Pingyang Fu of the Red Chamber

Chapter 354 Finally returns to Jinling City
Jinling County City,

Zhang Jinyu went north along the canal and returned to Jinling City without even taking a day.

As soon as we arrived at Jinling Pier, we entered the Weijun Camp Water Village.

Zhang Jinyu led the troops down and saw that the gate of the guard camp was still closed tightly. He said to Commander Lu behind him;
"General Lu, ask the brothers to get off the ship quickly, and then go to the market town to buy some meat so that the brothers can have a good meal. Also, distribute the money on the ship to the brothers. Open the gate."

"Yes, Lord Hou."

Commander Lu excitedly agreed and asked the soldiers to pass on the order. After a while, a large number of guards and frontier troops got off the boat. Along with them came boxes of free money, which caused a stir in the guard camp. Waves of cheers.

While handing out money, he opened the camp door and let the Huotou Army go out to buy meat. As soon as the camp door opened, many spies heard the news on the opposite street corner, and countless eyes looked around.

Even Bai Shuiyue, the leader of the White Lotus Sect who has not left the market town, also got the news.

"Master, the Marquis is back. A large number of naval fleets on the canal have just docked, and the gate to the guard camp has also been opened."

The right protector sat opposite and reported the news.

"It's better to come early than to come by chance. What do you think of those people in Jinling City? People come back as soon as the rumors start. Is the effort of those behind it wasted?"

Bai Shuiyue had been standing still, but followed Luo Yunhou, placing many people from the sect in the south of the Yangtze River, and also detecting the informants of many forces. The right protector shook his head,
"Master, for more than half a month, the area of ​​Jinling has been very lively. The people from the West Prince's Palace are still protecting the young prince in Yunliang Pavilion. The people who robbed the execution site are the secret guards of the East Prince's Palace. I heard that Commander Yang has come in person, and is in Zhen At home, the people from the North Prince's Mansion and their subordinates often see them coming in and out of Zhen's house, but there are still a few groups of people who have been elusive and undetected, and they are all veterans."

"Humph, it's just the same family among the veterans. Counting our guesses, we are almost inseparable. What did you mean by shaking your head just now?"

Bai Shuiyue naturally didn't need to guess. Three of the four kings were here. How could the Southern King not send someone to join in the fun? As for the rest, they were just like him and couldn't see the light. Jiangnan was the territory of the White Lotus Sect. Every move he made was as long as it came out. Unusual things must be hidden from your eyes.

The right protector touched his chin, a little hesitant. The ghosts of the past few days and the evil ghosts were asking for their lives. They were spread by the gods, and the people in the sect were also talking about it.
"Master, the rumors in Jinling City are becoming more and more mysterious, and there are rumors of innocent souls claiming their lives. Although it is of no use to the Marquis, after a long time, there are many people who have trusted the officials and the people. If anyone adds to the flames, what do you think? What will happen?”

When Bai Shuiyue heard Ying Xiancai's analysis, she thought to herself that if someone really took action, the civil servants might not be able to bear it anymore, but those people were not fools and would interfere at this time.
"If I really want to take action, it's just because I don't want Marquis Luo Yun to stay. The purpose is too obvious. I don't think those people will take action easily. At most, those Yanguan who are not afraid of death may participate in a book. Alas, the southerners just didn't go. After crossing the border, these rumors and rumors can’t hurt anyone.”

Ying Xiancai nodded and took a sip of tea.
"What the leader said is absolutely true, but leader, rumors and rumors can't hurt the Marquis, but they will make him a little embarrassed."

Bai Shuiyue paused.
"Well, that's true."

Zhang Jinyu took Ningbian and his soldiers to personally inspect the camp. When he saw that nothing happened, he reported to Ningbian.
"Ningbian, is Duan Hong back?"

"Back to the Marquis, I haven't come back yet, so he should be arriving soon."

Ning Bian estimated the time and found that Duan Hong should have arrived at the boundary of Jinling. He would be there soon, but Zhang Jinyu was worried.
"Don't wait any longer. You personally lead a battalion to pick up Duan Hong. They will be responsible for escorting the money to the old palace. They will pay the brothers in the Forbidden Army as previously discussed. The rest will then be sent to the dungeon of the old palace. Leave now!"

"Yes, Lord Hou, the last general will take orders."

Ningbian didn't waste any time. He ordered all his troops and horses to rush out of the camp, which caused a lot of excitement at the dock.

at this time,

After Zhang Jinyu saw people leaving,

After returning to her ship, she came to Lin Daiyu's cabin door and knocked on it. The sound of snow geese came from inside,
"Who?"

"it's me."

Zhang Jinyu responded softly, and Xue Yan hurriedly came over and opened the hatch.

"It's my uncle, the lady is already up."

Zhang Jinyu walked in and saw Lin Daiyu put on a green dress again. The fairy sister came back again. Looking at Lin Daiyu's uneasiness, she comforted her;

"Yu'er, we've arrived at Jinling. Let's get off the boat first, and then pay a visit to our mother. After today, I will accompany you to Hanshan Temple tomorrow to offer the spiritual tablets of my father-in-law and mother-in-law, okay?"

When Lin Daiyu heard that she was going to see the Hou Ye's mother, she felt a little uneasy. Xueyan pulled Daiyu anxiously and carefully beside her, which made Daiyu glare at her dissatisfiedly, then she took her hand away.

"Well, it's okay to go and meet. Is there anything else Yu'er needs to prepare?"

"Don't prepare anything. There aren't that many rules in the house. Don't be formal. You, don't think too much."

Lin Daiyu was a little embarrassed by what Zhang Jinyu said, so she got up and walked out of the cabin, carefully got off the boat, and then went to the other side. There was a larger and more luxurious three-story boat parked on the shore. Climb to the top of the building ship.

Lin Daiyu remained silent. Xue Yan looked at the heavily guarded deck of the ship, not even daring to breathe. He followed the young lady, looking around with some curiosity.

When they arrived at Mrs. Wang's room, in front of them, the captain of the guard Wei Yong was still standing guard. When he saw the Marquis coming here, he immediately raised his hands and saluted.

"I will see the Marquis at the end of the day," "Please excuse me quickly. Is mother here?"

"Go back to the Marquis, the old lady and the ladies are all here."

After Wei Yong finished speaking, he opened the cabin door and glanced behind the Marquis curiously. Then he saw a girl, and he lowered his head again and stood aside respectfully.

Zhang Jinyu grabbed Lin Daiyu's hand and walked in. After passing a few stalls, she saw Mrs. Wang and Qin Keqing surrounding the table, still embroidering something.

Zhang Jinyu coughed deliberately,
"Ahem, mother, my son is back."

Hearing the words, Mrs. Wang and the other girls all turned their heads and looked over. Their eyes did not look at Zhang Jinyu. Instead, they focused on Lin Daiyu behind them. The girl they saw was wearing a plain skirt, as quiet as a hibiscus emerging from the water, coming out of the dust. The temperamental girl couldn't help but be a little curious.

Mrs. Wang put down the needle and thread in her hand and looked over with interest. Seeing her son's nervous expression, she felt a little strange and said with a smile,
"Come back as soon as you come back. What are you doing so loudly? Who is the little girl behind you?"

Zhang Jinyu grinned, pulled Lin Daiyu in and walked in, and moved a stool for Lin Daiyu. Lin Daiyu walked over nervously, bowed and said a blessing,

"My little daughter Lin Daiyu, I've seen her, I've seen her, my mother."

After saying that, Lin Daiyu's face turned red with embarrassment, and the girls also looked over with wide eyes, wondering where the husband had been kidnapped. Mrs. Wang smiled secretly, she was a blessed woman, but her body was a little weak and it was difficult for her to have children. Look at this Lean,
"I'm telling you, I'm inexplicably happy today. Come on, sit down and I'll come see you."

Mrs. Wang took Lin Daiyu's beautiful hand and asked her to sit down. After Lin Daiyu sat down carefully, she said thank you to her mother.

"She is a good child, Jin Yu. Which family's daughter is so well-educated?"

"Going back to mother, my father-in-law is Mr. Lin, the Censor of Salt Patrol."

Zhang Jinyu stood behind him and replied. After all, his mother was not around for the important matter of his marriage. It would be unfilial to settle it in private, and he would inevitably feel guilty.

"Oh, it's Lord Lin. No wonder it's like this. How is Lord Lin doing now?"

Unexpectedly, just after Mrs. Wang finished asking, Lin Daiyu couldn't help crying anymore. The women around were shocked. Qin Keqing hurriedly took out a handkerchief to wipe Daiyu's tears and comfort her;

"What's wrong, sister? Just tell me if you have anything to do. The old lady will make the decision for you."

Unexpectedly, Daiyu cried even louder, and Mrs. Wang looked at Zhang Jinyu strangely.

"what happened?"

Zhang Jinyu replied with a stern face;
"My mother, father-in-law and mother-in-law were poisoned to death by members of the Wang family of salt merchants. Before coming here, they buried the two elders in Yangzhou before returning. One of the younger brothers died early, and now Yu'er is alone."

A look of pity flashed in Mrs. Wang's eyes, no wonder,
"It's really daring. What about the Wang family?"

"My son has killed the entire clan, leaving no one behind."

Zhang Jinyu's cold words frightened Yang Hanyu's heart, and he hid aside without saying a word.

"Well, good kill, okay, Yu'er, stay with me from now on, just like in your own home. We don't have so many rules in the Marquis' Mansion. You can just say what you want to eat."

After speaking, she hugged Lin Daiyu in her arms to comfort her. Lin Daiyu also huddled tightly. Suddenly, a violent cough sounded. Mrs. Wang touched Lin Daiyu's forehead, which felt hot, and immediately shouted;

"Zixiang, come here quickly and show Yu'er. You guys stop looking and help her to my bed."

The girls did not let Zhang Jinyu intervene, and worked together to carry Lin Daiyu to Mrs. Wang's bed. Gu Zixiang came over with a large medicine box, first felt her pulse, and then took out a silver needle and pricked her arm.

Zhang Jinyu stood at the end and looked inside nervously. When he saw Lin Daiyu's brows were furrowed and she had not woken up, she didn't know she was sick, so she asked anxiously;
"Zixiang, how are you?"

"Back to the Marquis, my wife is suffering from cold and heat deficiency. She feels frightened and tired. She also has congenital deficiencies. It's very troublesome. But for Zixiang, it's just a waste of time. Treat the disease first and then recuperate. The time will be longer, about three years. You can get better by cultivating yourself.”

While Gu Zixiang was pricking the needle, she raised her head and looked complacent. Everyone felt relieved. Mrs. Wang felt so hurt when she looked at the thin little girl on the bed.

"Okay, I'll remember this. You can prepare Zixiang's medicine for her in the future. You have plenty of time."

Zhang Jinyu was a little unable to stand behind him and said hesitantly;
"Mom, my father-in-law asked Yu'er and his son to worship before his death. Then because of physical reasons, he wanted to foster Yu'er under the knees of Mrs. Shi of Rongguo Mansion. She will wait a few years before entering the Hou Mansion. Jia Lian of Rongguo Mansion also came to Yangzhou. Now he has come to Jinling. My son doesn’t want to let him go, but he is afraid that Yu’er will have other ideas. After all, his father-in-law said that he and the old lady are grandsons, and secondly, he is afraid that the old lady of Rongguo Mansion will want someone after he finds out.”

Mrs. Wang covered Lin Daiyu with a quilt, sat on the edge of the bed, turned her head and sneered;
"If you want someone, let's talk about it. We've already paid homage to him. Naturally, he's from our Marquis Mansion. I have the final say on when to go. I'll wait for a while before deciding. When the time comes, of course I have to go. I'll arrange how to go. .”

"Listen to mother."

(End of this chapter)