Pingyang Fu of the Red Chamber

Chapter 419 Something is wrong with Aunt Xue
The courtyard courtyard of the Hou Mansion,

Standing in the courtyard,
Zhang Jinyu thought that Wu Shiqi, the military commander of Xicheng, was a member of the natal family of Concubine Wu in the harem, so he was favored by the Holy One.

Although he is a commander of the Military and Horse Division, he is from a civil servant family after all, and the Wu family has already held a high position. If he needs to go out and interact with nobles in person, it is not a fool's errand.

If something happens, I'm afraid something will happen in the harem. It's like a dragon's pond and a tiger's den. If something happens, they will definitely know about it. Could it be that Jia Yuanchun has the letter? When did she become the concubine?

"You sent people to Wu's house. What did you find?"

Ningbyon's words also revealed caution and uncertainty.

"Master Marquis, I will take Mr. Xue out of the government office at the end, so I will take Mr. Xue back first to avoid any complications, and then let the secret guards keep an eye on Wu Shiqi's house and the military office to see if there is anything else. Unexpectedly, the secret guards came back to report at night. After the general left, some people from the Yamen left the Yamen and went to the house of the boss of the Wu family. They didn't go back until night. During this time, some people went back and forth to deliver messages.

The secret guards followed separately, and they actually followed a person to Zuixian Tower. However, this person was very careful and went back after delivering the letter. The general was afraid of disturbing the situation, so he asked the secret guards to keep an eye on him first. "

"That's interesting. You should handle this matter safely. Try to find out who it is that you saw in Zuixian Tower. If it doesn't work, go to Shen Bao'an of the Imperial City Department and ask him to investigate. Today you will prepare a new set of The furniture and various household supplies will be sent to Jia's house and carried to Yu'er Courtyard, which will be done today."

"Yes, Lord Hou."

Zhang Jinyu also knew that the people of the Wu family should be treated with caution. The identity must not be simple, so they could only investigate slowly. However, it shouldn't be a big deal. They are all relatives of the emperor, so there is nothing else they can do unless...
Seeing Ning Bian walking away, he glanced at the yard in front of him and walked slowly over. He met the servants and maids along the way, and they all bowed.
Arriving at Dongyun Tower,
Opened the door and entered the house,

After bypassing the partition, he entered the inner hall.
But I saw a table set up in the hall, and there was a person sitting there, eating as if he hadn't eaten for several days. When he looked carefully, he looked and it was not Xue Pan.

Xue Pan's hair was disheveled, his purple robe was torn, and his face was still bruised. He sat there eating steamed buns and drinking Houfu's spicy soup, with a feeling of relief on his face. When he looked up, he saw Zhang Jinyu coming. Then, I hurriedly swallowed the food stuck in my throat, stood up and said hello with some fear,

"I have seen Hou Ye."

He looked embarrassed, as if he was a different person. If he looked carefully, he could see that besides some bruises on his face, he must also be feeling uncomfortable. He was probably beaten badly, and it would also teach him a lesson.

"Sit down, you eat first."

"Yes, Lord Hou."

Xue Pan was not polite, it was warm and comfortable in the attic, he sat down on the ground, picked up the soup bowl and started drinking, slurping his lips, not knowing whether it was spicy or hot, as if no one else was watching.

Zhang Jinyu didn't care about him. He was both shrewd and stupid, but not as sinister as Jia She. He walked to the corridor on the right, went around a corner, and entered the east room, which was already full of seats.

They ate together around the table, Qin Keqing sat on the right side of her mother, and Aunt Xue sat on the left. Although they were talking and laughing, Aunt Xue's eyes were red, and she had obviously cried.

When Aunt Xue saw the rightful owner coming in, she held back her sobs and wanted to say hello to Zhang Jinyu, but Mrs. Wang held her back.
"I will keep this in mind for you. It will be good if Pan'er comes out. As for those things, Jinyu will help you vent your anger. Sit down and drink some soup."

"Well, sister, I still caused trouble for you. Although Pan'er is a little muddled, he is still a good boy. You also know how obedient he was when he was a child. Since the master left, I have neglected to discipline me, and now I am like this. But Those people from the Bingma Division are too bullying, Lord Marquis, don’t you think so?”

Aunt Xue wiped her tears sadly. Xue Baochai also bit her lip tightly, which looked cute. Qin Keqing on the side comforted her,
"Aunt Xue, the people in the Military and Horse Department did not do something right. There may be another hidden reason behind this matter. The capital city is not as good as Jiangnan. After all, the important place in the capital city needs long-term consideration."

Qin Keqing was afraid of Aunt Xue's impatience, so she gave her a heads up.

Aunt Xue must have understood and shed tears again. Zhang Jinyu fell beside Xue Baochai, pulled up a chair and sat down. Then she took a bun from the table and took a bite. She also took Xue Baochai's soup bowl and started drinking it. , which made Baochai blush with shame, lowered his head and said nothing.

"Aunt Xue, don't be anxious. I will keep this in mind, but as Ke Qing said, it's not for you."

Mrs. Wang took a handkerchief to wipe Aunt Xue's tears and asked doubtfully,
"It's not directed at the Xue family, is there anyone else?"

Zhang Jinyu nodded,
"Mother is right. Wu Shiqi, a colleague of the Xicheng Military and Horse Division, is the natal family of Concubine Wu in the palace, so this matter was decided in advance. Furthermore, the Wu family has not yet figured out what they mean. It’s still unclear who he’s following.”

With this remark,
Aunt Xue, who was still sobbing, immediately stopped crying and looked over in disbelief. Concubine Wu in the palace, isn't she a relative of the emperor? How could this happen? Although Aunt Xue was confused in some things, she could After all, she was from the Wang family, a wealthy family, and she was the matron of the Xue family in Jinling. She had seen the world before, so she immediately sensed something was wrong.

After thinking about it carefully, not many people knew about the Xue family and the Hou family. If there was really any conspiracy, it must be directed at Prince Teng or the Jia family of the Wang family. He couldn't sit still anymore and asked urgently;
"Master Marquis, what should we do? Should we inform them?"

"Don't be anxious. If you find out, it will definitely cause trouble. This is not the time. Don't worry, Aunt Xue. The Wu family doesn't dare to move. I will take over this matter."

Although Zhang Jinyu said something serious before, the Wu family's goal is obviously not the Xue family. They are afraid that they have a big plan and want to catch big fish. How can they let the Xue family be destroyed.

Aunt Xue believed it and stopped worrying about it. Her face was filled with joy. Then she suddenly thought of Baochai and asked,

"Sister, it's almost time for the draft. What should we do about Baochai?" Those who are all on the list have already entered the Chuxiu Palace and are selected by the master in the palace. Others who are far away will be selected at the beginning of next month. So seeing that April is approaching, Aunt Xue is a little anxious, fearing that It was because of this that Baochai was delayed.

"Jin Yu, you still need to go for this matter."

Mrs. Wang naturally nodded in agreement and explained.

"Mother, we will settle it in the next few days. But my son is too talkative. I asked the Xue family what other properties they can live in in the capital. Su Jinkai from Jinling sent a letter saying that he has taken over all the Xue family's properties in Jinling. Does Aunt Xue have any? Intend?"

Zhang Jinyu took this topic as a topic and wanted to open a bank in the capital as soon as possible. However, the managers and clerks of the bank were ready-made, but there was no one to choose the shopkeeper in charge of the bank, so she focused on the Xue family. The Marquis Mansion made the decision, and Xue Baochai That business book has its place.

Aunt Xue was overjoyed when she heard this. She knew that she might have found a way to make a living in the capital, so she told her everything.
"Master Marquis, you also know that in addition to Zhuangzi, there is a Chamber of Commerce and three shops in Jinling, and the others have been sold. There is an old house and a large restaurant in the capital, but they have long been empty and have no business. There is also a small village outside the city, and its annual income is less than ten thousand taels of silver, so it is quite depleted."

Aunt Xue was still hesitant, but as someone who had seen strong winds and waves, she knew that she had to make a big bet at the critical moment, so she continued,
"The properties in Jinling were sold for more than 200 million taels of silver. My aunt is not partial. Pan'er and Baochai each get half of it and will never regret it."

After saying that, he took out his close-fitting purse from his arms and stuffed ten large banknotes into Baochai's hands. He was quite decisive, but Xue Baochai refused with red eyes.

On the other hand, everyone present looked at Aunt Xue in surprise, and Mrs. Wang hurriedly advised;

"What are you doing? It's embarrassing, precious girl."

"Sister, I don't have the ability to keep the family wealth. I'm afraid Baochai will be dragged down by his brother. I want to share the wealth early to avoid blaming me later."

Then he cried again.

Zhang Jinyu admired Aunt Xue very much. Although she was confused most of the time, she was really good to her children. Being a loving mother was enough, and being a loser was enough. She reached over, took the banknotes, and said;

"These silvers are regarded as shares of the Xue family. The Hou Mansion is planning to open a bank, Yunhai Bank. The restaurant in the city will be changed into the bank's headquarters. The Hou Mansion will pay 40 taels to buy it. The bank will naturally be watched by Aunt Xue and Baochai, and other industries will not be needed. Whatever."

Zhang Jinyu took out four more banknotes from a pile and handed them back, then pointed at the remaining banknotes.

"Once you settle down, start making preparations without making any announcements."

Xue Baochai's eyes were bright and he was inexplicably happy. Regarding the accounts and bank business, the master of the Xue family had already told Xue Pan and Xue Baochai, but his brother was so stubborn that he didn't listen at all. Given the opportunity to save the Xue family, he was naturally willing to do so. He picked up the four banknotes and put them away, nodding.

"Master Hou, the Xue family has taken over this matter."

Aunt Xue wanted to say something more, but Mrs. Wang held her hand and shook her head, so she had no choice but to give up.

My heart dropped, my mind relaxed, and my face looked good.

"You're still my sister. If it weren't for you, I don't know how my sister would survive. When I was in Jinling, I was still worried. Pan'er got into a life-threatening lawsuit. Although he escaped from the trouble, the Xue family's business was getting worse day by day. At that time, I thought about going to the capital to avoid trouble, and even wrote a letter to my sister, but I never expected to meet my sister. This is a sign of hope."

"You are still like that. You get anxious when things happen. These are small things and can be overcome. My sister is grateful to you. If it weren't for my sister, no one would have dared to take over those industries. Where would my sister get the money to go outside the customs?"

"Don't say that, I'm ashamed of you."

Zhang Jinyu did not dare to look down on Aunt Xue at this time. I am afraid that not many people can make up their mind about today's matter. Thinking of Rongguo Mansion, she asked by accident,
"Aunt Xue, where do you plan to settle down when you arrive in the capital?"

The people around were stunned, why not go home?

Aunt Xue responded quickly and replied,

"I have also thought about this. I originally thought about going to Rongguo Mansion with my sister. Now that Baochai has been found, I plan to take Pan'er back to tidy up the old house and live there without disturbing my sister. Well, after all, Jia Jiarong’s government is also a wealthy family,”

Zhang Jinyu saw that Aunt Xue had other ideas and wanted to go back to her old house in the capital. How could that be possible? If she didn't go to Rongguo Mansion, there would be many things that would be smoothed over by no one. Who would watch over Lin Daiyu?

Suddenly interjected,
"Aunt Xue, this is inappropriate! I still think it would be better for you to live at Jia's house in Rongguo Mansion,"

"Uh, why?"

Even Xue Baochai next to him didn't know why he looked over, and it seemed as if everyone else looked over in confusion. Even Qin Keqing was suspicious. Could it be that Lang Jun was so anxious that he wanted to take the person directly in? It's not right, it's because he is still worried about the affairs of Rongguo Mansion.

(End of this chapter)