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Chapter 337 Gu Tingye returns

The stalemate between the Sheng family and the Wang family lasted for nearly ten days.

After so long, Kang Wang has not appeared, and there are already some rumors in Bianjing.

The Wang family finally couldn't sit still anymore and came to the Sheng family again.

In the main hall of the Sheng family, the number of people was still the same as last time.

"Xian son-in-law, I heard that my mother-in-law has woken up? How are you doing now?" Mrs. Wang asked.

"Thank you for your concern, mother-in-law. She usually eats fasts and chants Buddha's name, or she may be blessed by the Buddha. She has woken up a few days ago. Now she is still very weak and needs to be replenished." Sheng Hong said.

"That's just right. This time I brought a hundred-year-old wild ginseng to give my mother-in-law a good supplement." Mrs. Wang said with a smile.

"Thank you, Mrs. Wang, for your kindness. There is no shortage in these families. The imperial doctor said that my grandmother is too weak to make up for it now and will not be able to bear it." Minglan said lightly.

Mrs. Wang's face froze, but she still endured it, took out her handkerchief, wiped the corners of her eyes, and said with a sad face: "It's all my fault for not educating my daughter well. My mother-in-law suffered such a terrible crime. But now my mother-in-law has woken up. , just let me take her back. I will definitely teach her a lesson when I get back, and when my mother-in-law is well, I will take her to her home to make amends! She will be killed or beheaded by her mother-in-law."

Hearing this, Minglan sneered and said, "Mrs. Wang, it's impossible for you to take it back. If we can't come up with a result today, I'm going to report it to the official."

"boom!"

After hearing this, Mrs. Wang couldn't pretend any longer, she stood up and said in a cold voice: "It's my daughter's fault for this matter. But now my mother-in-law is fine. If she really wants to cause trouble to the Kaifeng Mansion Yamen, it won't be a crime." Die. Then the three families of Shengkang and Wang will become a joke in Bianjing. If you marry, your surname will still be Sheng, and you will not consider the Sheng family at all? "

After hearing this, Sheng Hong looked at Minglan with an incomprehensible expression.

Minglan sneered when she saw this. If Mrs. Wang didn't come these days, besides trying to force the Sheng family to compromise, she was probably also waiting for Mrs. Sheng to wake up.

The reason why Sheng Hong refused to compromise was because he was afraid that Minglan would really go all out and make the matter worse, in which case he would be embarrassed to see others.

Secondly, it was also because I was convinced by Minglan that the Wang family could not really be defeated.

Although Mrs. Wang doesn't know this, it is a good breaking point for Mrs. Sheng to wake up.

She didn't dare to be too tough before because Mrs. Sheng was unconscious and didn't know if she would wake up.

Once Mrs. Sheng dies and the Sheng family really makes trouble with the government, not only will they not be able to save the Kang and Wang family, but the Wang family will also be embarrassed.

I have to say that Mrs. Wang is very difficult to deal with, and she also captured Sheng Hong's psychology.

Now that Mrs. Sheng is not dead, what if Mrs. Wang really doesn't care about the Wang family's reputation for the sake of Kang Wang's life?

Therefore, Sheng Hong was a little shaken.

"If others listen to what Mrs. Wang said without knowing the inside story, I'm afraid they will think that my Sheng family is in trouble." Minglan said sarcastically.

"Uncle, your daughter is really well-educated. She won't give in to an elder like me who is overbearing. It's really good."

In order to save her daughter, Mrs. Wang was ready to lose all her dignity, but she couldn't help but be angry at being so crowded out by a junior like Minglan.

"Mom-in-law, please calm down. Ming Ya bumps into you because she was raised by her grandmother and has deep feelings for her."

Minglan's attitude just now also made Sheng Hong wake up.

Now he no longer had any room for hesitation. Minglan obviously wanted to avenge Mrs. Sheng.

If he gives in now and Minglan really takes the matter to the government, the final result will be the same.

In this case, let her go.

When Mrs. Wang saw what Sheng Hong said, she covered her face and cried, and said: "Although we are not mother and son, our affection is comparable to that of mother and son. That year you came to my house, I fell in love with you as soon as I saw you. Many people advised me that your family background is poor. But I feel that this young man is of noble character and capable, and is better than my own son. Later, you proposed marriage, and I couldn't express my joy. People said that my daughter was inferior, but I was not. I feel that, based on your talent and character, son-in-law, you are inferior to my stupid girl..."

In fact, it was definitely Sheng Hong who had the upper hand when it came to Wang Sheng's marriage. Many people had tried to persuade her, but Mrs. Wang fell in love with Sheng Hong at a glance, and despite all objections, she finally married her daughter to him. For this, Sheng Hong has been grateful for many years.

Mrs. Wang kept talking, from the wedding to after marriage, from home to officialdom, how she admired and cared for Sheng Hong, how she helped him everywhere, and her kindness and love made Sheng Hong feel even more sad. , tears rolled down my face, and I burst into tears.

Minglan watched coldly and said nothing.

Mrs. Wang felt that the emotional card was almost played, and said: "Although your mother and I have only been together for a short time, I couldn't admire her character more. When I heard that she had suffered a serious crime, I just wished I could Body replacement. Your mother is such a charitable person. She doesn't want to make our three families turn against each other because of this matter. We will no longer be relatives, and our flesh and blood will become enemies. "

Sheng Hong was moved while wiping his tears and almost nodded in agreement. Minglan couldn't sit still anymore and said loudly to Kang Jin, "Hello, cousin of the Kang family."

Kang Jin hadn't seen his mother for so many days and didn't even know whether he was dead or alive. Although Mrs. Wang told him that his mother was fine, she still felt uneasy.

However, on the way here, Mrs. Wang told him not to speak randomly, so even though she was anxious, she stood aside honestly.

Minglan suddenly spoke, making him stunned, and said: "Sheng... cousin."

"I'm young and don't know the past." Minglan said faintly, but in a clear and high-pitched voice: "I was so moved when I heard what the old lady said today. I almost thought that I had to raise my father and ask for the guidance of a famous teacher. It’s not my grandmother who’s named on the gold list, but your grandmother who betrothed a wife and had children?”

Although Ming Lan seemed to be talking to Kang Jin, everyone could hear the ridicule towards Mrs. Wang and Sheng Hong in his words.

Minglan was extremely disappointed with this father. He did remember others who were kind to him.

However, Mrs. Sheng didn't remember any of her kindness to him.

Ming Lan's words made Sheng Hong blush even though his face had been hardened in official circles.

Mrs. Wang sighed deeply to her: "My mother-in-law treats me well, how could I not know. But human ethics are very strict, and there is no reason to let go of those who harm my mother. I only hope that my mother-in-law will forgive me."

Sheng Hong was naturally very angry at Minglan's ridicule.

But she didn't dare to get angry. Minglan didn't ask him directly whether Mrs. Wang or Mrs. Sheng was more kind to him. She was already saving face for him.

Mrs. Wang's eyes were full of hatred when she looked at Minglan. Her words had already convinced Sheng Hong, and she was about to succeed, but Minglan failed.

Only then did Mrs. Wang formally examine Minglan. Now it seems that Minglan is her biggest resistance.

Thinking of this, Mrs. Wang continued to wipe her tears, pretending to be pitiful, and said: "Sixth girl, you are also a mother who is about to be a mother. You must be merciful and merciful to build some virtue for your heirs.

If this matter becomes a big deal, what good will it do to you?
The reputation of the Sheng family will be damaged by then. You are also a member of the Sheng family, won't you also be implicated?
When the time comes when your family officials are criticized for this, I am afraid they will also blame you.

I heard that you have a deep relationship with Brother Bo and Hua Lan. Do you really want to see Brother Bo's future damaged because of this? You can at least forgive me. In the days to come, let them eat vegetarian food and fast, worship Buddha with green lanterns, and chant sutras and pray for your grandmother. What do you think? "

Minglan was scornful in her heart and said in a loud voice: "If my grandmother can recover, I will also be willing to eat fast and chant sutras from now on. I, the descendants of the Manfu family of the Sheng family, have received the kindness of my grandmother. As long as my grandmother can be well, my father, my brother, my sister and my sisters-in-law will "Who doesn't want to eat fast and chant Buddha's name? Don't bother Mrs. Kang! She can poison her grandmother and let her pray to Buddha. I don't know whether it is a blessing or a curse." Sheng Hong on the side also quickly agreed.

Mrs. Wang saw that Minglan was not getting enough, and said angrily: "Then what do you want to do?"

"Kill to pay for life, debt to pay back money, the disposal is very simple, three feet of white silk, or a glass of poisonous wine, just pay for it with your life." Minglan said lightly.

"You actually want her life?"

Mrs. Wang always thought that the Sheng family wanted to send the Kang Wang family to a nunnery where women were treated.

There are also some nunneries near Bianjing, which are specially used to deal with and imprison the female relatives who have committed crimes.

She said that she asked Mrs. Kang and Mrs. Wang to chant sutras and worship Buddha to Mrs. Sheng, just at home.

Seeing that Minglan was not making progress, he was ready to give in.

Although it is difficult to get out of those places, it is not without room for maneuver.

Who knew that Minglan could be so cruel and wanted to take the life of Prince Kang.

"Why are you so cruel? Your grandmother is not dead. Even if the government comes to sentence you, it will not be a death penalty." Mrs. Wang said.

"The imperial doctor said that the poison of the ginkgo buds is very powerful. Even if grandma survives, her health will not be as good as before. She will often be bedridden in the future, and she doesn't know how many years she will live. I will cut Kang Wang's heart into pieces with a thousand cuts. We have everything. As long as she lives, it will be considered a mercy." Minglan said coldly.

"In that case, just report it to the official directly." Old Mrs. Wang said coldly: "Anyway, if this matter gets too big, the Sheng family will not be in good hands."

"Then report it to the official!"

Minglan was not false at all and shouted: "Come here, go to the Kaifeng Mansion Yamen and report to the official!"

"Oh, what are you doing? Calm down. We are all one family, why would we have to go to court?" Aunt Wang said hurriedly.

Once word spread about Mrs. Sheng's poisoning, it would be a scandal for all Prince Sheng Kang's families, but the impact would vary greatly.

The Sheng family was the victim and had the least impact. If Mrs. Wang hadn't been involved, it would have had no impact at all. Instead, she would have been the main sufferer.

The Kang family is larger than the Sheng family, but the Kang family can divorce the Kang family with a divorce letter to minimize the impact.

It is impossible to say that Kang Haifeng would celebrate in private because of this.

The most influential among them is actually the Wang family.

Murdering one's eldest son is such a serious crime. Two daughters of the Wang family are involved in it. One of them executed it in a stupid way, while the other was the mastermind and mastermind with evil intentions. What will happen to the official reputation of the Wang family and his son from now on? It's hard to say that even Mrs. Wang's tablet worthy of being in the Ancestral Temple will be removed.

It's not like there are no such examples. There was a person who was worthy of enjoying the Ancestral Temple, but his descendants failed to live up to expectations and did many evil things, so his ranking was removed.

The Wang couple also has two eldest daughters, both of whom are married to well-known families. Once this matter spreads, will their life in their husband's family be easy? What's more, there are many Wang clan members.

Mrs. Wang can sacrifice the reputation of the Wang family in order to protect the Wang family, but Aunt Wang cannot.

"Sixth girl, if things get serious, none of our three families will be in trouble. In my opinion, it is better to send Prince Kang to a nunnery outside the city to become a monk. In this way, you will not only vent your grandmother's anger, but also preserve the reputation of your family. Otherwise, even if they go to the government, at most one of the Kang Wang family will be sent into exile."

"Yes, we will spend money to take care of it when the time comes, and we may get a lighter sentence. On the contrary, it was your aunt who murdered your mother-in-law, but it is a serious crime and cannot be taken lightly. How will you brothers and sisters deal with each other then?" Wang said the old lady.

At this moment, a voice came from outside, "Grandma doesn't have to worry about how our brothers and sisters get along!"

Everyone in the hall looked towards the door. They saw Chang Bai wearing a half-worn green robe, with messy temples and a weathered face. He was obviously rushing all the way. Behind him was a tall man in a scarlet python robe, but it was not Gu Tingye. ?
When Mrs. Wang saw Sheng Changbai, she felt ashamed and relieved, and cried: "My son, you are here!"

She has been worried and scared these days. Except for Hua Lan comforting her a few words, Sheng Hong didn't even see her.

At this moment, she truly felt that her son was the most reliable.

"Aren't the officials in the south of the Yangtze River following King Huan to inspect the salt affairs?"

Minglan saw that Gu Tingye was in a very complicated mood. Although she acted very strong these days, who knew how weak she was in her heart.

When she saw Gu Tingye at this time, she didn't know if Gu Tingye would blame her for this.

If Gu Tingye didn't support her, and Sheng Hong was soft-hearted, the matter might just be let go.

She has evidence, but Gu Tingye does not support her, and the Sheng and Wang families are fully capable of destroying the evidence.

Even if she goes to the government, the Sheng family will tell the public that she is still able to cover up the past because Mrs. Sheng is seriously ill and mentally disturbed.

Gu Tingye first saluted Sheng Hong with clasped fists, and then bowed to Mrs. Wang and Uncle Wang. He walked to Minglan in three or two steps, took her hand and whispered, "Changbai and I hurried after receiving the letter." I'm back. Fortunately, I'm not too far away. Don't worry about the next thing. Let Chang Bai handle it and I'll definitely give you an explanation."

In fact, things were not as easy as Gu Tingye said. After he and Sheng Changbai received the letter, they chose to ride horses instead of taking a boat in order to hurry.

Although taking a boat is comfortable, traveling by land can keep you on your way.

There was little rest along the way, and several horses were killed.

Even with Gu Tingye's physique, his legs felt weak when he got off the horse at the door of Sheng's house.

"Yes." Minglan felt relieved after hearing this.

In addition to my mother and grandmother, I also felt this feeling in Gu Tingye.

Mrs. Wang was overjoyed when she saw Sheng Changbai comforting her mother.

Sheng Changbai is the eldest son in the family and has a lot of say. As long as he doesn't let go, no one can make things difficult for her daughter.

Mrs. Wang glanced at Gu Tingye who was talking to Minglan again, and frowned slightly.

This one is difficult to deal with, but it doesn't matter. After all, he is just an uncle, so he can find an excuse to leave.

Moreover, when Gu Tingye comes back, he can also take Minglan away.

Thinking of this, Mrs. Wang felt relieved a lot.

(End of this chapter)