Uncle Lai in the Red Chamber

Chapter 117 Unexpectedly
Changxingfang, Qin family.

"Master Qin!"

"Why are you here, little friend!"

Familiarity comes with familiarity, and proper etiquette is indispensable, so Lai Shangrong came to visit Qin Ye after leaving the office in the evening.

In the flower hall, Lai Shangrong handed over the gift and said with a smile: "Haha! Your Excellency will be transferred to the State Administration Department in the near future. Of course Shangrong came to see Shangguan in advance."

Qin Ye smiled brightly: "Those who are promoted to official positions or not are all our own people. Don't make fun of me, little friend."

Lai Shangrong said humbly: "Sir, I have been an official for many years. Shangrong still has a lot to learn from you. I hope you will not hesitate to give me your advice when I work under you in the future."

Qin Ye laughed at himself: "I have been working as a repairman all my life, and I have not made any achievements. I have nothing to teach you. But my little friend has made great achievements in half a year after joining the job. I can look forward to the future!"

"Sir, you are joking. We are not military generals. We have so many opportunities to make achievements. It is a great achievement to be able to be stable and not make mistakes. This kid just dabbled in the art of investigating things and took advantage of the loopholes."

These words are not all compliments. In ancient times, economic development was not pursued, and there were local assessments on taxation, public security, etc. Most of the six civil servants had to go through qualifications and observe their reputation.

Unexpectedly, Qin Ye's complexion sank when he heard this, and he immediately sighed: "Oh! Since you are here, you can have a drink with me before leaving!"

Since ancient times, due to power struggles, even if they are as close as brothers, they will inevitably become feuding. Although Lai Shangrong and Qin Zhong have the status of master and apprentice, and they get along well with Qin Ye, this is because they are not involved in the struggle for power.

So I came to visit today, firstly to pay homage to Shangguan as a courtesy, and secondly to inquire about Qin Ye's attitude.

At this moment, Qin Ye invited him, so there was no reason why he should not accept it.

After a while, the food and wine were served, and three or two glasses of water were consumed.

Lai Shangrong saw that Qin Ye was still silent, looking worried.

"Your Excellency, are you worried about being transferred to the State Operations Department?"

Although the State Administration Department and the Operation and Maintenance Department were at the same level, they were engaged in commercial affairs after all, and they were not within the six departments and far away from the center of power. He took it for granted that there was a gap in Qin Ye's mind.

Qin Ye chuckled and said, "I am already in my early seventies, how many more years do I have left to live? How can I be so attached to power that I am burdened by false fame?"

"Then what is this, sir?"

"Alas! People can't help themselves in the court!" Qin Ye sighed: "I had no children back then and only cared about what I was doing. I should take this as a warning, little friend!"

As he spoke, he suddenly stood up and bowed deeply to Lai Shangrong.

Lai Shangrong stood up in a hurry, supported Qin Ye and said, "Sir! What are you doing?"

"If anything happens to the little old man, I hope that for the sake of master and apprentice, I will try my best to protect Zhong'er!"

Is this a deathbed care?

Lai Shangrong couldn't figure out the whole story and didn't dare to agree easily, so he had to test first: "My lord, are you feeling ill? Don't worry, lord, since we have the title of master and apprentice, it will be the same whether you are present or not. Lai should try his best to cultivate him to become a good person!"

Qin Ye is also an old man in the world. He heard something in Lai Shangrong's words. He sat back and sighed: "I'm so reckless! Don't worry, little friend. As a father, I won't let you take the lead. I just hope that I will take care of you." Out of love, I will try my best to protect him after Ichigo leaves."

After speaking, he seemed to have aged ten years, taking a long breath and looking at Lai Shangrong blankly.

Lai Shangrong suddenly thought of what King Zhongshun said about Qin's career in Qingzhu Yayuan during the Dragon Boat Festival.

I thought it was alluding to Qin Ye's old age, but now it seems that he meant something.

"My lord, this is serious! Since I have the title of master and apprentice, I should try my best to protect him, but I don't know why my lord is so sure?" King Zhongshun knew that he accepted Qin Zhong as his disciple, and the emperor must also know. Since Qin Ye wants to serve Qin Zhong Zhengming, it is better to find out more information and report truthfully through secret information. As for how the emperor decides, he can only do his best, and Qin Ye can be regarded as benevolent and benevolent.

"The Camping and Restoration Department is in charge of the construction of the world, and these old men have done a lot of things for others that they can't help themselves! Now that he has been transferred from the Camping and Restoration Department, Mei Gong, who takes over, is a censor, and he will not let go in public or private matters. Better than me."

Mei Gong?

Lai Shangrong only cared about his one-third of an acre of land and did not care about who succeeded Qin Ye. Now he thought that the emperor had started making plans since Jia Zheng left the capital.

I still have a small picture, but I have to pay attention to the overall situation in the future!

"How come you are so sure that Mei Gong will not let you go?"

"It's been half a year since he took over Cun Zhou's position, so how could he not be aware of his little tricks in private?"

"Who are you working for, sir? Why don't you ask them for help?"

Qin Ye smiled bitterly and said: "Ha! If I say this, I'm afraid I won't survive tomorrow!"

He really has no better way, otherwise he wouldn't go to the doctor in a hurry, please Lai Shangrong.

Of course, if it weren't for Jia Zhen's evil intentions on Lantern Festival night, he might not have acted as he did today if he went to visit Qin Keqing afterwards and learned about Lai Shangrong's character from his mouth.

"Ah! Who dares to murder an official of the imperial court?"

From King Zhongshun's words, Lai Shangrong already had some guesses, but he had to confirm before he dared to tell the emperor secretly. But to be on the safe side, he couldn't tell everything to Qin Ye, so he just made some insinuations.

Qin Ye shook his head and said, "Don't ask, little friend. The more you know about some things, the more dangerous they will be!"

Lai Shangrong was secretly anxious and wanted to tell the truth so that Qin Ye could take credit for his crime. But he was afraid that Qin Ye would betray him, so he could only take a roundabout way: "I wonder if there is anything related to the Jia family here? If it involves the Jia family, I'm afraid Lai Shangrong At some point, even if you have the heart to protect Qin Zhong, you still have too much heart and strength!"

Qin Ye sighed: "Don't worry, little friend, although Cunzhou is in the camp and repair department, he is not involved in it. Your family is from Rongfu, so there should be no serious problems!"

Um?Being born in Rongfu is not a big deal, so doesn't it mean that Ningfu is involved?
Lai Shangrong hurriedly said: "Then the Qin family..."

Qin Ye's eyes flashed, and he stroked his beard and said, "Let's not hide this from my nephew! This matter does involve the Ning Mansion. After thinking about it, I can't worry about these two children, and only my nephew can be trusted."

After pondering for a long time, he sighed: "That's it! I will go to Ning Mansion to find Jia Zhen another day and ask him to ask Jia Rong to give my daughter a letter of divorce. If my nephew does not give up, he hopes to take care of these two children for me!"

Lai Shangrong was surprised at first why Qin Ye suddenly changed his name, but he finally understood after hearing this.

He had never mentioned Qin Keqing before, but he caught the clue without noticing.

Is this to use Qin Keqing to bind Qin Zhong?

Lai Shangrong was still not stunned by the lust, and said hurriedly: "Don't worry, sir. Lai said he would do his best."

Qin Ye squinted his eyes and said: "Don't worry, my dear nephew. Although I have done a lot of things that I couldn't help but do over the years, the money has not been touched at all. According to the laws of Daxia, I will not be spared, but at least Zhong'er can still survive." I want to save my life, but after I leave, I am afraid that someone will do something bad to him. I hope my nephew will help me protect the Qin family's incense!"

He stood up and said, "My dear nephew, wait a moment, I'll be right back!"

Lai Shangrong couldn't help but complain that he was greedy for money but didn't spend it. What was he after?
a while.

Qin Ye returned to the hall, handed over a box and said: "These are these old and worn-out yanglian silver and ice charcoal. I don't spend much on weekdays, but I have saved a lot. I hope my little friend can keep it for me."

Lai Shangrong declined: "Don't worry, sir, Qin Zhong and I have a master-disciple relationship. As long as we can save our lives, I won't let him lose money. I'd better skip this!"

(End of this chapter)