Taohuaxi

Chapter 43 Compromising with the closest relatives

Mr. Zhang, who had never bowed his head to anyone in his life and refused to back down even in the face of today's world, compromised.

He compromised with his political opponents, his own flesh and blood.

He is like a pine and cypress on the top of a cliff.

Bending is extremely difficult.

"Sang Yu, do you know that the New Deal has been my life's work? Since the implementation of the New Deal, acres of land have been measured all over the world, the treasury has been abundant, border defenses have gradually stabilized, corvee labor has been reduced, the dams from the Yellow River to the Huaihe River have been built, abandoned land has been turned into fertile farmland, and thousands of families live on the riverbanks. The people can have enough food. I originally wanted to do more. Let the poorest old people be safe and sound, and let the poor children have clothes to wear... However, I am old, the court needs new blood, and the new policy needs new support. People. Looking up, among the young people who entered the officialdom, only Huai Shi was full of passion, not afraid of the road ahead, and caring about the people. I fully supported him. I originally wanted him to be behind me and be able to carry the important task. But... I’m afraid that the New Deal won’t last long.” He sighed.

Having been an official for many years, he has the acumen of an eagle.

Later, when all the turmoil passed, I stood in front of the irreversible wheel of history and recalled what he said today. I thought about the past and felt heartbroken and heartbroken.Master Zhang’s expectation came true.The Wanli New Deal disappeared forever in the long history of the Ming Dynasty, like a flash of fireworks.The New Deal touched the interests of all nobles and enriched the working people.Its passing caused the Ming Dynasty to lose its last chance for revitalization.Things are rotting and insects are born.The Jurchens' iron hoofs trampled through the mountains and rivers, and the Han people were slaves and maids.Many years later, the ruler finally remembered this old man.This old man who once tried to turn the tide at all costs.However, it's too late.

At this time, I did not have such a grand view of history. I just secretly felt that he was right.

He is the most sober person in Ming Dynasty.

I put my face next to the Taishi's chair and said, "Sir, shall I tell Feng Gao the truth?"

In fact, when Feng Gao came to visit me at the hospital bed yesterday, I had been hesitating.

Especially after it was confirmed from his mouth that the Feng family was wiped out.

Feng Gao was stubborn in his actions.If he knew that the cause of his half-life suffering was Master Qin's abandonment, how would he treat Master Qin and Master Qin's children?
From Yangzhou to the capital, Qin Mingxu helped me a lot. I regard him as a friend, but I can't bear to let him face the disaster...

But seeing Master Zhang so sad, I couldn't help but ask this question.I have a little bit of luck in my heart, maybe Feng Gao can listen to my dissuasion and be merciful.

"You can't break it off!" Mr. Zhang said firmly.

He got up from the Taishi chair and walked to the window.

"Sang Yu, you are still young and don't know the pros and cons of this. The death of the class leader has given me many doubts, but they have not been confirmed yet. If it was done by His Majesty, there is a big mystery in this matter! Feng Gao didn't know for a day, You can save your life for a day. If you keep a bow to hunt eagles, if the bow breaks, throw away the bow and replace it with a new one! Do you really think that falconry is just a problem with the bow?" He said solemnly.

"I'm sorry for him, why bother letting him die for this again! Your Majesty wants him to deal with me. He doesn't know his identity, so he can only act in front of Your Majesty to protect himself. Sang Yu, promise me, never say anything."

I thought about it and nodded.

Since the death of the class leader, Mr. Zhang has realized a lot.

You can't let the people down, you can't let your son down.This old man who worked hard wanted to carry everything on his own.

When I walked far away from the study, I vaguely heard him mutter: "A lifetime's long-cherished wish was wasted? The heaven and the earth all work together to transport heroes, but there is no freedom."

I returned to Cheng Mansion. Not long after, many people came to visit from the east courtyard.

Everyone in the family knew that I was awarded the title of "Yi De Xiangjun", and even the eldest mistress came with a smile on her face.

She sat beside my bed, as if all the conflicts had never happened before.

"Sang Yu, you and I, my sister-in-law, are one family. When I heard the news that you were injured because of the Queen Mother, I was so worried that I couldn't even eat. I told the Bodhisattva that if I could make Sang Yu better, it would be enough to break me. I am willing to live longer. I, I, am happy to see you come back in one piece..." She wiped her tears with a handkerchief.

I said, "Thank you, sister-in-law, for your kindness."

She took my hand: "Sang Yu, that's it. I heard that the Queen Mother values ​​you very much now. You must take care of your niece. You are her biological aunt. As the saying goes, aunt, aunt, half She is a biological mother. She is helpless in the palace. If you give her a hand and wait for her to be favored, it will be the glory of our family."

"Sister-in-law, Miss Sun is a talented person, how can I pull her back? How can I control the kindness and power of the Tian family? Sister-in-law thinks highly of me," I said.

Her smile cooled down and she said without embarrassment: "It seems that I am just wishful thinking. You can't point it out."

She got up and went, not forgetting to order the maid to keep the gift, so as to fulfill her virtue and etiquette.

After the eldest mistress left, the old lady and the third young lady also came over.

The old lady ordered someone to make my favorite soup. She sat by my bed and told me to take good care of myself. No matter how heavy the royal reward was, it was not as heavy as my own body.

At the second moment of Shen Zheng, Cheng Huaishi came back.

I was leaning on the pillow reading a book when I saw him come in and said, "Why are you back so early today?"

He walked towards me: "I heard that Madam was injured, so I came back early. How is Madam doing now?"

I smiled and said, "No problem."

"I heard the news last night and wanted to go to the palace to visit you. But the palace rules are strict and foreign ministers are not allowed to enter without instructions. Today I heard that the Queen Mother gave you medicine, and there was no danger, so I breathed a sigh of relief." He said.

He took the medicine bowl from Xiaoyin's hand and fed me.

"Madam, you don't know something. Mr. Zhang seemed confused today and actually handed your majesty a note, saying that I would be relieved of my duties in the household department and that I would be transferred to the Gyeonggi Yamen as a casualty."

I quickly asked: "What did your Majesty say?"

He said: "Your Majesty just smiled and asked me what I meant. Of course I didn't want to. I studied hard in my humble life just to earn some money and live in amnesia until I die? Your Majesty didn't say anything else and asked me to continue returning home. After I went to court, Mr. Feng came to see me. He seemed very angry and asked me why I didn’t agree. He also said——"

"What did he say?"

Cheng Huaishi put down the medicine bowl: "He told me to think more about my wife's room. This makes no sense. Is it okay if everyone is afraid of death and does nothing? I care about my wife and the young and old in the family, but... Mencius said, "Old people are as old as others, and young people are as young as others. The world is blessed. If other people's families are small, it is not a small family. How can I be a small man because of my own selfishness?"

"Second Master, Factory Master Feng also has good intentions."

"lady--"

He said with sincerity and sincerity: "People like Mr. Feng Chang have never read the books of sages and do not know the righteousness. Madam is a very wise person. I hope Madam will know me."

His face was full of determination: "Even if there are thousands of people, I will go."

He was determined to support the New Deal to the end.

I picked up the bowl he had just put down and drank the extremely bitter medicine in one gulp: "Second Master, a gentleman does not build dangerous walls. I just want to live an ordinary and peaceful life with you. I have never counted on my husband. He is a hero, he only has three meals of tea and rice, and he knows how cold it is and how hot he is, that is enough."

He lowered his head and remained silent for a while.

"Second Master, I just want you to be safe."

He sat on the edge of the couch and hugged me.I smelled his scent and leaned on his shoulder. I was tired from the sleepless night last night, closed my eyes, and fell asleep.The clouds in the evening are colorful.

After the sunset faded, the sky and earth turned into silvery gray.

The sound of footsteps woke me from my light sleep.

He Ming came in and reported: "Second Master, Second Young Mistress, and Miss Xun's family are at the door. She is wearing a nun's clothes and said she wants to say goodbye to Second Master."

Cheng Huai stood up and said in shock: "Nonsense, nonsense."

He got up and went.

Not long after, when I came back, my brows and eyes were full of annoyance and self-blame.

He Ming said: "Second Young Mistress, Miss Xun said that she wants to have a few words with you alone."

Cheng Huaishi waved his hand: "Madam is ill, so she won't go. No matter how much she tries to persuade her, she can't stop her, so just let it go."

I put on my coat, stood up, and said, "I'll go out and take a look."

When I got out, I saw her standing outside the door.Wearing a green robe, he looks even thinner.

She is so decisive, she can say it and do it.

"Mrs. Cheng." She nodded.

"What do you want to tell me? Just say it."

She clasped her hands together: "I went to the Pure Land of Buddhism, and the second master entrusted me to Mrs. Cheng."

"You say this, which shows that the six roots are not exhausted."

"Mrs. Cheng will understand one day that I am the one who is willing to give everything for the second master. I quit not because I lost to you, but because I don't want to embarrass him."

She turned around and left.

Her stubbornness is a thorn in the side.

In this marriage, I won, regardless of winning or losing.

Victory is victory.

Rested in the mansion for a few days.

Getting sleepy.

Like sourness.

Doesn't smell greasy.

I got up early in the morning at the end of the month, and after Cheng Huaishi left, I went to Dongchang.

Qia Fenggao was about to mount his horse. Next to him stood a man in a flying fish suit, who was leading his horse and riding it, respectfully.

Feng Gao smiled softly: "Master Mu, why are you so polite?"

Saying this, the movement of mounting the horse did not stop.

It turns out that the man is the new Jin Yiwei commander Mu Lin.

Mullin said: "I am very honored to serve Mr. Feng Chang. I would like to ask Mr. Feng, why did your majesty not see me yesterday when I asked for a meeting? Is Your Majesty not happy with Mr. Feng? I would like to ask Mr. Feng to give me some advice. .”

Feng Gao touched the horse's mane and wrote lightly: "Are you and I supposed to speculate on His Majesty's thoughts?"

Mullin said quickly: "Mr. Feng is right. He deserves his humble position."

"Thunder, rain, and dew are all gifts from God. Just remember. Go and go about your errands."

"Yes, yes, yes." Mullin leaned over, saluted, and left.

I called out.

Feng Gao saw me, got off his horse, walked towards me, and said happily: "Why are you here, sister?"

I opened my mouth and said slowly: "Let Mrs. Qin go."

He turned his back and was silent for a while, then said: "I didn't kill her. I asked a doctor to treat her injuries. She has gotten better these days. But, I can't let her go yet. Keep her." Mediate with Zhang Taiyue."

I said: "Qin Mingxu saved me, I owe him. I have to repay him a favor."

He said: "Sister, can I pay you back with something else?"

I pulled his sleeve and said, "Mrs. Qin is just a woman. She doesn't know anything about the affairs in the court. So what if you let her go?"

He lowered his eyelashes.

"Sister, being kind to your enemies is cruel to yourself."

There was a burst of anxiety in my heart, all kinds of thoughts were swirling in my heart, my stomach was inexplicably churning, and I staggered, and he quickly supported me.

His peach blossom face gradually blurred before my eyes.

I heard him calling urgently: "Sister, what's wrong with you? I promise you, I promise you everything, I let her go..."

"Bean sprouts, if you agree, that'll be fine." I forced myself to finish speaking, but then I felt exhausted and the contents of my belly vomited out.

I thought it was due to lingering poison.

But he didn't notice that his body was quietly changing.

(End of this chapter)