Brother Rong of Red Mansion

Chapter 28
  Wang Xifeng married Jia Lian five years ago, and it has been two years now. I met Jia Rong several times. Every time I see her, although she seems respectful, the restlessness in her eyes cannot be concealed.

However, in front of her domineering attitude, Jia Rong kept her attitude very low and did not dare to think anything wrong.

Therefore, Wang Xifeng's evaluation of him was, "He is also unsatisfactory. Although he has a good appearance, he is a silver pewter spear head that is of no use."

But today, Jia Rong's demeanor made her a little unfamiliar.

The whole person stood at the door with high spirits. Although his hands were solemn and respectful, his waist was straight, which was very different from the wretched posture he had seen in the past.

A pair of eyes were clear and energetic, with a smile on the corners of his lips. Although the eyes looking at her were restless, they were not lewd. On the contrary, they were more appreciative, making people feel that he was watching her, and they would not Too disgusting.

Wearing a suit of silver kudzu gauze pleats, a blue gauze scarf on his head, and a rhinoceros jade silver horn hairpin running through his hair, the whole person is elegant and elegant.

Wang Xifeng's eyes lit up and she looked at Jia Rong's nephew again.

"As long as my brothers are capable and can support this family, I can rest in peace. I don't dare to think about longevity and blessings for thousands of years. As the saying goes: If you don't die when you are old, you are a thief. In vain. Living for such a long time is annoying. It’s better to close your eyes naturally. I will be reincarnated myself so that I won’t be displeased by you.”

Mrs. Jia is an old woman and knows how to live better than anyone else.

Jia Rong wished her a long life and thousands of years of blessings, although she liked to hear it. But he also understood that these were just auspicious words. She has tried her best to support the family over the years and watched the Jia family go from glory to decline step by step. She just wants to live her life in peace and enjoy the joy of having grandchildren.

As for the Jia family, children and grandchildren will have their own blessings.

Anyway, there is an ancestral founding title, which is not the same as the hereditary title of the Great Zhou Dynasty. Even if the title drops a few ranks, when Baoyu and Langeer's generation grow up, the royal family's resentment towards the Jia family will dissipate, and the Jia family will naturally be able to return to the court.

After all, the Supreme Emperor is not young anymore, and one day people's souls will return to the underworld.

No matter how much resentment you have, it can't withstand the passage of time.

This is Jia Mu’s sentiments.

"My grandson didn't understand a word of what my ancestor said. I haven't read a few books, I don't know a few words, and I don't understand the great principles of Confucius. I only remember when I was a daughter in my boudoir. , I have heard a saying that a family with an old man is like a treasure. This means that having a wise old man in the family can pass on her life insights and experiences to the young people, so that the children and grandchildren can avoid detours and be able to Take the high road.

“Originally, I didn’t quite understand it.

"After looking at Brother Rong today, I realized that this sentence is absolutely correct.

"With our ancestors at home, you are always there to teach us life lessons. As our children and grandchildren, we can always be enlightened and not go astray, and we won't be ruined or suffer disaster. Only then can the whole family be prosperous."

Having said this, Wang Xifeng walked forward slowly and walked to the Arhat bed where Jia Mu was sitting. Seeing the satisfaction in Jia Mu's eyes and the smile on the corners of her mouth, she felt proud in her heart, and her wisecracks became more crisp. A few points.

"So, ancestor, you can't just care about yourself. You also have to live for a long time for us younger generations. It's best to live until the end of the world."

Wang Xifeng was in front of the Luohan bed, holding Jia Mu's broad and wrinkled palm, feeling the warmth in the palm, with a coquettish look on her face, and sat down next to Jia Mu, her butt occupying half of the edge of the bed.

"How long will it last? Haha, if you live for such a long time, won't you become a god?"

Mother Jia grabbed Wang Xifeng's jade hand, and the doting in her eyes was obvious. As if she couldn't get enough of her, this granddaughter-in-law was really good at pleasing her.

"In the hearts of our younger generation, our ancestors are just gods from heaven who came down to earth to support us. Otherwise, how could we enjoy such a great blessing?"

Wang Xifeng smiled delicately.

"Hahaha." When the time came, Jia Mu's hearty laughter came from the spacious hall.

"You hottie, I can't help you." Mother Jia shook her head with a smile, looking away from Wang Xifeng's gorgeous appearance, and turned to look at Jia Rong.

"I heard that you are going to have a banquet in the evening, so go back early. I have everything here, and I will not lack your filial piety. It is better to save your own money and make new clothes. If you are really filial, read more and think about it. Think about the principles of sages.

"Although the capital camp is nice, it is also a dangerous place, with so many pairs of eyes staring at it.

"You are not afraid of tigers when you are a newborn, but don't violate taboos. The elders of the two houses are living examples. Don't be obsessed with others and go astray. Walk around and learn from old friends and relatives. Especially Prince Yue of the Wang family, he He is a capable person who has been in officialdom for many years. There is no harm in asking him for advice.

"In the final analysis, his ability to secure the position of Jiedu Envoy in the Beijing Camp relies on his connections in the Ning Mansion. They are all family friends, so there is nothing difficult about asking him to support the younger generations."

Jia's mother was indeed the only "insightful person" in Jia's family. She laughed with Wang Xifeng for a long time and ignored him for a long time. Only now did she talk to him about serious matters.

As soon as she talked about business, Jia Mu's kind eyes disappeared, revealing a bit of wisdom and restraint, and her body exuded an old-fashioned but sober majesty.

It seemed that in an instant, she changed from that kind old lady to the imperial concubine of the great Zhou Dynasty. Even Wang Xifeng, who was sitting next to Jia Mu, was awestruck by Jia Mu's majesty. She subconsciously lowered her voice, held her breath, and became solemn and solemn.

He didn't dare to take a breath, his eyebrows were slightly lowered, his heart was beating loudly, and goosebumps appeared on his body.

This exciting feeling...

Wang Xifeng has not felt this for a long time.

She is a hero among women and girls, a strange woman who is not inferior to men. At this moment, instead of being afraid, my blood was boiling and I just felt very excited. She mustered up the courage in her heart, raised her eyebrows slightly, and carefully looked at Jia Mu's expression when she spoke, as if every detail interested her.

“How majestic!

"If my daughter lives like her ancestors, her life will not be in vain."

Wang Xifeng had not read many books, but she felt the psychological activities of Xiang Yu and Liu Bang when they saw Qin Shihuang traveling - "This is what a real man should do!"

It’s not just Wang Xifeng.

Even Jia Rong, seeing Jia Mu's serious expression, said these words to him sincerely. It is also rare to be respectful and listen carefully to the suggestions of the elderly.

Obviously, Jia Mu learned that Jia Rong was going to Beijing to pursue a career as a military attache.

Although it is said that Ning Mansion is not under her control. But after experiencing so many bloody storms, Jia Mu, as the nominal elder of Ning and Rong Houses, still couldn't help but want to say a few more words. Lest Jia Rong repeat the old path of the young prince.

In the ups and downs of officialdom and the battles in the court, either you die or I die! She really couldn't bear for the young brother of the Jia clan to fall into that bloody whirlpool again.

Wouldn't it be better to enjoy the glory and wealth honestly and wait for the death of the Supreme Emperor?

Ugh……

Jia Mu sighed and could only hope that Jia Rong would listen to Jin's advice and be more careful when entering officialdom.

"Yes, my great-grandson will remember the teachings of his ancestors."

Jia Rong lifted up her horse-faced skirt, knelt down and nodded again, thanking Jia Mu for her life teachings.

"Okay, let's go down."

Then, Jia Mu waved her hand and let him go down.

Jia Rong turned around and respectfully exited the hall. When he walked to the hanging flower door, he left a python and two big red pigeons behind and told the maid and girl guarding the door to hand them over to Wang Xifeng for him.

Then Jia Rong walked out of the west corner gate, turned east, passed by the main gate of Jia's mansion, and went straight to the black painted gate.

Entering the black painted gate, we came to Jia She's independent courtyard. Jia Rong went north, walked less than a shot, and came to Yimen.

In front of the Yimen, Jia Rong stopped and asked the doorkeeper to inform him.

The third-class servant guarding the door saw him leading people behind him and carrying boxes and cages, as if she wanted to give gifts, so she didn't dare to stop him. He only wished Jia Rong a long blessing and congratulated him on winning the first prize at the garden party, then turned around and ran in to inform him.

After waiting for a while, a message came from inside, asking him to come in.

So Jia Rong crossed the threshold of the Yimen, ordered a third-class servant girl to pick up a python and two big red horses from the cage, and followed him inside.

After passing Yimen, Jia Rong took a few steps, turned a corner to the west, and entered a courtyard.

This is Jia She's outer study.

The trees and rocks in the courtyard are elegant, similar to the scenery of his Huifang Garden. It is obviously an integrated building. The houses and courtyards are all small and unique, which is very different from the main house, veranda and verandah that Jia Rong saw in Jia Mu's yard. It was obviously cut off from the garden of Rongguo Mansion. They have actually lived in separate houses and are not subject to the constraints of Rongguo Mansion.

"Sir, Uncle Xiaorong from Dongfu has arrived."

When they reached the door of the outer study, the third-class maid who led the way stopped and reported the report against the curtain with her lowered eyebrows.

After the words fell, a rich and hoarse voice came from the study: "Invite him in."

(End of this chapter)