Red Mansion: Bastards rule the roost

After chatting and joking with Lan Wei for a long time, and declining her invitation to have dinner together, Jia Cong took Robert out, and it was already the time when the lights were on.

As soon as the autumn wind blew, Jia Cong suddenly felt refreshed and his mind was clear.

After walking not far, Jia Cong suddenly raised his hand and everyone stopped.

Wen Youfang hurriedly stepped forward and said, "My lord, please give me your instructions." Now he was satisfied. Not only was he promoted to a hundred households, but he also became Jia Cong's secretary.

"Let someone secretly investigate the details of the four leaders of Shenjing, especially Lan Wei." Jia Cong said lightly.

"I understand."

"Arrange another capable person to secretly monitor and protect Lan Wei. If there is any abnormality, report it to me immediately."

"I humble my duty and obey my orders."

"Also, they must not be aware of this matter."

"Yes."

Jia Cong sighed slightly and urged his horse to move forward. At this point, he couldn't help but be cautious.

Although she was subjectively convinced that Lan Wei was deeply affectionate for her, she still couldn't help but send someone to investigate and monitor her. Could this be the suspicion and desire for control of the superior? Is there always someone who wants to harm me?

Jia Cong smiled bitterly, feeling a little guilty in his heart. For the first time, he felt that MG was not necessarily a good thing. Sometimes it also meant burden and danger.

Cao Mengde would rather teach me to betray the world than teach the world to betray me. Although I can't do the first half of the sentence, I must do the second half, otherwise I'm afraid I won't have a happy ending.

Thinking that if he died, the Jia family would definitely get back on the "right track", and the Grand View Garden would not be able to escape the tragedy of Zhu Fang being dispersed, Jia Cong's heart hardened again.

When he returned to the mansion, Jia Cong didn't have time to eat, so he went to discuss with Pang Chao first.

Seeing Pang Chao eating, Jia Cong smiled and said, "It's better to come early than to come by chance. I'm hungry, so I'll have a meal here, sir."

Pang Chao hurriedly gave up his seat and said with a smile: "Is it going to go smoothly when entering the palace?"

While eating, Jia Cong told two things about entering the palace. One was that the queen did not allow him to marry Baochai. The second is that Emperor Xifeng ordered the investigation of old party cases.

Pang Chao listened without saying a word, pondered for a moment, and said: "Brother Cong, the Queen obviously values ​​your wishes very much.

Especially the matter involving the Fei family in Huai'an has gained a lot of points in the queen's heart. She is willing to draw you into the direct lineage camp. This is a good thing. You..."

Jia Cong smiled bitterly and said, "Sir, Sister Bao and I have already sworn to each other. How we can betray our trust is beyond my words. I beg you, sir, to find another way."

Pang Chao shook his head, wondering why he was so entangled in the love of his children when doing such a big thing, he couldn't persuade her any more, because he said: "This matter has not been settled yet, and the empress is obviously waiting for you to change your mind.

Now that the situation is on the verge of breaking out, you must not add any extraneous details or risk your own survival. "

Jia Cong said hurriedly: "Cong understands and obeys the master's instructions. Since the empress is holding me back, I will do my best to hold him back, as long as I don't get into trouble."

Pang Chao nodded and said: "The second thing is that now that I have taken action, the old party will not be able to escape a disaster. This disaster will range from things being changed and people changing to being bloody at the worst.

You are in the center of the whirlpool and are the first to bear the brunt. Coupled with the Jiangnan incident, you will definitely become the primary target of the old party's revenge and criticism. "

"It's none of my business. I'm just following orders. Why don't they take revenge on the New Party?" Jia Cong said unwillingly.

Pang Chao smiled and said: "There is no way two armies are facing each other and they launch a general attack as soon as they come. Naturally, I will capture you as a pawn first.

It can not only cast stones to ask for directions, but also avoid direct conflicts with the New Party and Jinshang, leaving room for maneuver. Why not? "

Jia Cong said: "Sir, that's what you said. So what should Cong do?"

Pang Chao said: "Now that the enemy is in darkness and we are clear, we must not act rashly. We must first be invincible and then wait until the enemy is victorious."

Now you are acting according to God's will, and you have the support of the new party, occupying the great cause of justice. If the old party tries to deal with you, it will have to go against the trend, and I am afraid it will have to turn to Ningshou Palace for help.

If the Supreme Emperor intervenes, things will become complicated. "

Jia Cong nodded slowly, also feeling troubled, and said: "How do you think the old party will deal with me, sir?"

Pang Chao thought for a moment and sighed: "It is not difficult to guess that if we want to deal with you, we must start from the two houses.

A wealthy family has many children, good and bad, and there are flaws everywhere. Fortunately, you have cleaned up a lot of things before, but I don't know if there are other things in the house. "

Jia Cong frowned. There was definitely something going on with the Jia family's bastards, but he didn't know much about it, so he had to have the Jinyi Guards investigate thoroughly.

"Sir, what you said hit the nail on the head. Cong immediately sent someone to investigate thoroughly. If there is any bad thing, do it first, so as not to expose others to the blame." Jia Cong said.

"Remember not to make a big show of it, but to do things secretly. If the old party notices, wouldn't it be an attempt to hide the truth?

Also, even if something happens, you can just blame it on your father and brother. You are the most powerful person in the city. As long as there is an explanation, I will definitely protect you.

Women must not be benevolent. As long as the family is prosperous, there is no one who cannot be abandoned. This is their responsibility. Pang Chao warned.

I'm afraid that Jia Cong, who cares about the relationship between father and son and brother, can't bear to abandon his troops to protect the chariot, so he goes to take the charge himself, and everything will be over.

Jia Cong couldn't bear to part with it, so he hurriedly said: "Sir, please take your words to heart." It would be a surprise if he could kill Jia She.

"Also, unless it is an extremely important and secret matter, don't take action easily and get yourself burned. I'm sure the old party has already made arrangements and is waiting to invite you to the urn." Pang Chao said solemnly.

After discussing secretly with Pang Chao in the study for a long time, Jia Cong came out.

As soon as I returned to the hall, another girl came to invite me, saying that the old lady had summoned me.

Jia Cong smiled bitterly, thinking how many people I have to deal with all day long.

I had no choice but to come to Rongqing Hall.

Because the Xue family received the order, they were in a panic. Everyone was gathering at the old lady's place to discuss it, but they said some irrelevant words of comfort, which was of no use.

"Brother Cong is here." Seeing him come in, everyone got busy to greet him.

Aunt Xue said hurriedly: "Brother Cong, what do you say?"

Jia Cong smiled and said, "Don't worry, aunt. The empress said that Sister Bao is a good person, so she specially promoted her to serve Princess Ruyi. If you don't get what you ask for, don't worry. Besides, Sister Bao and Princess Ruyi know each other very well, and they are like sisters. , and nothing will happen."

"Then..." Aunt Xue felt relieved, thinking about marriage, but felt embarrassed to ask.

Jia Cong smiled and said: "In addition, the empress also said about the marriage grant, let Sister Bao work as an errand with the princess for a few days. When the term is completed, she will receive a generous gift.

Sister Bao and Qi'er will be given to Cong at that time, but it will only be a few days later. "

When everyone heard what he said, no doubt that he was there, they all laughed with relief and congratulated Aunt Xue.

Only Bao and Dai knew the inside story and knew that the matter was not that simple. Jia Cong's words were just to stabilize the morale of the army.

Jia Mu breathed a sigh of relief, as long as the empress did not blame this bastard, she glared at him angrily and said: "You bastard, you have no rules and regulations in the palace, and made your eldest sister angry, come in with me.

Auntie, you sit down first, I'll teach this bastard a few words, and then I'll talk to you. "After saying that, he stood up and Yuanyang hurriedly supported her.

"Old lady, it's up to you." Everyone stood up and saw each other off.

Jia Cong touched his nose, gave Baochai a reassuring look, and followed Jia Mu in.

After entering the upper room and dismissing the servants, Jia Mu's face suddenly darkened and she scolded: "You bastard, you don't know what's going on.

Your eldest sister wrote to say that the queen intends to betroth Ruyi to you, why don’t you obey?

This huge pie falls on your head, but you don't want it alive. Do you really want to piss me off to death? "

As Jia Mu said this, she put her crutches on the ground, making a thumping sound, and felt very sad.

"I..." Jia Cong wanted to explain, but was interrupted.

"I know you like Yibao girl, but how can Bao girl be compared with Princess Ruyi? This is not picking sesame seeds over watermelons, are you a fool?

What's more, the empress is reasonable and gracious enough to give you the precious girl as your equal wife, what else do you want?

With Bao Yatou's background, even if she climbs the ladder, she will not be blessed to be Princess Ruyi's equal wife. Isn't it a gift from the empress? "

The more Jia Mu talked, the angrier she became, and her eyesight turned black. Jia Cong hurriedly helped her sit down.

"Old lady, please drink a cup of tea first before scolding me. Don't get angry."

Jia Mu took a sip of tea and glared at Jia Cong: "I don't care what you think. I will go to the palace tomorrow and ask to marry Princess Ruyi.

Otherwise, I will go to the palace in person to apologize and arrange this marriage for you. If you don't comply, you will be disobedient and unfilial, and you will renounce yourself from your ancestors and the court. Just take care of it. "

Jia Cong was startled. If the old lady took action, he would have no way to retreat or escape. He hurriedly apologized and said with a smile: "It's just a trivial matter. Why bother the old lady? Isn't it unfilial for Cong?"

Even if Cong means it, there are some obstacles now, and he needs to think about it in the long term. If he changes his mind rashly, he may end up backfiring. "

The only solution for now is to trap the old lady first, lest she engage in an arranged marriage and break up the fateful couple of herself and Baochai.

As expected, Jia Mu fell into the trap. She glared at him and said, "What's the problem?"

Jia Cong used all his brain cells, working at full speed, weaving lies like crazy, and said slowly: "The empress has issued an edict, but it cannot be changed overnight. It seems that the Heavenly Family lacks me as a consort.

The second Cong words have been spoken, and I am like a rat with two ends, facing Qin, Mu, and Chu. I am afraid that I will offend the queen and the princess, who will despise and despise me, thinking that I am a villain who wants to follow the crowd.

Three things: The Holy Father also scolded me today. I shouldn't go around messing around with women and ruining the princess's reputation. I also ordered a new errand. Now that the matter has not been completed, I am thinking of asking to marry the princess. The timing is too inappropriate. "

Jia Cong admired himself a little, and immediately thought of three principles. Sure enough, human potential is endless, and lying is also a science.

After hearing this, Jia Mu thought for a long time and said slowly: "What you said makes sense. What do you want to do?

Let me tell you, Princess Ruyi is my granddaughter-in-law. If you dare to have any other thoughts, I will never listen to you. "

"Yes, yes, Cong is not an ignorant person. He should strictly follow the old lady's wishes." Jia Cong hurriedly gave up.

"Cong is thinking of finishing the errands ordered by His Majesty today beautifully. When Long Yan is happy, he can ask Huo and Dong to make peace before asking to marry the princess. What do you think, old man?"

Mother Jia nodded slowly: "This is also true. How long will it take? Don't try to fool me."

Jia Cong hurriedly stretched out three fingers: "Within three months, Cong will definitely finish it, how about it?"

"It's up to you." Jia Mu said three words heavily.

"They say I am biased towards Baoyu. Who knows how much I have worried about you, an evildoer like you, but I still can't get enough of you. When did Baoyu bother me so much?"

Jia Cong hurriedly went over to squeeze her shoulders and beat her legs, and said obediently: "Who knows that our ancestors treat their grandchildren equally.

Cong was deeply favored by the old lady, but it was really hard to repay him if he was broken into pieces. After much deliberation, there was only one way to repay him. "

"What method?" Jia Mu asked.

"Cong can only marry more wives, give birth to more great-grandchildren, and let them live under the old lady's knees and fulfill their filial piety for Cong."

Jia Mu laughed and spat: "You monkey, you have a naughty temper, just like Feng Yatou. By the way, what's going on between you and Feng Yatou?"

Jia Cong's face turned red. He knew he couldn't hide it from the old professor in the inner house, so he could only blush and whispered: "To the old lady, Sister-in-law Feng is pregnant."

"Ah? You..." Mother Jia was stunned and glanced at Jia Cong angrily: "Is it yours?"

Jia Cong nodded.

"You bastard, you hooked up with your sister-in-law just after you went out. How can you have the honor to meet your ancestors?" Jia Mu scolded.

Jia Cong laughed and said, "My ancestors don't care about these trivial matters. Anyway, Sister-in-law Feng doesn't want to have an affair with Brother Lian. It's better to take advantage of me than to take advantage of outsiders."

He was very confident in saying that the reverse effect was the cause.

Jia Mu was also shocked by his shamelessness, laughed angrily, and said: "Dirty thing, there are so many good people in your room, and they still miss Feng Yatou, you are really greedy.

That's all, the matter has come to this, and the family scandal cannot be made public. The child is said to be Lian'er's to the outside world, and he will be adopted and raised by you. I will tell him. "

Now it is still important to preserve Jia Cong's reputation.

Jia Cong smiled and said: "I know that the old lady loves me the most, so I thank the old lady for making it happen."

"You, if you want me to die early, cause me more trouble," Jia Mu spat.

"Cong don't dare, don't dare." Jia Cong retreated "ashamed". (End of chapter)