King of Song

Chapter 198

West Lake, goodbye!
Lin Zhao bid farewell to Hangzhou, where he stayed for a year and a half, and embarked on the road back to the north!Since he was reborn, he has been traveling around non-stop, but he has stayed in Hangzhou for the longest time, and he has already developed a different feeling for this place.

From Hangzhou to Jiangning, it is very convenient to go through the waterway, the voyage does not take too long, and I returned to Jiangning within a few days.

It had been almost a year and a half since he had seen his uncles, and Lin Zhao really missed them, so after getting off the boat at the pier, he went straight to the Meng Mansion.As for the unhappiness in Hangzhou, he forgot all about it.

Knowing Lin Zhao's return, Mrs. Meng and Gu Qi were very excited. The Meng family reunion was rare, and it was even more lively than New Year's.Perhaps for them, now is the Chinese New Year!
"Old lady, uncle!" When Lin Zhaocai came back, he found that the old people in the family were waiting at the door, looking forward to it.

"Zhao'er, it's good to be back!" Gu Qi looked at his nephew, and couldn't help but burst into tears. He hadn't seen his nephew for a long time, and he really missed him very much.

Lin Zhao saw that his uncle was not yet 40 years old, but his temples had grown a little gray. He didn't know whether it was due to working hard or missing himself.All in all, Lin Zhao felt even more bitter.

Mrs. Meng could fully understand this feeling, but on a day of great joy, tears would inevitably be a bit of a disappointment, so she immediately said: "It's good to be back, we are happy today!"

Only then did everyone stop the tears of longing and excitement, and burst into laughter.At this time, Aunt Liu and a maid came up with two children in their arms.

After Lin Zhao saw it, he immediately smiled and said, "Ah, the two little guys are already this big!"
Wanyan Aguda, also known as Xiaoyan Gu, was born on the first day of August in the first year of Xining, almost two years old.It may be because of inheriting the genes of his father Wanyan Libo, he was born extraordinarily stout since he was a child, and he looks no different from an ordinary three or four-year-old child.

Gu Dongping was just one and a half years old, so he looked relatively thinner, but he was whiter and fatter, with small eyes constantly rolling around, making him look even cuter!

"elder brother……"

"elder brother……"

The two guys are babbling, and they don't know each other very well, and they have a natural feeling of closeness to Lin Zhao.In addition, on weekdays, adults often mentioned Lin Zhao, and the two little guys seemed to know each other, and when they met, they barked their teeth and screamed.

Seeing this, Lin Zhao giggled, and immediately stretched out his hands, the two little guys rushed to come over, and Lin Zhao hugged the two children one from the left and the other from the right.

The two little guys seemed to be very curious about this cousin, their little hands kept groping on Lin Zhao, very close.Such a harmonious scene was full of joy, and everyone's faces were filled with smiles.

After the meeting, the elders saw the beautiful woman behind Lin Zhao!
Mrs. Meng is a sensible person, she said with a smile: "Let's go in and talk about it, it's hot outside!"

In the hall, after several old people were seated, Lin Zhaocai smiled and said, "Old lady, uncle, aunt, this is Sihong!"

Mu Sihong immediately stepped forward to prostrate Yingying, and said respectfully: "Mu Sihong has seen the old lady, uncle, aunt!"

The ugly daughter-in-law was going to see her in-laws after all, Mu Sihong was both nervous and excited!However, the emotions have been well controlled, and the performance is dignified and generous, which is very decent!
Several old people had heard about Meng Ruoying before, and knew that the person in front of them was Mu Sihong, Lin Zhao's concubine in Hangzhou.A beautiful and charming woman.Although he came from a dusty place, he gave people a very upright and courteous feeling when he met him, and his demeanor was dignified and generous. The first impression was very good.In addition, he sacrificed his life to save Lin Zhao, so it seems that there is a lot of affection and affection, and naturally he will not reject it in his heart.

Lin Zhao said with a sneer: "Uncle, aunt, Sihong is me in Hangzhou... I have never had a chance to come back to see you, and I made my own decisions without your permission!"

Aunt Liu can't speak, but the smile on her face is already a very clear answer.Mrs. Meng is also kind-hearted, smiling and silent, this person is comparable to her granddaughter in terms of talent and appearance.However, family background is a major limitation, and the status in the future will never be comparable to that of granddaughters.The most important thing is that Mrs. Meng can see that the relationship between Mu Sihong and her granddaughter seems to be very harmonious, which is naturally the best.

Gu Qi nodded with a smile and said: "Okay, as long as you are good, it's fine to love each other in the future!"

"Thank you, uncle!" Mu Sihong knew very well that with Gu Qi's nod, he had officially entered the Lin family.

Afterwards, Mu Sihong served tea to several old people, officially becoming a good daughter-in-law!Of course, her identity is doomed, and she can only be a concubine from beginning to end.Given her background, it is impossible to become a regular wife or a second wife.

But Mu Sihong doesn't care, as long as she can stay with Lin Zhichang, her status doesn't matter.

Seeing this situation, Meng Ruoying couldn't help but looked up at Lin Zhao, full of hints, but at the same time couldn't help being a little shy.

Lin Zhao coughed, cleared his throat and said, "Madam, my uncle and aunt are here, I have something to say today... I'll just say it straight!"

"But it's okay to say!" Mrs. Meng seemed to know it well.

Lin Zhaodao: "In the past two years, Ruoying and I have been running business together. It's been a long time... We have grown in love with each other for a long time, so I want to beg the old lady to marry Ruoying to me..."

It was the first time for Lin Zhao to talk about the affair and propose marriage to the parents of the other party, so he was somewhat embarrassed.In fact, he didn't notice that Meng Ruoying was even more shy and shy!
Although he hesitated and did not speak very clearly, the meaning was well expressed!
It was completely expected, Mrs. Meng chuckled, turned to look at Gu Qi and said, "Ah Qi, how would you like my Ruoying to be your niece and daughter-in-law?"

"As long as the old lady agrees, it's naturally a wish!" Gu Qi's face was also full of smiles, and there were two more "daughter-in-laws" in one day, not to mention both talented and beautiful women, such a blessing, Gu Qi I am really happy.

Mrs. Meng then looked at her granddaughter intently, and asked, "Ruoying, what do you mean?"

Talking about her marriage, Meng Ruoying was already very shy, but this time her pretty face was even more blushing!Shyly said: "We have to wait until the filial piety period for elder brother expires..."

Although it is not explicitly stated, the implication is already very clear.

Mrs. Meng still doesn't understand her granddaughter's thoughts, and the two of them together can be regarded as talented and beautiful, a match made in heaven.

What's more important is to know Lin Zhao's background, and the relationship between his granddaughter and him is also deep.Lin Zhaoyou is young and promising, so he won't humiliate the Meng family's lintel, and his granddaughter can be happy too!
Mrs. Meng said: "That's it, I'll hand Ruoying over to you! After his brother's funeral, you just get married."

"Thank you grandma!"

Meng Ruoying pondered for a moment, then said: "Ruogu is gone, the Meng family has no males, I originally thought of getting a son-in-law for Ruoying, to continue the incense... Now it seems that there is no need, I will adopt a son-in-law for Ruogu from the clan Children, but I still need your teaching and help!"

Before that, Mrs. Meng really had such thoughts. Maybe Lin Zhao's status was low before, so letting him join the Meng family was considered a kind of flattery.But now, Lin Zhao is already a dignified county magistrate. This is a glorious status that the ancestors of the Meng family never had.What's more, Lin Zhao's family suffered from floods in the early years, and several elder brothers died. He is the only son in the family, so how can he marry casually?
Even if one of Lin Zhao and Meng Ruoying's children were named Meng, it would not be appropriate. You must know that in ancient times it was a great taboo for children to follow their mother's surname.What's more, according to the current trend, Meng Ruoying is Lin Zhao's first wife, so it is impossible for her first son to have a different surname.After much deliberation, Mrs. Meng came up with such a compromise!

Lin Zhao smiled and said, "Don't worry, grandma, we are here for everything!"

Mrs. Meng smiled and said: "Yes, with you here, I can rest assured that even if I die, I can rest in peace!" On Meng Ruoying.Now that her granddaughter has a good home, Mrs. Meng can be said to have nothing to worry about.

Meng Ruoying immediately said: "Grandma, what are you talking about..."

"Yes!" Lin Zhao immediately said: "Your body is still very strong, take good care of your body, at least wait to hold your great-grandson and watch him grow up!"

One sentence immediately made Mrs. Meng laugh, hugging the great-grandson, this is the joy of the old family!Mrs. Meng said: "Since that's the case, then I'll wait for the good news!"

Gu Qi also laughed along, Meng Ruoying's face was blushing, and she was extremely shy.Inadvertently, Mu Sihong's expression on one side also became slightly unnatural. It has been more than half a year, and her stomach still has no movement. She is really anxious. This time I must find a famous doctor to take a good look at it when I go to Bianjing.

Gu Yuelun said with a smile: "Okay, this time we will really be a family!"

This day was an extremely happy day for the Lin family and the Meng family.

The marriage between Lin Zhao and Meng Ruoying was settled in this way, and Mu Sihong's status was also confirmed. Lin Zhao embraced the beauty, and they were still two lovely people like flowers and jade. It can be said that they enjoyed the blessings of everyone.

Of course, the Meng family was festive with lanterns and festoons, and a real reunion dinner was held.

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After the banquet, Lin Zhao arranged for a few beauties to rest, and then came to Gu Qi's courtyard.

It had been a long time since he had spoken to his uncle, and Lin Zhao felt ashamed. The stay in Jiangning this time was only a short time, and it would be good to spend more time with his uncle, which was considered a filial piety.

The summer nights are a bit hot, and occasionally a gust of evening wind blows, bringing a little coolness.Aunt Liu went to the room to coax the two children to sleep, while Gu Qi stood in the yard enjoying the cool air!
Lin Zhao entered the yard, and saw Gu Qi looking up at the sky full of stars, lost in thought.

"uncle!"

"Zhaoer, you're here!" Gu Qi came back to his senses and looked at Lin Zhao lovingly.

"What are you looking at, uncle?" Lin Zhao asked with a smile.

Gu Qidao: "You have grown up, married and established a business, your parents are alive in heaven, they will be very happy to see!"

When mentioning his parents, Lin Zhao couldn't help but move slightly, feeling a little sour in his heart.At the same time, I remembered what Cai Jing said when he left Hangzhou!

Lin Zhao asked, "Uncle, what kind of people are my parents?"

"Your father is very kind, your mother is virtuous and virtuous..." Gu Qi was still repeating the past rhetoric!
"Then do I look like my father or my mother?" Lin Zhao asked softly with a flash of inspiration.

Gu Qidao: "Your figure is slightly stronger than your father's. As for your appearance, your eyebrows and eyes are somewhat similar to your mother's!"

Lin Zhao's appearance is plump and handsome, and his brows and eyes reveal a bit of a woman's delicacy. It is certain that he looks like his mother.

"How similar, uncle!" Lin Zhao seemed unwilling to give up, and continued to ask.

Gu Qidao: "There are five or six similarities between the eyebrows and eyes... In fact, it's not that the appearance is so close, it just looks like there is a feeling of deja vu!"

"Oh..." Lin Zhao became silent. Cai Jing saw a layman in Yingtian Mansion, so it's possible...but his uncle once said clearly that both his parents died!
Lin Zhao asked, "Uncle, when did my mother die? Does she have any sisters alive?"

"Your mother passed away when you were only a few months old, and you don't have any other sisters..." Gu Qi started to feel a little wary as he spoke, why did his nephew ask this question again when he was so polite?

Lin Zhao thought for a while, and said bluntly: "A friend told me that he met a layman in a nunnery outside Yingtian Mansion, whose appearance was somewhat similar to mine..."

"What?" Gu Qi was startled, and immediately asked: "Where did you say?"

"Ying Tianfu!" Lin Zhao repeated.

Ying Tianfu?Gu Qi muttered to himself, his expression suddenly changed!It was in Yingtian Mansion that year, watching my sister fall into the water, in such a fast current, there was absolutely no reason to live.But the appearance is somewhat similar to Lin Zhao, and the place is such a coincidence, it is inevitable to make people suspicious!

Lin Zhao obviously noticed the change in his uncle's expression, and immediately asked, "Uncle, is there something in it..."

Gu Qidao: "Back then, your mother and I went south to escape together, and it was in Yingtian Mansion that your mother died unexpectedly..." He knew that paper can't cover fire, and since Lin Zhao already knew it, he couldn't hide it, maybe I will go to visit, it is better to inform directly.What's more, this in itself may be a rare piece of good news...

"Really?" Lin Zhao was keenly aware of the meaning of this coincidence. Could it be that his mother is still alive?

Gu Qidao: "I know what you're thinking, according to what you say, maybe it's a coincidence, maybe your mother really survived!"

This news made both Lin Zhao and Gu Qi feel the joy of hope.I really don't know how to describe this feeling in words...

"Uncle, could it be the mother?" Lin Zhao felt that this incident was too coincidental, and it sounded a little unreal!
Gu Qi was originally in a state of excitement, but when he heard this sentence, his heart suddenly tightened, and a strong worry suddenly surfaced in his heart.

yes!My sister has been dead for many years, why is there news of her resurrection?Perhaps it was a pity that he survived.But it is also entirely possible that it was a deliberate trap. Why did this news just fall into Lin Zhao's ears?
Especially after hearing about Cai Jing's identity, Gu Qi's doubts became more intense. There are too many coincidences behind this incident.Could it be that someone has already discovered... Did they come to test it on purpose?
Thinking of this, Gu Qi couldn't help but shudder, if this is the case, the consequences would be really dire!Although subconsciously, Gu Qi hoped that this was true, but for the safety of his nephew, he had to be more cautious!
Seeing his uncle's flickering expression, Lin Zhao suddenly became suspicious. Could it be that his life experience is really so mysterious?

Gu Qidao: "Maybe it might be your mother, but I think the possibility is very small, maybe it's just a coincidence..."

coincide?Is it really just a coincidence?Seeing Gu Qi's eyes, Lin Zhao couldn't believe it, guessing that there might indeed be a lot of tricks in it!
Lin Zhaodao: "Anyway, I'm going back to Bianjing in a few days. When I pass by Yingtian Mansion, I will visit this layman!"

Gu Qi suddenly tightened his expression, and said: "It's fine to visit, but you can't be rude, especially if the other party is a monk in the nunnery, you need to be more cautious!" If... If it is really your mother, she will definitely recognize it. It came from you, as for you...don't act rashly!
Isn't it just to meet a layman?Is it necessary to be so nervous?Lin Zhao didn't think too much about it.I just want to go to Yingtian Mansion as soon as possible to find out, to see if it is my long-lost mother...

"Zhao'er, just listen to me, be careful in everything!" Gu Qi said with sincerity, and Lin Zhao couldn't easily refute, so he immediately agreed.

As long as there is a chance to find my mother, it is always good news...
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Lin Zhao stayed in Jiangning for only a few days, then left because of the emperor's summons and continued to go north, returning to Bianjing to report on his duties!

As for Meng Ruoying, she could only bid farewell and continue to go south to Hangzhou to manage the business of Lin and Meng in Jiangning.It is inevitable to part, the young people seem to be a little dejected...

Lin Zhao said with a smile, "Don't worry, after dealing with the matter over there, you just come to Bianjing as soon as possible."

"Well, the matter in the south is settled, I will go to you..." Meng Ruoying knew that staying together was important, but the overall situation was the most important. The business of Lin and Meng in Hangzhou was really important.

"Well, then be careful yourself, I have already greeted them in Hangzhou, everything will be smooth and proper!"

"Hmm!" Meng Ruoying whispered, "I'm going to Bianjing, don't be asked out by those expensive and beautiful ladies!" Although she hasn't married yet, Miss Meng has already learned how to get vaccinated.

"Don't worry, it won't happen!" While speaking, Lin Zhao took off the jade pendant with auspicious clouds and rising sun from his neck, hung it on Meng Ruoying's chest, and said, "This is the only relic of my parents, and I will give it to you now." Keep it!"

Meng Ruoying immediately had a sore nose, and the meaning of Lin Zhao's move could not be more clear!

(End of this chapter)