Ordinary clear day

Chapter 174 Germination
Duan Ning smiled and said: "He received an errand from the Ministry of Rites earlier, hoping that the yamen would be free. He didn't expect to be busy, so he regretted it. He begged in front of the emperor, saying that he wanted to work in the Ministry of War. But the emperor originally wanted to He was arranged to join the Ministry of War, and I don't know who he listened to and insisted on going to the Ministry of Rites. Now he is angry, so he hangs on to him. Now Tongying comes to our Ministry of War every day, asking our old Shangshu to help He speaks well."

Shu Ning was a little surprised: "How does brother know the emperor's plan?" Duan Ning smiled: "We all know that the emperor specially ordered several adults in our ministry not to speak for Tong Ying, so that he could learn a lesson. In fact, the emperor had already I just want him to come. At first I just helped to copy and sort out some things, but now I have done a good job in translating documents. Tong Ying has been to the Northwest in person, so he must know the local situation better. He was born in *** *, my father and brother are both leaders of the army, so it is perfect for him to come to the Ministry of War."

It sounds like the emperor is playing with Tongying on purpose. Imagine Emperor Kangxi holding a fishing rod to lure Tongying to the bait. Shuning couldn't help laughing: "Brother Tongying must be very anxious, right? How could you have listened to other people's instigation? I haven't lived a leisurely life, and I want to turn around and be teased by others. It's really pitiful." The word "poor" she said had a hint of schadenfreude.

Duan Ning said: "Who told him that the timing of his errand was so unlucky? Wasn't Chao Shang arguing about the choice of the head of the watch factory at that time? They all said they wanted to choose someone with a distinguished status. Others saw that he wanted to learn how to run errands." , Worried that he would take that seat, so he simply coaxed him to go to the Ministry of Rites. Tong Ying was about to find that person bad luck. According to me, he also asked for it. Why do you go to the Ministry of Rites? If you enter The Ministry of War, you just happen to be with me now."

Shu Ning thought for a while, but then said: "According to me, no matter which yamen Tong Ying goes to, Brother Tong Ying will not be able to relax. His temperament is a bit overkill, and once he takes responsibility, he will not be sloppy." People. If he is really a person who can enjoy leisure, no matter how many errands the Ministry of Rites has, he will sit in the yamen all day drinking tea and chatting. Who will say that he is not? It is clear that he has to do things himself, so he is so busy So, no matter which yamen he goes to, it's actually the same."

Her words are well-founded.As the second son of the family, Tong Ying is not considered to be highly skilled in martial arts. If he really wants to enjoy leisure, he only needs to go to the palace to be a guard of the clan, and he will be on duty every few days. Isn't he usually free as he likes?But he has to study painting and run errands; he is a son of the clan, with a noble status, even if the prince elder brother is going to get married, those affairs are also handled by officials from the Ministry of Rituals, so why should he ask in person?But he just ran around and kept busy; and when he was in the northwest, he only needed to send the information back, but he still went around looking for information and inspecting the terrain on the way across the desert. What?
As for his overkill, just look at him running to live in other people's homes when he was not comfortable at home, and deliberately frightening others in order to cut off the feelings of the girl's family.Sometimes, he clearly has good intentions, but what he says can always make people hate him to death.In the end, it's just an awkward temper.Shu Ning smiled slightly when she thought of how they got along in the past.

Duanning saw his younger sister's expression, but he was thoughtful: "Do you know him well? I have known him for so many years, so I know he is such a person. He seems to be a loose person, but he is actually very reliable in his work .He has been in the Ministry of Rites for several months, and everyone says he is good."

After hearing what he said, Shuning was reminded, thinking when did she know Tong Ying so well?However, she didn't think about this unnatural feeling carefully, and only said: "At any rate, I have known him since I was a child. Besides, I have spent a lot of time with him in the past two years, so it is not difficult to see."

Duanning calmed down, not knowing what he was thinking, Shuning was a little strange, so she just lowered her head to drink tea, and then glanced at the stack of official documents on the table.Does Duanning have to bring home business every day?Is it just to let my sister rest for a while?

"Sister." Duanning said suddenly, "What are you thinking about the draft?"

Shu Ning was a little surprised: "Brother, what happened today? Didn't we all discuss it when Ama Erniang was at home?"

Duan Ning shook his head and said: "Although there was a conclusion at the time, I felt that it was still too uncertain. We don't know what the nobles in the palace will think. If they were on a whim or listened to someone else's advice, they would give it to them casually. What should you do if you mean marriage?"

He looked at his sister's staring eyes, and sighed, "The talent show is not only about appearance, but also about each person's family background. No matter how mediocre you are, you will not become a salt-free girl or a Hedong lion. Others only look at big Uncle's position and grandparent's family status will not ignore you. Recently, there have been rumors outside that the third lady of Weiyuanbo's residence is a quiet and dignified lady, and several families are already asking about you. "

Shu Ning was shocked: "How could this be? I obviously seldom show my face in front of outsiders? Besides, isn't there a second sister?"

Duan Ning smiled wryly and said, "Second sister is almost in her own right now, and others will naturally pay attention to the other daughters in our family. Although you seldom interact with outsiders, you still know a few families, and your reputation will still spread. Besides, Uncles, aunts, uncles and aunts will also make some rumors. You are a girl in the house, and if you marry decently in the future, their faces will also be bright. Not to mention the grandfather's house."

Shuning bit her lip, secretly hating in her heart.Usually my family has any difficulties, and I don’t see these close relatives lending a helping hand. When it comes to the draft, it seems that it seems to be profitable, so they rush to point fingers.She really couldn't bear this situation where her fate was in the hands of others, it was like a thorn in her heart, making her extremely uncomfortable.

Duanning saw that his sister was about to bite her lip, and hurriedly said: "Don't bite, I feel very uncomfortable. These two days, I always thought that instead of being controlled by others, it is better to make a plan first. No matter what the result of the draft is, We don't have to worry about that either."

Shuning hurriedly asked: "Brother, what can I do? Tell me quickly and listen."

Duan Ning said: "If we lose the election in the first two rounds, we naturally don't have to worry about it, but if we fail to win the election, we will face a big challenge in the palace. This kind of big challenge is divided into four rounds. The first two rounds of the emperor's election Concubine and prince choose Fujin, we have thought about it before, most likely it will not be my younger sister's turn, don't worry too much, it's just that the third and fourth rounds are the princes, county kings and clan children respectively. It is the most dangerous. Because of the large number of people and their noble status, we really can't guess what they are thinking. Even... if they are selected by the prince and county king, it is impossible to say whether they will be the main room or... or the side room... ’ He seemed to find it an unbearable situation, and had a hard time saying it.

Shu Ning has read a lot of palace rules and ceremonies and the introductions of various princes these days, so she understands what he means.Prince Chuanfu Jinzhong also has the daughter of Lieutenant Qingche, this title is really not too high.Princes generally have low titles, so there is no need to worry, but in this era, older princes will still add one or two young concubines to their families.In the past, she only worried about the digital army, and her thinking was too narrow.

"Whatever is on your mind, brother, just say it." She said softly, with a hint of hoarseness in her voice.

Duanning took a deep breath and said, "Sister, what do you think of Tong Ying? If... If you are accused of marrying him in the future, you... Would you like it?"

Shu Ning's heart suddenly set off a turbulent wave, although she didn't show it on her face, her heartbeat suddenly accelerated, and her ears gradually became hot.

Marry Tong Ying?Marry that grinning teenager who keeps saying things that make people angry?Marry that boy who actually has a soft heart? !
She felt a little breathless, but for some reason, she couldn't help thinking of the bright smiling face in the rain.

stop stop!What are you thinking about?Brother is just offering an opinion, what do you think there are so many things to do? !

She tried her best to hold back her emotions, and said with some difficulty: "Why did my brother say that? Brother Tongying... Hasn't he always loved me as a brother and sister?"

Duan Ning carefully looked at his sister's expression, sighed slightly in his heart, and said: "He is high enough, has a holy family, good looks, talent, learning and character, and he has known each other since we were young, and we know each other well. The most important thing is It is because he is determined to marry only one wife and does not want to take concubines. He wants to be a couple for the rest of his life. He loves each other until he grows old. My brother has studied in Zongxue for three years, and he has known many princes and princes of the clan. Among them, there are few good ones. Even if they are talented and straightforward, they are not people who will treat their wives wholeheartedly. People like Tongying are really rare. If it is someone else, I am not at ease, but if it is him... he is worthy of my sister. "

It was the first time that Shu Ning knew about Tong Ying's reluctance to take a concubine, her heart couldn't help beating faster, she finally calmed down, and said: "Brother's thinking is certainly reasonable, but I don't know what Tong Ying thinks?"

"This..." Duanning hesitated, "I haven't asked him yet."

Shu Ning smiled wryly when she heard the words: "So it was just my brother's wishful thinking. In fact, since we were young, Brother Tongying and I just got along like brothers and sisters, and there was no relationship between men and women. However, since he only wants to be monogamous, he must hope that it is His beloved woman. If my brother really made a request to him, maybe he would take it for the sake of his usual love and agree to propose marriage. If I really marry him, he will treat me very well. But if In the future, when he meets a woman he truly loves, what should he do? As a man, he will certainly not break his principles, but wouldn't that be too bitter?"

Duan Ning opened his mouth, and was speechless for a long time, before he said sadly: "It's because I didn't think thoroughly. I only thought about my sister's lifelong happiness, but I ignored Tong Ying's thoughts. I am really ashamed of being a friend."

Shu Ning hurriedly said: "Brother is also thinking of me. Brother Tong Ying is open-minded and will never blame him. Besides, you didn't mean to harm him." Duan Ning smiled, still a little ashamed on his face.

Seeing the bloodshot eyes in his eyes and the tired look on his face, Shu Ning couldn't help feeling distressed.She glanced at the official documents on the table, held her brother's arm, and said with a smile, "Good brother, it's my fault for making you spend so much effort on my sister's affairs. I have such a good father, mother, Brother, brother, you will be safe, peaceful, and beautiful. There are still several months before the draft, and we will definitely find a way. Don't worry too much, and don't delay business for me."

Why does she complain so much?With such a good family backing her, no matter what difficulties she encounters, she will work hard to overcome them.

Duanning touched her head, sighed lightly, but secretly made a decision in his heart.

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Shuning and Duanning were talking about the talent show, and accidentally forgot the time. When Yanxiang reminded her outside the door, she realized that nearly half an hour had passed since the appointment with Nanny Cui, so she hurriedly bid farewell to her brother. Stepping on the bottom of the flower pot, I hurried back to Huaiyuan. On the way, I wanted to take off my shoes and run several times, but I finally gave up because there were people coming and going along the way.

Back in Huaiyuan, Nanny Cui sat in the courtyard, looking at her coldly.Shuning hurried over to apologize to her.Cui Nanny just said indifferently: "Today, the girl is a first-time offender, so that's fine, just don't forget it in the future. Today is half a quarter late, let's practice for an extra quarter of an hour." Shuning almost bit her bite. Yin Ya, however, could only pretend to be educated, saluted and answered yes.

If you are a little late, you will have to practice four times longer, which is a severe punishment.In fact, this nanny is not that easy to talk to, although Duanning coaxed her to let go and gave Shuning an hour of free time, but once the limit was exceeded, she would still not talk about it at all.Shuning secretly reminded herself that she should never make the same mistake again.

At night, she lay on the bed, couldn't help but recall what her brother said today, tossed and turned, unable to fall asleep, and her heart was in a mess.

She sometimes thought that compared to her age in two lifetimes, Tong Ying could only be regarded as a brat, how could she marry him? !But then I thought again, I am a time traveler, if counted according to the age of two lifetimes, should I marry my uncle? !She suddenly thought of Tongying's several pranks in Fangshan Bieyuan, as well as that hateful smile; and then she thought of the umbrella, the cloak, and the carefully drawn painting in the rainy day. Guangzhou style...

She thought for a long time, and couldn't help but beat her head: it's winter, what spring is it?Think no more!If you indulge your mind to develop, you will only be sad when the results of the draft come out. No matter what, you can't think about it anymore!
She kept admonishing herself, and finally calmed down slowly. It was not until the fourth watch that she fell asleep lightly.

Early the next morning, she appeared in front of Nanny Cui with a pair of dark circles under her eyes. The latter frowned slightly: "Miss, didn't you sleep well last night? Could it be that you were too angry? Turn back and ask the girl to come to my place to get it." Get some pills, and copy a prescription to go home. It’s all right now, and it must never be like this again during the draft.”

Shuning's heart moved, and she suddenly had an idea.

A few days later, it was already the middle ten days of the twelfth lunar month. Baoding sent a letter back. Zhang Bao said everything was going well, and the official affairs were started. In a few days, Tong will return to Beijing first.Shuning and Duanning were very happy when they found out.

This afternoon Shu Ning was practicing walking, because it snowed last night, she walked on the corridor.Now she is walking naturally on a two-inch flower pot bottom, and Madam Cui is planning to add another half inch to her, with the goal of being able to wear those two pairs of three-inch high flower pot bottoms during the New Year.

Cha Xiang suddenly ran over and said, "Girl, Young Master Tongying is here, but Fourth Master hasn't come back yet, please go and talk with me, Miss."

Shuning stopped and looked at Nanny Cui. Seeing her frowning slightly, she hurriedly said: "This young master is my brother's best friend, and he is often seen on weekdays. He hasn't come for several days, since my brother is not here , I should go to accompany you. It just so happens that the time is almost up, I will stop by to see how the new yard is arranged. "

Cui Nanny said: "How can a young girl meet a male guest alone? I'll let someone follow you." So she ordered the woman next to her to follow Shuning there.Shuning had no choice but to agree.

As soon as she entered the gate of the new courtyard, she saw Tong Ying in gray and white plain clothes standing beside the newly planted plum blossoms.I haven't seen him for a few days, he seems to be thinner, but he is in good spirits.Hearing the sound of footsteps, he looked back, and shouted with a smile: "Sister Shu..." He found the mother-in-law behind Shuning, and was stunned.

Shu Ning recalled the thoughts of the past few days, she was a little unnatural, she covered her face, and saluted with a smile: "Brother Tong Ying is really a rare visitor, I heard that you are busy with your affairs recently, why do you have time to visit the humble house today?"

Tong Ying rubbed her head and said with a smile: "I met your brother yesterday and said that the new courtyard has been built. He asked me to come over and have a look. Can I help you get some paintings to hang up? Has he come back yet?"

Shu Ning said: "He should be back at this hour on weekdays. Today may be delayed by something, so I don't think he will have to wait for a long time. Brother Tong Ying, sit in the room, it's cold outside." He stopped him and said, "Girl, how can I enter the room alone with the male guest?"

Shu Ning frowned, and said: "You just come in and wait. Could it be that the weather is so cold that you want the guests to stay outside?"Shuning ignored her and welcomed Tongying into the new study.

Tong Ying asked quietly: "Who is that woman? Why are you being so lenient?"

Shu Ning curled her lips: "The people my grandmother sent to serve beside the nanny." She didn't say any more.

"Oh?" Tong Ying glanced at the old lady out of the corner of her eye, and softly snorted, "I see."

(It's so noisy downstairs, why does the community property company show movies at this time?)
(End of this chapter)