Rebirth's Charm

Chapter 71

Through Qiao An's mouth, Ye Xizhao learned about Yu Shaoyun's recent situation:
Yu Shaoyun went to the palace to sleep at night, and after that, the emperor went to sleep in her palace every few days, and the rewards continued.

In addition, at first the Queen Mother didn't seem to approve of Yu Shaoyun's character - after all, any lady who has been tossing around like Yu Shaoyun for a year will also give people a rude and impulsive intuition.But later, after Yu Shaoyun had the queen mother summoned several times, he actually coaxed the queen mother into a smile step by step.The queen mother did not appear to be partial, but called Yu Shaoyun to talk to her every few days.

But because of these reasons, Yu Shaoyun has undoubtedly become the target of the empress and many concubines - because the emperor hates the empress who is gentle on the surface, and the empress deliberately pushes some concubines who can be used by her to the emperor from time to time, the emperor is arrogant After marriage, the number of times she went to sleep in the harem was very few.Therefore, even though Yu Shaoyun only attends bedtime every few days, it is no less than being favored.

Adding all the factors together, Yu Shaoyun's life seems to be a happy life, but it is actually full of dangers.

However, the emperor favors her, so what can Yu Shaoyun do?
The most difficult thing to get rid of is the emperor's favor.

As much grace and glory as he gives you, he will bring you as many burdens and dangers.You can only hold on to what you have gained only after you accept it and expend your efforts to get rid of hidden dangers step by step.

After Qiao An finished speaking, seeing Ye Xizhao drooping his eyes in thought, his face full of worry, he said with relief: "It's the same everywhere, see how you live. Concubine Li has always spoken and acted properly. I have never suffered a disadvantage before. I am afraid that no one would have noticed before that he was so smart and steady."

Ye Xizhao forced a smile and said, "Isn't that right? No one could see it before."

"Which woman is not like this? When she was in her boudoir, she was used to being coquettish and self-willed, and would even do whatever she wanted. After she gets married, she will keep in her heart what she knew in the past, and plan for herself step by step." Joan said. , Seeing Ye Xizhao getting more and more lost, he became annoyed to himself, "I really don't know how to comfort people, why do you get annoyed more and more?"

Ye Xizhao laughed at the last sentence, "No, I just thought of something else."

Qiao An thought for a moment, and she probably understood, "If you gain something, you lose something. It's the same with you and Lord Hou. It's better to let go of the past, and you are the only one who is suffering."

Seeing Qiao An's rare gentleness and kindness, Ye Xizhao narrowed his eyes and felt that the person in front of him was a little thinner, but he looked more and more pleasing to the eye. He inadvertently changed the subject: "Are you busy recently? Everyone has lost weight."

Qiao An did not hide anything from Ye Xizhao, "Since last year, my sister and I have successively opened several spice and jewelry shops. We are often bored in the house. In fact, we are developing some new spices with my sister, and jewelry is also produced in different ways. Some new tricks. Seeing that summer is coming to an end, spices and jewelry have to be replaced according to the solar terms—I’m just busy with these things these days.”

"Jewelry and spice shops are well managed, and the income is not small." Ye Xizhao admired the two sisters very much, "I can't do it anymore, and now I only live on the dowry."

Qiao An couldn't help laughing, "You are originally from the capital, and the Hou Mansion has three generations of foundations, and the family property is quite rich, why should you bother with these things." Then he shook his head self-deprecatingly, "I never thought about it before, but now I have arrived The point where you care about money every day."

Ye Xizhao thought, this can only be Xiao Xun's problem, or in other words, this is the result of the disharmony between husband and wife.The outer court doesn't take care of the inner house, plus Xiao Xun's three prodigal brothers, Qiao An, who is the matriarch of the house, naturally has to be embarrassed by money.Feeling sorry for her, she asked, "Is there anything I can help you with? Although I'm not as intelligent as your sisters, I'm willing to do my part, and you have the right to give me a piece of the pie."

"You've been very busy these days, so don't be distracted and help me." Qiao An said gratefully, "Besides, I have close relatives in the capital, so it's not too difficult these days. Thank you for your kindness."

"That's good." Ye Xizhao always felt that he didn't have the talent for such things, and he would worry that if he did something wrong with good intentions, it would make people embarrassed, so he ignored this topic. Chatting about other things casually, "The third master's wedding is in early October, and the Hou Mansion has to prepare in every way. If it were you, it would be easy to deal with it, but when it comes to me, it always feels difficult."

"It was always like this at the beginning." Qiao An understood Ye Xizhao's anxiety now, "I'm also having a headache recently—the second master of the mansion has also reached the age of marrying a wife, and the uncle has someone in his heart, but I have never married that family. I've been in a relationship before, and it's not prudent to directly hire a matchmaker, and I'm worried about finding a sister-in-law who is worse than me, and that's just asking for trouble."

Ye Xizhao thought for a while, and said: "It's easy too. It would be great if you can wait for a while. After I pass this time, I will try to invite the female family members of that family to the Hou's mansion—because Mrs. Tai , The mansion is always full of visitors, and it is common to invite some strangers over. At that time, you come over from time to time, and I will introduce you from them, and you will be able to know it well."

Qiao An was overjoyed, "That would be great." Then he asked with a smile, "How can you be so happy to help me in everything?"

Ye Xizhao smiled back, "You seldom go out, why did you come to the Hou Mansion?"

After that, the two women looked at each other and smiled.It's all the same, at first it was for thinking about the relationship between husband and son-in-law, and then on this basis, I started to appreciate each other, and gradually accumulated some affection.

Immediately, Ye Xizhao thought that the second wife had been feeling a little uncomfortable when she came in, so she said to Qiao An: "My second younger sibling has been ill recently, can I let her go to the house to ask your sister for treatment?"

"No need." Qiao An said with a smile, "I'll tell my sister when I get back, and just ask her to come over. She's not like me, and she's more than happy to go out from time to time."

"Thank you."

After Qiao An left, Ye Xizhao was a little puzzled thinking about this person.It is obvious that Qiao An is devoted to taking care of all the affairs of Xiao Xun's house. After getting along for a long time, she treats others very kindly. Why doesn't such a woman give Xiao Xun a good face?What happened to this couple is really beyond the reach of outsiders.

But when he thought about himself, he let go of this confusion.When outsiders look at her current situation, why don't they feel puzzled, why don't they guess why she used to stay at home and don't ask about world affairs, but now she is doing her best.Other people's right and wrong, just think about it, don't take it to heart.

Regarding Yu Shaoyun's recent situation, Ye Xizhao thought over and over again, but did not inform Mrs. Tai.For the elderly, no news from Yu Shaoyun's side is good news.

On the second day, Qiao Chen went to the Hou's mansion to give the second wife a pulse diagnosis and treatment, and then came over every few days to change the prescription, very dedicated.Seeing the second lady's complexion getting better and better, Ye Xizhao began to greet her regularly as usual, and sat by the lotus from time to time to let go of her worries.

Since Yu Shaohuan's marriage was settled, Ye Xizhao then ordered people to repair Yu Shaohuan's residence after discussing with Mrs. Tai.The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law are both the same, and they intend to give Guan Siniang a face in all aspects, and want her to feel that the Hou Fu treats her the same as the second wife and the former Song Xinyao.Those who understand the truth will be rewarded by keeping themselves safe.If you don't understand the reason, just like Song Xinyao, mother-in-law and daughter-in-law will not be polite in the future.

This is the style of the Hou Mansion's family. You will be given what is due. If you accept and repay, the Hou Mansion will give you more benefits. But if you don't know what to do, the Hou Mansion's tolerance is limited.

When the courtyard was being renovated, Ye Xizhao helped Yu Shaohuan choose a clean and elegant small courtyard, so that he could study at ease without being disturbed by trivial matters.

Mrs. Tai also saw that Yu Shaohuan was working so hard that she even spared his morning and evening routines, so she ordered the kitchen to bring him some nourishing soups and dishes from time to time.She just always understood that the splendor and wealth of the Hou Mansion in the eyes of outsiders is the result of the eldest son's going through life and death and planning every day in the past few years.However, the situation that a famous family should have is not to place all the burdens on the eldest son alone.Selfishly, she feels sorry for Yu Shaoheng; for the overall situation, she hopes that the three brothers will work together and help each other.

In a blink of an eye, summer is gone, and autumn is here.The wind in the morning and evening, and the setting sun in the evening, are immersed in an invisible coolness and depression.

At this time, the emperor began to severely punish corrupt officials who broke the law. In just a few days, many officials in the court were convicted and punished, and then they were quickly implemented in various places.However, the officials were given a place to use their skills. The impeachment memorials flew to the palace like snowflakes, and many officials were arrested.

After that, the emperor decreed to set up Enke at a selected date, firstly to congratulate the Empress Dowager on her birthday, and secondly to select talents from relatives of court officials or candidates recommended by important ministers.

What Enke means is usually that as long as you participate, you will not fail the rankings and will be entrusted with high or low official positions.

Yu Shaohuan is the third younger brother of Marquis Yongping, and was recommended by some of Ye Shuxuan's staff—his future is already settled.

After Mrs. Tai and Ye Xizhao learned about it, they both heaved a sigh of relief from the bottom of their hearts.But Yu Shaohuan did not slack off because of this, on the contrary, he worked harder to prepare for the exam, and the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law became more at ease.

Under these circumstances, Ye Xizhao couldn't help sighing that the people in the Hou's mansion are really outstanding figures, and they will go all out if they have a good opportunity.And if the reason is to be investigated, it is because the old Hou Ye and Mrs. Tai are well disciplined - at least, they have trained the eldest son to be able to take on heavy responsibilities, thus becoming a role model for younger brothers and younger sisters.Yu Shaoheng may have shortcomings, as he himself admits that he is impatient and unwilling to explain why, but that decisive and domineering temperament is enough to make the siblings compromise, whether they are willing or not.

But isn't that the case in the world?A perfect person who is gentle and indifferent in all aspects will make people feel overwhelmed, and sometimes some specific deficiencies will bring benefits instead.

When Ye Xizhao was thinking this way, something happened that she didn't expect, the person next to her pillow affected her——

(End of this chapter)