Chapter 916

Rongguo Prefecture, Pear Fragrance Courtyard.

Yingchun, Daiyu and others heard Baochai's words, and sighed in their hearts. Originally, it was just Xue Pan involved in the case and imprisoned, but no one expected that this matter would evolve like this.

Because Xue Pan was involved in the major case of leaking military supplies, the government accidentally investigated the old case in Jin Ling, and Jia Zheng was dismissed because of this. The disaster of another family became the disaster of their own family.

Jia Mu was worried and angry in Rongqing Hall, and the sisters were all witnesses. The Old Lady must have resented the Xue family. Baochai was smart and shrewd, so she naturally knew without asking.

That's why Baochai said she had no face to see Jia Mu and Jia Cong, and the Xue family planned to move out of the Jia mansion. This feeling of depression and shame was not strange.

Yingchun saw Baochai's pale face, clear and reduced jade appearance, and frowning eyebrows, which made people feel pity. She also saw early on that Baochai had deep feelings for her brother, and had already developed feelings.

Although she liked Baochai's character and appearance, the second old master and Cong brother had deep family affection. Now that they lost their official positions because of the Xue family's disaster, the kinship between the two families had developed a gap, which was relatively embarrassing.

The Old Lady cared extremely about the second old master's official position, and must have been disgusted with the Xue family. Even if Cong brother and Baochai had feelings, the Old Lady would definitely not be willing to be disgusted in her heart.

Yingchun thought of the glory of her brother's granted marriage. Even if there was a fate with Baochai, she could only be a concubine in the future. The Old Lady might not be able to manage Cong brother's formal marriage.

But the eldest master passed away, the eldest mistress lived in seclusion, and Cong brother's act of taking a room and accepting joy involved the friendship of aristocratic families. The Old Lady could really manage this matter……

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Yingchun saw Baochai in this shape, couldn't help but have a pile of wild thoughts, and saw her ugly face, frowning, eyes red, and crying, couldn't help sighing in her heart.

She said, "Sister, why do you say such things? Pan brother is involved in the case and imprisoned, which is already very unfortunate. No one expected that it would implicate the second old master. This is also a disaster from the sky."

"Regardless of the reason, it is not your fault. We sisters have been together for many years, like flesh and blood. The Xue family has also suffered, so it is not good to say these outsider words."

"Moreover, Cong brother is away at war. If you and Aunt want to move away, I don't know how to explain to Cong brother when he returns. He will blame me, this sister, for losing the etiquette of relatives."

Daiyu and Xiangyun also persuaded her on the side. Seeing Tan Chun said, "Although the Old Master was suspended and reflected in the mansion, the situation is not settled, and it may not be bad. Bao sister, don't be too concerned."

"Third brother has made military merit and was promoted to Deputy Commander and Regional Commander. It is a matter of the Imperial Court's war against the Mongols, and he is valued by the Emperor. Moreover, even if the Old Master is biased, he has not caused a major disaster."

"Now third brother is leading the army to war, loyal to the country. As the saying goes, don't look at the monk's face and look at the Buddha's face. The Old Master's matter has a turning point, which is not known. Bao sister, put your heart down."

Daiyu said, "Third sister's mind is still clever, and this point is said to the point. The second uncle's official position is bestowed by the palace. Even if he is punished, there will be room for maneuver."

The sisters persuaded Baochai, making her heart relax slightly, so she left the Pear Fragrance Courtyard and returned to the East Prefecture. Baochai sent the maid to the door, and then returned reluctantly.

Xue Yima was sitting in the hall waiting. Seeing Baochai's depressed expression, she said, "I originally wanted to wait for your brother's matter to be settled, and then I would talk to the Old Lady and fulfill your marriage."

"But I never dreamed that your brother was imprisoned, and the government actually turned up the old case, harming your uncle's official position. The Old Lady dotes on her son, how can she not be angry."

"It's all because of your brother, this useless thing. It's enough to cause trouble and ruin the family, and he even ruined his sister's life. How did I raise such a debt-collecting evil obstacle!"

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Xue Baochai heard her mother say that she wanted to talk to the Old Lady and fulfill her marriage, but there was no joy in her heart, but her face became paler and paler like snow.

She said, "Mom, why haven't you understood yet? Although Cong brother's official title is heavy, in the Old Lady's eyes, the uncle's imperial official position is equally golden and decent."

"Now that the uncle lost his imperial official position because of the brother, how can the Jia family treat the Xue family well? Don't mention this matter again in the future, so as not to have no face for everyone."

"I have already thought about it. After the brother's matter is settled, we will move to our own villa. Originally, we moved to the Love Shenjing to settle down because of the brother's case."

"Now that the Feng Yuan case has been revealed, even if the brother can save his life, he will definitely not be able to escape the exile. Our family doesn't need to hide anymore."

"In my daughter's opinion, it is better for us to move back to Jin Ling after everything is settled. That is the hometown of the Xue family, and there are houses and industries to live in peace."

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Xue Yima's face changed greatly after hearing this. If she just moved to the villa, she could hide some embarrassment. After such things, it is inevitable that relatives will be embarrassed.

The Xue family villa is in the south of the Love Shenjing, only a two-quarter drive from Rongguo Prefecture. It is still in a city after all. After the wind has passed, it is convenient for the two families to walk around.

Once she returns to Jin Ling, the Jia and Xue families will really break off their feelings. Once her son is convicted, she and her daughter will be left alone, and she will really have no reliance.

Xue Yima hurriedly said, "Bao girl, I know that your brother implicated your brother-in-law and lost his official position, and you feel that you have no face to live in the Jia family, so it is okay to move back to the villa temporarily."

"But why do you have to move back to Jin Ling? The Love Shenjing is the capital of the Da Zhou, and its prosperity and glory are better than Jin Ling. We have settled here for several years and have long been accustomed to the food and clothing here."

"You and the Jia sisters are on good terms. You won't be able to see each other if you go. Not to mention Cong brother, this kind of character is rare in the world. You have him in your heart, and it will be difficult to fulfill in the future."

Baochai's eyes were red, and she said, "Mom, don't say these words again. The brother is involved in the major case of national affairs. This time he is convicted, the Xue family's status is decadent, and it is not as good as before."

"The Old Lady feels sorry for the uncle's official career, and she must have abandoned the Xue family in her heart. The things Mom thinks about are destined to be a delusion, so why bother to ask for trouble."

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Xue Yima heard her daughter's voice trembling, heartbroken, and naturally understood what she meant. She regretted her hesitation early on, ruined her daughter's good fate, and ended up with nothing.

Thinking that her son is now convicted, the Xue family's status has fallen. Even if she takes her daughter back to Jin Ling, she will definitely be disliked. She wants to find a good match for her daughter, but she can't do it anymore.

Furthermore, Baochai has seen Jia Cong, this kind of character, who else can she look at? Even if she finds a husband for her, she will definitely refuse to die, and there will be no good results.

Xue Yima thought more and more worried, but she had already made up her mind. She couldn't follow her daughter's temperament. No matter what, she couldn't easily return to the south, otherwise it would be impossible to recover.

Just as Xue Yima and Baochai were sad, the maid Ying'er hurried in and said, "Miss, the fast horse you sent returned to the Love Shenjing from Jin Ling yesterday."

"Because the city gate is now open for inspection every other day, they were delayed for one night outside the city, and just arrived at the main gate of the back street, and also brought back the letter from Second Old Master in Jin Ling."

Baochai took the letter from Ying'er's hand and hurriedly opened it to read carefully.

Xue Yima asked hurriedly, "What did your second uncle say in the letter? Did he say when he would arrive in Jin Ling?"

Baochai's face showed a trace of joy, and she said, "Second uncle said in the letter that he would set off three days after receiving the letter, let the fast horse rider send the reply first, and they would arrive in the capital later."

"Counting the days, second uncle set off five days ago. Because he brought Baoqin with him, the journey was slower, but he would definitely arrive in two or three days, in time to intercede for the brother."

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Xue Yima was overjoyed after hearing this, "After all, it is a blood relative, which is truly reliable. At this life-and-death juncture, your second uncle rushed from thousands of miles away to intercede."

"Your second uncle brought Qin girl on the road, this journey is already the fastest. I asked your brother-in-law, after your brother was imprisoned, he was interrogated, and he was not tortured."

"The Dali Temple official Yang Hongbin, who is in charge of this case, is said to be Cong brother's close friend, and he is quite upright as an official. He personally asked your brother, and the confession was true and had no deviation."

"This kind of major case requires a joint trial by the Three Judicial Offices, and the document process is very cumbersome. It will take until the end of spring to close the case, and it will be in time for your second uncle to enter the capital to intercede."

Baochai said, "I trust Cong brother the most, and his close friends are naturally trustworthy. Although Yang Temple official cannot help the brother to clear his name, he will definitely act fairly in charge of this matter."

Xue Yima sighed, "Cong brother is young, not only is his career outstanding, but the connections in his hands are also extraordinary. Even the Dali Temple official is his close friend."

"Our family has been in the capital for many years, and your brother's daily dealings with aristocratic children are just some drinking friends. He didn't make any proper official connections, so he was stretched when things came to an end."

Xue Yima turned and said, "Bao girl, Baoqin and the Hanlin Master Mei are engaged, and the wedding date was originally next spring. Your second uncle brought her to the capital this time, which is the meaning of sending her to marry."

"The Mei family and we are also relatives. Both families are in the capital, so it is not good to be silent. Furthermore, Baoqin is about to arrive in the capital, so we should send a gift to the Mei family, which is also familiar with the family."

"After Baoqin marries, the Mei family and we are also in-laws, and the two families will inevitably walk around. We will have one more official relative in the capital, which is also a good thing."

"You said you wanted to move back to Jin Ling, which is also inappropriate at the moment. Because Baoqin will marry next year, she must settle in the Love Shenjing. It is always necessary to settle our family, and you sisters can also be companions."

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Baochai was smart, so she naturally understood her mother's mind. Now that her brother was convicted, her mother felt more and more that official connections were lacking.