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Hearing my question, Lady Xu giggled and said in a very sincere tone, "I don't think little sister understands that the military officials leave the capital to fight. They usually don't bring their families or family members. Uncle Jiang left the capital when his sister was three years old. When he fought in the war, he was injured and had a headache. He quickly sent a letter to his family and asked them to send him the portrait so he could see his family one last time. When the late emperor heard of this, he sent his personal guards to escort Aunt Jiang and the two young ladies of the Jiang family to visit them. When Uncle Jiang saw his wife and son, he felt much better. As it happened, the Tattoo had arrived. Uncle Jiang ordered his assistant general to carry a bamboo mat and carry him onto the battlefield until he repelled the enemy and was unconscious. Then, he was carried back to the camp. When the late emperor heard of Uncle Jiang's bravery, he ordered the older brother of the Jiang family to come here with an imperial edict. First, he praised Uncle Jiang's soldiers, and then he conferred the title of deputy general to the older brother of the Jiang family.

This Young Miss Xu is really interesting!

Unexpectedly, the young lady who was always waiting for her young master actually voiced out her love and admiration for young master Jiang!

Can't help it, or is it a warning?

I carefully stared at Lady Xu, only to see her pure white face blushing red. She clearly had a shy smile on her face.

Second Young Miss Xu, who was standing by her side, was so frightened by her sister's words that her face turned pale. She scolded her sister in a loud voice that was rarely heard: "Big Sister! What are you talking about! The imperial government is something that we girls can flaunt?! "

Eldest Miss Xu realized that she had misspoken, and gave an embarrassed smile, "I was just thinking that the mistress of the Yang family is my grandmother's handkerchief!"

After hearing her sister's excuse, Second Miss Xu's expression eased a little, but she still exhorted her sister a few more times before apologizing with a smile: "My sister isn't good with words, I hope that little sister Yang doesn't take it to heart!"

I pretended to be embarrassed as I mumbled, "Big sister was right. I really don't understand this much. Second sister, please don't blame big sister!"

Big Miss Xu was relieved when she heard my words, but I started to carefully think about what she had just said.

General Jiang's story sounded like a legend about kings and officials, but if one thought about it carefully, it was filled with murderous intent!

General Jiang had to put his life on the line to live. First, he had to borrow some strength to fight, and then use the opportunity when he was injured to beg for sympathy from the previous emperor. It was clear that the late emperor didn't believe this, but he was fearful of the public opinion. Therefore, he had taken down General Jiang's only son and sent the delicate women of his family to the border. However, General Jiang had taken the lead in a scene that brought tears to his eyes. He had completely gained the trust of the emperor and saved his eldest son.

I was the first to feel that I was not smart enough and that I lacked the courage to do so.

Thinking about how the Jiang Clan raised their daughter to be like a young miss who came from a family of poems and books, it could be seen that the Jiang Clan wasn't willing to be a pure-hearted official for only a single term!

He had taught his daughter to live up to the standards of the Qing Liu family, so that she could marry into the Wen Chen family. As long as she was the mistress of the family, she would be able to speak up in front of her husband's father-in-law. Marriage was not only for the happiness of one's children, but also for the happiness of having two surnames.

The Jiang family clearly knew that they were most afraid of the civil officials colluding with each other, yet they chose to go against their will!

Thinking of the two Jiang sisters, who were pure and kind despite having read so many poems, I sighed in my heart.

If the Jiang Clan did this, it would be hard for them to survive for long. Even if his daughter went out, her family would still lose their power. If she wanted to be respected by her in-laws, it would be no different than wishful thinking!

Hopefully, they could answer "the plum blossom fragrance comes from the bitter cold", and the two young ladies could always straighten their chests and live a clean and proper life.

Looking at the smiling Second Miss Jiang in front of me, my heart is filled with pity. How long could such carefree life last?

"Why are you looking at me like that?" Second Miss Jiang turned around and said in a reproachful tone, "Those who are watching will feel weird and scared!"

Before I could find an excuse to lie to her, my mother came in to greet my grandmother with a group of women.

A clear female voice came from the door: "Old Ancestor! This humble one is here to offer her birthday greetings! "

Who else but Mrs. Xue could be so lively and bold?

There was a moment of irony on Grandmother's face before she smiled.

In the small room, his mother held Mrs. Xue in one hand and Mrs. Xue in the other.

"What took you so long?" "I've stretched my neck to look forward to your visit!" my grandmother said to Mrs. Xue in a loud voice.

Mrs. Xue didn't shy away from the scene. She and Mrs. Xue took a step forward and gently patted their faces. "It's all my fault for getting up too late and disturbing the old lady's mood!" Saying that, she took out a red brocade sachet from her sleeve, smiling as though she was half-squatting and half-kneeling, and daintily said: "Do you think this is enough to apologize to the Old Ancestor? If it's not enough, I can only take off my jacket at the door and let the old lady handle it! "

These words were bold and presumptuous. The ladies all blushed at these words, but the ladies all laughed.

His mother rushed forward to help Mrs. Xue up. She took the brocade bag from Mrs. Xue and said with a smile, "I just gave you a purple sandalwood ivory screen, and now I've taken it out. Don't turn around and complain to Mrs. Xue about me!"

The guests would not bring gifts into the house, partly because the ones close to them would naturally send gifts, and partly because the ones distant from them would naturally give gifts in accordance with the old custom of the family, it was hard to avoid being unscrupulous in bringing gifts. Secondly, there were some guests who would not bring gifts, which were not thick, but were well-connected.

Eldest Mistress Xue smiled politely in response. "How could our Third Sister-in-Law be such a petty person!"

"It's still eldest sister-in-law who loves me!" Mrs. Xue shouted as she held on to Mrs. Xue's sleeve. He then pointed to the brocade sack in his mother's hands and said, "It cost me three hundred silver taels. Please treat it as taking care of me. Give it to me as compensation!"

Laughter erupted from the room once again. Grandmother pointed at the two wives of the Xue Clan and smiled at them. "These are the eldest and third wives of the Xue Clan in the capital!"

Madam Xu didn't seem to be interested in the Xue Clan at all as she politely nodded her head and said, "It's my pleasure to meet you!" I've long heard of it! "

The two wives of the Xue Clan came forward to pay their respects to Madam Xu. After their mother took them to the side to get to know the four madams of the Xu Clan, the ladies revealed themselves behind them.

Miss Xue was dressed in a yellow embroidered white magnolia seed, fresh as a bud on a spring branch. However, he was no longer as high-spirited as before. His originally round cheeks had become much thinner, and his pair of large watery eyes became even more pitiful and adorable.

I was secretly surprised. Since Big Miss Xue is entering the palace, she should be teaching her mother to learn the palace's rules. Why would she come out as a guest?

I didn't think much about it. Miss Xue led Miss Xue to bow to her grandmother. She squatted down and swayed a little, looking a little weak.

Grandmother pointed at the two Xue clansmen and said with a smile, "These are the Xue clansmen's eldest sister and fifth sister!"

Old Lady Xu nodded her head slightly, her smile polite yet reserved as she laughed along with the praise. "They are all beautiful good children!" He looked back at his mother, who was wearing a bright blue hairpin with a silver hairpin in her bun.

The mother's expression was kind as she took out a small box from her sleeve and respectfully handed it to Old Lady Xu.

Old Lady Xu then took out two jade cicadas, which were glistening like a lump of ice in her palm. She smiled and said, "Take them and enjoy them!"

It was still clear who was the closest to him.

Eldest Miss Xue quickly led Fifth Miss Xue up to pay her respects. She thanked her and accepted the gift.

Next to her, Second Miss Jiang gave a light snort of contempt.

I turned my head to look at Second Miss Jiang in shock.

Previously, although Second Miss Jiang didn't like Eldest Miss Xue, she wouldn't be like this. Although her voice wasn't loud, all of the young madams standing by her side should have clearly heard it. If others were to talk about it, they would lose out on their virtue.

Even though Second Miss Jiang was frank and open, she was not someone who did not care. How could she not be restrained?

Noticing that I was looking at her in surprise, Second Miss Jiang slightly suppressed her expression, but she still had an impatient expression on her face.

I quietly walked to the side of Second Miss Jiang and squeezed her hand. "What's wrong?"

Second Miss Jiang looked around and said softly, "I'll tell you in a while!"

I nodded, and smiled at her. "I'm the host, after all. I need to go and receive the guests. You can go and chat with Miss Xu and the rest."

Second Miss Jiang's fair face was filled with worry, as if there was some difficult and dangerous obstacle ahead of them.

Looking at her expression, I couldn't help but laugh. I pushed her and said, "Quickly go!" If I can't even settle such a small matter, you sisters will have had a good fight with me for nothing! "

Hearing this, Second Young Miss Jiang looked embarrassed as she took three steps towards the Xu Family's young lady.

Big Miss Xu's soft voice came from behind. "Whose Miss is that?"

I immediately perked up my ears, afraid that Second Miss Jiang would say something inappropriate.

"It's Mistress Yang's little sister's wife's home!" Second Miss Jiang did not directly face the introductions. Instead, she referred to the Xue Family wives as her mother's relatives.

I smiled slightly. Speaking of the Xue family, who didn't praise the Wind Bone Aristocrat Clan? I don't know if Mrs. Xue would be angered to death when someone introduced the Xue family this way!

I smiled and stood next to Miss Xue. "How have you been?"

Eldest Miss Xue's eyes suddenly turned red. She turned her head to look at me with deep hatred rolling in her eyes.

How could such an expression appear on the face of a fifteen-year-old girl?

I took a step back and restrained my smile. "Big sister, please stand over here!"

Eldest Miss Xue picked up the handkerchief and wiped the corners of her eyes. She said softly, "I was just blinded by the sandstorm outside."

I nodded. "Elder sister, do you want to go to my room and wash your face?"

Big Miss Xue glanced at me, full of suspicion and inquiry.

I sighed to myself. Although I am not a warm-hearted person, I would never do something like this. Eldest Miss Xue was a smart person, but she was often the opposite of being smart. She didn't have the personality of the Fourth Miss to make people happy.

"No need! "Thank you, sister!" Eldest Miss Xue rejected him flatly.

In the end, he didn't believe me!

I laughed at myself. If I don't go, it would be better. I was really afraid that something would happen to the Great Buddha in my room.

This time, he was actually more at ease!