Wake up and become a son-in-law

Lan Yuheng also politely sent Di Renjie to the door. Di Renjie stopped at the door and bowed, "Brother Lan, there is no need to see you off. If you have any questions, you can ask your father-in-law. Lord Mo may be able to help." You, farewell." Mrs. Cui also bowed. Looking at the two people leaving, Lan Yuheng couldn't help but sigh.

"What's wrong with Mr. Di? Why are you sighing like this? We'll see you again in the future." Mu Qianqian held Lan Yuheng's hand and comforted her softly. Lan Yuheng shook his head and said, "It's just that now that Brother Di leaves, the only thing left in the court is I'm alone..."

Mu Qianqian tightened Lan Yuheng's arm, "Although my husband is the only one left in the court, don't I still have my sister and Qianqian with me at home? My husband doesn't need to add to his sorrow."

"It seems right...there's still a lady here." Lan Yuheng smiled, "I'm going to find dad..." Lan Yuheng came to the lobby and happened to see Mo Yuyi and Mo Xiaoyi chatting about something. Li Shiqi They were also sitting next to each other. When Lan Yuheng came, they both stood up and saluted. The former smiled and asked, "Yuheng is here, have you finished the wine?"

Lan Yuheng nodded, "Brother Di has gone back. I'm talking to dad about something." Li Shiqi apologized a little, "I thought I'd send it off later, but I didn't expect to leave so soon. Yuyi, let's go sit in the backyard first." Mo Yu He reluctantly said "Oh" and didn't forget to pull Lan Yuheng down before leaving.

"Dad... I want to ask something." Lan Yuheng said asking for advice. Mo Xiaoyi looked kind. "Yuheng wants to ask about why Di Renjie was demoted, right?" Lan Yuheng nodded and said, "Dad still has some questions." What an insight. I guessed it before I asked. The child has always been puzzled. This matter is obviously just a frame-up, why is Brother Di still being demoted? Doesn't this seem unreasonable? "

Mo Xiaoyi smiled and said, "Heng'er, some things are inherently unreasonable. There are not so many things in this world that are reasonable or unreasonable. Besides, existence is reasonable. It is reasonable for Wu Meiniang to belittle Di Renjie."

"Is it because of the death petition?" Lan Yuheng asked doubtfully, and Mo Xiaoyi took a sip of tea. "This has nothing to do with the death petition. As the saying goes, there is no smoke without fire. Since Di Renjie is accused, it means that there is more or less existence. The question is like, did Lieutenant Gongsun do anything wrong? Why was he demoted? Many things are the result of a single sentence from the monarch."

Lan Yuheng remained silent, carefully considering Mo Xiaoyi's words. Mo Xiaoyi continued, "Take Di Renjie as an example. This man can be considered an upright person. It can even be said that he is even worse than his father. His father and Xu Jingzong's father can be said to be the same type of person, but Xu Jingzong did not inherit his father's expectations, and he can be said to be the complete opposite of Di Renjie. Why did Xu Jingzong get Wu Meiniang's favor?"

"Because he is cunning? Cruel?" Lan Yuheng asked with a strange expression. Mo Xiaoyi seemed to smile, "This person is indeed like this, but not entirely. The reason why Di Renjie looks like his father means that he inherited his father's His thoughts, unfortunately, are just thoughts. His father was loyal to the Tang Dynasty, so the disguised Di Renjie's thoughts are towards the Tang Dynasty, then does he count as an old minister of the Li family?"

Lan Yuheng did not speak, which was regarded as acquiescence. Mo Xiaoyi continued to analyze for Lan Yuheng, "Why was Di Renjie demoted? One was that Di Renjie was an old minister of the Li family in a certain capacity, and the other was to kill chickens and scare monkeys. The reason for killing Xu Jingzong was because He committed a crime and demoted Di Renjie because Di Renjie was biased in favor of the Li family. From the prime minister down to the ninth-rank official, killing and demoting him had the effect of knocking the mountain and shaking the tiger. Secondly, do you really think Di Renjie did nothing? Yes, he did. , It’s just that what he did was justifiable, but it was because of this that Wu Meiniang had a headache, but compared to Xu Jingzong, he is considered good.”

"At least he still has a county magistrate, which shows that his official career has not been cut off. This is also an opportunity given by Wu Meiniang to Di Renjie. One is to prevent him from having small thoughts, and the other is to test him. When the time is right, he will naturally recall him. After all, Di Renjie is still a rare talent, but talent does not mean that he will be reused, because Di Renjie is still too young, not smooth enough in his work, and prone to leaving pigtails, and needs more tempering. The third one is also the simplest. Make room for Wu Meiniang’s people.”

Mo Xiaoyi picked up the tea cup and took a sip without saying anything. After Lan Yuheng digested it for a while, he suddenly understood, "Brother Di is not unjust for being criticized..." Mo Xiaoyi looked at Lan Yuheng in a funny way, "Why? No injustice? It’s just a common thing in officialdom. Yuheng, you also have to adapt. It’s difficult to stand firm without experiencing some ups and downs. Only by adapting to the ups and downs can you walk on flat ground and stand firmer on the stable road. More stable, that's how officialdom is, it's better to be diplomatic than to be capable. Why do emperors of all dynasties like to kill meritorious ministers? Don't they have the ability? Yes... and there are too many capable people, so you should be more tactful and don't be impulsive. "

Mo Xiaoyi pointed at Lan Yuheng, and the meaning was self-evident, telling him not to take credit and be arrogant, let alone do anything wrong based on his favor.

"Thank you for your teaching... But dad... I want to leave the court, you see..." Lan Yuheng also expressed his true thoughts. Mo Xiaoyi drank tea quietly without saying anything, which made Lan Yuheng was even more panicked

"Yuheng... now is not the time." Mo Xiaoyi just said a few words with deep meaning, which made Lan Yuheng even more uncomfortable. Mo Xiaoyi seemed to be afraid that he wouldn't understand. "I don't care about this either." You know how to say it... You can only experience this kind of thing by yourself, but Wu Meiniang will definitely consolidate her position at this time, and someone will definitely fill the vacancy in the prime minister's position."

"Dad, you don't mean to talk about me, right?" Lan Yuheng said in horror. The prime minister of the Tang Dynasty basically never saw a good end. Mo Xiaoyi shook his head and said, "It shouldn't be... Of course, there is no absolute way. , Zi Qi has also resigned. He is more transparent than others. I guess he should be from the Wu family... Otherwise, Wu Meiniang would not be so angry because of Wei Xuanzhen. She may want to use you, but she will never It will be in the court.”

"What does dad mean?" Lan Yuheng asked puzzledly. Mo Xiaoyi smiled and said, "Now is the time when she needs you. Leaving at this time will definitely make her unhappy. Although most people can share joys and sorrows, they cannot enjoy happiness together. , You must not put forward your own ideas at this time, otherwise Wu Meiniang will definitely get angry..."

Di Renjie also said something similar to Mo Xiaoyi. It seems that he really can't mention it at this time. "Then when is the best time to mention it?" Mo Xiaoyi said with help, "It depends on you. It doesn't depend on how much ability a person has." How high his achievements are depends on whether he can succeed and retreat, and he can be a husband if he can make progress and retreat. Living is better than anything else... After all, you have a big family..."

Lan Yuheng smiled bitterly, how could he know when he could say it and when he couldn't say it? Mo Xiaoyi's intention was nothing more than to let him protect his own life wisely. Mo Xiaoyi smiled and said, "Father, I'll give you another word, people can't live too long." Being thorough and being a bit confused is also a good thing. Foolish people are blessed with stupidity.”

The corner of Lan Yuheng's mouth twitched, "Dad, why don't you just say I'm stupid?" Mo Xiaoyi stood up with a laugh and said, "Yuheng, that's not what dad meant. It's just that living too transparently makes you tired, so you can be more confused." Some people like it... Of course, you are so-so at this point..." After saying that, he patted Lan Yuheng's shoulder meaningfully, and then left.

Lan Yuheng touched his head, "Are you living in confusion? Are you not scolding Wu Meiniang? Forget it, forget it, don't think about this anymore..." At this time, he felt a pair of hands on Lan Yuheng's shoulders, and Lan Yuheng sniffed the fragrance. Qier scared your husband, didn’t he?”

"Ha...what did Yuheng say? I just saw that Uncle Mo left and you are still there. Did Uncle Mo reprimand you?" Li Shiqi asked with a smile. Lan Yuheng shook his head and said, "Dad never reprimanded me, he just asked Just asked some questions, what do you think dad said?"

"What did you say? What were you talking about?" Li Shiqi asked with a smile, and Lan Yuheng pressed her shoulder.

Lan Yuheng smiled bitterly, "Dad is pretending to say that I am stupid..." Li Shiqi's beautiful eyes thought for a moment, "My husband is stupid? Haha... It's rare to be confused, um... Is it possible to be too wise or stupid?"

Lan Yuheng raised her head and rolled her eyes at Li Shiqi, "You mean my husband's name is Dazhi, right?" Li Shiqi couldn't help laughing, "What are you talking about, my husband? Come on, don't be alone. Yu'er has already picked up the melon seeds and is waiting. is you"

Lan Yuheng:..........

As expected by Mo Xiaoyi, Wu Meiniang arranged for Wu Sansi to be the prime minister, and there was another person who surprised Lan Yuheng, and that was Wu Chengsi. This person Lan Yuheng had never even heard of. This person has always been very low-key. Xie Yu's evaluation is high. Naturally, no one has any objections to these two becoming prime ministers.

But the princes of the Li family had a huge quarrel and asked Wu Meiniang what she wanted to do and whether her surname in the world was Li or Wu! But Wu Meiniang was too lazy to respond to them. After all, the court had nothing to do with them now, which also made other princes start to get ready to take action...

"Yu Heng, I want to ask you something." Wu Meiniang leaned on the couch, lying on her side and drawing an alluring curve. Half of a huge ravine could be vaguely seen among the undulating hills... She seemed to be a little angry. Even though she was in the flower bush, she was still a little angry. Fortunately, my wife was not inferior to her, otherwise she would not have had a nosebleed...

He looked intently, "Just tell me what you have to say. Ahem..." Lan Yuheng subconsciously touched his nose, for fear of getting angry...

Wu Meiniang didn't seem to notice, "Actually, I want to make you the prime minister...but after thinking about it again, you are not suitable..."

"Oh... you can just ignore this kind of thing. I have never been interested in this kind of thing, otherwise I am afraid that we will break up... it will hurt our feelings." Lan Yuheng breathed a sigh of relief, Wu Meiniang Smiling slightly, "It seems that you have foresight. I think so too. Are you afraid of me in your heart?"

Lan Yuheng did not answer this question. Wu Meiniang continued, "It seems so... Do you feel resentful that I demoted Di Renjie?" Lan Yuheng was calm, "That's not true. How could I complain about such a thing?" , I have nothing to do with who is promoted or demoted in the court affairs, I am not that lenient..."

Wu Meiniang nodded and said, "Then do you know why I demoted him?" Lan Yuheng smiled and said, "I don't know...and I don't want to know." Although he knew it in his heart, he didn't want to say...

Wu Meiniang snorted coldly, "I don't understand. You are still very smart in many things, but why are you so clueless when it comes to court affairs?" Lan Yuheng touched her nose and said nothing.

Wu Meiniang smiled bitterly and said, "That's all...but I have to tell you one thing clearly." Lan Yuheng nodded, "Just say it."

Wu Meiniang's eyes were a little distracted, "Yuheng... If you have any resentment towards me or any dissatisfaction, you must raise it, you know? I can't control others, but you are different..." Lan Yuheng seemed surprised for a moment. "What dissatisfaction can I have with you?" He felt that Wu Meiniang's words were inexplicable...

Wu Meiniang stared at Lan Yuheng seriously. Seeing that he didn't seem to be lying, she smiled with satisfaction, "That's good... You still have the habit of living in the Marquis' Mansion. Now you are also the Duke of the country. How about you?" Will I give you a bigger residence?"

Lan Yuheng waved her hands and said, "Why should I change it? I still think the Marquis's Mansion is too big, so why bother changing the mansion to save some money and leave it to those who need it?" Wu Meiniang's beautiful eyes smiled a little, "It's also true... the mansion Wouldn’t Duke Lan’s backyard be empty now? If you think it’s small, there are many concubines suitable for it…”