[Red House] Raiders of life

On August [-]th, Jia Daishan passed away.

Accompanied by Lin Ruhai, Jia Min rushed over overnight, lay in Lin Ning's arms and wept bitterly. In the end, he felt that he could not comfort his mother, but instead let his mother comfort her. He blamed himself and looked embarrassed.Seeing that Lin Ning looked calm, and worried that she was holding on, he said: "Mother, father has already gone, and the mansion still depends on you!"

Lin Ning laughed, seeing that everyone was present, he took out the suicide note that Jia Daishan had written in advance.Jia Daishan also explained this matter before he died. Jia Zheng didn't understand these things, so there was nothing wrong with it.Jia Amnesty felt a little heartbroken about the lost money, but Jia Daishan's death was here, so he couldn't object.Only Lin Ruhai's expression moved, he opened his mouth, but he didn't say anything, and handed over the suicide note to Lin Ning.

"The excerpt of She'er's succession to the lord, the master played it a few days ago. I think the imperial decree will arrive after the master's funeral is over." Lin Ning looked at Jia She, "you will be the grand master of this mansion from now on. Now, I'll leave it to you to handle this matter. I've also counted all the money in the treasury, and you will go to the account department yourself tomorrow."

In front of the title, Jia Amnesty didn't care about the money anymore, he was happy in his heart, but fortunately he knew that he couldn't show it, so he accepted it lightly.

Lin Ning waved them back, but left Jia Min and Lin Ruhai behind.

Lin Ruhai naturally understood that Lin Ning did this on purpose, "What orders does mother-in-law have? My uncle has never entered the court, so I'm afraid I don't know much about the situation in the household department. Why don't I accompany my uncle tomorrow? The Lin family also owes some money."

Lin Ning didn't say yes or no, he just asked, "I'm afraid you already guessed it?"

Lin Ruhai was shocked, his eyes flickered slightly, but he didn't refute.A few days ago, Jia Daishan specially invited him out for a drink, talking about Jia Hu's intelligence.The Jia family is the family of generals, and they have no connections in the literary world, and it is difficult to find a suitable teacher.What Jia Daishan meant was that he wanted to invite Lin Ruhai to join him.

This request was normal at first, but Jia Daishan's words were filled with sadness, revealing the meaning of asking Lin Ruhai to take care of Jia's family if he was not around.Although the Lin family is an aristocratic family, but in his generation, the number of people has withered, and he is only a sixth-rank Hanlin.In particular, Jia Daishan was still in good health, which made him feel very strange.

Think about the situation in North Korea and China, and Jia Daishan suddenly fell ill...

Lin Ruhai had to think about all this.

Lin Ning sighed, "Once the money is returned, there must be a storm in the court. I don't know how you plan for the future. However, although the Imperial Academy is expensive, it is only a springboard after all. It must be released to the outside world." Yes. But if you can gain some experience in the Six Departments before being released, you can be promoted smoothly when you are released back to Beijing. However, the Household Department has accumulated too many disadvantages for a long time, and there are many families. Today, the Holy Spirit is plagued by many diseases, but I encourage you to support it. I don't know..."

I don't know how many days there are, but I can't say this.

"At this time, even if he has the heart, he may be powerless. An Wang is benevolent, but sometimes he is too benevolent and easy to soften his heart. After all, the means are not enough."

Lin Ruhai continued: "King An has his own view of the overall situation, but he also has gaps in his chest."

Lin Ning nodded, "Yes! It's a pity that the aristocratic family is so powerful, and Wang An's new appointment may not be able to win all of them in one fell swoop. Besides, Wang An needs some time to hone his skills after all."

Therefore, it is not a good time to climb up through the household affairs.When she was the old lady Lin, King An had been on the throne for two or three years, and she was gradually getting more comfortable with the court.Moreover, in those two years, there were many famines in various places, and the bankers in the household department became more and more nervous. They also mentioned the matter of repaying the money several times, but they were hindered by the interests of the aristocratic family.The addition of such items chilled King An's heart and strengthened his will.But now...

At this time, Lin Ruhai plunged into it, but the matter of the household department owed money may not be settled. Lin Ruhai did something and offended people for nothing, but he might not get credit for it.But it's not nothing, it will probably make King An remember him, and he will most likely be used again when he makes up his mind to make another move in the future.But one or two years during this period is enough for the family to take action against Lin Ruhai.Lin Ruhai's foundation is not stable now, and he may not be able to resist it.

Lin Ruhai frowned, "Thank you mother-in-law for your reminder, my son-in-law understands."

Lin Ning shook his head with a smile, Lin Ruhai might not understand these principles with his aptitude, otherwise he would not be able to achieve that position in the future.When he just said that he wanted to go to the Ministry of Household Affairs with Jia She, he was probably thinking half of it for a gamble, and half of it was because he really wanted to help out because of the relationship between the two families.Lin Ning said it himself, because he didn't want him to take the risk.Although he is an in-law, he doesn't have to take this risk.

Now that it's been said, if he still insists, then it's a gamble after he simply weighed his own pros and cons, not because of the Jia family.

The atmosphere was a bit heavy for a while, Jia Min pulled Lin Ning and said, "What kind of charades are the mother and husband playing?"

Jia Min listened, feeling very upset.She became a monk for two years and grew up beside Jia Daishan. Later, she married into the Lin family and had a close relationship with Lin Ruhai, and they would also talk about things in the court. Hearing this, she secretly thought whether her father's death was unusual, and pulled Lin Ruhai. Ning's hands trembled unavoidably.

Lin Ning patted lightly, but didn't say much.

The next day, Jia Amnesty went to the Ministry of Household Affairs. Within half a day, the story was already known in the streets.

On the third day, the emperor praised Jia Daishan for his loyalty to the emperor and patriotism at the court meeting, and named him the general of Zhenguo, posthumously titled "Zhongwu", and asked An Wang to come to express his condolences.This is an honor that Jia Daishan has never received in the previous few times in the world.Sure enough, playing the emotional card when dying is the most effective.When the dead are in front of the living, the shortcomings will be weakened one by one, and the advantages will be highlighted one by one.

In particular, Jia Daishan used to study with Jinshang in his early years and practice martial arts with Jinshang.There is a lot of teenage camaraderie in the early days.Besides, Jia Daishan had nothing to offend Jinshang except for his outstanding military exploits.And this great military exploits disappeared with Jia Daishan's death.

So, everyone once again lamented the glory of the Jia family.Lin Ning ordered people to find eminent monks to do the water and land dojo on July 49th.

The day after Jia Daishan's burial, another order came from the palace.

Granting Jia amnesty to attack the noble, although it is still a demotion, it is not a first-class general, but a marquis who is second only to the Duke of the state, and he is titled Yiyong.These two characters probably also came from Jia Daishan.In addition, a fourth-rank casual cavalry general was added, which was different from the regular cavalry servants who accompanied the emperor. He was just vacant and not on duty.

Jia Zhengde was named the head of the ancestral hall of the Ministry of Rites for the fourth grade.The ancestral hall is only in charge of the ritual system and sacrifices. Everything has rules to follow.He is not the only one in charge.On the surface, he has more face than that foreign worker from the Ministry of Industry, and is more suitable for Jia Zheng.People in this position, if they don't seek to be promoted, can do things well without any problems.

Moreover, from the fourth rank, it is not low.

Lin Ning had to sigh, Jia Daishan's private letter was well written, and the 100 million taels was worth it.

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"The uncle is back!"

As soon as Shan Shan finished speaking, he saw Jia Hu coming in from the outside. Jia Lian raised his face and immediately left Jia Qiong and Jia Zhu slid down from the couch, ran over and crashed into Jia Hu's arms, "Brother!"

There was a smile in Jia Hu's eyes, and she wanted to pick him up, but found that he was much heavier now, and she couldn't hold him anymore after a while, it was very difficult, and the girl on the side was trembling, and surrounded the two of them, afraid of him Jia Lian fell.

Jia Hu was angry and laughed, he was so ignorant, he put Jia Lian down resentfully, Jia Zhu and Jia Qiong also came to see him.While calling "big brother", while calling "second brother, big sister".

Now that Jia Qiong and Jia Lian are still young, they don't pay much attention to the saying that men and women sit at different seats at seven years old.All four of them grew up beside Lin Ning, and they have a close relationship.Because Jia pardoned Jia Zheng and never separated the family, the heirs of the two houses lined up together.Only Jia Qiong is a woman, called a big girl.

Jia Hu took Jia Lian's hand, "What did you do today?"

"Played backgammon and cuju with my eldest sister, and my second brother also taught me Tang poetry, and I learned two big characters."

The last two sentences raised their voices, showing off, and looked up at Jia Zhu with a bright little face.Obviously wanting him to authenticate, Jia Zhu laughed, but still said: "It is true. Lian'er is very hardworking and well-behaved today."

Jia Lian smiled even more happily, tugging at the corner of Jia Hu's clothes, her face full of anticipation.Jia Hu pursed her lips, "Excellent performance, I will ask Nian Xia to bring you the small wooden boat in my room later."

Although the small wooden boat was a toy, it was exquisitely crafted, and Jia Lian had liked it for a long time.Jia Hu knew it well, so he took this and made many demands to guide him to study and improve.Now that he finally succeeded, Jia Lian clapped his hands and jumped up.On the contrary, both Jia Hu and Jia Zhu laughed softly.Even Jia Qiong pursed his lips and snickered.

When Lin Ning came in, the four children fell silent, and the elder and younger greeted her in order.Lin Ning pulled Jia Hu over and tried to get someone to fetch the ice bowl.

On a hot day, kids love this.Jia Lian's eyes lit up, and he licked his mouth, almost drooling.Jia Qiong sat next to Lin Ning and joked, "It's strange that everyone says that grandparents love grandchildren, which is true. We have been here for a long time and haven't seen grandma bring this kind of food, but elder brother will have it when he comes. Grandmother is biased."

The words are coquettish and cheerful, and although the words are jealous, there is no sense of injustice at all.Jia Zhu gave her a sideways look, "I don't know who was greedy for cold food and had a stomachache all day long. It also made us have no food, so I'm ashamed to say it now!"

Jia Qiong was robbed of Bai by Jia Zhu, and pulled Lin Ning to act like a baby, "Grandmother! Second brother bullied me!"

Lin Ning laughed and didn't help anyone.The two argued for a few words, and in the end Jia Zhu bowed his head and apologized to Jia Qiong, and Jia Qiong let it go.

In a blink of an eye, the ice bowl came on Shan Shan, but Jia Lian and Jia Qiong only had half a bowl, both of them looked dissatisfied, and they were about to explode, when Jia Hu stared at them, they dared not speak at once, and picked up the bowl sullenly Eat, something is better than nothing.

After they finished eating, Jia Qiong was a little tired after playing all day. She was a woman, and although she was half a year older than Jia Lian, she was not as energetic. Jia Zhu led her down to rest.Only then did Jia Hu talk about the Lin family.

Today's Yanshan Academy is far from being as famous as it will be a few years later, and the quality and severity of teaching are also incomparable.Therefore, four years ago, because of Jia Daishan's words, Lin Ruhai finally accepted Jia Hu as a disciple.It's just that he has an official position, so it's impossible for him to teach like an ordinary master.Jia Hu still went to the academy to study every day, and only went back to Lin's residence every five days, and got Lin Ruhai's advice.

At that time, Jia Zhu was still young and had never entered school. Lin Ruhai accepted Jia Hu as his student because of his relatives. He was not a teacher who taught people to study, and he himself was not idle.Lin Ning didn't send Jia Zhu over to make a fuss.Later, when Jia Zhu was old enough to start school, Lin Ruhai mentioned this incident.But at that time he was promoted and gradually gained the appreciation of the emperor, so he became busy and taught Jia Hu a lot of effort.Lin Ning refused.Fortunately, Jia Zhu is a sensible person, and she didn't feel that she was treated differently.

After all, with Lin Ning's subtle teachings over the years, he knew in his heart that Jia Hu was the great-grandson, and he was different from his eldest son.In contrast, Jia Hu's burden was heavier.

"Uncle said that he is going south to take a foreign post and can no longer teach me. He recommended me to Mr. Zhao Zihuan. Mr. Zhao was also a Jinshi in his early years, but he was not suitable for officialdom. He is dedicated to learning and likes to teach and educate people. Uncle and him had studied together and had a close friendship. He proposed to let him go to Yanshan Academy. Mr. Zhao agreed. Uncle said that he would take me to visit Mr. Zhao in two days. The second brother will also go. We are both here now Studying at Yanshan Academy will be convenient for Mr. Zhao in the future."

Lin Ning was stunned for a while when he heard the words, but then he remembered that this Mr. Zhao was Dean Zhao who supported Yanshan Academy with one hand.Later fame can be described as extraordinary.It would be very fortunate for Jia Hu and Jia Zhu to worship under him.

"My aunt originally thought about celebrating Brother Jin's first birthday in Beijing, but now that the emperor's imperial decree has been issued, they may have to leave soon, and Brother Jin's first birthday may be on the way. Auntie thought why not A few days in advance, there is no need to make a big deal, just invite acquaintances to go over."

Lin Ning nodded.This Lin Jin is not that Lin Jin.Although they have the same name, they are one year older than Lin Jin in Mrs. Lin's life.It was the child that Jia Min lost earlier.It's just that Lin Ning was there, so he reminded Jia Min in advance that the housekeeper who had a different heart had already dealt with it, and the child did not have any accidents.It's just a pity that the old lady Lin in this life is so poor that she left without seeing her grandson born.Fortunately, a brother was born, and one of her wishes was finally fulfilled.

Lin Ning agreed one by one and said, "Take your brother to see your mother."

After giving birth to Jia Lian, Mrs. Zhang had lochia. She searched for doctors and medicines, and with Lin Ning's spring water, it took three months to heal, but her body collapsed. She often took medicine bowls for three meals a day. It's more serious.

Speaking of this, Jia Hu's face became even more sad, and he obediently led Jia Lian out.Lin Ning called Shan Shan in and talked about Jia Zhu's move.Jia Hu had already moved to the outer courtyard two years earlier, and Jia Zhu was about to turn eight years old, so it was time to move.

"Everything has been arranged in the outer courtyard."

Shan Shan smiled and said: "The old lady ordered, how dare the people below be careless? The old lady herself said that when the children grow up, they should let them fly by themselves. Boys' families cannot be kept in a deep house. Don't worry. It was the same when the uncle moved in. But isn't it good for the wife to see now? The uncle always comes to greet the old lady every day and talk with the old lady. Now the second grandfather is moving to Huai Suyuan , the Linhe Courtyard with the uncle is opposite to the door, and the uncle is looking after him!"

Lin Ning nodded, but didn't say any more.Coral made a few more jokes with her, and seeing that Lin Ning was not in high spirits, she advised Lin Ning if he needed to take a rest.Lin Ning also had the same intention, but before she entered the inner room, she heard a report from outside: "Master has tied up Aunt Bai, Master Hou knew about it, and now he is furious, threatening to bring family law against him !"

Lin Ning was startled, stood up suddenly and went to Rongxi Hall!

Ever since Jia She took over the title, Lin Ning picked a day to move out, and Jia She lived in the Rongxi Hall.The plaque on the gate has also been changed.The name of the mansion was changed, because Jia She is now the Marquis of Yiyong, so he called him Marquis.Jia Zheng is still the second master.

Inside Rongxi Hall, it was bustling.

Jia Hu knelt in the courtyard, the sun was scorching the earth.Jia Hu's clothes stick to his back, and his body is covered with sweat.His face was disappointed and sad, and a little bit angry.

On the other side of the corridor, Jia Amnesty was sitting on a rattan chair, and Aunt Bai was kneeling on one side, crying like pear blossoms and raining, I felt pity for it.

"Your Majesty is clear, I don't know where I offended my lord. That's it... Even if my servant really did something wrong, this servant belongs to Lord Hou and should be dealt with by Lord Hou. My servant... my lord suddenly Let the mother-in-law tie up the maidservant when she had a seizure, and let the servants see it, but why... The slaveserve has been with Lord Hou for so long, and has never been wronged like this."

Aunt Bai has an exquisite appearance, especially a good figure, and she is very fond of Jia She these days, and Jia She loves her so much.After crying, Jia She's heart softened, especially the sentence "The slaves belong to Lord Hou and should be dealt with by Lord Hou", which made Jia She even more angry.There is no reason for a son to reach into his father's room and tie up his father and aunt!

Seeing this scene, Aunt Bai knelt down and took two steps slightly, getting close to Jia She very delicately. The two mountain peaks on her chest rubbed against Jia She's legs.

"Master Hou wants to make the decision for me!"

Jia Hu frowned.Already frightened by the scene, Jia Lian, who was kneeling in the arms of the nurse tremblingly, suddenly jumped out, trotted two steps forward and kicked Aunt Bai, pointing at her and yelling, "You lied." !"

Jia She was furious, it was always like this in front of him, how could he pay attention to him as a father, and seeing Aunt Bai holding the kicked chest was very endearing, just like Xizi holding her belly and a beauty weeping.Jia She stretched out his hand and slapped Jia Lian. Jia Hu was startled, seeing that the situation was not good, he ran up ahead of Jia She to protect Jia Lian behind him, and the slap landed on his own face, hitting him hard. Jia Hu staggered, and in an instant, the five finger prints turned red.

Jia She was taken aback for a moment, although he said that he really wanted to move the family law, but he was just talking about it, and he still valued the eldest son more in his heart.Now I called the wrong person and stayed for a while.Then he felt that it was just a slap, and he was his father, so he couldn't beat him.

Lin Ning yelled, "What are you doing!"

His voice was stern, and he was furious.Everyone was shocked.Even Jia Amnesty felt a little guilty.A few years ago, Jia Shishi favored the second wife, and he was not angry.But in the hands of Lin Ning for the past few years, it should be his, not a single cent is missing.It is also reasonable to take care of the second room.It made him speechless.Moreover, in these years, Lin Ning has a wide range of diplomatic friends and has made good friends with many wives and wives.Although he occupies the title of Lord Marquis, Lin Ning is almost the supporter of this family.Lin Ning has also warned him again and again that he likes women, as long as they are not robbed or forced, let him go, but he is absolutely not allowed to spoil his concubine and destroy his wife.

Jia She thought that he was only afraid of Jia Daishan in his life, and after Jia Daishan died, he was at ease.But after Lin Ning secretly punished him twice and made him unable to say anything wrong, he never dared to fall into Lin Ning's hands again.

Jia She was worried, but Jia Lian had already waved away the protection of the nanny and Jia Hu, and ran over to hug Lin Ning, crying as soon as she fell into her arms, pointing to Aunt Bai while crying, "Grandmother, it's not the fault of big brother." It was she who scolded me first! Grandma, she scolded me as an unlucky person, and she also called my mother, who was about to die, and she will be Mrs. Hou Ye from now on. "

Jia She turned to look at Aunt Bai. Aunt Bai's complexion was pale, and she hurriedly said: "Your Majesty, this servant will never dare to say such a thing. Slave, this servant knows her own status, even if she is favored by the Marquis Absolutely can't be the wife of the house. How can I say such inappropriate words. Lord Hou!"

These words make sense.Speaking of which, Aunt Bai is really a white lotus.Even the drama of entering Jia's mansion is so white.She sold herself on the street to bury her father, and was bought back by Jia Amnesty for 20 taels of silver.

In Lin Ning's eyes, [-]% of those who sell their bodies to bury their fathers are thinking of making money.But because Jia's family has nothing to covet now, it's just a woman.Jia Amnesty was absurd in the first place, if he didn't have this, he would also have that, and he couldn't stop it, so he just let him go.

Jia Lian cried even louder, and only shouted: "She lied, she lied!"

Lin Ning hurriedly picked him up to comfort him, and then asked the reason carefully.Because he was only four years old, he couldn't fully explain the cause and effect, so he had to look at Jia Hu again.Jia Hu lowered his head and gritted his teeth without speaking.

With a flash in his eyes, Lin Ning hurriedly sent away all the people in the yard, leaving only Shan Shan, and carried Jia Lian into the house himself.Jia Shen's Aunt Bai bravely followed in, Jia Hu stood up and went in, saying: "My third brother and I came here to pay respects to our mother. But on the way, we ran into Aunt Bai, who was visiting the garden with Aunt Zhao. The two talked and laughed. They said... that the third brother was unlucky. My younger brother was only a few days old when my grandfather became ill and then passed away. Even my mother is still not well, I don't know...I don't know how many more days to live."

At this point, Jia Hu's eyes turned slightly red.

Aunt Bai hurriedly retorted: "No! Master Hou, this servant has never said such a thing. This servant..."

"I didn't say anything, call Aunt Zhao over to confront her face to face!" Lin Ning snorted coldly, but felt even more depressed.There is no aunt named Zhao in Jia Amnesty's room, but Jia Zheng has Aunt Zhao next to her, who is pretty.Especially the second room has no hostess now, and Aunt Zhou slipped through the fetus in the early years, and her body has lost her body, and her color has also faded.Now Jia Zheng is surrounded by Aunt Zhao's family.

Aunt Bai's face turned pale, she bit her lips and said, "This, these are what Xiao Zhao said."

Jia Hu snorted coldly, and continued: "Maybe Aunt Bai forgot, although you didn't say these things, but you said, this is good. When mother dies, you will naturally have a way to coax father to let you be the hostess."

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Lin Ning threw a cup of tea directly on Aunt Bai's head!