Wei Changying looked at his brothers and sisters.
The elder brother, Wen Zhiqi, is thirteen years old, and the younger sister, Wen Yulan, is eleven years old. The two siblings don't look much alike, so they probably took after their parents. But her facial features are pretty straight--Wen Yulan is more comely.
It seemed that the younger sister was more courageous. After she bowed, she curiously looked at the surrounding furnishings. Judging from her expression, she must have never been to a gentry back hall like Ming Peitang.
But this is not surprising. Wen Yaozi's current territory is around Panzhou and Jinzhou, and there are no big families. Not to mention the ancestral hall of the Shen family in Xiliang. How many generations has it been run? Every plant and tree is imbued with the noble family's bearing. How can ordinary nobles compare
As for Wen Zhi Qida, he was restrained from the moment he walked in. After he was invited to sit down by Wei Zhang Ying with a smile, he sat there in a polite manner, silent like a shy little girl.
Shen Shujing and his sisters looked at him a few more times and saw that the boy's neck was actually red.
Seeing this, Shen Shujing, Ji Yiren, and Shen Shuxi all covered their mouths and smiled.
But when Wei Changying looked at them, he found that Shen Shuyan, who had been reluctantly invited, was still sitting there indifferently, looking neither sad nor happy, as if everything had nothing to do with her.
"Mr. Wen and Miss Wen will stay at our house for a few days. Now that you have gotten to know each other, you should get closer to each other in the future." It seems that the grinding of things will continue, Wei Changying thought to himself, and looked away. He spoke with a smile. Introduce both parties.
... Wen Yaozi was determined to seize this opportunity and suppress the Shen family.
He even asked Liu Rong to send over his two children.
According to Wei Zhangying's knowledge, although Wen Yaozi took in several concubines one after another after the uprising, he still only has four sons and one daughter born to his original wife Qiu.
Their eldest son died trying to save him three years ago, and their second son also died in battle last year. In other words, now I only have two sons and one daughter, but now I have sent my youngest son and my only daughter as hostages in order to gain the reputation of not sacrificing my own flesh and blood in order to drive away the barbarians...
When Wei Changying learned about the arrival of Wen Zhiqi and Wen Yulan, the complexity in his heart was difficult to describe in words.
With such determination and ruthlessness, she didn't know how Qiu, the mother of Wen Zhiqi and Wen Yulan, was feeling at the moment.
But if one day Shen Zangfeng wanted to do something similar, she would stop him at all costs. Even if the two of them break up, even if they risk their lives!
In order to seize the world, she does not care about using many means. Hypocrisy, fraud, betrayal, murder... Didn't she regret not killing Mo Binwei when she had the chance? But what grudge does Mo Binwei have against her? However, Wei Changying didn't feel any guilt in killing him - but his children were different.
To put it bluntly, even if the Great Wei River Mountain offered her immortality, she would not take it.
… After Wei Changying found out about the two brothers and sisters, he refused to keep them at all.
Don't ask Shen Zangfeng and the others about this kind of thing. Since Wen Yaozi was willing to send them over as hostages without even saying hello, he was obviously prepared to sacrifice them at the critical moment.
So this so-called hostage has no meaning at all.
Not to mention that before the two sides fell out, the Shen family's family was unable to do anything to make the two little brothers and sisters do anything. She must be well-fed and well-fed, but Wen Yaozi only gave some symbolic gifts as alimony... This is already a loss-making business.
Besides, now that the Rong people have invaded the Central Plains through the desert, the Shen family has a terrible reputation.
If these two brothers and sisters stay in the Shen family, it doesn't matter whether people in the world believe that Mo Ye is Shen Shu Mo or not. The Shen family is not willing to send troops to fight for nothing. King Yong persuaded the Shen family after hearing that Yaozi sent his biological children to Xiliang as hostages. His name has been settled.
Wen Yaozi thought well. If he gave up a son and a daughter, he could win over the Shen family and win the hearts of the people
Do you really think that everyone in the Shen family has lost their minds
Therefore, Wei Changying insisted on only admitting that Wen Zhiqi and Wen Yulan were visiting Xiliang along the way.
When Shen Shujing leaves the cabinet, they will also return to Wen Yaozi together.
Liu Rong made excuses several times to get her to stay, but Wei Changying refused unceremoniously. In the end, he had to settle for the next best thing, saying that Wen Yaozi had admired the Shen family tradition for a long time and hoped to take advantage of this opportunity. This is an opportunity for the Wen Zhiqi brothers and sisters to have a look.
What he meant was that he wanted the Wen Zhiqi brothers and sisters to live in the back hall.
Regarding this, Wei Changying agreed after thinking about it.
First of all, since it is known that the Qi brothers and sisters will go back in a few days, no one even if they have lived in Mingpeitang can say that they are taking hostages during this trip. In this case, Wei Changying felt that there was no need to lose etiquette; secondly, the brother and sister were not very old, and even though they did not know much, they could always make some remarks.
So after the two parties reached an agreement, Wen Zhiqi and Wen Yulan met with Wei Zhangying and Shen Cangji in the front hall, and then she took them to the back hall and called everyone to get to know them.
At this time, the identities of the two brothers and sisters are not important to the Shen family, and they are not to be underestimated if they are not important.
Wei Changying did not disturb the pregnant Huo Qingling and Xijing's Shen Zangzhu, but called all the juniors over.
Among them, Shen Shuyan didn't want to come at first, but Wei Changying insisted on her coming. This niece became more and more taciturn, which was not a good sign. She had previously asked Shen Shuyan to teach several little maids how to read. She had specially selected a group of little girls who were not afraid of strangers and loved to joke, intending to bring Shen Shuyan back to her cheerful state.
As a result, Shen Shuyan slapped the little maids who talked to her the most. Now those little maids see her like a mouse sees a cat...
So now whenever there is such a crowded occasion, Wei Changying must ask Shen Shuyan to attend.
So when they met, Shen Shujing and others all smiled and greeted the Wen brothers and sisters after her introduction, but Shen Shuyan still sat there indifferently. Wei Changying frowned slightly and brought the topic to her: "Miss Wen likes to read? That's a coincidence. This is my fourth niece, whose maiden name is Shu Yan. It's not that my family is boasting about my family, this child was She is only three years old, but she is recognized as a talented girl in the imperial capital. She taught most of her younger brothers and sisters' homework! Let's take Shu Xi at the bottom, but this child has learned this from the beginning. The children are at home, so our family doesn’t need to invite the husband into the back hall!”
Sure enough, Wen Yulan's eyes lit up, and she said in awe: "I come from a poor family, and what I envy most are people who are knowledgeable and courteous! Miss Shen Si is so talented, please don't hesitate to teach her in the future!"
Shen Shuyan was too lazy to pay attention to her, but when her aunt looked at her with a half-smile, she didn't dare to pretend she didn't hear her. She didn't even look at Wen Yulan at this moment, and said calmly: "Auntie is just complimenting me, don't take it seriously."
Seeing this, Wei Changying, Shen Shujing and others frowned slightly. This attitude was too perfunctory...
But what they don't know is that Wen Yulan has a frank and enthusiastic temperament, especially her respect for knowledgeable people, which has long been blind. Shen Shuyan was forced by her aunt to deal with her, but Wei Xinyong was clearly chasing people away back then!
It can be heard that Yu Lan is able to resist his various methods of chasing people away, and runs to him with his best things seven or eight times a day to please him!
Therefore, Shen Shuyan's attitude is not a problem at all in Wen Yulan's eyes!
"Educated young ladies from rich families are different. Their demeanor is so noble!" Wen Yulan praised in her heart - this is not an unreasonable boast. Shen Shuyan's etiquette and knowledge are indeed impeccable. After all, Duanmu Yan Yu had a background in strict training, and the aunts who later raised her all came from wealthy families.
But to be honest, due to her age and temperament, she is actually not as grand as Shen Shujing in terms of style.
However, in Wen Yulan's eyes, his demeanor and temperament cannot be compared with the word "knowledge".
Shen Shuyan was highlighted as a talented woman by Wei Changying. She just felt that she was more beautiful than all the other ladies in the Shen family.
Now she is praising from the bottom of her heart: "Miss Shen Si is so talented and yet so humble. Strangely, my father often said that there are six clans in the world, crouching tigers, hidden dragons, which is beyond the imagination of ordinary people!"
It's obvious that she really thinks so, and she's not being sarcastic or sarcastic. Wei Changying and others were a little speechless... After thinking about it, Wei Changying showed a sly smile: "Since Miss Wen likes Shu Yan, why not do this? During this period, you will live in the same courtyard?"
"Third Aunt!" Seeing that Yu Lan was about to nod happily after hearing this, Shen Shuyan's face changed slightly and said, "Third Aunt, have you forgotten? My yard is very small. Miss Wen is a distinguished guest in our family, how can she Let her suffer such injustice?"
As soon as she finished speaking, her sleeve was pulled by the eldest sister Shen Shujing - before the guest could answer, the host refused first, which was too rude.
What's more, Shen Shuyan's words seemed to be accusing Wei Changying of deliberately neglecting the Wen brothers and sisters.
If this was a normal time and no outsiders were around, Wei Changying wouldn't be able to tolerate him. But now that the Wen brothers and sisters are right in front of them, isn't this an obvious attempt to cause trouble
As expected, Wei Changying's face darkened and he scolded: "Who said you let Miss Wen live in your yard? We have too many rooms in Mingpeitang. I have already ordered people to clean up two spacious and bright apartments. It’s warm and warm. You can pack up and move there then!”
She was annoyed with Shen Shuyan for showing off her temper regardless of the occasion, so her tone became more serious now. After saying that, he didn't look at Shen Shuyan's clenched lips, and changed her smile to the Wen brothers and sisters: "You can go check out the place later. If you don't like it, you can change it later. Don't be polite!"
"Madam must have prepared well." Wen Zhiqi blushed and said nothing, but nodded vigorously. Wen Yulan said sweetly, "Besides, being with Miss Shen Si will fill the courtyard with books, so why not Can you not like it?"
Wei Changying thought that although this little girl was the daughter of Wen Yaozi, she was a very lovable child, so he smiled and took off a bracelet: "We meet for the first time today. According to the rules, I am the elder. I have to express my feelings. This bracelet was worn by my mother-in-law. You will be able to use it in two years, and the water will match your skin. "
He also asked someone to get a jade pendant for Wen Zhiqi, "My eldest son wears a similar one. This unicorn pattern, after all, the boy's family is full of spirit and good intentions!"
The Wen brothers and sisters didn't seem to know that they would receive a gift on their first day, and it was a jade bracelet and a jade pendant. According to them, it was a very expensive gift. Even Wen Yulan, who seemed very generous before, stammered for a long time and did not dare to ask for it.
In the end, Shen Shuyan felt that she couldn't bear to spend time here watching them refuse, so she said: "'Given by elders, dare not refuse', haven't you read this sentence?"
... After the Wen family brothers and sisters, who had received the gifts in panic, went out, they whispered while the servants of the Shen family who were leading the way were not paying attention: "Fourth Miss Shen is really like everyone, she can quote allusions casually."
"You put the things away, they are worth a lot of money. If they are damaged, my mother will not expose you when you come back?" Wen Zhiqi's thoughts were all on the jade pendant in his arms. He was born in a poor family. In the past two years, Wen Yaozi's situation has improved, but his ambitions have also grown. He is so focused on looking forward to the world that he naturally has neither the inclination nor the ability to be extravagant.
He is not extravagant, and Qiu is used to living a hard life with him, and cannot be extravagant.
What's more, according to Qiu's idea, what is the purpose of a child wearing so many valuable things? Losing one by accident will only make you angry in vain! So I heard that Qi, the son of King Yong, could only eat meat every day and wear silk and satin. He was like a child from a wealthy family who made small gold, pearls and jade. He had no part in it...
This jade pendant was the first precious thing in his life. (To be continued)