I couldn't refuse, so I had to agree.
The woman knew very well that she couldn't afford the price of refusal.
Since that day, she clearly felt that the attitude of this distant aunt towards her had changed. She was still virtuous, generous, knowledgeable and interesting in front of Qiu Cheng, but her address to her became an extremely ironic "sister", and even Qiu Cheng's subordinates knew about this.
In addition to being labeled "the lord's strategist", she was also labeled "the lord's woman" and "the lord's concubine". Even her normal advice was suspected of being "pillow talk". Others always looked at her with vague scrutiny, contempt and suspicion.
Colleagues were reluctant to have much contact or communication with her.
Because she is the lord's woman.
No matter how well she does things, she will still be questioned.
Because she is the lord's woman.
Give her face in front of others, but roll your eyes behind her back.
She had heard colleagues complain privately.
It doesn't matter how the master pampers his concubine in private, but how can he let her do such an important job...
Alas, it has always been difficult to resist beauty...
As the "lord's woman", they were particularly respectful to Qiu Cheng's wife, never disrespectful in their words and deeds, and repeatedly praised her for her virtue and courage, because she had the courage to follow Qiu Cheng to the battlefield. When Qiu Cheng fought on the front line, she took care of the rear.
He spared no effort and led people to prepare dry food for the soldiers.
If any soldier was injured, she would immediately arrange for a doctor.
In everyone's mind, she was a role model of a good wife who could share the joys and sorrows with her. If Qiu Cheng ever doted on a concubine, such as her, some officials who were not happy with her would come out and say something to Qiu Cheng, asking him not to indulge in beauty, because favoring a concubine over his wife was the source of chaos in the family!
What's more, this concubine has evil intentions.
Everyone knew that she was a poor orphan who came to seek refuge with the wife of the first wife after her family was in trouble. The wife of the first wife took her in because of the relationship between the distant relatives. But how did she repay her? She climbed onto the bed of her distant uncle before she even had time to sit down...
Women have a hard time expressing their grievances about these voices.
But she couldn't explain or refute it.
He became increasingly silent and spoke less.
If she hadn't been supported by the thought of revenge for her family, she would have wanted to tear her face off. Seeing the couple talking harmoniously in front of her, she simply used two chopsticks and stood up to say goodbye. Unexpectedly, Qiu Cheng's wife raised her hand to stop her: "Where are you going, sister?"
The woman said, "I'm tired."
The other party laughed and said, "I came at the wrong time."
The woman pursed her lips slightly, her eyes showing displeasure.
Qiu Cheng spoke up to ease the situation and said, "We need to reorganize the troops and prepare to attack Beishang County in the next two days. Shu Niang is tired from the planning these days. Go back to the tent and rest early. The battlefield is not like home. I don't need anyone to serve me here."
The woman bowed and stepped back.
He raised his hand and opened the tent curtain, walking quickly.
"My sister seems unhappy, but is it because the master has made her unhappy?" Retracting his gaze, his wife served Qiu Cheng and continued to eat.
Qiu Cheng pretended to be stupid for once.
He said: "Maybe the harvest was not as good as expected."
She had previously made a harvest budget for Nanyu County, and that data was one of the factors that made Qiu Cheng decide to take action.
However, the result was not as expected.
Although the granary they robbed was full of fresh grain, it was far different from the number given by the woman, only 20%.
Either the woman's ability is limited or she makes a wrong estimate.
Or maybe Longwu has other preparations.
But judging from the harvests in previous years in Nanyu County and the reaction of Nanyu County this time, the possibility of the latter is almost zero, and the former is more likely. Qiu Cheng said: "...Shun Niang was just criticized a few times. She is young and hot-tempered, so she will naturally feel indignant..."
He added: "It's normal for children to vent their anger."
The first wife sighed, "My dear, please bear with me. I used to stay at home, so needlework and embroidery are no problem for me, but I don't have much experience in sharing your worries like a counselor or a retainer... My dear, please give her more opportunities to gain experience, and I will feel at ease."
Qiu Cheng: "We are a family, this is natural."
He simply ignored the conflict between the two women.
As long as it doesn't affect you, it's fine.
Furthermore, with the madam's virtue, generosity and sensibility, and Shuniang's prudence and discretion, the two of them would not have a quarrel.
He smiled as if nothing had happened: "Madam, serve me another bowl. The porridge made from the newly harvested millet is so delicious."
Beishang County, granary No. 1.
Truckloads of heavy objects were brought in.
There were deep wheel marks on the ground.
Lu Jigang had just finished patrolling and returned to the tent to rest: "… I'm so tired, move your feet and let me sit for a while."
Zhao Wei didn't start work until late at night.
He is currently resting in the tent with his eyes closed.
She woke up when Lu Ji came in and raised her foot to stop him.
"Zhi Zong, don't take off your boots..."
Sitting down, Lu Ji put his right foot on his left leg and was about to take off his boots. He paused and said, "It's uncomfortable to wear."
"I feel uncomfortable if you take them off." The military camp is different from other places. A pair of feet are covered in boots without seeing the sun for as short as seven or eight hours, or as long as three or five days. If it is just patrol duty, it is fine, but if it is also training and martial arts, the pain is even worse.
The two men were in a stalemate for a while, and Lu Ji had to give up.
He lay down in his boots and only half his armor.
Zhao Wei: "How's the situation with Captain Bai?"
Lu Ji opened his hands, placed them on both sides of his head and gestured upwards: "What else can I do? I'm literally furious!"
Bai Su didn't expect that Nanyu County would suffer such a huge loss.
She felt even more uncomfortable because the government had not yet imposed any punishment.
There was a feeling of anger in my heart.
He swore to kill all of Qiu Cheng's soldiers.
He volunteered to lead his troops to Beishang County to wait for the opportunity.
She was in a bad mood these days, and she was full of murderous aura. Whoever she stared at felt a chill on his neck. Even Lu Ji, who had followed Bai Su for many years, was a little overwhelmed. The amount of training was twice as much as usual! The key was that the mental pressure was too great.
Lu Ji complained: "I just hope the bandits come soon so that we can have a good fight and let the captain vent his anger. We have been holding it in all day long, and it is really hard for us poor minions..."
Zhao Wei nodded in agreement.
She yawned and said, "Tsk, it's getting late. I'll take a rest and recuperate. I have to go on duty later."
Lu Ji also picked up the quilt and said, "Go to sleep."
Soon, a light snoring sound was heard in the tent.
This gloomy and solemn atmosphere before the storm lasted for two days. With the support of a group of brave warriors and soldiers, the autumn harvest in Beishang County was fully harvested. Every day, carts of supplies were transported to the No. 1 granary.
The security in the surrounding area is becoming increasingly strict.
Bai Su wiped the white sword edge with a cold face.
Gong Shuwu said: "Shao Xuan, there is no need to do this..."
It's not good to be too tense.
Bai Su said calmly: "The previous shame can only be washed away by the blood of the enemy. Moreover, my lord has placed a heavy bet in Beishang County. If there is another mishap, I really don't know how I can apologize..." She couldn't help but feel under pressure.
She suspected that all the think tanks in the government had been infected by Kang Shi.
Why are they so fond of gambling
There are four counties in Longwu County, and only Beishang County is betted. What if the enemy targets the other two counties, or even attacks Nanyu County? Wouldn't that be the end of it? But the military order has been issued, and Bai Su cannot say anything to shake the morale of the army.