In the past, he was concerned about the safety of Huo Weilou, but now the emperor intends to seize power, which makes the already heavy haze in Bo Ruoyou's heart even deeper. Huo Weilou went south to clean up the poison of the golden ointment, and to save the people of the southwest from fire and water, but his life and death were in danger. At the time of testing, the emperor only cared about the power in his hands.
A chill spread over Bo Ruoyou's heart, she knew that the power of the sky was unpredictable, and she also understood that Huo Weilou had been feared by people for many years, and deep down in her heart she was even more afraid that these fears would turn into wind and frost and swords against Huo Weilou.
Or, the danger he encountered in the southwest was murdered by someone
Bo Ruoyou's heart was filled with a thin layer of shudder, and his face was a little pale. Sun Zhao sighed when he saw this, "Master Hou is in a high position. If he is good, he will naturally be able to restrain demons and ghosts from all directions. What happened, everyone has their own thoughts, you don't have to worry, as long as Lord Hou returns safely, the turmoil in the court will be nothing."
Bo Ruoyou collected himself, "Yes, as long as Master Hou returns safely..."
She was really worried, and she didn't have the time to wait for Wu Xiang to ask for a confession, but when the case was settled, she said goodbye and left the Yamen. On the carriage home, she leaned against the wall and meditated.
Huo Weilou occupies a high position and seems to be in great power, but in fact he is in danger. On the boat back to Beijing, he even fell asleep with a knife on his head. Thinking of this, Bo Ruo couldn't help but feel his heart tremble. Someone set up a trick, or someone took advantage of his danger to play other tricks...
Bo Ruoyou took a deep breath, not daring to think about it for a moment, but at this moment, the carriage stopped suddenly.
There is constant noise outside the curtain, and the city is still busy right now, why did the carriage stop
"Miss, it's Mr. Lin, and Mr. Second House—"
Zhou Liang's voice sounded outside, Bo Ruoyou frowned slightly, and leaned over to lift the curtain. Before noon, the sky in late autumn was cloudless, and the sun melted down on the pedestrians. Bo Ruoyou saw it at a glance. Lin Zhao and Bo Yixuan.
The two of them were on horseback, followed by several carriages, and one of the carriages also lifted the curtain, and it was Bo Yixian, mother and daughter, who were in it, and the moment Lin Zhao and the others stopped, the carriage that followed closely behind The curtain was also raised.
"Zhaoer, why don't you leave?" It was Lin Huai who asked.
Lin Zhao looked at Bo Ruoyou and said without looking back, "Father, mother, I met my second sister."
Only then did Lin Huai raise the curtain high up. Seeing them, Bo Ruoyou had no choice but to get out of the carriage and go up to greet them. Lin Zhao's family looked at Bo Ruoyou with concern and kindness, but Bo Yixuan was different. He looked at Bo Ruoyou deeply, with a complicated expression.
Bo Ruoyou bowed to Lin Huai and his wife, and the curtain of the carriage behind was lowered. Bo Ruoyou pretended not to see it, and only asked, "Where did Aunt Lin Bobo Lin go so early?"
Lin Huai said: "Your uncle's case is settled, and today is the day for him to leave."
Bo Jingqian was exiled in the North and left Beijing today.
Bo Ruoyou was stunned. It turned out that he was going to see him off. Although Bo Jingqian was a criminal minister, but he had a friend like Lin Huai, so he could get a gift from his relatives. Lin Huai didn't mention this much, but asked her: "I heard Is there a new case recently?"
Bo Ruoyou replied, "There is a new case, and the murderer has been caught."
Lin Huai looked at Bo Ruoyou happily, but Bo Ruoyou had no intention of greeting them, "Then I won't disturb Uncle Lin and Aunt Lin when they return home."
She backed away, Lin Huai gave a few more instructions, put down the curtain and prepared to leave.
Lin Zhao looked at Bo Ruoyou and stopped for a moment, but he didn't say much, while Bo Yixuan looked at Bo Ruoyou and said, "Are you planning to never return to Bo's?"
Bo Ruoyou looked up at him, "Is Bo's my family?"
The corners of Bao Yixuan's lips were tightly pursed, and he said "whatever you want" and galloped away. As soon as their horses moved, Bo Ruoyou got into the carriage by himself. Looking back at the situation, Bao Yixuan felt even more depressed.
Lin Zhao sighed, "Yixuan, it's not like you don't know her ups and downs these years, so why bother to upset her?"
Bo Yixuan said dissatisfiedly: "But she is Bo's daughter, is it possible that she will follow her adoptive father all her life? It's fine if she doesn't return to Beijing. After returning to Beijing, she is still a stranger to Bo. How can this make third uncle and third aunt look at her in Tianzhiling? She I know foster father, he was the imperial physician of the Cheng family, His Majesty has already rehabilitated the Cheng family, in comparison, the Bo family is now in decline, and she is even more reluctant to come back."
Lin Zhao frowned, "That's not the case. When she just returned to Beijing, the Bo family hadn't had any accidents. Didn't she go to you? Although blood relationship is important, it's also a matter of affection. You can speak in all sincerity. If she returns to Bo's, can you really take care of her like Yixian?"
Bo Yixuan said in a stiff voice: "She is the daughter of my third uncle and third aunt, since she is my younger sister, I will not treat her poorly."
Lin Zhao couldn't believe it, he shook his head and didn't say anything more. After a while, the two families parted ways.
Bo's house in Changlefang has been confiscated, and now he has moved to the old house in Anningfang, which is more remote. Although it is enough to live in, it is not as grand as Bo's century-old house. Seeing that the carriage is about to enter Anningfang, Bo Yixian's heart The gloom came out again, she was only thinking, if Bo Jingqian could be an official in a safe and secure manner, now Bo's family can use the name of one of the three ministers of the ancestors, and can be regarded as a noble official, and she can barely match Lin Zhao is worthy, but right now, the Bo family is the family of criminal officials.
She held Hu's arm nervously, "Mother, find an auspicious day, go to Lin's house earlier to make an appointment with Aunt Lin Bobo Lin—"
Mrs. Hu was immersed in the fear of her husband leaving the capital, and she was taken aback when she heard the words. She pondered for a moment, then held Bao Yixian's hand again and again, "Yes, Xian'er, you are right, your father is gone, and there is no one in the family anymore. Officially, your second uncle can't support the family. Although your brother thinks highly of you, he is your second uncle's son, and your second aunt is full of thoughts. We must settle the Lin family's marriage as soon as possible. Otherwise, how will our mother and daughter live in the future?"
Before Hu's words were finished, she burst into tears. Bao Yixian felt extremely depressed when she heard that, thinking that Hu's family would have to make a marriage for her before she could bear it.
Even Sun Zhao could understand the turmoil in the court, so it was impossible for Lin Huai to be ignorant, and now Lin Zhao, who was temporarily working as a substitute for the household department, was also quite aware that the next day was the day of rest. Then talk in the study.
Lin Zhao said worriedly: "What is the regulation now? In the case of Marquis Changning's involvement in the gold ointment case, the Criminal Ministry and Dali Temple have not yet finalized the case, but now His Majesty wants His Highness to take over the direct envoy department. This is to establish a reserve." ?”
Lin Huai narrowed his eyes, "The first prince is mediocre and unfavorable, the second prince is quick-witted, and has a favored biological mother... It seems that His Majesty has this intention."
Lin Zhao pondered for a moment, "Father, Lord Hou is in the southwest, so it's not true that you won't be able to come back?"
"How could it be?" Lin Huai raised his jaw slightly, "This time, Lord Hou probably encountered difficulties, but Lord Hou has been in charge of the direct envoy over the years, and he has made many arrangements in secret, so it is absolutely impossible for him to be in the southwest easily. .”
Lin Zhao sighed, "But there has been no news for many days."
Lin Huai squinted his eyes and thought for a moment, "If you think like this, there may be more than one person, just wait and see, some people can't wait any longer. As for our Lin family, we stick to the way of being a minister and just stand still."
Lin Zhao responded, but at this moment, a steward came quickly from outside, "Master, son, someone from the Bo family is here."
Lin Huai was slightly surprised, "Is someone from the Bo family?"
"Yes, the eldest lady brought the eldest lady, as well as the second master and the second wife, and the son is also here."
The whole family came together, and it seemed that it was not for the usual visiting relatives. Lin Huai's heart sank, and he took Lin Zhao to stand up to greet them. When they arrived at the main hall, they saw that the Bo family had already taken their seats in the hall.
Mrs. Chu was talking to Mrs. Hu, when they saw his father and son approaching, everyone stood up to greet them.
Lin Huai smiled and said, "Why did you come here so early?"
Mrs. Chu gave Lin Huai a look, Lin Huai saw it in his eyes but didn't show it on his face, Mrs. Hu glanced at the second master Bo Jingli, he immediately got up and said, "Brother Lin, let the children talk for themselves first."
Hearing this, Lin Huai figured out their reason for coming, he only felt that it was a little tricky, and on the face of it, he ordered Lin Zhao to take Bo Yixuan and his sister to the garden.
Bao Yixian followed out with a dazed and innocent look on her face, but she was a little nervous in her heart.
After returning to the mansion last night, Mrs. Hu felt that the night would be long and dreamy if she waited any longer, so she approached Bo Jingli, wanting to make an early decision on the marriage. On the trip, Wei Shizuo was by his side, so naturally he had to do his best on the surface.
Bao Yixian looked back after she walked out the door, she only hoped that the wedding date could be set earlier today.
Lin Zhao didn't think about their purpose for a while, but he also felt a little weird, and asked after leaving the courtyard, "What's the matter? But what happened in the mansion?"
Bo Yixuan glanced at Bao Yixian, thinking that Lin Zhao would know soon, and said, "It's not for anything else, it's for you and Xian'er."
Lin Zhao paused, and only then did he realize that he was lost in thought for a moment, but his eyes did not fall on Bao Yixian. This marriage has been settled for many years, and sooner or later, there will be a day when he and Bao Yixian will grow up together, even without this The good relationship established early can also be regarded as friendship in the world, not to mention that the two families have already discussed marriage.
Bao Yixian was blushed by Bao Yixuan's directness, she walked last, her cheeks were flushed, she raised her eyelashes, and looked at Lin Zhao shyly, but she only saw Lin Zhao was stunned for a moment, and then nodded calmly head.
Lin Zhaodao: "When it comes to the marriage of children, it is good for the parents to decide."
After saying this, she changed the subject and asked about Bo Yixuan's recent schoolwork. Bo Yixian felt quite disappointed. Lin Zhao had always been prudent and steady, but after all, he was also a young man in his twenties. When it comes to marriage, there should always be Two pieces of joy and anticipation are all that is needed, but there is no abnormality on his face, as if he is on a routine.
Thinking of this, Bao Yixian regained her spirits, it's okay, it's just too calm, at least he accepted it, he accepted it, and the Lin family is trustworthy, it would be great if this marriage proceeded without incident.
In the main hall, Lin Huai looked at Mrs. Hu and said: "Originally, it was said that after the spring of next year, it is still early now, but we can slowly see the day, and now the six ceremonies are only past the horoscope of the birthday, so we have to follow the etiquette Come together."
Hu smiled and said kindly: "Yes, originally it was after the spring of next year, but a few days ago before her father left, she asked someone to bring a message, saying that the most worried person is Xian'er, so the sooner she can get married, the sooner she can get married." After getting married, I'll forget about finding a Taoist priest, and Dongyue will have a good life."
Now it is late August, and seeing September, if we get married in Dongyue, we have less than two months to prepare. Lin Huai looked at Mrs. Chu, and Mrs. Chu also had a troubled expression on her face. Looking at Mrs. Hu from the corner of her lips, "Aren't you too anxious? After two months of work, it's too late to prepare, and the Lin family's land is not in the capital. It will take some effort just to invite the elders of the clan, not to mention The betrothal gift is not complete yet, these etiquettes are not thoughtful at all, don't you feel that you have wronged Xian'er?"
The smile on Hu's face couldn't hold back for a while, "If it's going to be next year, there will be more than half a year. It's really too long..."
If nothing happened to Bo Jingqian, half a year would not be a big deal, but now that the Bo family has plummeted, Hu felt more and more anxious when he thought about the wrong way of this marriage, and wished that Bo Yixian and Lin Zhao would get married tomorrow.
"I've been waiting for so many years, so there's no need to worry about this half a year. You said that Jing Qian was worried, so I naturally understand, but you're going to get married sooner or later, so it's better to be more thoughtful and safe." Lin Huai didn't want to let go.
Mrs. Hu looked at Bo Jingli. Bo Jingli was a soft-spoken person, and seeing that Lin Huai didn't intend to change the date, he naturally couldn't say anything harsh.
Mrs. Hu only felt very annoyed, and glanced at Mrs. Wei, but Mrs. Wei sat there leisurely, and didn't intend to open her mouth. Mrs. Hu gritted her teeth, "Xian'er is not picky, and neither is our family. The two families are family friends." , there is nothing to be wronged or wronged, as long as the dowry does not make mistakes on the surface, it is fine, in my opinion, Lin Zhao is not too young, a year or so earlier is also good for him."
Both Lin Huai and the Chu family looked a bit grim. Lin Huai's appointment as Minister of Criminal Affairs has not yet been decided, and Lin Zhao's temporary entry into the Ministry of Household Affairs has not fared well. Her wedding date is next year, and even for Lin Huai and Lin Zhao's official career, it is impossible for Bo Yixian and Lin Zhao to get married right now.
The mention of this marriage has already aroused a lot of discussion from inside and outside. Now that the corruption case of Huang Jinyou and the Ministry of Household Affairs has not yet been finalized, it is necessary to send out wedding invitations saying that Mr. Lin is going to marry the daughter of the Bo family. What kind of gossip.
Chu suppressed her temper and said: "This... why did you suddenly become anxious? In this situation, the case of the Ministry of Household Affairs has not yet been settled, and the master is still in charge of the case. Let Zhao'er and Xian'er get married at this time, which is harmful to both families. not good."
It's fine not to mention the case, but when it was mentioned, it immediately touched on Hu's pain point, she couldn't hold back the smile on her face, and said, "I think it's not good for the Lin family? If Zhao'er marries Xian'er, it will disgrace the Lin family and affect your career as an official?"
Mrs. Hu knew that Lin Huai was going to be a minister, and thinking that he was just a servant, she hated Mrs. Bo. If she became a minister, as long as he said that the marriage was not counted, wouldn't Bo Yixian's second half of her life be ruined, so she made up her mind all the more. , it is better to set the marriage before the year.
Lin Huai didn't expect Mrs. Hu to be so rude. This was a tacit statement, but Mrs. Hu was able to say it clearly. He blushed and felt extremely helpless and depressed. Brother's case is not good, even the Lin family has to avoid it, Xian'er will marry into the Lin family in the future, and she will be good if the Lin family is good, you don't understand this truth—"
In the past, Hu would have known this, but now that her husband has been convicted, she no longer has any official honor to enjoy. The grief and anger for many days had already made her stubborn. She said with a sullen face, "What else is there to hide? The marriage was decided back then, and now it's just getting married earlier in accordance with the statute. Anyway, I've made up my mind. If you don't want to, it's because Mrs. Bo was convicted and hates Xian'er. When I go back today, I will invite the official When the media come to your door, we should pay the same amount of courtesy, if you are really busy, I will see the day, the whole capital knows that the Lin family and the Bo family have a long-standing marriage contract, are you unwilling to keep your word?"
Hearing this, Mrs. Chu felt a throbbing pain in her chest, "You... you are too unreasonable!"
Hu's eyes were red, and he seemed to be rubbing the corners of his eyes, "How do you say that, now we are orphans and widows, and I'm all for Xian'er and Zhao'er—"
Lin Huai's angry face was as dark as the bottom of a pot, but Chu couldn't help it. She stood up abruptly, "There is no one like you who discusses the marriage of children—"
As soon as she finished speaking, Mrs. Chu felt a sharp pain in her heart, and a golden light flashed in front of her eyes. She let out a cry of pain, clutched her heart, and fell to the ground. Lin Huai was startled, and her eyes were sharp and her hands quickly helped her up, " Madame! What's the matter with you?"
In an instant, Chu's face was as white as paper, and cold sweat poured out from his forehead. He opened his mouth, but there was only a moan of pain. Lin Huai's complexion changed drastically in fright, and he immediately ordered his attendants to invite a doctor!
This situation also startled the Bo family, they got up together, and Hu's legs were even weaker from fright, how did she expect such a fuss to make Chu so angry? !
Seeing that the Chu family is not doing well, Lin Huai did not dare to be contemptuous, and shouted out again, "Go and invite the Ming Courtmaster—" After finishing speaking, he thought that Ming Zhonghuai was afraid that he was on duty in the palace, so he hurriedly changed his words, "Go and invite Cheng Yunzhi to come !"
There was a lot of noise in the main hall, and soon, two servants ran into the garden with pale faces to look for Lin Zhao!
Before seeing them, Lin Zhao asked, one of them said, "Young master, go and have a look, madam is so angry that madam fainted, I'm afraid... I'm afraid it's going to be bad..."
Hearing these words, Lin Zhao felt like a thunderbolt from the blue sky, and Bao Yixian who was at the side was even more struck by lightning. After discussing the wedding date carefully, why did Mrs. Lin faint out of anger? !
Seeing Lin Zhao running towards the main courtyard like the wind, Bao Yixian suddenly felt deep fear in her heart.