latelenovela Chapter 138 Shen Qijun
Chapter 138 Shen Qijun
Gu Chenglin didn't say how corrupt the Duke of Rongguo was, nor did she ask. Including his own father and the other family members, seeing that Gu Chenglin seemed unwilling to talk about it, she was even less likely to ask.
Thinking about disappearing from the kang with Gu Chenglin in her arms, Dongfang Jin finished her medicine and was covered by the quilt for a while, so she was a little sweaty. It was just in time for her to change.
"Didn't you want food? Go to Youran Residence and find Ruyi. Listen to what she has to say. I need to go to the restroom."
"it is good."
……
Late at night, two dark figures quickly left Gu Chenglin's house.
"Gone?" Dongfang Jin asked, lying in bed.
"Let's go. Ruyi has marked them with a contract, so they won't betray us."
Long Jiu said that they were all secret guards trained by the royal secret guards, and that their team was loyal only to the emperors of all dynasties, and their leader was Prince Dun.
The reason why Prince Dun went to his fiefdom on the third day after his wedding was that he was ordered to train secret guards for the next emperor..."
"Isn't it said that this Prince Dun is the emperor's uncle? Isn't the emperor afraid that he will seize the throne?"
"Hehe, no, because Prince Dun's offspring are twins."
In the Eastern Kingdom, there is a rule that if a prince's offspring are twins, he is ineligible to compete for the throne.
"Is that how it is said? So the emperor trusts this imperial uncle?"
“Hmm,” Gu Chenglin said, then looked at Dongfang Jin and said, “Back then, the entire family of Prince Dun came to the capital from their fiefdom to support the emperor. They were intercepted and killed all the way to the capital.”
As a result, Prince Dun's twin daughters were killed and went missing during that ambush.
For years, Prince Dun's Mansion has been secretly searching for that young princess.
"Alright, it's getting late, let's go to sleep. Ma Wencai and the others should be here tomorrow."
Hearing this, Gu Chenglin, though displeased with those who frequently visited his home, still asked with concern, "Have you decided on your next move next spring?"
"Yeah, with Qi Rui tutoring them, that should be enough. Also, Aunt Si's family needs to buy vegetables; should we sell some of ours?"
Gu Chenglin burrowed into the covers and pulled the person into his arms: "Whatever you say, does your stomach still hurt?"
"It doesn't hurt anymore, but my lower back is a little sore."
"Lie down, let me warm you up."
"Hey, where are you touching? Are you clutching your back?"
"young married woman……"
"Shut up and go to sleep."
……
Another day.
The sky was overcast, and it looked like it was going to snow.
Now there are three more people in the family, and it's more lively to eat with more people.
Shen Qihui and Gu Jingye get along very well, and Gu Caiwei seems to like him very much as well.
This kid is clearly an optimist. Despite going through what his mother went through, he's still so lively, which shows he's easygoing and doesn't care about trivial matters.
However, Shen Qijun was more composed, with no expression on his face. His expression was even more gloomy than when she first met Gu Chenglin, like a deadpan expressionless man.
Perhaps it's because I'm older and more knowledgeable, but even after experiencing family misfortunes, I didn't succumb to negativity or despair.
Although he is calm and composed, his eyes are clear and bright.
The two brothers, however, had completely opposite personalities.
The eldest son, at such a young age, already has the demeanor of a patriarch.
There's an old saying that it's better to be born as a big mule or a big horse than as a big son or a big daughter.
Fortunately, there was no dullness in his eyes, nor any sense of humiliation, humility, or hatred stemming from his family's misfortunes.
Otherwise, given the experiences his mother went through, it would be good if she didn't retaliate against society.
[If this kid is trained, he'll definitely be a great asset.]
Does this make you look good?
I meant well.
【Thanks. 】
After meal
Dongfang Jin looked at Shen Qijun and asked, "How old are you?"
Shen Qijun stood up, pursed his lips, and looked back at Dongfang Jin with his big, dark eyes: "Twelve."
Well, he was neither humble nor arrogant, and although he looked a little nervous, he managed to keep her under control.
That's impressive resilience. He's twelve years old, and he hasn't even graduated from elementary school yet.
Children in ancient times matured earlier.
"Have you ever been to school?"
"No."
Gu Yumei then spoke up: "He learned some things from his father, and he knows all the basic knowledge."
His words were tinged with nervousness.
Dongfang Jin nodded, then looked at Shen Qijun: "Do you want to go to school?"
Upon hearing this, Shen Qijun visibly stiffened, biting his lower lip and pursing his lips before finally saying, "I don't want to."
Dongfang Jin stared at him and smiled. This child clearly wanted to but refused, which showed that he was still wary of them.
Good, I wasn't tempted.
The sense of proportion was excellent.
Jun Wenhui was also very satisfied with the child's performance, and she also saw through Dongfang Jin's thoughts.
Gu Yumei was about to speak when she was stopped and shook her head at her.
Dongfang Jin continued, "According to seniority, you should call Gu Chenglin 'uncle'."
However, you can't call him that now, because he's no longer a member of the Gu family. You have to call him uncle and me aunt.
You are the eldest son in the family, and I'm telling you these things because I consider you the head of the household.
Currently, you and your two children have nowhere else to go.
You're staying here, so don't feel uncomfortable or indebted. Why are you being so restrictive?
In this family, I'm in charge. Your mother said from the beginning that she wanted your Uncle Chenglin to write a contract of servitude.
I did not agree. Although your Uncle Chenglin is no longer a member of the Gu family, he is still a member of Lingwu Village.
If he were to give you this contract of servitude to sign, Gu Chenglin would be digging his own grave, all our previous efforts would be in vain, and we might even be branded with all sorts of unjust accusations.”
Gu Yumei said anxiously, "That's not what I meant."
Dongfang Jin raised her hand to signal her to be quiet, and looked at the mother and son: "However, I will not let you live in my house for free, nor will I let the three of you sell yourselves into slavery."
Dongfang Jin emphasized the word "slave" very heavily.
“Your mother’s hands are not convenient right now and she needs to be cared for. Since you can read, I’ll be frank with you.”
Let's be petty first, then act like gentlemen.
If you and I sign a long-term employment contract, your younger brother will study with my son, Gu Jingye. You can also call him my son's study companion.
When they go to private school in the future, I will provide them with pageboys and servants, just like my son does.
Once your mother's hand heals, she'll help Aunt Hui with some household chores. You can call her Grandma Jun, just like my son does.
Dongfang Jin pointed to Jun Wenhui as she spoke.
"There are only a few people in the family right now. Don't be fooled by the small number of people; there's a lot of work to do."
Right now, I'm providing food and lodging, and everything else is covered by my family. Next spring, when my family hires more people, I'll start giving you monthly allowances.
Gu Yumei quickly waved her hand: "No, you've already taken care of our food and lodging, and even sent Xiaohui to school..."
Gu Chenglin interrupted her, "Sister Yumei, don't refuse. Hiring someone else is the same as hiring someone else."
But Xiaojin and I feel at ease hiring you.
From now on, no matter if you get a monthly allowance, Aunt Hui and her family of three will also get one.
You still have two sons; you need to save up dowries for them.
Jun Wenhui smiled and said, "We agree. This way we'll feel more at ease being together. This isn't a short time; we have a long life ahead of us!"
Dongfang Jin smiled and continued to introduce him: "This is Jun Qirui, my son's first tutor. You can call him Uncle or Tutor, either is fine."
This is Jun Qixian, you can call her Aunt Xian.
You are twelve years old this year, which means you are a young man.
From now on, you will follow your Uncle Chenglin every day. You will follow him and do whatever he does.
After that, whenever I had free time, I would go and learn from Uncle Jun.
Don't argue, I know you can read, but that's far from enough.
I don't support idlers here, so you'll be learning a lot. From now on, when your Uncle Chenglin is away or traveling, you'll have to manage everything at home. Are you capable of that?"