webnovelfull Chapter 208 Gao Family Dependence
Chapter 208 Gao Family Dependence
The usually self-disciplined Prince Jingchuan locked himself in his study for most of the night for some unknown reason, and got up late the next day, which was unusual.
Fortunately, today was a day off, so he just lazily spent the whole day.
Ever since the emperor fainted, the court has been in chaos. Marquis Jingchuan, who is the emperor's trusted minister, has gone against his usual practice and asked for a long vacation on the pretext of a relapse of his old illness.
At this time, if he did not interfere in political affairs, there would obviously be one less person to share the spoils. Except for the third prince who was unhappy, the other princes and Lord Li were happy to see it happen.
Compared with his father Zhao Wenyan's rare leisure time, Zhao Huaiqing did not attract much attention because of his low official position.
He went to and from work in an orderly manner every day, and occasionally drank, wrote and chatted with his cousin Qin Shijun and a few friends. The chaos in the capital seemed to have no effect on him.
As the sun was setting, a maid from his mother's yard came to tell him to come over and have dinner with them.
I guess his mother found out about his abnormal behavior last night, so she called him over to ask what happened.
Zhao Huaiqing tidied his clothes and went towards his mother's yard.
Seeing her son arrive, the marquis' wife hurriedly ordered the servants to set the table and asked him in detail about what happened last night.
Zhao Huaiqing made an excuse to get away with it, saying that he was so busy sorting out ancient books last night that he forgot to take a rest.
The Marquis's wife scolded him a few times, and then told him to take good care of himself. While speaking, she brought up the old matter again and talked about his marriage.
Marquis Jingchuan had entered the room at some point. He nodded repeatedly upon hearing this, and looking at his son, he said, "Qing'er, your mother is right. Now that you've completed your major imperial examination, it's time to prepare for your minor one!"
These words made Zhao Huaiqing's mood, which had originally regained some calmness, suddenly become sour again.
Thinking of the girl in his heart who was about to become someone else's wife, he closed his eyes slightly. When he spoke again, his face was already filled with impatience: "The current political situation is unclear, it is not a good time to get married. Since we in the Jingchuan Marquisate are only loyal to the emperor, then until the situation is clear, it is better to do less or even nothing. We don't seek merit, but only avoid mistakes."
"Besides, I'm not too old, so it's okay to delay getting married for two years. But if I misjudge the situation, it will be an immeasurable loss for the Jingchuan Marquisate!"
Zhao Huaiqing turned his gaze towards Marquis Jingchuan. "Father helped me turn down the cousin that the Third Prince introduced me to a few days ago. Wasn't it to separate our Marquis Jingchuan Mansion from the dispute over the Crown Prince?"
Marquis Jingchuan's eyes were filled with contemplation, and Zhao Huaiqing took the opportunity to persuade him: "Now that our family has made a decision in this treacherous situation, father, just rest assured and recuperate. I will also fulfill my duties, stay out of external affairs, and work hard to protect myself."
"Choose the lesser of two evils. In these turbulent times, we should remain constant in the face of change. For now, let's not talk about getting married!"
Marquis Jingchuan sighed and ended the conversation.
On August 17th, just after breakfast, Madam Gao, Tian, sent a trusted maid to tell her, "Madam, please ask Miss Jin to come to the main courtyard."
Tomorrow is the wedding day, and I think her stepmother will give her some advice on the wedding ceremony.
Jin Chu changed his clothes and took a little maid to his adoptive mother, Mrs. Tian, and unexpectedly saw his adoptive father, Gao Zhen, there too.
"How are you, foster father and foster mother!" Jin Chu bowed obediently.
"Okay, everything is fine." Gao Zhen stroked his beard with a smile and nodded with satisfaction at the clean and elegant adopted daughter in front of him.
Mrs. Tian, the stepmother, affectionately took Jin Chu's hand and asked her to sit next to her. She then instructed the servants in the house, "I want to have a private chat with Miss Jin. You all go down first!"
When there were only three people left in the room, Gao Zhen looked at Jinchu and spoke, "Ah Jin, it's a blessing for our Gao family to have you as our adopted daughter. Your adoptive mother and I haven't been able to do much for you, but we've taken advantage of you. Especially since you're willing to help my Cheng'er this time, you've been of great benefit to our Gao family."
"Thank you, godfather! It's also because of your kindness that you don't look down on Jinchu's humble background that we have become family. Since I moved into your home, my godmother has taken great care of me, and all my brothers and sisters are kind and friendly. That's why Jinchu has been able to live a smooth and fulfilling life here."
"As for the matter of promoting my sworn brother, it was because he has a calm and stable personality and works in a down-to-earth and measured manner that he caught the eye of the prince and the crown prince, allowing Jinchu to successfully bring him to Yangcheng. This matter was largely due to my sworn brother's personal efforts, and Jinchu was simply going along with it!"
There is such a thing?
Upon hearing that their eldest son had caught the eye of the prince, Gao Zhen and Tian looked at each other with surprise and joy on their faces.
Tian came back to her senses and said with a smile: "Even if it is as Ah Jin said, Cheng'er can have this good fortune thanks to Ah Jin's matchmaking. Ah Jin and my Gao family still made an indelible contribution!"
This is true. If Jin Chu had not been in her Gao family, no matter how steady and stable Gao Cheng was, he might not have had the opportunity to meet the prince and the prince, let alone get close to the prince and the prince and be noticed by them.
"Your stepmother is right. Ah Jin, there's no need to be so humble. Even before you married into the palace, you've already been helping our Gao family wholeheartedly. We at the Gao family appreciate your kindness!"
Gao Zhen looked at Jin Chu with a frank look, "You are a kind-hearted girl, and my Gao family cannot be so cold-hearted. Cheng'er has received your kindness, and from now on he will be at your disposal. When you arrive at the palace in the future, if you need anything, you can send someone to our house to tell us."
He let out a long sigh and said slowly, "As long as it's not against heaven or humanity, my Gao family will not refuse!"
This is clearly a sign of dependence!
Jin Chu was slightly startled and looked up at Gao Zhen, reminding him seriously, "Foster father, let's not beat around the bush! I think you're well aware of the current relationship between the Dingbei Palace and the capital. Although I helped my brother, I don't know what the situation will be like in the future!"
"If your Gao family wants to live in peace, just send me off politely and show some respect in the future. I will definitely not blame you."
The girl's eyes were deep, no longer concealing her sharp edge. "But if you truly wish to walk this path with me, you must be absolutely loyal. Then, you will face a huge gamble. Success will bring you power, failure will destroy us."
"In that case, do you still want to follow me?" Jin Chu looked at Gao Zhen and his wife one by one and asked in a resounding voice.
The room suddenly became quiet, and for the first time, the girl, who had always been a quiet and humble girl, revealed her inner fierceness without any concealment.
Tian subconsciously looked at her husband beside her, but saw Gao Zhen frowning in thought, with his eyes lowered and silent.
After a while, he clenched his fists on his knees and finally made a decision.
Gao Zhen raised his head and looked at Jin Chu, his voice calm: "My Gao family will follow the Crown Prince's Consort and the Dingbei Palace in the future, and we will have no regrets whether we live or die!"
Jin Chu was also inspired by these words. "Alright, when I see the prince, I will tell him exactly what my adoptive father said today. Then, I'll see what the prince decides to do."
This means we have obtained the approval of the Crown Princess and reached an agreement with her!
Gao Zhen felt a little relieved, chatted for a few more minutes, then got up and left.
Tian took out a brocade box from her side and handed it to Jinchu with a smile: "Ajin, keep this. Take some time to look at it when you go back today. Every woman has to go through this. When the time comes, just endure it and it will pass."
Jin Chu was slightly stunned, and then she guessed the meaning of Tian's words. She was teaching her how to maintain good relationships with her husband!
After she realized what was happening, her face flushed. She took the brocade box as if it were hot, thanked Tian, and left in a hurry.