Chapter 54

Seeing Pei's description in this way, Zhen Tingyun couldn't help laughing until he wanted to cry.

However, she also knew that she couldn't really laugh. Before Zhen's father and Pei's noticed her, she quietly pinched herself several times, her eyes red from the pain, but she couldn't bear to laugh.

Sure enough, after Father Zhen helped Pei to get out of the car, he immediately noticed Zhen Tingyun standing on the side.

Seeing Zhen's father's gaze swept over, Zhen Tingyun understood, and immediately stepped forward to greet his parents.

Father Zhen looked at her, frowning slightly, and soon relaxed again and said with a smile, "Just came back?"

"Yes." Zhen Tingyun replied, but didn't look at Mrs. Pei - his face was still swollen.

Father Zhen nodded slightly, but didn't say anything.

However, Mr. Pei didn't even say a word, so Zhen Tingyun was really a little strange, and he couldn't help but glance at Mrs. Pei, and there were still some doubts in his eyes.

Pei's face was still red and swollen, but she couldn't tell her face, but she still pursed her lips subconsciously when she noticed Zhen Tingyun's gaze. She really wanted to say something. As soon as the words came to her mouth, she just pursed her lips and moved the muscles on her cheeks, causing a throbbing pain.

In such pain, she seemed to have returned to Pei's house again, and the only thing left in her ears was the crisp slap of Mrs. Pei when he raised his hand to knock it down.

Mrs. Pei is by no means a weak scholar. He is usually kind and amiable. If he gets angry and starts to move, he can really beat people to pieces.

When Mrs. Pei knelt on the ground alone, and Mrs. Pei slapped her in the face with two slaps, she felt ashamed and annoyed, wishing she could faint like this, but Mrs. Pei's extremely cold voice sounded in her ears——

"Does it hurt?"

"It's good to know that it hurts! You can sell your daughter's exam certificate for the sake of your daughter. It's okay for me to slap you a few times for the sake of my daughter, right?"

Even though Mrs. Pei was not convinced, she didn't dare to refute Mr. Pei, so she could only cry and fell to the ground, her eyes turning black, as if she was about to faint.

But Mrs. Pei was still standing, his expression as usual, as calm as he was facing upwards, and every word was as sharp as a blade.

"Your mother has two sons and one daughter, and you are the youngest daughter, so it is inevitable that you favor it more. Especially when your father was dismissed from office and had to leave Beijing with his family to take refuge. Your two elder brothers are already old, but you are so young that you need to take refuge in Beijing. I ran all the way with my family, endured hardships and sins... For this, I have always been ashamed of you for my father. As long as everything is not excessive, I will rely on you. Even if you occasionally make mistakes, it is mostly when you are young and ignorant and cannot bear more. Say you. Now that I think about it, it's my fault that you are not like your father. I should have given you these two slaps long ago, so that you can understand earlier! But I have never been a father. Be patient, bear with it until now, it will teach you to be more and more ugly!"

"Back then, it was you who chose Zhen Dongping and said you were going to marry him. How did I tell you? I told you a long time ago that there was only one widowed mother in his family. Although he was rude, he raised his only son. After years of hardships and hardships, it is quite respectable. If you want to get married, you should serve your mother-in-law for your husband and show your filial piety. But what about you? After you married and went to Zhen's house, I now think about the troubles. I get a headache."

"Later, when you took Sister Yi to Beijing, I saw that you were like this, and I felt bad for you. It was inevitable that I was biased towards you. That's why I came forward to persuade Dong Ping to make peace with you, and spent all my energy to transfer him to other places. At that time, how did I tell you? Yes? I told you earlier, this is just an expedient measure. When you and Dongping give birth to a direct son, you can send someone to pick up your mother-in-law and sister Ting. By then, your mother-in-law has already I'm relieved, even for the sake of my grandson, I won't care too much about you, but the family can be reunited and enjoy the family. But how do you do it? With the young daughter, until Dongping was transferred back to Beijing, they couldn't hold it any longer, so they reluctantly sent someone to take their grandchildren to Beijing!"

"Over the years, as a daughter-in-law, not only did you fail to serve your mother-in-law, but you also harbored resentment, and it was because of unfilial filial piety. Kindness; as a human being... a wife, you know that your husband's heart is for family reunion and longing for a happy family, but you don't care about it, and you do everything according to your own will. "

"When I promised to get married, I still thought that I would have a good daughter, and marrying a lover would be a good story. But what about now? Look in the mirror, see what you look like now, and see how you treat yourself What has my life been like? With an unfilial, unkind, and virtuous daughter like you, I'm afraid I'll be ashamed to see Dongping again!"

Mr. Pei was slapped several times in a row, and his face hurt and burned. Hearing Mrs. Pei's words, he cried even more, as if all the tears in this life would be shed.

However, the old man Pei, who always loved her in the past, saw her cry, but instead sneered and applauded: "It's good to cry! You know it hurts and you know shame, that's fine! When you talk and do things in the future, just think about the pain and shame right now. Next time, I don't have the face to ask a daughter like you to stay in Zhen's house to harm Dongping."

Mrs. Pei's words were like a whip, which slapped Mr. Pei all at once, causing her to curl up in pain and tremble, not even daring to shed tears.

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It is precisely because of this that Pei Shi quickly regained his sense of reason from the pain. Looking at Zhen Tingyun, she didn't have the strength to get angry, so she just said solemnly: "You are going to go to a women's school for boarding, you My father has already told me."

When Zhen Tingyun heard this, he couldn't help but glance at Mrs Pei again.

Pei's face was swollen like a braised pig's head, and naturally he could not reveal the slightest emotion. She moved her lips and said slowly, "Actually, most of the people who will be boarding in women's schools are mostly female students from other places or from poor families. According to the current conditions of our family, it is not good for you to go. If you live in a women's school, otherwise someone will have to talk outside..."

Zhen Tingyun couldn't help clenching his palms tightly, biting his lips, just as he was about to open his mouth to explain, he heard Pei's continue -

"However, the Kyoto Women's School is indeed a little far away from our home. We ask you to get up early and stay in the dark all day long. We parents can't bear it, so we have to ask you to live in the women's school." Pei said lightly, with dark eyes, No emotion at all, as if it were just a statement.

Zhen Tingyun breathed a sigh of relief when he heard the words: Yes, when Pei asked her to take the Yuhua Women's School, she was thinking that Yuhua Women's School would be closer to home, and Zhen Yiyun, who was her sister, was also in it. It is also convenient for sisters to go to school together. Now that have changed to the Kyoto Women's School, it is far away, and it is inconvenient to go back and forth...

Of course, Zhen Tingyun was not stupid. He knew that Mr. Pei was talking to himself. If he wanted to live out, he had to explain a thing or two to others. Mr. Pei's words were the best reason. Even when it comes to the outside world, parents can't bear their daughter running back and forth on the road, and they only teach her to work hard in her studies. Such a reason can't be picked out by outsiders.

Therefore, Pei Shi and Zhen Fu agreed.

Zhen Tingyun's clenched palms loosened, and there was a smile on his face, and he answered crisply: "Yes, my daughter knows."

Mr. Pei lowered his eyes, glanced at Zhen Tingyun again, and sighed: He is indeed a smart one, and it is easy to understand.

Thinking of this, Mrs Pei glanced at Father Zhen again.

Zhen's father treated Pei's heart so much that he could see Pei's braised pig's head as the number one beauty in the world, and at this time he also nodded tenderly.

After all, Mrs. Pei is not a procrastinator. Since she has already made a decision, she simply does it well, and then goes on: "There is also the matter of the store - that is what your aunt brought in exchange for the certificate, although Mingzhu was not admitted. , but your aunt is ashamed, so she asked me to bring it to you. Later, I will ask someone to send the house deed and account book to your house, and some congratulations from your aunt to congratulate you on the list. Take it all together. The Zhuangzi shop is yours now, you can take care of it yourself in the future, if there is anything you don’t understand…”

After a slight pause, Mrs. Pei said, "If there is anything you don't understand, you can come and ask me at that time."

Zhen Tingyun almost doubted whether Pei's family had been replaced - even if he was beaten, he couldn't be like taking a panacea, and all his orifices would be opened at once, right?

However, Mrs. Pei didn't have the mind to say more, she waved her hand and said, "It's getting late, you can go back too, my father and I are going to rest." Although she no longer expressed her anger and hatred for her daughter, she really wanted to say No matter how much she likes this daughter—the kind of mother's love doesn't mean that it can burst out. She also has a complicated mood towards Zhen Tingyun at this time, so she can only treat it as normal as possible.

For this reason, Father Zhen was also very relieved.

Speaking of which, Mrs. Pei's braised pig-head-like face wasn't entirely slapped by Mrs. Pei - although he was old and strong, his daughter was already married and he didn't beat him much, so he slapped him twice in total. It's just that Mrs. Pei's slap was obviously more solid than Father Zhen's, and Pei's cheeks were tender and swollen after two hits.

Zhen's father was not there at the time. When he came back and saw his wife's appearance, his heart was also very painful. The husband and wife were face to face, and they almost didn't hug each other and cry. After staying at Pei's house for dinner, saying goodbye to go home, and sitting in the carriage, Mrs. Pei regained some energy. She covered her face and talked to Father Zhen.

Because her face was already red and swollen, and she cried again and again, it was naturally even more swollen, and it looked more like a braised pig's head.

Zhen's father had always felt sorry for Pei's, but he was soft-hearted by her hot tears. Now, seeing his wife, he finally turned around. He didn't care about his daughter. Go back with Mr. Pei.

Zhen Tingyun could only: "..."

Alas, can only say that this world is full of wonders. If you don’t live to the end, you don’t know what will happen, let alone what incredible changes a person will produce.

Zhen Tingyun thought about it for a while and then ignored it. He took the bird's nest given by Fu Changxi and prepared to stew the bird's nest for Mrs. Zhen tomorrow.

As a result, Mrs. Zhen heard the news that Pei's was beaten into a braised pig's head that night, she was more happy than eating bird's nest, she held Zhen Tingyun's hand and said, "Oh, how else would people call a man?" The head of the family'? The head of the family must have a man who understands in his heart and can be cruel. The father-in-law looks kind, but he has a very clear mind, and he can do it..."

She and Pei's mother-in-law and daughter-in-law didn't get along for so many years, and they couldn't see each other, but for the sake of Mr. Pei, Mrs. Zhen couldn't help but not touch Pei's finger, and she didn't know how many years of fire she had held in her heart.

Now, Mrs. Pei personally beat him. The old lady Zhen was so refreshed, she felt that the anger in her heart for many years was out.

Zhen Tingyun sighed secretly, and then persuaded Mrs. Zhen to take advantage of the situation: "Yes, my grandfather's hand is indeed very powerful. Speaking of which, he is afraid that the old man is also for the peace of our family in the future. Now my grandfather has taken action, You have taught your mother a lesson. As an elder, you have to show your mind, but it’s not good to be angry with your mother. Otherwise, wouldn’t it be a waste of my grandfather’s painstaking efforts? By the way, the wound on my mother’s face has not yet healed. The mother-in-law should also show an attitude, and she will have to send some medicine later, so it's not good to joke about this."

"I know. That's what I told you. I will definitely treat her well in front of people." Madam Zhen responded casually, and while she was talking, she felt a little wronged, "Since she When I came to the capital, I was bored in the courtyard all day long and never went out. When did I get angry with your mother again?! That is to say, she always remembers old things and looks for trouble when she has nothing to do..."

Zhen Tingyun then said: "You should treat it as an elder and don't care about the younger generation, just close your eyes and go. Just treat it as your father and brother Heng'er."

Madam Zhen muttered in her mouth, not happy in her heart.

Zhen Tingyun had to go up and pull her arm, and begged her softly: "Grandma, I'm going to go to women's school now. If you keep doing this, I don't worry about going to women's school."

Madam Zhen just listened to her granddaughter mentioning her son and granddaughter, and her heart was a little soft. Now, seeing the pitiful appearance of her granddaughter, she couldn't help her granddaughter's soft pleading, so she nodded: "It's alright, alright, I'll take it. Seeing your father and brother Heng'er, don't bother with her."

The god is pitiful, the Pei family had to be raised because of the injury on her face, and she was taught by Mrs. Pei. She calmed down a little, and followed to meditate and recuperate. Looking like a good mother-in-law, the one who delivered medicine and soup did not take the opportunity to embarrass Mrs. Pei.

As a result, the Zhen family, who has always been a little angry, got this short-lived peace.

Zhen's father is the biggest beneficiary of the relationship. He is so happy when he is in a happy event.

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Because Pei's and Zhen's father agreed simply, Zhen Tingyun devoted himself to packing up his belongings for the next few days, preparing to take it to the women's school.

Naturally, Mrs. Zhen also helped to clean up. I heard that the female school still does not allow female students to lead girls, so she could not help but persuade her granddaughter: "It's just a little way, why don't you still live at home? You live there alone, We are also not at ease..." After a pause, he muttered in a low voice, "Also, your mother has changed her attitude after seeing it in the past few days, so you don't have to go out in such a hurry."

Zhen Tingyun is also very good at persuading Mrs. Zhen: "There are two carriages in the family, one is used by my father in the court, and the other is to take my sister to Yuhua Girls' School. If I live at home, why not pay it back? Do I have to add another carriage? Now that there is a carriage, I have to hire another coachman? These coins add up to a lot..."

Mrs. Zhen did the calculations herself, and felt that it would be more cost-effective to live in a female school, and then she had to worry about her granddaughter’s apprenticeship—Mrs. Chu had told Zhen Tingyun before that the apprenticeship ceremony was best done in Before enrolling, there will be people talking behind their backs after enrolling.

Of course, Mrs. Chu is not a flamboyant temperament, and she has no plans to make a big deal.

Mrs. Chu told her like this: "Originally, I was concerned about these, sooner or later. It's just that after entering the school, there will be a joint entrance examination between the two schools. I guess your grades will not be very good by then. When I hold the apprenticeship ceremony, many people will definitely say that I'm blind, so it's better to do it now - anyway, your top five grades in the entrance examination are not bad."

Zhen Tingyun was also a little worried when he heard it. He nodded in response, and by the way, he asked the question that he had been puzzled for for a long time: "Sir, which five tops are my five tops and one tops?"

In fact, she wanted to ask herself which subject she took the B test.

Mrs. Chu naturally saw the question she wanted to ask, and she didn't hide it from her, and replied directly: "Only your calligraphy got a B. It's a fun thing, the teacher hesitated for a long time, and finally gave you an A. So , these two doors have to be careful in the future."

Zhen Tingyun made a note in his heart, got up and respectfully responded.

Therefore, as soon as the two sides agreed, the date of apprenticeship was set on June 28th - June 30th, and the school would begin.

Although Zhen Tingyun had already talked to Yuan Hui about his apprenticeship, he still felt uneasy at this time. Furthermore, she will be going to school soon, and she will be able to come back every few days. She also has to come out during the festivals, but going in and out at that time will definitely not be as convenient as it is now, and it is impossible to see Mr. Yuan Hui all the time.

Thinking about it like this, she felt even more at ease. After thinking about it, she felt that she still had to go and see Yuan Hui before her apprenticeship. Talking to him could be considered the last time before entering school.

Zhen Tingyun thought about it in his heart, and he told Zhen's father Pei again, and specially asked Liushun to take the jade pendant to the other courtyard to explain a few words to Yuan Hui's guards, and the two sides agreed on a date to meet.

In fact, Fu Changxi also worried about Zhen Tingyun's marriage for a while, but he couldn't think of a suitable candidate, so he put the matter on hold. Now that he heard that Zhen Tingyun was coming again, he couldn't help but remember. It's an old thing, and picked up the question that just put on hold and thought about it again.

After thinking about it for a long time, couldn't help but walk for a while when discussing matters.

Elder Pei Ge felt strange and asked with concern, "The DPRK has been stable these few days. I wonder why the lord is so worried?"

Fu Changxi couldn't say "I was thinking of picking a husband for your granddaughter", so he had to make a few perfunctory sentences.

After waiting for the court, Fu Changxi returned to the palace, and Tang He, a close official, had to ask a few questions: "Your Highness has been thinking about it recently, what's the problem?"

As a minister, he originally wanted to share his master's worries. Seeing Fu Changxi's distressed appearance, he naturally had no choice but to ask.

Tang He was also considered an old man by Fu Changxi's side. Back then, he became a vassal when he was young, and he went to a place like the Northern Xinjiang. But Tang He is willing to accompany him to the past. After so many years, he has never changed his mind, which shows his loyalty.

Moreover, after all these years, the two have a good relationship in private, but they can talk. There are some things that are difficult to say to others, but can also say a few words to him.

Therefore, Fu Changxi pondered for a while, but he didn't seem to be so perfunctory to Pei Ge, but asked first: "I heard people say that women from ordinary people outside are mostly fourteen or fifteen years old and want to marry. Man, it's too late for some people to get married at the age of ten..."

Tang Heshi didn't know why his lord suddenly became worried about this, but he answered honestly, "It's true."

Fu Changxi pursed his lips and stopped talking.

Tang He bowed to one side and waited patiently for him to continue.

Sure enough, after a while, Fu Changxi continued: "You know, Tingyun, she will be in school next year. I think I am only her student, and I taught it by hand, so I must give her to her as a teacher. Looking for a good marriage, it's not good for her to miss her life."

Tang He can be considered to understand what his prince is thinking these days.

But it was because he understood that he was even more speechless: you treat Miss Zhen like this, it's not like a husband treats a student.

What kind of gentleman would send someone eight hundred miles to go back to the royal palace in northern Xinjiang to get a "Women's History" for the students' birthdays? Not to mention the priceless "Women's History", he still refused to reveal his intentions when he sent the painting, so he had to put this priceless ancient painting in a box of jewels and send it together - the awkward mind here is really. Not much to say...

Which gentleman would send someone to take care of the students in private, for fear that they would be wronged a little bit, and would beat the courtiers and patriarchs over a trivial matter?

Which gentleman would be so worried about his student's marriage?

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Moreover, it's all like this, his own prince really didn't realize it at all?

Tang He didn't know what to say, let alone whether to remind the other party, so he could only vaguely say: "This kind of thing always depends on Miss Zhen's own meaning."

He looked at the girl Zhen who didn't seem to be ruthless to his own prince, but it was just a coincidence that the two of them didn't seem to be enlightened, and it was a coincidence that they met like this.

How could Fu Changxi not hear Tang He's perfunctory, somewhat displeased, then he thought: Tang He's family has several wives and concubines, this is definitely not good. Therefore, he didn't tell Tang Heduo, just waved his hand and said, "Okay, you can go down too, and hurry up and bring in today's official documents."

Thinking of going to see Zhen Tingyun in the Xishan Courtyard the next day, can't help but think about what to wear tomorrow...

After being out of his mind for a while, Tang He had come in from outside the door with a large stack of official documents in his hand.

To Fu Changxi's gaze, Tang He took the initiative to explain: "His Royal Highness is going to the Xishan Courtyard tomorrow, so the minister will bring the official documents for today and tomorrow together?"

Fu Changxi: "..."

Fu Changxi only looked at the thickness of the large stack of official documents, and he knew that he might only be able to sleep for two or three hours tonight.

But these are not easy to make mistakes, Fu Changxi had to curse a few words in his heart, quickly opened an official document, and read it carefully.

It wasn't until the third watch that Fu Changxi rubbed his brows and asked someone to wash and change clothes. He went to the inner room to lie down for a while, and after waking up, he had to go to the Xishan Courtyard.