mtl008 Chapter 355 Entering the Capital
Chapter 355 Entering the Capital
The journey to Beijing was not peaceful. In addition to the pursuers, there were also bandits blocking the road. In addition, entering the city to replenish food and vegetables would be difficult, and the government took the opportunity to exploit him. These unfair treatments also opened Shen Nanzhi's eyes.
As soon as Jiayi took out the regent's token, he dealt with both the government officials and the robbers along the way, just to relieve his master's worries in advance.
Shen Nanzhi didn't know that this was the token of the Regent. He just thought that Shen Huai'en's identity was pretty good. He must be the son of a big family. The thicker the golden thigh, the better.
The journey was like a journey to the West to obtain Buddhist scriptures. We went through 81 difficulties and finally arrived in the capital after half a year.
Looking at the majestic city walls and the three-meter-high gate, Shen Nanzhi looked calm. Where had she not been in her previous life? She had seen the ancient city walls a long time ago and admired the ancient architectural technology.
A real ancient city wall, with horses able to run on it and as wide as a main road, would be truly spectacular.
This was Zhao Jie'er's first time in the capital, so she was very surprised: "What a big city gate, Aunt Nanzhi, let's go in quickly."
She had followed Shen Nanzhi for the past six months, and her courage had grown tremendous. She could touch a corpse without batting an eyelid, and even dared to chop people with a dagger. She had also done the job of cutting necks to clean up the mess.
But Mrs. Gao was scared. If this continued, what kind of person would the child become?
Ang'er can now walk and is much healthier. He is no longer the skinny and weak puppy he used to be.
It stands steadily, with a serious face and no smile. Its fair and tender little face is chubby. Just looking at it makes you want to pinch it, it's so cute.
He was learning to speak, but his speech was incoherent, just a few words popping out, "Sister, go in."
"Okay, let's go into the city."
Shen Nanzhi knew that the time to say goodbye had come.
Mrs. Gao was also reluctant to let her go. If Miss Shen wasn't with them on this journey, they didn't know what would have happened to them.
Gao Shiheng was already waiting with his men. Mrs. Gao came forward excitedly and said, "Brother, why did you take the trouble to come pick us up?"
Gao Shiheng still had the same gentlemanly demeanor, graceful and elegant, and he held An Ge'er over and said, "An Ge'er is really well taken care of. I was worried about his health, so I prepared a royal doctor and many supplements, but it seems that they are not needed.
Did you have a smooth journey? I haven't thanked Miss Shen for taking care of you yet."
"That's right, Miss Shen is really my lucky benefactor. She helps me a lot every time I meet her. Big brother, you have to repay her well."
"Of course I will. I'll go over and say hello."
"it is good."
Mrs. Gao felt that her son's physical condition was also taken care of by Miss Shen. Although she didn't know what method she used, with Miss Shen's help, the child's body became stronger and stronger, and he no longer looked like a premature baby.
Mrs. Gao was filled with gratitude.
When Gao Shiheng saw Shen Nanzhi again, a complex look flashed in his eyes. This girl was more resolute and sharp than before, like a dusty sword being polished. The confidence and pride between her brows, and her unruly and wantonness made him unable to take his eyes away.
"Hello, Mr. Gao. Nice to see you again. Come to pick up Mrs. Gao."
"Well, I also came to thank Miss Shen for taking care of them. I have arranged a house in the capital. If Miss Shen doesn't mind, please give me a chance to repay you and let me help you."
Shen Nanzhi was about to refuse, but Jia said, "No need, our master has already arranged it. Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Gao.
Girl, let’s go into the city too.”
"Okay, thank you Mr. Gao for your kindness. I will visit the Gao family later. Sister Gao and I are also friends, and we will visit each other often in the future."
"That's as it should be."
Gao Shiheng glanced at Jia Yi and the others and sighed in his heart. With that person around, he was indeed not needed. But he just wanted to give it a try. Miss Shen was not the kind of person who would be manipulated by others.
Thinking of this, he smiled with more interest, and wanted to see how far that person could go.
At this moment, a child's cry sounded, and Zhao Jie'er's scolding sounded, "You deserve a beating, you deserve a beating, don't think you can bully me just because you are old, kneel down and apologize to me."
"Father, save me!"
It was Gao Shiheng’s son, named Gao Youqian, an eight or nine-year-old boy who was disliked by everyone. I don’t know how he offended Sister Zhao, but she caught him and beat him up, making him cry loudly.
Shen Nanzhi was surprised: "Mr. Gao, your child is this big now?"
A said, "Master Gao is so old, he must be married, isn't it normal to have children? But Mrs. Gao was unlucky and passed away at a young age, Master Gao is still single now, there are many rich girls in the capital who want to marry Master Gao."
This is not a secret, and everyone will know it if they ask. It’s just that Shen Nanzhi doesn’t pay attention to his life, so she doesn’t know.
Jiayi's words were also aimed at him, saying, "You are a divorced man, so don't try to show off in front of the girl."
Gao Youqian had been rescued by the servants over there, with a face full of grievance, "Father, my cousin is too fierce. I pulled her hair and she hit me. I don't like her. Send her away. I don't want her to live in our house."
Gao Shiheng's face didn't look good either, and he ordered, "Put him down, Zhao Jie'er, he's a bad mouth, I'll beat you up as I want, just don't beat you to death."
"Okay, uncle, don't worry, I know what I'm doing."
Gao Youqian was scared, but he didn't say anything softly: "If you dare to hit me, I will complain to my grandmother. She loves me the most. Let my grandmother spank you!"
Mrs. Gao's expression remained unchanged. This was something she had expected. A married daughter has no home. She is just a guest at her parents' home. If her husband's family does not treat her as a family member, her life will be difficult.
That's why she didn't divorce. Coming back to her parents' home would make everyone uncomfortable and would be a burden to her family, making life even more difficult.
Fortunately, she had the title of county princess, and the court granted her a county princess mansion. Although it was not big, it was her own home after all, enough for her and her children to live in.
It would be better to visit the Gao family or return to the county lady’s residence.
Living in Gao's house, the adults won't say anything. Children are always ignorant and it is unfair to the children.
Zhao Jie'er didn't fear her grandmother, she pulled him over with a sly smile and said, "Before your grandmother spanks me, I'll make your butt swell first, so you can learn a lesson and behave yourself when you see me, or I'll spank you every time I see you."
Gao Youqian was beaten and cried loudly, looking very pitiful. Fortunately, Mrs. Gao didn't want to embarrass her brother, so she rescued him.
Gao Youqian felt so wronged that he hugged Madam Gao's thigh and cried, "Aunt, please take care of her. A girl who is so fierce will never get married when she grows up."
Madam Gao laughed and said, "If you can't speak, just shut up. I won't care if Sister Zhao hits you."
"Oh, okay, I won't say anything. Don't let her hit me. Why is she so powerful?"
Gao Youqian often fought with others, but he had never suffered such a big loss. It was hard to imagine that he would be defeated by a little girl.
Shen Nanzhi touched her nose and pretended to look up at the sky. She was not to blame for this. She just taught Zhao Jieer a little. It would not be easy for a girl to suffer any harm if she learned some kung fu.
Isn’t this useful?
Gao Shiheng said goodbye to her and took Mrs. Gao and her family to the city to get together after they settled down.
Shen Nanzhi followed Jia Yi to the mansion that had been prepared in advance.
Walking through the bustling streets, which are lined with trees and crowded with people, one feels like watching the Qingming Festival on the River. It is worthy of being the important place under the feet of the emperor and the capital.
The road became more and more remote, with almost no pedestrians to be seen. We entered a long alley and the carriage team stopped at a side door where someone was already waiting.
These people kept their heads down and behaved very well. They didn't dare to look up at Shen Nanzhi, but just did their work quietly.
Yang Lingyu followed her in and looked at the unremarkable house. It turned out to be a different world inside, with rockery, flowing water, corridors, pavilions, and a scene every three steps. It was obvious that it was carefully arranged.
Yang Lingyu is the son of a prefect. When he was studying in the capital, he had visited the homes of his classmates, all of whom were important officials in the court. However, none of them had the exquisite and low-key scenery like here. This place is more elegant than those of his classmates' homes.
Sister Nan Zhi has such a powerful backer in the capital.
Yang Lingyu felt even more that he had followed the right person. Not only was Sister Nan Zhi very capable, but her connections were also not to be underestimated. She had taught so many officials a lesson, yet she walked all the way to the capital as if nothing had happened.
He even suspected that those officials were left for her to deal with.
Jiayi explained, "The master originally wanted to come and pick you up personally, but something happened and delayed him. Please stay here first, and the master will come back to apologize to you later."
"I don't dare to take on that role. I'm in someone else's territory. They are the masters, and I am at most a guest."
"No, the master said that you are the master of this mansion. If anyone dares to disrespect the young lady, you can just beat him to death."
Anxin and Anning looked around curiously, and after becoming familiar with Jiayi, they asked, "Who do you belong to? Are you leaving?"
I'm still a little reluctant to let them go, after all, they are my companions who have fought with me all the way here.
A said, "No, the master asked us to stay and serve the young lady. The young lady has just arrived, so we should at least get to know her better. If the young lady has anything to ask, just tell us."
"What can I do? Go and help Yang Lingyu prepare the tribute wine, and we can talk about the other things later."
"Yes, don't worry, girl."
It took them a quarter of an hour to reach the main courtyard. Shen Nanzhi saw the plaque on the door that read "Sinan Courtyard". There was a hint of meaning in his eyes. Was this guy doing this on purpose?
Finally, they sat down in the flower hall. The housekeeper came in with a group of maids and servants, knelt down and bowed deeply: "Old servant Xiangfeng greets the young lady. This old servant is the housekeeper of this mansion. Please give me your instructions, young lady."
"No need to be so polite, everyone, please get up. I'm just staying here temporarily, there's no need to be so troublesome."
Xiang Feng said: "Even if the young lady stays for one day, I will serve her well. This is the indenture of the slaves, please accept it."
A box was placed next to her. Shen Nanzhi looked at it meaningfully. He even gave her the indenture contract. Shen Huai'en was really scheming.
If he accepted it, it would be tantamount to agreeing to be the mistress of this mansion. Why didn't he show up?
Jiayi also looked at her worriedly, thinking that the girl might not be interested in her.
In the past, a country girl like the girl would not be worthy of being the master's foot-washing maid, but having followed the girl for so long, Jia Yi knew best how capable the girl was, and also knew her position in the master's heart, and he felt a little worried for the master.