Chapter 27 Mr. Yan

Therefore, outsiders only thought that there was a "Mr. Yan" in Jinling City who was as rich as a country, but never thought that he would be connected with the Du family in Sui'an City thousands of miles away.

And Du Jingyi once pretended to be this Mr. Yan and showed his face in front of everyone.

He never appeared again after that.

Therefore, everyone said that Yan Zhiqing was a mysterious dragon that could not be seen from head to tail.

It also added a lot of secrets to the wealth he had accumulated.

Sometimes it was said that there was a big man behind him, and sometimes it was said that he was so rich because he held a number of private mines and salts.

What's more, it was said that he worked for the Daxing royal family.

Although he was not an open imperial merchant, he was the person in charge in private.

These secrets made many jealous people very afraid.

Therefore, they dared not act rashly.

Thinking of this, Du Jingyi's face became more and more gloomy.

Those stupid relatives of the Du family wanted nothing more than these "open" Du family properties.

If that cousin Jingxian was a capable person, she also hoped that her parents could adopt him as their heir, so that there would be someone to take care of him in the future and to worship him after his death.

But their family was narrow-minded and stupid.

If they really inherited everything from the Du family, then the matter of Yan Zhiqing would be exposed sooner or later.

By then, the Du family would have no way out.

That's why she and her parents were so afraid.

Her mother handed the box to her in front of her husband Shang Ji.

First, she saw that the son-in-law was not the kind of person who would covet his wife's dowry.

Second, she just wanted her to take over Yan Zhiqing's affairs completely.

With the power of the Duke's Mansion and her husband, I'm afraid no one would dare to cause trouble for her without fear of death.

As long as she is there, Yan Zhiqing can "live" one more day.

The Du family had the possibility of escaping unscathed in this situation where the overall situation was initially settled and there were still turmoil in all directions.

After a long silence, Du Jingyi had made up his mind.

Then he said to the maid beside him.

"Cherry, put this box away carefully, and lock it tightly in the camphorwood box when you return to Xitang Courtyard. Do you understand?"

"Yes, Madam."

In the yard outside, the sun began to heat up.

The autumn tiger struggled for the last time, and Sui'an City would gradually become colder.

At the dinner table, the four people had their own thoughts.

But they had to pretend to be lively.

Madam Du asked the servants to put several famous dishes in Jinling City in front of her son-in-law Shang Ji.

She said with a smile.

"Second brother-in-law, try it and see if the chef's skills are authentic?"

Shang Ji said "hmm", and he was not polite.

He picked up a piece of sweet-scented osmanthus duck with his chopsticks.

After taking a bite, the meat was tender and juicy, which showed that the chef had some skills.

Then he tasted a few more bites of the beauty's liver, which was fresh, crisp and refreshing.

Shang Ji smiled slightly, which was rare.

Then he said.

"Father-in-law and mother-in-law are very attentive, and this chef is good."

Hearing his praise, the couple also felt relieved.

"Since you like it, eat more, or take this chef back, and you can eat it when you want."

Mr. Du was generous to outsiders, let alone his daughter and son-in-law.

Shang Ji was not polite and answered immediately.

"After a few days, when the general's mansion is repaired, I will come to ask for this chef."

This sentence made the couple raise their eyebrows.

They still didn't know that the emperor had bestowed ten thousand taels of gold and the general's mansion.

Therefore, they were a little curious.

"But we need to move?"

"Yes."

"General's Mansion?"

Shang Ji nodded, and Du Jingyi beside him explained.

"The general returned victoriously, so he received a reward from His Majesty. After the general's mansion is arranged in a few days, my daughter will ask parents to go and see it."

It's a good thing to be able to move out and live alone.

When the Du family heard this, they couldn't hide their smiles.

Let alone other things, even if they want to meet in the future, it will be simpler.

So they agreed.

After this meal, Shang Ji and Du Jingyi and his wife should go back.

However, Du Jingyi was reluctant to leave.

When Shang Ji saw her like this, he couldn't help but skip a beat in his heart.

It's strange to say.

He has only been with this second wife for three days since he returned home, but it seems that he has seen her a lot.

At first, she was dignified and generous, but she was disdainful when she was arguing with others, and she watched the fun without getting involved. She had a lot of sympathy for the harem.

Today, she looked like a daughter, but also had a frown that showed that she was worried.

An expression, a statement, all of which he kept in his heart.

If someone had told him before that his life would be tied to such a bright and lively person, he would definitely not believe it.

But at this moment, seeing her eyes full of tears.

Shang Ji had an idea that he couldn't bear.

So, he said to Du Jingyi and the Du family couple.

"Madam, why don't you have dinner here before going back? I'm going to the camp to inspect, and I'll pick you up and take you back to the mansion when the time comes. How about that?"

"Is that okay?"

As soon as Shang Ji finished speaking, Du Jingyi's eyes lit up.

Where her eyes moved, she was very charming.

Especially the dimples on her lips, which made her even more lovely and moving.

Who would not say a word after seeing this? This young lady of the Du family, the young lady of the Duke's Mansion, is really a peach blossom, shining brightly.

Shang Ji swallowed his saliva lightly at a subtle point.

But he had great self-control, so he nodded and said "hmm".

Then, he clasped his fists and said goodbye to the Du family couple.

"I will see the general out."

Du Jingyi said this with sincerity, so the ending tone was a little upbeat.

Shang Ji walked in front, and the corners of his mouth also curved in a place that Du Jingyi did not notice.

After sending him away, Du Jingyi quickly returned to Mingse Courtyard.

Mrs. Du now found everything in the house more pleasing to the eye, and even the unpleasant mood because of the trouble caused by her family members just now also almost dissipated.

"Tangtang..."

Mrs. Du called out as soon as Du Jingyi entered the door.

Without Shang Ji's presence, they were completely unrestrained.

"Mother..."

Du Jingyi hurried to Mrs. Du's side, nestling in her arms like a kitten.

Mrs. Du followed and patted her back gently.

The last time the mother and daughter were so close was a year ago.

"In the past, I was worried that you wouldn't get married, and when you got married, I was worried that you would be wronged. Today, after taking a closer look at your husband, your father and I can put our minds at ease. Apart from other things, he has no prejudice against us, which is good enough."

Mrs. Du never had high requirements for her son-in-law.

As long as he has noble character, a peaceful family, and a little ambition and the ability to cherish his wife, it is enough.