Chapter 1168: Not to the point of utter despair and darkness

tly hides silver to marry her son. Our family can't even afford to eat."Mother, you can't let this wretch get away with this! Isn't she clearly trying to starve you and Father to death"Also, Little Ti...Chapter 1168: Not Quite Despair and Darkness

After Yuanbao returned, the entire atmosphere and state of the Zong family seemed to be completely renewed. The Mu clan, especially fond of their precious grandson, cried with joy. They hadn't seen him for too long.

This kid is so sweet, he hugs everyone when he comes back home. He's so good at charming the whole family that their eyes are all a bit red from crying and laughing.

Zong Bai and Yu Lian were also, circling around their little nephew, constantly asking him how his life in the army was, and asking him if his father had mistreated him or something like that.

Yuanbao, however, unexpectedly didn't speak ill of Zongyu. Instead, when he mentioned his father, his eyes shone with admiration and longing.

"Auntie, Father would never stoop to bullying someone as insignificant as me."

"I'm running errands with General Zhou right now. When I grow up a bit more, I can start training with weapons."

"A Jade Treasure won't always be a novice, one day I will grow up, challenge Father, and surpass him."

The little ones were full of passion and ambition, making the Mu family and everyone else burst into laughter.

"Very good, very good. It's a good thing Yuanbao has such aspirations."

"Your father is indeed very capable, but your aunt believes Yuanbao will certainly become an even more capable general in the future."

Yuanbao giggled, showing a row of tiny teeth, his smile as sweet and innocent as a little glutinous rice dumpling.

This boy was born with fair skin. Even after serving in the military for so long, he didn't get tanned at all, which made Jade Lotus jealous to the point of madness.

Jin Yu and Zhao Yun stood to one side, exchanging glances. They weren't sure whether or not they should bring up their marriage at this time.

With the chaos in the capital, the Zhao family had no heart to attend to Zhao Yun's marriage. Moreover, when they learned that Jin Yu was adopted as a granddaughter by the old lady of the Marquis Wu Ding's mansion, they were so pleased that they wished to wholeheartedly approve this match.

Now, everyone in the capital knows that the Duke of Wuding's mansion is the anchor of the city. The Xixia people dare to cause chaos in the palace and set fire to houses in Dongcheng.

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dared not make trouble at the Duke of Wuding's residence.

Now being able to marry into the Hou's family is a great thing for them, it shows that their son is highly valued by the Marquis.

The progress from the Zhao family side was unexpectedly smooth. Now, the wedding of the two just awaits approval from the old mistress and mistress.

Jin Yu tugged at Zhao Yun's sleeve, motioning for him to remain silent.

Her condition has been very poor lately, and Jin Yu is also very worried. Now is definitely not the time to talk about marriage. In fact, she didn't want to bring it up herself.

But Zhao Yun had a bad feeling in his heart. The capital city was starting to become chaotic, and he feared that if he didn't propose now, he might never have the opportunity again.

Xia and Da Xi, there will eventually be a battle. The day they fight, he will leave home for the battlefield. Whether he can survive to return is uncertain.

Zhao Yun was also feeling conflicted inside. Before, he had nothing to worry about and lived alone. When he went into battle, he didn't fear life or death, only charging forward bravely.

Only after he had the jade did he understand the urgency in the Marquis's desire to return home, and he understood why the Marquis could escape from death so many times.

It was the longing to return home and see his family that kept him going.

After marriage, if he really died on the battlefield, he wouldn't be coming back. Thinking about it still feels a bit sorry for Jinyu.

If you think about it this way, it's actually better if they don't get married. She can remarry later and won't have to be a widow.

So, the goldfish shook its head and Zhao Yun instinctively followed suit, quietly moving a few steps backward with her.

Just then, Fang Jinshu arrived.

She took a shower, ate a meal, changed her clothes, and her previous dejected appearance seemed to have recovered.

Everyone was overjoyed to see her.

"Jinxiu, you, you came." Mu shi was so excited she didn't know what to say.

Fearing she might say the wrong thing and remind her daughter-in-law of sad memories, she finally managed to utter just one sentence: "You're here."

Fan Jinshu bowed to her mother-in-law, and Yulian and Zongbei were so excited that they both cried. It was great, sister-in-law had finally recovered.

"Sister-in-law, you scared us to death! We thought that you were going to ignore us forever and never come out again."

Fang Jinshi smiled.

"No, don't worry about it."

Although Zong Bai was a man, he was so excited that he didn't cry like his sister. He just felt overjoyed that his sister-in-law had finally made it through.

"Sister-in-law, I'm just glad you're okay."

"I'm sorry to have worried you all this time," Fang Jinshu walked before the crowd.

"Everything is fine for now, but the situation in Beijing is becoming increasingly tense. We need to prepare early."

"Sister-in-law, what should we prepare"

Fang Jinshu turned her head to look at Yulian, “Yulian, your confinement is lifted, I now want to entrust you with a very important matter.”

Jade Lotus immediately became serious upon hearing this. Great, she no longer had to stay home and be a waste of space.

"Sister-in-law, you speak."

"I've made several deals with merchants from Wumeng, and the goods they transported should have been docked at the pier for several days now."

"My Lady," Chang He stepped forward and said, "I have already sent people back to Jinxiu Mountain Villa with that batch of goods. Brother Zong Hu and his family are also there, staying at the mountain villa outside the city."

Fāng Jǐnxiù nodded slightly.

Well done.

The long river was indeed her best helper.

"Yu Lian, go to the mountain villa and help Brother Zong Hu. Remember the salt extraction method I taught you before"

Jade Lotus nodded, "Remember."

"Then it's settled, you go and refine the salt. Keep it a secret, don't let word get out."

"Just leave those jade stones alone, I have my own plans for them."

"Please bring Zhao Yunni back, oh. Leave the several estates outside the city to be managed by Uncle Zong Hu and Sister Yan'er."

Please also tell them that I apologize. They took their children to the capital hoping to enroll them in a good academy, but it seems like that won't be possible now.

Yu Lian said, "Sister-in-law, no one expected the capital to suddenly become like this. How could you be blamed Brother Zong Hu and Sister-in-law Yan'er are not unreasonable people; they will understand."

"I'm going to the mountain lodge now."

"Well, drive carefully."

After Yulian left, Fang Jinshu continued speaking.

"Jiang, Jiang Chuang is in charge of the wine shops operated by Yuan Buyu. Starting today, Jinxiu Mountain Villa will no longer provide any vegetables or food to them."

“All orders, including those from other noble families in the capital, are canceled.”

Chang He was stunned, "Cancel the order Madam, what about all this food"

Fang Jinshu looked towards the long river, "Don't worry, every plant we grow will be used, and we'll have the people in the manor continue planting, the more the better."

"Chang He, after Zhao Yunni arrives, the Marquis's Mansion will be temporarily managed by her. You should reorganize the vegetable stall and reopen it."

"However, this time the main purpose of opening the door is not for business. Let's set up a porridge stall, you take care of the details."

"We must uphold the reputation of Jinxiu Garden, this is the best time to build our reputation."

"Yes, madam. The Long River is where we are going."

Although the madam said it was to accumulate reputation for the vegetable farm, in reality this action could save many lives.

Those who had lost their homes to the fire roamed the streets, hungry and desperate, waiting for death.

When the porridge shop opens, these people can at least get through this difficult period. They won't be facing utter despair and darkness.er of the old house, being tormented mercilessly by the four demons and ghosts that resided there.As soon as they thought of this, their hearts ached with pain, it was unbearable.Zhong Pingkang dashed...