Ruhai was thinking about Daiyu and was worried. Suddenly, he heard a reply from the outside saying that Mr. Zhao had come to visit. Ruhai ordered Zhao Fusheng to come in.
The two of them had just finished talking when they started talking about the pass. Suddenly, they changed the topic and said,""If it wasn't for your reminder twice, I would not have known that Guo 'er could be used like this. I have an idea. What do you think?”
Zhao Fusheng said," After all, our family has a long history. Although Second Miss Lin is a weak woman, her bloodline is still the same as her father and brother. It's just that we don't pay much attention to it." What do you think, Master Lin?”
Ru Hai said," I have no children in my life. I only have Dai 'er, so it's always a little desolate. When I was still alive, I discussed with me and wanted to adopt her, but it never happened. Now that I've mentioned it again, I feel that it's not bad. Firstly, she has the protection of my Lin Manor, so it's easier for her than being an orphan. Secondly, it's because of her selfishness. I know that my body is like a withered lamp, but my Dai 'er is also sick and weak. If the two of them support each other, I think it will be better than two orphans in the future. What do you think?"
Zhao Fusheng shook his head and said," Back then, I was suppressed because I went against my superior. My career was not smooth. It was Duke Lin who helped me and saved my life. Although I'm not your disciple, I'm grateful for your love." However, if we talk about this matter, even if it's a public and private matter, I have to express my loyalty and go against the king.”
Ru Hai sighed and said," We're working together to discuss politics. I'm afraid we haven't considered everything thoroughly. The greatest taboo is to take into account personal likes and dislikes. This matter is the same. Just say your opinion."”
Zhao Fusheng nodded and bowed before saying,""In terms of whether she is adopted or not, she is Lin Zhidong's tiger daughter. Her ancestors, fathers, and brothers sacrificed their lives for the country. The Emperor will naturally pity her, and the generals and soldiers will naturally love her. She was adopted. She was Duke Lin's daughter. Although she was also from a marquis 'family, she could not compare to the prestige and achievements that her family had accumulated through blood and heads. Judging from how Master Lin handled the Zhang family's crime, Master Lin would definitely agree.”
Ru Hai nodded.
Zhao Fusheng continued," The above is a consideration of the weight of power. If Second Miss Lin is a man, then there is no need to discuss it. It is better not to adopt her." However, since Second Miss Lin was a girl, she naturally had to consider her marriage and her mother's family. She was an orphan, which was a disadvantage. If she was adopted by Lord Lin, she would become the daughter of a scholarly family and the pearl of a powerful marquis. This was naturally a huge advantage. However, since Master Lin said that his body was like a withered lamp, if he adopted the Second Young Lady and she became an orphan again, so what?”
Ru Hai said,"If that's the case, I'm afraid she'll have the reputation of being a jinx to her parents."”
"That's right," said Zhao Fusheng. This was already the worst thing that could happen to a girl. After Lin Gong's death, what else would she have other than the title of Marquis? Lin Gong was always worried about his future and had always thought about the Young Lady of the residence. It could be seen that this title and Young Lady's future were useless, so why bother adopting Second Young Lady Lin? I think that Master Lin's plan must be to praise Second Young Lady Lin so that the Young Lady of the residence can have a sister. If she is unlucky in the future, she will have someone to rely on. I also know that as parents, for the sake of their children's well-being, there will always be people who are not dedicated. However, Master Lin is in the middle of the game. This method is biased and wrong.”
When Ru Hai heard these words, he slumped down, tears falling like pearls. He said,"Mr. Zhao's words are very reasonable and right. I was too selfish and narrow-minded. Only you don't know that my Dai 'er really makes people unable to let go at ease.”
" Master Lin," Zhao Fusheng sighed." Although I don't know how Young Lady is, I know a thing or two about Second Young Lady's personality." She was meticulous and considerate in every aspect of the residence. She treated Duke Lin as her father and Miss as her flesh and blood sister. If she was successful, she would protect her sisters. However, if she was also in the swamp and couldn't get out, how could she care about Miss? If you trust me and listen to me, don't mention the word of adoption again. She is smart and if she hears it, she will definitely see through your selfishness. It's not good to have a grudge.”
Ru Hai nodded and said," It's true that she and Dai 'er are in a good relationship. Usually, at home, they joke around. Although she's younger than Dai' er by a few days, she's against Dai 'er's care and concern. She never misses anything."”
"If that's the case, why do you have to draw a snake and talk about adoption?" Zhao Fusheng said. When she was young, she learned martial arts and was more knowledgeable than her brother. I saw that she was ambitious. Since Master Lin knew that Miss would be in a difficult situation in the future and had no other way to solve it, how could he not put all his eggs in one basket and gamble? If he won the bet, Miss would be even more honorable.”
Ru Hai got up and grabbed Zhao Fusheng's hand,""I don't ask for her to be noble, I just want her to be safe. Teacher, teach me how to do what I dare.”
"Please come over and listen to me, Master Lin," said Zhao Fusheng.”He told her about this and that. When Ru Hai heard this, he had a strange expression on his face. He was bewildered, but he finally let it go. He shook his head and sighed,"Although this is a no-chips gamble, the chances of winning are slim to none. I wonder why a steady person like Mister Zhao would have such a ridiculous idea.”
Zhao Fusheng shook his head and smiled bitterly.""I've already told Duke Lin the truth. As for what to choose, it's up to you. Mr. Lin, please rest well. There are many things to do. I'll go first.”
Ever since Aunt Jia vomited blood when she died, Ruhai had been bedridden every day. Even if he had the strength to sit up on his back and spread out the cost of production, his eyes were foggy and he could not read or write.
Although he couldn't handle official business and had taken leave, Ruhai couldn't help but worry about the people. He asked Lin Er to take out a statement and read it to him. He also dictated a few sentences written on behalf of Lin Er, but most of the time, he was confused.
Second Attendant Lin was sick in front of Ruhai's bed. Knowing that he was worried about business, he took the time to help him. However, the Sea God suddenly woke up and wanted to ask again. Lin Er also repeated it and told him.
After Ri Ru Hai drank the medicine, he suddenly asked,"Was the journey from the capital peaceful?" How many days will it take?"
"It's stable. Three days at the fastest, seven days at the slowest," Lin Er said.”
"Forget it," Ruhai said. He didn't know what to do.
"How's the matter in the pass?" Ru Hai asked.”
Lin Er thought it was his first time talking about it and said with a smile,""There's news that the Zhang Second Young Lady has already sailed down the river and arrived at Eldest Brother Zhou's house two days ago. I'll be able to meet her tomorrow.”
Ru Hai was startled and said,"I was muddle-headed from my illness. I didn't know that six days had already passed." "You go tomorrow." She suddenly stopped talking.
Lin Er saw that his mouth was open but there was no sound, so he asked,""What does uncle want to tell me?"
A moment later, Ru Hai smiled bitterly." I know I should instruct you and teach you something, but I forgot the words when they were on the tip of my tongue. When I thought about it again, my mind was empty and I couldn't even recite the Three Character Classic.”
"Uncle is tired." Lin Er covered Ru Hai with a blanket and said,""Uncle, since you want to instruct me, you don't have to say it out loud. Like my father, uncle only has two things in his heart. One is the safety of the people of the world, and the other is the joy of his children. What uncle wants to tell me is Guanxia County and Daiyu. Uncle doesn't say it, but Guo 'er understands.”
"Yes, yes," Ru Hai quickly nodded,"Dai 'er is the one I want to remind you about." You have to remember, don't forget." Lin Er's heart was sour.
"You're fourteen, right? Did your father give you a name?"”
"I was still young when my father passed away, and I was a girl," Lin Er said.”
Ru Hai said," Your relationship with Eldest Brother Zhou and Second Young Lady Zhang is also for proper business. It's not appropriate to use your maiden name. Uncle has entrusted you with this. If there's nothing else to give you or to help you, I'll give you a name." Bring me a brush and ink."
Lin Erqin took out a pen and paper and sat up like a sea. He held the pen and shook it non-stop as if it weighed a thousand pounds. At least he managed to calm his breathing. He raised his hand to move the pen and wrote the word "Ming" on the paper. He wanted to explain the meaning behind it, but he seemed to have forgotten to open his mouth without making a sound. In the end, he lost all his strength and lay down on the bed.
The six days were up in the blink of an eye, and Lin Er had already made preparations. He went to pay his respects at Ru Hai's place and was about to leave when Ru Hai suddenly struggled and sent him to the door. He took the black brocade cloak from the maidservant's hand and handed it to Lin Er, saying,"Ming 'er, this journey will be very difficult. It will be difficult for a girl like you. Uncle will give you this black brocade cloak. I hope it will protect you from the cold and keep you warm.”
Lin Er put on the cloak, and his eyes couldn't help but heat up. He almost shed tears, as if he really did feel a little warmer. She saw that Ru Hai was withered and his eyes were filled with hope. She immediately knelt down and said,"Lin Ming thanks uncle for your generous gift.”
Lin Guer and Lin Ming pulled their robes and boarded the carriage. Suddenly, they heard a few servant girls shouting in panic, shouting "Master". They did not have to turn around to know that there was chaos. Lin Ming couldn't hold back her tears anymore. In order to cover it, she shook her arms and covered her face with a black cloak. After sitting in the car, she said in a deep voice,"Let's go, don't stop."
The carriage and horse traveled through the streets and alleys. When they passed the market, it was as if they were walking in a noisy and lively place. Lin Ming sat in the carriage and pretended not to hear it. When they left the downtown area and passed the poor land, the cries of beggars and sick women by the roadside shook the sky, but she also pretended not to hear it.
When he arrived at the code gang, he submitted a post and was welcomed by a servant.
Lin Ming and the Zhou family's girls continued to greet each other. They laughed and talked quite freely. When he talked about the suffering of the disaster victims to the second daughter of the Zhang family, he couldn't help but feel angry and tears welled up in his eyes.
When the second young mistress of the Zhang family first saw her noble family, she immediately felt that Lin Ming was elegant and not as charming as the other young misses. She was indeed a " strange woman." Thinking about how her parents and sisters had always used luxurious clothes and rare jewelry to make up for their appearance, she felt that she had fallen behind and was secretly ashamed.
Looking at Lin Ming's black brocade robe again, it was dignified but not ostentatious, noble but not revealing, adding to his decisiveness and fortitude. He was even more convinced. When he heard her speak, he wished he could record down every word and learn to read it sooner or later.
Lin Er talked about the situation in the pass and then carefully described the scene of the parents starving to death and the children crying. He couldn't help but feel emotional. The second daughter of the Zhang family was very touched. She often wiped her tears with a handkerchief and cried,"After listening to elder sister's words, I realized that I am narrow-minded and ugly. Because I admire younger sister's noble character, imitating her is no different from imitating others. What my sister said is exactly what the people are anxious about and what I want. However, my words are not important and I'm afraid I can't shake father's decision.”
Lin Ming took Zhang Er's hand and said in a deep voice,""Since your heart is high, why should you be afraid of small words? We have the heart to plan for the tens of thousands of people in the pass. We just have to do it with all our might. I can't sit idly by. Please bring me to see Uncle Zhang. I can only say half a word to persuade him. Only then can we have a place to vent our enthusiasm.”
The Zhang Clan's second young mistress hesitated at first, but was finally persuaded. Lin Ming made a prompt decision and said,""Since that's the case, the two of us can return and meet Cao Tou.”
Since the Zhou family's young lady wanted to stay, Lin Ming said,""There are more than a hundred casualties in a day.!”
Little Miss Zhou was also inspired. She thought that she was also a person who made big decisions and pleaded for the people. She said that she would go. Lin Ming immediately said happily,"With one more person, the hope of the people in the pass will increase.”
The few of them agreed not to tell Eldest Brother Zhou the truth. They only said that Second Young Lady Zhang was going back and asked Third Young Lady Zhou, Little Young Lady Zhou, and Second Young Lady Lin to go to the residence to see the flowers and play. Then they boarded the boat and left.
The girls of the Zhang and Zhou families thought that they had hidden it from Boss Zhou and were still rejoicing. Suddenly, they saw Lin Ming standing at the bow of the boat with his hands behind his back. His eyes were looking at the rolling river, and his black brocade cloak was dancing like ink. It was really extremely heavy and sad. Everyone knew that she was so worried about the country and the people. The few of them immediately stopped talking and did not dare to laugh anymore.
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