Too high to reach

Chapter 93 Signs of Rise to Power
"Let's go back!" Mo Rushan sighed.

Everyone slurped into the house.

Mo Rushan sat down, pointed to the chair in front of him, and said to Mo Yi, "Sit!"

Then, everyone, some sitting and some standing, gathered around Mo Yi, creating the impression of a joint trial.

"Yi girl, what's going on?" Mo Rushan asked.

"Uncle, I rarely even leave the house. Whenever I go out, I'm either with my father or my mother. So, I have absolutely no idea what happened today, and I can't guess what happened!" I have to make it clear from the start, otherwise it will never end.

Although this answer was within Mo Rushan's expectations, he still hoped that asking would solve the mystery.

The people who came today are not people that the Mohists can match.

Even someone like him, who sounds like a fourth-rank official, doesn't usually have to attend the morning court session, and his work is unnecessary!

Only at special grand court assemblies and large palace banquets could one have the privilege of seeing the Emperor from a great distance.

Not all officials have the opportunity to have an audience with the emperor.

I couldn't help but recall what had happened at home recently: Mowen's marriage went better than expected.

Mo Yi and Liang You's relationship was originally just good.

But he never expected Liang You to have such good fortune, which greatly excited him.

But then I thought... Mo Yi might not be able to handle it!

Sure enough, she fell and got injured while looking at the girls, so things didn't go well... But I never expected that this girl would cause such a mess!
Could it be that the signs of the Mohist school's rise to power are manifesting in this young woman?!
Thinking of this, beads of sweat appeared on his forehead... Looking at Mo Yi again, he realized for the first time that this girl... was really pretty!
What's even more admirable is that she's so generous and composed at such a young age!

Suddenly, he became excited, a strange smile appearing on his lips... He stared straight at Mo Yi.

His gaze was a little intimidating, and Mo Yi shrank back.

"Brother, Yi Yi is just a little girl, how would she know what's going on? Why are you glaring at her? Don't scare her!" Mo Ruhai said unhappily.

After such a big incident, the girl was still sitting calmly. Madam Wang was so anxious for her that she wanted to grab her and interrogate her! Suddenly, she had a thought: "Could it be that the Lady of the Marquis told the Empress about Liang You's marriage, and the Empress wants to take a look herself?"

Mo Ruhai glanced at Wang Shi with disdain: "Can you say something plausible? Don't even mention that Liang You is still far from becoming the Marquis of Jing'an. Even if he were a marquis now, his marriage might not necessarily catch the Emperor and Empress's eye! Unless they want him to marry a princess!"

"Then tell me what happened?" Madam Wang reacted very quickly this time!

Mo Ruhai was stuck there.

"Stop talking!" Mo Rushan adopted a parental tone: "What did you say to Aunt Zhao in the end?"

At that time, none of the Mo family members moved forward, so they didn't hear it.

"Mo Yi said to Aunt Zhao: The Mo family is a small and insignificant family with limited resources. We don't know why the lady and you have come here. We are worried that things will not be peaceful at home, so we would like to ask Aunt Zhao for some guidance."

Mo Rushan grew anxious, glaring at them and scolding, "What kind of question is that? It sounds like you're accusing them of causing trouble for the Mo family! You should say..."

"Big Brother!" Mo Ruhai said, displeased, "What happened today was just too unusual! Not only did the whole family get upset, but we still didn't know the reason until they left. It's understandable that Yi Yi wanted to find out the truth and put everyone's minds at ease!"

Mo Rushan glared at him and asked again, "What did Aunt Zhao say?"

"She said she would go back and report first. If there is any further news, she will come back. If not, the Mo family will continue with its normal lives!"

This left Mo Rushan speechless, turning on the spot like a whirlwind. "What kind of talk is that? It's like saying nothing at all!"

"Oh! Could it be that they're going to send our Mo Yi to the palace to become an empress?" Liu Shi exclaimed.

Wang's eyes lit up, and the other women's eyes widened as well.

"Shut up! How can you just say such things?" Mo Rushan scolded.

Liu rolled her eyes, curled her lip, and looked very dismissive!
Mo Rusong also snorted coldly: "This is the Liu family's upbringing. They even dare to discuss matters of the harem!"

Liu was furious and wanted to argue with him, but Mo Yuan pulled her back.

However, Wang was reminded of something...

Niangniang?

My daughter?
OMG…

Upon seeing Wang's expression, Mo Ruhai immediately understood: she was quite pleased! He was furious and shouted, "Brother! Since Aunt Zhao has said so, let's just listen to her! Don't speculate, and don't tell anyone! If we cause trouble by spreading rumors, no one can afford the consequences!"

Mo Rushan nodded. "Yes! Don't tell anyone about what happened today! Wait for news! Alright, everyone disperse! You two stay!" He pointed to his two younger brothers.

As Wang walked toward her room, she turned back and called out, "Mo Yi, come with me!"

Mo Yi's mind was in turmoil: "Daughter, go back to your room to change!" Without waiting for Wang's permission, she turned and left. "Hey?! Come back! You..." Wang half-scolded, then swallowed her words.

Mo Wen advised, "Mother, I think Father is right. We shouldn't speculate about such things. It's very inappropriate for Third Aunt to speak like that."

“There are no outsiders here, so what’s wrong with talking?” Wang Shi said, unconvinced. “Hey Wenwen, do you think she will enter the palace and become a concubine?” she asked in a low voice.

Mo Rushan was saying to his two younger brothers, "It can't be that she's going to be sent to the palace!"

Mo Ruhai was about to nod.

But then his elder brother said, "...That's not how it works! There are two ways to enter the palace: one is direct investiture, which is only for high-ranking officials. The other is the imperial concubine selection, which is a grand affair, and only daughters of officials of the fifth rank or above are eligible. Unless there are special reasons, they won't just let people enter the palace directly."

Although he was analyzing the situation, Mo Ruhai detected a hint of regret in his voice and immediately became anxious: "Brother! I would never even think of it that way!"

Mo Rushan looked a little embarrassed. "It's just that we've run into a problem, so we're trying to analyze it together! Why are you in such a hurry?"

Mo Rusong also said, "Second brother, don't you think this is strange?! What is our family in the capital? Apart from relatives and friends, who knows Mo Yi?"
Why would the Empress send someone to see her? The Empress is so busy with state affairs every day, would she really spare a glance for a mere clerk's daughter? Perhaps there's some special opportunity... We need to consider all aspects! Maybe it's just a stroke of good fortune for the Mo family!

He spoke in plain language.

"You think Mo Yi's entry into the palace is a stroke of good fortune?" Mo Ruhai roared. "Then why don't you go yourself? Why don't you send Mo Yuan?"

"Tch, I'd like to..." Mo Rusong has become quite shameless.

Mo Ruhai was so angry that she pointed at him, speechless. She wished she could move away from here immediately and go back to her own little shabby courtyard!

Mowen didn't know how to answer her mother's question.

Madam Wang then remembered, "Wenwen, take two of your new clothes and alter them for Moyi. If they suddenly return with a surprise attack, she doesn't want to look so disheveled and embarrass the Mo family!"

This time, unlike the Liang family's matter, Mo Wen was much more cautious. "When my daughter goes back to look for her, I will definitely make sure she is treated with dignity."

"Hmm, you're the most sensible! Unlike..." Today, Wang wanted to say something, but she didn't know where to begin.

The faint ink pattern suggests that this matter is likely related to the trip to Dajue Temple.

But the connections are unclear, so we have to be careful... Good things bring benefits, but bad things might leave us in the mess!
Mo Yi returned to the house and had just changed into her casual jacket when she heard someone outside ask, "Is Fifth Sister in the house?"

Mo Yuan?

"Fourth sister?"

"Well, it's me!"

Mo Yuan entered with a smile, carrying a bundle in her arms.

"Is something wrong, Fourth Sister?"

"You're meeting such an important guest today, and you don't even have a decent set of clothes. That one you wore to Dajue Temple last time, it's probably beyond repair in the wash, isn't it?"

"Hmm. The bloodstains can't be washed off."

Mo Yuan placed the bundle on the kang table and opened it: "These are my newly made clothes, I haven't worn them yet!"

She pulled out a fitted, narrow-sleeved spring blouse, pale green with large white magnolia blossoms woven into it. "Isn't it pretty?"

"It's so beautiful!" Mo Yi smiled...

"Here, you can wear this! But if Aunt Zhao comes again, don't wear this one again!"

"It's too beautiful... This is Fourth Sister's style, I can't wear it out!" Mo Yi picked up the clothes to look at them and refused.

"Tch!" Mo Yuan picked up the dark green pleated skirt. "Why can't I wear this out? At our age, this is how we should dress!"

Everyone could see the reluctance in her eyes... Mo Yi sighed inwardly: Someone who loves to take advantage of others would actually be willing to take out such good clothes, how much hope does she have for me!?
"Thank you so much, sister! I don't have many clothes, but I do have some. If anything happens, Mother will get me something! These clothes suit you perfectly; I'd be too tired to walk in them! And the color is so light, please don't get them dirty from carrying them around!"

Since Mo Yuan had already brought it, she wouldn't easily change her mind. After some back and forth, Mo Yi had no choice but to accept it for now.

"I'll wear it if I need to. If not, I'll ask you for it when my sister wears it!"

Mo Yuan was satisfied, smiled sweetly, and left.

Not long after, Dujuan arrived, carrying a large bundle containing two brand-new sets of clothes.

One outfit was vibrant, the other understated. The colors, styles, and fabrics were all suitable for Mo Yi.

I can't help but sigh: As long as Mo Wen is willing, he can be very thorough in his work!
Just as she finished putting it away, she heard Qiu Hong say from outside the door, "Miss, Madam is asking why you haven't gone over yet!"

(End of this chapter)