Jian Zhaoxing

Chapter 225 Marquis of Changning

The Lin family's situation is now relatively stable. With perfume and fruit wine in hand, Lin Zhiqing also has the opportunity to go to Bianliang.

After she mentioned her idea of ​​going to Bianliang, Lin Yangyang immediately became excited: "When are we leaving? Tomorrow?"

Lin Zhiqing put away the bottles and jars on the table: "I heard that Uncle Lu has returned. I need to visit the Lu family tomorrow morning. We will set off after I return."

"No problem, I'll go pack my things right away." Lin Yangyang couldn't hide her excitement at the thought of going out.

Lin Zhiqing smiled, put the things away, picked out some to take to Lin Congli and Lin Congyan, and also told them about his trip to Bianliang.

However, after she went to Lin Congli's courtyard, she found that Lin Congyan was also there.

"Zhiqing is here, come and sit down." Lin Congli held a letter in his hand, smiling broadly, and seemed to be in a good mood.

"Uncle, Fourth Uncle, my cousin sent some things from Yunnan for me to give to you." Lin Zhiqing had Chaoyan bring out the things before sitting down.

"Shi'an, you're so kind." Lin Congyan loved interesting things the most, and if it were any other time, he would definitely go up and take a look.

But now he only glanced at it before turning his gaze back to the letter.

Lin Zhiqing raised an eyebrow slightly, about to ask a question, when Lin Congli had someone bring over the letter:

"A letter has arrived from Bianliang. Please take a look."

Lin Zhiqing took the letter, quickly read it, and was slightly surprised.

The letter was written by the Marquis of Changning; he wanted to meet Lin Zhiqing.

"Uncle, it's quite a coincidence. I came here today to tell you that my cousin and I are leaving tomorrow for Bianliang."

This surprised Lin Congli and Lin Congyan. Lin Congli asked, "You received the letter too?"

"Not at all." Lin Zhiqing smiled. "Business in Yunnan is booming, and I'd like to try those things out in Bianliang."

"Since both my eldest uncle and fourth uncle are here, why don't we try the fruit wine?"

Upon hearing this, Lin Congyan then began to examine the items in the servant's hands.

He could smell the wine, so he immediately poured some out and savored it carefully.

Then, his eyes lit up, and he drank a few more sips.

The fruit wine had a unique flavor and quickly won Lin Congyan's praise.

Lin Congli also praised both items highly.

In this way, Lin Zhiqing's trip to Bianliang was quickly settled.

After returning to Shuqing Pavilion, Aunt Mu immediately helped Lin Zhiqing pack her luggage, while Lin Zhiqing began to study the letter from Marquis Changning.

In his letter, besides inquiring about the Lin family's situation, the old Marquis only mentioned one thing: he wanted to meet Lin Zhiqing.

This is actually quite normal.

In the Changning Marquis's mansion, the old Marquis is ostensibly in Bianliang, but he is actually the true head of the Lin family.

Now that Lin Zhiqing has taken over the clan seal and become the new head of the family, it's normal for the old Marquis to want to see her.

But who exactly is this old Marquis? Will he make things difficult for me?
Lin Zhiqing immediately asked about Aunt Mu.

"Miss, the old Marquis was a good man," Aunt Mu recalled as she folded clothes.

"He was extremely kind, but his expression was always serious. People who didn't know him always thought he was angry, which made people afraid."

"Even when the master was young, he would be so frightened by the old marquis that he would cry."

"Both Miss and Miss Yangyang are afraid of the old Marquis and dare not get close to him."

At this point, she couldn't help but laugh, but for some reason, the smile quickly disappeared, replaced by a worried expression.
"After the master's accident, for some reason, the old marquis retired to Bianliang and stopped caring about the Lin family's affairs." "After he left, the Lin family's life became difficult."

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhiqing pictured a stern old man in her mind.

She smiled gently: "I'm afraid I'll gain a lot from this trip."

"Miss, whether you have a good harvest or not, it's good that you're safe and sound." After packing her luggage, Aunt Mu took out a good luck charm from somewhere and put it into Lin Zhiqing's hand.
"Since the morning glory came these past few days, my old bones have had some free time. I got this peace charm from the temple yesterday."

“I’ve been feeling uneasy these past few days. You’re going to Bianliang without me this time, so you’d better keep this safe. It will keep you safe.”

A warm feeling flowed through Lin Zhiqing's heart, and she put the amulet around her neck:
"The journey is long, and I have only just taken over the Lin family. I won't feel at ease if I don't leave you to look after the Lin family."

"I will keep this amulet with me, so don't worry. You and Asagao should also be careful."

Aunt Mu then smiled:

"Don't worry, Miss. The perfumes and fruit wines in the shop have been selling well these past few days. I'll go over and keep an eye on them for you from time to time, and I'll make sure no one causes trouble."

"You just can't sit still. Otherwise, you could leave these things to Chaoyan," Lin Zhiqing advised Aunt Mu, who was getting on in years.

"I'll take care of Chaoyan for a few days first. After you come back, I'll be a hands-off manager and enjoy my retirement." Aunt Mu patted Lin Zhiqing's hand with a big smile.

"Okay." Lin Zhiqing also showed a genuine smile.

That evening, Lin Zhiqing had all her luggage ready.

She went to the Lu family early the next morning.

This was her first visit since she arrived in Dasheng, for various reasons.

Having received the news, Lu Nanyue was already waiting for Lin Zhiqing at the door.

After the two met, Lu Nanyue was very happy:

"You have no idea how bored I've been these past few days."

As Lin Zhiqing looked around the Lu family home, she replied, "Has the matter at the clinic still not been settled?"

"Don't even mention it, that clinic probably won't be able to stay open." Lu Nanyue's mood became somewhat low as she mentioned this.

"Not opening anymore?" Lin Zhiqing was somewhat surprised. "Hasn't that matter been resolved yet?"

Lu Nanyue sighed: "Someone with so many flaws is insisting that my medicine killed someone, and the Dali Temple has been investigating for so long but still hasn't found out."

“Xiao Huai told me that this matter cannot be investigated, and if the clinic reopens, this kind of thing will happen countless times.”

"He will get an explanation from the Dali Temple, but the clinic will not be able to open."

“He’s right.” Lin Zhiqing understood Lu Huai’s good intentions.

The pressure on the Lu family came from the royal family, and the reason for this was that the Lu family was implicated in the Lin family's affairs.

Lin Zhiqing took a light breath: "Nan Yue, this matter is because of the Lin family..."

Before she could finish speaking, Lu Nanyue interrupted her: "Why are you saying these things between us?"

“Xiao Huai mentioned these things to me, so I’m not completely ignorant.”

"The higher-ups never liked Father to begin with. The Lin family was just a pretext. You can't be blamed for this."

This was something Lin Zhiqing hadn't expected.

Is there a story between the Lu family and the royal family?
Correct!
There should be.

Lin Zhiqing thought of what Lu Huai had said when he decided to help him: he wanted to help a confused person see the royal family clearly.

Could that person be Uncle Lu?
(End of this chapter)