Jian Zhaoxing

Chapter 444: Make peace with what you have come
"Zhiqing." Lin Shi'an hesitated for a moment: "If we report it, our contest of magic with Jiang Liuyun will definitely be exposed."

He meant that the Lin family had finally achieved peace, and if trouble were to arise again, things could get very bad.

Lin Zhiqing understood his meaning and said, "Our purpose in fighting Jiang Liuyun is to prevent him from rescuing Jiang Yunhe."

"This is in accordance with the royal family's wishes."

“Even if the royal family has become suspicious of the Lin family and doesn’t trust them, cousin, don’t forget that their distrust of the Lin family is not a recent development.”

"We were born in Dasheng, stand on the land of Dasheng, and receive the support of the people of Dasheng, so we cannot stand idly by."

“Sister Qing is right, the people are innocent,” Lin Yangyang also stepped forward.

Yan Yu glanced at the two sisters without saying a word, but her eyes held a hint of admiration.

Lu Huai made the final decision: "In that case, I will write a memorial, and what happens afterward is none of our business."

"Let's do it this way," Lin Zhiqing nodded.

Lu Huai spoke again: "Also, Jiang Liuyun and Jinniang are no longer in Cangxianglou."

“My men were following them, but then Jiang Liuyun used some means to lose them,” Lin Zhiqing frowned.

"Lost him? Xiao Qing'er, will he retaliate against the Lin family?" Lu Nanyue asked with some worry.

"I don't know about that, but he should be more anxious to save Jinniang right now," Lin Zhiqing replied.

Lu Huai nodded:

"No matter what, he is still an official of Dasheng. Even if he observes the three-year mourning period, he can't go far."

“The Zhenyuan Marquis’s residence is not what it used to be. Aqing, you should be careful when you come and go.”

"Yes." Lin Zhiqing nodded: "The people from Jianxintang are almost fully trained. I will send people over to provide close protection."

Yan Yu rested his chin on one hand:

"The Lin family is quite lively now. Lin Shi'an's rapid promotion has undoubtedly brought the Lin family into the spotlight."

Lin Shi'an also understood the danger involved and said:

"Don't worry, I will act cautiously."

“Cousin, you don’t need to feel too much pressure. Don’t worry, we’re always here for you.” Lin Zhiqing smiled.

Lin Shi'an smiled and said, "I understand."

After going over all the important and minor matters, everyone went back to their rooms to rest.

After all, the Lin family still has a lot to do.

After seeing everyone off, Lin Zhiqing went to the study.

She would study and practice calligraphy every night, learning the characters of Dasheng.

However, before she could read more than a few pages, Asagao came up to announce that Lin Qingshan had arrived.

"Please invite Grandfather in," Lin Zhiqing said as he packed up his belongings.

"Qing'er, I was wandering around outside and saw that the lights in your courtyard were still on, so I came in." Lin Qingshan stepped into the study.

Lin Zhiqing stood up to greet him:
"Grandfather, please sit down. Why aren't you resting so late?"

Lin Qingshan sighed with emotion: "I haven't been back for a long time. Now that I've seen it all, the mansion is completely different from what it used to be."

"Qing, it's all because of you."

“Grandfather, you’ve said this many times.” Having figured out Lin Qingshan’s temperament, Lin Zhiqing’s tone became less serious.

Lin Qingshan laughed three times: "How can I ever say enough praise?"

"Qing girl, the truth about your joining the army has finally come to light, and I am very gratified."

"It's a good thing that I can return to Shengjing again."

"I feel very reassured that you have the power to manage the household affairs."

Lin Zhiqing smiled: "Grandfather, I will still need your guidance in the future. Now that you've returned to Shengjing, my uncles can rest easy." Lin Qingshan stroked his beard:

"After tonight, many people will surely come to visit. What I mean is, why don't we hold a banquet another day and entertain them all together?"

Lin Qingshan disliked such occasions, but he also knew that refusing them outright would be detrimental to the careers of the Lin family members.

Since they were now working for the imperial court, they couldn't avoid interacting with their colleagues.

"Grandfather's thinking is very thoughtful, let's do as Grandfather says." Lin Zhiqing had no objection to this:
“Those in power are always good at putting on a show. My father’s remains have been returned to the Lin family, and they will definitely rebury them.”

"Grandfather, you may be a little tired these next few days."

Lin Zhiqing knew very well that although he was the head of the family, those people in the imperial court would definitely come to Lin Qingshan if they had any problems.

Lin Qingshan was well aware of this principle, and he sighed softly, "Qing'er, I'm sorry to have wronged you."

Lin Zhiqing smiled and said, "Jiang Yunhe is dead, but the Lin family is alive. We have a long life ahead of us."

“From now on, you and your cousin will have no peace.”

"Speaking of your cousin, I feel a little worried," Lin Qingshan sighed.

"What do you think the Emperor really means?"

"If we're talking about compensating the Lin family, your eldest uncle and fourth uncle have already been promoted. Your cousin's rapid rise makes him too easy to be targeted by other court officials."

"Grandfather, since we're here, let's make the best of it," Lin Zhiqing said.

"The Emperor's thoughts are very deep, and even if you try to guess them, you can't figure them out. Perhaps he wants to put the Lin family in a difficult position, or perhaps he wants to keep my cousin under surveillance."

"Of course, it's possible that he simply admires his cousin."

"The Lin family is now practically defunct in officialdom. If my cousin could lend us a hand, that would be a good thing."

Lin Qingshan nodded: "Qing'er has thought things through. Never mind, let's take it slow."

"Grandfather, if you still wish to go see it, I can accompany you," Lin Zhiqing said with a smile.
"By the way, I can go with you to take a look at the Lin family's shop."

Lin Qingshan shook his head: "Forget about the shop. I'm at ease with you managing it."

"Come with me to the ancestral hall."

Lin Zhiqing agreed.

The grandfather and grandson walked through the garden to the ancestral hall.

Lin Zhiqing rarely comes to this place.

She lit incense and handed it to Lin Qingshan.

Lin Qingshan took a deep breath and stepped forward to stroke Lin Congrong's memorial tablet:

“Your eldest uncle and fourth uncle still care about your father. They have kept this memorial tablet hidden for a long time, and now they have finally brought it out.”

"Between brothers, blood is thicker than water; this bond cannot be broken," Lin Zhiqing said softly.

"Come on, you see, Qing girl has now gotten justice for you."

"Qing'er has accomplished what neither you nor I have been able to do."

“When you died unjustly, Yunxiu followed you, leaving behind only Qingya, who suffered a lot.”

Lin Zhiqing stood aside, a feeling of sadness welling up inside her.

What's even more heartbreaking is that she's standing here, but Lin Congrong and Qin Yunxiu's real daughter is no longer alive.

She silently made a wish in her heart, hoping that the Lin Zhiqing family of three could be reunited in the afterlife.

This was all she could do.

Of course, Lin Zhiqing now considers himself as her own family and Lin Congrong and Qin Yunxiu as her parents.

She knew about Lin Qingshan's hardships and suffering.