The woman talking to Gu Qingzhou is not from the he family, but the sister-in-law of he Mingxuan, that is, the "aunt and grandmother" of the he family.
The woman's name is Xue Ying. When her husband died 20 years ago, all her brothers in her family fell and might blackmail her dowry. Therefore, she took refuge in her sister and brother-in-law with her rich family wealth.
He Mingxuan's wife is 18 years older than Xue Ying. The two sisters have an average relationship, and they were not born to the same mother. Xue Ying was born of a concubine.
Mrs. Kehe was cowardly and soft. Her concubine defected to her. Her husband was born with charity and took in the little sister.
Xue Ying has lived here for 20 years.
During this period, she helped her sister and brother-in-law run the house, and Yan Ran was the second hostess.
She is indispensable for any important occasion in the he family.
He Mingxuan trusted her very much, not to mention the original Xue, who is now the eldest daughter-in-law, but also the aunt.
Outsiders don't know.
"... no, it's your cheongsam. Is it Luo Wuniang's craft?" Gu Qingzhou has a soft smile. She smiled a little big, so she looked a little naive.
The he family members were relieved.
Mrs. Luo Xiaoli said, "you're good at this, Mrs. Luo Xiaoli."
"I look the same." Gu Qingzhou road.
Xue Ying's smile was more gentle: "if madam Shao likes it, I'll give you a pair of shoes. It's also Luo Wuniang's craft. She never makes shoes. It's a rare pair."
That is to say, her relationship with Luo Wuniang is so good that Luo Wuniang gives her shoes in private.
Gu Qingzhou looked at her feet: "I'm afraid we're not the same size, so I won't win the favor of others."
She smiled and changed the subject.
Xue Ying was also very measured. According to the words, she stopped talking and didn't mention it any more.
Gu Qingzhou spoke all the way to the main courtyard.
The stage of the he family has already been set up, and the brocade flag is full. The stage looks lively, luxurious and colorful.
At the moment, on the stage, there are two wusheng fighting each other, but there is no sonorous sound of gongs and drums around. In this way, it is not only lively, but also not too noisy.
Gu Qingzhou's seat is at the first table closest to the front row.
"... the governor and his wife will also come today. Is this the table?" Gu Qingzhou asked.
Last night, the superintendent called Gu Qingzhou and he wanted to come back in person.
The reason is very simple. He Mingxuan doesn't have the seat of the supervisor and can't hold down the tumbling public opinion at the moment.
Nanjing and Yuecheng are close to each other. Originally, many politicians from Nanjing bought their homes in Yuecheng. They came back on Friday and Sunday night. It's very convenient.
"Yes, madam." Granny answered.
Gu Qingzhou nodded slightly: "go and be busy. I know there are many guests today."
The ladies of the he family said yes.
The Aunt Xue Ying stayed and chatted with Gu Qingzhou: "young lady, I'll relieve your boredom so that you won't be tired of sitting alone."
She still doubted Gu Qingzhou's intention to see her.
Gu Qingzhou smiled: "then you'll have to work..."
She doesn't seem to know what to call her.
Xue Ying hurriedly said, "people in he mansion call me aunt and grandmother. My late husband's surname is Qi. I prefer others to call me Mrs. Qi..."
Qi?
Gu Qingzhou's mind converged, smiled and said to Xue Ying, "do as the Romans do, and I'll teach your aunt and grandmother, too. How old have you been in Yuecheng? According to your accent, you are from Yuecheng."
"I've been living at my sister's house." Xue Ying said with a smile, "it's probably twelve or three years since our family moved to Yuecheng."
Our house?
Gu Qingzhou looks at this aunt who can be the master of the family but can speak. She doesn't know what Mrs. he feels like?
If Gu Qingzhou, she would never allow others to occupy her family like this.
"That's quite long." Gu Qingzhou smiled.
Xue Ying said, "yes. Only when Yuecheng is peaceful can we take root. It's all given to us by the military government."
After that, she praised the military government.
Gu Qingzhou listened, nodded and smiled slightly when he heard the fun.
They said a few words and Mrs. Yan arrived.
Gu Qingzhou stood up and said, "Mom, are you here too?"
"Why can't I come on such a happy day?" Mrs. Yan smiled.
Xue Ying also exchanged greetings with Mrs. Yan.
Mrs. Yan smiled warmly and gently. After listening to a few words, she suddenly asked, "are you?"
Next to the big grandmother of the he family, she was a little embarrassed and said, "this is my aunt."
Mrs. Yan looked at Xue Ying and said meaningfully, "Oh, it's his aunt and grandmother. I've heard of it."
After that, she said to Xue Ying, "you are really a smart person."
Mrs. Yan is very gentle. She doesn't talk much. Xue yingleng is unnatural. She has a ghost in her heart, so she naturally feels that others are pointing fingers at mulberry and locust trees.
"... thank you, Mrs. Yan." Xue Ying said to Gu Qingzhou, "young lady, Mrs. Yan, I'll treat the guests first."
Gu Qingzhou glanced at her back.
Mrs. Yan asked Gu Qingzhou, "what are you looking at?"
"She has a phoenix blood jade bracelet on her wrist. It seems very valuable." Gu Qingzhou road.
Mrs. Yan chuckled: "are you still greedy for other people's jewelry? However, the pure natural Phoenix blood jade can't be found and asked for. I don't have it, so I can't give it to you."
Gu Qingzhou smiled.
She already had an idea in her mind.
Xue Ying's face and jade bracelet told Gu Qingzhou something.
Maybe Gu Qingzhou will find her master soon.
She was meditating when laughter came from outside.
The guests got up in a commotion.
Gu Qingzhou also stood up and walked forward a few steps. What can cause such a sensation must be the arrival of the supervisor, and she also heard the laughter of the supervisor.
She stepped forward.
"The canoe arrived first?" As soon as the superintendent saw Gu Qingzhou, his smile immediately turned into a kind deep smile. He turned to he Mingxuan and said, "don't mention your infatuated years, the wisdom and talents of Qingzhou are rare in ancient times. If you have any difficulties in the future, you can ask Mrs. Shao."
Everyone took a breath.
Gu Qingzhou is very powerful. They know it; Gu Qingzhou won the hearts of the people. They also know that even they admire her for resolving the crisis in Yuecheng.
But the guests didn't expect that the governor thought so highly of her.
For a moment, the people's attitude towards Gu Qingzhou became more and more respectful.
Mrs. Si, who followed the governor behind him, took a deep breath and didn't change her face.
Si Fangfei and Si qiongzhi followed behind the couple of Si dujun.
Si qiongzhi glanced away from the boat; Si Fangfei, however, had a soft smile. She was very intimate and shouted, "second sister-in-law."
In front of the governor's army, Si Fangfei respected Gu Qingzhou very much.
Gu Qingzhou's smile remained unchanged. He greeted her with a smile and said, "Fangfei, are you tired by car all the way?"