The huge Zhengyi city has finally returned to its former prosperity and excitement.
On the bustling streets of Zhengyi, there is an endless stream of business travelers from all over the world, and the crowds are booming.
The spring sunshine comes again, and the earth is full of life again, and the scenery is lush.
In this season, going out for an outing is a very good choice.
Li Ran has never understood the purpose of traveling before.
However, time has passed, and when he has been ups and downs in this troubled world for several years, and after he has experienced so many things, he finally gradually understands what a valuable experience it is to be able to rarely be outside the world.
Unfortunately, just when he wanted to go out for a swim with Ji Le, Ji Xian sent someone to call them both back.
When the two returned to the Ji Mansion, Li Ran originally thought that his father-in-law had something to explain, but who knew that Ji Xian actually gave him a big "surprise".
"Are you two back?"
"I've met dad."
"My son-in-law has met my father-in-law."
Li Ran and Ji Le met one after another.
The priest first raised his hand to signal the two of them to take a seat, and then asked the servants to serve wine and delicacies, just like a small family banquet.
"Dad, we are all members of our own family, why should we do this?... This makes my daughter a bit..."
Yes, Ji Le suddenly got goosebumps all over his body when he saw his father taking things so seriously.
Li Ran on the side couldn't help but be startled, thinking: What does this old man want to do?
"Ahem..."
Ji Xian seemed to have caught a cold, and his face was not very good. He covered his mouth and coughed, then raised his head and looked at the two of them.
"Hey, old man. When this person gets old, he is most afraid of being clean, so I asked you to come back to have a meal together."
"As a father, I also know that you have been away from home during this period to avoid the mundane things at home and not to be criticized."
"But heaven has its rules and regulations, which are beyond human control. How can we say that we can avoid the things in this world if we avoid them?"
"So that's it. I understand. Dad, my daughter and Ziming will come to accompany you more and give you more relief, okay?"
Ji Le only thought that her father was lonely again, so she missed her.
Ji Xian did not comment, but smiled kindly and brightly, and pointed at his daughter with his finger.
In the middle of the family dinner, a servant hurriedly walked in with his head in his mouth and said:
"My lord, the two young masters are waiting outside the door."
Hearing the words first, Ji only waved his hand to signal him to retreat, and suddenly spoke:
"By the way, there is another important matter that I need to discuss with you today."
Saying that, Ji Xian raised his hand again, and two people came in from outside.
It is worship and inquiry.
"Brother Zhong? Brother Ji?"
When Ji Le saw the two of them, he was immediately surprised.
But Li Ran on the side was vaguely aware of the intention of worshiping the ancestor, and immediately watched silently.
I saw that the two of them paid homage to the priest and did not take their seats. Instead, they stood aside the priest very respectfully. It could even be said that they looked a little scared.
Ji Xian's eyes swept over the two of them, and it was obvious that there was a sense of resentment.
I just don’t know if he is complaining about the two brothers or himself.
"Ziming."
After a while, Ji Xian called out to Li Ran again.
"My son-in-law is here."
Li Ran quickly stood up and responded.
Just listen to Ji Xian’s very euphemistic words:
"I told you earlier that I have three sons. Although Shuniu is long, he is not his legitimate son. Wang'er, although Xun'er is his legitimate son, he is by no means a person capable of taking on great responsibilities."
"You have seen with your own eyes what the two of them did in aiding the country. They were so careless and sloppy, and they were so calculated without even realizing it! What will happen to my family's century-old legacy if it falls into their hands?
It’s really worrying.”
While Li Ran listened, he couldn't help but feel a little strange that his father-in-law actually belittled and scolded his two brothers-in-law in front of them!
This is indeed a strange thing.
What surprised Li Ran even more was that when Ji Xian and Ji Xun heard Ji Xian's words, they didn't react at all, as if a salted fish fell to the ground and was destined to be unable to turn over.
"This... Why did father-in-law say this? Brother Zhong and Brother Ji just lack experience. If father-in-law can give them some tasks in the future and let them gain more experience, they will definitely be able to carry forward the lintel of the Ji clan."
In front of Ji Zeng and Ji Xun, naturally I still have to say what needs to be said.
Regardless of whether it was a pretense or just to suit someone's liking, Li Ran said this not only to cope with the situation, but in fact he also said it from the bottom of his heart.
Although Ji Zeng and Ji Xun don't have much ability, it doesn't mean that they will really have no achievements in the future.
In the past, Shu Niu always weighed on them, and they had no chance to practice everywhere. Now that Shu Niu has been kicked out of the house, from Li Ran's point of view, Ji Xianhe should put some burden on the two brothers, if
Otherwise, how can they succeed?
Hearing this, Ji Zeng and Ji Xun cast very grateful glances at Li Ran at the same time.
But Ji Xian shook his head when he heard the sound, waved his hands repeatedly and said:
"Okay, okay, stop talking for these two losers."
"If they are talented people, how can I allow such a field to be built like this?"
"I have clearly seen through the chaos caused by the erecting of oxen. If you want my family to prosper for a hundred years, I still have to count on you."
As soon as these words came out, there was a sudden silence.
Ji Zeng and Ji Xun stared at Ji Xian dumbfounded. Their expressions of disbelief were like a bolt from the blue, and it happened to hit them on the head. Their faces were instantly covered with stunned shock.
When Ji Le heard this, he also had an expression of disbelief, and his pretty face was filled with astonishment.
Only Li Ran.
In fact, he had already guessed what Ji Xian was going to say, so he was still as calm as water at this moment.
But he knew that he could never be so calm at this time.
"Father-in-law!"
"This is absolutely impossible!"
Without thinking, he immediately stood up and kowtowed to the ground.
"I haven't finished speaking yet, why are you so eager to reject me?"
Ji Xian became angry at that moment, with displeasure flashing in his eagle eyes.
"I just want you to take over half of Ji's family business..."
"Father-in-law, my son-in-law is definitely not someone who wants to sacrifice the family fortune. This is absolutely unacceptable!"
Before Ji could finish his words, Li Ran immediately paused and refused again.
He knows Ji Xian's skills very well. Isn't this a clear test of himself?
If you give yourself half of your family property in front of Jiyi and Jixun, what will Jiyi and Jixun think in the future?
And if word really spreads, what will Zichan think? What will the entire Zheng Kingdom think? What will everyone in the world think?
Could it be that he, Li Ran, foiled the conspiracy to get half of the family property?
Isn’t that just a real villain?
"What a wily and scheming person..."
Li Ran couldn't help but curse.
Ji Xian knew that he could not accept it, but he still proposed such an idea in front of Ji Zeng and Ji Xun. Could it be that he was trying to make Li Ran swear to never get involved in Ji's family business in the future?
On the surface, he acts pitiful, but in fact, he is not sure how he is scheming.
I'm afraid he is the only one who has this level of sophistication.
"Since ancient times, I have never heard of anyone with his surname being able to inherit the family business. My son-in-law is familiar with the Zhou rites. Although he dare not say that he has learned them from ancient times to the present, he still knows what the etiquette system is. I also ask my father-in-law not to talk about this again.
Something!"
Li Ran didn't give Ji Xian any chance. His words were watertight and no one could find any flaws.
Hearing the sound, Ji first looked at Li Ran and fell into silence.
Ji Zeng and Ji Xun were trembling at the side, but due to the current situation, they did not dare to say a word or even take a breath. It was really painful.
Ji Le sat aside, with his heart in his throat for a moment. He was in a dilemma between his father on one side and his husband on the other.
