Han Yong told the public that Li Hui secretly entered the inner house of the south house that day, and also revealed the secret possession of Gu Qingning's brocade handkerchief by Li Hui, which shocked Gu Qian.
Gu Chun's face was ashen and he said loudly: "Gu Chang, what's going on? Is what Han Yong said true? He said you were also present, right? You haven't given any details yet?"
Gu Chang had been waiting for this moment for a long time. He bowed forward and said, "Ah, my grandson was indeed present that day. Han Yong told the truth. Both Han Yong and I saw with our own eyes what fell from Li Hui's arms that day.
It was my cousin Qing Ning's brocade handkerchief. Before that, the slave Li Hui was invited by his cousin Qing Ning to build a fountain in the inner hall of the south house on the pretext of celebrating his uncle's birthday. But he didn't know that he used it.
What kind of sweet words deceived my cousin into getting the brocade handkerchief. After the incident, my uncle excused Li Hui and reprimanded his grandson and Han Yong."
Gu Chun shouted in a deep voice: "Nonsense, knowing that the slave has evil intentions, how can Qianzhi excuse him? It's nonsense. If the matter is true, then the slave should be beaten to death on the spot."
Gu Chang smacked his lips and said: "How dare your grandson speak nonsense in front of Aweng? My uncle is here, you will know as soon as you ask. In fact, my grandson planned to report this matter to Aweng that day, but my uncle scolded his grandson that day and blamed him for being in charge of him."
Regarding the matter in the South House, he also said that even Aweng could not make the decision for him in the South House. The grandson did not want to cause unnecessary disputes, and felt that his uncle had his own agenda and should find out the matter and handle it properly, so he did not say anything.
.Uncle, now that things have come to this, you won’t deny this, right?”
Gu Chun's face seemed to be smiling but not smiling. He turned to look at Gu Qian and said in a deep voice: "Qianzhi, tell me that these things are all nonsense. I will definitely believe you and will severely punish these two nonsense."
Asshole."
Gu Qian's face was as dark as water, he sighed and said softly: "Master, what they said is true. There is no nonsense."
Gu Chun frowned and said coldly: "Are you saying that there is indeed... a secret relationship between that slave and Qing Ning?"
Gu Qian looked up at Gu Chun and said in a deep voice: "Master, if Qianzhi says no, will you believe it?"
Gu Chun frowned and said coldly: "What do you mean by this?"
Gu Qian said slowly: "Qianzhi has already asked clearly about that matter. Li Hui picked up the brocade handkerchief at the second entrance. He didn't know it was Qingning's. As for the matter of entering the inner hall, it was Qingning who invited him."
, she wanted to create a scene to add splendor to my husband’s birthday. She didn’t want others to know, and wanted to give me a surprise, so she asked Li Hui to help create it. Although it was very abrupt, but Qing Ning’s filial piety was in her mind, so naturally she couldn’t help it.
We will investigate. As for Li Hui, he doesn't understand the rules of the house, Qianzhi has already reprimanded him, and he also begged me to forgive him, and Qianzhi gave him a chance. That's all."
Gu Chun sneered and said: "Qianzhi, you have always been kind to others. Kindness is good, but kindness can sometimes become a weakness for others to deceive you. Besides, I, the Gu family, have family rules and will never allow some
Something happened that went against family rules. Did Li Hui take advantage of your kindness and deceive you? Or maybe you knew there was something hidden in it, but you just refused to tell it."
Gu Qian laughed and said in a deep voice: "Master, Qianzhi has made it very clear, but the master still doesn't believe it. What else can Qianzhi say?"
Gu Chun shook his head and said: "Qianzhi, do you blame me for doubting your words? But I can't help but doubt it, because you didn't tell me the truth. If, as you said, someone had something to hide, why did you go to bed early the next morning?
Are you sending Qing Ning away? You love Qing Ning so much, and you also said that you would keep Qing Ning to live in Wu County until winter. You sent her away suddenly, which means you discovered something. Yes or no?"
Gu Qian stared at Gu Chun with a sneer on his face.
"It turns out that the head of the family knows about this. He even remembers clearly which day Qing Ning left. The head of the family is really concerned about the affairs of my South House."
Gu Chun realized that he had made a mistake and hurriedly smiled to cover up: "I just asked about Qing Ning accidentally. They told me that Qing Ning was sent away by you. When I mentioned this matter today, I connected the two things. This is not the case.
It's not important. What's important is, Qianzhi, why do you hide it from me? Don't I deserve your heart? You and I have played together since childhood and are as close as brothers. I have nothing to hide from you.
"
Gu Qian said: "The head of the family is serious. Qing Ning's departure has nothing to do with that matter. It's just that she misses her parents. The head of the family doesn't need to think too much about it."
Gu Chun shook his head and sighed: "Are you still going to deceive me now? Even if he has no desire for Qing Ning, you can't be so tolerant and shelter him. Not only did you believe Li Hui's words, but you didn't hold him accountable for hiding Qing Ning.
It was Ning Jinpa's fault that he did not hold him accountable for entering the inner house secretly. He also promoted him to the deputy manager of the South House. During this autumn harvest, he was also given the responsibility of guarding. As a result, there was a fire in the East Lake Manor, burning five thousand stones of food. You
The trusting and protective Li Hui neglected his duties and did not have any effect. He disappeared afterwards. Qianzhi, you have to give me an explanation."
Gu Qian frowned and said nothing, looking at the courtyard outside the long window. Mingjie Hall was a long time ago, and the courtyard was covered with ancient trees. Even on a sunny afternoon, there was an inexplicable chill when entering the courtyard.
What's more, it's a gloomy autumn evening.
Thick shadows shrouded everything, and the air in the courtyard seemed to be filled with a layer of black mist, making people feel cold and strange.
It has been hundreds of years since the Mingjie Hall was built. I don’t know how many members of the Gu family, servants, and vassals died in this strict courtyard. I don’t know how many people’s blood was soaked on the bluestone in the courtyard. Maybe this place will let people
People feel cold and weird.
Gu Qian's heart was also cold at this moment. After entering the Mingjie Hall, he actually understood who the inquiry was aimed at today, and he also knew what the purpose of Gu Chun, the head of the family, was today.
Gu Chun's words continued to ring in his ears: "Qianzhi, there are some things I don't want to say. Saying them will hurt the harmony between our brothers and the unity within my Gu family. I have great trust in you. I agreed with Nan at the beginning."
I am in charge of Zhuangtian because I think that Qianzhi, as you are mature and prudent and cautious in your actions, will be able to take charge of the foundation of my Gu family. However, you have let me down. You have let down the whole Gu family. You have improperly appointed people and protected young people who have violated the rules.
, knowing that he offended the master, but still entrusted him with important tasks. I don’t know what you think. I can only say that your mistake in hiring has caused heavy losses. This is a huge blow to my Gu family. This year has been so difficult.
Under such circumstances, I can't forgive you for making such a mistake..."
Gu Chun looked at Gu Qian's profile, paused, and his voice became firmer and more indifferent.
"So, Qianzhi, I decided to convene a family meeting. Clan members from all clans gathered together to discuss how to deal with this matter. I ordered people to call Gu Yan and Gu Xun back from their posts. In any case, such a major event happened.
The accident has caused a major impact on the family, and may even cause commotion and crisis. We must give everyone an explanation. Qianzhi, don’t blame me. As the head of the family, I have to do it. You have always taken care of everything.
I understand the overall situation, understand the righteousness, and never shirk responsibility. I believe that you will understand my mood. No matter what decision is made at the family meeting, you will abide by it."
After Gu Chun finished speaking, he let out a long sigh, as if he was extremely sad and helpless at this moment.
Gu Qian looked away from the outside, looked at Gu Chun's pale face, and smiled.
"Head of the family, there is no need to hold a family meeting. It will cause a fuss and make outsiders laugh. Qianzhi knows what the head of the family means. This matter is Qianzhi's responsibility. Qianzhi will naturally take responsibility and will not shirk any responsibility. Qianzhi will not do anything but
He will make up for the losses, and he will also take the blame for improper employment and withdraw from the South House, leaving the farm affairs of the South House in the hands of the head of the family. In this way, the head of the house should be satisfied, right? Is it possible that the head of the house is still dissatisfied and wants to put me in jail? Haha
hehe."
Gu Chun heard the ridicule in Gu Qian's words, but he chose to ignore it. What he wanted was for Gu Qian to say that he would hand over the management rights of Nanzhai Village and compensate for the losses. This was when he learned that what happened at East Lake Manor
After the fire, I immediately thought of what I wanted to achieve.
Finally, Gu Qian was caught by himself. He knew what was going on and knew that once the family meeting was held, he would be the target of public criticism. He also knew to save face for himself, otherwise he would be disgraced if this matter got out.
"Qianzhi, I also have a responsibility. I have always neglected to manage the affairs of the family and have not been involved enough. This time, I will compensate half of the loss as punishment. I think that from tomorrow onwards, the affairs of the village will be taken care of by Gu Ying, the fourth and sixth brother.
, you also need to rest for a while. If you agree, we will hand over the accounts and other related matters in the Mingjie Hall tomorrow. Only members of the clan will be allowed to participate, and there is no need to make it public. What do you think?" Gu Chun said slowly.
Gu Qian said in a deep voice: "The master of the house has thought so carefully, so Qianzhi should obey his orders. Qianzhi will go back to sort out the accounts and hand over."
Gu Chun narrowed his eyes and looked at Gu Qian and said, "Qianzhi, you are so generous, so you won't feel unhappy because of this, right?"
Gu Qian smiled and said: "Qian's incompetence caused the Gu family to suffer losses. He hired people improperly and knew people poorly. It's all Qianzhi's fault. How dare he be unhappy about it. In fact, Qianzhi has long wanted to get rid of this problem. Age
Now that you are old, it’s time to enjoy peace and happiness.”
Gu Chun chuckled and said, "That's fine. From now on, you can play chess with me more often, so that you won't have to worry so much. From now on, I'll leave the affairs of the Gu family to the younger generations. It's time for us to enjoy a happy life."
Gu Qian smiled bitterly and sighed: "Yes, yes. It's time to come to an end."