It's a pity that no amount of kindness and deep love can withstand the collapse of the Gu family.
It is sad to say that a loyal and good family was completely lost in the battle of Jin Ce.
At the mention of Jinling City, Shang Ji was stunned for a moment, but was quickly interrupted by Du Jingyi's words.
"Dad, where is the golden belt that my daughter made specially for you? Why don't you see me wearing it? But I don't like it?"
This was the first time that Shang Ji saw such a smart and lively Du Jingyi.
Her round and tender face was full of mischief.
A pair of smart eyes flickered at Master Du, with a hint of cunning in them.
You can tell at a glance that he is also a little fox that has become a spirit.
He's just wearing sheep's clothing and acts nice on weekdays.
Mr. Du pretended to hum twice before complaining.
"How dare you say that? That golden belt is so heavy that my father can't even walk with it every time. How can you show it off outside? Aren't you afraid that someone will get jealous and snatch it away?"
Du Jingyi burst out laughing when he heard this.
Then he spread his hands and said innocently.
"Dad, you have wronged your daughter. I originally thought that you had become too big-hearted and fat over the years, so I asked someone to make a gold belt for you to wear, so as to remind you all the time, sir.
Eat more and move more, who asked you to show off outside with you?"
Mr. Du reached out and touched his round belly, and immediately burst into laughter.
Seeing this, Du Jingyi also smiled and patted his father's belly.
It made everyone chuckle.
This scene of a loving father and a filial daughter could be seen every day in the Du family in the past.
Otherwise, there would be no "rumors" that Mr. Du loves his daughter as much as she wants.
But since both daughters got married, there has been no such joy and laughter.
Now that the old relationship between father and daughter can be restored, the four maids and Mama Cai who came back with Du Jingyi are also full of joy.
Joking is all about joking, but business has to be done.
Today is a homecoming ceremony. According to the rules, the Du family and his wife have to kneel down and drink tea with Shang Ji and Du Jingyi.
However, due to Shang Ji's current status, he canceled the kneeling and only served tea.
Therefore, the Du family and his wife sat at the top with no futon in front of them.
When Du Jingyi saw it, he understood in his heart.
National rituals are more important than family rules, and merchants are less important than courtiers.
The eternal truth.
There was a trace of loss in his eyes, but there was also helplessness.
"Second young lady, second uncle would like to serve you tea."
Mother Cai next to her brought the lacquer tray and shouted loudly.
Shang Ji took one out, flicked his clothes and knelt down.
Such behavior shocked everyone present.
The Du family master quickly waved his hand and stepped forward to help him.
He said with some nervousness in his mouth.
"I can't do it, I can't do it. Second uncle, please get up quickly."
On the other hand, Du Jingyi next to him was surprised, but he quickly knelt down.
He also held a cup of tea in his hand, restrained his laughter, and was more sincere than before.
"Dad, mother, it was not easy for you to give birth to me. Now that your daughter is married, it is natural for her to bring her husband back home to serve tea. There is no need to refuse. Come and drink."
When Shang Ji heard this, he respectfully held the teacup in his hand and said to the two elders of the Du family.
"This tea should have been served to my father-in-law and mother-in-law three years ago. It's just my son-in-law's responsibility that I have to postpone it until today. I ask my father-in-law and mother-in-law for your forgiveness."
After hearing their words, the Du family looked at each other.
After nodding slightly, he immediately took the tea from the two of them and took a big sip to express his feelings.
Both elders showed happy expressions in their eyes.
Not only was she moved that her daughter had gained the attention of her husband, but it was also a special treat for Shang Ji, her uncle.
"Okay, get up quickly, get up."
As Mrs. Du spoke, she stood up and gave them both a hand.
Then someone brought a tray up.
There was a simple box inside, not big and not too heavy.
Shang Ji didn't know why, so he couldn't answer out loud.
But Du Jingyi saw it clearly.
That's a lot of the wealth that the Du family has accumulated over the years. How can they be used?
Could it be that the second uncle and the sixth uncle are here to force me again?
His face looked a lot darker than before.
Mrs. Du also saw her daughter's expression, but she still had to appear very calm.
Then he said.
"My uncle is back, so you and your wife can live a peaceful life. This is what we, the old couple, want. I hope you and your wife can grow old together."
When Shang Ji heard this, he cupped his fists and said.
"Don't worry, mother-in-law, please keep this in mind, son-in-law."
The respectful and pious attitude made both the Du family and his wife feel at ease.
When Du Jingyi saw this, his eyes showed a lot of worry.
However, due to the presence of her husband Shang Ji, she could not directly ask questions.
I could only accept the box and say softly.
"My daughter will take good care of her."
Master Du stretched out his hand and stroked her forehead as usual, without saying anything else.
But the concern and love shown moved everyone present.
Just when a few people were feeling pregnant and didn't say anything, they heard hurried footsteps coming from the door.
Immediately afterwards, the butler, Uncle Liu, trotted in with a calm expression and said something.
"Master, madam, someone from my family is here."
Hearing this, Shang Ji could clearly feel that his wife's originally calm and sad atmosphere quickly revealed anger.
Looking at it like this, it seems that this person from this family is not welcome by the master's family.
However, he currently does not know the full picture, so it is difficult to comment.
So he just stood aside with his hands folded and didn't say anything.
But if you take a closer look, your face has returned to the same expression as in the Duke's Mansion, looking more stern.
Master Du and Mrs. Du frowned, these people are really shameless.
I had already made it clear that no outsiders were to be disturbed today, yet they came up one by one.
Whatever thoughts they have in mind, they can also think about it with their toes.
Naturally, I don’t have a good expression.
So, Mrs. Du made a decisive decision and said immediately.
"Uncle Liu, please invite them to Mao Diexuan. The master and I will go there later."
"Yes, ma'am."
Then, Mrs. Du smiled and said to her daughter and son-in-law.
"This is my first time at home, so let Tangtang show you around. The master and I will go handle some things, and we will have dinner together later."
The implication is that they do not intend to involve Shang Ji and Du Jingyi.
Seeing this, Du Jingyi was deeply worried.
But Mrs. Du's words never allowed others to question her, and Du Jingyi understood this very well.
So he committed himself and answered.
"Don't worry, mother, my daughter will take care of you."
"Um."
After saying this, the Du family and his wife got up and left Mingse Courtyard, heading straight to Mao Diexuan.