Cui Mi was about to pay his respects to his father when he met his brother on the road.
As they walked into the inner courtyard, they heard the sound of something being overturned, followed by a question with suppressed anger: "Cui Zhishan, do you have the guts to repeat it to me, which family did you choose as the fiancée for Daxiong? Don’t I have any temper at all?”
The Cui Mi brothers looked at each other.
Just as he was hesitating whether to leave quietly, to make room for his parents' quarrel, Cui Hui heard a low-pitched voice from inside the house: "Come in outside the door, why are you so secretive?"
Brother Cui Xiong could only bite the bullet and step into the hospital.
He first greeted his parents with his tail between his legs, then raised his head and took a quick glance. Everything in the hall was normal, except that the desk in front of his father was turned over, and a bunch of letters were scattered on the ground. My mother stood in the middle of the mess, and my father Sitting in silence.
Cui Xiong gritted his teeth and said: "Since father and mother still have something to discuss, my son will not interrupt. You can continue talking."
Right now I just want to stay away from the battlefield.
He wasn't afraid of the situation escalating because they couldn't argue.
My mother has an upright temperament, but she can get irritable if she is too enthusiastic. My father is the complete opposite. It is said that nothing can make him lose control since his childhood enlightenment. This was also the case in the past. Whenever the couple had conflicts, the mother would quarrel, and the father would listen quietly. .
Cui Xiong felt lucky for this.
This is much better than those couples in other aristocratic families who share the same bed but have different dreams.
At that time, the young Cui Mi said that the two of them would break up sooner or later.
【Why did my father divorce his mother because he loved her so much?】
【Because they can't argue.】
Cui Xiong was confused: [Isn’t it a good thing that we can’t quarrel?]
Douding Cui Mi said in an old-fashioned way: [It's not all good things. My mother quarreled with my father because she wanted to have a heart-to-heart relationship with him, but my father was as silent as a piece of wood, and my mother would only get angrier as she watched. 】
[Why is this happening?] Cui Xiong can’t figure it out at all.
Cui Mi said: [I don’t know, my grandmother said so.]
Cui Xiong didn't understand when he was young, but now he is a young man of adult stature, and he understands to some extent the problems in the relationship between his parents. As a son, he cannot give advice to his father on his behalf.
Seeing the couple arguing again, Cui Xiong's head got big.
In less than two attempts, my father would be able to drive my mother away again.
Cui Xiong wanted to escape, but Cui Hui couldn't agree.
"Big Bear, why don't you run away if you stay?"
This sentence was like a nail nailing Cui Xiong's feet to the ground. He didn't dare to take another half step and knelt back with his neck curled up.
"Does Big Bear know which girl your father has chosen for you?"
Cui Xiong said honestly: "Uh... I know."
Cui Hui sneered: "The You family's daughter."
Cui Xiong lowered his head: "Well..."
"Um, what?" Although this outburst was Cui Hui's deliberate use of the theme, directing and acting, her eldest son's reaction made her angry. He was exactly the same as Cui Zhishan next to him, "The king's male favorite is Youshi , the daughter of the You family that your father has chosen for you is his biological niece! You, the Cui family, father and son, no, grandfather and grandson, are really bullying others too much!"
Judging from the surface, it is indeed outrageous.
My ex-wife's favorite niece is marrying her son.
Her father-in-law and mother-in-law disliked her for so many years because she was not from a high family background and did not belong to the same family as the Cui family. In the end, they turned around and assigned her son a new family that relied on male favors. No matter how bad Cui Hui was, she
With a good family background, the You family settled down in a prosperous market place. With the help of a handsome and talented man, he climbed into the king's bed, and he was able to achieve great heights. Does that mean he is nobler than her?
It is impossible for my ex-father-in-law and ex-mother-in-law to think highly of You.
In the final analysis, she still despises the son she gave birth to.
It just disgusts her.
Cui Hui would be suspicious if he didn't cause a scene.
She was just acting at first, taking the opportunity to avenge Cui and Cui Zhi's family, but she used too much force and acted emotionally. All the grievances she had suffered broke out at this moment, and tears welled up from her eyes. Cui Zhi and his son
Really panicked.
"Kewu, please listen to my explanation."
"Mother--"
Cui Hui pushed Cui Zhi away, who was an eyesore, and covered his expression with a handkerchief so as not to expose his secrets. He said in a strange tone: "Explain? What kind of misunderstanding deserves the honor of the Cui family's head, Yu, who is deigning to explain to me, a commoner? It makes me sick! You guys!"
Are you cheating on my son, or are you cheating on me? All in all, I don’t agree to this marriage!"
Cui Zhi opened his mouth and was about to respond.
How does Cui Hui understand him?
Afraid of going too far and spoiling the plan, he opened his mouth to intercept Cui Zhi's words, turned his back to the man, and laughed at himself: "Haha, what's the use if I don't agree? The three of you named Cui belong to the Cui family of a wealthy family, and my surname is Cui.
Cui is just a common man, so what qualifications do he have to give advice on your marriage plan? That’s all——"
Cui Zhidao: "This is just a delaying tactic."
Cui Hui had distrust written on his face.
Cui Zhi patiently explained: "I have no intention of offending you or Hou Bai! The relationship between the Cui family and the royal family is complicated, and there are many entanglements of interests. They have tried to install spies more than once, but they have failed in the past. If they refuse again, I'm afraid that
It would be unfavorable for Mr. Cui to be trapped and overturn the carriage. But I just agreed verbally and tried to appease others first."
"It's better to put people under your nose than to guard against them day and night."
It's not really a marriage, just an engagement.
Cui Zhi said calmly: "The You family has a shallow foundation."
A shallow foundation means that it is easy to uproot the family if necessary in the future. The royal family intervened in Cui Xiong's marriage, but they did not want Cui to win over allies through marriage, so it was normal for Cui to arrange a female queen with a small family but a sensitive identity.
As far as the family and the royal family are concerned, the two sides are playing a game. One side only produces a title that is unknown when it will be fulfilled, and the other only produces a small girl.
If things really collapse in the future, what sacrifices can be made?
Cui Xiong’s marriage was delayed for two years.
The head of the country suffered zero losses. She didn't even lose a royal concubine, but a niece who was favored by a man.
As for the daughter of the You family who was used as a pawn in the game?
The You family couldn't wait to sacrifice the person, and insisted on wading into this muddy water. Naturally, the Cui family and the royal family would not have any concerns.
When chess players play chess, do they think about whether the pieces are willing?
"The relationship is complicated? How complicated is it?"
Cui Hui pretended not to understand, was arrogant and jealous, and had a strange attitude.
But I was really breaking out in a cold sweat inside.
If the current You family's daughter had not changed, she would have died in an unknown way - yes, she would have died, either the royal family would have taken action or it would have been the Cui family. When her former parents-in-law refused her entry, they were not just expressing disdain.
, unable to defeat his eldest son in action, but actually sent people to kill Cui Hui quietly.
Take action more than once.
Cui Hui only knew about it twice.
There are even more people who were secretly stopped by Cui Zhi.
For aristocratic families, the lives of ordinary people in the city may not be as good as that of a maid serving a first-class maid, and they are not even qualified to be treated as a plaything. Cui Zhi was as insulted by her as his daughter-in-law, but he was not polite to others. He
Really do what you say!
Cui Zhi did not doubt that he was there, and continued to understand him with emotion and reason: "Because Cui made a bet on the king of the country back then."
Of course it is impossible to stud directly at the beginning.
At that time, Wang Ji, the vassal of the vassal, didn't have many people in her fiefdom, so she used her jade pendant to find Cui Zhi. Cui Zhinian felt guilty for doing this favor, and through her, she recommended many young men from small households who were attached to the Cui family. After observing for a while,
I found that the fiefdom was well taken care of.
Wang Ji sent Mei Meng over again to discuss negotiations.
This means that he hopes Cui will invest more.
After Cui Zhi's evaluation, he discovered some clues.
What really made Cui make a big bet was the national seal in Wang Ji's hand, the warrior Qi Cang who was loyal to Wang Ji for some reason, and Wang Ji's promise. Cui could make a profit from it, so there was no reason not to follow. Now that he can help her in times of need, she won't follow later.
How much weight does the icing on the cake have? The Cui family has always had the upper hand in cooperation, but as the Qi State expanded its territory, it successively annexed several neighboring countries, absorbing local influence and diluting the Cui family's voice.
Generally speaking, the leader of the country has the confidence to challenge others.
Of course, the two sides will not really break up, it will only hurt both sides, and finally gain the advantage of the long-coveted jackals, tigers and leopards.
Cui Hui understands the truth. She grew up under the care of uncles and aunts in the bandit village, and the things she saw were not clean. As the leader of the clan, Cui Zhi's duty is to continue the family and survive in troubled times.
Decent. However, she is not here to reason today: "Where has Cui's stubbornness as the head of the family gone? The family is big and the business is big, but she still can't bear to do this?"
Every word is full of yin and yang, venting grievances.
Mrs. Cui was able to compromise and agree to marry Ms. You, but she was harsh on her in every possible way. The grievances she suffered over those years are now her moral capital to attack the other party, and she is not merciless in using it.
Others may not like this, but Cui Zhi will definitely.
Seeing that her tone softened, Cui Zhi handed her a handkerchief to help her wipe away the tears: "How can things be so simple? The head of a family is just a false name. He needs to cooperate more with other families. If Cui is really in a desperate situation, there will be no life.
, each family will just stay away from the Cui family. How can there be any permanent allies in this world? The Cui family has a huge business and cannot afford to raise a tribe that can compete with the soldiers and horses of a country."
In the past, the royal family was controlled by the Cui family.
Nowadays, the ruler of the country is gradually gathering military power and wooing the general group. It is not difficult to slaughter the Cui family from top to bottom. It has never been done so. Naturally, the Cui family also takes advantage of the weakness of the general group. Marching and fighting not only requires people;
There must be provisions and baggage.
The king has soldiers and horses.
The Cui family has grain and grass resources here.
Neither side is confident enough to stabilize the situation after falling out, so they can only continue to grind and find a balance. It is better to continue to cooperate and win-win than to risk and die together.
This marriage is an appropriate sign of the Cui family's submission.
If the wedding date was not set immediately, it was because the royal family gave Cui leeway.
Cui Hui sniffed, calmed down his emotions, and began to sympathize with Lady You: "So, isn't Lady You pitiful?"
Cui Zhi: "..."
He said indifferently: "It's just normal for aristocratic families."
"It also depends on fate." Cui Xiong, who had been silent all this time, said, "If there is really no fate, my son will try his best to protect her."
It's not that Cui Xiong has any fondness for the female queen of the You family, it's just to appease his mother and not want to leave a negative impression of being mean and unfeeling in front of her. In fact, Cui Xiong is a qualified heir.
Cui Hui let out a breath of thick air.
He waved his hands helplessly: "Don't tell me these things."
Cui Xiong said: "Mother is kind-hearted."
Among the three father and son, only Cui Mi remained silent.
Not only did he see his own future scene switching, he also saw his brother's future jumping between life and death. Too many past experiences told him that if you interfere with the other party's cause and effect, you will have to bear the other party's fate, and in severe cases, you may even have to pay a greater price.
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For example, he originally intended to help someone avoid the pain of a broken leg, but ended up causing the other person to suffer the pain of beheading. Typical "I didn't kill Boren, but Boren died because of me". People can't be greedy.
Let nature take its course, like the alternation of the four seasons and the iteration of mountains and rivers.
The real Lady You is an ordinary girl from an aristocratic family, but now she plays with her brother like a dog.
He knows everything, but can't say anything clearly.
Anyway, this life is not long, and it is better to fight more excitingly in the limited time than to be mediocre and boring for half of your life.
After this commotion, Cui Huineng openly contacted the You family queen.
Miao Ne took what Cui Hui handed over: "What?"
Cui Huidao: "It's related to the Cui family."
It will allow Miao Ne to rise to power quickly and win the trust of the king.
Miao Na wants to be the most trusted confidant of the king, and she will make meritorious deeds if she crosses Mei Meng. Liao Jia has not arrived yet, and the two of them have no foundation in Qi State. If they want to make quick achievements, they cannot go through normal channels. Cui is covered in fat.
A few pieces of it won't kill you.
When Lio Jia comes over, everyone will definitely be turned upside down!
Cui Hui has already decided which company to start with.
Being the mistress of an aristocratic family for so many years is not for nothing, nor is the pedigree of each family and the relationship between the members of the family being remembered for nothing, I am very happy!
Miao Ne frowned: "Is it safe for you to come see me?"
She also comes from a noble family. Even though the Miao family was just a small border clan before being taken care of by Shen Jun, the Miao family has no problems with the family. They know what the family looks like. Can Cui Zhineng be an exception? Miao Nadu I suspect that the other party wants to kill me.
Well, if she were the leader of the Cui clan, she would do the same thing.
Cui Huidao: "There was a big fuss, now it's safe."
Who makes her a soft-hearted and empathetic "mother-in-law"?
There's only one thing -
"Can you spare this kid Da Xiong's life? The rest is just a lesson before giving him the crowning ceremony." Cui Hui still felt sorry for the child, "Teach him what it means to have a sinister heart."
Miao Na said: "Nvjun Cui has great confidence in the common people."
Cui Hui: "..."
Can you not have confidence?
Dare to go to Gaoguo alone and frighten the cranes with plum blossoms.
Now that she is in the dark and the big bear is in the light, why not be played to death?
at this time--
Liao Jia was on her way in a hurry.
at this time--
Gong Xiqiu was squatting on the ground and looking at something.
A little piece of meat-like thing is in a little bit of cricket pupa.
Shen Tang finished his sleep and regained a little energy. When he woke up, he still didn't see Wuhui and several people looking at him. The mountain was not hers, so she went to the mountain. Like a ghost, her footsteps floated out of the tent in vain.
As a result, I got lost.
It's not her fault, the new camp layout is completely unfamiliar.
I wanted to find the temporary canteen but ended up in the wounded barracks.
It is said to be a wounded barracks, but in fact it houses refugees rescued from the fire in the capital of Gao. Six days have passed since the fire was extinguished, and the wounded barracks has also changed from overload operation to orderly. Those with minor injuries have been sent out, and those with serious injuries have been sent out. Most of them have turned the corner. Shen Tang's expression is very harmonious among them.
Out of the corner of his eye, he spotted an acquaintance.
"Gong Xiqiu!"
She tapped the other person on the shoulder from behind.
Gong Xiqiu had long noticed Shen Tang's aura: "Come back?"
"Who am I? Can I come back?" Shen Tang stretched his neck to get a closer look, but at one glance he shrank back in disgust, backed away, and said, "Tsk, tsk, how old are you, and you still play with bugs?"
Gong Xiqiu sneered.
"My brother asked me to play..."
"High Priest?"
Gong Xiqiu threw away the stick and said depressedly: "He asked me... asked me to collect these bugs at night."
"Then?"
As for being so resentful?
Gong Xiqiu: "These bugs come out of the butthole..."