Siheyuan: Domineering life

In the mourning hall.

Everyone talked about Wang Yuying's past, as if they were describing her merits and demerits in this life.

Maybe this is the final word.

At this time, it had already darkened. After dinner, everyone returned to the mourning hall, chatting and laughing. Everyone took the initiative to stay and keep vigil for Wang Yuying.

They gathered in groups of three or five, some chatting, some playing cards, and some curled up in a corner to sleep, while Yang Jun, Yang Mingsheng, and several sisters were discussing Wang Yuying's funeral arrangements.

Yang Jun didn't understand any of this, so he left it entirely to his uncle. He had only one request, which was to do it in a grand manner.

After Yang Mingsheng understood everything, he began to arrange the funeral process and discussed the details with Yang Jun. Yang Jun didn't understand much about this and basically couldn't provide any advice. Most of the time, it was Yang Mei and Yi Qiu Shui who discussed it.

It wasn't until late at night that we worked out all the details, and all that remained was implementation.

At this time, everyone felt sleepy and most people fell asleep with their clothes on. Only a few people lay there staring at each other.

Yang Jun is that one.

At this moment, he was completely sleepless and was still immersed in the pain of losing his mother.

Wang Yuying’s sudden death left him very confused, as if he had lost his spiritual support. His heart was extremely empty. He fantasized again and again that all this was a dream, and when he woke up, Wang Yuying would be back.

Wang Yuying was like a spiritual pillar to him. Now that this pillar was gone, he felt unprecedentedly lost. From now on, he was a child without a mother. Even though he was almost fifty years old, he still could not do without the care and attention of his elders.

As long as Wang Yuying was there, he could face life calmly. Even if things got worse, he still had a way out.

Now that this escape route is gone, Yang Jun feels at a loss.

"Hey."

Yang Jun sighed deeply, then lit a piece of paper money using the eternal lamp.

The flames were boiling, illuminating his determined yet confused face. As the flames faded, the face became blurred again.

"husband."

Seeing Yang Jun suddenly burning paper money in the middle of the night, Yi Qiu Shui held his hand with heartache.

She hadn't fallen asleep yet and just stayed there with him silently. When she saw Yang Jun suddenly burning paper money, she knew that Yang Jun was missing his mother again.

She has been an orphan since childhood, so she can naturally understand the greatness of maternal love. Although Yang Jun is a domineering person in front of outsiders, he is a gentle man at home, especially in front of Wang Yuying, he is like a big baby.

She could understand how much of a blow Wang Yuying's sudden death had been to Yang Jun, and she felt very sorry for Yang Jun.

"Hey, I'm fine."

Yang Jun held her hand with a little force, signaling her not to worry.

"You must be tired after a whole day of flying. Go to bed early. There are more things waiting for you tomorrow."

"I'm not sleepy, I'll stay with you." Yi Qiu Shui.

Wang Yuying’s death was not only a big blow to Yang Jun, but also a big blow to her.

She and Wang Yuying have a very harmonious relationship. It is not like a mother-in-law and daughter-in-law relationship, but more like a mother and daughter relationship. Whenever there is a problem, the mother and daughter can negotiate and solve it. Wang Yuying is a typical person with a sense of the overall situation. Logically, she should be the head of the family, but she doesn't. After Yang Jun got married, she immediately transferred all the rights in the family to Yi Qiu Shui, which avoided many unnecessary conflicts between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law.

Of course, this is only one aspect. Yi Qiu Shui is more grateful to Wang Yuying for her understanding and support. Without Wang Yuying, she would not be able to manage the family in an orderly manner.

Now, Wang Yuying passed away suddenly, and she couldn’t even see her mother-in-law for the last time. The loss and emptiness she felt was beyond words.

Sadness is certain.

"husband."

At this time, Yi Qiu Shui suddenly shouted.

"What's wrong?" Yang Jun asked.

"Why didn't I see Aunt Wang after I came back?"

The Aunt Wang mentioned by Yi Qiu Shui is Wang Yuping.

It's true, if Yi Qiu Shui hadn't reminded him, Yang Jun would have really forgotten about Aunt Wang. He hasn't seen her since Wang Yuping gave him the letter last night.

"Maybe...slept?"

Yang Jun looked uncertain.

However, he paused slightly, as if he had thought of something, and suddenly stood up and walked out of the mourning hall.

Yi Qiu Shui was stunned for a moment, then immediately stood up and followed him out.

Seeing this, Sun Zhaocai and Ding Erzhu behind him immediately followed behind. They were Yang Jun's personal bodyguards and had to stay by his side at all times.

Come to the east wing.

Yang Jun calmed his uneasy thoughts and knocked on the door gently.

"Auntie Wang, are you asleep?"

I called out, but no one answered.

A bad thought came into Yang Jun's mind.

So, he knocked on the door again.

"Auntie Wang, this is Jun'er, are you asleep?"

In her suicide note, Wang Yuying told Yang Jun to take good care of Aunt Wang and treat her as he would treat himself. She was too busy today and had not had time to think about her. Now that she finally had some free time, she thought of her.

At this time, Yi Qiu Shui seemed to realize that something was wrong and walked forward and knocked on the door.

"Auntie Wang, are you there? We have something to discuss with you."

There was still no response in the room.

Seeing this, Yang Jun and Yi Qiu Shui looked at each other and saw uneasiness in each other's eyes.

"Auntie Wang, Auntie Wang, please open the door. I have something to tell you."

This time, Yi Qiu Shui knocked on the door hard.

However, there was still no response from inside.

The uneasiness in the hearts of the two men grew heavier, and Yang Jun could not help but push the door with his hand, but the wooden door was locked from the inside and did not move at all.

"Step aside."

Yang Jun signaled Yi Qiu Shui to step back, then kicked him hard.

But the door was too strong and I couldn't open it after kicking it several times.

"You two come."

Yang Jun made way and signaled Sun Zhaocai and Ding Erzhu to break the door open.

The two looked at each other, took a few steps back, and then rushed forward.

"boom!"

The wooden door was knocked open by the combined efforts of the two men.

With the weak light, Yang Jun saw a gray shadow hanging on the beam of the room...

……

"Aunt Wang!"

After untying Wang Yuping from the beam, Yang Jun cried out in grief.

Her body was cold, and she seemed to have died a long time ago, perhaps a few hours ago, or after she handed Yang Jun the suicide note yesterday...

"Auntie Wang, why are you so stupid?" Yang Jun's tears fell.

He didn't expect that Wang Yuping had such a fierce temper that she would end her life in this way.

"Aunt Wang."

Yi Qiu Shui also started crying.

The room was full of people, and everyone sighed when they saw this scene.

No need to guess, everyone knows what's going on.

At this time, Sun Zhaocai suddenly pointed at the bed and said, "Uncle Yang, there is a letter here." With Sun Zhaocai's reminder, everyone saw a piece of paper on Wang Yuping's pillow.

Sun Zhaocai hurried over, took the paper and handed it directly to Yang Jun.

This letter is Wang Yuping's last words, and it seems to be left for Yang Jun.

Yang Jun suppressed his grief, took the will, took a look at it, and saw only one line of words on it.

"Jun'er, I'm leaving now. I'm going to find your mother."

There is nothing else except these few words.

"Auntie Wang, are you stupid?"

After reading the will, Yang Jun could no longer hold back and cried loudly.

Although there were only a few short words, he saw Wang Yuping's determination and her unique attachment to Wang Yuying. For the sake of this family relationship, she ended her life without hesitation.

She was born in a humble family and had a miserable fate. She lost her husband in middle age and her children were unfilial in her old age. She experienced all the sufferings in the world but never enjoyed a single day of happiness. If Wang Yuying had not recognized her a few years ago, she would probably still be living in endless torture and pain.

Yang Jun remembered that she often said that she could enjoy a happy life thanks to Yang Jun and Wang Yuying, and she felt that it was worth her life to be able to live a few days of peace and comfort.

Now that Wang Yuying is gone, the person who treated her best in this world is no longer there, and her life has lost its meaning. Even though Yang Jun promised to provide for her in her old age, she still chose to die for her without hesitation.

"Aunt Wang."

Yang Jun murmured, his eyes blurred with tears.

He blamed himself a lot. If he had realized something was wrong earlier, Aunt Wang would not be in trouble.

He also knew that he was not to blame for this matter. Even if he stopped Aunt Wang now, he still could not stop her determination.

In fact, he had seen the clue from Wang Yuying's numb eyes last night, but when faced with the news of his mother's sudden death, his mind was not on Wang Yuping, so the current result occurred.

Seeing this sad scene, everyone's eyes turned red.

Everyone was moved by Wang Yuping. They didn't expect that she was such a sentimental and righteous person. She looked like a kind old lady, but unexpectedly, she had such a fierce temper. She actually interpreted morality in this way.

Everyone felt that it was worth it for Wang Yuying to have such a good sister.

"Xiaojun."

Yang Jun shouted.

Seeing this, Luo Xiaojun hurried forward and half-knelt on the ground.

"Uncle Master, please tell me."

Yang Jun looked down at Wang Yuping, then said with a sad face: "Add another coffin next to my mother."

Wang Yuping is a righteous person, so as her junior, he naturally has to help them achieve their sisterhood.

At this time, Yang Jun no longer cared about what others would say, he just wanted to fulfill their moral duty.

"This……"

Luo Xiaojun wanted to say that this matter was unreasonable, but he swallowed the words back when they came to his lips.

"Yes, uncle."

After saying that, Luo Xiaojun turned and left the room.

At this time, no one said anything, as if they felt that Yang Jun was justified in doing so. Everyone was moved by this kind of friendship and was immersed in this sense of morality.

Luo Xiaojun brought a high-quality coffin from the city overnight. After changing Wang Yuping's burial clothes, everyone worked together to carry the coffin into the mourning hall.

After all this trouble, it was almost dawn.

Yang Jun did not sleep all night and did not wear pajamas. He was immersed in sorrow at this time. He lost two relatives at the same time. His sorrow was indescribable. At the same time, he was moved by Wang Yuping's spirit and practice.

Thinking that his mother had such a confidant, he felt that his mother was successful in this aspect, at least for now.

"Jun'er."

At this time, his cousin Yang Mingsheng came up to Yang Jun.

He first glanced at the sad Yang Jun, then reluctantly said: "Although... it's not appropriate to say this at this time, but I still have to say it."

"I just learned that Aunt Wang has children. If we hold a funeral for your mother, it will be difficult to explain to her children."

After hearing this, Yang Jun's wooden face finally showed a hint of response.

"What's wrong with that?"

"Ever since they gave up honoring their mother five years ago, they have had no relationship with Aunt Wang."

Yang Mingsheng: "That's what I said, but... Aunt Wang is their mother after all, should we notify them?"

"Besides, you have a special identity. If any negative comments are spread..."

Upon hearing this, Yang Jun did not object this time.

Yes, he said that just now because he was angry, but after calming down, he still had to think about his reputation and future.

It would be fine if people knew the reason, but those who didn't would think that Yang Jun was trying to steal other people's limelight. After all, he is a well-known figure, how could he do such a thing?

"Uncle, my mind is very confused now. Please help me come up with an idea."

Yang Mingsheng was relieved when he saw Yang Jun relax.

He was afraid that Yang Jun would get carried away and do something unethical, which would be troublesome.

"Well, this is what I think..."

Yang Mingsheng said: "The news of Aunt Wang's death still needs to be notified to her children. It is reasonable to inform them."

"However, based on what I just learned, Aunt Wang's three children will definitely not let this go. They might even accuse you of killing their mother..."

"However, these are not problems. They are all greedy and unfilial people. They just want to make a fuss and get some money from you before they will settle down."

"Since they want money, let's just give them what they want. We don't lack money anyway, and they will stop making trouble after they get the money."

"Jun'er, do you think this is an okay approach?"

When Yang Jun heard this, he pondered for a moment.

"Uncle, I'll do as you say."

"Okay, I'll go there myself." Yang Mingsheng said, "I'll go talk to them first and try my best to meet their various requirements."

"No matter what, we must fulfill the friendship between your mother and Aunt Wang."

When Yang Jun heard the word "friendship", he suddenly thought of something.

"By the way, uncle, when you talk to them, make a request that Aunt Wang be buried in our Yang family's ancestral tomb."

Hearing this, Yang Mingsheng was stunned for a moment.

However, he did not object. He still admired Wang Yuping's martyrdom. They were not a family, but better than a family. Not to mention that Wang Yuping was buried in the Yang family's ancestral tomb, it was also appropriate to place her on the altar.

"Okay, leave it to me. I will definitely do it properly."

After Yang Mingsheng finished speaking, he walked out of the mourning hall.

"Uncle, let Zhaocai go with you." Yang Jun suddenly said.

Yang Mingsheng was stunned for a moment, then he thought of something and nodded thoughtfully.

"Well, you are thoughtful."

Yang Jun turned around and said to Sun Zhaocai, "Send more people over there. If we can talk, then talk. If we can't talk... you know what to do, right?"

This kind of thing must be dealt with quickly and decisively. If it is delayed too long, it will have a bad impact on Yang Jun. It must be resolved quickly.

If they can reach an agreement, then they can do it. If not, Yang Jun can only take measures. No matter what, he must uphold the moral relationship between his mother and Aunt Wang and have Aunt Wang buried in the Yang family's ancestral tomb.

"Yes, Uncle Yang."

Sun Zhaocai responded.

Then he went outside to gather all the people and horses and went out. (End of this chapter)