Biography of Concubine Shujia

Chapter 20

"I only hope that the girl can still think about the relationship we have had in the past few years, so that your sister won't compete for your favor." Shi Niang took a deep look at Mrs. Chen and nodded in agreement, "Don't worry, mother, Shi Niang Never let my own sister enter that place that eats people and doesn't spit out bones, the three of us are enough for the Du family."

Mrs. Chen hesitated for a while, and said to Shi Niang, "Go to Chen's house these few days, and send something to your aunt for me." Shi Niang understood what Mrs. Chen hadn't said.She actually asked herself to clean up what should be broken before leaving, so as not to cause trouble in Japan.It's no wonder that the mother thinks too much, her nephew is indeed a bit too much.

Thinking of this, Chen couldn't help feeling a little helpless.Back then when her sister-in-law had the idea of ​​getting married, she thought it was her own wishful thinking, but who would have thought that her sister-in-law's dowry was not strict and slipped her tongue.He was heard by Brother Song, a smart boy, who was curious about these things at an age, so he became curious about Shi Niang.

I met Shi Niang by chance on Zhuangzi, and somehow developed a good impression of Shi Niang.Shi Niang's indifference and excuses did not dispel Song Ge'er's enthusiasm.Because of this matter, my sister-in-law complained a lot to her.But this marriage is not something they can decide on their own.Ten Niang was sent to the palace after the family spent a lot of effort to train Liu Niang.I only hope that Shi Niang can stop Brother Song's obsession before entering the palace, it can be regarded as a cause and effect.

Shi Niang understands Chen's selfishness, and it's probably for her own good.Chen Song, the sixth cousin of the Chen family, has always been very kind to her. Every time he goes out to bring small things for the cousins ​​of the Chen family, he never misses himself.He always gave himself a copy in the name of the Chen family's cousin, saying it was for the cousin to play with.Not only does not harm her boudoir's reputation, but she is also careful and considerate to please her.

Shi Niang also thought about it, if she didn't have to enter the palace, the sixth cousin of the Chen family would be considered a good match.His family background and knowledge and even his dealings with people are impeccable.It's a pity that I am not his good match.Because the cousin of the Chen family did not show her love for her, Shiniang kept pretending not to know.But Mrs. Chen's concerns are also right. The Chen family's cousin has been waiting for him for almost two years, so he shouldn't be delaying his own marriage.I can't make any mistakes before entering the palace.

Shiniang understood the key to this, and looked up at Mrs. Chen, "I also hope that mother and aunt will make arrangements properly, and nothing will go wrong." It's okay to meet each other, as long as it must be kept secret and safe, otherwise it will be a disaster.

"Don't worry, your eldest aunt and I know how to measure. You wait for my news. I have been tired all day, go back and rest early." Chen said to Shi Niang, and called Yugui, "Go and send Miss Shi down personally. .”

Shi Niang bowed to Chen Shi to leave, and was escorted by Yugui back to Huanhuayuan without mentioning it.

After that day, the Chen family remained silent. When Shi Niang was busy learning the rules every day, and almost forgot about it, Yugui sent a message.

Shi Niang was escorted to the Chen Mansion by someone arranged by the Chen family, and met Chen Song in the pavilion in the back garden of the Chen Mansion.

The eldest lady was also there, and Chen Song was standing beside the eldest lady. The eldest lady saw Shi Niang bowing to her, and said calmly to Shi Niang: "Miss, sit down, I will go to the warehouse to find something, and I will borrow it from your maid."

Saying that he wanted to take the picture and leave, "Hello to your cousin for me." Then he ordered his son, and Chen Song said "No" to the eldest lady.

Going into the painting over there, I looked at Shi Niang's eyes, saw Miss Shi nodded, and then left with the eldest lady.

It has been a long time since Shi Niang saw Chen Song last time.In winter, because Mrs. Chen was pregnant, Shi Niang didn't go to Zhuangzi with her cousins.Naturally, if you don't go out of the gate and don't step through it, you won't see outsiders.

Chen Song seemed to have lost a lot of weight, staring deeply at Shi Niang with a pair of eyes, frowning tightly, and didn't speak, he was completely different from the shy but kind young man when we first met.Shi Niang doesn't know what love is, but seeing her cousin hurt because of her makes her feel uncomfortable.

"Cousin, how have you been?" Ten Niang asked uncomfortably because of her cousin's eyes, only to realize that she had said the wrong thing.How could Chen Song look good?

"No, how can I be good. Cousin knows me, I..." Chen Song was full of love for Shi Niang but didn't know how to say it.

"Cousin, Shi Niang is not worth what you do." Shi Niang raised her head and looked directly at Chen Song.

"Whether it's worth it or not is up to me. Cousin, do you have to go? I, I can take you..." The unspoken words were interrupted by Ten Niang.

"Cousin, be careful. It has always been a rule for women from aristocratic families to participate in the draft at the age of 13. Cousin will know that since I enjoy the wealth and honor of the family, I have to contribute to the family." After Shi Niang interrupted Chen Song, she continued Explain in detail why you must enter the palace.

"But, don't you have your sixth sister in your family, why are you still sending you into the palace?" Chen Song said anxiously, "I will ask my mother to ask your grandmother, and your grandmother will agree."

"No need, cousin, this is my own choice. You deserve a better girl. Forget about Shi Niang and start your new life. Don't let your aunt worry about you." Shi Niang interrupted Chen Unrealistically loose.

"Why? Is it my fault?" Chen Song asked in a low voice, he thought that as long as he was always nice to her, she would always understand his heart.At that time, the two families will get closer, and the two of them will live happily.

She didn't expect that she would give up her future and go to that place where people eat people but don't spit out their bones to suffer.Is prosperity and wealth so important to her?

"Cousin Liu, I still remember the day we first met, you asked me why I like to look at the sky, but I didn't give you an answer. After today, we may never see each other again, do you still want to know my answer?"

Shiniang didn't answer Chen Song's question, but looked into Chen Song's eyes and asked.

"Tell me." Amidst Chen Song's reply, Shi Niang looked up at the sky and said with a smile, "Because in my life, I'm destined to be in different cages in my life. The only thing that remains the same is the clouds in the sky. It will stay with me until I am old enough to die."

Ten Niang calmly said what she had always wanted to say.It’s not that you are bad, it’s not that I’m greedy for power and wealth, but I know, I’ve known since my mother’s death that I have never been the one who can make decisions in my life, and only myself can accompany me to the end.I can only look at the white clouds that have not changed for thousands of years, and follow the clouds to let my heart drift away into the distance.

"'Bai Yun Qian Zai Kong You You', cousin, I understand. This is the last time I will call you cousin. I will follow the family arrangement to get married and go to the military camp to experience. First of all, I wish my cousin success soon. I still have something to do, so I won’t send my cousin away I'm going to my mother's. Cousin, please."

Chen Song took one last look at Shi Niang, turned and left.Every time he is waiting, let him go first.

That was the last time Chen Song saw Shiniang, the girl who was still smiling under the heavy shackles, the girl who was still optimistic in the difficult situation, the girl he liked at the first sight of Zhuangzi.

From then on, he couldn't like her anymore, couldn't wait for her, couldn't give her small things on the street, couldn't write to her in the name of his cousins, and couldn't see her laughing while riding a horse on Zhuangzi. .Just because, she said, it was her own choice.

And he also has the responsibility that he cannot retreat.

In this way, let the past go with the wind.

After that day, Shi Niang stayed at home and waited for the draft in March.Liu Niang participated in the general election three years ago, and this time she accompanied her two younger sisters to run again, so she was not so nervous.From time to time, I will remind the two younger sisters to prepare the clothes and important items for entering the palace.The old lady also called the three sisters to her room from time to time, and asked some precautions.

One afternoon before entering the palace, the old lady took the three sisters for a walk in the garden.The servants stood guard outside the garden, Liu Niang and Ba Niang supported the old lady.

The old lady solemnly said: "Girls, don't blame grandma for being cruel. The family needs you and will remember your sacrifices. You have already explained these things to me, old lady, I will not say more. Only one thing you remember , you are members of the Du family, and you must never forget the truth that if you are prosperous, you will be prosperous. You must be steady this time, and the three of you sisters must support each other, and you must not lose your way."

"Yes, don't worry, grandma." The three sisters responded.

"Liu Niang, be careful, the two younger sisters will be handed over to you, please take care of me. Ba Niang, you are beautiful, remember to hide your clumsiness, and don't stand out everywhere. Ten Niang, everything depends on your sixth sister, remember that she is the older sister. Grandma is waiting. Listen to your good news." The old lady looked at the three beautiful granddaughters, and couldn't help explaining them one by one.

I hope that the Du family can rise again in her hands. If you don't seize the opportunity that has been rare for many years, the Du family can only continue to be depressed until it falls.For the sake of the family, what are the three granddaughters? Even if they bet on the lives of the entire family, they must win this time.It's just that the three girls have to explain it well, after all, they are their own granddaughters.

"Don't worry, grandma, I will take good care of my sisters." Liu Niang bowed solemnly.Ba Niang and Shi Niang looked at each other, followed behind Liu Niang and knelt down,

"The granddaughter always remembers her grandmother's teachings and will listen to Sixth Sister's words."

"Get up quickly, the three of you are outstanding girls waiting to be selected, and you can't afford such a big gift. Let's accompany the old lady to see the clouds." The old lady took the hands of the granddaughters and patted them.

"Grandmother, Yun, what is there to see, isn't it just a few flowers?" Ba Niang was puzzled.When Liu Niang heard Ba Niang's words, she smiled and said nothing.

"Grandmother wants to say that although the clouds are erratic, they are invariable. No matter how we drift, the Du Mansion will always support us behind us. Right, grandma?"

Shi Niang thinks that I have been more predestined with Yunzhen these days.He refused to persuade Chen's cousin to use Yun to persuade him, and his grandmother also used Yun to make some points when talking to them.

"Shi Niang has always been smart. This cloud, gathering and scattering duckweed, there is no fixed number of coming and going, and there is no fixed number for your sister's future. It depends on your own good luck. Since you became the throne today, there have been two general elections, and those who entered the palace Xiunu are all ladies from aristocratic families. Only so many years have passed, and the young lords in the palace are still little lords. There are very few people who are really favored. You might as well think about it, whether you can be stable if you are calm. If your hearts are disturbed in the future , just looked up at the cloud, thinking about what the old lady said."

Look up at the clouds, look at the sky, the long white clouds have been floating in the sky for thousands of years.Yun spends a long time with Shi Niang,

The cloud contains Shi Niang's first memories.

March is coming.

(End of this chapter)