Dream of the Red Chamber: Start by gaining Zhao Yun's martial prowess, and be ennobled in a sin

As he spoke, Shi Ding turned to look at Madam Niu, his expression slightly grim, and said:

"Ning-ge'er's mother, did you say something wrong to upset your aunt? Hurry up and apologize to her!"

Faced with Shi Ding's questioning, Niu's expression froze, and she didn't know how to speak for a moment!

Could it be that it wasn't my fault, but that my second sister-in-law's muddle-headed talk that almost made my aunt sick?

Although it was indeed true, she also knew in her heart that no matter how bad Xie was, she, as her sister-in-law, could not openly criticize her in front of others.

Otherwise, there would be some suspicion that she was spreading rumors behind people's backs, which would make people think that she was also a person who did not know manners!

Seeing Shi Ding's face grow increasingly gloomy, and Jia Jing also turning his gaze to her, Niu Shi felt immense pressure and her face became anxious!

Fortunately, Grandmother Jia couldn't bear to see Niu Shi taking the blame for Xie Shi, and she was also comforted by Shi Ding's respect for her, so she spoke up to explain:

"Ding-ge'er, don't misunderstand Niu-shi, it has nothing to do with her!"

"It's your second brother, that muddle-headed fool, who married a brainless idiot."

"She came to my place just now, I don't know if she was possessed or what, she was talking nonsense..."

In front of Shi Ding and Jia Jing, Grandmother Jia gave Xie a good scolding, venting her pent-up resentment.

As the most respected elder in both households, she naturally didn't need to worry about as much as Madam Niu.

As for the younger generations and wives of the Shi and Jia families, no matter who is insulted, the other party has no choice but to endure it!

Of course, except for that one wretched grandson!

At the same time, the reason why Grandmother Jia chose to reveal Xie's matter was that it could not be kept secret, and Shi Ding and Jia Jing would find out sooner or later.

Secondly, it was also to remind Shi Ding to go back and advise and restrain Shi Nai and his wife, lest these two fools cause trouble by talking nonsense in the future, thus affecting the entire Shi family.

Thirdly, it was also to give Jia Jing a heads-up, letting him know that Shi Nai and his wife were fools, so that if Jia Jing were unintentionally offended by them in the future, the matter could be resolved peacefully!

To be honest, Grandmother Jia was genuinely worried that Xie Shi would be so foolish as to ask Jia Jing for an official position, and that the couple would end up in serious trouble!

Therefore, it seems that Grandmother Jia still harbored a sliver of hope to protect her nephew, Shi Nai.

In the hall, after listening to Grandmother Jia's account, and with Madam Xing adding several points for Grandmother Jia, Shi Ding's face flushed red, and he felt both ashamed and indignant.

Jia Jing had just told himself to go back and keep a close eye on his family, but unexpectedly, Xie Shi put on such a good show in Rongqing Hall. This is truly...

What kind of powerful minister is he?!

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So, the third brother is useless?!

Are you saying that the Niu family patriarch and the Feng family patriarch are both incompetent?!

He wants to be a middle-ranking officer who makes money?!

Will it implicate my own family?!

He knew in the past that his second sister-in-law, Xie, was muddle-headed, but he never expected her to be this stupid!

Shi Ding almost laughed out of anger. He slowly stood up, gritted his teeth, and apologized to Grandmother Jia:

"Aunt, this matter is the fault of my second brother and Xie Shi. I apologize to you on their behalf."

"Don't worry, I'll definitely explain this to my second brother when I get back. If he doesn't take this seriously and show remorse, I'll gather the clan and give him a good beating!"

Shi Ding spoke with great confidence. Although Shi Nai was the elder brother and had inherited the title of Marquis of Baoling, what he feared most was his younger brother, who had fought his way up from the battlefield.

It is said that Shi Nai was "educated" by Shi Ding more than once!

Shi Ding gave Grandmother Jia a guarantee, then turned to Jia Jing and cupped his hands in a respectful gesture, saying:

"My lord, please forgive me. I will definitely give you an explanation for this matter!"

Upon hearing this, everyone in the hall, including Madam Wang, Madam Xing, Feng Jie, the four sisters, and Xiang Dai, all turned their gazes to Jia Jing, wanting to see what he would say.

But Jia Jing's expression remained unchanged; he merely gave a faint, cold snort and slowly said:

"This is a family matter for the Shi family; you can handle it yourself!"

"However, I hope these two dimwits will behave themselves in the future. Otherwise, if they break any taboos, don't blame me for being heartless as their relative!"

Jia Jing had no good feelings towards Xie Shi and Shi Ding. According to the intelligence of the Embroidered Uniform Guard, both of them were pleasure-seeking, arrogant, impetuous, and incompetent!

He didn't want to get involved with people like that, nor did he have time to deal with them. As long as the two of them didn't fall into his hands, he wouldn't even give them a second glance!

Jia Jing's words immediately silenced the room.

Daiyu, Tanchun, and the others exchanged glances, their expressions conveying unspoken messages!

So stupid it's unbelievable!

Although they hadn't seen this word before, they knew from its meaning that it was roughly similar to a stupid face, meaning someone so stupid that you could tell from their face.

But why does this word sound so funny?

Tan Chun, Daiyu, and the others couldn't help but chuckle, their eyebrows curving into crescent moons, their eyes sparkling with bright smiles.

Shi Ding bowed solemnly in response.

At this point, the maids and servants began serving the dishes and setting out the food, and everyone stopped talking and started eating.

After the meal, Shi Ding did not linger. He took Niu Shi with him and solemnly bid farewell.

Jia Jing was also preparing to return to the mansion, but was stopped by Grandmother Jia, who said:

"Jing-ge'er, don't rush off. There's something I'd like to discuss with you!"

"In the past two years, your father, Jing'er, Zhen'er, Rong'er and others in the manor have all run into trouble one after another. It seems like they are always having bad luck."

"I was thinking of going to Qingxu Temple to hold a peace ritual for a few days, with opera performances and offerings, partly to pray for blessings and change the luck of my family."

"Secondly, although your fortunes have been good these past few years, you achieved fame at a young age and are a military general who frequently leads troops in the field. It would be good to pray for your safety!"

What do you think?

Grandmother Jia spoke with some unease, as she had been reflecting on the recent vicissitudes of the Jia family after hearing Niu Shi's words that morning.

The only solution she could think of to deal with this unexpected turn of events was to go to Qingxu Temple to perform a peace ritual.

However, this matter seemed somewhat strange to Jia Jing.

After all, Jia Jing's fortunes in recent years have been incredibly prosperous, with his official career progressing smoothly and reaching its peak!

Even the smoke rising from his ancestral graves is not enough to describe his good fortune, so it feels a bit strange to tell him that he should go and pray for blessings!

Upon hearing this, Jia Jing glanced at Grandmother Jia, who was sitting high on the couch, and frowned.

The "Peaceful Prayer" mentioned by Grandmother Jia is a collective blessing activity in which Taoist priests set up an altar and perform rituals, such as chanting scriptures, making offerings, and singing operas, to pray for the gods to bless them with "everything going well and peace year after year".

This type of activity involves a lot of activity and requires the whole family to participate. Its main purpose is to bring good fortune and ward off disasters for the family.

In the twenty-eighth chapter of the original work, there was a similar event.