My Stepmother is Soft and Charming

"What does the general mean?"

"I want to go to the palace to discuss this matter with the Queen and see what she thinks. After all, I want to speak at a time when Your Majesty cannot refuse, so it is useless to speculate at home. It is better to ask the Queen."

Du Jingyi agreed with this, so his expression was very calm.

"The Queen will also be very willing to help."

"Yeah, I think so too."

If there is anyone in the world who truly cares about the Gu family, it is the Queen, so Shang Ji and Du Jingyi both trust her.

At this point, Du Jingyi thought of something else, so he asked.

"I heard from Li Zhu that my father-in-law has been knocking on the door for a long time today, but Butler He has not opened it. Does the general mean to officially break up with the Duke's mansion from now on?"

"He has never taken us to heart, so why should we do it again? Let's just leave it like that. In the future, there is no need to send a message to the Duke of Guo's Palace about the matters in the General's Palace. As for the Duke of Guo's Palace sending a message, Just go back the way you came."

"I know it."

Shang Ji's intention was already very clear, and Du Jingyi also felt that there was no need to mix things up, and it was most appropriate to cut through the mess with a quick knife.

Anyway, they had become independent from the Duke's Mansion long ago, and there was nothing for the Duke's Mansion to restrict them.

Thinking of this, Du Jingyi relaxed a lot, and then said.

"There is nothing going on in the house now. Last time, my mother sent a message about Brother Yun's 100th anniversary celebration. I wonder if the general will have time then. Let's go back together and have fun."

After hearing what she said, Shang Ji was in a dilemma, but he didn't hide it from Du Jingyi and said directly.

"I've been away from the camp for a long time this month, so I can still have some time off before I get there. If not, let grandma take you with her to celebrate."

Du Jingyi smiled. She also knew that her general was busy with official duties, so she didn't force it.

"In that case, general, let's practice well in the military camp. We can go there ourselves."

Shang Ji nodded and said nothing more.

In the past, he had more free days, probably because of the New Year, but now that spring has begun, many things in the army have to be well prepared, so he will be busier than other times.

There is really not much time left to attend the banquets again and again.

And spring is here, and the banquets in each house are meant to be eaten by the master and chased by the west, so it's hard for him to show up all the time.

Therefore, Du Jingyi is also very considerate.

That night, after having dinner with everyone, he took Luo Yuan and the guards back to the camp on horseback.

Everything in the army was as usual, but a few lieutenants trained their subordinates to scream, which made Shang Ji look satisfied.

Where the army settled, there were green mountains and green trees in all directions, which made people feel relaxed and happy. Unfortunately, they preferred the solemn world of Cezhou to the soft spring breeze.

Although it is cold, it is refreshing.

However, there is no telling when I will be able to return there again.

In the outskirts of the camp, the sound of soldiers practicing day and night never ceased, and the spring day in Ancheng also arrived in full bloom.

In front of the Gongyuan gate, it was solemn and solemn, surrounded by people.

The royal family specially dispatched people from the Gyeonggi Division to guard it, in order to ensure strict discipline and no mistakes.

And Grand Tutor Xun was standing in front of the door, stroking his long beard, watching the students entering the hall with excitement in his eyes.

Some had spring-like expressions on their faces, some frowned, and the family members standing outside watching were both worried and relieved.

There are thousands of people with different faces, but the only thing they have in common is that everyone hopes that their children and grandchildren will achieve good results.

To be named on the gold medal list and admitted to the imperial examination is what candidates and their families look forward to most.

The same goes for He Shilin's family members. The Du family, the two elders of the He family, and Du Jingxiang all came together. They gave him instructions before letting him in.

Looking at He Shilin walking away, Mrs. He's wife spoke.

"Han Chuang has been studying hard for more than ten years, and I have only watched it for a few days. I hope my ancestors will bless me, and God will bless me, so that this kid from Shilin can be named on the gold medal list."

When she said this, she was performing a ritual ceremony in her hands, and her pious attitude was admirable.

Mrs. Du spoke comfortingly from the side.

"Don't worry, my mother-in-law, I've already checked with my husband, and he said that Shilin will be supported by Wenquxing this year, and there will definitely be good results."

"That's good, that's good."

Mrs. He's face was full of smiles, while Du Jingxiang next to her was more concerned about whether her husband would be able to survive the three days away, so his brows were furrowed.

What they were talking about here was lively. On the other end, the carriages and horses of the Duke's Mansion were also slowly arriving here. Shang Qilang came down from above and when he looked at the word "Gongyuan", his expression was full of excitement, as if his ambitions for many years had finally been realized. .

Then people from the Duke's mansion appeared one after another, including everyone except Shang Zhihe.

Mrs. Wei looked at her son and felt proud in her heart.

He hadn't even taken the test yet, so he hurriedly said as if his son had already won the first prize in one fell swoop.

"My son must give his mother some credit. If there is a top three in the family, it will be a great honor for everyone in the Duke's palace."

Grand Duke Shang Yukuan had been feeling sad for not catching up with Xue Niang's appointment these past two days. Now he finally relaxed a little, so he encouraged Shang Qilang.

"Yes, yes, when you come out, we will... we will be able to live a more comfortable life."

Shang Yukuan originally thought that he could help each other with the general's mansion, but it was better not to say this at the moment, otherwise it would be endless troubles.

"Fathers and mothers, don't worry, your son should work hard."

Shang Shiro was not very popular, but he still cared a lot about his brother, so at this moment he sincerely hoped that he would be well, so he said.

"Fourth brother, I wish you a meteoric rise to 90,000 miles. Seventh brother, I'm waiting for your good news."

Shang Qilang smiled, it was not easy to hear this from the fourth brother.

"Okay, thank you fourth brother."

Then he turned around and took a look. Everyone was almost gone in. Shang Qilang didn't delay any more and said after saluting.

"Go back, this is the good news you are waiting for me."

After hearing this, Mrs. Wei was so happy that there were tears in the corners of her eyes, and she hurriedly wiped them with a handkerchief, while Shiro's wife standing next to her also supported her and said.

"Mother-in-law, don't be sad. With your seventh brother's ability, he will definitely earn back his fame."

For Shiro's wife, the more the seventh brother gets along like a fish in water outside, the less likely he is to come back and compete with them for the position of young master, so she really hopes that he will have a good outcome.