0p0 Chapter 8 The Unlucky Scoundrel in an Old-Fashioned Novel 7
Chapter 8 The Unlucky Scoundrel in an Old-Fashioned Novel 7
That was airtight.
Two hundred soldiers fought desperately, forming a human wall to protect the young general within the encirclement.
It wasn't until the army discovered the spies had escaped and the conspiracy was foiled.
Only then were reinforcements able to arrive.
At that time,
The second uncle shielded the young general from several attacks, allowing him to survive.
It is both a misfortune and the greatest fortune.
The second uncle made sure the young general remembered him, leaving behind a strip of cloth with his blood-written words.
They entrusted someone to deliver it to their eldest uncle, promising them a place to settle down in Chang'an.
When the eldest uncle went with the team to collect the body, he discovered that the enemy had already destroyed the evidence.
The ashes of two hundred soldiers were all mixed together in one pile, making them indistinguishable.
The generals could only suppress their grief and each receive a handful of gifts according to the roster.
My second uncle is gambling.
He gambled on that sliver of hope, exploiting the young general's survival, his family background, and his mistakes to deliver the blood-written robe.
He knew that the strip of cloth would end up in his eldest uncle's hands, which was also to transfer the credit and benefit his family.
Those four large characters were both blurry and firm:
"Protect my wife and children"
......
Xia Youmi recalled the peaceful world she once knew.
Or, how well a stable country protects its people.
This was the first time she had faced this cruelty head-on.
I just feel that
It turns out that war and sacrifice are not always dramatic.
It could be a scam, an internal power struggle, or just a joke.
Human life is so fragile.
She knew that turning seven would be a turning point for her.
In the original book, the judgment mentioned a few words about his life.
He wrote: "In the sixth year of the Qiyuan era, I moved to Chang'an with my mother."
She thought that something wonderful had happened to her family, and that they would be able to settle down and live in Chang'an, a city where land was incredibly expensive.
did not expect,
But it cost several lives.
Because of this benefit, the eldest uncle felt uneasy.
This is a unique gift from a distinguished person, and even if it is unfair, one cannot refuse it.
He has no right to give up the protection that Erlang left for his wife and children in exchange for extra compensation for two hundred soldiers.
This battle is dishonorable, and those who seek rewards for the masses may end up with nothing.
Finally, the eldest uncle volunteered to transport the deceased's belongings.
We carefully checked each household's information and publicized their achievements to ensure subsidies were provided.
At the same time, he was transferred from logistics, reported for injury and demobilized. After returning to the capital to report for duty, he could take a sinecure in Chang'an.
At this moment, most people probably still don't understand.
My uncle was transferred from a combat soldier to a logistics soldier, which must have been because he had long ago suffered a serious injury that made it inconvenient for him to fight.
It's likely that he stayed behind simply to convert his own value into security for his wife and children.
......
A few days later, the young general surnamed Zhao who delivered the message came looking for him again.
The Wang family was informed that the nobleman had returned to the capital and that the bestowed residence had been properly arranged.
In a less central location, one can stay away from conflict.
There are shops in front, which makes it convenient to do some business, so it's a well-thought-out plan.
The household registration was transferred to Wang Shaoyan, the youngest son of the Wang family's second son.
The process of announcing a death, changing household registration, transferring ownership, relocating, registering, paying taxes, etc., is extremely complicated and must be completed while a benefactor is willing to help.
In addition, Wang Shaoyi and his mother, as well as Wang Xiu and her daughter, will also be moved in.
This is what my maternal uncle meant.
He hoped that his sisters-in-law could look out for each other, and that his two brothers could support each other. He took on the responsibility of supporting the family.
As for Wang Xiu and her daughter, it was the eldest uncle's personal motive.
Although Wang Xiu was a woman who married out of the family, over the years, Xia Li had long since become a de facto "son-in-law".
He himself does not deny that he relied on the protection of the Wang family.
The siblings tacitly agreed that they would pay Erlang's family a monthly rent based on the market price in Chang'an.
They had even considered what kind of business to make: opening a breakfast stall and selling steamed buns.
With Wang Xiu's excellent skills as collateral, and with the help of her two aunts, this small business was able to stay afloat.
As for the matter of my two cousins changing schools, having already solved their livelihood issues, it was really inappropriate to ask the benefactor for help again.
We can only wait for my uncle to return and then think of another way.
Time is tight.
After everyone digested this information, they went their separate ways to prepare.
Wangjia Village is only a hundred li from Chang'an City, a journey that can be completed in half a day at a fast pace. Wang Shaoyan remained silent and cooperated with all the procedures.
Looking at her cousin's increasingly dejected face, Xia Youmi had a bad feeling.
I've been so busy lately that I haven't had a moment to rest.
My second maternal aunt, Li, is seriously ill and bedridden, requiring my care.
My mother and aunt were taking stock of the household expenses, while the village head was discussing some land matters with the clan chief.
Wang Shaoyi accompanied his cousin Wang Shaoyan as they acted according to the arrangements made by the important person.
After everything finally went smoothly.
It was only when everyone gathered together that they discovered this.
Both Wang Shaoyan and his mother were emaciated.
"I won't be staying in Chang'an anymore," Wang Shaoyan said calmly.
It has finally arrived, the situation we were worried about.
"Yanlang!"
"But are you worried about your mother's condition? I already told Yilang that once we move to Chang'an, I will ask Fangniang to visit the Imperial Medical Bureau and ask a physician to come and treat her."
Fangniang was the second daughter of her maternal uncle, who married into Chang'an.
She married a local official; their life wasn't exactly poor, but they didn't have much extra money either.
This time, I heard she's pregnant and unable to travel.
Aunt Liu, the eldest maternal aunt, has also turned several strands of hair white with worry these past few days.
She was worried about her injured husband, and also afraid that her sister-in-law would lose heart.
They were also worried about their second aunt, who was newly pregnant, and their son, who was shouldering the burden.
Hearing Wang Shaoyan say he wasn't going to Chang'an now, it must have been discussed with his mother!
How am I going to explain this to my husband?
They went to stay in the house that Erlang had earned with his life, but the owner refused to go.
How dignified!
Liu spoke up again to advise:
"Yanlang, you must think about your mother's condition. The doctors in the village and the county aren't very effective. Once your uncle returns to the capital, have him plead with a powerful person to provide medicine. I don't believe that fellow can..."
"Cough cough!"
Second maternal aunt Li weakly interrupted her sister-in-law's persuasion.
Everyone quieted down to listen.
"Sister-in-law...cough! Don't try to persuade me...I know my time is up, if I take more medicine to keep me alive...cough...I'm afraid, I'm afraid I won't be able to catch up with Jinglang..."
Tears welled up again, and sobs echoed from all directions.
The eldest aunt desperately covered her mouth with the corner of her clothes, afraid that the wailing would escape and disturb the second aunt's conversation.
"I'm leaving, Yanlang..."
Wang Shaoyan stepped forward and gently grasped Li's hand, nodding vigorously as he stared unblinkingly at his frail mother.
He was afraid to hear those words.
He wanted to cover his ears.
"I'm afraid..."
“Jinglang…this is…this is to…go and pick up my three…bratty boys. We…we’re going to…reunite down there! Cough cough, it should have been…sooner than expected.”
Li's lips closed slightly, curving upwards into a gentle smile.
He seemed to be smiling, a sense of satisfaction tinged with happiness.
slowly,
His hand was released and fell to his sides.