The night is clear and cold.

Although there is no moon at the beginning of the month, the sky is dotted with stars, like a vast sea.

Tonight, the stars are shining brightly.

In the huge Duke's mansion, Jia Qiang carried a lantern and walked with Daiyu.

Daiyu was draped in a thin pleated brocade cloak with red feather gauze and scattered flowers, and a hairpin of emerald beads and silk in a flowing cloud bun.

Jia Qiang looked at her with a sideways face and said softly: "But it's time to change the jade hairpin and jade bracelet?"

According to the rules of the capital, gold is exchanged for jade in the third month, and jade is exchanged for gold in the tenth month.

Today happens to be the first day of March, so it’s time to change my jade necklace.

Daiyu responded softly and said with a smile: "I'll change it when I go home tomorrow."

Jia Qiang hummed and said, "It's time for you to go home tomorrow."

Daiyu, who had not raised her eyes, felt a sigh in her heart when she heard this. She raised her eyes and looked at Jia Qiang, saying, "Do you want me to leave like this?"

Jia Qiang laughed and said, "What are you thinking about? You are telling me such things... I wish you could come here today and be the wife of the house for the rest of your life and never leave."

"Pooh!"

Daiyu spat softly, then heard Jia Qiang say again: "Today, there is not enough silk and satin to sell on Xixie Street. How many imperial orders have been taken away today? A lot of imperial orders have not been gone, but this thing is not available. Don’t buy it, otherwise how will we meet in the future? So there will definitely be many emperors coming to the house tomorrow to ask for help. Old lady, they won’t be able to ask for much from the madam. It is inevitable that some smart people will go to the Lin family..."

Daiyu's eyes lit up when she heard this, she pursed her lips and smiled, "Is that what you said last time?"

Jia Qiang chuckled and nodded, saying: "People like us usually value favors. They owe you a favor. When they meet in the future, they will naturally give you three points. The brocade silk released from your hand, It can be 30% cheaper than the one on Xixie Street. I have already sent people to transport 500 horses to the Lin family warehouse. How to deliver them and how to do this favor? You can discuss it with Aunt Mei after you go back. In short, even if you don’t make money, Pay some money back, and don't let those women in the future bully you for being young and look down upon you."

Hearing this, Daiyu endured it again and again, but still couldn't hold it back and pursed her lips and smiled.

Who kind of man would consider these things for a housewife...

Being cared for like this made Daiyu feel so warm.

The slightest trace of grudge has disappeared...

Emotions need to be maintained in this way.

She asked again: "What did the old lady say to you today?"

Jia Qiang said: "There are four children in the Shi family, all of whom are concubines. The old lady wants me to take them in and arrange an errand."

Daiyu was a little unhappy after hearing this, and said: "Why do even the Shi family come to look for you? There are two marquises in his family."

Jia Qiang sneered and said: "People are poor, their ambitions are short, their horses are skinny, their hair is long. Those two princes both inherited titles from Yinmeng Zuyin. They are empty shells. Their inner pockets have long been exhausted. They are still trying to save face outside." .Plus, someone in the family deliberately suppresses the bastard, it’s a mess.”

Daiyu heard this, thoughtfully, and asked quietly: "Brother Qiang, what do you think of the difference between concubines and concubines?"

When Jia Qiang heard this, she burst into laughter. Daiyu was instantly ashamed and said angrily: "Don't laugh!"

Jia Qiang slowly stopped smiling, looked at her and said, "Although it is too early to tell now, I can guarantee that this Duke's Mansion and this title must belong to our child."

When Daiyu heard this, her heart was as sweet as honey, but she still said hurriedly: "There is no distinction between concubine and concubine in my heart. I treat the second sister and the third girl with the same respect."

Jia Qiang smiled and said: "I don't know you yet? You are the softest and kindest girl I have ever seen, and you are also my most precious treasure. There may be other women in my life, but Sister Lin, you must be the one The most special and the most different. Don't worry, you will always be at the center of my heart and will never waver. Of course, I will treat my children well and be a good father, and you will also be a good stepmother. You He has always done better than me."

When Daiyu heard this, her face glowed under the starlight, and she said an inaudible "hmm".

Jia Qiang looked at her and said softly: "If you really mind that there are other girls in my room, you must tell me and you can't feel wronged. Do you understand?"

Daiyu hurriedly raised her head and looked at him and said: "I never minded, I didn't say anything. Even my aunt at home told me that your penis is too thin, and you are alone. It’s so pitiful that no one can help you when you’re being bullied. What’s more, you are also the eldest child. So, adding someone to your room is not a bad thing for me. Otherwise..."

Otherwise, all the pressure will be on Daiyu alone. How many children will she have to have...

It's just that it's naturally hard to say this.

Jia Qiang chuckled, causing Daiyu to give him a stern look.

However, Jia Qiang added: "The old lady just said that she and her husband had discussed it and wanted to choose a date to get engaged..."

When Daiyu heard this, her face was like rouge, her eyes were full of autumn water, she lowered her head and said nothing.

Just listen to Jia Qiang say: "Sir declined, and I said there was no rush."

"ah?!"

Daiyu couldn't hide her disappointment and couldn't bear to be ashamed. She looked up at Jia Qiang in confusion.

Jia Qiang smiled warmly and said: "As I said before, you can be the eldest lady of the Lin family for a few more years and live carefree for a few more years. If you get engaged now, it will be difficult to see each other in the future. Before we get married, Yili cannot see her. How can I bear this? Let alone not seeing each other for one or two years, even if I don’t see each other for a few days, I can’t bear it. So I told the old lady that when the year comes after two years, one day The engagement should not exceed ten days at the latest, then we will get married immediately, worship heaven and earth, and enter the bridal chamber..."

"Bah!"

Daiyu spat twice. Although she felt a little regretful, she also understood Jia Qiang's thoughts.

Not to mention Jia Qiang, she couldn't bear not seeing him for so long.

Jia Qiang looked at her bright eyes full of morning dew and stars, gently held her cold catkins, and said: "Don't worry about me, I will never be as great as Sir, without worrying about the world first." , I have the ambition to enjoy the happiness of the world, and I have no responsibility for the rise and fall of the country. At heart, I am just a selfish person. Everything I do and plan, in the end, is just to protect you and our future. Children and their families can live a carefree and trouble-free life in this world without being bullied or wronged. Even on the day when I die, there will be a happy smile on my lips. If I can achieve this, I will be happy. He is the most successful man in the world."

Daiyu's eyes became clearer and brighter, as if reflecting the stars in the sky. Her eyes were full of Jia Qiang. Let Jia Qiang hold her hands tightly, and she mustered up the courage to whisper: "Brother Qiang, you have done a lot. Okay. Is there anyone in this world who can really not be bullied or wronged? Didn’t dad teach you that a person’s mind is made bigger by being bullied and wronged? As long as the family is together, as long as there is With you here, I am not afraid of being bullied or wronged. You are a big man and a great husband. If you are willing to achieve a great career, I will not stop you. As long as you can do well."

The affection in Jia Qiang's eyes almost overflowed. He opened his arms, gently hugged Daiyu into his arms, and whispered in her ear: "Good sister, don't worry. If I can't be with you in this life,

Let’s grow old together and no one can harm me! I swear!”

…

"Um?"

After a stick of incense, Jia Qiang and Daiyu returned to the small courtyard. When they entered the door, they saw many people in the central hall.

After the two of them looked at each other and entered, they found that the three You sisters were all there, and Ping'er was talking to them.

Seeing Jia Qiang and Daiyu come in, everyone stood up one after another.

When they saw Jia Qiang's face first, everyone was shocked, and their beautiful eyes looked over with concern and nervousness.

Jia Qiang felt impressed in her heart, but she didn't care on her face. She waved her hands and said, "Don't be surprised. We set up a martial arts arena in the East Road Courtyard to compete with others. The injuries we sustained were only minor injuries."

After hearing what he said, everyone hesitated to ask more questions.

Youshi stepped forward and took Daiyu's hand. Others, including Youshi's sisters, followed Ping'er, Xiangling and Qingwen to greet Daiyu.

Daiyu said hurriedly: "Get up quickly. We are all guests and older than me. How can you salute me?"

Youshi smiled apologetically and said, "I came here to plead guilty, and I expected the girl to intercede for me later."

Daiyu was looking at Jia Qiang in confusion when she saw Youshi looking down at Sister You and saying, "What do you say?"

Ping'er was puzzled when he saw Jia Qiang, so he hurriedly stepped forward and whispered what happened today.

Sanjie You's face turned pale, and her beautiful eyes were full of dissatisfaction and grievance. However, under You's fierce gaze, she could only slowly step forward and kneel on the ground, tears falling drop by drop.

After hearing Ping'er's words, Jia Qiang frowned and said to Youshi: "It's not her fault. Why did you ask her to kneel down? Hurry up and scream. How can I bear with these tricks?"

After hearing this, Youshi was still worried and said angrily: "Although I have suffered some grievances, I don't deserve anything. She just poured ice water on my face like that. Later I asked if she was a serious official ordered by Marquis Wu..."

"

Jia Qiang sneered and said: "Grandma is confused too! That bitch only scolded you? You represent the Jia family's face when you are there, and it also represents my face. Next time someone humiliates the Jia family like that, you will just slap your ears."

Beat her! After the beating, I will take care of the rest."

These domineering words made many people look strange.

Third Sister You also looked at Jia Qiang in confusion...

Youshi was startled when she heard this, and then hesitantly said: "This..." She looked at Daiyu.

Now no one in the Jia family understands that in Jia Qiang's place, no one can speak like Daiyu, not even the old lady of Xifu.

Daiyu first said to Third Sister You: "Third Sister, please get up first. It's to protect your sister, and it can be regarded as protecting the Jia family and Brother Qiang. How can this be considered a crime?"

She had the golden book and the phoenix chariot gifted by the Queen in her hand. Although she had never wanted to show off in the past, she could not allow others to humiliate Jia Qiang and Ning Mansion.

Therefore, he did not take Xiongwu Houfu seriously.

She still vaguely remembered that Prince Xiongwuhou was one of the people involved in the burning of the carriage, and he was not a good person.

Hearing what Daiyu said, Mrs. You hurriedly said to Third Sister You: "Young lady has already spoken, why don't you get up quickly? Thank you very much."

"oops!"

Daiyu didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and said angrily: "What are you talking about, sister-in-law! Third sister is your sister, so I should call you sister when it comes to etiquette. How can you be like this? It seems that I am frivolous and disrespectful."

Hearing this, Mrs. You saw that Third Sister You had been crying uncontrollably, and her eyes were red, and she said: "It's not that I'm harsh on my sister. If she was ugly, had less ambition, or was soft-tempered,

No matter what, I can save some dowry and marry her safely. But she is born like this, with high ambitions and a violent temper. If I didn't have the nerve to drag her to Jia's house to protect her, where would she be able to reap the benefits?

Who can tolerate her? Look at her, she probably even hates me."

Sanjie You wiped away her tears and said, "Who hates you?"

He glanced at Youshi, and finally glanced at Jia Qiang.

Daiyu was such a smart girl, she immediately saw something was wrong and looked at Jia Qiang with a half-smile.

Jia Qiang really screwed up this time, but then she thought again, no, it shouldn't be him, so she smiled and said: "I'll invite Leng Erlang Liu Xianglian to meet me later, and I'll feel relieved."

When Sanjie You heard this, she suddenly turned pale and said, "When did I say I knew him?" After that, she turned around and left.

Jia Qiang: "..."
To be continued...