The golden sun shines on a family of three, creating a warm and harmonious picture.
Taifu Zhou looked at the backs of the three of them and said happily: "This is good. The princess is a good daughter-in-law, and Yun'er is also a good child."
Mother Zhou didn't speak, but her face softened visibly.
After being married for many years, Mrs. Zhou understood with just one glance that Zhou's mother accepted Yu Lan and Zhuang Yun. I'm just embarrassed to say it because of my face and strong temper.
Anyway, the days are long and their family has plenty of time.
After returning from the stable, he washed his hands and sat down at the dining table. Zhuang Yun was still very excited.
"Father, when can I ride Xueying?" Zhuang Yun asked Zhou Boxu eagerly.
Xueying was the name they had just given to the horse. Because it was time for breakfast and they had to go to the palace to pay their respects, Zhou Boxu only took Zhuang Yun for a look and did not get on the horse for a test ride.
Looking at Zhuang Yun's expectant eyes, Zhou Boxu wiped his hands with a handkerchief and said, "I will take you out of the city to run horses in the evening."
It's hot in summer, and it gets cooler only when the sun sets.
"Okay." Zhuang Yun agreed happily, his eyes shining brightly.
Yu Lan saw the two of them getting along naturally, with a comfortable smile on his face.
After breakfast, the three of them went into the palace to pay their respects.
At the same time, Dr. Chen arrived at Cao Mansion.
As a witness, Yu Zheng and the imperial censor also went to Cao Mansion. Because Grand Master Cao was too ill to see guests, several people waited in the hall, and only Mr. Zheng and Doctor Chen were allowed to go to Grand Master Cao's courtyard.
Cao Qian led the two of them into Master Cao's house.
Full of doubts, Mr. Zheng approached the bed and saw the person sleeping on the bed, and his expression immediately changed.
Master Cao is really still alive! how so?
"Father." Cao Qian called Grand Master Cao on the bed. He called him several times, but Grand Master Cao didn't respond.
Doctor Chen's heart skipped a beat, and he had a bad premonition.
"Let me show it to Grand Master." The moment Imperial Physician Chen stretched out his hand to touch Grand Master Cao, his heart immediately sank.
In the sweltering heat of June, Master Cao's hands were actually cold.
In order to confirm, Doctor Chen checked his pulse and breath, and confirmed that Master Cao was dead.
"Master Cao, your father... passed away."
"What?"
"What?"
Cao Qian and Master Zheng were shocked at the same time, and were greatly surprised by this result.
After the shock, Cao Qian stepped forward, grabbed Master Cao's hand, and called out urgently.
But no matter how he called, Master Cao didn't respond at all.
"How could this happen? I served the decoction last night, how could it be..." Cao Qian knelt in front of the bed, feeling extremely sad and unable to accept it.
He personally fed Master Cao the bowl of 'calming soup' last night in front of the Cao family, without arousing any suspicion.
Dr. Chen said: "My condolences, Master Cao. Your Majesty must have passed away in his sleep, peacefully and without any pain."
A person's vital pulse disappears, and Doctor Chen can't detect anything.
Mr. Zheng stood there blankly and asked blankly: "You just left last night?"
"Yes." Dr. Chen replied, "I have gone to report to His Highness King Jing."
Mr. Zheng glanced at Master Cao on the bed and followed him.
Seeing the two figures disappearing at the door, Cao Qian had a sneer on his face.
Want to capitalize on his father's death? It depends on whether he agrees or not.
He was about to act, and Grandmaster Cao's death could not be concealed. Doctor Chen's visit was just in time to end the drama for him.
Cao Qian stood up, looked down at the late Master Cao on the bed, and went to prepare for the final scene.
Not long after Yu Zheng and others sat in the front hall, they saw Imperial Physician Chen and Mr. Zheng returning.
So fast?
"How is Master Cao?" Yu Zheng asked.
Imperial Physician Chen cupped his hands and said: "Back to your lord, Grand Master Cao is deceased. From the appearance, he should have passed away in his sleep last night."
This is just speculation based on superficial signs, and the exact cause requires an autopsy. However, Master Cao was highly respected and passed away in his own home after being sick for many years. It was reasonable and no one needed to test it.
The imperial censor and Dr. Zheng were both shocked when they heard this.
How could it be such a coincidence?
Master Cao was still alive yesterday, but he died as soon as the doctor came today?
The hall fell silent for a moment.
At this time, Cao Qian's eyes were red and his face was filled with pain.
"My father has passed away and we need to take care of things after his death, so I won't leave the prince and others behind."
"My condolences, Mr. Cao." Yu Zheng and others stood up and left.
However, as soon as he stepped out of the hall, he was blocked by Cao Sheng.
"Zheng, your words don't count." Cao Sheng glared at Mr. Zheng angrily.
Although Grand Master Cao is dead, he left just last night and was not dead for a few months as rumored. Therefore, Mr. Zheng was wrong about this matter. According to the agreement, he had to apologize to Grand Master Cao.
Master Zheng didn't expect that Cao Sheng was still holding on to this matter, so his expression changed and he said, "Okay, I'll go and apologize to Grand Master Cao."
With that said, he raised his feet and headed to Master Cao's yard.
Cao Qian said: "Wait a minute."
Mr. Zheng stamped his feet.
Cao Qian said in a deep voice: "My father has passed away. Mr. Zheng, please don't disturb me anymore. If you really want to, you can just go to the funeral and place a stick of incense tomorrow."
Mr. Zheng looked at Cao Sheng.
He had no objection to the fact that the deceased was the most important, but it was up to Cao Sheng to agree or not.
Cao Sheng snorted angrily and agreed tacitly.
After sending Yu Zheng and others away, Cao Qian warned Cao Sheng: "I'm going to take care of your grandfather's funeral these days. Please stay calm. If you dare to cause trouble again, I'll break your legs."
Cao Sheng didn't understand, what did he do wrong?
After leaving Cao's mansion, Yu Zheng returned to the palace to pick up Jiang Shu and went to the palace.
When they arrived at Zhongling Palace, Yu Lan and Zhou Boxu and Zhuang Yun had been there for a long time, talking happily to Concubine Yu and the emperor.
"Uncle, aunt." Zhuang Yun stood up to greet him, with a cheerful smile on his face.
Jiang Shu was startled when he saw it, and was filled with emotions.
I have seen Zhuang Yun so many times, and today is the first time I see the innocent and wanton smile of a child on his face.
Children who have received their father's love are really different.
"You are here, sit down quickly." Concubine Yu warmly greeted the two of them to sit down.
After Jiang Shu sat down, Concubine Yu stared at Jiang Shu's bulging belly and asked with concern: "How are you doing recently?"
"Well, I just moved a lot at night and couldn't sleep well." Jiang Shu sighed slightly.
There are still some things Jiang Shu didn’t mention, such as frequent toilet visits, backache, and chest swelling...
It is true that you only know how kind your parents are when you raise a child. If you have not been a mother, you would not know how difficult it is to have a baby.
Both Yu Guifei and Yu Lan had been there before and could understand Jiang Shu's feelings. They also knew that some things were inappropriate to say in front of a man, so they immediately took Jiang Shu to the inner hall.
After watching the three people leave, the emperor asked Yu Zheng: "How is the situation in the Cao Mansion?"
"Master Cao passed away, and the Cao family is preparing for his funeral." Yu Zheng briefly explained the situation.
After hearing this, the emperor sneered: "It's really a good trick, but it gave him a chance to lie."
Yu Zheng had already informed the emperor about the death of Grand Master Cao due to illness.
The emperor kept silent and cooperated with Yu Zheng to act secretly.
Zhou Bo prefaced: "Although this move has fulfilled the lie, it has also completely failed Grand Master Cao's move. The Cao family will definitely make some moves in the near future."
