She shook her head and said, "Don't look, I have a friend who was abducted and trafficked because of this law. If I hadn't found a relationship and spent a lot of money to redeem her, I'm afraid she would have died in the barracks by now. ”

After hearing this, Gu Shangqing shook his head again and said, "If you haven't read the law, you don't know that the law actually says that those who are trafficked need to be guaranteed by their relatives and redeemed with a lot of money." The redeemed silver taels shall not be less than ten taels of silver, or more than three times the selling price (shēn), and the deed of sale (shēn) shall prevail. If a person who sells (shēn) to bury his relatives, or a person whose relatives cannot be rescued when they encounter a great disaster, selling themselves (shēn) as filial piety is not counted as one of them. ”

Su Jinyao frowned when she heard this, and said, "That is to say, not all those who wrote the deed of sale (shēn) have to be redeemed with a heavy sum?" ”

Gu Shangqing nodded and said, "The law of the imperial court is actually very clear, those who sell for filial piety (shēn) are not among them, and they can be redeemed if they are sold." But do you know that if it weren't for the previous one, which was three times the sale price (shēn), there would have been a kidnapper who would sell the person and then report it to the official? When the government brings people back, they will pretend to be relatives to redeem them, and they won't spend much silver anyway, and they will sell them again when they go back. In this case, the abducted women will have to suffer even more. So later, there was a calendar for confiscating the army, and it had to be ransomed with a lot of money, and the family would consider the consequences before selling their daughters, but there was less time to sell their daughters (qíng) because they had no money. The kidnapper will not think of spending a small amount of money and then redeeming the person and selling it again. ”

Su Jinyao sighed when she heard this, and said, "Look, it's those kidnappers who have broken the matter (qíng), and the kidnappers should be punished heavily." ”

Gu Shangqing shook his head again and smiled: "Jin Yao, you have always been smart, and you are also well versed in the way of getting along with officials and businessmen, you shouldn't not understand the reason for the matter (qíng), right?" If the government does not cover up, can the abductors really run rampant? Some magistrates are just as mad as they take the silver, which has been criticized for many years, and it is not something that the imperial court can manage overnight. ”

Of course, Su Jinyao knew the truth of collusion between officials and businessmen, and she sighed helplessly. Then he said, "Then you haven't said yet, what kind of plan are we going to carry out when we live here?" ”

Gu Shangqing pulled Su Jinyao to sit down, poured her a cup of tea, and said, "Jinyao, I already know the big thing you did on the way back to Anji City. ”

"Big deal? What's the big deal? Su Jinyao lowered her head and thought for a while before she said, "You mean, the matter of the mountain bandit Luo Erchuang (qíng)?" ”

Of course, Su Jinyao knew that after castrating all the people who were in Luo Erchuang, she happened to meet Gu Shangqing when she checked into the inn that night.

That is, the officers and soldiers were inspected, and Gu Shangqing disappeared without a trace. But she didn't know what Gu Shangqing was doing when she mentioned this matter.

Gu Shangqing continued: "Jin Yao, I just want to say that you have done a very good job in this matter. ”

Xiaocheng'er wants to be the son-in-law of the ancient family

When Su Jinyao heard Gu Shangqing praise herself, she couldn't help but laugh and asked, "You mean that if a man does something bad, he should be castrated?" ”

Gu Shangqing listened to it, only to feel that the back of his neck was stiff, but there was a chill in his crotch. Hurriedly waved his hand and said: "This is not the point, I mean, the matter of comfortable mountain bandits (shēn) is very good." ”

Su Jinyao crooked her brain, her brain spun quickly, and then guessed according to Gu Shangqing's meaning: "You want me to continue...... Bandits? ”

"That's right, it's worthy of being my sister, and I have the same heart, I'll dial it a little, and you'll understand." Gu Shangqing said, and gave a thumbs up.

Su Jinyao frowned, thought about it and asked, "But, aren't we going to enter Beijing?" Gu Xuebin probably meant that he hoped that I would go to him before the National Day ceremony. ”

Gu Shangqing nodded and said, "That's right, but we have to suppress bandits all the way to Beijing." But not to castrate them all, but to co-opt them all for your use. ”

"For my use?" Su Jinyao thought about it, her eyes suddenly lit up, and she asked, "You mean, on the way to the capital, all the big cottage bandits are under my hands and unified for my deployment?" ”

"That's right." Gu Shangqing snapped his fingers and explained: "Just imagine, on the occasion of the National Day ceremony, the officials of both the state capital and the town know about your suppression of bandits, and they also know that these bandits and road bandits have all been returned to you, and they will inevitably report to the imperial court, right?" Moreover, the imperial court will also be afraid that at this time, especially when the envoys of various countries go to the capital to give gifts and congratulations, we will make some trouble. Therefore, it is inevitable that the imperial court will co-opt you. ”

Su Jinyao understood that Gu Shangqing wanted Su Jinyao to create the greatest momentum in the shortest possible time. took the opportunity of the National Day ceremony to exert coercion on the imperial court.

In normal times, the imperial court might have directly sent troops to suppress the bandits, or assassinated and arrested Su Jinyao.

However, on the way to the capital with envoys from various countries, it is inevitable that there will be people who will inquire about the reality of the Cloud Dome Kingdom.

At this time, the imperial court sent troops in a free way, but it was just for a Su Jinyao, but it was easy for spies from other countries to pay more attention to Su Jinyao, and maybe some people would want to win them over secretly.

Therefore, the imperial court will definitely adopt the most prudent and low-key style of action, that is, to promise promises, entrust great tasks, move to (qíng), know to reason, and must seek a peaceful solution and include Su Jinyao in the list.

As long as Su Jinyao is absorbed, the bandits and road bandits under her will become the soldiers of the imperial court, whether they are scattered in various places or managed in a unified manner, it is equivalent to giving the local government an extra barrier and protection.

Gu Shangqing then said: "Jin Yao, think about it again, now that I took you to the post station, this is not an ordinary post station, and someone is bound to notice the relationship between you and me." Even if it's not completely clear, you will think that your relationship with the Gu family is not ordinary, so after you have incorporated a large number of bandits, who will the imperial court let be this representative and co-opt you? ”

Su Jinyao took a deep breath and said, "Naturally, the Gu family is the most suitable. ”

Gu Shangqing nodded slowly, praised "smart", and then said: "The Gu family learned that I was with you, and you made such a big move, you are bound to ask me about my relationship with you." At this time, I can directly say that you are the daughter of my third uncle, the daughter that the Gu family did not recognize back then. In front of my grandfather and second uncle, I can guarantee your relationship with me and guarantee that you will not be an enemy of the Gu family. And at this time, the Gu family can stand up, under the banner of sharing the worries of the court, and recognize you justifiably, which is equivalent to incorporating all your people. ”

When Gu Shangqing finished saying all this, Su Jinyao secretly took a breath, squinted at Gu Shangqing, and the corners of her mouth were slightly hooked upward, as if she was smiling.

Gu Shangqing asked curiously, "Jinyao, what's wrong?" Why are you looking at me like this? ”

Su Jinyao sneered and said, "(yīn) risk, really (yīn) risk." ”

"What do you mean? Jinyao, your appearance makes Brother Wei feel bottomless. Gu Shangqing immediately put on a pitiful look.

Su Jinyao sighed twice and said, "I mean, fortunately, I recognized you and didn't make enemies of you." Otherwise, with your (yīn) risk, as long as it is someone you want to calculate, it is estimated that there is nothing that cannot be calculated. Even the Gu family, you have planned so carefully, it's rare. ”

Gu Shangqing pursed his lips and said: "Brother is just to fight for you a bargaining chip, and this can also allow you to have a foothold after returning to the Gu family." Do you know that the Gu family really doesn't raise idlers. Even your younger brother is a first-class and all-round talent, so he can stay with my grandfather (shēn). ”

Su Jinyao heard Gu Shangqing mention Xiaocheng'er, and a soft smile appeared on her face. muttered: "I don't know if I can see him often after I return to the Gu family." ”

Gu Shangqing sighed and said, "He was deeply liked by his grandfather, and he was praised by his grandfather many times, saying that he was a talented person. He also said that he would keep him and cultivate him as a good family member. ”

After speaking, Gu Shangqing said with a sour face: "Even I, the eldest grandson of the Gu family, have never received so much bias (ài) from my grandfather." I reckon he's either going to be my rival or he's going to be my ...... Brother-in-law. ”

"Poof" Su Jinyao just took a sip of tea, and all of them squirted out.

Gu Shangqing hurriedly stretched out his sleeves, wiped Su Jinyao's mouth, and said, "Jinyao, there's nothing wrong with what I said, right?" Why did you react so strongly? ”

"Xiao Cheng'er, he is my younger brother, he, how does he do your Gu family's son-in-law?" Su Jinyao was about to stutter, and she couldn't hold the teacup in her hand, put down the teacup, and said, "Is what you said reliable?" How do I feel so hanging? ”

"Hanging?" Gu Shangqing wiped Su Jinyao's mouth again, and then said, "The Gu family only has me as the eldest grandson, and the rest, including you, are all daughters." What do you think the next generation of the Gu family will use if they want to recruit elites and cultivate talents? ”

"Ahem" Su Jinyao choked even more at this moment, she didn't need tea, she choked herself directly with saliva.

Finally swallowing her saliva, Su Jinyao pulled Gu Shangqing's sleeve and wiped her mouth again, and then said: "Brother, you mean that the Gu family also marries the one (tào) from time to time, and may marry me as the daughter of the Gu family?" ”

"It's not nonsense." Gu Shangqing glanced at Su Jinyao and said, "However, you have the ability to snare the current prince." It is estimated that if you can really return to the ancient family, my grandfather and my second uncle will ensure that you marry as the crown princess. As for the Helian family, they can compete for the top, but for now, the position of the crown prince is still yours. ”

Gu Shangqing was seriously injured

Su Jinyao had completely understood what Gu Shangqing meant, this was a plan to kill three birds with one stone.

not only allowed her to have a force after the bandits, but also made the Gu family have to recognize her ancestors and return to her ancestors, and finally, she could rely on the strength of the Gu family to gain a firm foothold and force the Gu family to promote her to the position of crown princess.

Although Gu Shangqing had told Su Jinyao before that she needed the (shēn) share of the Gu family's daughter, Su Jinyao didn't care.

Now that I think about it, Gu Shangqing's plan can be described as seamless, so that Su Jinyao can't refuse.

Gu Shangqing saw Su Jinyao's brows frowning again and again, so he gently patted Su Jinyao's arm, stretched out his other arm, and said, "Jinyao, change one sleeve to wipe your mouth, this one is already completely wet." ”

"Uh" Su Jinyao looked at the other sleeve that Gu Shangqing handed over seriously, and laughed.

Gu Shangqing also smiled and said, "Jin Yao, don't worry, no matter what plan my brother has, it's all for your good." In my heart, my sister, who has been wronged, deserves everything she should have. What's more, if you and the crown prince (diàn) are still two (qíng) each other, if you don't be the crown princess and let Xue Qi or Yu Xuan do it, it will hurt the hearts of three people, and my two younger sisters will not be happy. ”

In her heart, Su Jinyao already very much agreed with Gu Shangqing's words.

She could really feel that Gu Shangqing, as an elder brother, was really thinking about her.

What's even more rare is that Gu Shangqing let her choose by herself after persuading her. Rather than making any decisions for her.

This is like Gu Shangqing going to the inn all the way and arranging accommodation for Su Jinyao, but Su Jinyao didn't receive (qíng); But if Gu Shangqing and Su Jinyao discussed whether to live in a post house or an ordinary inn, Su Jinyao could listen to Gu Shangqing's meaning the same.

Of course, Su Jinyao knows how to weigh the pros and cons, at this time, Gu Shangqing has made suggestions, although he has been idle for many years, but after all, he is the child of the Gu family, and he is well versed in the way of officialdom.

Therefore, Su Jinyao will definitely not suffer a loss if she obeys his plan, but will be much more insured than Gu Xuebin (shēn), who struggled alone.

Therefore, Su Jinyao asked seriously: "Brother, then what do you think, where is our first goal?" ”

Su Jinyao originally thought that Gu Shangqing must have full authority to make such a plan, and even made preparations in advance to sweep away all the bandits along the way.

Unexpectedly, as soon as Su Jinyao finished asking, Gu Shangqing made an extremely surprised move, spread his hands and said, "How do I know?" ”

"You don't know?" Su Jinyao was also surprised, and said, "I thought you had already made a plan, I just waited to attack with you." ”

Gu Shangqing said with a look of grievance: "I am a pampered young master, the whole (rì) idleness (rì), not enterprising, even my grandfather thinks that your brother is better than me, he is a malleable talent, I am just a rice worm of the ancient family, what perfect goals do you think I can formulate?" ”

Su Jinyao listened, pursed her lips, and said, "Then you don't have to be presumptuous." I think you still have advantages and goals, but you are a big goal, but the specific planning has to be done by a small person like me. ”

After speaking, Su Jinyao sighed and said, "You wait, I'll mobilize people to come over." ”

Gu Shangqing immediately followed Su Jinyao upside down and asked, "Are those people under you the same ones in Zhuangzi?" I think it's really good to have a few good players, but it's okay to do assassination, and it's a bit condescending to be a secret agent. ”

"My people, I don't want you to point fingers. Go for a break, you didn't sleep all night last night. Su Jinyao glanced at Gu Shangqing's bloodshot eyes, and said with some distress: "Brother, I know you have done a lot for me, I don't say thank you, but I must remember it in my heart." ”

"Silly girl." Gu Shangqing touched Su Jinyao's head and said, "Since you remember that I didn't sleep all night, didn't you also sleep all night?" Go back and get some rest, and I'll take care of the rest. ”

"Didn't you say that you are the idle young master of the Gu family?" Su Jinyao felt that Gu Shangqing was really a collection of contradictions, and what he said at the last moment was overturned by himself at this moment.

Gu Shangqing said: "It's true that I am the eldest young master of the Gu family, but I am also Jinyao's elder brother." For the sake of my sister, even if I go to check it myself, I have to find out why. Just by targeting the nearest few hills, I believe there will always be something to be gained. ”

He pointed to the next room and said, "You can go to sleep in peace, get up at night and have supper, and I'll be back." ”

After speaking, Gu Shangqing didn't wait for Su Jinyao to say anything, and he had already turned (shēn) out.

Su Jinyao hurriedly wanted to follow, Gu Shangqing waved her hand at her, and said, "Jinyao, for so many years, I have been alone, so sometimes, I don't need your follow, I can do the same." ”

Su Jinyao stopped at this time and watched Gu Shangqing leave.

She knew very well what Gu Shangqing's words meant, everyone had their own tricks, which were hidden and not visible in front of others.

This is especially true of people like Gu Shangqing, so she doesn't need to follow, she doesn't have to explore his secrets and style, as long as she waits patiently, this brother will definitely give her a big surprise.

It's just that Su Jinyao didn't expect that four hours later, it was dark, and it was also the time for Gu Shangqing to eat supper, and he came back.

The blood of 一 (shēn), full of scars (shēn), almost fell to the ground as soon as she entered the door, which made Su Jinyao unprepared and shocked!

"Brother! You, what's wrong with you? Su Jinyao called this "brother" for the first time, and the sound was broken.

Her heart shrank into a ball, as if a large hand had grabbed her throat and heart and lungs, making her unable to breathe, let alone speak.

Hearing the sound, Xiuning and Dongzi, who lived in the lower room, also came, and they were shocked when they saw this (qíng) scene, and Xiuning even burst into tears.

Gu Shangqing took several breaths and spat out a mouthful of blood before he stretched out his bloodstained hand that was full of blood and the tiger's mouth was cracked, touched it (xiōng), took out a brass beast button from his arms, and stuffed it into Su Jinyao's hand.

"What is this?" Su Jinyao glanced at it, threw it aside, and then said, "Don't, don't talk yet, I'll stop the bleeding for you first." ”

After speaking, Su Jinyao took out a silver needle and stabbed several large (xué) on Gu Shangqing (shēn) one by one, temporarily sealing his bloodline and qi sea, so that his already somewhat chaotic true qi would not run around.

Then, Su Jinyao checked Gu Shangqing's pulse to see if he had any internal injuries.

Fortunately, the internal organs are fine, but because of excessive blood loss, the heart has increased the load, and some heart rates are irregular.

Su Jinyao called Dongzi again: "Come over and help, gently help me take off his clothes, try not to move much, I will check his wounds." ”