After the replies of the revenge of Secretary Lu, everyone thought that Qingshu would take over his position, but when the result came out, everyone was very surprised.

Shang Yan was also surprised and happy about this result. He was surprised that he was promoted, and he was happy that he finally got to this position for more than ten years.

It was also that night that the old Secretary of Lu invited him to his home and told him the truth about his promotion. The reason why he wanted him to know the truth was that he wanted him to bear Qingshu's feelings, and the other was that he asked him not to be a Secretary of the House.

Shang Yan suddenly realized and said, "I asked why the Empress did not have Lord Lin as the Minister of Shang? It turned out that she had shirked herself."

Shangshu Lu said: "Many people complain about Lin's identity as a woman, but few people can't compare to her in terms of character."

Most of the people in the officialdom try to climb up, and some even step on others to get up; in addition, they like to support themselves and suppress people from other factions. But Lin Qingshu is very different. She has always been diligent in doing her own duties, and as long as the people below are talented and good-character, she will support and even recommend them. Two-thirds of the officials who have been released from the Ministry of Revenue in recent years are recommended by her.

Shang Yan knew that Shangshu Lu’s suggestions were for his good intentions, and he was very grateful. His attitude towards Qingshu was the same as before, and he got along well in this way.

However, Yaoyao was not satisfied with this result and said to Qingshu: "Mom, what can Shangyan compare to you except that he is older than you? Why can he surpass you and become the Minister of Revenue?"

Qingshu smiled and said, "Just relying on his wholeheartedness to be a businessman, and I not only have to take care of my family and business, but also have to be distracted to take care of Qingshan Girls' School."

Although the Qingshan Women's School is now managed by Hou Jia and Su Pei, and Mr. Lu is helping, the overall situation is still controlled by Qingshu. But now she is older and her energy is not as good as before. If she becomes the Minister of the Ministry of Revenue, she will never be able to care about Qingshan Women's School.

Yaoyao understood this and asked with a smile: "Mom, you don't do it yourself! I thought they were afraid that they would encourage their father's power and would not let you do it!"

"Well, your aunt specially called me into the palace five days ago to ask about this, but I refused."

Yaoyao asked, "Mom, don't you feel regretful?"

Qingshu shook his head and said, "In comparison, Qingshan Women's School is more important to me. After working for another ten years, when you female officials have all experienced it and can stand alone, I will quit my post and focus on developing the female students."

Yaoyao held Qingshu's arm and whispered: "Mom, I am proud of you."

Some people say that her mother is stupid, she doesn't enjoy the blessings and works hard all day long, and she also spends money to support so many children to study. But she feels that it is because of people like her mother that the world is so beautiful.

Qingshu gently touched her head and said with a smile: "As long as you do this, your mother will not leave any regrets even if she closes her eyes. You are the same. You must work hard to realize your dreams and never give up halfway. In this way, when you get old, you can tell your children and grandchildren that there will be no regrets in this life."

Yaoyao nodded and said, "Don't worry, mom, I will keep going."

After talking about business, Yaoyao asked, "Mom, I heard from my brother that Mrs. Cheng San's health has improved. Is my sister-in-law going back to Beijing?"

Qingshu was a little surprised, but Brother Jifu said so, she wouldn't say much: "If Mrs. Cheng San is in good health, your sister-in-law will definitely return to Beijing."

"How long will it take?"

Qingshu poked her forehead and cursed with a smile: "Do you hope Mr. Yu will come back soon so that you don't have to deal with common affairs anymore?"

Yaoyao said twice: "It's still my mother who knows me."

As a result, before the two of them finished talking, someone came to report the demise in Cheng's house. Yaoyao was stunned when she heard that it was Gong's death.

Yaoyao said disbelief: "How is that possible? My brother told me the day before yesterday that Mrs. Cheng San's health has improved, why is it gone?"

Qingshu said: "Mrs. Cheng San is exhausted. I guess she is in a good mood when she sees your sister-in-law, so she is in a good mood. But when she gets angry, she can't stand it."

Seeing her look very dull, Yaoyao couldn't help but ask: "Mom, are you guessing that her life is not long?"

Qingshu shook his head and said, "It's not that I guessed, but that your aunt Qian wrote to me that she couldn't last a few days. It's just that your sister-in-law was so happy at the time that she didn't tell her the truth."

"I see."

She felt strange at the time, but this was what Brother Fu said, so she didn't think deeply. Yaoyao said with some emotion: "Sister-in-law must be very uncomfortable."

Qingshu nodded and said, "I want to support my son but my parents are not here. Only those who have experienced this kind of grief know. What's more, Mrs. Cheng San's death was caused by Master Cheng San's hands. Your sister-in-law must be even more sad."

Yaoyao already knew the reason for the Gong's coma. She said with some emotion: "It's not worth it to do this for a man."

Qingshu shook his head and said, "This is not a question of whether it is worth it. Women are easily influenced by emotions, and once they are trapped in a vow, it is difficult to break free."

Yaoyao shook her head and said, "Mom, I'm not determined enough. Didn't Aunt Yu come out at the beginning?"

It is precisely because I came out that day that I am living a happy life now.

Qingshu shook his head and said, "Heli is not as simple as you think. At that time, your aunt Yu received the support of the eldest princess, and I and your aunt and I persuaded her for half a year before she made up her mind to Heli. But there are very few women in this world who can get help from elders and friends like your aunt Yu."

Yaoyao said, "Mom, you are right. Many women will not be separated even if they are not happy. However, they will plan for their children, but Mrs. Cheng San doesn't even care about their children for a man."

Qingshu did not agree with Gong's behavior, but everyone has their own choices. And everyone is gone, so there is no need to blame the other party: "We cannot change the other person's behavior, and what we can do is make ourselves better."

Yaoyao nodded.

Brother Fu got the news and went to Cheng's house. After returning, he said to Qingshu: "Mom, my mother-in-law died of illness half a month ago."

This time was almost the same as Qingshu had expected before. She nodded and said, "The matter of life and death cannot be changed by human power. Fortunately, the Gong family was sent away by Yu Jun and his brother, otherwise Yu Jun would feel guilty for the rest of his life."

Although I still leave regrets, I have met people and have been together for a few days. When I recall them, I will not be blank with my mother.

Brother Fu lowered his head and didn't say anything.

Qingshu looked at him like this and said, "Fu'er, if you are worried, please ask for half a month, and go back to Yu Jun's hometown to kowtow to your mother-in-law's grave to burn incense."

It’s hard to take a three or four-month leave, but it’s still OK to take a half-month leave.

Brother Fu shook his head and said, "Mom, I won't let you go, I will stay in the capital from now on."

I didn't feel anything before, but after Gong Shi's incident, he felt that things were impermanent. So he didn't want to let go, so he could take care of Fu Jingen or Qingshu if he had something.

Qingshu smiled and said, "Silly kid, your father and I have always been in good health and will not be in any way. But when we get older in ten years, we will have to escort you back if you don't go back to Beijing."
Chapter completed!