I was divorced because I got pregnant during the lean years, so I went back to my parents’ home and

The horses under Qiu Ming's command are not available to ordinary people. They are directly sent to the front line or reserved for royal nobles.

"I can't help you with that. Although I'm in charge of the horses, each horse has been assigned a specific position. I can't make the decision on my own."

After Qiu Ming finished speaking, He Ye felt a chill in his heart.

It’s over. A month’s hard work has been wasted.

He said with some disappointment: "Well, I won't embarrass Mr. Qiu!"

"However, I did bring back two foals. They are currently quite weak. If you are not in a hurry, I will take care of them for a while. You can go over and pick one. It will be considered a gift from me to you!"

Qiu Ming patted He Ye on the shoulder.

This was the first time someone had directly approached him to buy his horse.

Moreover, he admired the son of the Minister of War, who was able to go to the northern border alone, start as a small soldier, and become a deputy general with his own ability.

He Ye was so happy that he jumped up and down on the spot...

"Thank you, Mr. Qiu!"

Qiu Ming smiled and went into the house.

He Ye went into the house and took out the jade pendant and jade bracelet, then took out two pieces of gold from his pocket and placed them on the table.

"Mr. He, you won't need so much!"

Jiaojiao said with a smile.

"No need to look for it, save the rest for next time!"

He Ye jumped and skipped away, pulling his skinny horse.

He patted the horse's butt and whispered, "Thank you for your hard work over the past month. It's all thanks to you!"

He got on his horse and went to find Fu Jichang.

What he wanted to do most now was to go to Fu Jichang and show off.

Hahahaha, his hundred thousand taels are gone!

I will soon have a great horse, bred by Qiu Ming!

Hahahaha, this is enough for him to brag about for two lifetimes.

In the Zheng Dafu Hall.

Qiu Ming placed the divorce papers in front of Jiaojiao.

She glanced at Ruo Xiaolian's handprint next to her, neither sad nor happy, and quietly pressed her own handprint.

This period of life finally came to an end.

It has to be my grandfather, otherwise I don’t know how long it will take.

"You and An'an should follow Grandfather to Western Xinjiang and start a new life there... Grandfather will always be worried about you, a woman with a child."

Qiu Ming felt even more distressed when he saw Jiaojiao's calm face.

"Grandfather, I don't want to leave here for the time being. Zheng Dafu has just sorted out his business, and it's pretty good. I live a fulfilling life every day, and with Ji Xiaobei as my companion, life is not boring."

Qiu Ming didn't force it anymore.

He owns thousands of acres of land, hundreds of shops, and other real estate such as farms and houses here.

He asked someone to deposit a thousand taels of gold for Jiaojiao in Golden Leopard.

These things are enough for the granddaughter and great-granddaughter to live on for several lifetimes, so Jiaojiao doesn’t have to work so hard to make money.

Every time he talked to Jiaojiao, Jiaojiao refuted him.

Our family has such a huge fortune, why do you want to go to the difficult western border? You can just retire to your hometown from the emperor and train horses in the capital.

Qiu Ming shook his head: "It's different. That place is most suitable for cultivating high-quality varieties. The regional environment is most suitable..."

At this point, the grandparents and grandchildren burst into laughter.

No one can convince anyone else, so let’s just live our own lives!

Jiaojiao coquettishly took Qiu Ming's arm and said with a smile:

“Grandfather, don’t worry about me, I’m doing well now.

In the past, you were worried about me and entrusted me to Ruo Xiaolian. At that time, you and I both felt that he was reliable and worthy of lifelong trust. But he didn't belong to me alone. He was also the third son of the Ruo family. In addition, he was cowardly and could not make decisions on many things.

These days I have figured it out. It is better to rely on myself than on others.

After I had An An, I grew up and will try my best to take good care of her and myself. Grandfather, don't worry. What your granddaughter is worried about now is you. That bitter cold place is the most harmful to your health. You are old and I am not around. Why don't you return to the capital next year? His Majesty will not blame you!"

Qiu Ming's eyes were warm. The little girl he brought home that year had really grown up.

The second year after Ning Jinzhi got married, he went to Western Xinjiang. He devoted himself to his work and spent all his time with horses. Batches of ponies grew up in his hands, and many excellent breeds were bred.

He has always been alone.

That time he rode a horse to a small town in Xinjiang to buy things and met an abandoned baby at the city gate.

He waited for a whole day holding the baby.

Her parents didn't show up.

He took her home and kept her by his side.

He named her Qiu Jiaojiao.

Jiaojiao grows up slowly.

When he was a teenager, he felt that the conditions in Xinjiang were too harsh and he didn't want his granddaughter to live there for the rest of her life.

He applied for a job in the capital.

His Majesty agreed.

He returned to Kyoto with his granddaughter.

The emperor thought highly of him and gave him many rewards and lands.

When he was in Xinjiang, he collected a lot of rare items, all of which were bought from foreigners.

He took it to the capital and sold it for a lot of silver.

A large part of it was sold to Cuijinlou.

At that time, he brought his granddaughter there and met the people of the Ruo family. He took a liking to Ruo Xiaolian.

Hey!

He sighed, thinking how blind he was.

A year after he returned to the capital, Fu Rungao passed away.

He went to pay his respects with his colleagues and saw Ning Jinzhi, who was thin and dressed in white.

This was the first time Ning Jinzhi saw her after marrying Fu Rungao.

Unexpectedly, it was at her husband's memorial service.

He only took a quick glance and quickly looked away.

She is Mrs. Fu.

A woman who has nothing to do with me.

People were coming and going, and she didn't see Qiu Ming at all.

Her haggard face was always imprinted in his mind.

After Jiaojiao got married, he returned to Xinjiang.

There has been no news of Ning Jinzhi since then.

It was not until some people from the capital came to Western Xinjiang and chatted together that Qiu Ming learned that Ning Jinzhi's son, Fu Yannian, the Grand Secretary of the Hanlin Academy, had been assassinated while accompanying the emperor on his southern tour.

He was stunned.

He couldn't imagine whether such a weak woman could withstand the blow.

First she lost her husband, then she lost her son!

He was in a state of panic for many days.

Later, he kept this woman deep in his heart and never brought her up again.

She is a woman who has nothing to do with herself.

I didn't expect that my granddaughter had lived in Ning Jinzhi's house for many days, and the two of them had been together day and night for so many days.

The corners of his mouth curved.

"Grandfather, what are you thinking about? You look so happy!"

Jiaojiao asked with a smile.

"It's okay, I just remembered an old friend!" Qiu Ming said with a smile.

"Have you known Mrs. Fu for a long time?" Jiaojiao asked.

"Yes, I knew her when I was young. She was the eldest daughter of the Ning family, a large weaving family in Jiangnan. Everyone in the capital knew her. She was both talented and beautiful, and her family was prominent! I wonder how she is doing now?"

Qiu Ming was looking forward to Jiaojiao telling him about Ning Jinzhi's recent situation.

"No wonder. Xiaobei has a textile workshop in the south city. It was originally run by Old Madam Fu and her staff. She can also repair looms. The fabrics she makes are fine and soft. Ladies and young ladies in the capital all come here to make clothes."

"Mrs. Fu is clever, smart and capable. No other woman can compare to her. Who else is in her family now?"

Qiu Ming asked.