Professional Ethics of a Concubine

In Ye Qingzhi's opinion, since the social situation in ancient times was like this, and it was impossible to resist the imperial power, then one should let go of emotions, lie down and accept it, while doing everything possible to seek the best job for oneself, as well as salary and benefits.

Anyway, just change your boss and work for a different company.

If the beautiful mother changes jobs like this and can stop being a mistress with no status and instead seek the status of a concubine from Prince Su, it may be considered a promotion in status compared to being the wife of a merchant family!

However, she could think so herself, but it was impossible for her to think so towards her mother, an ancient woman who valued reputation more than anything else.

She couldn't persuade her mother like that. If she did, it would be like she was forcing her mother to become the prince's concubine.

"Qingzhi, tell me the truth. If I follow Prince Su, will it be good for you, or will it drag you down and tarnish your reputation?"

Mu Nianqiu said softly,

"If it can bring you benefits and won't be a burden to you, I can follow him."

When Ye Qingzhi heard this, she shook her head and said,

"Mother, please don't think about giving in for us and devoting yourself to Prince Su, because you will live a miserable life if you do that.

Moreover, you are gloomy and sad every day, and you are full of hatred and resentment, which may easily offend King Su. King Su may vent his anger on us and take revenge on you for your ignorance.

This is really a case of losing both the wife and the army. I did the work and offended people. It's really not worth it!"

Mu Nianqiu thought about it seriously and felt that what his daughter said made sense.

She had offended the master in the past, and not only was she imprisoned in the family temple for more than ten years, but her children were also dragged down by her. They were not loved by the master and had a hard time living in the mansion.

This time it's a powerful prince. If she offends him, her children will be beaten to death by him.

"It would be better if Mom died, so that everything would be over." Mu Nianqiu sighed, feeling that he had reached a dead end.

"Mom, your idea is even more dangerous!!!" Ye Qingzhi put on a serious face and said in a heavy tone,

"Think about it, if you die, and Prince Su doesn't get you, he will not only miss you more but will also be extremely angry, thinking that you would rather die than obey, that you are defying the imperial power and not taking him seriously!

Then the big brother and his brothers will be in trouble. He will definitely torture them to vent his anger. At the very least, he will exile them, and at the worst, he may just kill them directly!"

Ye Qingzhi was not completely exaggerating, what she said was entirely possible.

Mu Nianqiu was frightened by Ye Qingzhi and turned pale. She quickly said, "Qingzhi, you are still smart. Mother will not think of dying. But, I am afraid that I can't serve the prince happily."

Mu Nianqiu was also worried to death!

She's really not good at pretending.

She won't laugh when she's angry, she won't laugh when she wants to cry, and she won't try to please a man in bed.

More than ten years ago, Ye Yongyuan scolded her for being like a dead fish in bed and a spoilsport.

No matter how you think about it, it's a dead end.

Mu Nianqiu's eyes were already filled with tears. He held Ye Qingzhi's hand and began to blame himself again.

"I'm sorry, Qingzhi. I'm a burden to you again. I never thought that the prince would still miss me even though I'm so old. Does the prince have any hidden illness?"

After hearing this, Ye Qingzhi felt sorry for her beautiful mother but also found it funny.

My beautiful mother really doesn't understand her own charm at all.

Moreover, she is not old at all. She is 35 years old this year and has been resting for more than ten years. She has an elegant and outstanding temperament and looks less than 30 years old.

She was not surprised at all that Prince Su fell in love with her beautiful mother.

Moreover, she felt that for a domineering and powerful man like Prince Su, a clumsy and simple beauty like her mother might be more impressing and more pleasing to him.

Seeing her mother's sad face, Ye Qingzhi was also racking her brains to think about what to do.

Sometimes, all you need to do is change your mindset and you will be willing to do something you don't want to do.

Only by looking at problems from a different angle can you broaden your path.

Mu Nianqiu was really upset, so he simply picked up his Buddhist beads and silently chanted Buddhist scriptures to calm himself.

Seeing the beautiful mother like this, Ye Qingzhi suddenly had an idea, and then he held his mother's hand and said,

"Mom, you believe in Buddha. Buddha said that all living beings are suffering and need to save others and themselves.

Think about it, Prince Su fought for the Great Zhao for more than ten years, and countless of his men died. Although he protected the people of the Great Zhao, he also committed the crime of killing.

Also, he does not follow the rules and regulations and forces you to do something, which is also a violation of greed, anger, and ignorance. This person has too many problems and sins, and he is destined to go to the Avici Hell after his death.

You might as well regard your commitment to Prince Su as saving him, accompanying him, chanting sutras for him on a daily basis, and eliminating his sins. After all, he is also the patron saint of our Great Zhao, and we also need to do our part to repay his protection."

"Can you still think that way?" Mu Nianqiu was surprised.

I didn’t quite understand it, but I was deeply shocked.

"Of course you can!" Ye Qingzhi said firmly, not allowing anyone to argue. She just asked Mu Nianqiu,

"Mother, think about it, if you were asked to save him, could you face him calmly?

Just be yourself now, without trying to please him or hate him deep down.

Instead, I treat him equally with a mindset of saving him, and tolerate his greed, anger, and ignorance... Uh, do you understand, mother?"

Seeing the beautiful mother looking confused but thinking seriously, Ye Qingzhi could no longer fool her.

Sin, sin.

She also didn't want to engage in pyramid schemes and trick her mother into joining the ranks of working people, but thinking this way should make her beautiful mother live a more comfortable life.

Isn't the purpose of life to let go of yourself and hypnotize yourself? Even if you are facing a miserable working life where you don't make any money, you still have to find false goals and a sense of value to make yourself happier.

"It's indeed much better if I think like you said. Mother won't resist anymore, but she's afraid of offending the prince." Mu Nianqiu said.

"No, mother, don't worry. I will teach you some communication skills later. I guarantee that you will be able to handle the situation with ease when facing Prince Su."

Seeing that his beautiful mother had been successfully brainwashed by him, Ye Qingzhi felt relieved, but also felt a little ashamed and full of worry.

Oh, I'm really worried. Can such a beautiful mother live safely in Prince Su's house?

It depends on how much Prince Su is willing to devote to protecting his mother.

Even if there is a third point, my mother will be safe.

He fell in love with her at first sight and was willing to give the personal jade pendant to my mother, so I have to protect it no matter what.

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When the carriage returned to the city and they were about to separate, Ye Qingzhi asked her mother to return to the carriage of the Ye Mansion, and called her eldest brother to discuss the matter with her mother.

She knew that her eldest brother was smart and reliable.

Ye Qingzhi told Ye Junfeng about her plans. Ye Junfeng was surprised and admired her handling of the matter. He said softly, "Big brother will cooperate."

Ye Qingzhi said no more and got on the carriage to go back.

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At Xiangguo Temple, after Ye Qingzhi bid farewell to Master Yin and left, Xie Mingli came over to ask for an audience with Master Yin.

Lin Qingwan's anniversary will be in seven days. He wants to invite Master Le Yin to recite the Sutra of Rebirth for her. Given Master Le Yin's reputation and status, this matter naturally requires him to come forward and ask for it in person.

Although Master Liao Yin agreed to give face, he still said, "Master Xie, don't be obsessed with the past, let yourself go, and let go of your deceased wife."

Xie Mingli smiled bitterly, "I was sorry for her. I made too many mistakes and made her die with hatred. I did all this to atone for my sins."

Master Liao Yin sighed lightly and said nothing more.

"If you don't want to bother me, Master, I would like to play a game of chess with you and have a chat." Xie Mingli said again.

Master Le Yin made a gesture of invitation, and the little monk hurried to get the chessboard and at the same time took away the paper that Ye Qingzhi had just written.

"Wait a minute!" Xie Mingli glanced at the word "回" on it, his face changed, and he couldn't help but shouted, "Let me see!"