Born a phoenix? The husband I picked up is the young emperor

Chapter 2169

When General Ma heard this, he remembered that Qin was the Empress Dowager's close friend.

No one knows how many bad things Qin said to others behind his back. The Empress Dowager must have learned to speak the same language as the Emperor.

In the eyes of the retired emperor, he is now a completely heartless and cruel bastard who treats his wife and children harshly.

Xiao Yunde looked at Old Ma's pale face and knew what was going on in his mind. "You don't have to speculate. Qin has never said a word about you outside. After all, you are the father of her children. If she says something bad about you, it will only bring shame to the children."

When General Ma's thoughts were exposed, his face turned red and white, and he lowered his head in embarrassment.

"When Qin eloped with you, it caused a huge uproar. She didn't need to tell anyone about it; everyone knew about it. She was a woman who acted on impulse. Even if you don't remember her for abandoning her honor to follow you, you should remember that she gave birth to two wonderful sons for you. And you're actually going to punch her in public today? Your son said he'd fight to the death, even if he had to be tied to the execution ground, for anyone who even touched his mother would do so."

Old Ma felt wronged, "But I'm his father, doesn't that mean he doesn't have to be filial to me?"

"That depends on how you treat him. If you haven't fulfilled your responsibilities as a father, how can you have the confidence to accuse him of being unfilial?" Xiao Yunde couldn't help shaking his head.

"I was defending my country at the border! I..."

"That's why I said you're a good general, but not a good husband or a good father. Besides, Ma Chuyang's eagerness to protect his mother is also filial piety!" Xiao Yunde was tired and waved his hand, "You can think about it yourself."

How come a man who is good at marching, fighting and guarding the border is such a mess when it comes to household chores?

Seeing the impatience on the face of the retired emperor, Old Ma bowed and took his leave.

He wandered alone among the winding corridors of the building when suddenly a sudden enlightenment struck him. If Qin Shi had not been sworn brothers with the Empress Dowager, why would she bother with such trivial household matters?

Even when he was at his most respectable, he never had the honor to talk to him.

Thinking of this, cold sweat broke out on Lao Ma's forehead, soaking through his silk inner garment. As soon as the ship docked, the veteran, who had spent half his life in the military, quietly left the ship and presented a petition to the court asking for his remains.

Emperor Wenxuan's imperial edict read, "You have dedicated half your life to military service, and have rendered great service to the country. I grant you one hundred and twenty mu of permanent farmland outside the capital, which will provide for your descendants; one hundred and fifty taels of silver for your retirement; and six rolls of palace satin for all seasons, for your daily needs. I also grant you a pair of green jade wine vessels with dragon-patterned designs, inscribed with the words 'Retire after Success'. I hope you will enjoy a drink in your spare time, recalling your journey across the frozen rivers."

Such a reward is in line with the normal retirement rules and also saves the veteran's reputation.

General Ma was feeling disappointed, but he was also a little narrow-minded and still remembered the grudge of his youngest son kicking him into the river.

In a fit of rage, he gave all his land, silver, and palace satin to his eldest son Ma Chuyi.

Ma's intentions were clear. First, he wanted to win over his eldest son and prevent him from alienating him. Second, he completely abandoned his youngest son, expressing his dissatisfaction with his youngest son's wife.

The third point is that Qin Shi had always claimed that he had not taken any household allowance, so he would give all his retirement income to his son as household expenses. After a hundred years, he would always have someone to see him off to his grave.

My wishful thinking went into action, and I felt so relieved. I felt like I had gotten a great revenge on my youngest son.

Look, you don't respect me, your father! I won't give you anything!