After being rejected, he emptied the mansion and went into exile

She stood there a little awkwardly, frowning and looking a little embarrassed.

Aunt Yun tugged at her skirt, and Shen Tingyao slowly sat down.

Madam Shen chuckled and said, "It seems that I am really old. The younger generations are starting to disobey me."

Mrs. Shen: "Mother, please don't say that."

Madam: "Mother..."

Aunt Yun lowered her head and dared not speak. If this were in the Shen Mansion, she would not have the chance to meet Old Madam Shen.

The Third Madam couldn't bear to watch this any longer: "Tingyao, why don't you apologize to Grandmother?"

Shen Tingyao was stunned for a moment, then said, "Grandma, Ting'er knows she was wrong."

Madam Shen: "Admit your mistakes? You really do? Do you all know that our Shen family has collapsed?!"

Everyone lowered their heads. Too much happened that day.

They didn't have time to react.

As soon as they woke up in the morning, the Shen family's house was ransacked.

Then he received the imperial decree of exile.

When they finally left Shangjing City, the eldest lady Shen Jinyao suddenly left again.

Unexpectedly, when she came back, she said that there were soldiers chasing her.

They were running for their lives, nervous and excited, and even forgot why they came here.

They had just rested and were a little dazed when they saw the dilapidated temple.

It was not until Old Madam Shen said that the Shen Mansion had collapsed that they thought about the reason for everything they had experienced today.

Yes, the Marquis’ Mansion is no longer there, and the Marquis, several other masters, and the eldest son have been escorted away.

It is an ironclad fact that they were penniless and exiled.

Old Madam Shen looked at the group of people and sighed.

She continued, "The three masters and the eldest son were taken to a place of exile. They are not as free as we are."

"It's possible that something bad might happen to them on the way."

"And we, the old and the young, women and children, all suffering from the diseases of the rich, still want to be served by others and enjoy the same comforts as in the Shen family?"

"Hmph, I'm telling you, wake up!"

Listening to what Old Madam Shen said, the eyes of the ladies in the Shen family all turned red.

Yes, their master’s life or death is still uncertain.

"There are twenty-two of us who came out together."

Madam Shen looked at everyone and continued, "Let's not talk about others, let's talk about me, an old woman, first."

"I'm not sure if I can make it to Quzhou with my old bones. I just hope I won't be a burden to you. When I get to Quzhou, I can meet my three poor sons, which will be a perfect ending."

She glanced at her daughters-in-law and said, "You three, even the worst one is a lady from a wealthy family and has never suffered hardship."

"You're no longer young, but you've taken good care of yourselves. At the same time, you should remember that you're no longer ladies."

"The journey from Shangzhou to Quzhou is long. We are exiled and we just need to survive."

After Mrs. Shen finished speaking, the three daughters-in-law nodded.

The eldest lady cried and said, "Mother, my daughter-in-law knows."

Then Old Madam Shen looked at Shen Tingyao again.

She continued, "There are eight children in our family. The eldest, Shen Zhizheng, was taken away with your father. The remaining ones are four sons and three daughters."

"From this moment on, you are no longer young masters or young ladies."

"You are not even ordinary people. We may not have enough to eat or drink later."

"If you want to survive, you have to be frugal and forget about your status as a young master or a young lady. From now on, if anyone of you still dislikes this, then you won't have to eat."

"Do you all realize your mistakes? Do you remember them?"

Although Shen Zhiyong has a somewhat impatient temper, he usually listens to the old lady the most.

He was the first to express his opinion: "Zhiyong knows he was wrong."

Shen Jinyao then said, "Jin'er remembers this."

Shen Zhixin: "Zhixin knows his mistake."

Although Shen Zhixue is the third son, he is the son of Concubine Yun, so even though he is older than Shen Zhixin, he always remembers to be humble.

He said seriously, "Grandma, Zhixue has remembered it."

Shen Zhiye felt more or less ashamed because of Aunt Liu's secret escape.

Although he was the youngest grandson, he developed a sensitive and introverted personality because he was raised by Aunt Liu.

He lowered his head and said, "Grandma, Zhiye knows he was wrong."

Shen Leyao said loudly: "Grandma, don't worry, Leyao will definitely protect you!"

Old Madam Shen smiled and nodded, then her face darkened.

Sensing Madam Shen's gaze, Shen Tingyao hesitated.

Among the seven children, she is the only one who has not admitted her mistake.

Shen Tingyao tugged at her skirt and said, "Grandma, Ting'er knows she's wrong. But, can I not wear men's clothes like Jinyao?"

She loves beauty and can accept eating less, but she can't wear men's clothes.

Old Madam Shen didn't say anything, but glanced at Shen Jinyao.

She looked as if it had nothing to do with her and just sat next to her younger brother Shen Zhixin.

She said, "It's up to you."

"There's just one thing I need you to clarify..."

When she said this, she looked at Shen Jinyao, who still had no expression.

This child is not only thoughtful, but also able to endure hardships and grievances.

I was thinking about the Shen family, and their big picture.

This group of people just now were suspicious of her, but she didn't give any further explanation.

I wonder if it’s because of her existence?

This child is also very smart. He is not outstanding and does not stand out. He does not cause trouble but is not afraid of trouble either.

This child can achieve great things.

"From now on, when you're on the road, you all must listen to your eldest sister! Do whatever she tells you to do, and if anyone disobeys, Jin Yao will deal with them."

"When we're at home, we have our own rules. On the road to exile, Jin Yao's words are my words. Do you understand?"

When Old Madam Shen said this, she was very powerful.

Obviously, if someone objects, that person will be in trouble.

After all, their grandmother was a descendant of a military family, and the Shen family's rules were notoriously strict.

"Yes, Grandma!"

Old Madam Shen looked at Jin Yao, only to see Shen Jin Yao stand up and say, "Yes, Grandma!"

Old Madam Shen smiled and nodded.

She continued, "There are ten people left. You too, must obey the eldest lady's orders. Remember?"

"Yes, old lady."

Among these ten servants, Qiuyan and Dongmei were the happiest.

Unexpectedly, one day, their young lady would actually take over the Shen family.

Although, on the road to exile.

"As for the money, it's still managed by the second eldest family. As for other matters, you are not as flexible as the other children. You should also listen to Jin Yao's arrangements."

"You four, do you have any questions?"

Although the eldest lady also wanted her son Shen Zhiyong to be in charge, he was not only too young, but also not as courageous as Jin Yao.

Mrs. Shen felt a little sorry for her daughter, but since the old lady had already spoken, there was nothing she could do.

The Third Madam saw clearly that among these children, only Jin Yao was sensible.

Aunt Yun had even less objection. As long as it wasn't her Shen Tingyao, anyone would be fine.