Golden Branch

Si, the brother’s wife is called Si, and the one who is married to a female husband is called Si.

Either the husband's sister-in-law, or the eldest sister, Si, basically an older female.

Jiang Si Niang had some education, but not much.

She named herself "Si" not because she knew the meaning of Si, but simply because she liked the female character next to Si.

Concubine Jiang, her name is the same as her brothers, all derived from water.

A single name "Cheng".

But she had been married for many years and had a nickname "Jiao".

Her husband and close friends prefer to call her "Jiaojiao" or "Jiao Niang".

Even her younger brother Jiang Yuan is used to calling her "Sister Gillian".

So, on the way to Beijing, when Jiang Yuan introduced Concubine Jiang, Jiang Si Niang always heard the word "jiao".

She thought that Concubine Jiang's maiden name was "Jiao".

In addition, Jiang Si Niang also heard Jiang Yuan mention Concubine Jiang's only daughter - Wang Heng.

Heng, Heng'e, the goddess of the moon.

Like the characters "Heng" and "Jiao", it is mostly used as a name for girls.

Jiang Si Niang didn't have too many complicated thoughts. She just wanted to be closer to her aunt, Concubine Jiang.

They look similar and both have female names, so even if they haven't spent more than ten years together, they still have more "fate" to connect with.

Jiang Si Niang even hoped that perhaps her little thoughts could please the imperial concubine.

She really didn't read much and wasn't very smart, but she knew who she could truly rely on!

……

The eunuch was just a small eunuch. He had never been to school and did not understand the twists and turns in the hearts of some women.

Having successfully received the Jiang family, his mission was half completed.

Next, he will return to Beijing with the main force.

Then, he would hand over the Jiang family to Princess Langya and return to the palace to report.

This place is less than a hundred miles away from the capital. Even with a large number of people and heavy baggage, it can be reached within one to two days.

On the third day, the long convoy arrived at the foot of the new and majestic city wall.

"This is Chang'an?"

"Uncle, is this what the capital you miss looks like?"

"No! The capital I'm talking about is Pingcheng. This is the new capital, Chang'an. However, they are both equally magnificent and prosperous."

The Jiang family members leaned out of the car windows and looked at the high city walls, the towering city gate towers, and the armored, majestic and solemn guards. They all widened their eyes and opened their mouths.

Even Jiang Yuan, who once lived in a wealthy place, couldn't help but feel a little dazed when he saw the new capital Chang'an.

Is this the capital he has been longing for?

Oh no, this is not it. This is the new capital Chang'an, which is more majestic and prosperous than Pingcheng.

Dayu is no longer the northern border it once was, but has already unified the world.

The new emperor, who was famous for his outstanding military achievements and far-reaching reputation, the famous general God of War, was his new brother-in-law.

In the past twenty years, I wouldn't say that the world has changed dramatically, but things and people are different.

My elder sister remarried and became a royal concubine.

Their Jiang family, after being away from the capital for many years, finally returned.

It's a pity that his father, elder brother and second brother have all passed away, and he is the only one left in the huge Jiang family.

Oh no, more than that!

His brothers have children, and he also has descendants.

The Jiang family, this tree that was once terminally ill, finally sprouted new buds.

"...Yeah, brother, don't worry, I will definitely support the family and revive the Jiang family!"

The Jiang family of Tianshui will never fall.

……

"Excuse me, are you Mr. Jiang Yuan?"

The convoy had just reached the city gate and was waiting in line to enter the city when several people dressed as slaves came over.

The leader was a teenage girl wearing a turquoise waist-length skirt and a silver hairpin and pearl flowers on her head.

He was dressed in plain clothes, not because his family was poor, but because he was in mourning.

She came to the carriage and saw a middle-aged man with familiar features. She bent her knees slightly and asked softly.

"I'm Jiang Yuan. May I ask which family you belong to, young lady?"

This was not the first time Jiang Yuan heard the once familiar elegant language (Mandarin), so he was not that excited.

His accent has changed over the past twenty years.

During this period, Jiang Yuan has been trying hard to overcome the dialect he developed in Liangzhou and to regain his elegant speech as much as possible.

When he spoke now, there was basically nothing unusual except for a few words and a strange tone of voice.

If you don't listen carefully, you won't notice.

Apart from his accent and manners, he also tried his best to restore his former elegant and noble appearance.

However, his early exile and years of struggle at the bottom of society made him accustomed to humility.

Even though he knew that the visitor might just be a servant, he was still very cautious and respectful.

"I dare not! My lord, you are embarrassing me!"

The woman, Bai Zhi, quickly dodged and avoided Jiang Yuan's gift.

After avoiding him, Bai Zhi knelt down again and saluted: "I am Bai Zhi, a servant from Princess Langya's mansion. I have come here on the princess' orders to welcome Mr. Jiang and all the nobles!"

"The princess has just lost her husband, and she needs to observe mourning. It's not convenient for her to see guests. I beg my lord to forgive my negligence!"

Bai Zhi explained politely.

Wang Heng's failure to personally greet her uncle and the Jiang family's relatives was by no means arrogance or disrespect.

Mourning is not just a personal ritual, but also a consideration for others.

For some people, wearing heavy mourning clothes is bad luck.

Even if others don't mind, you should still be cautious and not disrupt their fortune.

"As she should! Princess, you should be in mourning for your father!"

Jiang Yuan nodded and bowed habitually.

Even if Princess Langya was arrogant and looked down on their poor relatives and was unwilling to come to greet them in person, Jiang Yuan would not care.

Although, he is Princess Langya's uncle and elder.

However, Jiang Yuan was very clear:

First, he had been separated from his sister for nearly twenty years, and the relationship between them had long since faded.

However, Princess Wang Heng of Langya is her elder sister's biological daughter.

Distance does not separate relatives. Jiang Yuan did not think that he, a stepbrother who was almost a stranger to his sister, could be compared with his sister's biological daughter.

Second, Wang Jiu is not an ordinary girl, she is a princess, a king!

As an exile, not even from a good family, how could Jiang Yuan dare to offend the princess?

Thirdly, even if the elder sister took into consideration their old friendship and was willing to speak up for her younger brother.

But she was a concubine after all, confined in the imperial city and not allowed to go out easily.

Jiang Yuan and his family are in the capital, and all their affairs still need Princess Langya to take care of them.

To be frank, without fear of being called worldly-wise, Jiang Yuan would rather displease Concubine Jiang than offend Princess Langya.

Jiang Yuan could still tell the difference between a county magistrate and the current administrator.

Therefore, no matter whether Princess Langya was arrogant or overbearing, Jiang Yuan would endure it.

Bai Zhi's words gave Jiang Yuan an explanation, which was very reasonable, so Jiang Yuan didn't care about it at all.

As the head of the Jiang family, Jiang Yuan is the backbone of the Jiang family.

He acted like this, and everyone in the Jiang family followed suit.

No matter what they thought in their hearts, they all nodded in unison with Jiang Yuan, expressing their understanding of Princess Langya's words and actions.

Bai Zhi took in all the behavior of Jiang Yuan and the Jiang family members, but she didn't show it on her face and remained respectful and polite.

After the greetings, Bai Zhi led everyone and used the token from the Princess's Mansion to obtain the privilege of not having to queue.

A long convoy passed through the city gate quickly.

"Let Mr. Jiang know that the princess has specially prepared a house for you."

"That courtyard is in Pingkangfang, three streets away from the Princess's Mansion."

“The yard isn’t big, but it’s in a great location.”

"It's very close to the East Market, and the neighbors around here are well-behaved people."

"Jiang Langjun and the other nobles will be temporarily accommodated here. Once the imperial concubine is out of confinement and able to see guests, we will choose a day to summon you all!"

Baizhi rode a horse and followed the side of the carriage.

Through the car window, she slowly spoke to Jiang Yuan.

"Okay! Okay!"

"Yes! Yes! I saved it!"

Jiang Yuan responded to every word Bai Zhi said.

He was used to groveling and servility. Besides, Bai Zhi was not only a servant at this moment, but also the spokesperson of Princess Langya.

If Jiang Yuan was more respectful, it wouldn't be considered as "self-deprecating".

In addition to the rules, Jiang Yuan was also sincerely grateful.

Princess Langya's arrangements were very appropriate.

Although he had never been to the capital, he had heard many stories about Chang'an on the way.

For example, the 108 wards in Chang'an.

Another example is some neighborhoods where powerful and influential people gather.

Pingkangfang is the area of ​​​​nobles that the common people yearn for.

There is the Imperial College and the Jiaofangsi here.

Here are scholars from the north and south, as well as the most beautiful and charming Hu girls.

This... is the world of fame and fortune that Jiang Yuan will never be able to enter in his entire life if he relies on himself!

Princess Langya was very thoughtful in settling them in Pingkangfang instead of just some deserted place.

Jiang Yuan is content and knows how to be grateful.

"Princess, you are so thoughtful! I, I am very satisfied!"

The carriage entered Pingkangfang and arrived in front of the house.

Vermilion lacquered gate, white walls and black tiles.

The few eaves exposed on the wall exude luxury and refinement.

The small courtyard that Baizhi mentioned is actually not small. It is a courtyard with five entrances and exits.

The front yard is spacious, the central courtyard is solemn, and the houses in the main courtyard are also noble.

Pavilions, towers, waterside gardens, every step brings a new scene, which is fascinating.

There are also servants coming and going, all of whom are well-trained and well-behaved.

Jiang Yuan watched silently, secretly comparing these with the Jiang family in his memory——

It is not inferior to the Jiang family in its heyday, and even surpasses it.

"As expected of a princess, even the villa she uses to temporarily house her inexperienced relatives is so grand and luxurious."

Jiang Yuan had seen true wealth, but he was still shocked by Wang Heng's generosity.

Not to mention the younger generations of the Jiang family who grew up in remote border towns and struggled at the bottom of society.

“…This must be the fairy palace in the sky!”

Jiang Si Niang and other younger generations were already dazzled by this dreamlike mansion.

The "surprise" that Wang Heng gave was not only a house, but also clothes, shoes, socks, gold and silver jewelry and other items prepared for everyone in the Jiang family.

Touching the finest brocade silks and looking at the gold, silver and jewelry that almost blinded the eyes, the Jiang family finally had a more direct and profound understanding of this enormous wealth.

Their hearts are a little confused!

……

The eunuch didn't care what the Jiang family thought. After seeing the servants from Princess Langya's mansion settled everyone in the Jiang family, he returned to the palace to report.

Imperial Concubine Jiang was still in confinement after giving birth. She listened to the eunuch's report from behind the screen. Her beautiful face, slightly pale, looked slightly cold...