Chen Qingyin thought about it, then walked in holding Hu Mianmian.
After the door was closed, Old Madam Hu wanted to go forward and eavesdrop on what was being interrogated.
Unexpectedly, as soon as she approached, she was blocked by two ferocious guards.
Old Madam Hu curled her lips and started ordering the maidservant around in a stern voice.
"Where has that damn girl Hu Lan gone to? Hurry and find her. Her brother is about to get into trouble, and she still has the heart to stay out all night!"
At this time, a cold wind blew in and Rong'er shivered with cold.
Liang Yunyan touched her son's little face and felt distressed when she saw that his face was icy cold.
She said to the guards, "We are not suspects. Why can't you even give us a charcoal fire when the weather is close to the end of the year? I asked for charcoal fire and closed the doors and windows. It's freezing!"
Even Madam Gao agreed, "Yes, it's so cold, and the door is wide open. There are two children inside. Besides, our master can't stand it either."
As she spoke, she placed her hand on Mr. Hu's chest.
When Mrs. Hu saw this, she rushed over, grabbed her hand and was about to slap her.
Grandma Gao knew how to pretend to be pitiful. She hid behind Mr. Hu and cried for help.
Several guards stepped forward and pulled them apart.
He drew his blade and threatened coldly.
"My Lord said that during the interrogation, no one is allowed to make requests. If you don't like this place, you can just follow me back to the prison!"
"If anyone dares to cause trouble again, don't blame me for being rude to her with the weapon in my hand!"
The guard glanced at them sternly, and Grandma Gao shrank her neck. Old Madam Hu was furious, as if she couldn't swallow this, and glared at them viciously.
Mr. Hu, who was sitting on the armchair, finally spoke, with some impatience.
"It's already this late and you're still making a fuss. Just wait for the results! If the results are not good, we will all be in trouble!"
Mr. Hu's words cast a dark cloud over everyone's head.
Old Madam Hu covered her face and cried out, "What a sin I have committed. I have never enjoyed happiness in my life... wuwu."
Liang Yunyan also felt a headache after hearing this and frowned.
She knew very well how much Hu Yunshen had embezzled. How could he be innocent?
While the guards were guarding the door, Liang Ruosheng walked behind Liang Yunyan and whispered quietly.
"Mom, do you have any valuables in your room? Don't let them find them. If they find out that Dad gave you the things he embezzled, we will never be able to clear ourselves of the blame."
Liang Yunyan gave her a silencing look.
"Don't worry, I've already thought of what to say. I still have some of Chen Qingyin's dowry in my room. When the time comes, I'll say that it was all given by her."
Liang Yunyan looked confident, as if she felt her excuse was foolproof.
Liang Ruosheng couldn't help but worry.
She was not so optimistic!
Because, in her previous life in the palace, she had heard of the great name of this young and powerful official, Ning Guanzhou.
This official came from a poor family, but within just ten years after entering the officialdom, he became the prime minister.
Now she is not only a favorite of the emperor, but also a sharp sword for the emperor to restrain his ministers.
No matter who touches it, a piece of flesh will be lost.
I'm afraid this matter involving the Hu family will not be resolved peacefully.
Liang Ruosheng looked towards the side hall with its door closed.
I hope Chen Qingyin doesn't say anything that shouldn't be said!
A gust of cold wind blew, and everyone in the Hu family couldn't help but wrap their clothes tightly.
Liang Yunyan took off her outer robe and wrapped it around Rong'er, but she was also very cold.
But no one dared to say anything.
Liang Yunyan rubbed her hands and blew out air to keep them warm while thinking viciously.
The main hall is so cold, the side hall must be even colder.
It would be best if Chen Qingyin and the ugly child she gave birth to would get sick from the cold!
However, at this moment in the side hall.
Two pots of the finest golden charcoal were burning with heat.
Hu Mianmian had just taken off her outer robe, but the little girl actually felt hot!
Chen Qingyin was afraid that she would catch a cold at first, but after sitting for a while, she began to sweat.
He simply took off his outer robe.
From the moment they came in, Ning Guanzhou sat next to them and looked at the Hu family's account books without saying a word to the mother and daughter.
Hu Mianmian, on the other hand, talked to Ning Guanzhou from time to time.
"Uncle, are you cold?"
"It's not cold, be good, Mianmian." He was surprisingly gentle towards the child.
"Uncle, would you like some tea?"
"Uncle just drank it, is Mianmian thirsty?"
"I'm not thirsty. Mommy fed me milk!" The little guy's voice was soft and cute, with a blush on his face.
Just then, the door to the side hall was opened, and Ning Guanzhou's personal bodyguard walked in carrying two plates of cakes.
They were all Hu Mianmian's favorite foods.
The pastries were placed on the table, and the guard turned around and left, not forgetting to close the door.
Ning Guanzhou put down the account book: "Mianmian, come and eat."
The little guy immediately shook off his mother's hand, walked over, and "rebelled" directly.
She used her small hands and feet together, and after two quick movements, she climbed onto his knees with the help of Ning Guanzhou's large hand.
She sat steadily in Ning Guanzhou's arms, holding cakes in her two little hands and eating them like a cute little hamster.
Ning Guanzhou raised his eyes to look at Chen Qingyin, only to see her looking at her daughter helplessly.
"Mianmian…"
"It's delicious. It's really delicious." The little guy didn't even look at his mother's expression.
Chen Qingyin could only sigh softly, with a mixture of pampering and helplessness.
Ning Guanzhou took the initiative to ask: "Madam, don't you want to eat something?"
Chen Qingyin sat up straight and said seriously, "I'm not hungry. Thank you, sir. However, just tell me what you want to ask. I won't hide anything."
Ning Guanzhou lowered his head and wiped the crumbs off Hu Mianmian's cheek with his fingertips.
He spoke in a contemptuous voice, with the calmness of a superior: "There is nothing to ask. What you know, I also know. What you don't know, I also know."
Chen Qingyin raised her eyebrows and looked at him strangely.
"Then why did your Excellency ask us to come in for trial?"
"It's a long and cold night. It will take some time to search and clear the entire Hu Mansion. Even if I don't care about you, I have to take care of Mianmian and not let her get cold."
The little guy in Ning Guanzhou's arms heard it and kicked his feet excitedly.
"Handsome uncle is the best!"
She swallowed the pastry in her mouth, and Ning Guanzhou immediately handed her a cup of warm tea.
The little guy took a sip and made a satisfied sound.
She looked up and asked eagerly, "Uncle Handsome, why are you not my father?"
Chen Qingyin and Ning Guanzhou both froze at the same time.
"Mianmian!" Chen Qingyin stepped forward and took her daughter back.
Hu Mianmian grabbed Ning Guanzhou's collar with her little hands: "No, no, Mianmian wants handsome uncle to hug me."
Chen Qingyin's face flushed, and she was a little anxious: "Come down quickly, and stop messing around."
"Mianmian has never been hugged by her daddy, Mianmian wants a handsome uncle!"
The little guy struggled so hard that his two little hands grabbed Ning Guanzhou's clothes.
Her little foot accidentally kicked over the teacup next to her, and with a snap, the cup broke into pieces.