bookrebus Chapter 51 Head of Sikong Family
Chapter 51 Head of Sikong Family
The Sikong family was a very powerful family in the Dayong Dynasty. The family had its own army, and in terms of military power, it maintained a balance of power with the Ji family and the Liu family.
The ancestors of these three families were originally very close sworn brothers with the First Emperor of the Dayong Dynasty. After conquering the Dayong Empire, the four brothers were almost equals, which eventually led to the situation we see today.
The current head of the Sikong family, Sikong Shu, is Sikong Jin's grandfather and the biological father of her father, Sikong Qi. This old man was once a famous general of the Dayong Dynasty, and made many great contributions to the Dayong Dynasty. He held a very high position in the family and in the court, and almost no one could shake his position, especially since he held the military power of more than 300,000 Sikong family soldiers.
The Sikong Mansion was located in the middle of the bustling Chaoyang Street in the imperial city. The entire mansion was magnificent and heavily guarded, and everyone entering and leaving had to undergo very strict checks.
Sikong Jin was urged to meet twice by the head of the Sikong family. Just as she was about to arrive at the Sikong residence, she was caught again by the messenger, who said that the head of the Sikong family wanted her to go to the study immediately.
Following her memory, Sikong Jin quickly found the study of the Sikong family head. There were two rows of guards outside the study, looking very imposing. Sikong Jin greeted them, but they ignored her completely.
As soon as they stepped inside, they were greeted by Ma Heng, Sikong Shu's personal bodyguard. Ma Heng was a very capable and mature-looking man with a gentle smile on his face.
"Oh, our Sikong family's little hero has returned! Please have a seat and a cup of tea. The family head is currently receiving important guests, so please wait in the side hall for a moment. I'm so sorry!"
Sikong Jin raised an eyebrow, took the tea poured by Ma Heng without ceremony, drank it all in one gulp, and looked up at him, "Long time no see, Brother Ma, how are you? Who is the patriarch meeting inside?"
Sikong Jin lowered her voice as she spoke the next sentence, craning her neck and cautiously peering into the inner room.
"Oh, it's His Highness Prince Ming. He's here to discuss with the head of the family the arrangements for receiving foreign guests for the Emperor's birthday. This year, the head of the family and His Highness Prince Ming will be jointly responsible for the reception of foreign guests."
"Oh, I see!"
Sikong Jin pondered for a moment, then stood up, his loud voice carrying a hint of admiration, "In that case, I'll come back later. Such a big matter can't be discussed in a short time, and my presence here would only hinder Your Highness and the head of the family."
He then turned to leave.
"Third Young Master!"
Ma Heng hurriedly chased after him.
"Ma Heng, let him in!"
At this moment, an aged yet powerful voice came from the study in the inner room, causing Sikong Jin to stop in her tracks instantly.
"Please, Third Young Master!"
Ma Heng wiped his sweat, smiled, and gestured for him to sit down.
Sikong Jin nodded gratefully, then casually pulled a card from her sleeve and stuffed it into Ma Heng's hand. "Thank you, Brother Ma. This is just a small token of my appreciation."
After saying that, the person went inside. Ma Heng looked down at the card—
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As soon as she stepped into the study, she heard the pleasant sounds of conversation inside. Sikong Jin quickly glanced at the soft couch next to her and saw a lean old man and a handsome young man leisurely drinking tea and talking about something.
The lean old man had gray hair but looked quite energetic. His deep, sharp eyes were like a bottomless pool, and he looked very dignified, even with a smile on his face.
The young man was dressed in a white python robe, with elegant manners and an air of refined nobility. Sikong Jin naturally had some impression of him.
Xing Yiming is the second prince of the Dayong Dynasty and one of the most capable princes to compete for the position of Crown Prince of Dayong. His equal in strength is the third prince, Xing Yilie, also known as the Prince of Lie!
"This humble official, Sikong Jin, greets Your Highness Prince Ming and the head of the family!"
Sikong Jin stopped in front of the two and bowed respectfully.
"So you know how to come back? I sent three groups of people to invite you in, and you still want to leave? You have no manners at all!"
Sikong Shu, the head of the Sikong family, glared at Sikong Jin with a stern look in his eyes.
Sikong Jin lowered his eyes and bowed somewhat fearfully, saying, "Yes, Master! I am guilty! I was worried about my mother. I thought that Master and Prince Ming were having a pleasant conversation, so I didn't want to disturb them. I decided to go and see my mother and brother first. Anyway, it's not far from here to Crescent Moon Lodge. By the way, Master, are my mother and brother doing well at Crescent Moon Lodge?"
Upon hearing this, Sikong Shu's gaze faltered slightly, his aged face seeming somewhat stiff. Just as he was about to reply, the Ming King beside him spoke with a smile—
"So it's the Third Young Master Sikong. I've heard so much about you. This great victory at Malanpo owes a lot to you. Father Emperor was just discussing with me a few days ago how to reward you. I never expected you to be so filial, Third Young Master. I admire you very much."
"Your Highness, I am humbled! This is all I should do. Thank you for your praise! However, I have been away for more than half a year and I miss my mother and brother very much. I wonder if they are doing well. But I am relieved to know that the head of the family is here. The head of the family will definitely not mistreat my mother and brother. What do you say, head of the family?"
Sikong Jin looked at Sikong Shu with a smile, her bright eyes filled with trust in him.
Sikong Shu was slightly taken aback, then nodded, "Of course!"
As he spoke, he suddenly gave Ma Heng a wink. Ma Heng immediately nodded in understanding, his expression slightly grave, and quickly retreated.
"Alright, General Sikong, we've finished discussing Father's birthday arrangements, so let's stop here for today. The entourage of the Third Prince of Tiansheng will arrive at the capital tomorrow at noon. I, along with all my brothers, will personally go to the city gate to greet him. You should also be prepared."
"I will do my best to arrange everything, Your Highness, please rest assured!"
Xing Yiming nodded, stood up gracefully, and slowly walked out.
"Oh, by the way, Third Young Master Sikong, why don't you come and visit my residence sometime?"
"Yes, Your Highness, we respectfully see you off!"