kingnovel Chapter 167: The Cannon Fodder Sister Who Was Married Instead in Ancient Chinese Literature 47
Chapter 167: The Cannon Fodder Sister Who Was Married Instead in Ancient Chinese Literature 47
Yunxi seemed to have lost all his energy in an instant. He collapsed on the spot, at a loss as to what to do.
Jiang Xinghui, who was standing by, also felt extremely upset. She knew in her heart that everything her mother did was only for her, but now after working so hard for so long, all was in vain.
Jiang Xinghui felt so upset that he wanted to vomit blood just thinking about the fact that half of Linglongxuan's income would flow out. Moreover, with his mother being imprisoned, how could Linglongxuan's business return to what it was before? I'm afraid it will be very bleak in the future.
Now my mother has been put in solitary confinement by my father, and I am afraid that it will be even more difficult for her to act in the future.
Jiang Xinghui felt sad, but she kept comforting herself that she would be able to marry the prince next spring. By then, she would be the prince's wife, and further, she would be the wife of a marquis. By then, who would dare to look down on her? Even her father would not dare to ignore her at will.
Supported by these thoughts, Jiang Xinghui did not lose his composure in public and listened calmly.
No one objected, and a dull meal time ensued.
In the afternoon, Aunt Hua did come to the Marquis' Mansion and delivered a letter.
Father Jiang had anticipated this, so he asked Yunxi to go see Aunt Hua and then reflect on his mistakes.
Yunxi left Songbai Courtyard in a daze. Because Aunt Hua was the manager of the Marquis' Mansion, she deliberately changed into the dignified and elegant appearance of a prime minister's wife before entering the house, so as not to be inferior to her and affect her daughter's future status in the Marquis' Mansion.
Although Aunt Hua is just a concubine, perhaps because of her background or because she has been managing household affairs for a long time, she looks as elegant as the wives of the main wives. If someone who doesn't know her looks at her at first glance, they might think she is the wife of some family.
She said a few polite words in a gentle and soft manner, and looked at the unpresentable woman in front of her, with contempt and disdain flashing in the depths of her eyes.
The two of them exchanged several pleasantries, and then Aunt Hua came to the point in a soft voice, mentioning the scene of the Marquis being impeached in the court today.
Although Aunt Hua spoke slowly, it was a soft knife after all. Yun Xi sat uncomfortably on the stool, feeling extremely uncomfortable, but still trying his best to maintain his image.
What Aunt Hua said was almost the same as what Father Jiang said, but it was much more tactful.
Yunxi still dealt with it by saying that he had said a few extra words unintentionally. Aunt Hua was not angry either, she just said a few words softly.
"Although the prince is very talented at a young age and has made great military achievements, and is favored by the emperor, he is still young and needs to be observed."
She paused for a moment, "Sister Yun, do you mind if I call you that?"
Yun Xi waved his hand, "No problem."
"Sister Yun, we will be a family next spring. I won't hide it from you. The one who is examining the prince is not just one person." Aunt Hua pointed her finger upwards and said in a low voice.
"Of course, the people that the prince joins hands with will be checked more carefully, and they need to have a very good reputation. I am not worried about Hui'er. If it goes according to the past, there will be no problem. However, these days, it is true..."
As she spoke, Aunt Hua looked at Yunxi hesitantly, her eyebrows slightly furrowed.
Although she didn't say it completely, Yunxi understood the meaning of her words.
Thinking of this, she couldn't help but feel a little scared. She thought her daughter's marriage was secure, so she used this identity to make a profit.
But if the emperor was secretly watching, she would naturally not dare to do anything rash.
"Oh, I see, Sister Hua, thank you for still worrying about Hui'er. Don't worry, the Prime Minister has already told me that half of the income of Linglongxuan will be donated in the future, which will represent the good deeds of all the women in the imperial city. I will naturally let Hui'er do her part in this matter, and Linglongxuan will be handed over to her in the future. After all, she is still young and needs to learn and practice." Yun Xi said gratefully.
Seeing that Yunxi understood what she meant, Aunt Hua smiled even more. The two chatted in a harmonious atmosphere for a while and then left.
As soon as Aunt Hua left, Jiang Xinghui rushed in anxiously.
"Mother, what happened? Did Aunt Hua say anything? The prince won't blame us, will he?"
Yunxi waved her hand, "No, no, don't worry."
She briefly told her what Aunt Hua had said, and only then did Jiang Xinghui relax.
"Hui'er, Linglong Xuan will be handed over to you in the future. You must make a good donation. After all, it is a meritorious deed. If it catches the emperor's eye, the prince will surely have a successful career in the future, and you will also be able to benefit from it." Yun Xi taught her daughter earnestly before the courtyard was sealed.
"Okay, I got it, mother. My daughter knows what is important and what is not. Right now, the most important thing is to marry safely into the Marquis's Mansion. You can put other things aside for now." Jiang Xinghui nodded and responded obediently.
As soon as he finished speaking, the sounds of maids pushing and shoving each other were heard outside the courtyard.
Yun Xi's eyes turned cold, thinking that someone was causing trouble. She had just experienced such a humiliating incident, and yet someone dared to jump over her head.
Yunxi was furious and prepared to go out and teach the maid a lesson.
As soon as she went out, she saw a nanny and her personal maid Banxia, who had just been promoted a while ago, fighting with each other.
"The old lady sent me here. How dare you, a little girl, stop me!" said Madam Zhou arrogantly.
"Mammy, the Madam and the Third Miss are talking and it is inconvenient for them to see guests." Banxia spoke cautiously.
As soon as the Third Miss came in, the Madam specifically instructed her that she wanted to have some private conversation with the Third Miss and not to be disturbed.
Nanny Zhou usually stayed by Old Lady Jiang's side and was always flattered by other maids and servants. Naturally, she was extremely dissatisfied with the little maid who rejected her.