The High Gate Mistress of Rebirth

Chapter 232 Not a concubine

The old lady looked at her niece and granddaughter beside her, smiled and said to Xu Wanning: "Your cousin has also reached the age of marriage. After finishing Xiang'er's marriage, your cousin should also pay attention to her."

Although Murong Lizhu was criticized for her origins, she was neither humble nor overbearing, and was kind and polite. Not only did the old lady favor her when she came to the house, but the rest of the house also couldn't help but look down upon her.

The servants who didn't know the truth even secretly spread the word that the old lady left Murong Lizhu behind to make her a wife for her grandchildren. Murong Lizhu was a concubine, so naturally she couldn't be a real wife, but the second lady was infertile.

The servants then guessed that the old lady planned to let this great-niece serve as a concubine for the prince.

Xu Wanning listened to the old lady's words and said with a smile: "What kind of man is suitable for a person as talented and handsome as our cousin Lizhu?"

She glanced at Murong Lizhu's face that was half red with embarrassment, smiled and joked: "My cousin is qualified enough to be married into the palace and become a queen."

When the old lady saw her grandniece blushing with embarrassment, she glared at Xu Wanning and said, "My dear, don't make fun of your cousin."

Xu Wanning was always talkative and noisy, so when she saw the old lady saying something, she stopped talking. Unexpectedly, Murong Lizhu said: "I don't want to marry someone who is a relative of the emperor. Even if I marry someone like me, I will still do it for others."

Side wife, if that's the case, it would be better to marry a mountain villager."

It is indeed extremely inappropriate according to etiquette for a girl who has not yet left the court to say such words in public. But these are not Murong Lizhu's imprudent remarks. She is a thoughtful person who has been in the house for so many days.

, one or two things can be read from the casual glances of the servants.

With her status and the fact that the old lady loves her, it is inevitable that people will associate her with her.

Murong Lizhu was a transparent person, and she could clearly see what everyone was thinking about her.

Although Li Ling is a rare good match, if the old lady had not married, she, Murong Lizhu, would be willing to match him if she had the intention to match him. But he is already married and has a deep love for his wife. Although she, Murong Lizhu, is a concubine, she

I would never shamelessly get in between a couple.

There was no happiness in that kind of life, and she would not allow herself to make the same mistake as her biological mother and become someone else's second wife.

Rather than letting others look down upon you, it is better to use this occasion to show your attitude.

Sure enough, as soon as Murong Lizhu said these words, everyone present understood the meaning. Not only did no one laugh at her for being rude, but people admired her integrity and character.

What Xu Wanning said just now about entering the palace was purely a joke. Now after hearing what Murong Lizhu said, she said sincerely: "Cousin, don't worry, there are many young talents in our family's Hairao clan.

My cousin has found a good match."

The old lady echoed: "You are right, our family is indispensable for relatives and friends, but now that I am old, I don't go out to socialize much, and I don't know those other people's children well either."

The old lady looked at her two grandsons-in-law and said, "Now it's you who go out to socialize with those noble ladies. You two should save more for your cousin."

Since Jingshu married into the Zhenguo Duke's mansion, she has also met several cousin girls who came to the mansion as guests. Among these girls, Murong Lizhu's character and temperament are her favorite.

After listening to the old lady's words, Jingshu smiled and replied: "Don't worry, grandma, I will definitely take my cousin's matter to heart."

Xu Wanning is a fast-talking person. After hearing this, she said directly to Murong Lizhu: "Cousin, when you are free, come to my place and tell me carefully what kind of thing you like, so that I can give it to you accordingly.

You go and find it.”

Murong Lizhu knew in her heart that since her uncle was determined to let the old lady take charge of her marriage, the success of her future marriage would all depend on the Duke of Zhenguo. After listening to Xu Wanning and Jing Shu's words, Murong Lizhu was not shy and was generous.

He replied: "In this case, my two sisters-in-law will have to worry about it."

After the lively New Year's Eve banquet, the women would get together to laugh and drink tea and gossip, while the men would sit together and talk about important matters.

In the next year, Li Ling will be ordered to take command and go to the south to recover the five cities, and the fourth master will take part in the scientific examination.

The status of the Haoying family is linked to the meritorious deeds of their children. Like their Zhenguo Palace, although they have the protection earned by their ancestors, if they want the family to remain invincible, so do their children.

You have to work hard to make progress. Otherwise, no matter how high your lintel is, you will inevitably fail one day.

Now that Li Xian's official career is half ruined, all hopes are now on Li Ling. Of course, if Li Yu can pass the scientific examination and pass the high school, it will be the icing on the cake for his family.

Therefore, Li Ling's southern expedition and Li Yu's scientific expedition later in the year were undoubtedly the most important events concerning the glory of the Zhenguo government.

Regarding Li Ling's expedition to Zhenguo, the Duke naturally had to give many instructions to his son. Li Xian knew nothing about marching and fighting, and he couldn't get a word in. What he was most concerned about was the scientific examination of his fourth brother Li Yu.

After a period of careful conditioning, Li Yu was fine. Li Xian looked at his younger brother and frowned: "I heard you still don't want to go to official school?"

Seeing Li Yu lowering his head and saying nothing, Li Ling couldn't help but said: "I have already made an agreement with Cai Lun, and he has arranged everything for you. Why don't you go?"

No matter how much his two brothers tried to persuade each other, Li Yu just said nothing.

When Duke Zhen Guo saw that Li Xian and Li Ling could not persuade Li Yu, he was also worried about his younger son: "The official schools are all taught by Hong Confucian masters. You are about to take the exam now. Since your brother has already taken care of it for you, why are you?"

Not going?"

Under repeated questioning from his father and brother, Li Yu simply replied: "I learned the same thing at home."

When Li Xian heard this, he said anxiously: "How can this be the same? You don't take advantage of such good conditions, but you have to use the stupid method of hanging a beam? Everyone else is trying every possible means to get into the official school through trust relationships, but why don't you take advantage of it?"

You have such a convenience but don’t know how to cherish it. I still advise you to go to the official school after the new year and listen to the lessons of those teachers.”

Li Xian's mouth was dry with persuasion, but Li Yu just lowered his head and remained silent.

When the Duke of Zhenguo saw his youngest son looking like this, he lost his patience and waved his hands and said, "That's all, don't try to persuade him anymore. Just do whatever he wants."

Seeing his brother's stubbornness, Li Ling couldn't help but darken his face.

Li Xian also looked displeased and snorted: "You are so stubborn, you will regret it sooner or later."

After leaving the banquet hall, everyone walked towards their respective courtyards in twos and threes.

Jing Shu glanced at Li Ling's cold face and asked, "You didn't persuade your fourth brother?"

Without waiting for Li Ling to answer, Li Xian said with a helpless look: "Who can talk about that elm knot? Humph! He will not wake up until he suffers such a big loss."

Li Xianzheng was grumbling, Xu Wanning quietly poked Li Xian, cleared his throat and said, "It's the fourth brother!"

Several people turned around when they heard the sound and saw that it was Li Yu.

(End of chapter)