Rebirth of the High Gate Mistress

Chapter 232 Not to be a concubine

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

Although Murong Lizhu was criticized for her origins, she was neither humble nor arrogant, and was kind and polite. Since she came to the house, not only did the old lady favor her, but the rest of the house also couldn't help but take a high look at her.

The servants who didn't know the truth even spread it privately that the old lady left Murong Lizhu behind to be a wife for her grandchildren. Murong Lizhu was a concubine, so naturally she couldn't be a good wife, but the second lady was infertile, so the servants guessed that the old lady planned to let her grandniece be a concubine for the prince.

After hearing what the old lady said, Xu Wanning smiled and said, "What kind of man should match a person as talented and handsome as our cousin Lizhu?"

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

The old lady saw her grandniece blushing with embarrassment and glared at Xu Wanning: "Old man, 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 government to say such words in public. But these words were not Murong Lizhu's careless remarks. She was a thoughtful person. She had been in the mansion for so many days, and she could read something from the casual glances of her 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 is a transparent person, she can clearly see what everyone thinks about her.

Although Li Ling is a rare good match, if the old lady had not married, Murong Lizhu would be willing to marry her if she wanted to. But she was already married and had a deep love for her. Although she, Murong Lizhu, was a concubine, she would never shamelessly get in between another couple.

There is no happiness in such a life, and she will not allow herself to make the same mistake as her biological mother and become someone else's second wife.

 Instead of 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 about entering the palace just now was purely a joke. Now after hearing what Murong Lizhu said, she said sincerely: "Cousin, don't worry, there are many young talents among the Hairao clan who come to our family. We have decided to be My cousin has found a good match."

The old lady echoed: "Everyone is right, our family is indispensable for relatives and friends, but now that I am old, I don't go out to socialize much, and the children of those families are not familiar with them anymore."

The old lady looked at the two grandsons-in-law and said, "Now it's you who go out to socialize with the ladies. You two should stay 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 hearing what the old lady said, Jingshu smiled and replied: "Don't worry, grandma, I will definitely take your 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 be able to take care of my business."

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

A year later, Li Ling was ordered to take command and go to the south to recapture the five cities, and the fourth master wanted to take part in the scientific examination. The status of the Haoying family is linked to the merits of their children. Like their Zhenguo Duke's Mansion, although they have the protection earned by their ancestors, if they want the clan to be invincible, the children must work hard to make progress. If not, no matter how high the lintel is, it will inevitably fall one day.

Li Xian's official career is now half ruined, and all hope now rests 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 the family.

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

As for Li Ling's expedition to Zhenguo, the Duke naturally had to give his son many instructions. Li Xian knew nothing about marching and fighting, and could not speak. What he was most concerned about was the scientific examination of his fourth brother Li Yu.

After a period of careful conditioning, Li Yu is now fine. Li Xian looked at his younger brother and frowned: "I heard that 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 him, 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 trusting connections, 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 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.

Seeing his youngest son in this state, the Duke of Zhen lost his patience and waved his hands and said, "Well, don't try to persuade him anymore. Just do whatever he wants."

Li Ling couldn't help but darken his face when he saw his younger brother's stubbornness.

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 reply, Li Xian said with a helpless look: "Who can talk about that elm knot? Huh! He can't 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 this chapter)