Uncle Lai in the Red Chamber

Chapter 373 Two-pronged approach
In this way, Lai Shangrong left the office and returned home, but the two ladies of Rong Mansion had been waiting for him at Doufengxuan for a long time.

He originally planned to go to Rong Mansion to do some aftermath work, but since the two of them came to the house in person, it saved him the trouble of making another trip.

Without his instructions, Youshi, who had received the news, had already arranged dinner at Dou Fengxuan in a considerate manner. Lai Shangrong had changed into casual clothes, and the food and drinks were already prepared.

After entering the house, Lai Shangrong did not help Mrs. Erwei to calm down anxiously. Instead, he said straight to the point: "Today, Your Majesty, Your Majesty, has dismissed Jia Zheng from his official position. He will probably be back in two months!"

"This...why is this?"

Mrs. Wang, who was originally filled with excitement and joy, was shocked by the bad news and no longer felt as happy as before.

On the one hand, because Jia Zheng returned home, such good days were coming to an end. On the other hand, he was worried that he would cause some trouble and affect his family.

Mrs. Xing's eyes lit up.

Lai Shangrong didn't hide it and told Jia Zheng's illness.

"Once this disease is contracted, it is no joke. Not only will you have a bald head and a flat nose, you will even get ulcers all over your body, and your life will be in danger..."

There was no need for Lai Shangrong to speak this time. Mrs. Xing pushed Mrs. Wang away and said with a look of disgust: "You...don't pass this disease on to us!"

"How...how is it possible? This plague-stricken person is infected with this disease, which is really harmful...I can't even hide, how can I risk my life and go up?"

Lai Shangrong said without comment: "Let's not talk about this urgently. However, the emperor is so angry this time that the palace's planning may have to be slowed down."

In the respect room, although it is not clear why Yuan Chun helped to lie, but after a long time, there is no result, which inevitably arouses suspicion.

Therefore, we took advantage of this opportunity to directly plug this loophole.

Mrs. Wang immediately pounced on Lai Shangrong, gritted her teeth and said: "Since he has this kind of disease, it would be better if he died! He has harmed our third mother, Shangrong! You must believe me, and you can't just turn your back on me!"

At this time, she hated Jia Zheng. For the sake of her children, she had worked hard and sacrificed her body to meet them. She finally managed to get into the current situation, but all was ruined by Jia Zheng.

Yuanchun's situation in the palace was already not good, otherwise there would be no need to find someone to deal with the relationship. Now that he is implicated by Jia Zheng, if Lai Shangrong lets go, it will be even more worrying.

"It's impossible to do anything! The emperor is angry, so it's better to avoid the danger for the time being. With the queen's care, let's take care of it later!"

The queen took care of Yuan Chun, mostly out of gratitude for the gift of wine, and he didn't need to superfluous.

How could Mrs. Wang dare to ask for anything extravagantly? She said hurriedly: "Hey! Hey! Of course I don't need to do this, as long as Shang Rong takes it to heart!"

After a moment's pause, he said with a flattering look on his face: "The slave family is incompatible with the one who suffered the plague. We will deal with Shang Rong wholeheartedly and we will never dare to harm Shang Rong."

Lai Shangrong originally planned to draw a clear line with Mrs. Wang when Jia Zheng came back, but now when he heard her calling herself the 'slave', the satisfaction of being a slave and bullying the master came to his heart.

Seeing her gnashing her teeth at Jia Zheng, and stating her interests clearly, she probably would have backed away out of consideration for her own safety.

Shen Sheng said: "When Jia Zheng comes back, you have to avoid suspicion. I think you should find an excuse to move to the garden as soon as possible. After Miaoyu left, Cucui'an has been empty! You can use the excuse of always accompanying the ancient Buddha with green lanterns to replace the empress." Pray for blessings, even if I think about it, the old lady has nothing to say.”

This is double insurance for him. As long as Mrs. Wang lives in the Cucui Nunnery on the grounds of worshiping the Buddha, as long as she stays at home, she can even have no contact with Jia Zheng till the end of her life.

After all, there are many girls living in the Grand View Garden, and Jia Zheng has this disease. No matter what considerations he has, he will not be allowed to enter the Grand View Garden.

And with Mrs. Wang's acquiescence, he will be able to enter and leave the Grand View Garden more freely in the future.

That is to say, Lai Shangrong didn't know that Jia Zheng had told Mrs. Wang to avoid suspicion, otherwise, he would have to lament that the world is impermanent.

"Hey! Hey! Listen to Shang Rong. I'll talk to the old lady later!"

Mrs. Wang naturally did not dare to refute Lai Shangrong's instructions. Moreover, this idea was reasonable and reasonable. She did not have to face Jia Zheng at the risk of infection, but could also calm Lai Shangrong's heart and continue to maintain this relationship in order to plan for her children.

"Why are you here today?"

After deciding how to deal with Jia Zheng's return, Lai Shangrong began to hint to Mrs. Wang to reciprocate the favor.

Unexpectedly, Mrs. Wang was reminded by him and remembered the business. She was originally ambitious and planned to pick up the leaks for Jia Baoyu, but at this moment, she no longer had that thought.

If Jia Zheng is infected with this disease, no innocent family will be willing to marry him.

Moreover, the Zhen family is no better than other families. Even if they don't know it now and agree, they will regret it later, and they will be the ones who are humiliated.

Not only did Jia Zheng lose his official position, his life was in danger and he was no longer reliable, but Lai Shangrong was a life-saving straw, so he had to hold on tightly.

Especially Jia Baoyu's marriage has not yet been decided. In this situation, even if Lai Shangrong comes forward, he may not be able to get into good hands.

Thinking of this, I couldn't help but think of Xue Baochai. I originally disliked the Xue family's family background, but now she is the best choice.

Thinking of this, I couldn't help but be glad that I didn't rush to make a match, and hurriedly told all the speculations about the Zhen family's visit.

"The Zhen family is one of the best, and the concubine in the palace is the emperor's biological mother. If he can marry a girl from the Zhen family, it will also be beneficial to Yu Shangrong's future. If Shang Rong wants to be married..."

She still had the idea of ​​​​picking up leaks, but settled for the next best thing and replaced the leak-picking daughter of the Zhen family with Xue Baochai. As long as Lai Shangrong intended to marry the Zhen family, her precious son would at least be able to pick up a Xue Baochai.

Although their family backgrounds are very different, they can only feel happy now.

Lai Shangrong waved his hand and said, "It's not beneficial. Do I still need to rely on my in-laws?"

Although he didn't know what the emperor was thinking, he remembered the ending of the Zhen family's house being confiscated, so how could he be willing to wade into this muddy water and get involved with them.

Mrs. Wang saw that he refused without thinking, and couldn't help but guess the reason.

Since the Zhen family doesn't fall into his eyes, naturally it's not family status that matters, but appearance and figure.

She had already suspected that Lai Shangrong was having an affair with her sister, and it even triggered thoughts about Xue Baochai.

Just because Mrs. Xing stepped in and suppressed her original guess, now she can't help but guess in that direction.

Because of this mentality, I dare not tell the truth about my thoughts.

He asked tentatively: "Isn't it possible that Shang Rong doesn't have the intention of doing both?"

Lai Shangrong didn't know what she was thinking. Now that Jia Zheng's reputation was bad, it would be difficult to find a good way out after Tanchun. With Mrs. Wang and Aunt Zhao cooperating with each other, it might not be impossible to make things right.

Yingchun was sold to him by Jia She again. It was already in his pocket and was not considered.

Judging from the Xue family's banquet, Xue Baochai can get on the bus first and then pay for the ticket. After eating and drinking, she can take her as a concubine.

The only one who has difficulty is Shi Xiangyun. Thinking of those long and evenly fleshed legs, he couldn't help but swallowed and said, "Now is not the time. I will have to trouble you to help negotiate an agreement then!"

His attitude just confirmed what Mrs. Wang was thinking, and the so-called not the right time can only be regarded as the fact that he did not do the work of communicating with Aunt Xue.

In the end, Jia Baoyu's weight is more important. Although intercepting Lai Shangrong's Hu may not lead to future troubles, Lai Shangrong also said that he will not get angry with Jia Baoyu.

Besides, it’s not like you can’t make amends before and after the incident.

Out of this mentality, while suppressing his inner worries, he squatted down while holding Lai Shangrong's legs, and said with his head up: "The plagued Baoyu is unreliable. From now on, I have to point to Shangrong to take care of him!"

At this time, she just wanted to make up for her son, and didn't care that Mrs. Xing was around.

As for Mrs. Wang's abnormal behavior, Mrs. Xing only thought that she was afraid of being disliked by Lai Shangrong and was eager to please.

"Hi!~"

The sudden charm made Lai Shangrong take a breath and said with a smile: "With you always thinking about my son, and being willing to put down your body like this and open up his joints, how can I bear to break my promise and gain weight."

After hearing Lai Shangrong's promise, Mrs. Wang nodded her head like a chicken eating rice, and at the same time she muttered a promise.

This made Lai Shangrong's face change unpredictably, and he kept gasping, and occasionally let out bursts of muffled groans.

There is no harm without comparison. Mrs. Xing has always taken the lead in inviting favors and flattery, so how can she tolerate Mrs. Wang's preoccupation with beauty?
However, Mrs. Wang has already taken the initiative in action. Although Mrs. Xing is unwilling to be left alone, she can only retreat and correct her position in thought and stance.

After pondering for a long time, he said flatteringly: "Uncle! Tell the slave family that it is not safe for the Wang family to move into the garden. It is best to ask the second child to move out of the house!"

Seeing that Mrs. Wang had changed her title, she was unwilling to be outdone.

Mrs. Wang suddenly became wary after hearing Mrs.In a hurry, he inevitably lost his sense of proportion.

"Oh!~" Lai Shangrong groaned and said doubtfully: "Although your idea is good, the old lady may not agree, right?"

Mrs.

As long as the slave's family goes back and pushes that old thing to come out, when the time comes, it will be ridiculed, and then in the name of the patriarch, force him to buy an outhouse outside for the safety of the family, and as long as he can't stand it, nod, old lady There's nothing wrong with that! "

When Mrs. Wang heard that she was just letting Jia Zheng live outside, her heart immediately relaxed.

It would be more convenient for her if Jia Zheng had a family and could not return.

While nodding hastily, he muttered in agreement.

Being able to keep Jia Zheng out of the Rong Mansion is the best thing for Lai Shangrong, both for his own safety and for convenience in the future.

He had not considered this aspect at first, just because once he tempted Jia She, it would inevitably make him doubt his relationship with Mrs. Wang and Aunt Zhao.

After all, he had doubted his relationship with Wang Xifeng before. Jia Zheng was ill, and his hurried persuasion would inevitably cause unnecessary associations.

And with Jia She's greed, once he discovers the problem, he will inevitably open his mouth.

"Although the idea is good, once Jia She comes forward, my relationship with the second wife will be revealed..."

Mrs.

Mrs.

After taking a peek and seeing the whole leopard, she originally thought that she was the only one begging for food from Lai Shangrong, but she changed her mind after the two of her sisters-in-law competed on the same stage.

In addition, Jia Zheng's illness also completely subverted his image.

There is no guarantee that Lai Shangrong will not be alone in the Rong Mansion. If he guards against Mrs. Wang but fails to guard against others, it would be easier to keep Jia Zheng out.

Lai Shangrong raised his big hand, slapped Mrs. Xing on the buttocks, and said with a smile: "Okay! If this matter is done, I will not benefit from you!"

Lai Shangrong immediately took a two-pronged approach.

No, I am discussing with Mrs. Xing and Mrs. Wang how to take a two-pronged approach and make complete preparations.

After all, Mrs. Xing is just a suggestion. Even if Jia She comes forward, if Jia Zheng insists on not moving, Mrs. Wang will be in a dilemma.

In everything, you have to plan for the worst and be prepared.

After more than an hour of bickering and passionate discussions, the three finally finalized all the details.

The two ladies from Rong Mansion also went home through the front and back doors.

Not to mention how Mrs. Wang will plan for Jia Baoyu after she returns.

But when Mrs. Xing arrived at the door of her house, she happened to see Jia She returning by car.

The carriage entered the Dongkua Courtyard. Jia She got out of the car and snorted coldly at Mrs. Xing: "Humph! Going to the next door again?"

Mrs.

"Ouch! Shang Rong is in an important position, so if he just leaves something out, it will be enough for us. I still plan to find out the news for the master!"

After listening to Mrs. Xing's words, Jia She's dissatisfaction immediately disappeared.

He smiled happily and said, "Oh? Can you find any opportunities to make money?"

"Walls have ears! Master, let's talk in the house!"

Seeing Mrs.

Urged: "Hurry up and talk to the master!"

Mrs. Xing then told the story of Jia Zheng's dismissal from office earlier in the morning and the reasons why.

"Hahaha! Okay! Okay! Usually, the old lady is so serious and pretends to be aloof, but she always favors him and calls me ridiculous. This time, it's great. I asked her to open her eyes and see who the loser is. It hurts our family’s face.”

He said that he had lost the face of the family, but he could not see the slightest intention that the family scandal should not be publicized. Instead, he looked proud and said with a smile: "I will publicize it for him later, so that my old friends and relatives outside know who he is." What a quality!"

But when he said this, he looked at Mrs. Xing doubtfully and said, "What does this have to do with making money?"

"Is it possible that the master is confused? Since the old lady knows who he is, why doesn't she still take a look at Mr. Gao?"

In the Rongguo Mansion, everyone is competing against each other and relying on their peers to support them. Since Jia Zheng has behaved badly, Jia She's past bad deeds will naturally be nothing.

"Yes, yes!" Jia She said clearly, rubbing his hands: "If the master sells the second girl to Shang Rong, the old lady won't be able to say anything!"

He then urged: "Go next door immediately and set a date. I will go find the old lady tomorrow!"

Jia She's mind was full of money, and he immediately thought of the consequences of Jia Zheng's illness. The damage to his family's reputation would inevitably affect the marriages of several girls. At this time, it was a matter of course for him to propose Yingchun as Lai Shangrong's concubine.

Seeing that he had gone astray, Mrs. Xing complained: "Sooner or later, the money from the second girl belongs to the master. Why is the master so anxious now?"

"Oh? What do you mean?"

"Have you never thought about the old lady's body?"

Although Jia She had a deep resentment towards Jia Zheng, he was also a man who could not afford to do anything early, so Lai Shangrong discussed with Mrs. Xing and Mrs. Wang to use Jia Mu's body as bait.

Anyway, this matter had already been part of the three people's plan to empty out the Rong Mansion. Perhaps with Jia She's involvement, the defeat might be faster.

"That's right!" Jia She slapped the table and said with a smile: "The second son is so unbearable and has lost our family's face. It's unreasonable for the old lady to leave her body to him again. I will go to the old lady tomorrow." Charge him in front of me!"

"Don't rush this!"

"Oh? What do you say?"

"The second child has always been good at asking for favors, so keeping him at home may not prevent him from recurring. Besides, the old lady has been partial for more than a day or two. We must stop this trouble!

We have to hide the matter first. When the second brother comes back, the master will suddenly attack, so that they can be caught off guard..."

"Ho ho ho!" Jia Amnesty laughed unconsciously when he heard it, his eyes lit up, and the way he looked at Mrs. Xing gradually changed.

"As expected, Madam, your time next door was not in vain. Now your mind has become more and more delicate, and you can actually make suggestions for me!"

With that said, he reached out his hand and was about to grab Mrs. Xing's waist.

Mrs.

After hearing this, Jia She retracted his hand angrily and said inwardly, "That bitch wants to occupy a magpie's nest. He really thinks he is a master..."

Mrs. Xing didn't give him a chance to continue.

Waving his hand, he reprimanded: "The matter with the second child can be regarded as a reminder to the master. It is better to go to those places less in the future, so as not to get contaminated with anything that should not be contaminated. Then it will really lift a stone." You smashed your own foot!"

Jia Zheng was dissolute, so Jia She was sleeping in flowers and willows. Now that Mrs. Xing was neither short of money nor nourishment, how could she be willing to take the risk of losing both her life and wealth to meet Jia She, who was penniless.

Seeing Jia She's unkind expression, Mrs. One day, the relationship with Shang Rong cannot be broken!"

When she said this, Jia She suddenly woke up. His heart was pounding when he heard it just now. He felt that Jia Mu's body had already been taken, and his waist stiffened unconsciously.

At this time, he came back to his senses.

"Yes, yes! Thanks to my wife for reminding me, I will have to go to that place to inquire more in the future."

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(End of this chapter)