Splendid Abandoned Wife

Chapter 59 Kindness (2)

Mingze looked at Qiu Yiran expressionlessly. Did this bastard regard the Yin family as fools?
Don't tell me, Qiu Yiran really didn't take them seriously.Although he knew that if things didn't go as he wanted, he would "rather stay in the Qiu family than become a concubine", but when he thought about it later, it was not surprising. The education that ladies have received since childhood and the deep-rooted concept of wives and concubines, coupled with the huge dowry, added to their confidence. , it is normal for Yin Zhiruo to be angry.No matter how cowardly you are, you still want to save face, right?What's more, at that time, it was common sense for Yin Zhiruo to be anxious to return to Beijing because he took care of his younger brothers and sisters.

But the situation is easy to change, and the nature is hard to change. How can a person's temperament be changed so easily? Now that Tie Muyuan, who is nosy and advises Yin Zhiruo, is not here, what use can Yin Zhiruo have?In his opinion, what Yin Zhiruo did in the three days in the capital mentioned in Ye's letter must have been Tie Muyuan's idea.Not to mention a spoiled little innocent like Yin Zhiruo, she was just an ordinary 16-year-old girl in a boudoir. After a sudden change, it was already difficult not to fall ill. How could she react so quickly?

Although he lost a lot of money due to Yin Zhiruo's troubles, being able to win the attention of King Jing and the support of the generals in the army will be of great benefit to him in the future.

He inquired about it and found that Yin Zhao's crime of treason was basically unconfirmed. Yin Zhiruo, a woman who had been divorced, naturally could not marry back as a wife, but she had to be a concubine first and promised to make him an equal wife after he got married. It's still ok.In that case, wouldn't her dowry and Beijing's resources all belong to him?Moreover, Ping's wife is also a concubine. If anything happens to Yin Zhao's case, she is just a concubine's natal family, and it will not have any impact on their Qiu family.

It has to be said that Qiu Yiran's plan is really comprehensive, and he becomes more and more proud as he thinks about it.

The plum banquet at the end of the year was something he had planned for a long time, and doing it now would kill three birds with one stone. Firstly, it would show Yin Zhiruo's lingering affection for him and save his face in front of his friends; secondly, it would prove that the relationship between the two families was very good and break the public opinion. , and even the "rumors" in Beijing about the Qiu family forcing Yin Zhiruo to make peace, to restore the reputation of the Qingyuan Hou Mansion; thirdly, with Qiu as a chess piece, as long as he uses a little trick, he can not only damage the reputation, but also let If Yin Zhiruo had to marry him as his concubine, maybe there would be a story about deep love.

And all these calculations were hidden under the "good intentions" of considering Mingze's brothers and sisters. He really wasn't worried that Mingze and Yin Zhiruo would refuse.Since they want to live in Luo City, they don't want to be isolated in this Zhuangzi, right?If he were Mingze, he would definitely hope that in the future he could get rid of his father's suspicion of treason and regain the opportunity to become an official. These all require a network of connections. You can't just rely on King Jing and Tie Muyuan, right?

Of course, if Yin Zhao's suspicion could really be cleared, it would be no harm to Qiu Yiran.It’s just that, haha, that’s too difficult!Especially what could a sick nerd like Mingze and the young concubine Minghui do, just help him run errands and take care of Zhuangzi.

Seeing that Mingze didn't say anything, but just looked at him eagerly (if Mingze could read minds, he must be drunk. How did this guy see that he was "looking at him eagerly"?), he became even more proud and said thoughtfully: "Don't worry, I will draw up a list for you, and I will invite it in your name and mine. As for the female guests, it will be in the name of your sister, but I will let my mother say hello in advance. In Luo City, they still have to celebrate us. The Yuanhou Mansion is proud of it.”

This time it was Mingze who looked at Qiu Yiran like a fool: "I'm sorry, Qiu Shizi, didn't you just say that my sister's concerns were right? My sister said it, in order to avoid any further rumors about the suspicion. There are unfavorable rumors about our two families. It’s better for us to keep distance. How can we hold a plum banquet together? Besides, we have five filial piety brothers and sisters. Let alone the end of this year, we can’t hold any banquets within three years. ? What does Prince Qiu mean by saying this? The emperor did not convict my father and did not allow us to bury my parents in mourning. My mother is still the emperor’s personally named Princess Qianxin. "

Qiu Yiran was stunned for a moment, keeping filial piety?How come he hadn't thought about this at all?By the way, "Didn't Zhiruo set up a female household?"

Mingze couldn't bear it anymore and sneered directly: "Does establishing a female household mean severing ties with your parents? Is there such a provision in the law?" My sister established a female household to avoid future troubles and to prevent ruthless and scheming people. My grandmother planned her dowry and even her marriage with her second and third uncles, not just to avoid keeping filial piety to her father and mother.

Qiu Yiran saw the sarcasm in Mingze's eyes, and his face felt like it was on fire. He realized that if the conversation between him and Mingze today was spread, it would be extremely detrimental to his character and reputation. Filial piety is the first of all virtues.He hurriedly said: "I was confused. I was thinking about how to help you and make your life smoother in the future, but I forgot about such a big thing." He looked regretful and ashamed on his face, but he was furious in his heart. , I'm about to lose my temper. Three years of mourning?Didn't all his plans come to nothing?He needs Zhiruo's dowry to supplement the Qingyuan Hou Mansion, help him manage things, build connections to enter the court, and even move the Hou Mansion to the capital, okay?Now we actually have to wait three years?The mansion sold another shop yesterday. Although it was sold to the mother's natal cousin-in-law, outsiders didn't know, but they themselves knew that the Qingyuan Hou Mansion was now unable to make ends meet!If this continues, I'm afraid... before he can take over the title, the Marquis Mansion will be nothing but an empty shell!Qiu Yiran, who once again failed to draw water from a bamboo basket, became more and more angry at the stupid idea of ​​his mother Ji and his cousin Ye. If it weren't for them, how could things be like this?

what to do?Is there any way to invalidate Zhang and Li Shu, or to make Yin Zhiruo willingly use the money to supplement him secretly?
Mingze became more and more impatient and shouted at Ruqiu: "What are you doing here? Why don't you go back and give the elder girl a reply?"

Uncle Qiang also said coolly: "If the eldest girl has already rested, don't disturb her. I think the matter is not that urgent. I can go over and report to the girl later."

Ruqiu felt a chill in her heart, and she became more and more suspicious that Uncle Qiang had just warned her on purpose.What was she careless about, and was it so obvious?However, Uncle Qiang was the chief steward given by Princess Qianxin, so naturally he was not as easy to fool as the eldest girls. If Uncle Qiang really became suspicious of her, it would be troublesome.

What's funny is that when Qiu Yiran saw this scene, he looked down on Zhiruo and Mingze even more.Isn't it true that a servant with no rules like this is a slave who deceives his master?If it weren't for the fact that the Yin Zhiruo siblings were young and useless, just a steward, how dare they interrupt so rashly and make their own decisions?
However, the purpose of his coming here today is out of the question. It can only be said to be a rough exploration of the reality.Forget it, at least, it would be impossible for Yin Zhiruo to recruit a new wife during the period of filial piety. He still had time to think of a solution.In his territory, under his nose, those properties won't fly away, right?Unless Yin Zhiruo really dares to use it to donate it to the army and build a "soldier's home" or something like that.

Mingze spoke, but Ruqiu did not dare to delay any longer. When he bowed and left, he suddenly felt anxious again and asked Uncle Qiang: "Uncle Qiang, does he know if the carriage at the village is free tomorrow? The girl asked me to make the second and third girls sober." We are almost running out of suitable embroidery thread for winter clothes. I plan to go to the embroidery shop in the city to buy some tomorrow afternoon."

Uncle Qiang secretly laughed, but said impatiently: "You should apply to Uncle Qi for these things. However, since we are rushing to make clothes for the two girls, it is impossible to delay you from buying silk thread."

"Yes, I understand. I will go and apply to Uncle Qi right now." Ruqiu responded obediently, "Young Master, I will resign." After saying that, he quickly left.She believed that Prince Qiu must have understood her hint, and it would even be better if he could go there in person tomorrow.

Qiu Yiran did understand what Ruqiu meant, and was indeed considering going there in person tomorrow.Ruqiu is the maid who has served Yin Zhiruo since she was a child, so she must know her preferences and temperament well.Only by knowing yourself and the enemy can you be sure of victory. Their previous defeat was because they underestimated Yin Zhiruo and believed too much in Ye's so-called "everything has been arranged."

What he didn't expect was that his confidant did bring him a concubine, and it also came with many "good stories", but it was not what he wanted.And now, Mrs. Ye, who is being slandered by her, will bring their house into the gutter again in the near future.

　Thanks to Fat Girl 0915 book friend for the peace charm!Thanks to yan5890018 book friend for the pink ticket!Thanks shwldl book friend for the peace charm!Thank you!

　　
　
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