Cheng Yujin hurriedly came out of Princess Qingfu's room. She was in such a hurry that she didn't even have time to act out the mother-daughter act with Qingfu.
Cheng Yujin went straight to Old Lady Cheng's courtyard. When the servant girl of Longevity Hall saw her, she was very surprised, "Eldest Miss, you just paid your respects this morning. Why are you here again? Did you leave something behind? "
No wonder the servant girl thought this. Cheng Yujin came empty-handed with a serious expression. She didn't look like she was here to show filial piety. Instead, it looked like … … she was here to criticize.
The servant girl didn't dare to think this way. She thought that Cheng Yujin had lost something and that Cheng Yujin was in a hurry to find it. That was why she had such an expression.
After the servant girl's reminder, Cheng Yujin took a deep breath and adjusted her expression. Then she pushed open the door and entered.
Old Lady Cheng was lying on the arhat bed. Two servant girls were kneeling on the bed to massage her legs. Hearing the sound of someone entering, Old Lady Cheng lazily opened the door. Seeing that it was Cheng Yujin, she said, "It's Eldest Miss. Why are you here? "
The servant girl in the room had already brought in a stool. The mama next to Old Lady Cheng smiled politely, "I know that Eldest Miss is filial. Only Eldest Miss is so considerate in the entire fu. Every day you come here to visit. Eldest Miss, quickly sit down. Huang Li, serve Eldest Miss tea. "
Cheng Yujin didn't respond to their conversation like she usually did. Instead, she said some pleasantries. Cheng Yujin still stood motionless on the carpet. Her eyes quietly looked at Old Lady Cheng, "Grandmother, I have something to say to you."
Old Madame Cheng was a little surprised. When the mama saw this, she was embarrassed for a moment but immediately acted as if nothing had happened. She laughed and said, "It's me who is muddle-headed. Eldest Young Lady and Old Madame are talking about considerate things. I actually stood here like a block of wood. Today, the small kitchen has prepared sesame cheese. This old servant will go to the small kitchen to take a look. "
When she left, the two maids who were supposed to massage her legs also followed her out the door. Soon, only Cheng Yujin and Old Lady Cheng were left in the warm room.
Cheng Yujin took the Beauty Hammer left by the little maid and sat on the Arhat Bed, beating the muscles and bones of Old Lady Cheng from time to time. Cheng Yujin lowered her head and did not say anything. Old Lady Cheng did not urge her either.
In fact, Old Lady Cheng could roughly guess why Cheng Yujin came over. Princess Qingfu and the Nguyễn Clan were quarreling again. Old Lady Cheng had a headache because of them, let alone Cheng Yujin who was stuck in the middle. Princess Qingfu must have gone back and said something to Cheng Yujin.
Old Lady Cheng was not in a hurry. She leaned against the soft pillow and half closed her eyes to rest. Cheng Yujin knocked for a while and then said in a low voice, "Grandmother, mother went back and talked to me today. Mother is impatient. Sometimes she has good intentions, but the words she says can easily cause misunderstandings. She didn't have to steal the Phoenix Piercing the Peony satin, but she was afraid that Second Aunt would wear it too much. She couldn't help but remind her a few times and cause a misunderstanding with Second Aunt. Mother was very regretful when she went back. She specially sent me here to take a look at grandmother. If I've disturbed grandmother, please forgive me. "
Cheng Yujin's words were very smooth. Old Lady Cheng felt comfortable when she heard it. Old Lady Cheng did not believe Cheng Yujin's words at all about Princess Qingfu being regretful and sending her over to apologize. However, as long as things were okay on the surface, it was fine. Old Lady Cheng was willing to believe Cheng Yujin's words.
Old Lady Cheng narrowed her eyes and said, "You're still the sensible one. I watched my eldest daughter-in-law and the Nguyễn Clan grow up to be what they are today. We've been in the same household for almost 20 years. They're not much different from my daughter. Sometimes, one's left foot will trip over the right foot. It's inevitable that the family will quarrel. After that, they'll talk it out and it'll be over. I'm their mother. How can I bicker with them? It's fine as long as they don't hold grudges in their hearts. "
Old Lady Cheng finished speaking and sighed, "Everything will prosper if the family is harmonious. It's best if the family is harmonious."
"Grandmother's words are right." Cheng Yujin agreed. She very unintentionally mentioned it as if she was just casually saying, "Speaking of which, it's still my incompetence as a daughter. Mother just calmed down and said some intimate words to me. Only then did I know that it was because Mother saw that Eldest Brother was sent to the Imperial College and Second Brother was transferred to a good private school. She was anxious and spoke a little rashly. Mother didn't mean to deliberately target him. She was just anxious about Third Brother's future. "
Old Lady Cheng understood. So that was the reason. She always knew that the eldest and second families did not get along. It seemed that today's fierce quarrel was not just because of old grudges, but also because of the competition for resources between the two families.
The eldest branch had a title of nobility. Qingfu was also born as a princess. When she entered the family, she became the eldest daughter-in-law. Her life had been smooth sailing for many years. She was very proud and could not stand being surpassed by others.
The Nguyễn Clan was indeed a little high-profile these days. However, the second branch had a daughter who did not disappoint them. The second branch's status rose along with the tide. It was a matter of course. If the eldest branch could not overcome this force, it would not do.
Cheng Yujin saw that Old Lady Cheng had a pensive expression. Only then did she continue speaking slowly, "As parents, they all want the best for their children. It's really a pity for all parents in the world. It's a pity that I'm not good enough. I can't use my connections like Second Sister and recommend Third Brother to the Imperial College. "
Old Lady Cheng was startled when she heard this. Then, she smiled, "Eldest Young Lady, I know that you've always wanted to excel since you were young. However, you don't have to shoulder this kind of responsibility. It's not your responsibility. Besides, a man's future should be earned by himself. As a pampered guest, it's enough for you to enjoy life in the inner residence. "
"How can I do that? Grandmother, Father, and Brother dote on me. I've seen it all these years. How can I not do something for the family? " After Cheng Yujin finished speaking, she bit her lip. She looked as if she was unwilling but had to cut off all means of retreat. She asked, "Grandmother, the elders have shielded me from the wind and rain. I shouldn't bother them. However, I'm still older than Second Sister. Second Sister is already married. In a year's time, she might even have a nephew. However, I'm still staying at home. I've always blamed myself for this. Grandmother, you don't have to worry about my face. Why don't you tell me directly? Have I caused trouble for the family? "
Old Lady Cheng sighed and reached out to sit up. Cheng Yujin put down the Beauty Hammer and helped Old Lady Cheng to sit up. Old Lady Cheng sat up and said, "You have a lot on your mind. It's not your fault that the engagement was broken off. You don't have to worry about your marriage. If it really doesn't work out, the family can support you for the rest of your life."
Old Lady Cheng looked at Cheng Yujin's expression. She had always been smart and perfect. Old Lady Cheng couldn't bear to see such a downcast expression. She couldn't help but reveal her trump card to Cheng Yujin. "Besides, this is just the worst-case scenario. You may not end up like this. Do you still remember the young heir of the Zhai family who came to our house as a guest on the seventh day of your grandfather's birthday? "
This was Cheng Yujin's real purpose. She had said so much just to pave the way for this sentence.
Old Lady Cheng didn't know that she had been attacked by Cheng Yujin's tenderness. This kind of thing couldn't be publicized before it was confirmed. After all, the Duke House of Cai only mentioned it verbally. There was no actual proof. If the news was leaked, nothing would happen to the Zhai family. On the other hand, the Cheng family would be at a disadvantage. In particular, Old Lady Cheng was even more cautious when Cheng Yujin had broken off the engagement. If not for the fact that she was afraid that Qingfu wasn't clear about the matter and promised Cheng Yujin's marriage to someone else, Old Lady Cheng wouldn't even tell Princess Qingfu about it.
Now that she said this sentence, Old Lady Cheng was surprised. However, the words had already been said. Even if Old Lady Cheng wanted to save it, it was too late.
Cheng Yujin immediately asked, "Young heir of the Zhai family? Are you talking about the only son of the Duke House of Cai, Zhai Qing? Of course, I know him. Why did grandma mention him? Yes, on that day at the Xiangji Monastery, Old Lady Zhai also came. I even paid my respects to Old Lady Zhai. Grandma, did the Duke House of Cai say something to you? "
Old Lady Cheng sighed. She just accidentally revealed her head and Cheng Yujin connected the dots. It seemed that she had no choice but to reveal the truth today.
Old Lady Cheng said, "Yes, it's him. That day, you met Young Heir Zhai Qing in the garden and even persuaded him to study and write. When you went back, Old Lady Zhai and the Duke Of Cai were very shocked. Their heir is young and undisciplined. The Duke Of Cai has long wanted to find someone to persuade him. The Duke Of Cai saw that you get along well with the young heir. Now that you are not engaged, the Duke Of Cai wants to marry you and make you his second wife. Firstly, you can discipline the heir. Secondly, you can tidy up the Duke's Mansion. Thirdly, you can form a good relationship with the Cheng Family. "
Cheng Yujin's heart gradually sank. Zhai Yanlin even said that he wanted to form a good relationship with the Cheng Family. It could be seen that he understood Old Lady Cheng very well and knew very well how to persuade her greedy grandmother. Cheng Yujin calmed herself down and asked, "Did Old Lady Zhai say these words to you that day at the Xiangji Monastery?"
Since they had already talked about it, there was no need to hide the rest. Old Lady Cheng saw that Cheng Yujin did not have the shyness of a newlywed bride. Instead, she looked like she was analyzing things rationally. She stopped teasing her and told her the facts. "No. That was the case. That day, Old Lady Zhai must have made a special trip to see you. She was full of praise for you, but she did not mention anything about marriage. Thinking about it, marriage is not a small matter. How could it be decided just after meeting each other? When the empress dowager returned to the city after the Buddha worship, the Duke Of Cai made a special trip to tell me. "
After Old Lady Cheng finished speaking, she looked at Cheng Yujin and smiled. "It seems that the Duke Of Cai is very satisfied with you."
It was actually Zhai Yanlin who said that. Cheng Yujin was not in the mood to pay attention to Old Lady Cheng's teasing expression. She was focused on analyzing the events that day.
These words were said by Zhai Yanlin personally to Old Lady Cheng after the Buddha worship. At that time, she had already clearly rejected Zhai Yanlin at the Buddha temple. In other words, after hearing those outrageous words, Zhai Yanlin did not become enemies. Instead, he quickened the pace and proposed marriage to Old Lady Cheng.
Was there something wrong with Di Yanlin? Why was he still in such a hurry? However, Cheng Yujin did not have time to think about whether Zhai Yanlin was a masochist. Her mind was now full of her own crisis.
Zhai Yanlin had already made it clear. Looking at Old Lady Cheng's expression, she was also deeply satisfied. This was troublesome. If Cheng Yujin married into the Duke Of Cai, then her many years of hard work would be greatly reduced. She would also have to spend the rest of her life with that arrogant and stupid man.
Cheng Yujin felt a headache just thinking about it.
However, the treatment of Old Lady Cheng was different from that of Zhai Yanlin. Cheng Yujin could not directly refuse. She could only tactfully persuade, "Grandmother, I should not interfere in marriage. However, I vaguely remember that Madame Zhai said that the title of Duke Of Cai had already been decided. It was reserved for Heir Zhai Qing. It's difficult to be a stepmother. You have to raise the legitimate son of the former wife. It's not good to be strict or kind. Moreover, if you have your own son, you will be suspected even if you do nothing. "
This was also true. It was not easy to have a wife of the Duke. It would be a loss if her years of hard work were to raise someone else's son.
However, if the person in front of her was Cheng Yumo, Old Lady Cheng might hesitate. However, this was Cheng Yujin. Old Lady Cheng looked at Cheng Yujin with a smile and said meaningfully, "It all depends on the effort. You are a smart child. You always have a way. "
Cheng Yujin prepared a lot of words. When she heard Old Lady Cheng say "It all depends on the effort," her lips moved, but she felt that there was no need to say anything. If Old Lady Cheng could say "It all depends on the effort," what else could she say?
Cheng Yujin excused herself from Shou 'an Hall and sat in her boudoir. Lian Qiao, who had been following her for a day, finally dared to ask, "Miss, the old lady actually misses you. What should we do?"
What should she do? What could she do? Cheng Yujin was silent for a while. At this time, she suddenly thought of someone completely unrelated to her.
"Where is Ninth Uncle?" Cheng Yujin suddenly asked.
"Ninth Masters?" Lian Qiao paused. Although she did not understand why the young lady asked about the Ninth Masters, she still answered dutifully, "This servant does not know. The Ninth Masters is not at home these days. It seems that he went out to visit friends."
Went out to visit friends? Cheng Yujin paused and then laughed self-deprecatingly. What was wrong with her? She always knew that she could only rely on herself when she was in trouble. Why would she think of him?
What visiting friends? His Highness the Crown Prince clearly went to the palace to make arrangements.
Select text and click 'Report' to let us know about any bad translation.
