Duchess Ding, who was full of confidence, looked different. Her back was straight, her face was full of glory, and she was in high spirits. Naturally, she became more attentive to the people from the Luo Family. She even specially told her son not to neglect her son-in-law.
Although Duchess Ding's change seemed snobbish, at least nine out of ten people were like this. Naturally, you couldn't say anything about her. Moreover, today was a happy day, so Sun Yilin just smiled.
The "Hundred Birds Worshipping the Phoenix Painting" was appreciated by the male guests, and most people were not allowed to touch it at all. If Duchess Ding was happy, how could Duke Ding not be happy? His son-in-law had such a long face. He responded to other people's compliments, real or fake, with a smile on his face. At this time, he naturally didn't bother to care about what they thought.
When Sun Yilin came over with Luo Jingbo, a group of people surrounded them. Compliments such as "young talent" and "the younger generation will surpass us in time" were thrown at Luo Jingbo as if they didn't cost money.
Duke Dingguo looked on coldly. He could see that some people were deliberately trying to put his son-in-law on a pedestal. Although it was not obvious now, it was inevitable that young people would become arrogant after hearing too many compliments. Gradually, their arrogance might rise to the sky and they would become arrogant. Then, no matter how famous they were at the beginning, they might be stigmatized by then. Their intentions were really vicious.
Most of these people were just related by marriage. Even if they were from the same family, they couldn't be asked to be loyal to their own family, not to mention that now there was an unfilial son who was bent on taking power from him.
Naturally, there were also many people who were loyal to the Empress. Like Li Hongyi, they also included the Luo Family in the scope of their faction. Luo Jingbo's current momentum was particularly favorable to them. Seeing these people with ulterior motives, they couldn't help but frown. Therefore, they poured cold water on those who were full of praise at the right time, telling Luo Jingbo not to be complacent and to continue to work hard.
Luo Jingbo only smiled and responded to the compliments with a few words. He didn't take them seriously, but he humbly and respectfully accepted the words that pointed out his shortcomings. His attitude made Duke Dingguo and the others feel that their worries were in vain. Their evaluation of Luo Jingbo in their hearts became higher and higher. Good, good. He is neither arrogant nor impetuous. With such a calm temperament, he is enough to take on great responsibilities.
If Luo Jingbo was a thick-skinned person, he would probably be cocky right now. Unfortunately, he wasn't. And if he was, this honor wouldn't have fallen on his head in the first place.
Knowing that all this actually belonged to his little sister, he couldn't be proud. The more others said good things about him, the more guilty he felt. The higher others praised him, the more humble he felt. If someone really poured cold water on him, he would be eager to pour more cold water on him. For others, it was a good job, but for him, it was a hard job. However, his little sister was wholeheartedly doing it for him and his future wife. Therefore, even if he felt uncomfortable, he had to hold on. Therefore, on one hand, he was happy, on the other hand, he was distressed.
Sun Yilin, who had been overshadowed by his brother-in-law, looked at him with a smile. In his opinion, he was worthy of being Miss Luo's brother. Although he was not as calm as Miss Luo, his temperament was really rare. He looked at the painting. The more he looked at it, the more exquisite he felt it was, especially the color mix. He believed that today's Sacred Master might not be able to reach this level. It not only required patience, but also extraordinary care. Thinking of this, Sun Yilin's face suddenly had a subtle expression. His brother-in-law was free and easy, not bothering about trifles, or even careless. He might be patient, but how come he couldn't see his care? He shook his head. As the saying goes, you can't judge a book by its cover. Maybe he was the kind of person who was especially careful in a certain aspect.
"Yilin, looking at this Hundred Birds Worshipping the Phoenix painting, you have a strange expression and you're shaking your head. Why, do you have any thoughts?" Sun Yilin suddenly opened his mouth and said.
Because these words were too sudden and his voice was not low, it naturally attracted the attention of the surrounding people. Eh, could it be that this Young Master Lin was feeling uncomfortable? One had to know that this Hundred Birds Worshipping the Phoenix painting was the first Meticulous Brush painting to be released to the world. Even if it was a painting expert, they would at most comment on some of the basic painting techniques. More than that, they really couldn't say. If you don't know or have never come into contact with something, what right do you have to comment on it?
Sun Yilin looked at Sun Yilin indifferently. Sun Yilin was really thinking of slandering him all the time. "Big Brother, you're thinking too much. I'm just thinking that this is a betrothal gift for my younger sister. She hasn't even had time to take a look at it."
It was not a problem to say that this was a betrothal gift for the bride's family. It was also possible to say that it was a betrothal gift for the bride's family. It was not that no one had embezzled all the betrothal gifts given by the bride's family and used it for other purposes. However, that was only because the bride's family was really poor or a group of shameless people. But as long as the family had some dignity, they would not withhold the betrothal gifts from the bride's family. Of course, it didn't matter to them if the bride's family was ordinary, but the precious ones basically had to be returned. Moreover, a family like Ding General Manor would break the spine of the Empress if they withheld this painting.
When Sun Yilin saw this painting, it was not that he didn't think of withholding it, but it was just a thought. He really didn't dare to be so thick-skinned. But even if he knew that, now that Sun Yilin mentioned it in public, he was still very unhappy.
"Father, I think there are too many people today. It's really not a good time to appreciate the painting. It's better to send the painting to my younger sister first. Then, we should take advantage of this opportunity to ask brother-in-law for advice. If he can show us his painting method now, wouldn't it be better?" Sun Yilin suggested with a faint smile.
Many people immediately agreed with Sun Yilin's suggestion. This was the prospective bridegroom. After all, he would be very busy for a period of time. If they didn't take advantage of this opportunity to see him, they would have to wait until he finished his work for a while. For those who were interested in painting, this period of time was definitely a trial.
Therefore, the painting was rolled up and sent to Sun Yijia. At the same time, people quickly prepared brushes, ink, paper, inkstone, and paints for Luo Jingbo. With so many people watching, it was naturally difficult to refuse. Luo Jingbo thought about how his younger sister taught him, so he also demonstrated in the same way and explained to them.
Then, Luo Jingbo, who was picky with his younger sister's hundreds of kinds of semi-finished pigments, looked down on these ready-made pigments, which were far inferior to his own. Even if he mixed them himself, they were not so rich in color, and they couldn't reach his effect. Sure enough, his younger sister was the best.
"What's wrong? Is there something wrong?" Sun Yilin saw his slightly hesitant action.
"No, it's just that the color is too little." At this moment, Luo Jingbo's thick nerves were undoubtedly revealed.
Sun Yilin was also a person who loved painting. He thought that the pigments in Duke Dingguo's Mansion should be the most complete in the world. Listening to his brother-in-law's tone, it seemed that he didn't take it seriously at all. But thinking of that painting, he might really have too few things here. "Does brother-in-law have a lot of pigments in his hands?"
"Yes, my younger sister has a lot of pigments in her hands. She never uses these ready-made pigments. She makes them by herself, and many of them are semi-finished. When they are used and made on the spot, the colors are very rich. To be honest, my younger sister has a lot to do with the completion of the painting of All Birds Worshiping the Phoenix. If I only used the pigments I used before, this painting would definitely not achieve such an effect. "
Among them, there were also people who had attended Great Elder Princess's birthday banquet. They were very impressed by the amazing little girl, so they couldn't help nodding. Both brother and sister should not be underestimated.
Sun Yilin keenly found that Luo Jingbo was slightly relieved. He narrowed his eyes slightly, but said nothing.
Luo Jingbo quickly used a few colors to create a new color. Those who usually knew how to mix two or three colors gained a lot of insight, not to mention those who only knew how to paint with a single color. He was indeed someone who could create a new way of painting.
Therefore, during this time, Jingwan wasn't the only one who helped Luo Jingbo adjust his appearance. Luo Jingbo himself also put in a lot of effort.
When the painting was sent to Sun Yijia, there were still many people around her. They all wanted to take the opportunity to see this masterpiece of fine brushwork. Listening to the maids' praises from outside, they didn't know whether they were exaggerating or not.
The people around her couldn't wait to urge Sun Yijia to open it.
Although Sun Yijia was still excited, she calmed down a lot compared with the beginning. She wanted to ask the maids to help her, but someone volunteered to do it and even tried to snatch it.
Sun Yijia was worried that it would be damaged, so she subconsciously let go of it, and it was snatched away by someone. At that moment, Sun Yijia's heart even became violent. In the past, who had the courage to snatch things from her hands? Sure enough, they would be trampled on if they were disfigured. Sure enough, she was in a good mood these two days and didn't flip out. Did they think she was a pushover?
The painting had been opened, and the people who saw it were all silent. Compared to the free and easy style of freehand painting, they naturally preferred this kind of exquisite and delicate painting. They were almost immediately fascinated. "It's really well painted."
However, thinking of the words that came from outside before, it represented Luo Jingbo's friendship with Sun Yijia. Was this Phoenix representing Sun Yijia, and Luo Jingbo was actually one of the hundreds of birds that admired her and worshipped her? This made many people's hearts become filled with jealousy. How could a disfigured slut be worthy? It was just for the sake of Duke Dingguo's Mansion!
But why couldn't it be them? Why couldn't they meet such a person?
"Little sister, you have to be careful. If you tear this painting, father will ask you to pay with your life." Sun Yijia suddenly said coldly.
Only then did everyone notice that a corner of the painting was being held in the hands of one of Sun Yijia's stepsisters. The edges were a little wrinkled. The movements of her hands and her eyes were red with jealousy and hatred. It was obvious that she wanted to tear the painting apart. It was none other than the woman who had picked a fight with Sun Yijia on the day when Sun Yilin was drunk, but she was slapped in the face.
The woman was shocked and quickly let go of her hand. "I, I'm not …"
The curtain at the door was lifted, and Duchess Ding walked in with a cold face. The people gathered around hurriedly made way. The painting was placed on the table. Because it was unfolded, a part of it hung down. Sun Yijia hurriedly went forward and rolled the painting up with the help of the wet nurse. She touched the wrinkled and small part of the painting, and her heart ached.
When Duchess Ding saw this, her eyes instantly turned cold. She took two steps forward and slapped her. "Lowly b * tch, you can't bear to see your legitimate sister live a good life. If you really tear it apart, don't say that the Duke won't spare you, I'll skin you alive. The Duke said that for the sake of Yijia's good life, he lifted your curfew. I shouldn't be soft-hearted. Men, drag this lowly spawn back to her courtyard for me. Dismiss all the servants and lock the courtyard door for me. "
Only then did the woman feel afraid. She didn't dare to deny it and only hurriedly begged for mercy. "Madam, Madam, I know I was wrong. I know I was wrong. Please spare me this time. I won't dare to do it again next time. I won't dare to do it again …"
"You still want to do it again? Think about whether you can walk out of the courtyard alive first. Shut your mouth. "
Duchess Ding's ruthlessness made the others choke. Duchess Ding wasn't like this in the past. Did she not even care about her reputation? However, they didn't dare to say a word about Duchess Ding's behavior.
Sun Yijia coldly looked at this group of "sisters" who were trembling in fear because of her mother and carefully put the painting back into the brocade box. "Mother, today is indeed a good day. We should be happy."
Duchess Ding's expression eased a little. "Get out of here. Are you waiting for me to 'invite' you one by one?"
The crowd rushed to the door like a tide, not even bothering with basic etiquette.
In an instant, only the mother and daughter and a few servants were left in the room. Duchess Ding's anger couldn't be appeased.
"Mother, don't be angry. In fact, I agree with what Sister Wan said. Why don't we judge them 20 years later? Today, they are jealous that I will marry a good husband and curse me to have all kinds of misfortunes after marriage. But I believe that 20 years later, they will be even more jealous. I will live better than any of them, sweeter on the outside and sweeter on the inside. "
"Mother was worried that you would be wronged. It seems that I worried for nothing. Go back to your own courtyard. You have to take good care of this painting. If someone wants to steal it, it will be damaged or lost. At that time, you can cry by yourself. "
"Mother, don't worry. Anything can be lost or damaged, but this painting is impossible."
"Look at you. I'm afraid that your heart has already flown away. Sure enough, a grown girl can't be kept at home." Duchess Ding came back from Great Elder Princess's birthday banquet. In fact, her daughter was very fond of the boy of the Luo family. "Well, I don't want to care about you. As long as you are happy, it's enough. I didn't let you down." Duchess Ding inexplicably felt a little sad.
"Mother …"
"Okay, okay. Go back. I'm still busy." Duchess Ding wiped the corner of her eyes with a brocade handkerchief and left.
However, as soon as she returned to her courtyard, she was summoned by someone sent by her grandmother. Old Madam Sun became more and more secluded. She didn't even attend Great Elder Princess's birthday banquet. Now she called Sun Yijia over and didn't say too much. She just told her that it should be her blessing to marry into the Luo family in the end. She told her to live a good life and cherish her fortune in the future.
Then, she took out a jewelry box and said, "I have nothing to give you. Just this last thing at the bottom of the box. Take it."
"Grandmother, I can't take it."
"Just take it. I'm in the backyard. How can they let me be cold and hungry?"
"Grandmother …"
"Sister Jia, you are a good girl. Although you have suffered some hardships, it's actually not a big deal. You haven't tasted real bitterness. I also hope that you won't taste it in your life."
Sun Yijia snuggled up to Old Madam Sun and didn't speak.
Sure enough, as expected, in less than two hours, the news that Luo Jingbo, the third son of the Luo family, created a new painting method was spread. Among the scholars, especially those who loved painting, it caused a lot of response.
However, when the painting appeared, some people thought that he was a man of temperament, some thought that he was hypocritical, and some thought that it was a disgrace to painting. In short, it was talked about enthusiastically. Of course, there were also those who thought that they were noble but pedantic. They scolded him that he was just a child who dared to claim to have created a painting method. He was simply ignorant of the immensity of heaven and earth. This kind of person was simply ruining the reputation of painting.
Of course, these discussions didn't reach Luo Jingbo's ears. However, even if they did, he probably wouldn't care. Every time a new thing appeared, there would always be some good or bad comments in the process of being accepted by others. Not only did his grandfather and father say this to him, but his little sister also said this to him. What he needed to do was to keep a calm mind.
In the Qi Yuan dynasty, the imperial examinations didn't belong to the Ministry of Rites. Instead, they belonged to the most powerful Ministry of Personnel. Otherwise, the Ministry of Rites wouldn't have such a low status. In the Qi Yuan dynasty, it was ranked last among the six ministries. Therefore, Luo Peishan was relatively idle. After the morning court, he looked very leisurely.
As soon as Luo Peishan left the palace, he was stopped by someone. "Lord Luo, your Luo family is really something." The person who spoke was one of the four cabinet elders. However, he was the last of the four cabinet elders. At the same time, he was also Li Hongming's father-in-law.
What was the meaning of this sour look? "What do you mean, Cabinet Elder Liu?" Luo Peishan looked very puzzled.
"Lord Luo, you don't have to play dumb with me. It's a good thing that your son and grandson are successful."
Luo Peishan still looked puzzled. "Lord Liu, please enlighten me."
Cabinet Elder Liu cursed in his mind. "I heard that the third son of your family came to Duke Ding's Mansion today and brought a special betrothal gift. Lord Luo, you must know what it is, right? "
Luo Peishan nodded in understanding. "Lord Liu, are you talking about the painting of birds looking up to the phoenix? It's just my grandson's inferior work. It's not worth mentioning. "He waved his hand carelessly.
"I heard that it's not inferior work. It's clearly a masterpiece, not to mention a meticulous painting."
Luo Peishan smiled. As expected, Noble Consort Su and Prince Rui's people went to Duke Ding's Mansion today. There were probably many people from other factions as well. "Cabinet Elder Liu, you're really well-informed. That kid still needs to be honed. "
"Lord Luo, you don't have to be so harsh. I heard that the painting method has already been perfected. It must have taken a lot of effort. He's not even 20 years old, yet he's already so accomplished. Does Lord Luo still think it's not enough? What should we, who only have unfilial sons and grandchildren in our families, do? "Cabinet Elder Liu's face looked as if he didn't know how lucky he was.
When Luo Peishan heard this, he felt so jealous that his teeth were about to fall out. However, he sincerely praised the sons and grandchildren of Cabinet Elder Liu's family. They were like dragons and phoenixes, rarely seen in the heavens and unparalleled on earth. Hearing this, the corners of the people around him twitched. Were you talking about people? Were you talking about gods? Moreover, Lord Luo, are you sure you're praising them and not insulting them?
Unfortunately, Luo Peishan's face was full of sincerity, as if he was telling the truth.
Even Cabinet Elder Liu had to admit that he had to bow down to this kind of person. This time, he didn't want to stop him from "making friends". He just wanted to get rid of him quickly and leave. "This old man still has important matters to attend to. I'll take my leave first." Sure enough, he had important matters to attend to because he left in a hurry.
Luo Peishan stood in place, stroking his beard. His expression was modest, and he exuded a scholarly aura.
"Master." Luo Peishan's manservant handed two books to him.
Luo Peishan tilted his head and made a sound of acknowledgment. Just as he was about to take the books, a hand suddenly reached out and quickly snatched them away. "The Chart of Beauties? Lord Luo, you're not being kind. "Diwu Taiqing was a bit angry.
Luo Peishan almost rolled his eyes at him. "Again." He had just received the Chart of Beauties and hadn't looked at it yet.
How could Diwu Taiqing return it to him? He flipped it open. "Eh, this painting, what kind of painting is this? I've never seen it before. "
"Is it strange that you haven't seen it before?" Luo Peishan didn't think much of it.
Diwu Taiqing hadn't heard about Luo Jingbo's betrothal gifts, but someone beside him had. "Could it be those fine brushwork paintings?"
Everyone who had heard about it was a bit curious, so they all wanted to see it with their own eyes.
Diwu Taiqing also had a rough understanding of it from their noisy chatter.
"This is the Chart of Beauties that your family's lass made, and your grandson painted it?"
"Why not?" The paintings on these two Chart of Beauties were indeed painted by his grandson at his granddaughter's request.
These paintings were made some time ago. There were some flowers and trees that Luo Jingbo didn't know about. Jingwan first painted them, then copied them for Luo Jingbo, and then had the people around her burn them. Now, the fine brushwork paintings around her were basically unfinished. When seen by outsiders, they would think that she was still learning how to paint. Because she was also interested in freehand brushwork, she would occasionally switch to that side. It could be said that Jingwan really did a lot for her brother.
However, Jingwan probably didn't know that the paintings that she asked people to burn were actually collected by Nanny Gong and sent to Li Hongyuan. Only some of the abandoned paintings were burned. It didn't matter if she sacrificed a little for her brother, but Li Hongyuan felt distressed when he saw it. He couldn't bear to see Wan Wan's painstaking efforts go up in flames just like that.
The surrounding adults were only interested in the fine brushwork paintings, but not in the Chart of Beauties. Therefore, they weren't stingy with showing it to them. Previously, they had only heard about it, but now that they saw the finished product, it was really a brand-new method. Moreover, it seemed that the technique was really perfect and impeccable. It was really amazing. As the saying goes, what you hear is false, but what you see is true.
While the others were passing it around, Diwu Taiqing and Luo Peishan were talking and bargaining.
However, the voices beside them were getting softer and softer. By the time the two of them noticed, not only were there not many people, but the two Chart of Beauties were also missing. The two of them couldn't help but be angry. "Where are the things?"
Then, someone told them rather sympathetically, "One was taken away by Pavilion Elder Ruan, and the other is in the hands of Minister Zhong."
Luo Peishan's face turned green, while Diwu Taiqing directly cursed. He rolled up his sleeves, looking like he was going to fight with them.
Luo Peishan wanted to find someone to get the things back, but he was once again blocked by Li Hongming.
Seeing that the Luo family seemed to be completely defecting to Li Hongming's side, if he was only the Minister of the Board of Rites, Li Hongming might not have bothered to pull him over. However, the situation was different now. Previously, there was the third young lady of the Luo family, who was indebted to many people. Now, there was the third young master of the Luo family, who was very likely to be famous all over the world and even become the founder of a generation. The influence of such a person was too great. How could he just let Li Hongyi get hold of him? Naturally, he had to think of a way to pull him over. If he couldn't get him, he would destroy him.
In fact, after the marriage between Luo Jingbo and Sun Yijia was agreed, Luo Peishan had already expected this result. Therefore, when Li Hongming invited him, he didn't refuse. He couldn't refuse.
When Li Hongyi learned that Li Hongming had invited Luo Peishan away, he was furious. However, when he rushed out, they were already gone. "Li Hongming, I don't believe that you can still break up the marriage between my cousin and Luo Jingbo."
Li Hongming couldn't break up this marriage because his father, Le Chengdi, wanted Sun Yijia to get married smoothly. Whoever dared to break up this marriage would have to eat a bear's heart and leopard's gall. The result would be a miserable death. However, Li Hongming still had Luo Rongping in his hands. Previously, he didn't care about this person who seemed to want to switch sides to his side. However, now he was a good chess piece to contain the Luo Family. Even if Luo Rongping saw that the current situation was not right and wanted to shrink back, he wouldn't give him a chance.
First, he lost the beauty chart. Then, he was pulled away to talk in a roundabout way. His heart was stifled.
After the stifled Luo Shangshu returned to the fu, he grabbed his fourth son, who was going to enter the exam tomorrow, and gave him a good scolding. Luo Rongwei, who was preparing to relax the day before the exam, was extremely depressed. Who did he provoke?
After venting for a while, Luo Peishan's anger subsided and he called his other children and grandchildren over. His expression was much more pleasant. He specifically asked Luo Jingbo about the betrothal gifts today and nodded in satisfaction. However, when they didn't notice, he looked at Luo Rongping coldly.
Today, the Luo Family also sent some things to the Chen Family. After all, Chen Zhengmin was going to enter the exam tomorrow, so they must send some auspicious things.
The next day, Luo Peishan said everything he wanted to say to his fourth son. In the end, his ranking would depend on his own luck. As for the other three branches, they also expressed what they wanted to express. Therefore, when they entered the exam hall, because the children of the fourth branch were still young, only Madam Liu brought the servants to send Luo Si off. However, compared to those who came to the capital alone to take the exam, this was considered very grand. Of course, there were also those who were not as good as those who came with the whole family.
Luo Rongwei was more open-minded. In any case, his knowledge was not very outstanding. It would be best if he did well in the exam. If he didn't do well, it was not impossible for him to live the rest of his life.
Madam Liu waited for Luo Rongwei to enter the exam hall. When she saw the people from the Chen Family, she first greeted them, "Min Geer has already entered?" Then, she saw a servant carrying a basket. It was clearly prepared for the exam. Moreover, Madam Liu saw that Third Uncle's family was very anxious, but Min Geer was nowhere to be seen. Madam Liu's heart thumped, "What's going on?"
Chen Zhengmin's mother was so anxious that she almost cried, "Our Min Geer was asked to go out yesterday. He hasn't returned yet. What if he missed the exam? Moreover, what if he met with an accident? How am I supposed to live? "
"Shut up, what are you howling for? Min Geer is naturally fine." Chen Zhengmin's grandmother sternly stopped her, but everyone could hear that her voice was trembling. She was comforting herself.
"This … …" Madam Liu didn't know what to say. It was reasonable to say that Min Geer, that child, was not so ignorant. "Did you send someone to look for him? You should also send someone to the Luo Family to inform them. "
"Last night, his servant came back and told us that Min Geer was discussing knowledge with his friends. He wouldn't finish it in a short time, so he rested there last night. This morning, he came back early, but we waited and waited, but he didn't come back. We didn't know where he was resting, so we brought the things here first. But now, it's getting late, and he still hasn't appeared."
Madam Liu also became anxious. If they missed the exam, they would have to wait for three more years. Although he was only 16 years old, and after three years, he would only be 19 years old. Among the group of examinees, he was still a very young person. However, for Third Miss, it was very different. If she took the exam now, two years later, the person she married would be an official. If she took the exam again three years later, she would still be an imperial scholar. Their Third Miss would feel wronged.
Seeing that the people were getting fewer and fewer, the doors of the exam hall were about to close.
"He's here, he's here. Master, Madam, Master, Grandmother, Young Master is here." The servants who were scattered around finally came back with good news. The old and young, who were originally frowning, immediately smiled. It's good that he made it in time.
Chen Zhengmin's speed was very fast. He almost trotted over. But when he got closer, everyone found that his complexion was not very good. Compared to the young man who always had a gentle smile on his face, this time, he was surprisingly cold. Moreover, there was a trace of ruthlessness and hatred in the corner of his eyes. Not only that, his clothes were also wrinkled.
"Min Geer, Min Geer, this, what's going on?"
Chen Zhengmin took the things from the servant's hand. "Grandfather, grandmother, father, mother, don't ask first. I can't explain clearly in a few sentences. Wait until I finish the exam. I'll go in first." Then, without looking back, he walked towards the entrance of the exam hall.
Everyone looked at each other. This … …
Compared to the Chen family, Madam Liu's expression was surprisingly ugly. If she didn't see wrongly, there was clearly a red mark on Min Geer's collar. Moreover, it seemed to be a teeth mark. She was not a virgin, so how could she not know what it was?
Good for you, Chen Zhengmin. When you were engaged to the third girl, you said so nicely. But now, you're fooling around outside. You even did it on the day before the exam. It's fine if you joke about your future. That's his own business. But what do you take our third girl for?
Just as they were about to say something, the people of the Chen family saw the servant walking over with his head drooping.
Third Old Master Chen pulled him over. "Tell me, what's going on? Didn't you go back last night and say that your young master was discussing knowledge with a friend? Why did he become like this? "
The servant had a sad face. "Master, I, I don't know how it turned out like this … …"
Suddenly, a burst of giggling came from a carriage. It was clearly the carriage that was following behind the errand boy. At first, they didn't notice it and thought it was just passing by. But now, it was clear that it was coming for them. The curtain of the carriage was lifted. There were three people inside. The two outside were obviously maidservants, and the fiery figure behind them was leaning lazily with a bit of charm.
The men subconsciously looked away. Whose girl was this? In public, she was like a woman in a brothel. She had no manners and was improper.
The woman laughed again. "Third Old Master Chen, instead of asking this little attendant, why don't you ask me instead? After all, I was the one who arranged everything."
Princess? How did Min Geer have anything to do with a princess? Even Madam Liu had just entered the capital not long ago. They really didn't know which family this princess was from. However, since she dared to call herself that, then naturally, she was not lying. "Greetings, Princess." As a princess, they were shameless, but they couldn't not be polite.
"No need for formalities. We will be a family in the future. It's not good to be so polite." The person in the carriage said with a smile.
"What family?" The Chen family was a bit confused, but Madam Liu's eyes were a bit fierce.
"Ah, didn't Brother Min tell you just now that last night, we already … …" She had a shy look that was half true and half false.
The Chen family felt their vision go dark and they almost fainted.
"Although it's Brother Min's honor that I have taken a fancy to him, and it's also your Chen family's honor, you don't have to be so excited. After all, my father doesn't like people who rely on nepotism to climb up."
The Chen family was so angry that they trembled. How did their Min Geer provoke such a self-righteous and shameless woman?
"Ah, there's no need to say so much now. Let's go to the Luo family first."
"Why are you going to the Luo family, Princess?" Madam Liu asked coldly.
"Why? Of course, I'm going to find that slut Luo Jingwan to take back the marriage certificate. I'm already Brother Min's woman. Could it be that she still wants to marry Brother Min? However, if she becomes Brother Min's concubine and serves me well in the future, I will be especially generous and allow Brother Min to have her as his concubine. "The woman's smile was exceptionally bright.
Third Old Master Chen's chest heaved up and down. He was almost out of breath. The whole family was frightened, but the woman in the carriage seemed to be watching a joke. Her smile was particularly dazzling. "Let's go to the Luo family."
The curtain of the carriage was lowered, and the horse began to trot under the coachman's whip.
Third Old Master Chen took two breaths and said, "Hurry, let's go to the Luo family." That woman wanted to make a scene in the Luo family, so they naturally couldn't ignore it. What kind of sin did their family commit?
"Third Uncle, I'll go first and go back to tell Mother and the others." Madam Liu's expression was not good, but it was not the time to be angry at the Chen family.
"Okay, you go back first."
Madam Liu got into the carriage, and her maidservant followed in. Luo Rongwei's attendant went back by himself and told the coachman to hurry up.
Madam Liu finally arrived at the Luo family's residence before the imperial daughter. Without saying anything, she rushed straight to the main courtyard. Coincidentally, there were many people here, including Jingwan. Madam Liu hesitated for a moment, but still said it directly. After all, when the matter was blown up, the people who should know and shouldn't know would know.
"Mother, I'm afraid that the marriage between Third Girl and Min Geer won't happen …" Madam Liu didn't wait for the crowd to say anything and spilled out everything in one breath.
Hearing this, the people in the room were stunned. There was such a person in the world, and she was a noble imperial daughter. When they looked at Jingwan, their eyes couldn't help but have a bit of pity. Madam Luo almost couldn't breathe. She had always felt that Wan Wan's marriage might not be smooth. She thought that after the engagement, everything would be settled, but in the end, something still happened!
Jingwan hurriedly reached out to calm Madam Luo down, "Grandmother, grandmother, don't worry, it's okay, it's okay."
Just as Madam Luo's breathing calmed down, the servants came to report that a woman who called herself an imperial daughter had come to the door. Her attitude was extremely arrogant and unreasonable, and she shouted that she wanted to see Third Young Miss. In fact, that imperial daughter kept calling her "Luo Jingwan Little Slut".
This naturally alarmed everyone in the residence.
When the woman saw the crowd, she scolded even more harshly.
Jingwan stood next to Madam Luo and watched Li Ruyu pointing a whip at her, calling her a slut and a lowly slut.
Except for a few people in the third branch, everyone's expression was ugly, and they all wanted to tear her mouth.
However, Jingwan, the person involved, was exceptionally calm and didn't even change her expression.
"Little slut, didn't you see that I'm here? Why aren't you serving me tea?"
Jingwan nodded, "Your Highness is right, I should serve you." As she spoke, she walked down the stairs.
What was Jingwan saying? Did they hear it wrong? Was she afraid of the other party's identity?
"Come, close the door and ask the imperial daughter's two maids to leave and serve them tea."
Li Ruyu, who was originally smug and thought that Jingwan was afraid of her, finally felt that something was wrong. "Little slut, what are you doing?" Hearing the sound of the door being closed, she couldn't help but look back and involuntarily took two steps back, as if she felt embarrassed, and puffed out her chest. "Little slut, let me tell you … what are you doing? Stop it." Seeing the two maids being dragged away by the strong woman, Li Ruyu waved her whip in exasperation.
The woman was also cunning and directly used the maid in her hand to block the whip. Then, the maid screamed and the skin on her face was torn open.
"Nanny, the whip is such a dangerous thing. How can we let the princess, a noble, hold it in her hand? What if she hurts herself? Ask someone to take it aside and keep it safe. When the princess leaves, we can return it to her. "
Nanny Gong naturally obeyed her master's orders, so she easily removed Li Ruyu's whip.
The maid was restrained and the whip was taken away. Seeing Jingwan approaching step by step, Li Ruyu had a bad feeling. "Little slut, what are you doing? Let me tell you …"
"Your Highness, didn't you just say that you want me to serve you? Didn't I follow your orders and come to serve you personally? " Jing Wan moved her wrists and suddenly took two quick steps forward. Then, she punched Li Ruyu's ribs hard.
Li Ruyu screamed and instinctively bent over. Jingwan grabbed her shoulders and lifted her leg. Li Ruyu's stomach was hit hard again. Jingwan stepped back and Li Ruyu fell to the ground.
Jingwan looked no different from an ordinary girl, but she had been training all year round and her strength was not weak. In addition, when she was learning self-defense in her previous life, she had learned to use the least amount of strength to cause the most damage to the opponent. Basically, it was a technique that would not leave a scar. Speaking of which, after she became a pampered lady, she had used some small life skills not long ago. Now that she had even taken out this thing, it was quite unexpected and also quite exciting.
This unforeseen event made everyone look at each other in dismay. This girl was really — one could amaze people with a single brilliant feat! Not only was she good in other aspects, but she was also good at beating people up! And the person she was beating was the princess, a member of the Imperial Family! She had the courage of a bear and the courage of a leopard!
Li Ruyu hugged her stomach and curled into a ball. Her face was pale and it looked like she was in great pain.
"Little slut …"
Jingwan squatted down and reached out to grab Li Ruyu's hair. She lifted her head. "Princess, do you have any instructions? Are you not satisfied with my service? Don't worry, I will definitely satisfy the princess today. "She curved her lips and smiled gently.
Li Ruyu trembled. She suddenly felt that Luo Jingwan was a demon, a demon just like Li Hongyuan.
"Mama, bring a chair over. I see that the princess is being served too comfortably and can't stand properly."
The chair was quickly brought over. Jingwan grabbed Li Ruyu's hair and lifted her up, placing her on the chair.
"Miss, your fingers are not fully healed yet. Don't use too much strength. If you need anything, just let me know."
Jingwan was speechless. Her fingers had healed long ago. On the day she came back with the injury, she had adjusted the color of her brother's hair for a long time. She did not see her say anything. Now, it was just that her fingertips had not recovered their previous smoothness. Alright, her brother was on her side, and Li Ruyu was just an outsider. It was not worth hurting herself for her.
"Your Highness, please sit tight. Otherwise, I'm worried that you won't need to twist your hair if this happens a few more times. You'll become a sister-in-law directly." Nanny Gong helped Li Ruyu up and said in an exceptionally gentle manner.
Li Ruyu's body trembled again. The feeling of facing Li Hongyuan became even stronger.
Jingwan looked at Mama Gong. It seemed that she was the expert!
Jingwan placed her hand on Li Ruyu's head. Li Ruyu was about to raise her hand to push her away when Jingwan's other hand punched her. Li Ruyu screamed again.
Although the punch did not land on her body, they knew from Li Ruyu's reaction that it must be very painful.
"Mother, will Wan Wan …" When Luo Rongyan saw his daughter like this, he did not know what to say. It was really unexpected. His daughter was usually so obedient and delicate. How could she be so fierce when she hit someone?
Madame Luo waved her hand and said coldly, "Don't you know that she bullied Wan Wan first? As her father, you can't help your daughter vent her anger. It's fine if you don't allow her to vent her anger. "
Luo Rongyan touched his nose and did not dare to say anything. His daughter was his mother's treasure. Everyone else had to stand aside. Even if his daughter did such a disgraceful thing, it was his fault as her father. He was incompetent.
"What's more, it's just the powerless Prince Cheng's Mansion. It's not Princess Ruyu's fault. She still has someone to back her up. So what if I hit her now? I'd like to see who she can find to help her." Now it was the Empress and Prince Kang who wanted to win over their family. Would they find trouble with the Luo Family for Li Ruyu?
Madame Luo did not lower her voice at all and it fell clearly into Li Ruyu's ears.
She regretted it. She thought that other than not being able to pester Brother Lin, she could continue to be a tyrant like before. In fact, that was not the case. Even a b * tch like Luo Jingwan had the guts to hit her. "Little b * tch, little b * tch, how dare you. This princess is the princess of the imperial family. The imperial family …"
Jingwan bent down and whispered in Li Ruyu's ear, "An unfavored prince will be bullied. Who do you think you are?" She made trouble for her again and again. Now, because of something that did not happen, she schemed to steal her fiancé. If she could tolerate it, what could not? Now that she delivered herself to her door, Jingwan felt sorry for herself if she did not vent her anger.
… …
When Jingwan stopped, Li Ruyu slipped on the ground again. She curled into a ball and trembled in pain. Her face was covered in tears and snot. There was no trace of her fiery and flamboyant appearance.
All the onlookers were silent, including the Chen family who had already arrived at the Luo residence.
Jingwan, who was standing behind with a cold and fierce face, was really a little scary!
"Nanny, take her away to freshen up. Then, examine her body." Jingwan was unusually calm. She said the words "examine her body" very naturally, as if there was nothing wrong with it.
Before they came, the Chen family was still thinking about how to resolve this matter. Should they retain Jingwan, their daughter-in-law and granddaughter-in-law? But if what the princess said was right, their Min Geer must marry her. After all, it was a big crime to take the princess as a concubine. But to make Miss Luo a concubine? Don't even think about it. Breaking off the engagement seemed to be the only choice. As for how to say it so that the two families would not become enemies? From the looks of it now, there was actually no need for them to say a word. The lady had already made her choice. Moreover, such a gentle and good-natured lady was actually so fierce when she was angered. Could their Brother Min really subdue her?
Jingwan glanced at the Chen family's expression. It seemed that even if Li Ruyu didn't lose her virginity, there was no need to persuade her to stay.
After freshening up, Li Ruyu was still pretty, but she was dispirited.
"Miss, Princess Ruyu is no longer a virgin."
"Oh? She really is a girl who will do anything to achieve her goal. She sacrificed so much. I hope she won't regret it in the future. — — Mother, go get the marriage certificate and give it to Third Granduncle. My marriage with Cousin Min will be annulled. "
Once the engagement was annulled, even if the man was at fault, her daughter's reputation would be affected. But from her mouth, it was over with just one sentence.
Madam Zhang had long been frightened by her daughter, so she did whatever she was told to do.
While waiting for Madam Zhang to get the marriage certificate, Jingwan acted as if nothing had happened and even invited the Chen family into the room.
Madam Luo looked at Jingwan. At this time, she didn't know if she really didn't care or if she was pretending not to care. But no matter what the situation was, it made her heart ache. Several times, she wanted to say something but stopped.
No one left, but they were all silent, and no one said a word.
In the end, it was still Jingwan who spoke, "Third Granduncle, let's hide the annulment from Cousin Min for now. When he comes out of the examination hall, tell him that I said to focus on the examination. No matter what, we can talk about it after the court examination." As she spoke, she even winked playfully, "If his romantic feelings affect the examination and he doesn't get the desired ranking, I will look down on him."
He was touched by Jingwan's thoughtfulness. For such a girl, perhaps even if Min Geer couldn't subdue her, it wouldn't matter? Unfortunately, it was useless to say anything. That princess directly pushed the matter to a dead end. There was no other way.
Jingwan personally returned the marriage certificate to the Chen family. Then, she looked at Li Ruyu meaningfully, "Now that she's a family member, if there's anything that doesn't go your way, just teach her well." A princess without anyone to support her still wanted to put on airs after getting married?
Li Ruyu was really scared by Jingwan and shrank back with all her might.
"I think you know very well what to say and what not to say. After all, he's your future husband. It's not good for you to affect his future."
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