Chapter 46 A Distinguished Guest Welcomed to the Barren Mountain
After dinner, Gu Yu took her leave after finishing her speech.
Lai's mother was stunned and said incredulously, "This...how is this possible?"
"Young Master Zheng and Second Miss were engaged long ago. They are such a perfect match, both handsome and beautiful, but..."
But how could Zheng Yunliang have a mistress?!
Not only did he have a mistress, but he also had a child with that mistress long ago!
The reason Song Mo got into a fight with someone was because that person mentioned Zheng Yunliang's mistress!
Si Niannian, with her eyes half-closed, lazily asked, "What's so strange about that?"
Men, no matter how sweet their words are, aren't they all really the same?
She was the one who managed to expose this.
The Song family didn't believe it at first, but the rumors outside became increasingly outrageous, and the rumors gradually became true.
What truly brought this matter to a close was that Zheng Yunliang's mistress actually brought three children to the Zheng family's door!
According to Gu Yu, Song Qinghan was so agitated that she fainted twice in one day, and even Madam Song was so angry that she fell ill.
Song Wen went to confront Zheng Yunliang, and the two apparently couldn't agree on what to say, so they started fighting in the restaurant.
If Song Cheng hadn't arrived in time, Zheng Yunliang might have been stabbed to death by Song Wen.
After this incident, the Zheng family's dissatisfaction with this marriage alliance grew even stronger.
It is said that Imperial Censor Zheng even impeached Lord Song in court, arguing that he had failed to properly educate his son.
Because of Zheng Yunliang's arrangement of a mistress, Lord Song also impeached Zheng Yunliang, causing a huge rift between the former good in-laws and providing plenty of entertainment for everyone.
The Song family is now facing two major problems: externally, Song Mo is imprisoned, and internally, Song Qinghan's marriage is a major concern.
Amidst internal and external troubles, the scene is so lively that it's hard to know where to look.
Lai's mother couldn't help but feel a lingering fear: "Thank goodness the girl came out."
"With the Marquis and the Old Madam protecting her, the household wouldn't dare send anyone to cause trouble for the young lady, otherwise..."
With both of Madam Song's most precious and most beloved children in trouble at the same time, she'll definitely take her anger out on Si Niannian first!
Si Niannian chuckled dismissively, thinking to herself, "It's not that I'm afraid to look for them."
However, most of the people sent by the Song family were stopped, which is why they didn't cause any trouble in front of her.
There was only one person who could keep those flies away from her so effectively.
Thinking about the arrangements Jie Changying had been nagging about all day, Si Niannian yawned, stood up, and said, "Don't worry about it. Let's pack our things for tomorrow's trip to the horse farm."
What's meant to happen will happen eventually, no rush...
The next morning, Si Niannian was dragged out of the house by the excited Xie Changying. When they got out of the courtyard, they found that Xie Ge'an was also there!
Si Niannian showed just the right amount of surprise on her face and asked strangely, "Doesn't the Marquis have to go to court?"
Compared to Lord Song, who sets off for court before dawn every day, isn't this person a bit too leisurely?
Jie Ge'an understood her unspoken meaning and chuckled, "My old injury has flared up again recently, so His Majesty has granted me special permission to rest at home."
"Aren't we going to the horse farm?"
Jie Ge'an squeezed the riding whip in his hand: "Let's go."
Jie Changying hurriedly pulled Si Niannian away, and even after getting into the carriage, she couldn't stay still. She kept rambling on about the schoolwork that was giving her a headache, and couldn't help but purse her lips as she spoke: "You have no idea how powerful your good sister is in front of the teacher."
Although Song Qinghan came from an unremarkable background, her talent, which she was proud of, was genuine and she was indeed quite capable.
Whenever there were classes like poetry and painting at the girls' school, Song Qinghan always stood out from the crowd, proving herself to be a truly talented woman.
Unfortunately, Jie Changying was not good at this.
The two women lived in different study rooms and had almost no interaction.
Previously, Jie Changying only thought Song Qinghan was amazing, and she had a vague sense of admiration for her.
Now, however, he looked at Song Qinghan with displeasure, rolling his eyes whenever the topic came up: "I heard that her good fiancé has already become a father. It's all over the place. I wonder how heartbroken that gentle and talented woman has been at home these past few days!"
Si Niannian was amused by her blunt disgust and said casually, "Who has time to care about her?"
"I'm free!" Xie Changying said angrily, thinking about what she had found out. "It's just that after such an embarrassing incident, I don't know if Song Qinghan will go to the girls' school the day after tomorrow..."
"If she hides at home and refuses to see anyone, how can I laugh at her?"
Si Niannian looked out the car window at the Hou Mansion not far away and said with a playful tone, "Don't worry, she will go."
Song Qinghan is someone who seizes every opportunity to climb the ladder, so arrogant that she wants to always be at the top.
The more commotion there is outside, the less likely she is to stay indoors.
Moreover, Zheng Yunliang keeping a mistress was not Song Qinghan's fault.
At times like this, Song Qinghan would not be willing to be a mute and be ridiculed.
Jie Changying frowned, seemingly understanding but not quite. A whip tapped lightly on the carriage window, and Jie Ge'an's voice rang out: "We've arrived."
"Get ready to get off the bus."
Si Niannian had prepared herself mentally before coming, but when she actually stood on the racecourse, she realized that she had underestimated Jie Gean's wealth.
This so-called horse farm actually enclosed several hilltops!
Jie Ge'an took in the subtle surprise in her eyes, a faint smile playing on his lips, and said in a voice only Si Niannian could hear, "How does this place compare to Nanjiang?"
Si Niannian looked at him with an expression that said, "What are you talking about?", without replying.
Jie Ge'an chuckled softly: "It's artificially enclosed after all, it can't compare to the vastness of the Guanbei and the border regions."
"It is a blessing for this desolate mountain to welcome such a lovely guest today. Thank you for gracing this place with your presence."
Si Niannian's face twitched silently, and she said sullenly, "It is my good fortune to be invited by the Marquis."
"Is that so?"
Jie Ge'an smiled faintly and looked at Jie Changying, who was waving to Si Niannian, and said, "Go on, I'll wait for you here."
Jie Changying could ride horses, and her riding skills were quite good.
While changing into her riding gear, she patted her chest and said, "Niannian, don't worry, I will protect you."
"You'll be with me from now on, and nothing will go wrong!"
Si Niannian nodded in agreement and followed Xie Changying to the open space where sand was rising. Immediately, someone led two horses over.
Jie Changying's horse was a gentle chestnut pony, which affectionately nuzzled her palm when it saw its owner.
Si Niannian looked at the horse with its glossy black coat in front of her, and just as she hesitated, she heard Jie Ge'an say, "Don't you think so?"
Si Niannian: "..."
Logically speaking, she shouldn't know how.
After all, horses are more expensive than other livestock, and it's not something that ordinary people can learn to do.
But……
A silent resentment welled up in Si Niannian's eyes.
Jie Ge'an's smile deepened: "Shall I teach you?"
Si Niannian: "......"
"I actually..."
“Although this is my territory, there’s no guarantee that other people aren’t watching,” Jie Ge’an said in a low voice. “If I learn this without a teacher, wouldn’t I be exposed?”
"You really don't need me to teach you?"
Jie Ge'an, understanding and considerate, said, "Actually, you could also say you have a special talent, after all..."
"Yes, I will."
Si Niannian gritted her teeth and swallowed her refusal, forcing a smile that didn't reach her eyes: "I want it!"
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