Chapter 286 Daddy
Lin Yuesha was a little confused. Neither the original owner of the body nor she knew anything about her biological father, Lin Shusheng. She only knew that more than ten years ago, Lin Shusheng died of illness on his way to the capital for the imperial examination.
Villagers occasionally mention it and sigh, saying that Lin Shusheng was good-looking, and Lin Yuesha inherited his looks, being a beauty from a young age.
As for anything else, she knew nothing more.
When Lin Yuesha transmigrated, Chen Shi had already remarried to Xiao Chenggui. The couple were both good-natured and got along well. Xiao Chenggui treated her extremely well, even better than her own father.
The person who disappeared more than a decade ago suddenly sends someone to bring her to the capital to enjoy a life of luxury. No matter how you look at it, something seems strange.
According to the old woman, her own father had already become a high-ranking official of the third rank in the capital, and was an important minister in the court. He had taken her away from the life of a young lady. What was he doing before that?
“Miss, what’s the point of you staying in this poor, remote place? You’re starving and cold, and you’re being bullied.”
The old woman's words were full of genuine emotion. After she finished speaking, she took out a handkerchief and wiped the corners of her eyes, managing to squeeze out a few tears.
How can the barren countryside compare to the wealth and luxury of the capital? This little girl has never seen the world. I'm sure that once she gets to the capital and is dazzled by its splendor, she'll never want to come back.
Putting aside everything else, the jewelry and hairpins were all the latest styles, costing several hundred taels of silver for a set, which was just for ordinary wear, but in the north, it could actually buy a small courtyard.
“This old lady, you may have some misunderstanding about my family.”
Lin Yuesha explained that she was not starving or freezing; her family had savings, a farm and a house, and a shop that was about to open, so she had no worries about food and drink.
"Miss, what kind of person are you? How can you associate with a businessman who reeks of money!"
The old woman was startled, her expression as if Lin Yuesha had committed a grave taboo.
"Listen to this old servant, the Lin family owns shops and land all over the place, but our master, mistress and young lady never participate in the business. They are all managed by servants, and their produce is delivered several times a year."
Among the social classes of scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants, merchants were ranked last, and merchants were always seen as obsequious and servile, making them look down upon.
If the household needs money, it's all handled by the contracted servants; all they need to do each month is check the accounts.
After the old woman finished speaking, she gave Chen a disdainful look. Lin Yuesha, left in the north, could only continue to be a country girl.
"Yes, Miss, once you return to the capital with us, you'll understand the advantages of the capital."
The maidservant behind the old woman was also dressed in gold and silver, and the fabric and style of her clothes were styles that were hard to find in the north.
Upon arriving at the residence, the group dressed up specially, all in an effort to persuade Lin Yuesha to come to the capital.
"Mother, isn't my father dead?"
Lin Yuesha had a headache and was too lazy to waste words with these people. Lin Shusheng was the original owner's biological father, but he had nothing to do with her. She only recognized Xiao Chenggui.
Besides, her sudden trip to the capital was clearly motivated by ulterior motives.
Wealth and status, gold and silver jewelry—none of those things could sway her; she could earn money on her own.
As for social status, Lin Yuesha looked down on it even more. She was going to marry a nobleman in the future, and besides, she was being entangled with that pervert Yuwen Kun and had been branded with his mark.
So, do these arrogant lackeys really think she's never seen the world? Who's the real frog in the well here?
"He's dead."
After calming down for a while, Chen stopped trembling. She was worried about her daughter going to the capital, but Lin Yuesha's attitude put her at ease.
Indeed, there would be a better life in the capital, but more than ten years have passed and Lin Shusheng has not cared about his daughter. He must have remarried, and his new wife is from a high-ranking family. How could she possibly tolerate the existence of her daughter?
The wealthy and powerful families were actually quite corrupt and their true nature was far more complex than it appeared on the surface.
The mother and daughter firmly believed that Lin Shu was dead and told the old woman and her group to go back.
"Mrs. Chen, this is a token that our master asked me to bring."
After the old woman finished speaking, she carefully took out a jade pendant from her purse and handed it to Chen. This jade pendant could prove everything.
"Our master fell seriously ill while taking the imperial examinations and encountered bandits. He almost died, but was saved by his wife's family and taken all the way to the capital."
The old woman explained the reason: after Lin Shusheng was rescued, he recuperated for a year and lived in the lady's residence.
A year later, Lin Shusheng passed the imperial examination with high honors and was favored by his wife's father, becoming the son-in-law of the successful candidate. With the support of his wife's family over the years, his career has been smooth.
"Oh, I see."
Lin Yuesha nodded. Her biological father had disappeared without a trace. It turned out he was living a life of luxury in the capital. Once he passed the imperial examination, he abandoned his wife who had shared his hardships. With such a character, how could he possibly treat his own daughter well?
"So, why did my dad suddenly remember me, his daughter?"
Lin Yuesha got straight to the point.
Don't talk about a deep father-daughter bond; she doesn't believe that this kind of person has any affection for her.
"this……"
The old woman rolled her eyes. Of course, the master wouldn't remember having such a daughter, but his political enemies would.
If the master doesn't bring his daughter to the capital, his political enemies might seize on her and tarnish his reputation; there's nothing that can be done about it.
In addition, the lady also considered that having more maids would only mean one more mouth to feed, and they could also be used for marriage alliances in the future, which would strengthen the relationship between the Lin family and the family. Why not do it!
But she couldn't say these things.
"Master often dreams of Miss. These years have not been easy for you either."
The old woman was about to get emotional again, but Lin Yuesha raised her hand to stop her, saying, "Don't say those things."
Since these people have come from the capital, they will surely not give up until they achieve their goal. Her mind is in a mess right now, and she has no plan. She might as well put it off for now and discuss it with her parents.
"Please leave, I need to think about it."
As it grew late, Lin Yuesha told them to leave, explaining that her mansion was too small to accommodate so many important people.
"Miss, then this old servant will take his leave now."
The group stayed at the best inn in the prefectural city. If Lin Yuesha needed anything, she could simply send someone to deliver a message.
After seeing the people off, Lin Yuesha finally breathed a sigh of relief, but then she saw Madam Chen staring at the departing carriage with a worried look in her eyes.
"mother……"
Lin Yuesha called out, and it took Chen Shi a long time to come back to her senses.
"Little girl, your father..."
Chen wanted to complain a bit. For the past ten years or so, she had been alone in the village, enduring endless gossip. She thought her husband was dead, but now she learned that Lin Shusheng had already made a name for himself.
Even just sending someone to deliver a message to let her know would be helpful!
However, that man never did. He had forgotten about his wife and child in Chenjia Village. He abandoned the mother and daughter, never caring about them, and married another woman and had children in the capital. I wonder if he has thought about them at all in the past ten years.
If none of these things apply, why does she have to appear at this time? The daughter is hers, and no one can take her away!
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