Chapter 680 682. Yin Family's Second Daughter
The head nanny at the side poured another pot of hot tea for Empress Zhou, "Your Majesty, now that the imperial decree has been issued, we must do this well."
As an old person who grew up in the Zhou Mansion, Aunt Xu naturally hopes for the best for the family.
There is no point in complaining about a marriage that has already been decided. It is better to think about how to make it a success so that outsiders have nothing to say.
"I know this, but I've been struggling with this betrothal gift for many times. If it's too thick, it won't work. If it's too thin, it won't work either. It really puts me in a difficult position."
Queen Zhou now regrets listening to her brother. Why did she go to the small families to look for someone? Even the noble ladies in the rich families have people who don't have real power.
"Madam Xu, my brother chose this person himself, why didn't he learn about the other party's family background first?
You said that after being a prefect for so many years, do you really not have any assets?
Didn't they say that if you become a clean official in three years, you will get 100,000 silver coins?"
The more Queen Zhou thought about it, the angrier she became. She didn't care whether what she said was appropriate or not and blurted it out.
"My dear queen, please don't say such nonsense." Nanny Xu was now somewhat relieved. The queen didn't like too many people around her, and now there were only the two of them in the inner room.
"No matter what, the imperial decree for the marriage has been issued, and Prefect Yin is the Marquis's in-law, so we can only rely on him.
Besides, the Marquis chose this person because he was honest. Although he was talented, he was neither good nor bad due to his temper. He would not achieve much, but he would not cause much trouble in the future either.
Although I did not go out, I was in charge of all the previous investigations. This Governor Yin is truly a rare good official.
Although he is a little poor, for the Marquis, such a person will not be a hindrance in the future, nor can he be easily bribed by anyone, which would be disadvantageous to the Marquis.
Just based on this, it is already good enough. What if we are a little poorer? At most we can subsidize it privately."
"Alas, I know this truth, otherwise I wouldn't have given her so many rewards. But given her family background and the fact that she is the second daughter, I'm afraid she is not qualified to be the mistress of the Zhou family."
Two matrons have been sent over to teach, but the wedding is approaching and there is only so much they can teach. Don’t let anything go astray.
"Your Majesty, the Marquis is also thinking about our prince," Nanny Xu knew that she could say anything to change the queen's attitude, "and if the Marquis makes this decision, he will definitely make arrangements.
You see, the betrothal gift list is almost the same, why don’t we send it back to the Marquis’ Mansion and let the Marquis make his own decision.”
Empress Zhou rubbed her forehead and said, "I know what you mean, Madam Xu. My brother has already sacrificed so much for me. It is really inappropriate for me to interfere in the affairs of the palace.
It's just that I feel a little bit disappointed. Anyway, you can have someone send this list out later, and pick some from the private storehouse. When the time comes, I will give them to the Yin Mansion together."
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The happy event of the Cheng'en Marquis's Mansion did not cause much stir in the court. No one expected that with the wealth of the Cheng'en Marquis's Mansion, they would only marry the second daughter of a fourth-rank prefect.
However, people in Wu'an Marquis' Mansion were arguing about this matter.
Kuang Yunqiao had been sulking in the mansion for several days, and she hadn't even been to Wu'an Marquis Bai Yuguang's place for several days.
"Madam, the prince has returned home." The report from her trusted maid reminded her that there was a powerful enemy waiting in the mansion.
"Where is he now?"
"We have arrived at the Marquis's courtyard." The neck replied in a low voice.
"You useless people, why are you reporting this only now?"
Kuang Yunqiao cursed and stood up to walk out, "It's just right that he came back. Since the old marquis is not in charge, then he, the prince, should be the head of the family."
The money in the house was kept by the old lady, who gave only a small amount for household expenses every month, not a penny more.
She has to rely on her own private money to win over all the people under her. It is really too cowardly for a mistress to be like this.
As soon as Bai Jinglie arrived at the old man's yard, he saw that Bai Yugang looked much older than last time.
Apart from a close confidant, there was no one else to serve him.
"Dad, my son is back." Bai Jinglie said, and then he chose a seat and sat down.
His behavior made Bai Yugang clench his fists.
Even if Bai Jinglie saw it, he would ignore it. He is no longer the boy who struggles to survive in the mansion. On the contrary, the Wu'an Marquis Mansion still depends on him.
“It seems that the people below didn’t serve me well enough, and Dad has aged a lot.
It seems that these people should be punished. Since they can't serve well, we should replace them. We still have some money in our mansion."
"Evil son, as soon as you come back you take charge and give orders. What have you done for this family over the years? It's good enough that you don't bring trouble to me." Bai Yugang said gritting his teeth.
"If you think so, then why does Dad always urge me to come back?
Not long after I left the house, people were sent to chase me.
Now that I'm back, please tell me what you want to say. I have to go to the palace to report."
Bai Yugang took a look at the sky outside and shouted angrily, "Do you really think that I am old and blind and can't tell what time it is? The palace has already been locked, and you think you can get in with your ability.
I asked you to come back for something important. Now that you have grown stronger, I can't control you anymore.
But don't forget, as long as you are the prince of Wu'an Marquis, you have to shoulder the burden of this entire mansion.
If you hadn't insisted on marrying the daughter of the Southwest General, the last bit of military power in our mansion would not have been taken back.
You are the one who caused the current situation in the mansion. Do you think that after taking over the mansion, you will only have an empty title?"
Bai Jinglie laughed sarcastically, "Don't put all the blame on me. Why did His Majesty take back the military power? Don't you have any idea about it?
Even if I hadn't married Deng, do you think you could have kept your military power?"
At this point, his eyes swept over his paralyzed limbs, "Even if I give you military power, what does it matter? Can you fight the enemy in this state?"
"you……"
"As for me, I dare not hold those things in my hands. But I think even if you still have military power, you probably won't hand it over to me, so why should I bother to maintain it?"
"you……"
Bai Jinglie chuckled and said, "Just tell me straight now, why did you call me back?
I've seen you speechless for half a day, so I'll wait until you're better before coming to see you."
Having said that, he stood up, dusted himself off, turned around and prepared to leave.
"Stop right there," Bai Yugang said smoothly at this time, "If you dare to walk out, I will file a petition to deprive you of your position as the crown prince."
Bai Jinglie smiled and looked back at him, "Dad, you still don't understand. Do you think your memorial will be approved?"
"So what? As long as I show this attitude, you won't have any good luck."
Bai Jinglie tilted his head to think for a moment, then nodded slowly, "You seem to be a real threat to me."
Bai Yugang breathed a sigh of relief, it seemed that this was the right path to take.
Dear children, I have been in the sheepfold for a few days, and finally made it through. But the manuscripts in my hand have been used up, and I will continue to work hard tomorrow. (ε), strive to update continuously.
(End of this chapter)
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