Chapter 188 Qing Ning, I'm Happy
Lu Jingyu: "I want to wait for you to tell me."
He thought he would have to wait a long time.
Looking at the tenderness in the other's eyes, Gu Qingning leaned on his chest.
"After experiencing the tragic death of my family when I was a child, I became less trusting of others. Apart from Grandma Liao who has taken care of me since I was a child, and Banxia, whom I saved, I would not open up to anyone most of the time."
A hint of joy flashed in Lu Jingyu's eyes.
That’s great, there’s no Bai Lansheng.
The corners of his mouth curled up slightly, and his tone was full of pity.
"You had a difficult life since childhood, and later lived in Guangping Marquis's Mansion. It's right for you to be cautious. If you trust people easily, you will tell others about your own affairs. Perhaps Concubine Su and the Ninth Prince will have wiped out the roots long ago."
Gu Qingning raised her head, "But if you ask me, I will tell you."
Looking at her misty eyes, beautiful and gentle, Lu Jingyu leaned over and kissed her eyes again.
"I don't want to force you. When you are willing to tell me, then you will treat me as a family member."
Then he added, "Lime, I'm very happy."
I'm glad that you are willing to tell me your secret.
I'm also glad that you praised me in front of everyone today.
I'm even happier that you treat me as a family member.
The two hugged each other quietly, and the carriage was full of warmth and affection.
Gu Qingning's hands were resting on her bulging belly, with the corners of her mouth slightly raised.
very nice.
Perhaps, she really has a new family member.
After the two returned to the Duke's Mansion, Lu Jingyu had some official business to deal with in the study. Gu Qingning had been watching the competition for a long time and was very sleepy, so she went to the backyard to take a nap.
Chen Fenfang came forward and said, "Someone has come from the Guangping Marquis's Mansion. He went to Cuiwei Pavilion and left a while ago."
Gu Qingning: "What did you find out?"
Chen Fenfang: "That Miss Yanran is having a hard time getting married now. She doesn't like those with lower family backgrounds. But those with better family backgrounds don't like her either. The Lady of Guangping Marquis is here, probably to ask the Second Young Master's wife to help find a solution."
"But I think they want to ask you for something but are too embarrassed to do so. They have some self-awareness."
Although Chen Ruoying is pregnant now, she has little influence in the Duke's Mansion.
But Gu Qingning not only took charge of the household affairs in the backyard of the mansion, she was also Lu Jingyu's wife, and was about to give birth to the first child of the eldest son.
She was not only granted an imperial decree, but also a princess personally conferred by the emperor.
Naturally, her status is much more noble than Shen Ruoying's.
Their guess was correct.
At this time in Cuiwei Pavilion, Shen Ruoying leaned on the chaise longue, holding her forehead with one hand and frowning.
Aunt Li asked tentatively, "Miss, do you not want to agree to the Marquis's request?"
Shen Ruoying sneered, "They had clearly given up on me before, but now they think of me again for Yanran's marriage. In their hearts, Yanran is still more important."
Aunt Li: "Miss, no, you are the eldest daughter of the Marquis's Mansion, so you are definitely the most important."
Shen Ruoying thought about how she was able to get engaged to the young master Lu Jingyu, but was envied by all the noble ladies in the capital.
But now...
She secretly hated Gu Qingning again.
If it weren't for Gu Qingning, she wouldn't be where she is today.
Aunt Li said earnestly, "Miss, because Miss Yanran has not married yet, the Marquis's Mansion values her more. But she has a very impatient temper. Even if she gets married, she will definitely not live as well as you in the future."
"You don't have to be afraid of Miss Yanran at all. Instead, you can take this opportunity to repair your relationship with the Marquis' Mansion."
"Once you give birth to a legitimate son and restore your relationship with the Marquis's Mansion, things will gradually get better."
Shen Ruoying took Aunt Li's words to heart.
Although she was hurt by her family, Aunt Li was right.
The Guangping Marquisate is still useful to her.
A woman who loses the support of her natal family will also have a hard time in her husband's family.
Shen Ruoying frowned again, "But what if my father-in-law refuses then?"
Aunt Li: "How can I refuse? Although Ouyang Rui is the Supreme Court Justice, he comes from a poor family, has no parents, and is helpless. The daughter of the Marquis's mansion is more than qualified to marry him."
"Not to mention, he also participated in the Southern Border Princess's competition today, but was eliminated, which was also a loss of face."
In fact, it was Shen Yanran who also went to watch the fun and fell in love with Ouyang Rui at first sight.
She had always hated getting married, and now that she fell in love with someone, she insisted on marrying him.
The wife of Marquis Guangping then came to the Duke's Mansion to see her eldest daughter and told her about this matter.
Duke Qin was Ouyang Rui's teacher and also his former superior, and he was very kind to him.
As long as Duke Qin helps to speak up, the marriage will be done.
Shen Ruoying pondered it for a while and finally nodded.
"Then I will give up my dignity and go ask my father-in-law for help."
Logically speaking, Shen Ruoying should talk to her mother-in-law Feng first about this matter.
But she and Feng are tired of each other now and don't want to have a conflict for the time being.
So Shen Ruoying entrusted this matter to Lu Hangzhi.
"I should have told my mother about this first, but because of Sister Yuan's matter, I made my mother angry. Now I don't know if she has calmed down, and I don't want to delay Yanran's good marriage."
"So, can you help me find out what my father has to say?"
"This is actually a good thing for both of our families. It will strengthen our relationship."
"Hangzhi, just help me, okay?"
During this period of time, Lu Hangzhi had been secretly having sex with Feng Yuaner.
I couldn't control myself, but I felt guilty towards Shen Ruoying.
Now that he saw her begging him like this, how could he refuse?
He agreed immediately, "This is a good thing, but Ouyang Rui's family background is not good, and it is also unfair to your sister."
Shen Ruoying: "Although I feel a little aggrieved, fortunately Ouyang Rui is young and promising, his father-in-law has always praised him, and he is valued by His Majesty, so his future is limitless."
Lu Hangzhi's expression changed slightly.
He felt that he was being outdone.
But seeing the expectation in Shen Ruoying's eyes, it was hard to refuse since she had already agreed.
He had no choice but to say, "I'm just trying to find out what my father has to say. If he agrees, you women will have to discuss the details."
Shen Ruoying smiled and nodded, "Of course."
Lu Hangzhi quickly went to find his father, Duke Qin, and told him about this matter.
Duke Qin also thought that this marriage was a good one, but he had to ask Ouyang Rui for his opinion.
At that time, Lu Jingyu was standing nearby and overheard what was happening.
He told this matter when he returned to Songtao Pavilion for dinner.
Gu Qingning was a little speechless.
"They still think that Ouyang Rui is marrying above his station? You have to know that Ouyang Rui is now the Minister of the Dali Temple and an important official in the court. He has a bright future. Marrying a legitimate daughter of a Duke's mansion is not considered marrying above his station."
Lu Jingyu: "Although my father agrees with this marriage, he still said that he would ask Ouyang Rui's opinion. He will invite him to our house tomorrow to discuss this matter."
Gu Qingning: "He asked to marry Nalan before, maybe he likes someone like Nalan?"
Lu Jingyu shook his head, "It was His Majesty's order."
Gu Qingning: "I see. But fate is a matter of fate, maybe he really likes someone like Shen Yanran."
This matter had nothing to do with her and she had no intention of interfering.
But the next day, Princess Jiamin came to visit, bringing a lot of fresh fruits and vegetables.
"I know you need to take care of yourself now. This was sent from our farm. They specially cultivated it this year. It is very sweet, so I thought of sending some to you."
Seeing Princess Jiamin smiling so brightly, Gu Qingning asked Banxia to take people to carry all the fruits and vegetables down and clean them up.
She smiled and said, "Do you have anything to ask of me?"
A hint of embarrassment flashed across Princess Jiamin's face.
She said awkwardly, "No, I found something delicious and I want to share it with my good sister. What's wrong with that?"
Gu Qingning turned around and asked Xiang'er beside her, "Is your master's acting skills always so bad?"
Xiang'er nodded silently.
Princess Jiamin: "..."
Now that she's been found out, she's just going to throw the jar into the ground.
"Okay, okay, let me tell you the truth. I came here to ask you about Ouyang Rui."
Gu Qingning was stunned.
"Why is it Ouyang Rui again?"
Princess Jiamin narrowed her eyes immediately and asked cautiously, "Has anyone else asked you about Ouyang Rui?"
Gu Qingning: "Chen Yanran from Guangping Marquis's Mansion has taken a fancy to Ouyang Rui. Today, my father-in-law invited Ouyang Rui to the mansion to ask him what he thinks."
Princess Jiamin: “!!!!”
She was a little shy at first.
But now that he saw that he had a competitor, he immediately threw all his pride out the window!
"She actually also likes Ouyang Rui. Will Ouyang Rui like her?"
Gu Qingning shook her head honestly, "I don't know about that. After all, I don't know what kind of woman Lord Ouyang likes."
Princess Jiamin: "Has he arrived yet?"
Gu Qingning: "Not yet, but should be here soon."
Princess Jiamin stood up and said, "Qing Ning, please sit down first. I'll be back soon!"
Before she finished her words, the man had already run out.
Xiang'er bowed to Gu Qingning helplessly and hurried to chase her master.
Gu Qingning was worried and told Banxia, "Go and take a look."
"yes."
Princess Jiamin ran to the gate of the Duke's Mansion and asked the gatekeeper, "Has Lord Ouyang Rui arrived?"
Her tone was a little fierce.
The doorman looked innocent and said cautiously: "My Lord, I haven't seen Lord Ouyang yet."
Princess Jiamin breathed a sigh of relief.
Fortunately, fortunately, there is still time.
Xiang'er had already caught up here, and she was somewhat speechless as she helped her princess to straighten the red hairpin in her bun.
"My Lord, you have lost your composure."
Director Jiamin County let her do her makeup and said indifferently:
"It's nothing to lose composure. Who dares to laugh at me? But if I lose the man I've finally fallen in love with, I'll cry."
Xiang Er saw someone walking over and said quickly, "Princess, please stop talking."
Princess Jiamin: "What do you mean by stop talking? You are really getting bolder and bolder, do you dare to control me?"
"Also, didn't you say that this princess has not married for too long and has a bad temper, so she should find someone to marry as soon as possible?"
"If I don't take the initiative, what will happen if Ouyang Rui gets robbed by someone else?"
The man had already walked behind Princess Jiamin.
Xiang Er had no choice but to bow and say to Princess Jia Min behind her: "This servant greets Lord Ouyang."
Princess Jiamin: "..."
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