Chapter 233 The First Wife
Xie Qingran's expression remained indifferent as she spoke, as if she had nothing to do with anyone in the room. However, every word she uttered was exactly what Xie Yankang wanted to hear, so even though her attitude was a bit cold, Xie Yankang didn't mind too much.
"But Father, given your current condition, I'm afraid you're not quite suited for this position."
"Among all the high-ranking officials in the court, who has such unrest in their private quarters?"
“Your mother is gone, you should remarry.”
Xie Qingran sighed helplessly, staring at Xie Yankang with wide eyes, as if she didn't care at all about Wang's death.
Xie Yankang was stunned for a moment, then a little embarrassed. He hadn't expected that at his age, his children would still be worrying about his marriage.
Upon hearing this, Aunt Lian's face darkened further, and she unconsciously tightened her grip on the child, who then burst into tears.
Now everyone's attention was drawn to Aunt Lian and the child. Xie Yankang was even more dissatisfied: "How can you not even take care of a child? Get out of here!"
"Yes, I will take the child back immediately."
Aunt Lian didn't dare to argue back, so she could only silently carry the child away, and before leaving, she didn't forget to give Xie Qingran a deep look.
Xie Qingran didn't take this glance seriously, only giving a faint smile before turning to Xie Yankang: "Our Xie family is considered a prominent family, but now that I've married into the Zhenguo Duke's mansion, and the Imperial Concubine has just left, the Emperor is bound to be somewhat wary of our Zhenguo Duke's mansion. If we were to choose a daughter from a prominent family to marry into our family at this time, I'm afraid His Majesty would be displeased. Why not let Aunt Lian become the wife? That way, my younger brother will be the legitimate heir."
Actually, Xie Qingran already had a general idea of Xie Yankang's intentions before she came, but she just brought it up casually.
Before she could finish speaking, Xie Hanyue came over happily, holding up her skirt. As soon as she entered, she grabbed Xie Yankang's arm and gently shook it, saying, "Father, why didn't you tell me that my sister was back? I thought I didn't welcome her home!"
When Xie Yankang looked at Xie Hanyue's face, which was almost identical to that of the Imperial Concubine, his heart softened. He gently pinched her nose, showing great affection: "You've been out having fun all this time. How was I supposed to know where to look for you? It's perfect that you're back. Let's all sit down and have a reunion dinner!"
Xie Qingran's gaze was fixed on Xie Hanyue.
She could see it clearly: Xie Hanyue's gaze towards Xie Yankang had changed. Before, it was indeed a daughter's admiration for her father, but now it had turned into a woman's affection for a man.
In her previous life, Xie Hanyue never married until Xie Qingran died, so Xie Qingran never knew which of these people Xie Hanyue truly loved.
But now Xie Qingran has figured it out. None of those men are what Xie Hanyue wants. What she wants is a carefree life. So now, she has her sights set on Xie Yankang, who dotes on her!
This is such a huge joke!
Although Xie Qingran saw through everything, she remained indifferent and simply said, "Yes, now that my sister is back, let's all have a meal together. By the way, Baozhu, go and find your brother too."
Xie Yankang was overjoyed to hear this. Since Wang Shi left, Xie Zhaoye had never returned home and had been mostly away from home. Moreover, he had become quite estranged from his father.
Although he now has a younger son, Xie Yankang's feelings for his younger son are not as strong as those for Xie Zhaoye.
After all, Xie Zhaoye is the child of the legal wife and is already an adult, with a promising future.
As for the smaller one, it's uncertain what it will become in the future.
Xie Zhaoye was unwilling to come back, but Baozhu kept watching over him, so he had no choice but to reluctantly come back with her.
The person didn't give me a friendly look when I entered, but thankfully it was almost time to eat, so it wasn't too awkward.
During the meal, Xie Hanyue was very attentive, pouring wine and serving food to Xie Yankang, which made Xie Qingran even more certain that the girl had ill intentions.
She simply smiled faintly and then said, "Father, I haven't finished what I was saying yet. Now we can continue. Since everyone is here today, I think we should settle this matter?"
"What's the matter?" Xie Hanyue tilted her head and looked at Xie Qingran with some curiosity: "Why do you want to meddle in your parents' family's affairs as soon as you come back?"
"I'm in charge of my own family's affairs. It has nothing to do with you, an outsider of unknown origin." Xie Qingran glanced coldly at Xie Hanyue, and then continued, "After Mother left, Aunt Lian has been managing the affairs of the mansion. She has worked hard, even if she hasn't made any great contributions. Besides, she gave birth to a big, healthy boy for our Xie family. I think the position of Madam Xie should be given to Aunt Lian as soon as possible."
What?
Everyone present was stunned by these words. Even Aunt Lian did not expect that Xie Qingran would choose her to be the wife of Xie.
"Xie Qingran, you've gone mad!"
"My mother's body is barely cold, and you..."
Xie Zhaoye stood up abruptly, pointed at Xie Qingran's nose, and started cursing!
However, Xie Qingran only responded with a cold look, but that one look instantly calmed Xie Zhaoye down.
He practically clenched his teeth as he sat down.
"Sister, I think you've really gone mad. Putting aside the fact that Mother's body is barely cold, how can a mere concubine be worthy of the position of Madam Xie?"
"You're already married, it's none of your business to meddle in your family's affairs!"
Xie Hanyue clenched her fists fiercely, staring intently at Xie Qingran.
"I, your own daughter, don't concern myself with my family's affairs. Do you expect me, your adopted daughter of unknown origin, to take care of them?"
“Father is getting old and needs someone he can take good care of him. Besides, although Aunt Lian is a concubine, she is not from a shady place. She is educated. Why can’t she be made the principal wife?”
Xie Zhaoye also noticed something was wrong at this point. Although he disagreed with the matter, he knew that Xie Qingran was not an impulsive person, so there must be a reason.
He could only clench his fists, grit his teeth, and force himself to remain silent.
"Enough, what are you two sisters arguing about?"
“Moon, your sister is right. You are too young to understand these things. I have made up my mind. We will open the ancestral hall, invite all the elders of the clan, and officially make Lady Liu my wife.”
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