Chapter 143 Becoming a Father
Before they knew it, the reputation of the two heroes of the Gu family spread throughout the capital.
The banquet arranged by the Anyang Marquis's Mansion did not have even a hint of festivity. What's more, some people said that the Anyang Marquis was too low-key.
Even the emperor praised him highly in the court, saying that Gu Junze was a rare talent and worthy of being the eldest princess's son.
After the court session, several officials who were on good terms with Marquis Anyang immediately surrounded him.
Minister Liu was all smiles. "Congratulations, my Lord! The prince is incredibly talented. True, a tiger father will have a dog son!"
"Yes, the Marquis has a good way of educating his children. It is really admirable." The Supervisor of History echoed.
Marquis Anyang agreed with a forced smile, but his heart felt as if it were burning with fire.
"Thank you all for your kindness. My son just got lucky and it's not worth mentioning."
"My Lord, you are too modest. Which family can be called a pair of heroes?"
"Yes... yes!" Several other adults also echoed.
"You have to treat us to a couple of drinks to celebrate!"
Marquis Anyang forced a smile and said, "Of course, if you all do me the honor, I'll definitely come when the time comes."
However, his heart was in turmoil and he felt very aggrieved.
Even that bastard Gu Junze could take the top spot, and he even threw a huge banquet for him...
Back at the Marquis' Mansion, Marquis Anyang was sitting alone in the study, playing with a jade pendant in his hand, his eyes revealing a hint of complicated emotions.
He thought of Gu Junze's mother, Princess Anyang, the woman whom he once loved and hated.
At first, he was just an unfavored bastard in the Earl's Mansion. He was suppressed by his stepmother and disliked by his father. He was able to turn his life around only after he got together with the eldest princess.
But the eldest princess asked him to be the father of the child in her belly.
The eldest princess is as bright as the sun and the moon, and he is of low status. Isn't it just that he likes to be a father?
But he has been wearing this green hat for so many years...
Gu Chengyan is also a disappointing person...
"My Lord, everything has been arranged for the banquet." The butler's voice came from outside the door, interrupting Marquis Anyang's thoughts.
He put down the jade pendant in his hand, took a deep breath, and said, "I understand. Let's go down."
After the butler left, Marquis Anyang stood up, walked to the window, looked at the setting sun outside the window, and thought secretly in his heart.
He knew that this banquet was unavoidable, and he had to show his pride in Gu Junze in front of everyone.
But he would never let a bastard inherit his title...
In front of the Anyang Marquis Mansion, red silk was hung high, firecrackers were set off, and the place was extremely lively.
The servants threw baskets of copper coins out of the door, attracting passers-by to scramble for them and cheers.
Aunt Li was wearing tattered clothes, was thin and covered in dirt, and she lowered her head as she picked up copper coins in the crowd.
His face was full of resentment and resentment, and he only hated those people for not being able to succeed.
The last time Chu Ruohan and Gu Junze were ambushed by those men in black, it was Aunt Li who led the way.
Those people came just for that little brat...
Aunt Li now not only hates Gu Yun, but also Chu Ruohan. If she wants to adopt someone else's child, she will adopt it. If she doesn't want to adopt the child anymore, she will abandon it like a worn-out shoe.
If Chu Ruohan hadn't been so ruthless, she wouldn't have ended up like this.
Thousands of people ride on it and tens of thousands of people sleep on it, and you will get a lot of diseases.
Those people will not let Gu Yun go. Chu Ruohan, just wait and go to hell with that brat...
The marquis's mansion was decorated with lights and there was a constant stream of guests.
Ministers from the court and noble families from the capital came to congratulate him one after another, and the threshold of Anyang Marquis’ Mansion was almost broken down.
Aunt Zhao was just a concubine, so it was naturally not her responsibility to host such an occasion.
Chu Ruohan was wearing a gorgeous brocade long dress with exquisite patterns embroidered on the hem. As she walked, the skirt swayed gently, like a blooming peony, delicate and charming.
Shuttled among the female relatives, in her two lives, this was the first time she faced such an occasion.
This kind of scene is a compulsory course for the mistress of the house.
"Madam, you look so radiant today!"
Fortunately, an old man from the Marquis' Mansion reminded her in her ear, "This is the wife of Mr. Zhang from the Censorate."
Chu Ruohan said with a smile on her face. "Mrs. Zhang, thank you for your compliment. Please take a seat here."
After sitting down, the maid immediately served tea.
"The Crown Prince is extremely talented, and His Majesty has high praise for him. With such an outstanding heir, the Anyang Marquisate will surely have an even brighter future."
Mrs. Zhang took a sip of tea, her eyes full of envy, and her words were a bit flattering.
Chu Ruohan bowed slightly, her posture dignified, with a perfect smile on her lips.
"Madam Zhang, you are too kind. The Crown Prince's achievements today are entirely due to his daily diligence and hard work. It is also a blessing for our family to be recognized by His Majesty."
Chu Ruohan's words were humble and appropriate, neither appearing overly proud nor servile.
All the ladies were arranged in a perfect manner, and everyone sat together, laughing and chatting. The atmosphere was very harmonious.
While everyone was talking, Chu Nanxin came uninvited, holding her stomach.
She deliberately wore an orange silk dress and bowed slightly, "Greetings, ladies. My husband is Gu Chengyan."
She deliberately emphasized the word "husband", with a barely perceptible hint of pride in her eyes.
The hall was silent for a moment, and everyone looked at each other, their eyes full of confusion and inquiry.
"It's the Third Madam. Looking at her belly, I guess there's good news?"
An older Mrs. Zhu was the first to break the silence, with a hint of courtesy in her tone.
Chu Nanxin raised the corners of her mouth as she gently stroked her belly, a happy smile on her face. "It's only been over a month. I should have stayed in my room to rest and take care of the baby, but my husband's high school graduation is a happy occasion. I couldn't contain my joy, so I wanted to come out and join in the fun."
However, a young girl in the crowd asked, "Isn't Mr. Gu San still married? How come he suddenly has a wife?"
These words were like a stone thrown into a calm lake. Everyone's eyes were once again focused on Chu Nanxin, with a bit more scrutiny in their eyes.
The smile on Chu Nanxin's face froze instantly. She stood there, her hands unconsciously clenching the corners of her clothes. She had deliberately created misunderstandings.
What made her even more embarrassed was that no one present showed any intention of asking her to sit down.
Chu Ruohan watched all this coldly with a faint smile on her lips.
"Ladies, please don't misunderstand me. My husband and I did not have a wedding ceremony." Chu Nanxin found a way out for herself.
"So she's just a concubine. How dare she come to such an occasion? She's really rude." Someone in the crowd said.
Chu Nanxin's face turned pale and blue in an instant, and a trace of anger and unwillingness flashed in her eyes, but was quickly replaced by helplessness.
She gritted her teeth, straightened her back, and said loudly: "Although I am not from a high family, the one in my belly is the eldest grandson of the Anyang Marquis Mansion."
However, the crowd's reaction was not what she had hoped for. Some ladies simply glanced at her indifferently and continued their conversation with their heads down.
Some ladies even showed disdain on their faces...
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