Will he only have one wife?
Xie Qin spoke these words in a voice that was neither too loud nor too soft, but loud enough for everyone present to hear.
Although the second and third wives were also present, they did not make it clear.
Some things you can just listen to and not take too seriously.
They might use one set of excuses today, but a different set in a while.
After all, the one in their house is quite dishonest!
However, they had become accustomed to it, so they chose to turn a blind eye and just get by.
Anyway, they are legitimate wives, they receive money every month, and their children have grown up.
Instead of making yourself angry, you should pay more attention to your children or spend some time taking care of yourself.
After all, people would give them some leeway when they went out, since they were the ladies of the Duke's mansion and didn't have to be so subservient to others.
Instead of worrying too much, they'd be happier playing mahjong in their free time!
Life goes on, so live it happily rather than like a complaining woman.
A leopard can't change its spots, so arguing too much is pointless and making a scene will only make you lose face!
Grandma Shen didn't say anything either, because she knew that Shen Changji knew his limits and there were some things she didn't need to concern herself with, given her age.
He remained silent and did not refute Xie Qin's words.
Su Miao's eyes grew increasingly dark. She clenched her handkerchief tightly and followed in Old Madam Shen's footsteps.
Liu Jiaojiao, however, blushed and looked shyly at Chen Changji.
Because they hadn't seen each other for quite some time, Liu Jiaojiao, pretending to care about Shen Changji, asked him to take her for a walk around the Duke's mansion.
After all, marriage is inevitable sooner or later, and they should get to know each other better.
Xie Qin did not want to disturb their time together, so he said a few words and then took his leave.
Liu Jiaojiao couldn't help but look at Shen Changji's waist, "Shen Lang, did you like the sachet I gave you last time?"
"Mm." Shen Changji walked ahead and responded softly.
Although she couldn't see Chen Changji's expression, Liu Jiaojiao was overjoyed.
Especially when she looked at Chen Changji's tall and upright figure, she couldn't help but smile, her eyes sparkling with infatuation.
This wonderful man is her future husband.
Thinking about it, Liu Jiaojiao found it somewhat unbelievable.
Shen Changji didn't talk much, so it was Liu Jiaojiao who kept finding topics to talk about, and Shen Changji would respond occasionally.
When they were almost at the pavilion, Liu Jiaojiao suggested that she play a tune on the zither for Shen Changji.
"I've heard that Shen Lang loves playing the zither. I wonder if I have that chance?" Liu Jiaojiao asked softly.
This was information she had gone to great lengths to find out!
After all, Shen Changji is cold and doesn't like to reveal himself, so it will take some effort to find out this man's preferences.
Upon hearing this, Shen Changji raised an eyebrow slightly.
How could he not know that he likes the zither?
However, he did not embarrass Liu Jiaojiao, but calmly said, "Okay, I'm all ears."
Liu Jiaojiao smiled and nodded, then immediately had someone bring over the zither she had prepared.
Shen Changji sat to one side sipping tea, while Liu Jiaojiao sat in the middle of the pavilion, gently plucking the strings of her zither.
Su Miao happened to be passing by at that moment and witnessed this scene of affection between the two lovers.
Because she had been injured the night before, Grandma Shen did not keep her for long, so she let her go back to rest after she finished drinking the nourishing soup.
"He actually played the zither." Tao'er said, supporting Su Miao.
"What beautiful music! So elegant," Su Miao said lazily, raising an eyebrow.
However, such "refinement" is probably of no interest to Shen Changji.
This man said she was good at pretending, but now it seems he's not bad at pretending either!
They're the same!
Su Miao didn't linger for long before turning around and leaving.
However, the moment he turned around, Shen Changji caught a glimpse of that familiar figure.
A gentle breeze stirred Su Miao's skirt. Looking at her slender back, Shen Changji couldn't help but think of that birthmark…
If it weren't for her injury...
Liu Jiaojiao did not notice Shen Changji's expression, but was immersed in her own music.
This song, "Autumn Wind Lyrics," was a piece she had been practicing diligently for some time, hoping to express her longing for Shen Changji.
Although she didn't appear during this time, she wanted Shen Changji to know that she had always been thinking of him.
"Shen Lang, how is it?"
As Liu Jiaojiao finished speaking, she raised her face, her eyes filled with anticipation.
"good."
Hearing this praise, Liu Jiaojiao felt even sweeter inside.
"I specially bought a few robes for Shen Lang today. I don't know if Shen Lang will like them. Why don't we go and take a look together?" Liu Jiaojiao asked tentatively.
He nodded silently.
She followed Shen Changji cautiously into the study.
Shen Changji glanced at it twice and also offered a few words of praise.
Because he hadn't returned home last night and had other things to do later, Shen Changji went to change his clothes.
Knowing that Shen Changji would escort her back to the manor later, she didn't make a fuss and stayed obediently in the study drinking tea, but she was attracted by the scenery outside the window.
She put down her cup and walked over.
Just as she was about to reach out and touch the beautifully blooming flower, something half-hidden under the flowerpot caught her eye.
She gently brushed it aside with her hand and saw the thing.
The joy in Liu Jiaojiao's heart was instantly extinguished.
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