Chapter 118 I thought you left me and ran away
Madam Xiao's invitation and Xiao Qinghe's one hundred gold were delivered to the Marquis' Mansion one after another.
The doorman originally wanted to give it directly to Mrs. Mo, but people from both families were very persistent and insisted that the things be given to Chunxi in person. The doorman could not stop people outside, so he could only lead people to Wenxinyuan first and then report to Mrs. Mo.
Mrs. Mo's health had actually improved a lot, but Shen Qingyu didn't even go to the Yun clan school and went on a hunger strike at home every day. She didn't dare to get better and could only continue to claim to be sick.
When she heard that the Xiao family was giving Chunxi gold and invitations, she was extremely jealous and wanted to call Chunxi for questioning immediately, but Nanny Jia came to find Chunxi.
“Madam, the young lady went out to the Xiao family as soon as she received the invitation.”
"I've only been ill for a few days, and she already doesn't see me, the mistress of the Marquisate, anymore."
Mrs. Mo snorted coldly. Unable to find Chunxi, she could only call Shen Qingchi to ask. When she heard that Chunxi had made a big fuss in the Taifu Mansion and even made Wei Lingze kneel down and pour tea, Mrs. Mo almost couldn't breathe.
"Is this woman crazy? It's bad enough that she caused unrest at home, but she even went to the Taifu Mansion and embarrassed herself, and even offended the Wei family's eldest young master. Why didn't you stop her at the time? Don't you know that your second brother and the Wei family's eldest young master are good friends? If she makes such a fuss in the Taifu Mansion, how will the Taifu's wife view you?"
Mrs. Mo questioned sharply. Shen Qingchi clutched the handkerchief tightly and explained in a low voice, "My daughter tried to persuade her at that time, but my sister-in-law didn't listen to me at all. Besides, Madam Taifu didn't really like my daughter. Even if my sister-in-law didn't make a fuss, she wouldn't have let my daughter marry into the family."
"It's because you're stupid. After all these years, do you have any real strengths? I told you to find an opportunity to interact with those young masters, but did you listen? Your third brother is on a hunger strike just for a woman. If you had the skills of that bitch, would I be so sick?"
“…”
Shen Qingchi stopped talking and just shed tears silently.
Her mother kept calling her a bitch, but she hoped that she would learn those despicable tactics, and she didn't care about her at all.
Mrs. Mo didn't care whether Shen Qingchi was sad or not. Seeing her crying made her even angrier. She rubbed her temples and scolded, "Get out and kneel down. Don't cry in front of me!"
At the same time, the Xiao family.
Although it was Madam Xiao who sent an invitation to Chunxi, Chunxi still went to see Madam Xiao first.
Along the way, Chunxi bought a lot of local specialties and gadgets, and gave them all to Old Madam Xiao. The things were quite cheap, but Old Madam Xiao was fascinated by the local customs and interesting stories along the way that Chunxi talked about.
Especially the last jade bracelet, although it was only worth a dozen taels of silver, it was picked by Chunxi and Shen Qingyuan together. Old Madam Xiao loved it so much that she put it on her hand immediately.
"I really didn't expect Yuan'er to be willing to take you to Xuzhou. He's always been a man of public and private interests, never making exceptions for anyone. Now that he's willing to treat you like this, he must really like you."
Madam Xiao was very moved. Chunxi was not as shy as other brides. She nodded openly and said, "My husband really treats me very well. I like him very much."
Old Madam Xiao liked Chunxi's outspoken nature more and more. She smiled kindly and said, "Yuan'er was too dull. Now that you are here, life is finally a little more interesting. He has made great contributions this time, and His Majesty will also use him. No one will dare to look down on you anymore."
Chunxi grinned and smiled proudly: "It must be my father's spirit in heaven blessing me, allowing me to have the honor of marrying you."
Chunxi chatted with Old Madam Xiao for a long time. Just as he was about to get up and say goodbye to go see Madam Xiao, Madam Xiao arrived at Songheyuan first.
"I knew that when Ah Xi came to the Xiao family, the first thing he would do was to see mother. I waited and waited but he didn't show up. I guess mother and Ah Xi had a great conversation and she was reluctant to let him go, so I decided to hold the dinner at Songhe Courtyard. I hope mother won't blame me?"
Mrs. Xiao also had a smile on her face, and her way of addressing Chunxi became noticeably more intimate.
Madam Xiao could hear Madam Xiao's fondness for Chunxi and said with a smile, "I really can't bear to leave Ah Xi. It would be great if you were willing to have dinner with us."
Madam Xiao sat down next to Old Madam Xiao. She first asked if they had encountered any obstacles or dangers on their trip to Xuzhou. After Chunxi answered all her questions, she said, "Ah Xi is also a courageous person. She is able to accompany Yuan'er on such a journey. No wonder the Empress personally issued an imperial decree to praise you. This time, when you hold your wedding ceremony, I will give Ah Xi two more boxes of dowry."
Last time, Madam Xiao had already given her two boxes of good things, and this time she gave her two more. Chunxi felt a little embarrassed. She quickly said, "Sister-in-law, you are so kind. I have already received many good things from you. I can't ask for more."
She was still wearing Xiao Qingyue's agate bracelet on her hand.
"Since you call me sister-in-law, you shouldn't be polite to me," Madam Xiao said firmly. Before Chunxi could speak, she continued, "I've heard Yue'er about what happened at the Taifu Mansion yesterday. My son-in-law is indeed a rude son-in-law. These are my apologies to you on behalf of the Wei family. You can keep them with peace of mind. If you have time, ask He'er out to play more often. You have a lively personality, and she'll be happier with you."
Mrs. Xiao already knew from Quezhi that Xiao Qinghe was not happy after marriage, but the Wei and Xiao families were old friends, and this marriage had already been full of twists and turns. As the mistress of the Xiao family, she could not easily make trouble for the Wei family. Chunxi made that scene yesterday to vent her anger for Xiao Qinghe. No matter what Chunxi's motives were, Mrs. Xiao was very grateful to her.
Chunxi has no interest in Wei Lingze, and can use her status as an elder to support Xiao Qinghe. Naturally, Mrs. Xiao wants to win her over.
Madam Xiao mentioned what happened yesterday, and it was almost as if she had made her attitude clear. Chunxi no longer refused and responded, "Since sister-in-law has spoken, then I won't refuse. I will see He'er more often."
Madam Xiao felt relieved. Old Madam Xiao did not ask what had happened specifically, but changed the subject, saying, "Before I left Beijing, I promised to give you some manpower to help you take the shop back from your mother-in-law. The people are already prepared, and you can go to the first teahouse on Zhuque Street to ask for them at any time."
Madam Xiao immediately asked, "What kind of shop do you want to open? The Xiao family has many businesses under its name. If you don't understand, I can teach you."
Mrs. Xiao looked eager, and she wished she could give Chunxi a 10% share of the profits from the Xiao family shop.
Chunxi quickly stopped Madam Xiao: "I have never done business before, and I have just started to learn these things. Why do I need my sister-in-law to teach me personally? It is enough for He'er to give me some pointers occasionally."
Xiao Qinghe had inherited Madam Xiao's true teachings. This way, Chunxi would have an excuse to spend more time with Xiao Qinghe. Madam Xiao nodded immediately, "That's true. You and He'er are close in age, so you'll be more relaxed when talking about things."
During the meal, Chunxi recounted what she had seen and heard along the way. Her tone was brisk, and her descriptions were accurate and vivid, making people feel as if they were there. When she finally left, Mrs. Xiao was reluctant to let her go.
After finally leaving the Xiao family, Chunxi lifted the carriage curtain and suddenly saw Shen Qingyuan standing inside. She was startled: "Husband, why are you here?"
Shen Qingyuan stared at Chunxi with resentment: "You didn't come back, I thought you ran away and left me."
“…”???
Chunxi's nose twitched slightly, and he indeed smelled a strong smell of alcohol.
Okay, I'm drunk again.
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