Chapter 72 My Wife is Uneducated and Loves Money
Shen Qingyuan really accompanied Chunxi to the Mu family.
"Sister, why don't you stop them?"
Xiao Qingyue frowned and looked a little anxious.
After all, it was she who invited Miss Mu San, and they usually had a good relationship. Now that Shen Qingyuan and Chunxi had come to her house to make trouble, how could she get along with others in the future?
"Uncle Shen is really something. How could he mess around with this woman? It's just a word. Why did he make such a fuss and come to her house? He didn't protect the two young aunts before him like this."
Xiao Qingyue kept mumbling, but Xiao Qinghe never responded. Xiao Qingyue's brows furrowed even more tightly. "Sister, what's wrong with you?"
"I'm fine," Xiao Qinghe shook his head, and then said, "The two young aunts before were chosen by Madam Qingyuan Hou for Uncle Shen. Now this one is the one Uncle Shen likes, so Uncle Shen naturally has to protect her well."
Xiao Qinghe's expression was a little dazed, and when he said this, his tone was filled with envy.
Xiao Qingyue's whole body trembled, and her nose felt sore.
Her elder sister actually envied Cao Chunxi. How much grievance must her elder sister have suffered during these days of marriage?
"Sister," Xiao Qingyue grabbed Xiao Qinghe's hand, her voice choked with sobs, "If you're unhappy, why don't you come home? Dad and Mom love you so much, they definitely won't..."
"Yue'er," Xiao Qinghe interrupted Xiao Qingyue, his face regaining its usual calmness, "I'm not unhappy, I was just sighing a little, don't think too much about it."
"But……"
"Well, Wei Lang and I have been childhood sweethearts. I only want to marry him in this life. Besides, my mother-in-law treats me very well, so I am very content." Xiao Qingyue wanted to say something else when a servant came to report: "Second Miss, the son-in-law is here to pick up the young lady."
Xiao Qinghe immediately smiled, and the sadness in Xiao Qingyue's heart immediately dissipated.
It would be good if Uncle Shen could pamper Cao Chunxi more, so that my brother-in-law can put his mind back on living a good life with my sister.
Wei Lingze was also wearing official uniform and came directly from the palace.
As soon as Xiao Qinghe walked out, Wei Lingze quickly stepped forward and held her hand. Xiao Qinghe did not dodge, but she felt a little uncomfortable.
Ever since she rejected Wei Lingze that night, Wei Lingze has been staying in the study these days. He is busy during the day, and although he would have dinner with her at night, he would remain silent. The atmosphere between them was very awkward.
But at this moment, Wei Lingze grabbed her hand and almost held her in his arms, as if nothing had happened.
"Doesn't Yue'er love a lively atmosphere? It's her birthday today, and why doesn't there seem to be a single guest?"
Wei Lingze asked casually, as if he really just cared about whether Xiao Qingyue was happy today, but Xiao Qinghe couldn't help but think of Chunxi.
Could it be that Wei Lang knew Chunxi would come to the banquet today, so he came to pick her up and deliberately showed his affection?
Xiao Qinghe's mind was in turmoil, but he didn't show it on his face. He said calmly, "We did invite quite a few people, but there was a small dispute during the meal, so everyone left early."
“What dispute is there? Is there anyone who dares to cause trouble in the Xiao family?”
Wei Lingze asked, his eyes full of interest, not worried that Xiao Qingyue's birthday party would be ruined.
Xiao Qinghe's heart sank, and he lowered his eyes and said, "It's just a few words between girls, it's not a big deal."
Xiao Qinghe was obviously reluctant to talk. Wei Lingze's eyes were slightly cold, but soon returned to tenderness. "A few days ago, I was busy investigating the case of the riot at Huimen that day, so I didn't have time to accompany you. Now that the court has decided on the imperial envoy, I have some free time. How about I accompany you to go boating on the lake in a few days?"
Xiao Qinghe had no interest in boating on the lake and asked doubtfully, "Such a good opportunity, Wei Lang, won't you go?"
He was so concerned about Ye Er's case before, and everyone could see how much he wanted to make a contribution and prove his ability.
Wei Lingze curled his lips and smiled warmly: "You and I just got married, I don't want to be separated from you, and didn't you say that Grandmother values Shen Qingyuan very much? Recently, many people have said that I have taken away his credit. This time I will give him this opportunity. Firstly, it can reassure Grandmother, and secondly, it can also let him show his skills and let everyone see whether he is really a talent that is not appreciated."
For some reason, Xiao Qinghe felt that Wei Lingze's last sentence was sarcastic.
It seems that Shen Qingyuan is destined to fail in his investigation of the case this time and will become a laughing stock of everyone.
Xiao Qinghe pinched his palms and couldn't help but remind him: "Wei Lang, Uncle Shen is also newly married."
As they were talking, the two of them had already boarded the carriage.
The curtains were lowered, and the car was dark. Xiao Qinghe couldn't see the expression on Wei Lingze's face clearly, but she felt that the aura around him was a little cold.
After a long while, she heard Wei Lingze say, "He's been married three times already. How can this be considered a new marriage?"
Every word was filled with sharp malice.
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Shen Qingyuan personally accompanied Chunxi to the Mu family to file a complaint. Lord Mu scolded his daughter severely, ordered her to be confined to her home for ten days, and asked someone to fetch a set of fine study treasures from the warehouse as an apology.
Lord Mu himself was reluctant to use this set of four treasures of the study, but who made Shen Qingyuan be chosen by His Majesty as the imperial envoy?
If Shen Qingyuan goes to Xuzhou and makes great achievements, who knows how many people will rush to curry favor with him when he comes back.
Lord Mu was feeling the pain in his heart when he heard Shen Qingyuan say, "My wife is not good at poetry and literature, so she can't use these things."
Lord Mu looked bewildered, and Chunxi immediately explained, "My master means that I love money. Lord Mu, can you exchange it for cash at the market price?"
Lord Mu: “…”
Who would come to ask for money just because of what a little girl said? It's so disgraceful!
But Chunxi and Shen Qingyuan were more frank than each other and did not feel ashamed at all.
Lord Mu finally asked someone to bring a silver note worth one thousand taels.
He couldn't possibly have the nerve to bargain with Shen Qingyuan here, right?
As soon as Shen Qingyuan and Chunxi left, Madam Mu started arguing with Lord Mu.
Madam Mu blamed Lord Mu for being too concerned about his reputation and suffering. Her daughter just said something wrong, so she could just scold and punish her. Why should she spend a thousand taels to apologize?
Lord Mu even blamed Madam Mu for not educating her daughter well. What's the difference between an unmarried girl talking about other people's family affairs in front of so many people and a gossipy woman raised in the market?
Mrs. Mu was no match for Lord Mu, and she had no place to vent her grievances, so she returned to her parents' home that night. After being spread by several of her sisters-in-law, the news that Shen Qingyuan escorted the new wife to the Mu family to ask for money spread throughout the streets and alleys within a day.
The ladies of the aristocratic families all thought that Chunxi was ignorant and unworthy of being in public, while some knowledgeable people thought that Shen Qingyuan had no magnanimity and was narrow-minded.
This couple really fits the pot perfectly.
This reputation is not good, but everyone has a consensus: don't provoke Madam Shen, so as not to be blackmailed.
Chunxi was unaware of the public opinion fermenting outside. All her thoughts were on Shen Qingyuan: "If His Majesty really appoints you as the Imperial Commissioner, then doesn't that mean you will go to Xuzhou right away?"
"Um."
Shen Qingyuan nodded, trying to find reluctance on Chunxi's face, but the next moment he heard Chunxi say, "This is good news. I knew you were so capable, you would definitely be appreciated and reused!"
Shen Qingyuan: "..."
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