Chapter 130: Reinstatement
Five days later, the old lady decided to promote Zhao Qingya to concubine. This incident shocked everyone in the mansion and caught Liu, Concubine Lin and Concubine Yao off guard.
The three of them could never have imagined that the old lady would actually take the initiative to take a concubine for the master, and that she was Mother Wen's niece. Although not stunningly beautiful, she was pretty, and more importantly, Zhao Qingya was young.
Because Aunt Lin and Aunt Yao were not particularly favored, their hatred for Zhao Qingya was not as strong as that for Aunt Liu.
She always thought that she was the master's true love. Aunt Lin and Aunt Yao in the mansion followed the master before her. Ever since she was kept away by the master, there have been other women around the master, not even a maid.
Therefore, Liu was confident and believed that Lu Youping would not like any other woman except her.
But today I heard the news that he was going to take another concubine, and I was shocked, angry and scared.
"Don't panic, Auntie. Zhao Qingya was married to the master by the old lady. The master can't disobey the old lady's orders. He must not like that bitch." Fanghua advised.
When Liu heard this, she was like a drowning person grabbing a floating log: "Yes, you are right, the master only has me in his heart, so he won't fall in love with other women. It was the old lady who forced him to do it."
The master is filial and naturally will not reject the old lady's suggestion. Then Zhao Qingya will only be left out in the backyard and become a decoration.
Liu kept comforting herself in her heart.
In the main hall, Lu Youping and the old lady sat in the main seats, with three concubines, Lu Xiang and others sitting on their left and right. Even the youngest Lu Xiao was there.
Lu Chao sat next to Qiao Jingru. He only found out about this yesterday. He wanted to ask her why she became his father's aunt, but he had no chance to see her alone until today.
At this moment, his handsome face was as black as the bottom of a pot, veins on his forehead were bulging, and there seemed to be a fire burning in his chest.
Qiao Jingru glanced at him and couldn't help feeling sad.
Zhao Qingya was wearing a rose-red dress today, with a little makeup on. Her beautiful eyes were like the ripples on a lake in April. At this moment, she slowly walked into the hall.
There was a futon in front of the old lady and Lu Youping. Zhao Qingya knelt on it, took the teacup from the maid and handed it to the old lady.
"Madam, please have some tea."
The old lady smiled brightly, took the tea and took a sip, then took out the red seal and a red sandalwood box that she had prepared long ago: "Take good care of the master in the future, don't have any dirty or vicious thoughts, and give me another grandson as soon as possible."
Zhao Qingya lowered her eyes shyly: "I will follow the old lady's instructions."
"good."
Zhao Qingya then offered tea to Lu Youping: "Master, have some tea." Her voice was melodious and sweet, her raised chin drew a graceful arc in the sunlight, her delicate eyebrows and eyes looked at Lu Youping as if she wanted to say something but couldn't, and her every frown and smile was full of indescribable charm.
Lu Youping's throat tightened because of the teasing, and he hurriedly drank tea to cover up his gaffe: "Yeah."
Gave her a big red envelope.
Then, Zhao Qingya served tea to everyone one by one.
Liu forced a stiff smile, a mouthful of tea stuck in her throat, but she didn't dare to act rashly under Lu Youping's stern gaze.
Mrs. Liu, Aunt Lin and Aunt Yao each gave a piece of jewelry.
When it was Lu Xiang and others' turn, they just had to serve tea and no gifts were needed.
Lu Chao stared at Zhao Qingya with bloodshot eyes, as if he wanted to see something from her face. He did not even reach out to take the teacup, causing everyone around him to look at him strangely.
Zhao Qingya put on a proper smile, as if she didn't see Lu Chao's affectionate look with countless words to say, and called out again: "Master, please have some tea."
Although she had no feelings for the eldest young master, she still felt guilty. But thinking that she was now the master's concubine, she had to pretend to be calm. She had finally made up her mind and could not give up.
"Husband, did you not sleep well last night?" Qiao Jingru took the cup and tried to smooth things over for him.
The old lady looked at him with concern: "Chao'er, what's wrong with you?"
Lu Chao suddenly came back to his senses and saw that everyone was looking at him. Even his father had a suspicious look in his eyes. He quickly gathered his thoughts and said, "Grandma, I read too late last night, and my head is a little dizzy now."
"If you're tired, go back and rest. There's nothing else to do anyway. Your health is important."
"Yes." Lu Chao stood up, bowed, and left.
When passing by Zhao Qingya, he couldn't help but look at her again.
Qiao Jingru held the armchair tightly with both hands, fearing that Lu Chao might do something impulsive.
After the tea, Zhao Qingya became a formal concubine of the Lu family. Her courtyard was arranged hastily, but with the old lady watching over it, the servants did not dare to be too perfunctory in the arrangement. Mother Wen also took away her private collection of so many years, and with the help of Qiao Jingru, the head of the family, the elegant courtyard that was arranged in a short time was no worse than those of the three concubines.
The old lady also sent her first-class maid, Biyu, to serve her, which finally gave her face.
The servants in the mansion are the best at judging the situation. Regardless of whether the master favors her or not, at least in the short term, Aunt Zhao will be quite popular.
Lu Youping's taking a concubine was considered a happy event, so even if it was not a grand ceremony, there would be a family dinner.
In the afternoon, Lu Yao came to congratulate with gifts. Zhao Qingya entertained Lu Yao in her own courtyard. Since Lu Xiang and Qiao Jingru wanted to praise Zhao Qingya, they also accompanied her. Aunt Lin saw that since everyone else went, it would seem too unsociable for her daughter not to go, so Lu Qiao also went.
Not long after he sat down, he heard someone coming to report that someone from the palace had come with the emperor's decree, saying that the master's dereliction of duty had been investigated and he had been cleared of the charges and had been reinstated.
During dinner in the evening, Lu Youping's face was rosy. He said frankly that Zhao Qingya was his lucky star and that he would be reinstated as soon as he took her as his concubine.
Liu was so angry that her face turned green. She glared at Zhao Qingya and wished she could cut her into pieces.
Zhao Qingya blushed: "Master, you are joking. Master is very capable and talented. If you have been wronged, the emperor will clear your name sooner or later. I am just taking advantage of this."
And she knew in her heart that the Third Miss had planned this matter long ago. The Empress had already told her in advance when the Master would be reinstated, so she took this opportunity to let her kowtow and offer tea today. With this happy event, her position in the Master's heart would become even more important.
The old lady knew it, and her aunt Mother Wen knew it too.
Mother Wen cast a grateful glance at Lu Xiang. As her niece, she naturally hoped that she would live a good life.
Lu Youping laughed loudly, holding Zhao Qingya's little hand with fondness: "Ya'er, don't be modest. It is my blessing to have you. Today is a double happiness. It really makes me happy. We are all family, so don't be polite. Eat and drink to your heart's content."
Zhao Qingya had a shy and charming look on her face, which made Liu's face turn pale and blue.
The master actually said that this bitch was his lucky star, and the look in his eyes was not one of disgust, but joy.
How is this possible!
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