Chapter 220, Take It for granted
"This time when I entered the mansion, I also found that Madam Li's demeanor has changed." Lin Wangshi frowned when she thought of Madam Li whom she had seen in the main courtyard of Yan Mansion before.
In the past, the son-in-law's heart was on his daughter's side. Although Madam Li was the wife of the main house, she had no confidence in front of her daughter. But this time, not to mention the luxurious demeanor around her, there was also a hint of confidence and majesty between her eyebrows, which made her vaguely afraid to look directly at him.
Lin Xu also took over and said: "The rules of the Yan family are becoming more and more strict."
In the past, not to mention the female relatives, even if their husbands wanted to see their sisters, they didn’t need to inform them. But now, if they want to come in, they have to hand in a note first, and the note has to wait for Mrs. Li’s approval before they can come in.
Not only does it become troublesome, but you also have to endure a lot of humiliation in the process.
Aunt Lin sighed: "The master's official position is getting higher and higher, so he naturally attaches more and more importance to rules. And Madam..." Aunt Lin smiled bitterly.
"Ever since the master was promoted to prefect, the ladies have been entertaining both at home and out socializing with women from high-ranking officials. Even if she reeks of money, she will be charmed by the fragrance."
"As for me, even though I'm full of talent, I can only be locked up in this yard and can't even take a single step out!"
Upon hearing this, Mrs. Lin Wang and Mrs. Lin Xu fell silent.
They could not help at all with what Aunt Lin said.
Aunt Lin continued, "Furthermore, the eldest and fourth masters are becoming more and more successful, and the eldest daughter is also very capable. Madam must be very confident."
This time, Mrs. Lin Wang took over the conversation: "Wenbin and Yishuang are also good children. Your brother said that Wenbin's talent for studying is no worse than that of Master Yan."
Aunt Lin smiled bitterly again: "So what? Even if Wenbin is good at studying, the people he has met and the world he has seen cannot be compared with the master in Wangyue Academy."
"If a person wants to have a good future, it is far from enough to just be able to study."
"Take the master for example. When he was the county magistrate, he was so beloved by the people. But because he had no support in the officialdom, he sat in the position for nine years."
Lin Wangshi said with dissatisfaction and a sullen face, "How can the eldest daughter of the Yan family be so cruel? Wenbin is her brother after all. She would rather help her cousin from the third house than her own brother."
Aunt Lin sneered: "The eldest lady is very cruel! I know she did it on purpose. She is taking revenge for the last time her brother tricked her into getting slapped by the master."
Lin Wang snorted, "It's better for a girl to be gentle and quiet. The eldest daughter of the Yan family has such a bad temper. She will definitely suffer in the future."
Seeing that her mother-in-law never got to the point of their visit, Mrs. Lin Xu had no choice but to reach out and pull her sleeve to remind her.
Lin Wangshi was pulled by her daughter-in-law, and when she saw her daughter-in-law looking at her, her face became hesitant and embarrassed.
On the side, Aunt Lin saw the two people's actions and frowned: "Mother, sister-in-law, what are you doing?"
Lin Xu's face froze: "Mother has something to tell you."
Aunt Lin looked at Lin Wangshi and said, "Mother, if you have anything to say, just say it."
Lin Wang glared at her daughter-in-law, hesitated for a moment, and looked at her granddaughter who was only a few days old: "What are you going to do with this child?"
Aunt Lin was stunned, and for a moment she didn't quite understand what her mother meant.
What to do?
Naturally, she has to raise the child she gave birth to. What else can she do?
Mrs. Lin Wang was a little afraid to look her daughter in the eye, and said stubbornly, "Your brother has discussed this with us at home. Given the current situation of the Yan family, it would be best if you send the child to the old lady's house to be raised."
Hearing this, Aunt Lin was initially filled with disbelief and wanted to retort immediately, but then she changed her mind and thought about how the master was treating the lady better and better and her position was in jeopardy, so she swallowed her words back.
Seeing that their daughter did not strongly object, Mrs. Lin Wang and Mrs. Lin Xu both breathed a sigh of relief.
Lin Wangshi explained, "Your brother is doing this for your own good. Think about it carefully. If you bring the child to the old lady's yard, even for the sake of the child, the old lady will be a little kinder to you."
"With her backing you up, even if Madam Li becomes increasingly proud, she won't dare to do anything to you!"
"Furthermore, if you send your child to the old lady's courtyard to show your filial piety, your son-in-law will also feel a little grateful and guilty towards you. In this case, are you still afraid of losing favor in the backyard?"
"Finally, raising the child with the old lady is also a respectable decision for you and the best arrangement for the child. The old lady is the most distinguished person in the Yan family. She must have the best food, clothing, and daily necessities. The child will enjoy a happy life with her."
Aunt Lin remained silent.
Lin Wang sighed, stood up and patted Aunt Lin's hand: "Think about it carefully, we will come to see you next time."
After the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law left, Aunt Lin lay on the bed with a blank look. After a long while, she turned her head to look at her daughter in the cradle next to her, and then called Xiyun over.
Xiyun: "Auntie, do you have any instructions?"
Aunt Lin stared at her swaddled daughter and finally closed her eyes. "Go to the Chuihua Gate and block the master. Tell him to come over tonight and tell him I have something to talk to him about."
"What did you say?"
Daohua looked at Wang Man'er in surprise, who had a mysterious expression on her face. "Auntie Lin wants to send her newborn daughter to Grandmother's yard?"
Wang Maner saw that her daughter's face was full of amusement and she didn't show any sign of anxiety. She could only stamp her feet and say, "Oh, my daughter, don't just watch the fun. If the fifth girl is really sent to the old lady's yard, what will you do?"
"Puff~"
Daohua couldn't help but burst out laughing, and said in a very speechless smile: "What should I do? Do you think a baby can replace my place in my grandmother's heart?"
Wang Man'er paused. She also felt that it was unlikely: "But, at least it will disperse some of the old lady's love."
Daohua picked up the embroidery frame and continued to embroider the panda. She looked very calm and said sarcastically, "I thought that after coming to Xingzhou, Aunt Lin would be more self-aware, but I didn't expect that she hasn't improved at all!"
As he said this, he sneered.
"She wants to send the child to her grandmother's yard, so she has to take him in? She's still as arrogant as ever!"
Wang Maner watched her daughter threading the needle slowly and steadily, and her anxious heart gradually calmed down.
Yes, I was just too anxious just now. It’s not certain whether the old lady is willing to take over the fifth girl.
Main courtyard.
Mrs. Li also received the news. A scornful smile flashed across her face, and then she continued to count the New Year gifts sent by each family.
Ping Xiao was a little anxious and had to remind her, "Madam, the master has already gone to Songheyuan. Don't you want to go over and take a look?"
Madam Li smiled faintly: "The old lady is the most sensible. Aunt Lin is just taking things for granted. Don't pay attention to it."
(End of this chapter)
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