Seeing that his grandmother was angry again, Jia Baoyu remembered her instructions to always try to please Lin Daiyu.
It must have been my fault for not doing something right. Lin Daiyu was angry, and the old lady was angry too.
He quickly bowed and said, "What Sister Lin says is true. I'll change it as soon as I get back."
Lin Daiyu's complexion improved, and she nodded, "Take good care of the old lady."
Seeing Baoyu's worthless and useless appearance, Grandmother Jia was so angry that she lay on the bed without saying a word.
It's true what they say, once you have a wife, you forget about your ancestor...
However, she could tolerate all of this. As long as they were doing well and the Jia family was doing well, she didn't mind suffering a little grievance.
Lin Daiyu didn't want to talk to Jia Baoyu much. Seeing his simple-minded appearance, she wondered if he would be able to improve himself now that his second uncle was gone.
What books can I read these days?
Baoyu's face darkened.
"Now that your uncle is gone, you should pay more attention and learn more."
Baoyu's face darkened even further.
"You're not young anymore, and you know your family situation. As for your career and finances..."
“Miss, you’d better not say anymore!” Baoyu immediately retorted upon hearing this. “What economics and official career? They are nothing but fleeting clouds to me!”
I would never stoop to the level of those decaying, withered trees. I had always thought my sister was aloof and proud, but I never expected her to utter such cold and hurtful words!
Lin Daiyu...
Shen Ajiao...
Madam Wang arrived...
What a tragedy! If he doesn't become an official, what will he do in the future?
"What nonsense are you spouting here again?"
Lady Wang secretly rolled her eyes at Lin Daiyu. How could she speak so viciously at such a young age? She thought that when her son Baoyu became prime minister, he would definitely divorce this foul-mouthed wretch!
She's only relying on her family background now. What will she say once her stepmother has a child? Humph.
"Your son said he'll become a monk in the future."
Shen Ajiao rolled her eyes at Madam Wang. What kind of person is she? She's so conspicuous. Only she and Grandmother Jia treasure her. Who else cares about her?
"Hehe, Mrs. Lin, don't listen to his nonsense. It's just a child's joke, don't take it seriously."
[Yes, yes, your little one is still small, and everyone else is an adult, so they all bully your little one.]
"I wonder how things went between Mrs. Lin and the old lady?" Madam Wang smiled kindly, took Baoyu's hand, and turned to take Lin Daiyu's hand as well.
Lin Daiyu dodged to the side, saying, "Does Second Aunt have anything else to say? If not, Yu'er needs to go back and do her homework."
"Good child, there's no rush. You and Baoyu..."
"What happens to Baoyu is his business, it has nothing to do with our Yu'er. If Madam Jia has nothing else to say, we'll take our leave." Shen Ajiao pulled Lin Daiyu aside, rolled her eyes at Madam Wang, and thought, "How annoying, where does this person get her confidence?"
What exactly makes her family's bags so eye-catching?
Why would you think Lin Daiyu could marry a flashy guy just because he's been gilded and inlaid with silver?
It's not like they're throwing a tantrum, taking a piss, or looking in the mirror. They're all pig-headed and big-eared; they're giving them too much face.
"I'm afraid there's no one in this family who is good enough for our Yu'er. Madam Jia, you should take a look in the mirror and have some self-awareness."
Upon hearing this, Madam Wang's face turned pale and then red, and she couldn't utter a single "you" for a long time. "What's wrong with my Baoyu?"
"If Mrs. Lin doesn't like it, she can simply refuse. Why speak so rudely?"
Shen Ajiao opened her big eyes wide. She rejected her, and Lin Baobao also rejected her. It's because you lack discernment and are indulging in wishful thinking, immersing yourselves in the magical world where eye-catching bags are excellent.
"Mrs. Lin has made up her mind. Baoyu's elder sister, Yuanchun, has just been made a concubine!"
"Oh, congratulations, madam."
[Keep blocking them, it'll only make your business die faster!]
"Congratulations, Aunt! I wish the young lady continued success and a peaceful and stable life."
Upon hearing Shen Ajiao's words, Lin Daiyu wished she could immediately sever ties with them and never associate with them again.
Madam Wang beamed, "So, are you sure you don't want to reconsider?"
Of course, do you think you're a phoenix from the heavens? That everyone will rush to fawn over you?
Shen Ajiao and Lin Daiyu nodded at the same time, “Aunt, the eldest daughter is the eldest daughter, and Baoyu is Baoyu. Even if Baoyu becomes successful in the future and becomes an official, and Aunt benefits from it, I will be happy for the eldest daughter and cousin. But as for the important matter of marriage, I am sorry that Yu’er cannot agree.”
"Aunt, farewell."
After saying this, no matter how angry Lady Wang was, she didn't turn her head back. Grandmother Jia was overjoyed to hear this news, which immediately eased her displeasure at Daiyu's rebellion.
Is this really true?
"It's true! It's a message just sent by the Imperial Household Agency's Yuan Chun. There's no mistake!"
"Amitabha, Amitabha, Baoyu is blessed, blessed."
Grandmother Jia was suddenly filled with energy. If Yu'er didn't agree, it would be her loss, but it would also be their family's good fortune. She took Bao Yu's hand and told Lady Wang that she had recently been looking at girls from various families. Since Yuan Chun was favored, why not go and propose marriage and settle the matter?
Lady Wang refused, saying that they should meet first and there was no rush, adding, "Yuan Chun's good fortune is yet to come."
Grandmother Jia immediately understood. Who could argue with that? If that were the case, Baoyu's future wife would only become even more illustrious.
How could the Jia family not flourish under her leadership!
When Wang Xifeng heard that Grandmother Jia had summoned Shen Ajiao and Lin Daiyu to the mansion, she was inwardly puzzled, regardless of the reason. However, she had some unfinished business to attend to. When she finally arrived, she heard Shen Ajiao say, "Go ahead and seal it off; it will only hasten your family's demise."
She was terrified when she heard this. Looking at Madam Wang's attitude, Wang Xifeng wished she could go up and shut her up. She was about to die and she was still acting all high and mighty.
No, she can't just sit here and wait to die. If it's confirmed that the child in her belly is a boy, then no one can be spared!
Shaking the handkerchief in her hand, Wang Xifeng quickened her pace, asking, "Where are you going, Second Master?"
"Second Master? I don't know either."
Hearing Ping'er's reply, Wang Xifeng smiled and said, "Ping'er, you know me."
After saying that, he laughed loudly and left.
...
Back home, Shen Ajiao grew angrier and angrier. She pulled Lin Daiyu aside to discuss the matter, but Lin Daiyu remained calm and said, "Madam, there's no need to worry about these things. Father will not agree to it."
[Lin Ruhai? Is he still alive?]
Lin Daiyu?
No, you still remember that, Madam?
"Has Madam forgotten the wooden box we received a few days ago?"
Shen Ajiao was a little embarrassed. She had been spending a lot of money lately and hadn't noticed the wooden box. So it was sent by Lin Ruhai.
Lin Daiyu looked at her hesitant wife and felt a little embarrassed. "Father will be coming to the capital before the New Year, so please don't worry, Madam."
"Huh?" Shen Ajiao was completely bewildered. Lin Ruhai was coming?
What is he here for?
"Of course, it's to take office!"
Lin Daiyu shook her head and left. She wouldn't stay with the madam; she'd become stupid.
Then came the familiar screeching of a groundhog from behind. When will my wife get rid of this habit?
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