Chapter 416: Wife, Nephew, and Second Sister-in-law
A few days later, people from Li Yuan's parents' side came, along with Li Yuan's second sister-in-law and nephew Li Rui.
When someone from her mother's family came, Li Yuan naturally welcomed them in with joy.
Mrs. Li Er looked at her sister-in-law and was very happy.
"Since I received the letter you sent me, I've wanted to bring Rui'er here. Your second brother said that the family should scrape together some money. If we get along well with that girl this time, we can get her married first. Our Li family is a big family after all, so we can't treat her badly."
"First prepare the betrothal gifts, and later think about buying a house in Kyoto."
"I'll have to trouble you, sister, for this matter."
Everyone knows that Li Yuan's husband is a royal merchant with a fortune that rivals that of a country.
Li Yuan has done a lot to help her natal family over the years. Her contribution to her natal family is voluntary and there is nothing wrong with it. However, when she heard her second sister-in-law asking for money, Li Yuan felt unhappy.
But I thought that my second sister-in-law was my family and Rui'er was my nephew.
"Second sister-in-law, this matter is still unknown. I just want to ask Rui'er to come over and take a look. If the child likes Rui'er, we can discuss the rest later."
Mrs. Li Er said, "Sister, please come forward and talk about this matter. I think it will be successful."
Judging from what Li Ersao meant, she came here this time to make sure this marriage happens.
For some reason, Li Yuan actually became a little worried.
Before Li Ersao came, she thought that it might be possible for Ruoruo to like Ruier, but now, she felt that even if Ruoruo really liked Ruier, with Ruier as her mother, the marriage might not be possible.
Li Yuan didn't dare to make any guarantees.
Settle down my second sister-in-law and nephew from my mother's family.
Li Yuan specially called Qiqi over and asked her to go to the kitchen and give instructions to prepare more meals and make them richer.
Qiqi nodded, hesitated but didn't leave.
"Qiqi, is there something wrong?" Li Yuan asked.
Qiqi said softly, "Mom, my second aunt has been asking me how much property our family has and how many courtyards we have. She also said that my third cousin doesn't have a place to live in Kyoto. If we have any extra accommodation, we can lend it to him first."
"I told her I had a house in East Lane, and my second aunt asked a lot of questions."
The yard in East Lane was bought for her by her father as a birthday present when she was thirteen years old.
She had never been there, but the yard was indeed hers.
It's her private property.
"It's my fault for not thinking too much."
Qiqi didn't know what to say now, but she had indeed clearly rejected her second aunt just now, and she just wanted to tell her mother now.
Li Yuan said, "If you don't want to do this, you have to refuse."
"My second aunt seemed angry. She said my father was so rich, but I was still so stingy."
When talking about this, Qiqi felt a little depressed. Whether her father was rich or not was her father's business, and it had nothing to do with her. If her father gave her money, she would take it. If he didn't give her money, would she have to rob her father of his money?
"Don't worry about her."
How come her second sister-in-law has become so snobbish now?
She has helped her parents' family a lot over the years, whether it is money or things, she has given a lot during the holidays every year.
I have many brothers on my mother's side, but few of them are successful.
Li Yuan now thinks that if her brother from her natal family really cannot help, she doesn't want to interfere in the future.
As for Li Rui, Li Yuan asked him some questions privately.
This child has a good temper and a nice personality, but...
"My mother said that she has more experience than I do in the matter of marrying a wife."
"My mother said, marry someone who is obedient and docile."
"My mother said that after we got married, she would bring her and my father to live with us."
Li Yuan got a headache just listening to Li Rui calling his mother all the time.
How come she didn’t know before that her nephew Rui’er was a mama’s boy?
"Rui'er, how old are you this year?" Li Yuan asked.
Li Rui said, "I'm twenty years old, so my mother is a little anxious. She wants to find a marriage for me and settle it quickly."
Twenty, that’s a bit old.
Ruoruo is only twelve years old, which means if you count her actual age, she is only fourteen.
"Rui'er, I told you before that she is Qiqi's aunt's daughter. The girl is a little younger. If she likes her, then our Li family is marrying up. If not, don't think too much about it. Go back and pack your things and go back to Jiangcheng with your mother. Study hard and finish the imperial examination first."
"Don't worry, Auntie will naturally support your studies. If you have a promising future, Auntie will also benefit from it with you."
Li Rui didn't dare to offend this aunt.
My father favored my aunt and always complained about her. He disliked his mother and him going to her to do things, which made her feel embarrassed.
But my mother said that since my aunt's family was so wealthy, it was only right that I could help them a little.
After hearing what his aunt said, Li Rui felt that his aunt was still willing to help him.
I also feel more confident.
Then he said, "Aunt, from what you said, that girl has very high requirements. Isn't she the adopted daughter of the Marquis' wife?"
Li Yuan didn't ask what Li Rui meant by this.
She was afraid that if she asked too many questions, she would not be able to help but slap him a few times.
This nephew was fine the last time we met, but why has his personality changed like this this time when he came with his mother?
"Rui'er, remember this. Don't think you can look down on that girl just because she's the Marquis's adopted daughter. Otherwise, if you offend the Marquis's mansion in the future, don't come looking for me."
When Li Rui saw his aunt become so serious, his heart skipped a beat.
Fortunately, he did not listen to his mother and looked down on the girl because she was the adopted daughter of the marquis. He had to tell his mother not to say anything that looked down on the marquis's adopted daughter in public or in front of his aunt.
Li Rui was sent away.
Li Yuan had a terrible headache.
But she couldn't tell Yun Qiao directly that her nephew from her mother's side was not good. After all, she had praised her nephew Li Rui like a flower in front of Yun Qiao before.
I can only go ahead with it.
Ruoruo thought that even he would look down on her for his character, so it would be best if she looked down on him.
At this moment, Li Yuan hoped that Ruoruo would look down on Li Rui, so she would just send Li Rui and his mother away.
Fortunately, fortunately she discovered it this time. Otherwise, if something went wrong when she really went to the Marquis' Mansion to meet the Marquis's wife, she would have a hard time explaining it.
What Li Yuan is thinking now is to send Li Rui away without letting Yun Qiao know.
After a while, the chef came to talk about the meals prepared for today.
Li Yuan was in a dry mood and said, "Just prepare it casually. It doesn't have to be too sumptuous. Put away the abalone and shark fin and just prepare the usual meals."
She also didn't want her second sister-in-law to eat too well.
Otherwise, the second sister-in-law might think that her family is living a good life, and what would happen if she really stayed in the Gu family and refused to leave.
When Gu Heng came back, he saw his wife looking worried.
Gu Heng is a bit cold, but apart from Li Yuan, he has never looked for any other woman, and the relationship between the couple is pretty good.
It’s just that Gu Heng focuses on business and power, and doesn’t spend much time with her.
But as long as Li Yuan has any problems, Gu Heng will really go there.
"I heard your second sister-in-law is here, so I came back early. I've prepared a sumptuous meal for dinner. Is there anything I need someone to buy?"
As Gu Heng spoke, he saw Li Yuan sigh.
"What happened?"
Li Yuan didn't say anything. After all, it was her mother's family's business. She said a few words to comfort Gu Heng.
I heard Gu Heng talking about Qiqi's marriage.
Gu Heng said that it was time to start preparing and asked Li Yuan to pay more attention to the dowry for the child.
The daughter of Gu Heng married none other than the son of Zhao Xuan, the current Duke of Qing.
Although the Gu family is rich, their status and position cannot compare to the Zhao family. Now that their daughter is married to the Zhao family, it will make their Gu family more prestigious. In the future, their son will study for the imperial examination and have a bright future in the officialdom.
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