After Jiang Shiwei returned to the room, like an enraged lion, she waved her hand and threw the utensils in her room to the ground like flowers scattered from the sky, growling viciously in a low voice.
"Jin Linlin, Jin Linlin..."
She clearly remembered that her second brother and Jin Linlin in her previous life passed away one after another at this time. Jin Linlin herself was unable to give birth to children. According to the law, after a woman's death, her dowry would belong to her children, and if she had no children, it would be returned to her parents' home.
After Jin Linlin died, her parents came to take away her dowry, which was so generous that it was jaw-dropping. My grandmother was heartbroken at the time.
She just wanted to get some dowry from Jin Linlin before she died, so why was it so difficult? Today's situation was perfect. She never expected that her second brother in this life would be in the Jinyiwei. She remembered that her second brother had not been in the Jinyiwei in her previous life!
If all efforts were in vain, Jin Linlin's dowry would be lost, and within two days, Jin Linlin herself would probably die. It would be a shame to waste so much money. What a pity!
In another month, the emperor will issue an edict to revoke the titles. The titles of more than a dozen dukes, marquises and earls will be stripped, including the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion. She remembers that the mansion of the Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion will also be confiscated.
After being stripped of their title, they were not allowed to live in the mansion according to regulations. It was not until more than ten years later when the third brother became a powerful official that they moved back to the mansion.
If I could have gotten Jin Linlin's dowry, my life in the next few years wouldn't have been so miserable. What a pity!
Second bedroom
Jiang Zhixu and Jiang Shuyan sat at the table, leisurely savoring the leftover Lihuabai tea their wives had just finished. In the courtyard, the servants Babao and A Ming were meticulously grilling delicious meat for their master, the aroma filling the air.
Jin Linlin and Cao Jiao sat on either side of the Arhat bed, joyfully opening the wishful treasure chest Jiang Zhixu had handed them. Inside, half was filled with round, shimmering pearls, the other half with vibrant, juicy red jade. They each carefully picked up a red jade and played with it, their delicate white fingers against the red jade creating a beautiful painting.
"Lin'er, I have already privately presented your medicines to the Emperor. He was greatly pleased and gave them to me as a reward. This red jade can be used to make jewelry, and it will surely be a magnificent headpiece."
Jin Linlin gazed at her man with great joy. The more she looked, the happier she became. This man was not only handsome, but he could also stand up for her at the critical moment. Now he even handed over all his private money to her. He was truly a perfect man!
Jin Linlin's eyes were as hot as flames as she stared at Jiang Zhixu closely. Jiang Zhixu's ears turned red instantly and he didn't know where to put his hands.
Cao Jiao and Jiang Shuyan smiled at each other, then chuckled softly, teasing them.
Jin Linlin coughed lightly, as if to hide her inner shyness. She said softly, "Madame Bai, go get those four purses on the dressing table."
Nanny Bai handed her the four purses and went to the yard to enjoy the delicious barbecue.
Jin Linlin handed the three purses to them one by one:
"This is a pocket watch my father sent me. We each have one. Take it out and have a look. My father said that our merchant ship went out to sea and brought back many rare treasures from foreign countries. He plans to open a business in Jiangnan to sell these things."
Everyone opened the purse with curiosity, and saw a delicate and small pocket watch lying quietly inside. Its unique shape was like a fine work of art, and the numbers and hands on the dial were shining with mysterious light.
Jiang Zhixu held the pocket watch in his hand, examining it carefully, and couldn't help but exclaim in admiration: "This pocket watch is truly a work of art. My father-in-law is truly discerning, having found such a rare item."
Jin Linlin smiled proudly and said, "Of course. My father has always had a unique vision. When this business opens in the future, it will surely bring in a lot of money and make a lot of money."
Jiang Shuyan was clearly obsessed with the pocket watch. He rubbed it repeatedly and couldn't help but say with joy, "Thank you, second sister-in-law, I love this! The tribute from the foreign countries only had these three pocket watches. The emperor got one, the empress dowager got one, and the remaining one was given by the emperor to Prime Minister Zhuge, who gave it to his son. Zhuge showed it off all day long. Now I have one too, haha."
Jin Linlin looked at the man in front of her who was as excited as a child, shook her head helplessly, and said:
"Don't be polite to me. If you want anything in the future, just let your wife tell me. As long as it's something that can be bought, I, your second sister-in-law, will never be stingy with you."
After saying that, she winked at Cao Jiao playfully, as if conveying some secret.
Jin Linlin took her pocket watch out of her purse and gently played with it, muttering, "My sister and I were so careless today that we almost fell into someone's trap. It's really hard to guard against such a scheme! Although the Duke's Mansion isn't wealthy, we can still afford this extravagant lifestyle. How could so many people be so obsessed with my dowry? It's so annoying!"
Cao Jiao was also terrified. They had underestimated their enemies. How could the ancient harem's schemes be so easily seen through? They would have to be doubly careful in the future.
After all, the two of them were still too naive. If the two brothers hadn't rushed back in time, the sister-in-law who valued money as her life would have been heartbroken for a long time, hehe...
That night, the couple in the second room finished washing up with the help of the servants. Jiang Linlin had just changed into her pajamas when Jiang Zhixu slowly walked up behind her. Like a docile cat, he gently hugged her and gently stroked her shoulder with his chin. Seeing this, the servants lowered their heads and left the bedroom, closing the door behind them.
"Lin'er, I'm sorry. I almost got you into trouble. Luckily, they only wanted money. I will definitely protect you from now on."
Jiang Zhixu didn't have too many distractions in the past. He only wanted to protect his two younger brothers and live a day-to-day life.
However, now he loves her and longs to grow old with her in love. He does not want her to be in danger and only wants to give her a safe and comfortable home so that she can stay and never leave.
She turned around and hugged his slender waist tightly, like a well-behaved little deer: "It's okay, I was too careless."
In the book, her death is imminent, yet no one knows who committed the murder, leaving behind even the slightest clue. She must be extra careful these past few days.
That night, the two of them fell asleep peacefully under the quilt. When they woke up the next morning, the man had already gone to court.
Jin Linlin needs to think carefully about how to protect herself. She has to survive these few days and not die in unknown circumstances like in the books!
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