Chapter 52 Buy one get one free, you are my lady's partner
The housekeeper replied cautiously, "The Marquis went to the family school to study the knowledge of several young masters."
It was like a basin of cold water poured over Jiang Wenzhou's head, chilling him to the bone and causing him to shiver all over.
Father, are you going to give up on him too?!
"No, it's impossible. I am my father's proudest and most valued son. I am the most promising one in the mansion, both civil and military, and the most promising rising star. Everyone else is trash!"
His emotions were completely out of control and he shouted hysterically.
Ye Yizhen saw it all and felt as if a huge stone was pressing on her heart, making her feel extremely uncomfortable.
"Brother Jiang, we still have a chance."
Jiang Wenzhou was in a terrible mood, "No more."
Ye Yizhen pulled his hand, forced him to look at her, and silently said to him, "Yes, the merit of following the dragon."
As if a flash of inspiration came to him, Jiang Wenzhou's eyes lit up. Yes, he should follow the dragon and invest in the next emperor in advance to become the new emperor's confidant.
In this case, let alone the position of the crown prince, it is also possible for the marquis to be replaced by the duke!
He waved everyone away, his expression nervous yet excited. "You're right, but who should we choose?"
"The current emperor has six princes. The eldest prince was born to a noble concubine and is not given much attention. The second prince has a disability in his right leg and cannot ascend to the throne."
"The Third Prince is the Imperial Concubine's son and is the most favored. The Fourth Prince is the Queen's adopted son and is considered a half-legitimate son, so he also has a chance."
"The fifth prince is the daughter of Concubine Chen and is still young. The sixth prince is still a baby."
Ye Yizhen pursed her lips, looking very embarrassed. "How can I, a woman, understand these national affairs? However, I have heard a saying: the eldest son should be the legitimate heir, the virtuous should be the heir, and the beloved should be the heir."
Jiang Wenzhou frowned slightly, "You mean, the Third and Fourth Princes have the best chance?"
Ye Yizhen knew that men didn't like women who were too smart. She wouldn't be as sharp-tongued as Yun Zheng, that fool. "This is a big deal. You should first get in touch with a few princes."
This is the truth, but Jiang Wenzhou is in a dilemma. "I can't even get out."
Ye Yizhen's eyes flickered slightly. "In a few days, the Empress will host a Spring Banquet, and the princes and princesses will be there. It would be great if we could attend. I can also socialize and entertain you, so you don't have to worry about anything."
She was previously raised as a cousin in the Pingxi Marquis's Mansion. Due to various reasons, she had never appeared in public, but Jiang Wenzhou felt that with Ye Yizhen's considerate nature, there must be many people who liked her.
Those who don't like her are either blind and don't know the value of her, or are jealous.
"Zhenzhen, you are so smart. You are worthy of being my good wife. I swear that I will only have you as my wife in this life and I will not take another woman."
Ye Yizhen was secretly delighted, "Then, where is Yun Zheng?"
Jiang Wenzhou was irritated when he heard the name. "I won't compromise. She only has a few lousy coins. She can never compare to you, who are so noble and elegant. Wait until I achieve success and establish my own career, and then I'll let you enjoy wealth and glory."
Ye Yizhen looked at him affectionately and said, "Okay, I believe in you. One day you will become a great figure that everyone admires."
Jiang Wenzhou was deeply moved and hugged Ye Yichen tightly in his arms, but he did not notice that Ye Yichen's eyes were flickering.
At this moment, there was a noise outside, disturbing the man and woman who were immersed in sweetness.
Nanny Li walked in. Jiang Wenzhou frowned, "Nanny Li, you come from the palace, but you are so careless about the rules. No wonder the students you taught are such a mess and can't even be considered presentable."
Nanny Li's face was stern and meticulous. "Even the Empress Dowager praised my rules. Do you have more authority than the Empress Dowager?"
Because of the last incident of snatching the dowry, they had a complete feud. Every time there was something to do in Wutong Courtyard, it was Nanny Li who volunteered.
Jiang Wenzhou's expression changed, "That's not what I meant."
Nanny Li really looked down on him. It was really a strange story that a young man from a noble family would fight for the dowry.
"I have been ordered to come and collect the women's ring written by Ye."
Ye Yizhen's face turned green, she didn't write much!
Jiang Wenzhou sternly scolded, "Go back and tell Yun Zheng not to use chicken feathers as tokens. Zhenzhen's affairs are not her business yet."
Nanny Li turned and left, "Very well, my young lady will go to the palace to express her gratitude tomorrow, and I will accompany her. I will then inform the Empress of the truth."
Ye Yizhen couldn't help but get anxious. Isn't this going to cost her her life?
She quickly called out to Madam Li, "Wait a minute, Madam Li, you are capable, and I admire you. Why don't you follow me from now on?"
Nanny Li has been in the deep palace for decades. Those who can make a name for themselves are all shrewd people. She has figured out everyone in the marquis's mansion.
Jiang Wenzhou is not clear-headed, arrogant and self-righteous. Ye Yizhen appears pure and peaceful on the surface, but in fact she has the most vicious mind. However, she is smart and knows how to use the people around her to get things done.
"Follow you?"
Ye Yizhen wanted to win over Nanny Li, plant a chess piece next to Yun Zheng, and also establish connections with the palace.
She smiled and spoke softly, "I know you were forced to leave the palace to serve Yun Zheng because of the palace's orders. Considering your aunt's seniority, it's really unfair. My biggest advantage is that the prince and I are in love. I will definitely have a son to inherit the title, but Yun Zheng is a bit more uncertain."
As for a woman, as long as she has a man's love and children, she is the biggest winner.
This is something that cannot be bought with any amount of money.
She solemnly requested, "If I can get my aunt's help, she will be my closest relative, and I will take care of you until the end of your life."
Nanny Li admitted that she was smart, but she was not worthy of trust. "How can you support me? You are so poor that the Pingxi Marquisate wouldn't even let you in alone. They insisted on a buy-one-get-one-free deal. Well, you are my young lady's companion."
Ye Yizhen was so angry that she almost vomited blood, evil slave!
Jiang Wenzhou yelled angrily, "How do you talk to the master?"
Nanny Li sneered, "Nanny Wang will die without a burial place. I wonder if you regret not following the right master."
If she could even abandon the wet nurse she had depended on for over ten years, who would dare to work for her?
After saying this, she walked away.
Every word pierced Ye Yichen's heart, and her face turned pale and blue, looking very ugly.
Jiang Wenzhou blamed Yun Zheng for all his hatred, and it must have been her who instigated it.
"How can an old fellow who can be bought with money be any good? Zhenzhen, don't be sad. Once I make some connections, I'll find two old maids from the palace to serve you."
Yun Zheng got up early in the morning and put on the village chief's dress and matching accessories specially sent by the palace.
She took out the jade ring from her dressing box, hesitated for a moment, and then picked it up and hung it around her waist.
The imperial palace is the most prosperous place in the world, but it is also where people’s hearts are the most sinister.
"Let's go."
The number of people allowed into the palace was limited, so Yun Zheng only brought Zi Yan and Nanny Li with her. When they reached the second gate, they were stopped by the Marquis of Pingxi and his son.
"Zheng'er, I ask you for a favor on behalf of your father."
Yun Zheng looked at the father and son calmly. They seemed to have not slept well, and their eyes were very dark. Well, she was happy! "My Lord, please speak."
Pingxi Hou stared at the woman in front of him. She wore this solemn dress so well that she looked dignified, majestic and imposing.
"If I could see the Emperor, I would ask for mercy on behalf of the Marquisate. We have made great contributions to the Great Qi. Please, in consideration of our ancestors' merits, forgive us this time. We all acknowledge our guilt."
Yun Zheng said calmly, "My Lord, you can handle such a simple matter yourself, why do you need me for help?"
Jiang Wenzhou couldn't suppress his anger, "What excuses are you making? I'll just ask if you're willing or not."
Yun Zheng smiled slightly, "As long as you show me the Red Book of Iron, everything will be solved."
Like a thunderclap, the Marquis of Pingxi's expression changed. "How did you know about the Red Book and Iron Certificate? Who told you?"
In fact, there is a secret here, a top secret known only to a very few people.
This is also the real reason why the Pingxi Marquis Mansion will never fall and will perish with the country!
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