Liu Yun secretly looked at the figure, her eyes full of infatuation. She had been forced to break off the engagement. After four years of twists and turns, there was still no one better than him.
Jiang Ling noticed the gaze and deliberately ignored it. Some things cannot be undone once they are done, so there is no need to dwell on them.
The guests sat down and started talking to each other.
"This General's Mansion, no, it should be called the Marquis of Zhenguo Mansion now, is really going to rise to prominence. I wonder which daughter will be so lucky to marry into it."
"Yes, I heard that none of the general's three sons are married. It would be great if I could marry one of them."
"...Puchi, I think it's those two. Jiang Jia Sanlang is a playboy, so he should stop playing with cats and dogs every day."
As soon as these words were spoken, the others started laughing.
Everyone at the General's Mansion arrived at the front yard. After exchanging a few polite words, Jiang Baichuan stroked his beard and said with high spirits, "Please wait a moment, everyone. Our distinguished guests have not yet arrived."
Prime Minister Wen Ce raised his eyebrows, a little surprised by the distinguished guest he mentioned. A bright yellow figure flashed through his mind, and his eyes darkened a little.
The emperor...that shouldn't be the case. How could he come to the Jiang family?
Just as he was thinking this, a shrill voice rang out: "Your Majesty has arrived!"
The court officials all stood up and saluted.
Emperor Gan's expression was gentle. He smiled and raised his hand: "Alright, everyone, no need to be so polite. I'm just here to join in the fun today. Please sit down and don't be shy."
"You are the same, my dear Jiang Aiqing. You have made great contributions, so there is no need for such formalities. Come, bring up all my rewards."
Rewards were brought in like a stream, and everyone was jealous and swallowed their saliva from time to time. After all, the generals were really powerful. They would never get so many rewards even if they worked their ass off.
Emperor Gan glanced around, taking in their expressions. "Eat it while it's hot. I'll be leaving soon."
*
Wen Li peeled the shrimp and put it in her bowl, saying softly, "My lady, eat. If you want to eat anything else, tell me and I'll help you."
Jiang Xinrou smiled shyly, lowered her eyes to hide the disgust in her eyes, and whispered: "Husband, there are so many people here, I'd better pick it up myself."
"Okay, I'll listen to you, my lady."
When other people saw this, their eyes were full of envy. Everyone knew that this number one scholar treated his wife well over the years, even though they had no children.
It's really enviable.
When Jiang Xinrou saw their envious eyes, she couldn't help but tighten her chopsticks. Haha, there would be a good show to watch soon.
The girl in green flicked her handkerchief, covered her lips and jokingly said, "Sister Xinrou and her husband are so harmonious and harmonious. It's really enviable. Sister Xinrou is so lucky."
Blessing? This blessing is for you. Do you want it?
With a shy look on her face, she said, "Sister Lin, you're joking. Everyone knows that you and Young Master Xiao have been childhood sweethearts. After you get married, you will naturally be incomparable to others."
When the green-dressed girl Lin Youran heard this, she couldn't help but look in one direction and saw the man talking to someone with his head down, with a hint of loss in his eyes.
"Ahem, sister is right. Come, sister, let me toast you a glass. The peach blossoms will bloom in a few days. Sister must go to enjoy them."
"Okay, I'll definitely go then."
Wen Bai hurried into the mansion and leaned over to whisper, "Young Master, something's happened. Miss Lan has also come to the General's mansion and said she wants to see you. If you don't, she'll tell you everything."
Wen Li's eyes turned cold for a moment, but soon returned to normal, his voice gentle: "My wife, I'm going to the bathroom and will be back soon."
"Okay, husband, go ahead."
Watching the two figures go away, Jiang Xinrou's eyes were a little complicated. She lowered her head and ate absentmindedly. When she thought that she might be able to divorce today, she felt a little...
It's just a good thing. I don't have to suffer anymore and pretend to be a good wife in front of others. It's very good.
Wen Li came to the backyard, looked back, and after confirming that no one was there, he quickened his pace and scolded in a low voice: "I didn't ask you to deal with it, how did they find us?"
Wen Bai's face was conflicted. "I did what my master said, but Miss Na Lan is stubborn and insists on seeing you. She won't accept any money."
"It's wishful thinking to enter the mansion. If she wants to stay outside, I can help her."
"...Behind the rockery over there, Young Master, comfort her first. Those who came today are all high-ranking and powerful people, including His Majesty. If a big fuss is made, it will not be good for you."
Disgust flashed in Wen Li's eyes. He knew it very well, but he had never been treated like this before. He was really good.
She's just a cousin born out of wedlock. She should be grateful for the fact that the family is supporting her. She took the initiative to get into bed with me, and now she's blackmailing me...
What an overestimator!
Wen Bai paused when he saw the hem of the robe. "Sir, this is a side courtyard where few people come. I'll go watch over it while you talk to Miss Lan."
Wen Li nodded and strode behind the rockery.
A pink figure threw herself directly into his arms, her body trembling constantly, her chest wet with tears.
Afraid of being discovered, he stretched out his hand and pushed it away without hesitation, his brows furrowed. "Didn't I ask you to go back to the manor? How dare you come to the general's mansion? How did you get here?"
Mo Lan lowered his head and said guiltily, "I, I took advantage of the crowd and sneaked in directly. Cousin, I went to look for you, but the mansion wouldn't let me in."
"I really have no choice but to come to the General's Mansion. You can't just ignore me. What should I do now that I'm pregnant?"
Wen Li was shocked: "What? You drank the medicine, how come you are still pregnant?"
"Wow, I don't know either. I've been drinking the medicine all the time. Cousin, please save me. If anyone finds out that I'm pregnant, I'll definitely die."
"If there was no other way, I wouldn't dare come to you."
Mo Lan cried inconsolably. She was scared. Although it was her cousin who coaxed her into eating the forbidden fruit, if she was discovered, she would not even know how she died.
Her cousin is the legitimate son of the Prime Minister. He is in a high position and has great power, so she has only this one chance. If she can seize it, she will be the first concubine to enter the mansion.
If not... I can only live in misery on the farm in the future!
Wen Li was also a little panicked. So many people came today. If they knew that he had done this, his reputation would be ruined and his career would be over, not to mention whether the General's Mansion would forgive him.
Fear filled his eyes. He reached out and grabbed her shoulders, saying sternly, "Listen, cousin. No matter what happens, you must not betray me."
"The same goes for this kid. Leave here now. If anyone finds out, my career will be ruined and you won't benefit from it."
Mo Lan's tears fell, and she looked at him sadly: "Then you can take me into your house, so that it will be legitimate. My belly can't wait any longer."
Wen Li was being forced, and her heart was filled with irritation: "Cousin, please go to the farm. I will arrange for someone to take care of you. You should take good care of your pregnancy and give birth to the baby."
"The General's Mansion is extremely powerful now. I cannot anger them. You cannot enter the mansion as a concubine. Please give me some more time."
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