Chapter 9 I won't be stingy with this mere eight thousand taels
Chu Yunqing also cursed angrily, "She is so selfish and watched helplessly as the reputation of the Marquisate was ruined! She shouldn't have been given face!"
Chu Yian was also furious with Chu Yunqing, "You are the selfish one. Even if the reputation of the Marquisate is ruined, it is all your credit!"
Being criticized like this, Chu Yunqing burst into tears again. "You actually sided with an outsider! She's so rich, but she wouldn't even give me eight thousand taels! Isn't she selfish?"
Chu Yian felt that she was unreasonable and didn't want to say anything more.
Seeing that he was about to leave, Jiang quickly stopped him.
"Now is not the time to be angry. We need to come up with a plan to resolve this matter."
Chu Yian's face was cold, and he squeezed out a few words from between his teeth, "I'll go and join in!"
How could Jiang bear to let her son go through so much trouble to collect the money? She said hesitantly, "I do have a solution."
Chu Yunqing didn't care about anything else and immediately urged, "Mom, if you have any ideas, just tell me!"
Jiang spoke slowly, "Shuning just received a generous reward from the emperor yesterday..."
She had just started talking when Chu Yian's expression changed.
"No, that's Shuning's own thing!"
Chu Yunqing's mind suddenly became active. She said confidently, "She is my new sister-in-law. Isn't it only natural for her to give me a welcoming gift? Besides, she received so much reward that day, so this little bit of silver is not a big deal."
Looking at his sister's greedy face, Chu Yian felt disgusted.
"How much money she has is her business. It's not your turn to arrange its distribution!"
Seeing her son being so protective of that woman, a hint of gloom flashed in Jiang's eyes.
This orphan girl of unknown origin is not even as good as Mrs. Lu. If she had not been lucky enough to win the emperor's favor, Mrs. Jiang would never let her in!
Jiang said in a calm tone, "An'er, your sister is right. She is new to the family, so she should prepare a gift for her sister-in-law. Back then, Mrs. Lu was much more sensible than her. She never forgot to give gifts during the New Year or other festivals, and she treated the servants in the mansion equally."
Chu Yian said with disdain, "It's just a way to win people's hearts. Shu Ning doesn't need it!"
His Shu Ning is the best woman in the world and does not need any worldly means to decorate her appearance. As time goes by, everyone naturally knows how sincere she is to others.
Jiang knew that he was completely confused at this moment, so she softened her tone.
"You're still too naive. She's a latecomer, yet she surpassed Lu and received a fifth-rank imperial decree. Everyone in the palace has their eyes on her, openly and covertly comparing her to Lu."
"If she doesn't make a difference now, she'll be outshone by others, who will think she's just a name, far inferior to the Lu family. Since you love her so much, you should make good plans for her. If you want to promote her in the future, this good reputation she's accumulated will be her greatest asset."
It was obvious that Zhao Shuning was to pay the money, but when Jiang said it, it all became about considering her own interests.
Chu Yian was stunned by what he said. He felt that his mother was making excuses, but he couldn't find anything wrong for a moment.
Seeing his expression, Jiang added fuel to the fire. "I've been with Shu Ning these past few days and know she's gentle and kind-hearted. She's a good child. She and Qing'er also get along very well. The only shortcoming is her lack of social skills. Tell her what I mean. She's so perceptive, she'll definitely understand immediately and won't be stingy with this mere eight thousand taels."
He now thinks that Zhao Shuning is good in every way, so Jiang agreed with him and said that they should not let the mother-son relationship be separated because of a woman.
Put a high hat on Zhao Shuning, and then she will have to pay the money even if she doesn't want to.
After hearing this, Chu Yian felt a little relieved, but he still did not agree.
After all, eight thousand taels of silver is not a small amount of money, and he cannot make the decision for Zhao Shuning at will.
Jiang sighed deeply, "It's your sister who got into trouble this time, but it also made me see clearly what kind of person Lu is. She's not one to be taken advantage of. I'm afraid her previous obedient attitude in front of me was all fake."
"I treat her like my own daughter, but she completely disregards the difficulties faced by our mansion and simply ignores them. It really makes me feel disheartened. I'm afraid she's just waiting for you to bow to her."
Jiang's words hit home, and Chu Yian's anger was immediately provoked. He said coldly, "I can't possibly beg her. If she likes to act pretentiously, then let her keep acting pretentiously. I want to see how long she can hold out!"
This is exactly the attitude that Jiang wants.
Lu Zhiran has humiliated them today, so they should be prepared to be ignored.
She will live in the Marquis' Mansion for the rest of her life. Without the love of a man, let's see how she will live the rest of her life!
"The Lu family is just relying on the money they have to act like this. If Shuning is sensible and willing to give us eight thousand taels of silver as an emergency measure, we won't have to rely on the Lu family all the time."
This tactic of retreating to advance softened Chu Yian's attitude, but he still found it difficult to bring himself to speak to Zhao Shuning.
Jiang: "If you don't feel comfortable speaking, call her over and I'll tell her."
Chu Yian immediately refused, "No need, it's better for my son to go and talk to her in person."
Shu Ning had just arrived at the Marquis' Mansion. If her mother were to speak, she would probably overthink it and think that her mother was putting pressure on her.
He didn't want any rift to arise between the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law, and he didn't want her to feel unhappy.
Chu Yunqing said flatteringly: "Sister-in-law Shuning is the most understanding, she will definitely agree."
Chu Yian glanced at Chu Yunqing coldly and left.
Chu Yunqing's flattery was not responded to, and she fell heavily to the ground. She was so angry that she stomped her feet.
"Mom, look at my brother's attitude towards me. He treats outsiders better than me!"
Jiang reached out and poked her on the forehead. "How dare you say that? You got into such a big trouble this time. It was almost impossible to get out of this!"
Chu Yunqing's face was filled with indignation. "It's all Lu Zhiran's fault. She wasn't like this before. Who knew she would completely disrespect me this time? Mother, you must make the decision for me!"
A sinister glint flashed in Jiang's eyes, and her tone was as cold as frost, "As long as she stays in this mansion, she will never escape from my grasp."
That night, Chu Yian stayed at Zhao Shuning's Qingdai Pavilion.
The next day, Lu Zhiran heard that Zhao Shuning and Chu Yunqing went out shopping affectionately. They went to Ruyi Pavilion. Zhao Shuning generously paid the balance of the headwear to Chu Yunqing in public. It was her first gift to her sister-in-law when she became a wife.
After leaving Ruyi Pavilion, the two went to the ready-made clothing shop and the rouge shop. Chu Yunqing shopped happily, and Zhao Shuning paid for all the things. Chu Yunqing was like honey on his lips, and he praised Zhao Shuning with all his might.
Recently, Zhao Shuning has become a popular figure. Many storytellers in teahouses and taverns have made up many stories based on her. She has become a heroine who saves people from danger. Her love with Chu Yian is a touching part of the story.
Now, the aunt and sister-in-law went out for a walk, and in just half a day, rumors outside started to spread.
The situations and status of the two ladies in the Xuanping Marquis' Mansion are clearly different.
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