Chapter 4: Young Lady (Part 1)

As soon as Chun Yao placed the pastries on the table, the eldest lady smiled and said, "You see, I told you this girl is quite skilled; these snacks are made so exquisitely, it's the first time I've ever seen anything like this."

Zhao Xuanhuan raised his head and glanced at Chun Yao

Shuhua paused for a moment and then said: "Father has been turned away several times when visiting the Minister's residence... Rather than facing repeated setbacks, it would be better to..." It would be better to marry that unclear and unacknowledged illegitimate daughter outside the residence.

The lady picked up one and asked, "What is the significance of this?"

Jinxiu's footsteps stopped outside the door, and Ronghua let out a gentle sigh. Since the madam did not permit it, Jinxiu should not dare to enter casually

Zhao Xuanhuan said, "That is not necessary."

Apart from the two legitimate daughters, the matriarch has always treated her well. If the eldest daughter continues to receive no good news, it is possible that the matriarch will select another candidate from the clan to marry into the family. In that case, she should make an extra effort to seize this opportunity. The sixth young lady unconsciously clenched her handkerchief tightly.

As soon as Jinxiu leaves the courtyard, she can immediately come out of the house. Even if Jinxiu sends someone to look for her, she will have time to hide the things in her hands and concoct a lie to deceive them.

Chun Yao was suddenly taken aback, his heart racing in a flurry. By the time he looked again, that gaze had vanished, replaced once more by a faint smile.

Shuhua could not help but feel a bit disappointed; her husband had no significant flaws, but his overly respectful demeanor made it difficult for her to perceive his emotions.

Shuhua wore a look of disdain, "After all, she is just a concubine born out of wedlock, raised in the hetushu.com mansion. It makes no difference where she is sent; if she wants to marry well, she must inevitably become a secondary wife."

Madam recalled Chun Yao and could not help but frown, "How could I bear to waste such a good girl? It sounds nice to call her a concubine, but in reality, she would just be a plaything."

Zhao Xuanhuan remained silent

The only regret is that the young lady has been married for three years, yet there has been no sign of pregnancy. Such a flaw merely offers a glimmer of hope to others. The sixth young lady raised her head and fixed a piercing gaze on Zhao Xuanhuan. In the midst of her faint smile and fleeting glances, it felt like a needle pricking her, causing her entire emotional defense to collapse. She hurriedly lowered her head, her face flushed.

It is said that love comes in two forms: one is deeply entwined, and the other is painfully unbearable. What one believes to be carefully cherished can suddenly become starkly apparent before one's eyes

Shuhua looked at her mother's expression and knew that this matter was already more than half settled. "There is no better candidate than Eighth Sister. Besides, being a concubine to a Minister is not a loss for her."

Jinxiu seemed to hesitate for a moment at the door before leaving

Ten peonies, from bud to bloom, ten different forms

Ronghua secretly hid behind the door, listening to the sounds outside. It was that girl Jinxiu; Ronghua had already calculated the time it would take for Jinxiu to fetch the cloak. Logically, she should have left the room before Jinxiu returned.

What was originally something he would never see was right before his eyes. He couldn't help but pick one up to eat, and even the taste was the same as that from https://m.hetushucom.com.

Shuhua still wanted to say something when the matriarch cast her a glance, "As for you, having been married for three years, why is there still no news? It is important to give birth to at least one son and one daughter soon. What kind of family is your husband from? With no news from you, it is inevitable that he will take a concubine."

Shuhua seemed to recall something, smiling as she whispered in her mother's ear, "That may not necessarily be the case. Isn't Father always trying to get along with the Minister of Personnel? Coincidentally, she is someone who was raised outside the residence..."

Everyone laughed, and the family banquet was filled with joy

The lady took a sip of tea, unimpressed, and remarked, "It is always the young ladies of the household who should marry into a respectable family as the legitimate wife"

The master and the madam truly have discernment, as they have chosen such a match.

Chun Yao saw his master in high spirits and couldn't help but feel joy in his heart. "These are ten peonies, and the name is quite fitting; let us call them 'Perfect in Every Way'"

Madam finally smiled, turned around, and took Chun Yao's hand, "Don't listen to this girl; I know exactly what she's thinking in her heart. She's been thinking about me for a long time, and today she just used this plate of pastries as a pretext. A plate of pastries almost cost me dearly. Fortunately, the son-in-law is aware of the situation; otherwise, I would have suffered a great loss."

Unexpected events can occur in all matters

Shuhua's raised eyebrows suddenly fell, and it is strange to say that after three years, her body has shown no signs of change. She has taken quite a few tonics, yet there has been no effect. Recently, she consulted a doctor again, and the prescription has already been issued, claiming that there will be good news in a year and a half. If this time it does not work...

Before Ronghua could take any action, a heart-wrenching scream echoed in her ears

Shuhua couldn't help but laugh and called Chun Yao over, "I just don't know if mother would be willing."

Miss Ba, please do not scare me. I forgot to tell you that the madam does not allow entry here

Shuhua was deep in thought when Chun Yao had already entered the room holding a plate

Zhao Xuanhuan was momentarily taken aback, his fingers curling slightly, and after a long pause, he asked: "You call this perfection?"

As the sound of Jin Xiu's footsteps faded away, Rong Hua restored the items in the room to their original state. She exited the inner chamber and had just reached the doorway when a sudden rush of hurried footsteps came from outside. The door was pushed open forcefully, leaving Rong Hua no time to evade. Just as she was about to collide with the person, a gust of wind blew in, stirring the curtains by the window. The green gauze enveloped Rong Hua completely, shrouding her tightly.

I told you about that girl Chun Yao; it was she who did it. If you like, I will bring this girl to you

Chun Yao brought the pastries up, and everyone was waiting for the master and the son-in-law to commence the banquet

Although Shuhua's words were not finished, the madam already understood her meaning, "I cannot make a decision on this matter, besides... that child, in my opinion, is quite well-behaved, and there have been no such instances in the past."

Suddenly, I remembered the pastries made by Chun Yao. Shu Hua brought over a piece and said, "Try this. The name is excellent, it is called 'Perfect in Every Way'"

In the past three years, Zhao Xuanhuan has enjoyed remarkable momentum in the court, akin to a bright moon emerging from the lake, shining distinctly. The number of noble youths following him has gradually increased, and his residence has become a bustling hub. In terms of both prospects and reputation, others cannot compare.

Although she said so, the madam took a careful sip of her tea. She could tell that the master was quite taken with the concubine. Just after that concubine had passed away, she was already planning to marry her daughter off as a concubine. The master would likely think that she harbored jealousy towards that concubine. ... Although this matter could be accomplished, it ... "must not be rushed"

Chun Yao raised his head again and secretly glanced at Zhao Xuanhuan, but Zhao Xuanhuan's gaze was already elsewhere. Chun Yao felt an indescribable sense of loss in his heart.

The matron feigned seriousness, yet there was a hint of a smile in her eyes, "After all, he is your father's flesh and blood; how can you just find any family to marry into?"

The matriarch sat in her chair, watching her eldest daughter. Ever since the marriage alliance with the noble lord, good news had been coming one after another. First, her in-laws were increasingly favored, and now even her son-in-law had entered the Ministry of War. The matriarch felt increasingly delighted as she thought about it, and while the family banquet had yet to begin, she called her daughter over to speak.

Miss Ba ... ... "Jinxiu spoke with a tremor in her voice"

She had long heard that the Minister of Personnel was quite lecherous, having eight or nine concubines in addition to his legitimate wife. Previously, someone had suggested that she send a pretty girl to him. She initially considered selecting one of the maids from her household, but after searching, she found that only Qiuhe from her own quarters and Chunyang from the lady's quarters were good-looking. Unfortunately, both of these girls were quite capable, and she could not bear to part with them. ... Now that the situation has changed, an external mistress has emerged, who is suitable in both appearance and age ... She had initially thought of selecting one of the maids from her household, but after searching, she found that only Qiuhe from her own quarters and Chunyang from the lady's quarters were good-looking. Unfortunately, both of these girls were quite capable, and she could not bear to part with them. ... Now that the situation has changed, an external mistress has emerged, who is suitable in both appearance and age ...

Madam laughed, "Such a name, it would not be good for me to take one. Take the rest to the table, and we will see shortly if the son-in-law likes it."

The best fate is to climb the dragon and attach to the phoenix. The young lady originally married a fallen noble, but who would have known that the new emperor's ascension would bring about such great joy? Zhao Xin inherited the title of Duke Yi Cheng, and her husband Zhao Xuanhuan is the legitimate eldest son and heir to the title.

Chun Yao felt that gaze, shining like the morning light, the most dazzling she had ever seen, at this moment, swirling, brilliantly like a startled swan.

Just as she took her seat, Shuhua suddenly remembered something and hurriedly asked her mother, "I heard that you brought the daughter born to father and his concubine into the residence?"

Madam nodded slightly, "This is your eighth younger sister, who just entered the residence today"

In the distance, the old gentleman's voice could be heard, while another person's tone was gentle and composed. Whether it was the young ladies or the maids, they all secretly leaned forward to look, their eyes revealing a mixture of envy and admiration.

To be able to marry such a man... even if it means being an auntie, that would be good

Everyone sat down according to the rules, and the servants began to busily serve the dishes. Shuhua attentively picked up food for her husband, while Zhao Xuanhuan smiled faintly, showing no particular fondness.

Seeing that this is a critical moment for my father, you are also reluctant to part with those around you

Shuhua raised her eyebrows; she had never had a good impression of those concubines, let alone an outside mistress. "What is the purpose of bringing her in? It would be better to find someone for her to marry directly."