After watching the Wei family's carriage leave, everyone turned back to the mansion. Tang Gang asked Tang Yu to play chess, several Tang family boys pestered Tang Mo to go archery, Xin An was pulled by three girls to talk, and Tang Rong, who was ignored, returned to Chunhua Courtyard. Zhao shook her head secretly. Tang Rong and his wife were really...

Not good to rate.

On the contrary, the second son’s wife should not be underestimated.

There had been conflicts between the young couple and Zhang, and Wang had even openly disrespected Zhang. Zhang had done something like that again, and she thought that the banquet and New Year's Eve were the best performances of the young couple. Today, the couple gave her another surprise.

As a junior, he is impeccable.

"Mother, why did my second cousin give us so many good things?"

In the carriage, the Wei sisters opened the box given by Xin An, which contained the most fashionable cosmetics in the capital, as well as several very delicate velvet flower hairpins, two pairs of earrings and several extremely exquisite brocade handkerchiefs.

These are all things girls like. They can be used by themselves or given as gifts when they take up a new position. "The beads on this velvet flower are really pretty."

"Didn't we ask about this powder last time and they said it was sold out?"

The two sisters liked this gift very much. They often played together with the three sisters of the Tang family and had always had a good impression of Xin An. They felt that their cousin was stupid to replace such a good cousin-in-law. If the second cousin-in-law was their dear cousin-in-law, their trip to the capital would definitely not have had such a result.

Zhang looked at those things, and even though she was picky, she could only admit that they were prepared with great care. She blocked her mouth tightly. Although she still hated this person's cunningness in her heart, she still had to admit that it was better than the one in Chunhuayuan.

Although he knew they were leaving today, he didn't even come to send them a gift, let alone one. However, when he received the red envelope from them on New Year's Day, he thanked them wholeheartedly.

Wei Chuanzong, who was in a carriage in front, was also looking at his gift. Fearing that it might contain writing brush, ink, paper, and inkstone, he smiled immediately when he saw the items in the box: a folding fan, which was the favorite among the nobles in Beijing, a wolf-hair brush from Linzhou, and the belt that Wei Chuanzong wanted the most. Everyone in the Tang family had them, except him. When he went to buy them, the shops were closed and everyone had gone home to celebrate the New Year.

He had been thinking about it for quite some time.

"It's really nice, and it's leather."

He wanted to measure it against his waist, but stopped when he saw his father's eyes. Then he picked up the folding fan, opened it and admired it carefully.

Wei Liangcai said nothing, but sighed quietly in his heart. He was afraid that his nephew was no match for the second wife and her husband. His nephew and his wife did not have the scheming of the second wife.

One is frustrated and full of resentment; the other one uses her belly as a token of authority and no one knows what she is thinking. How can she inherit the Marquis's mansion?

"Learn from your second cousin. The young master of the Marquisate can endure hardships and pursue a promising future. What reason do you have to slack off?"

"I will find you a college when you take up your post. You must come to me every day to discuss your studies. Tang Nan and Tang Hua from the Tang family are only a little older than you, but they are both successful candidates."

"If you fail to pass the exam this year, you should never leave the academy again and concentrate on your studies."

Wei Chuanzong shrank his neck, gently put down the box in his arms, and dared not say anything more.

On the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, the family went to Tang Yong's house for a reunion, and on the sixth day they went to Wang Mian's house. On the evening of the sixth day, Tang Gang sent a message to Xin An and Tang Mo, asking them to get ready, as he would take them to General Zhang's and General Liu's houses to pay New Year's greetings on the seventh day.

The New Year gifts were delivered early in the morning, so there was no need for too much preparation. On the morning of the seventh day, the couple packed up and went out with Tang Gang and Wang. When Tang Rong found out, he imagined himself being abandoned, and he was so angry that he was in a bad mood the whole day.

"The last time I saw this kid, he was still a little jumpy and immature, but now he seems to be much more stable. My Lord, you have taught your son well."

General Zhang looked at Tang Mo with satisfaction. Tang Gang said with a smile, "This kid is always jumpy. Now that he has an important task, he has become more stable."

"This kid still has a long way to go. You know, I started learning literature too early, and I don't understand some things. I just hope you can give him some pointers."

"Why, has there been a change?"

General Zhang understood the meaning of Tang Gang's words. They did not approve of the old marquis' decision to give up military service and pursue literature. It is right to retreat while one is ahead of the times, but one cannot retreat so completely. One must always leave a way out for his children and grandchildren.

Tang Gang said: "Plans cannot keep up with changes. This kid has done well in the Beiya Army, and has been appreciated by Commander Liao. He has also gained a reputation with the emperor. I can't predict his future."

"Thunder, rain and dew are all grace from the emperor. Since I have been appreciated by the emperor, I will naturally share your worries."

General Zhang understood, and also understood the purpose of Tang Gang's visit today, so he said: "Even for the sake of the old marquis, if this kid has any confusion, he can come to me, and I will send more people to look after him."

"Thank you, Uncle Zhang."

Tang Gang stood up and bowed to express his gratitude. Tang Mo also quickly bowed, guessing that the scene he had performed had worked.

His grandfather had passed away many years ago, and the favor he left behind was getting less and less every time it was used. He was really surprised that the old man was willing to open his mouth and use up this favor for him.

Since General Zhang has promised to take care of Tang Mo, he just needs to see what his abilities are. He has to have a clear idea of ​​what he is capable of.

Xin An and Wang were talking to Madam Zhang and Mrs. Zhang. The old ladies had heard General Zhang mention Xin An several times before, and had also received a New Year gift from her during the Spring Festival. She was very thoughtful in every way, so they had a partial liking for her.

"Before I came here, I was wondering what kind of girl could be praised by my old man. Today, I saw that she is indeed gentle and lovely."

Xin An smiled and said, "But Grandma Zhang, I have never met the grandfather of the Zhang family before."

"Then you'll have to ask your husband."

The old lady smiled and said, "You are the daughter-in-law he always talks about."

The old lady teased Xin An. Logically, she should have been embarrassed, but after being teased so many times, she naturally became thick-skinned.

"He always has a big mouth and he always makes me go around in circles."

The old lady laughed again, "That's because he loves you. It's your blessing."

"But it is also his blessing that he can marry you."

Xin An smiled and said, "I also feel that I am very blessed. When I was at my mother's house, my parents spoiled me and gave in to me. When I came to the Marquis's Mansion, my mother-in-law loved me and my husband was happy with me. It was really perfect."

The old lady nodded in appreciation, and started praising Xin An to Wang. Wang naturally wanted to flatter her daughter-in-law. The mother-in-law and daughter-in-law sat together with smiles on their faces, which made the old lady happy.

As he was talking, a familiar voice came. He turned around and saw that he had met an acquaintance. The loudmouthed Madam Zhang came over with a smile. After greeting Xin An, she smiled and said, "I heard that someone was coming to the Marquis' Mansion today, and I was wondering if you would come along. Sure enough, you are here."

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