[Red Mansion] Ronghua Road of Mrs. Hou's Mansion

Gu Xingchi smiled softly, "Of course I can't miss the opportunity to swim with you."

While the two were talking, Wang Xihe had already dragged Jiang Chaoan away.Under the shade of the lights, Sister Feng looked at the backs of the two of them, "It's good to live a life of carefree life like this."

The street was full of people, Gu Xingchi hugged her to prevent her from being touched.Hearing this, he said softly, "With me here, you can naturally do it too."

Sister Feng's heart was moved, and she said with a smile: "I'm afraid I don't have this kind of luck." She is not that kind of person by nature, so it is impossible for her to live a carefree life without hearing what is going on outside the window.

Gu Xingchi smiled and said, "I knew you couldn't be idle."

Sister Feng also took a flower lantern and walked on the street.The spring breeze blew, causing ripples on the river surface, and the lights reflected on the water surface also fluttered and swayed, reflecting each other with the moonlight.Numerous painted boats float on it, and the sound of silk and bamboo orchestras and melodious singing come from it.

There are many stalls on the street, and the aroma of rouge gouache is mixed with the smell of snacks and pastries.Every time Gu Qiongju went to a food stall, he would stop to buy some, and after a while, the maid embraced her.

Gu Qionghua was helpless, "These daily meals are also indispensable to you. Have you bought so much food?"

Hanyu also couldn't laugh or cry, "Girl, this servant only has two hands..."

Sister Feng chuckled, "Look at them."

Seeing that her hands were empty, Gu Xingchi couldn't help frowning.

"I'm not interested in those foods for the time being. I'm only thinking about the flower cakes that were rewarded by the palace." Sister Feng thought for a moment, then smiled and said, "I saw a hairpin just now, it's very unique, but there are too many people... ..."

"Wait here for me." After saying that, Gu Xingchi turned around and went to the other side.

Sister Feng realized what he was going to do, and before he could stop him, he disappeared.

On the street, not only girls, but also many men travel together.Fortunately, there were guards secretly protecting them. Occasionally, some men wanted to take the opportunity to get close to Sister Gu Qionghua, but they were blocked without a trace.

Sister Feng stood on the bank of the river, looking far into the distance, looking at the gorgeous painted boats on the water.

After a while, he noticed that someone was coming.

Sister Feng turned her head, "I'm back so soon..."

Seeing who it was, her smile gradually disappeared.He looked at the person in front of him, examined him, and remained silent.

The man thought that Sister Feng didn't know him anymore, so he cupped his hands and said, "Your cousin doesn't know me?"

Seeing the person coming, a sense of disgust arises spontaneously.She didn't show anything on her face, she smiled lightly and said, "So it's Uncle Rui."

Jia Rui was originally a side branch of the Jia family, and he was just a relative with the Wang family, and to Sister Feng, he was no different from a stranger.Now, it is really admirable that he can call her cousin with the cheek.

Seeing Jia Rui's staring eyes, she hated him even more in her heart, if she wasn't afraid of losing face, she really wanted to kick him away herself.

Jia Rui didn't seem to notice Sister Feng's annoyance towards him, so he smiled all over his face, "It's so late, why is my cousin here alone as a woman? It's so unsafe, why don't I stay with my cousin."

Just like in the previous and present lives, Jia Rui's thoughts on her are clearly revealed.Sister Feng said lightly: "Don't bother, I'll go back right away."

Jia Rui hurriedly said, "Why don't I send my cousin back."

"No need." Sister Feng felt shocked when she looked at him.

"This..." He was naturally reluctant to leave, and looked at the woman in front of him with a salivating expression.

He had heard about Sister Feng's reputation and appearance before, although he had seen it by chance, but had no chance to take a closer look.When I saw her today, I found that she was indeed a beauty.The skin is like jade, the facial features are bright, and the eyebrows and eyes are charming.The body is slender and soft like a spring willow, as if it will break when the wind blows.

The more he watched, the more fascinated he became, he couldn't help swallowing, and wanted to reach out and pull her.

Ping'er had been paying attention to him, and seeing this, he couldn't help frowning, and suddenly called out: "Master Rui."

Jia Rui suddenly came to his senses, "What's wrong with me?"

Ping'er smiled slightly, "There are so many people here, it's not a place to talk, why don't you go back first, Master Rui?"

As he said that, Ping'er looked back indistinctly, and Jia Rui saw several tall and strong men staring at this place from a distance.

Jia Rui was so frightened that his hands shook, he could only temporarily put away his obscene thoughts.

He smiled awkwardly, "It's time for me to go back and study, I'm just worried about you."

Ping'er glanced sideways, and suddenly showed joy, "Don't bother, our uncle is back."

Naturally, Jia Rui has heard of Gu Xingchi's name, if he finds out that he is harassing his wife, it will definitely be fruitless.

Thinking of this, Jia Rui glanced at Sister Feng unwillingly, bowed and left.

He walked so fast that he disappeared into the crowd in a blink of an eye.After a while, Gu Xingchi also came over, holding a box in his hand.

"Find a place where no one will bother you."

Sister Feng withdrew her hand and said with a smile, "Is this little thing worth doing yourself?"

Gu Xingchi handed the box to Ping'er, "Naturally. I don't worry if others don't know your preferences."

Sister Feng was moved by his consideration for her, and took the initiative to shake his hand, "Should we go home?"

"No hurry." Gu Xingchi looked at the sky, "Anyway, I won't be able to make it in time for dinner when I go back now. I reserved a private room in Linjiang Pavilion a few days in advance, and I'll invite them to go together."

After a while, those who heard the news came over, but this time they didn't see Gu Zhaoyu, only a maid who was next to Gu Zhaoyu followed, saying that Gu Zhaoyu was not feeling well, so he went back home first.

Gu Qiongju curled her lips, "For some reason today, she has been silent and absent-minded, as if she has something on her mind. But since she doesn't want to tell, we don't have to ask, it must be some ulterior secret."

Having said that, Sister Feng also thought of Gu Zhaoyu's reaction when Gu Qiongju and Gu Zhaoyu quarreled when they went to Xu's house for a banquet a few days ago. Thinking about it now, something was really wrong.

"Don't worry about her, let's go have dinner." Gu Qiongju said playfully, "Third brother is really thoughtful, needless to say, it's because of my sister-in-law, and we have entrusted my sister-in-law's blessing."

Seeing the people walking away, the servant girl wiped the cold sweat from her brow, and went back to return to her life.

When I returned to the mansion at night and said hello to Mrs. Gu, both Mrs. Feng and Mrs. Liu were there.

Feng Shi first said: "Looking at Qiongju and Qionghua's smiles, I must have had a good time today. I heard that you went to Linjiang Pavilion for a drink?"

"Yes." Sister Feng replied.

Feng said regretfully: "I have long heard that Linjiang Pavilion is the best restaurant in the capital, and the food and beverages there are excellent, but Zhao Yu is not feeling well and has to go back home early, and cannot eat the food and wine of Linjiang Pavilion. What a pity."

"Naturally, the body is important. As for the Linjiang Pavilion, if there is a chance, just go again."

Feng Shi nodded.

Sister Feng said again: "Have you asked the doctor to look at it? Why don't I go and see her later?"

Feng said with a smile: "There's no need to bother, it's just a common illness in my daughter's family, and it will be fine after a night's sleep."

Sister Feng had a guess in her heart, and said: "That's good. Since you are not feeling well, you should take a good rest these few days."

You family.

Several lamps were lit in the room, which was very bright.Although the house is not as big as a wealthy family, it is not small. It has everything that should be in the house, and Mrs. You doesn't have to worry about food and clothing. Compared with ordinary small families, life is much better. It all depends on You's family. help.

Although Mrs. You wants to be rich and prosperous, she also knows that You Shi, as a stepdaughter who has no blood relationship with her, has helped her enough, and she dare not ask for anything from You Shi, so she can only rely on her two daughters up.

Therefore, she knew that Second Sister You had a marriage contract long ago, so she asked Mrs. You to help find another family for Second Sister You.As for whether it is the main room or the concubine's room, she has not considered it, as long as it is a wealthy family.

While she was doing needlework, she was thinking about the marriage of Second Sister You and Third Sister You. When she heard the door open, she looked up and saw Third Sister You entering the room. Second Sister You followed behind with her head down.

Mrs. You hurriedly put down her needle and thread, and stood up, "I have been out and about all day, did you encounter any happy things, please tell my mother quickly."

Third Sister You remained silent and drank a cup of tea by herself.

Second Sister You glanced at Third Sister You, but said nothing.

Mrs. You didn't notice Third Sister You's ugly face, she clapped her hands and said, "Look at me, I was only interested in asking you questions. At this time, you haven't eaten yet? I left some food for you..."

"No need." Third Sister You interrupted.

Mrs. You was puzzled.

Second Sister You hurriedly said, "Mom, don't be too busy, we've already eaten."

"Eat it?" Mrs. You said, "Where did you eat it?"

Second Sister You saw that Third Sister You's complexion still did not ease, she sighed inwardly, "Linjiang Pavilion."

Of course, Mrs. You had also heard of Linjiang Pavilion, she didn't know anything else, but she knew that a meal in Linjiang Pavilion cost a lot of money.Hearing Second Sister You say this, I couldn't help feeling distressed.

Second Sister You hurriedly said again: "Mother, don't worry, someone else invited us to go."

As soon as Mrs. You became interested, she asked, "Which family is it from?"

Third Sister You, who had been silent all this time, sneered and said, "Mother is smart, she can tell whether it is a son or a girl without asking."

Mrs. You choked, "I'm just making a random guess."

Third Sister You said mockingly, "I think Mother just wants to do this? Ordinary women, not to mention strangers, even relatives should avoid suspicion. We were invited by strangers to accompany us for fun. Mother is not angry, why? Still happy?"

Mrs. You was upset, "What nonsense, am I doing this for your own good?"

Third Sister You retorted, "Let us lose our reputation and make fun of others, is it for our own good?"

"Didn't you go too? What are you talking about now?"

"I can walk and sit upright, and I am not afraid of others' comments."

From Sanjie You's point of view, no matter whether she drinks with a strange man or undresses in front of him, as long as she doesn't take the last step with him, she is still pure and pure.Those who talk about her behind her back and damage her reputation are all ordinary people who don't understand her.The person she likes and wants to marry will definitely not care about the rumors outside, only such people are worthy of her.

Mrs. You didn't know what to say, she was silent for a while and said, "Since that's the case, why are you angry?"

Third Sister You let out a cold snort, "I'm angry, how can people like me and my elder sister be so defiled by others? What do they think of us, girls from Qinlou and Chuguan?"

Mrs. You: "..."

Although this is her daughter, Mrs. You still wants to say that since she doesn't want to be defiled by others, no one can tie her up to be defiled by others.After doing something that damaged her reputation, why did she complain again? Isn't all this her own choice?

The reputation is gone, and she still insists on thinking that she is a person like gold and jade. I really don't know what Third Sister You thinks.

Second Sister You is not like Third Sister You, since she did it, she doesn't regret it.Many men look serious on the surface, but they don't know what to do in private. The ones they like the most are beautiful, bold and charming women, and she is like that herself.Therefore, she is sure to find a noble person.

Mrs. You didn't want to pay attention to Third Sister You, and asked Second Sister You, "Who is it?"

Second Sister You lowered her head, "It's the masters of the Jia family."

"But there is the Ningguo Mansion?"

Second Sister You nodded.

Mrs. You understood, "From this point of view, there is still a chance."

She naturally knew about the matter between Second Sister You and Jia Zhen and his son, but it has been so long, and neither of Jia Zhen and his son said that they would take Second Sister You into the house, so Mrs. You was naturally impatient, so she could only ask Second Sister You to find another house .

Second Sister You knew what Old Madam You was thinking and her own situation, so she bit her lips, "I advise Mother to accept this thought. Eldest sister is Master Jia Zhen's wife, and I am Master Rong's aunt in name, how can I Going to be a concubine in Ningguo Mansion? If someone finds out, they don’t know how to scold us.”

Mrs. You said: "Then what should we do, we can't keep delaying?"

Third Sister You interrupted again: "Instead of worrying about this, it's better to think about how to explain to the Zhang family."

Mrs. You turned her head and said: "What do you know, how can a poor family like the Zhang family be worthy of your sister? It doesn't matter if there is an engagement, at worst, the marriage will be divorced."

"What if the Zhang family doesn't want to divorce?"

Mrs. You said confidently: "At that time, your sister will find someone powerful and powerful, and threaten the Zhang family. This marriage must be withdrawn if it is not withdrawn."

"Mother said it lightly, the Ningguo Mansion refused to accept my sister, so how could it be so easy to find another family?"

Mrs. You pondered for a moment, "Today you went to the countryside to enjoy the flowers, and you didn't meet any noble young master?"

Second Sister You was also upset, "They are just sour scholars who can only recite poems and make mistakes. The sons of those rich families just took advantage of it and left."

"You didn't say that you are a relative of Ningguo Mansion?"

"Yes, but to no avail."

In the final analysis, Ningguo Mansion is just like Rongguo Mansion, but it is nothing more than empty air. It is not as good as Rongguo Mansion having a virtuous concubine.The Ningguo Mansion doesn't even have anyone who can support the scene, so the noble sons of other families naturally look down on them.

Mrs. You suddenly turned from joy to sorrow, "What should I do?" She still didn't want to give up, so she asked again, "Is there really no suitable person?"

Thinking of something, Second Sister You blushed.

There is still something that Mrs. You doesn't understand, and hope is ignited in her heart again, "Quickly tell me, whose family is it?"

Second Sister You was a little shy, and said in a low voice, "I met once at Wang's house by chance that day, and met again when I went to Linjiang Pavilion for a drink tonight."

Mrs. You clapped her hands and said, "I heard you say that, isn't it fate?"

Third Sister You couldn't bear to look away, "However, I haven't said a word to my sister. It's too early to talk about fate. And as far as I know, that person has no concubine, only one wife. Want to come to his wife?" It must be a powerful one, and my sister will definitely suffer if she rushes to become a concubine."

Mrs. You didn't have time to ask who the man was, and immediately said: "So what? It's normal for men from noble families to have more concubines. It doesn't matter how powerful the main wife is, as long as the man's heart is firmly grasped. In your hand, even the main wife will give you three points. Fame is important, but a man's favor is more important. As long as you get the favor, you can have everything you want? Men like gentle and considerate women, let alone my daughter. With such beauty, is it easy to win a man's heart? If you have a son at that time, you may have a great fortune in the future."

There are more people who spoil their concubines and destroy their wives. At that time, with a little trickery, they might be able to let their sons take the place of the legitimate sons.

Seeing that they insisted on this, Third Sister You didn't say anything more.Although she doesn't agree with Second Sister You's actions, she is her own sister after all. If Second Sister You is bullied, she will stand up for her.

"After all, which family is it?" Mrs. You asked.

Second Sister You hesitated and said: "It is indeed a lord's family, but speaking of it, the Jia family can be regarded as relatives..."

Sister Feng sneezed suddenly after taking a bath.

Gu Xing hurriedly put on a piece of clothing for her, "Are you catching a cold?"

Sister Feng shook her head, "It's okay, maybe it's because I went out to enjoy the flowers today, and the pollen got on my clothes."

She walked to the dressing table, combed her hair, and then picked up a few hairpins and hairpins in the box to look at them.

"Although the material is not good, it is unique. Your vision is really good."

Gu Xingchi surrounded her from behind, looked at the figure in the mirror, and said with a smile, "As long as you like it." He gently kissed her side face, and whispered: "It's getting late, it's time to rest. …”

"Almost forgot." Sister Feng stood up suddenly, "I haven't tasted the flower cakes that were rewarded by the palace today. The cakes made by the royal chef in the palace must be the best, so don't let them go to waste."

After saying that, he called Ping'er to come in with flower cakes.

Gu Xingchi: "..."