Prequel to the Red Chamber: I Am the Second Wife

Jia Min didn't come to see Zili until a few days after Zili came back. Zili knew that Jia Zheng had a fight with his sister, and Jia Min was still holding back his anger.She also made preparations for her visit to Zili today. Everyone first went to Jiamu's place to talk. Naturally, Xifeng knew that Jia Min was making a fuss at Zili, so she didn't dare to joke casually. Instead, she became much more restrained.Without Sister Feng joking around, the atmosphere became awkward. Everyone sat for a while and then Mother Jia waved her hands boredly: "I'm tired, you go your separate ways." Sister Feng hurriedly supported her waist and said, "I still have something to do." , if Madam has nothing to say, I will leave first."

Mrs. Xing just wanted to avoid the coming storm quickly, so she stood up hurriedly and said goodbye.Zili glanced at Jia Min and said to her, "Madam, why don't you sit with me and go see Maoer." Jia Zhu's son, Jia Zheng, named him Jia Mao. I really don't like that name.

Jia Min nodded and went out with her and got in the car to the new house. After getting off the car, Zili didn't go back directly. She looked at Jia Min and said with a smile: "The weather is good, I think the third sister hasn't been here yet." What about my house, I will accompany you for a walk." Jia Min nodded, and the two of them walked slowly along the clear water in the garden with a few girls and women, admiring the scenery.Jia Min saw that the garden was exquisitely built, with lush vegetation, and it was exquisite and unique to hide the pavilions and pavilions: "After all, the second brother is too old-fashioned. Now which of the big families in the capital is building a garden, since the emperor wants to do it Why do you have to be so rigid, even if you build a splendid house, you don’t dare to say anything. After all, it’s the princess’s natal home, it’s too shabby to make people look like it.”

Jia Zheng and Jia Min were a little dissatisfied when they mentioned it, with teasing in their tone.Zili said unhurriedly: "It's because of Yuan girl that we can't build a lot. When it comes to building gardens or something, the princes and officials in the court don't have the resources like your brother. How many years do you think he has been doing this?" Official of the Ministry of Industry, your brother is responsible for many projects in the royal family. I have never seen any kind of good things, and I don’t have any kind of craftsmen. But even if they are built, what’s the point? The emperor hates extravagance and waste, and your brother still has the head What a mess. Even if he was so cautious and low-key, he still got his way, and almost got his whole family sent to the border. You still laughed at him for being stingy!"

Zili glanced at Jia Min, and said seriously, "We are all women, and we don't know much about the outside world. It's just that my mother told me to be diligent and thrifty when I was a child, and not to show off. But I don't know how you are in charge of the Lin family. .Uncle Lin is not easy now. The capital is different from the outside, and the officials and censors are watching." Zili's words made Jia Min's face turn red and white. She grew up with Jia's mother, so she naturally liked it. It is extravagant, gorgeous and pompous.It's always a little uncomfortable to come to such a low-key Lin family.Fortunately, with Lin Ruhai watching these years, Jia Min was not in the mood to show off, so the husband and wife lived in peace.Suddenly Zili said it today, and Jia Min's face felt a little feverish.

"You husband and wife are really different, that's all, I can't say enough about you. As the saying goes, time sees people's hearts. At first, I thought you were a kind person who treated me sincerely. Now I understand that you still hate me. I have only Yuer is a daughter. For the sake of her lifelong event, I just beg not to make the child wronged. I was a little worried when I entrusted Yuer to you, fearing that you would take Yuer to vent your anger, but Yuer wrote to say that you were very good to her , I still think you are a generous person. Unexpectedly, you are a person who hides traitors in your heart and plots against me with your daughter's life. Now you are cruel, her father has promised Yu'er and the Wang family's marriage, you can do whatever you want Take Yu'er to punish me." Seeing no one around, Jia Min had a showdown with Zili.

Zili almost laughed angrily when he heard Jia Min's words: "Oh, so I am such a vicious person, but I am also stupid. Why should I hate you?"

Jia Min said angrily: "Isn't it that I called you around when I was not married before! You have always kept in mind to find an opportunity to take revenge."

"You also know that you call me around. I am your daughter-in-law. Speaking of which, I am your second sister-in-law. It is my duty to be filial to my parents-in-law. It is also my duty to be a sister-in-law to take care of my sister-in-law and uncle. It’s just that your parents were there at that time, and you were the girl supported by the whole family. Ask yourself how I treat you. How can I be your sister-in-law, do you have a little respect for me? Now you are shouting that I hold grudges, what do I hold grudges for? Why do you bear the grudge? You didn't do it yourself!" Jia Min was speechless after Zili's words, she thought about the situation at the time, Zili took good care of her, and never took her princess illness to heart On the other hand, she was too arrogant and indulgent. Although she knew something was wrong later, she still refused to bow her head and admit her mistake.

Thinking of this, Jia Min stopped talking, and she was speechless for a long time before she muttered: "You said I was narrow-minded, and you didn't take the previous accounts to turn over. Yu'er will marry into your natal family in the future, so she wants to live in your hands !"

"You look shrewd, but you are actually the most confused person. Daiyu is married to my natal family. I, a aunt who has been married for many years, don't care about her family's affairs. If you think Yu'er is really down It's in my hands. I have selfish intentions, do you dare to say this in front of others? You are narrow-minded, and you think that others are just as foolish as you!" Zili angrily flung his sleeves and walked away. .

Jia Min's face was also flushed at the same place, she didn't expect Zili, who was always gentle, to suddenly get angry, it would be very scary.The most terrible thing is that Zili's words make sense, but he doesn't stand for reason at all.When Jia Min couldn't get over the embarrassment on his face, the woman next to Jia Min said: "My wife has wronged my sister-in-law. I have come here a few times with my wife, and I have heard what the girls who followed the girl said. Because of the reason, the wife loves the girl too much, and cares about it, and she is almost confused. They said that when our girl was here, their second wife took the girl as her own, and patiently taught her to learn the skills of a housekeeper and how to pick up people. Treating things, how to socialize with relatives and friends. These are the skills that girls will use when they get married in the future. On the contrary, although the old lady in their family loves the girls, she just jokes with them. How can the old lady care about this when she is old? Besides, what their wife said just now is correct. Our girl is married to her natal family. Mrs. Wang has seen her before, and she is the most kind to people. How can they make things difficult for our girl? Their grandmother said she My mother-in-law always praises her good luck from the bottom of her heart. Her background is not as good as our girl's, and she is willing to treat her like this. Let alone our girl. It's their second master who begged for her. Isn't that good? It makes sense to wait."

Jia Min listened to the mother-in-law's words and smacked carefully before she understood. She also felt that she was stupid just now, and said mockingly: "I am really a fool, why didn't you remind me earlier!" Jia Min suddenly found that she was annoyed. There is no advantage in having Zili. Mrs. Wang and Zili are sisters-in-law. I heard that they have a very good relationship. If Zili and Mrs. Wang Ziteng have something to say, what will happen to Daiyu when she gets married.She only thought that it was Zili who deliberately read her jokes to match Daiyu and Shixiang's marriage, but she completely forgot what her original intention was to find Daiyu a husband.

Seeing Jia Min annoyed and angry, several women and girls dare not speak, thinking to themselves who would dare to persuade you at this juncture, you believe everything your natal mother says, how could we as servants intervene?

"Madam, don't blame yourself. I don't think their wife is a mean person. It's better for the wife to calm down and say a few nice words to her. The wife loves the girl so much, what is my face?" The old woman and the girl Together they persuaded Jia Min to let go of her airs and subdue Zili first.

After thinking about it, Jia Min could only sigh and say: "Forget it, I'll risk my face for my daughter." After talking, Jia Min took someone to the room.

After walking for a while, I suddenly heard the voices of a few girls coming from a rose bush, "Now that the second master is no longer studying with the master, our affairs have increased instead. Have you picked all those roses?"

"It's all picked, and they are all in the same color as the second master ordered. A few days ago, I heard the news that Miss Lin was engaged to go home. The second master was in a state of despair all day long. He has recovered these few days. Sister, what do you say? Is the Lord a fool? After hearing the news of Miss Lin’s return, he was like a wooden man all day long, foolishly, he would eat what was given to him, and drink what was given to him. Sitting blankly. Now that Miss Yun is here and someone is playing with him, it is said that the second master cares about the sisters, even the wife said so. If the second girl, the third girl, and the fourth girl are all married Now, what can Second Master do!" The little girl's voice was crisp, and every word came to Jia Min's ears clearly.Jia Min stood still. She waved her hand to the people behind her to signal not to make a sound. Jia Min heard two completely different words from the girl's mouth and Jia's mother's mouth.

What kind of person is my nephew Jia Baoyu?Jia Mindao is a little confused now. In her heart, Baoyu is an extremely gentle and considerate person, and she obeys Yuer's words. Every time Jia Min comes to see Baoyu, she is a smart, cute, well-mannered child. He is good-looking and has a good personality. Either way, he was born with a piece of beautiful jade on the grass, heralding his extraordinary life in the future.Jia Min sees that Baoyu is the mother-in-law and the son-in-law. The more she looks at it, the more she is satisfied.Why did Baoyu become a fool in the girl's mouth?Jia Min continued to listen.

"What do you know, you little hoof? I heard from the words of sister Xiren next to Baoyu that Second Master Bao seems to have that kind of meaning for Miss Lin. Therefore, Second Master Bao is sad because Miss Lin is engaged." A girl lowered her voice to spread shocking news.

"Bah, what are you talking about, my wife heard you and beat you to death carefully." The little girl knew very well what gossip could and couldn't be said, saying that Baoyu and Daiyu had an affair would corrupt Baoyu and Daiyu Yu's reputation, not to mention Zili, even any housekeeper who hears about it, will immediately beat the tongue-twister to death.The girl sticks out her tongue, and still needs to distinguish: "I see that's right, I didn't say this, but Xiren said it. She is in Baoyu's house, how could she not know?"

"You are still talking, what do you say about Miss Lin and Master Bao? I don't think that is the case at all. Miss Lin is studying housekeeping with the second wife every day. At that time, the second master may not see each other every day when he is in school. Even if it is a garden Living here, I didn’t see the second master going to Miss Lin’s place every day. I stayed with Miss Lin before, and every time the second master came, he would sit and talk politely. Yes, Miss Yun and Second Master grew up together, and they talk more casually. You see, Miss Yun has come these few days, and she has led Third Miss to set up a poetry club, and Second Master is happy again. But It’s just that no one is playing with him. If what you said, the second master was sad for Miss Lin, it’s only been a month, why is it like nothing happened. You watch the songs sung in the drama, the songs of those affectionate young masters and young ladies It is very sad to be separated, and she died of lovesickness. You see, the second master is sincere to Miss Lin!" The little girl expressed her opinion eloquently.

"But, but this is what Xiren said." The other still didn't want to give up, emphasizing that the source of the news was very reliable.

"Xiren is the most hateful thing. Although I have only been here for a few days, I hate this evil-minded person the most. You all say that Qingwen has a strong hoof. I think she is really powerful, but Xiren has no schemes." That day, no one in the room asked for tea. When I went in to pour a cup of tea, Qingwen saw me and scolded me. Although I was angry, I thought about who called me a person without a famous brand. The matter passed. Who knows that Qingwen would come to trouble me a few days later, I was wondering, someone told me that Qingwen was a provocateur to me, she was a virtuous woman, she was a good person when she found fault and stopped her I don’t think it’s so bad behind the scenes! I don’t hesitate to stay here, I just want to ask for grace to go out after a year. Look at the crazy looks of Xiren Qingwen, I’m afraid someone will snatch Baoyu away Who cares? Second Master Bao is not as good as Second Master Lian, not to mention compared with Uncle. I can't even look up to a girl, and I even call Miss Lin." The little girl said unforgivingly, Baba I talked for a long time.The girl listened and thought about it and said nothing else: "You, this mouth is really powerful. We care about those nosy things. I can see that the wife and the master have no hope for the second master. It's ridiculous. They are still dreaming." As they spoke, the girls went on picking flowers.

Jia Min's legs were sore from standing, she couldn't tell what it was like, it turned out that she was so wrong.The mother is really old, she only thinks that Yu'er will not be wronged by her side, but she forgets the most basic requirement for a woman to marry, to have a husband she can rely on.Even if Yu'er marries into her natal family, Mother Jia can't protect them for the rest of their lives. According to the girl, Baoyu is a half-hearted and uncertain person, not to mention Yu'er's future in the future, even Baoyu himself is not a lover who can be entrusted to her for life. .At a very young age, Jia Min had seen the girl named Xiren who was the housemate, and Jia Mu also praised her for being gentle and careful, hmph, she really is a charming girl.When a gust of wind blew, Jia Min trembled, and she almost ruined her daughter's happiness herself!

Zili was teasing Jia Zhu and Li Jin's son. Although Jia Mao was born prematurely, he has become a white and tender little bun under careful feeding.Zili hugged her grandson with an unreal feeling that she had a grandson! "Ma'am, my aunt is here." Following an announcement, Jia Min had already entered. "I still don't come here in front of my aunt." Zi Lipi forced a smile at Jia Min with a half-hearted smile.

Jia Min's face was ashamed, she looked at the baby in Zili's arms and said enviously: "You are full of children and grandchildren now, and everything is going well. But I still worry about my children, your anger should calm down , I used to be so proud that even God couldn’t stand it anymore, which makes me suffer now.” Jia Min looked at the baby’s face and sighed slightly.

"I've long forgotten about the past. I'm just very disappointed. I always feel that between people, true feelings are exchanged for true feelings. Only when others are kind to others can they treat me well. But who knew that there are white-eyed wolves in the world." This thing, everything I say is meant to hurt people, and it's all my fault anyway." Zili complained to Jia Min, and Jia Min's face turned red when he said it.

"I suffer because of my weak ears. My sister-in-law should not argue with me because of Yu'er and Shixiang's face. I will still ask my sister-in-law from now on." Jia Min finally understood who was sincere to her.

Seeing Jia Min's sincere attitude, Zili stopped reproaching him: "I was also temporarily annoyed, so don't take it to heart. We all have children, so we have to think more about our families. Yu'er and Shixiang are very suitable, I know you are worried about Yu'er being wronged. Let me tell you the truth, my sister-in-law is a kind person. She and my brother always think that they are not the biological parents of the daughter-in-law. Why should other girls be filial to themselves? Those who really want to be filial to themselves are The son is not someone else's daughter. Therefore, my brother and sister-in-law don't like to set rules, as long as the daughters-in-law can live in peace of mind. Daiyu is sensitive and weak, and it is difficult to stand in front of her mother-in-law every day, but Shixiang wants to do it Officer, he will naturally take his family with him when he gets a foreign job. Naturally, Yu’er doesn’t have to stand by the rules. Also, I’m not boasting about my nephew. You can ask your master about Shixiang’s talents and learning, Shixiang’s knowledge and character are not good. It's an insult to Daiyu. Marriage is a matter of the young couple's affection. We only need to look at the character of the future son-in-law, and the family background and knowledge should not be out of line."

Jia Min was convinced by Zili's words, and she sighed: "This is the kind words to start a family, it's too late for me to hear it. You don't want me to be a biological mother. You should care about Yu'er. I am a mother. But—almost hurt her daughter." Jia Min wiped the corners of her eyes with a handkerchief, with a look of guilt and apology: "Yu'er is also a blessing from her previous life to have you as her aunt, and I am grateful to you for the rest of my life."

Zili and Jia Min, the sisters-in-law finally unraveled their knots, and became friends with each other. Although Lin Ruhai's family is not prosperous, but now he is doing well as an official. As soon as the news came out, it became a good talk in the capital.The emperor was really interested in Wang Ziteng, and especially allowed Wang Ziteng to come to the capital to report on his duties and hold wedding events. Wang Ziteng followed the emperor's order and hurried to the capital to marry his son.

The Lin family here is sparsely populated, so Lin Ruhai personally came to ask Jia Zheng to be a matchmaker, and asked Zili to help arrange Daiyu's wedding.Jia Zheng and Zili naturally agreed. Everyone has tendencies. Seeing that the Lin family, Jia family, and Wang family are all very prominent, many people came to the Lin family and Jia family to give gifts and congratulations. stand up.

Although Jia's mother was unhappy that they could not arrange the marriage of the two Yu'er, but when Zili and Jia Zheng acquiesced in their plans for Baoyu's marriage, Jia's mother became happy.The grandson still kisses with her.Just when Mother Jia was thinking about how to open her mouth with even her nephews to confirm Xiangyun and Baoyu's marriage.On this day, Sister Feng brought bad news: "The commotion over there is getting worse and worse. I heard that Rong's daughter-in-law went to Beijing Prince's Mansion as a guest, and she didn't come back all night. I heard that she went out from time to time these days."

Qin Keqing didn't die, but lived more and more willfully. The matter between her and Jia Zhen has long been a secret on the surface.When Jia's mother heard this, her face turned red: "Jen'er is also crazy for shameless things! Just let her mess around, where will the face of Jia's ancestors be put!"