vrcanaries Chapter 291 Mirror Flowers and Moon in the Water
Chapter 291 Mirror Flowers and Moon in the Water
Speaking of this episode, it was also a trick of fate.
Many years ago, the old lady wanted to plot against others, but accidentally made Su Zhibin a concubine, and also added this branch to the Su family.
According to the family rules of the Duke of Fuguo's Mansion, a man is not allowed to take a concubine unless he is over 40 years old and has no children. This rule is an iron law that cannot be disobeyed.
After the matter was exposed, the old lady still insisted that Su Chenyi accept his niece's granddaughter.
Faced with such a deadlock, Su Chenyi had to seek help from his father, Su Zhibin, who lived away from the hustle and bustle of the world, hoping to use his strength again to resolve this family dispute.
When Su Zhibin learned about this series of events, he was furious, and the taut string in his heart finally broke.
Without stopping for a moment, he rushed back to the Prince's Mansion. His footsteps echoed in the quiet mansion, and every step seemed to step on everyone's heart.
Amid the astonished gazes of the family elders and juniors, he suddenly stopped, his eyes as sharp as a knife, pointing directly at the old lady.
That slap was loud and heavy, with an irresistible determination, as if it was an outburst of years of accumulated resentment. It not only knocked the old lady to the ground, but also made the hearts of everyone present tremble.
Then, Mu Chenchen, in a low and majestic voice, like a cold wind in midwinter, severely reprimanded Su Yuze and Su Jieqing.
Every word was powerful, ordering them to leave immediately. The irrefutable tone was mixed with disappointment and determination. From now on, the threshold of the Duke of Fuguo's Mansion would be an insurmountable limit for them.
The old lady was carefully helped up by her servants. Without a word of explanation, she walked silently towards the Buddhist hall. Her back looked particularly lonely.
The door of the Buddhist temple was slowly closed, as if isolating all the disturbances outside, leaving only the coldness and tranquility in the room.
It will become a place for her to reflect and redeem herself. Day after day, accompanied by Buddhist incense and Sanskrit sounds, she will savor solitude and inner peace.
Su Chenyi stepped into the Duke of Fuguo's Mansion with a gloomy face and a twisted brow.
The once kind grandmother has now become the center of family disputes. All these changes make him feel mixed emotions.
During those years, his grandmother's love was like a gentle spring breeze that nourished his childhood. But now, for the benefit of his mother's family, he is caught up in this endless vortex.
In his heart, the decline of his uncle's family was no secret, and his cousin was even more powerless to change the situation. It was a pity that his grandmother still hadn't realized it.
Upon hearing the news, Xiao Zhixue just shook her head slightly, her eyes full of a thorough understanding of the human nature and the world.
In this world, the only one you can rely on is yourself. No matter how many expectations you have, they will ultimately be illusions.
The afternoon sun lazily sprinkled on the window lattice. Siqin walked in quietly, and the sound of the announcement broke the silence in the room.
Xiao Zhixue's eyes lit up when she heard this, and she hurriedly ordered, "Please come in, I really miss Sister Ling and Auntie."
During the waiting time, Xiao Zhixue's mood drifted gently with the breeze outside the window. It was not until half an hour later that Xiao Ruoling and Jiang appeared in her sight.
She knew very well that the two of them must first pay their respects to Princess An, and after some greetings, they would then go to her Liuli Courtyard.
Xiao Qinxin was in Jiang's arms, her little face full of curiosity about the world. Her big eyes inherited from her mother rolled around as if exploring every corner.
Xiao Zhixue was amused by this clever little boy. She stretched out her finger and called out gently, "Lianlian, come and play with your aunt."
Xiao Qinxin stared at Xiao Zhixue with her round eyes. Her little head tilted and her body instinctively leaned towards Xiao Zhixue.
Xiao Ruoling quickly held the child firmly, smiling lovingly: "Sister, you are pregnant now, there are plenty of opportunities, there is no need to rush."
Jiang also agreed, "That's right, safety comes first. We will be close for a long time in the future."
Seeing this, Xiao Zhixue had no choice but to give up and arranged for everyone to sit down. She also considerately asked An Lan to bring a cushion so that Xiao Qinxin could sit more comfortably.
Her thoughtfulness and delicacy made Jiang unable to help but dissuade her, but she compromised in the face of Xiao Zhixue's insistent eyes.
Talking about the care during this period, Jiang's eyes were filled with gratitude: "Xue'er, we all feel your kindness. This time, I came here to tell you that I will be returning to Qingzhou Prefecture in three days."
Xiao Zhixue was surprised, but more puzzled: "Aunt, why do you want to go back so suddenly? My brothers are all studying with me in Beijing, so you should move here too. Besides, my great grandfather is about to step down, and my uncle will also come to Beijing. Wouldn't it be nice for the whole family to be reunited?"
Jiang smiled bitterly, revealing her hidden worries: "Xue'er, you don't know, I received a letter saying that my uncle had an affair in Qingzhou. If I don't go back, I'm afraid..."
Xiao Zhixue's heart sank. This was obviously a complicated dispute within the family and it was not convenient for her to intervene.
Looking at Xiao Ruoling, I saw that she also had a bitter smile on her face. It was obvious that her father's persuasion did not have much effect.
After seeing off Jiang's mother and daughter, Xiao Zhixue immediately sent Qingyue to invite Xiao Wang to the palace in the evening to discuss the matter in detail.
As the sun set, Xiao Wang and his son-in-law Fan Yanmu walked into the palace, and Xiao Zhixue told them everything directly.
After hearing this, Xiao Wang frowned and was extremely angry. What his elder brother did was undoubtedly a deep stab in his old father's heart.
On the other side, in a small courtyard in the capital, Pan Zhuoqing was about to go out to visit a friend, but was interrupted by a servant outside the door.
After some inquiries, he learned that it was Wei An from Xu Mansion in Huzhou who delivered the letter.
Pan Zhuoqing's heart moved, and he hurriedly took the letter and invited Wei An into the house. However, after unfolding the letter, his expression suddenly changed. In addition to being shocked, he felt a chill in his heart, as if it was inextricably linked to the incident of the maid in the mansion a few months ago.
"How dare she! Isn't this putting our whole family in the spotlight?"
Pan Zhuoqing's questioning echoed in the air. Wei An lowered his head in silence. He still remembered the turmoil of those days vividly.
And that letter, like a stone, dropped into the calm lake of life, stirring up waves.
Just as Pan Zhuoqing fell into deep thought and sat down on a stone bench in a daze, Meng Luoning, who was reciting scriptures nearby, was drawn out by a scream. The scene in front of her surprised her: her husband was sitting there in a daze, seemingly thinking about some deep problem.
She gently pushed Pan Zhuoqing beside her, but unexpectedly he lost his balance. His body swayed violently and he fell to the cold ground with a heavy sound.
Meng Luo Ning's heart tightened. Without caring about anything else, she quickly took two steps forward, stretched out her arms and held his arms tightly, while anxiously calling out to the maids and servants around her: "Come and help! Someone come quickly!"
For a moment, the air was filled with tension and panic. Upon hearing the noise, the servants rushed over and helped Pan Zhuoqing up carefully. Their steps were hurried but cautious, for fear that any carelessness would worsen his condition.
After settling everything down, one of them hurried out and sent a servant to the city's medical clinic to call for a doctor.
After about an incense stick of time, the doctor arrived breathlessly. Meng Luo Ning's heart was filled with anxiety and expectation. Ever since her master retired from officialdom, even finding a doctor has become so difficult. The world is so fickle and it is really sad.