HCB Chapter 248 The one who made Second Brother completely infatuated
Chapter 248 The one who made Second Brother completely infatuated
Zhai Rongyu suddenly seemed to remember something.
I remember, my second brother met his goddess at a banquet, and from that moment on, he was instantly smitten, tragically embarking on the path of a devoted admirer.
The plot has shifted quite a bit now, and I don't even know which banquet it's moved to.
Could this be the wedding banquet tonight?!
She suddenly jumped off Jun Ce's lap.
"Ah Xu!" She patted Jun Ce on the shoulder. "Don't talk about this anymore, saving your brother is the priority."
She should go see Zhai Jiqing and, if possible, give him a heads-up.
She pulled Jun Ce toward the outer courtyard when Fei Ying suddenly appeared. "My lord, there's been progress on the matter you were investigating."
"What is it? What is it?" Zhai Rongyu looked at Jun Ce.
Lou Yu.
He looked at the girl with an inscrutable expression; some things didn't need to be said, she would understand on her own.
Zhai Rongyu understood immediately.
The accusation that the five princes colluded with the enemy and betrayed their country is not so easy to prove.
He is still someone the Emperor trusts; without more concrete evidence, it may be impossible to convict him.
It seems Ah Xu has been investigating this matter since he returned.
She smiled at Jun Ce, "Go ahead, remember to come to the banquet tonight for a drink."
"Okay." Jun Ce smiled. "I'll have Hua Ying follow you. If anything happens, tell me immediately."
"Okay, okay~" Zhai Rongyu pushed him.
[If I keep nagging, I'll sound like a mother hen!]
Jun Ce shook his head, pinched her cheek, and lingered his gaze on her lips with reluctance. "You little ingrate, I'll deal with you tonight."
Zhai Rongyu made a face as he watched him and Fei Ying leave the Minister's residence together.
She arrived at Zhai Jiqing's courtyard.
"Second brother?"
Zhai Rongyu pushed open the door and went in, but after searching for a long time, she couldn't find anyone. Instead, she was stunned by the books and manuscripts that filled the room.
She picked up a piece of paper at random.
"Women can also participate in politics and business..."
"Abolish the system of concubines, so that they can display their talents freely..."
"Little sister?" Zhai Jiqing pushed open the door and entered the room. He saw Zhai Rongyu looking at his drafts and reached out to take them away, feeling a little embarrassed.
Zhai Rongyu was surprised to find her hands empty and looked at the newcomer with some surprise.
"I never imagined that my second brother would have ideas about women's rights."
Zhai Jiqing coughed lightly.
"These are just some superficial thoughts," he said, looking at Zhai Rongyu. "I think it's because you and Mu Ling are both self-reliant, which is more impressive than ordinary men. So I have these thoughts. They are not mature, so please don't laugh at me, little sister."
"How could that be?" Zhai Rong's almond-shaped eyes lit up. "Second Brother's idea is excellent. With you in Longyan, the future is bright!"
She chuckled and leaned closer, "However, if you tell your father this, he'll definitely beat you."
[Father has eighteen concubines!]
If he knew his second brother had designs on deposing his concubine, who knows how he would deal with this "rebellious son."
Zhai Jiqing replied seriously, "Father might support me."
"How long has it been since he last entered the inner quarters?"
"He keeps these concubines in the mansion as decorations to silence gossip. If he were to abolish the concubines, he wouldn't have to go through all this trouble and could enjoy some peace and quiet."
"Moreover, infighting among concubines often leads to unrest in the household."
Zhai Rongyu looked at him with a smile, "Second Brother wants to be with only one person for life?"
"What are you saying?" Zhai Jiqing glanced at her, feeling a pang of sympathy. "I have no interest in women."
"Oh?" Zhai Rongyu raised an eyebrow.
[When you meet your goddess today, you might just be proven wrong by Kuku.]
goddess?
Zhai Jiqing gripped the manuscript paper tightly in his hand.
Could it be the woman my younger sister mentioned in her previous thoughts, the one who would cause her to die a violent death in the street?
He narrowed his eyes dangerously.
It's best if he doesn't run into this woman.
otherwise……
Just then, a servant came to report, "The eldest young master's wedding procession has arrived outside the manor!"
"The bride is here!" Zhai Rongyu jumped up excitedly, grabbed Zhai Jiqing, and ran outside. "Quick! Let's go to the door to greet them!"
Outside the mansion.
Dressed in brocade robes and wearing a golden crown, Zhai Sangjie sat on a fiery red horse, his face beaming with joy.
Following behind was a neat and orderly wedding procession.
As the sedan chair arrived at the gate of the mansion, Zhai Sangjie shot three blank arrows at the sedan chair, then dismounted, walked to the sedan chair, and gently called out, "Xiruo."
The matchmaker was shocked. "General! This is against the rules!"
Zhai Sangjie's hawk-like gaze fell on her, and the matchmaker fell silent.
"My wife will be personally welcomed into the house by me."
A slender hand emerged from the sedan curtain. Zhai Sangjie grasped it, pulled the person forward, and then scooped them up in his arms.
The onlookers gasped in surprise.
Gu Xiruo, wearing a bridal veil, bit her lip and leaned shyly against his chest, letting him carry her across the brazier and into the mansion.
Zhai Rongyu leaned over the wall, watching with delight.
Hey hey, big brother is so handsome.
The two quickly bowed to heaven and earth, and everyone welcomed Gu Xiruo back to the bridal chamber, leaving Zhai Sangjie in the front hall to entertain the guests.
Zhai Rongyu moved closer to Zhai Jiqing.
"Second brother, aren't you envious?"
Before Zhai Jiqing could answer, a servant entered and announced to Minister Zhai, who was sitting in the main seat, "Master, the Duke of Wei has come with his wife and daughters to offer their congratulations."
The Duke of Wei was a founding hero, holding a high position and great power, and should not be neglected.
Minister Zhai rose to greet him, but overheard Zhai Rongyu's inner thoughts.
【Wei Guogong? 】
A thought flashed through Zhai Rongyu's mind.
[Holy crap! I remember now!]
[Wei Wenshu, daughter of the Duke of Wei, is the one who has my second brother completely infatuated with her!]
A sharp glint flashed in Zhai Jiqing's usually gentle eyes.
Minister Zhai paused, and both Zhai Sangjie and Zhai Muling involuntarily looked at Zhai Jiqing.
"The Duke of Wei has arrived!"
A row of heads turned and stared at the newcomer.
A slender, tall man walked in. His face was somewhat cold, and he looked shrewd and capable, with a hint of ruthlessness hidden between his brows. Behind him were two women. The Duchess looked gentle and polite, but the young woman behind her had her head slightly lowered, and her face could not be seen.
The Duke of Wei walked up to Minister Zhai and said with a smile, "Congratulations, congratulations."
Minister Zhai returned the greeting with a cupped hand, saying, "Thank you for making this trip, Duke."
Duke Wei waved for the servants to bring up the congratulatory gifts. "I never expected that the Zhai family would form a marriage alliance with the Gu family. I thought you and Grand Tutor Gu were irreconcilable enemies."
A profound meaning flashed in his shrewd eyes.
"You two fought so fiercely when you were young, I never imagined you'd shake hands and make peace one day."
Minister Zhai's eyes flashed, and his tone turned cold, "If we were really going to argue, neither I nor the Duke would be speaking so calmly."
The Duke of Wei choked, and Lady Wei's expression behind her became somewhat subtle, her gentle mask almost falling off.
A gossip-loving glint ignited in Zhai Rongyu's eyes.
Good heavens, I never imagined that the Duke of Wei was also a fish in my mother's pond.
Duke Wei glanced at Zhai Jiqing and suddenly said, "Shu'er, why don't you come and greet Minister Zhai?"
A row of heads turned around in unison once again.
Upon hearing this, Wei Wenshu stepped forward, bowed gracefully to Minister Zhai, and said, "This humble woman, Wei Wenshu, greets Minister Zhai and congratulates General Zhai on your perfect match."
She looked up slowly.