Red Mansion Beijingwang

In the side room, Baoyu heard Shui Rong say that this was a piece of stubborn stone. Under his delicate eyebrows, his eyes were bright and he said hurriedly: "Brother-in-law is right. It is just a piece of stone. It is nothing serious."

His brother-in-law's words really touched his heart. It was just a piece of stubborn stone. How could it be a big deal? Was there any need to make such a fuss? It was as if the sky had fallen.

Since he was a child, both Lady Jia and Mrs. Wang said that this magical jade was a symbol of great wealth and honor, saying that it was his lifeblood and so on. They hoped that he would make some great economic achievements, which made Baoyu very annoyed.

Besides, none of the sisters in the mansion had it, and he was the only one who had this piece of jade, which made him stand out from the crowd.

Therefore, to Baoyu, the spiritual jade is just a rare stone in his eyes, and he really doesn't want this thing from the bottom of his heart.

Otherwise, he wouldn't have fallen down so many times without taking it seriously.

"Shut up, you bastard, what are you talking about? That's your life!"

When Mrs. Wang heard that Baoyu actually agreed with this, she was struck by lightning, her face turned extremely pale, she raised her finger and pointed at Baoyu, her lips trembling as she began to scold him.

At this moment, Mrs. Wang even wanted to beat Baoyu to death. She felt angry and tired at the same time.

When Baoyu heard Mrs. Wang's rebuke, he immediately shrank his neck and dared not speak. But he murmured helplessly in his heart: "Look, it's happening again. How come that stone is his lifeblood? He doesn't seem to be in any trouble even if it's broken!"

Shui Rong looked at Madam Wang, who looked so disappointed in him that she could not make him become a better person. He could no longer care about her so-called "kind eyes" and his gaze could not help but freeze.

To be honest, Shui Rong didn't believe the statement that he was "born with a jade in his mouth". After all, this magical jade not only had a carved style, but also had words engraved on it. Who would believe it?

Since it was not a gift from God, it must have been man-made. Mrs. Wang's current look of "hateful and disappointed with her husband" is obviously Mrs. Wang's work.

Shui Rong roughly understood why Mrs. Wang came up with the idea of ​​"being born with a jade in the mouth".

The so-called "being born with jade in the mouth" represents strangeness and blessing. In the superstitious feudal era, it means receiving blessings from heaven, and its significance is immeasurable.

At the beginning of "Dream of Red Mansions", Leng Zixing once said: "The Duke's Mansion is not the same as before", which means that the Jia family is on the decline and urgently needs someone to take up the responsibility. At this time, Baoyu was "born with a jade in his mouth" just in time, and "a strange thing happened", which made the Duke's Mansion famous for a while, and Baoyu, who was born with a jade in his mouth, became the face of the Duke's Mansion's decoration.

To be honest, why did Baoyu, the legitimate son of the second wife, receive so much love from Grandmother Jia since he was a child? You can say it's because Baoyu looks like his grandfather, but how much can you tell from a child's appearance?

I think it is because Baoyu was born with a jade in his mouth that Jia's grandmother paid attention to him. In addition, Baoyu worked hard and looked more and more like his grandfather, so Jia's grandmother loved him more and more. She treated him like a treasure and wanted to give all the good things to Baoyu.

Don’t say that Lady Jia is smart. No matter how smart a person is, they will remain steadfast under superstition. This is the power of "faith".

It can be said that if Baoyu had not been "born with a jade in his mouth", even if he was like his grandfather, he would never have the glory he has today. Even if Jia's mother disliked the first wife, she would not be so partial to the second wife that she could firmly suppress the first wife.
But now, Baoyu, the person involved, admits that the "spiritual jade" is a piece of stubborn stone, which is undoubtedly digging his own grave.

Here, Mrs. Wang felt relieved when she saw Baoyu had calmed down. She turned her head to glance at Lady Jia, who had a gloomy face. When she met her cold gaze, she felt a chill in her heart.

The old lady has come to her senses.
At this time, Jia's mother's face was gloomy. The spiritual jade was broken. She was sad at the time, but she didn't think much about it for a while. However, now she came to her senses, especially when she saw Mrs. Wang's appearance, she became more and more certain.

If it was really a magical gem, how could it break? In other words, the story of "being born with the jade in his mouth" is false.

Thinking of this, Grandmother Jia looked at the shivering Baoyu again, feeling a sense of loss in her heart. When the Duke's Mansion was gradually declining, Baoyu's birth with a jade in his mouth was undoubtedly a shot in the arm.

In particular, Baoyu's appearance became more and more like her husband, which made Grandmother Jia certain that this was the manifestation of her husband's spirit, and that he would surely lead the Duke's Mansion to glory in the future. Even if Baoyu was "unlearned and incompetent", she would just regard him as someone who had not yet gained intelligence.

However, now, with the shattering of the spiritual jade, everything is an illusion.

Mrs. Wang had been carefully observing Lady Jia's expression. When she saw a hint of disappointment in her eyes, her heart tightened and she became anxious.

At this time, Shui Rong suddenly said, "Mother-in-law, don't blame Baoyu. The spiritual jade is just for good luck. If it is broken, let the craftsman repair it. It won't be a big deal."

Madam Wang: “.”

Jade can be repaired, but how can this miracle be repaired?
Grandmother Jia's expression changed a little, and she said, "Your Majesty is right. Well, what's the point of having so many people gathered here? Let's go."

If you look further, it's all a joke.

As she spoke, Jia's mother raised her eyes to look at Baoyu standing there in a daze. Her old face was full of complexity. She said, "Baoyu, you are tired too. Go back and rest first."

Even though he was not "born with a jade in his mouth", Baoyu was brought up by Grandmother Jia since he was a child. The relationship between grandma and grandson cannot be fake, so how could they become estranged because of this?

Baoyu's heart relaxed when he heard this. He looked up at Daiyu who was sobbing, with some worry between his eyebrows, but in the end he still replied, "Grandson knows."

Come back and apologize to Lin Daiyu later!
At this time, Baoyu still thought that the rain had stopped and the sky was clearing up, and he felt like a huge stone in his heart had fallen to the ground. Little did he know that because of the shattering of the spiritual jade, what he lost was immeasurable.

The jade that is no longer spiritual is not so rare anymore.

As Baoyu went down, Jia's mother looked at Shui Rong and said, "Your Majesty, I am sorry for not welcoming you in person. Why don't you go sit in the front hall? I will also show my hospitality as a good host."

Shui Rong replied in a gentle tone: "Old Lady, you are being too polite. I am the son-in-law of the Duke's Mansion after all, and I am not considered a guest in the Duke's Mansion."

Upon hearing this, Jia's grandmother felt relieved. Although Baoyu...had a son-in-law who was a prince, the Jia family would not decline because of this, and it would also give an explanation to the ancestors of the Jia family.

Laughing, Grandmother Jia said, "Your Majesty, what you said is very true. It is I, an old woman, who said the wrong thing."

Shui Rong didn't care when he heard that. His eyes twinkled under his delicate eyebrows. He suddenly said, "By the way, old lady, Yuanchun is bored while pregnant. She is thinking about Pin'er and Er Yatou. Can you let me take my sisters to stay in the palace for a few days so that I can accompany Yuanchun?"

After this incident, Shui Rong felt that it would be better to let Daiyu return to the palace. Otherwise, with her sentimental nature, she would probably cry for several nights.

The person is his, if he doesn't feel sorry for her, who will?

But if Daiyu was invited alone, she would feel a little embarrassed, so she simply took her sisters away.

On one side, Daiyu's delicate body trembled. She raised her pretty face with tears in her eyes and looked at the young man intently. A warmth surged in her heart.

After all, she still has her brother who loves her.

Grandmother Jia looked at Daiyu, whose eyes were filled with tears, and felt pity for her. She nodded and said, "Okay, Your Majesty, you can make the decision."

She even cursed Daiyu with words like "sickly bastard", which shows how much Mrs. Wang dislikes her. Add to that the incident of the broken jade, and there is a high probability that Mrs. Wang will vent her anger on Daiyu. It would be better for everyone if she could let Daiyu stay in the palace for a while.

Mrs. Wang lowered her eyes and said nothing. Her kind-hearted face was dim and unclear, but she didn't say anything.

Soon, Lady Jia and Mrs. Wang left with the help of a maid. Just like that, the drama caused by the shattering of the spiritual jade came to an end.

After they left, Shui Rong took a look at Xiren who was supported by a little girl. She saw that her pretty face was pale and her pink lips were bitten tightly under her pearly teeth. She frowned and asked, "What happened to Xiren?"

Zijuan stroked Daiyu's shoulder and said, "Your Majesty, Xiren was beaten by the Second Master before, and she even vomited blood."

Shui Rong was startled when he heard this, and there was a hint of surprise between his brows.

It is true that Baoyu is a hopeless person, but his character is indeed decent. He has always been the most caring towards girls, and he always says things like "girls are made of water".

This man who loved his daughter so much actually beat Xiren until she vomited blood.
Xiren endured the pain in her abdomen and said palely, "It was this servant who offended Second Master. Second Master is not to blame."

Water soluble: "."

This Xiren really has a sincere heart towards Baoyu, she is worthy of being Baoyu's confidant. After a moment of silence, Shui Rong said, "Xiren, go down and let the doctor take a look. Just tell him that it was my order. Don't worry about the consultation fee, medicine, etc., just make sure to cure your injury."

Xiren was moved when she heard this. She looked up at the gentle young man and choked up, "Thank you, Your Majesty."

She had no interactions with the prince, but he was very kind to her. On the contrary, the Second Master, whom she served wholeheartedly, showed no concern for her at all.

Why is there such a big gap between people?

At this moment, Xiren couldn't help but feel chilled towards the Second Master.

Shui Rong didn't take it seriously. After Xiren left, he walked towards Daiyu, approached her, stroked her head, and said softly, "Okay, don't cry, brother is here."

Since Xiren was nearby, he didn't want to show too much concern for Daiyu, so it was better to just dismiss her.

When the girl heard this, her heart trembled. She didn't know why, but tears fell uncontrollably. She buried her head in the boy's arms and burst into tears.

Shui Rong hugged the girl's trembling shoulders, reached out to stroke her hair that was as black as a waterfall, and comforted her silently.

He understood that Daiyu was venting her anger after being wronged, so he just let her go. It was good for her to vent her anger instead of keeping it in her heart and hurting her body.

After a while, Shui Rong's body was soaked. Noticing that Daiyu's crying had gradually subsided, he reached out and held the girl's face. He stared at the girl's red and swollen eyes, and felt pity in his heart. He gently wiped the corners of the girl's eyes with his index finger and said softly, "My dear, don't cry. If you cry any more, your makeup will be ruined. It will be very ugly."

Daiyu heard this, her two curved eyebrows stood up, and she pushed the boy away with her slender hands, biting her pink lips with her pearly teeth, and said angrily: "I am crying, and it is not my fault if I am embarrassed."

She was already feeling sad, and the young man spoke words of disdain. The more Daiyu thought about it, the sadder she became, and she choked silently.

Seeing Daiyu's tears falling uncontrollably, Shui Rong couldn't help but sigh in his heart, she has cried several times, how can she still cry? Her tears are really worthless.

I can only say that it is worthy of being called the Immortal Grass of Crimson Pearls, plump and juicy, I don't know.
Seeing this, Shui Rong softened his tone and said gently, "Brother was just joking with you, but you took it seriously."

Daiyu knew that the boy was joking, but she couldn't control her anger. She sobbed and choked, "If my brother has this attitude, it would be better... Well~"

Daiyu was about to say something, but before she could finish her words, she saw the young man coming closer and holding her lips. Her beautiful eyes widened.

She stretched out her hand and gently pushed him away a few times, but seeing that he didn't move, Daiyu simply gave up. Under the young man's gentle attack, her heart trembled, her fair face was as bright as clouds, and her beautiful eyes gradually closed.

Zijuan's face flushed as she watched this scene, her beautiful eyes slightly widened. She didn't expect that the prince would shut up his own girl when they disagreed with him. He was really straightforward and free and easy.

After a while, Shui Rong looked at the girl who had calmed down completely. Her pretty face was as rosy as clouds and her lips were slightly pursed. He couldn't help but feel proud in his heart and said softly, "Pin'er is always so eloquent. I am ashamed of myself as you are. I can only resort to this last resort. Don't blame me, Pin'er."

This is the most direct way to deal with the weird Daiyu, and it will make her calm down immediately.

Speaking of which, Lin Daiyu's lips are truly as soft as jade, just like the petals of hibiscus blooming in April, so sweet and filling.

Daiyu heard this, her pretty face flushed like fire, and she said in shame and anger: "You you."

If you can't argue with her, just shut her up. How shameless!

Despite this, Daiyu did not feel disgusted in her heart, and even felt a sweet feeling in her heart. However, she was too shy to bear it, so she lowered her head and dared not look the boy in the face.

Shui Rong understood what was happening, and gently held the girl's hand, saying in a gentle voice: "Pin'er, the old lady has already agreed to my request, so you should pack up first and follow me back to the palace later."

After all, this is the Duke's Mansion, with many people and eyes everywhere. It is enough to just have a quick taste. If someone finds out something, Shui Rong doesn't care, but he is afraid that Daiyu will be so ashamed and angry that she dare not see anyone.

When people go to the palace, they will be at his mercy.

Daiyu felt a little warm in her heart when she heard this. She nodded her head gently and said, "I understand, little sister."

Shui Rong smiled upon seeing this, and squeezed the girl's soft little hand. His eyes flickered slightly, and he turned to look at Zi Juan and said, "I'll go inform the second girl, and you ask Xue Yan to inform the fourth girl and the others to bring Miss Xing with them and prepare to go to the palace with me."

Now that Daiyu's problem has been solved, there is also the problem with Erya. They are both sisters-in-law, so we cannot favor one over the other.

As for Xing Xiyan, she was brought along to entertain Master Miaoyu.

In the dark little courtyard.

Ping Er poured a cup of tea and handed it forward, saying with some emotion: "I didn't expect that the spiritual jade would be broken. If the prince hadn't happened to come, Miss Lin would have been in trouble."

Someone has to take responsibility for the matter of the spiritual jade. Master Bao is favored by the old lady, so naturally he is fine. But although Miss Lin will not punish him severely, she will still suffer some cold words from him.

With Miss Lin's temper, how could she bear it?

Sister Feng sat on a brocade cushion, her delicate body wrapped in a brocade skirt. She took a sip of tea and hummed softly, "Didn't the prince say that it was just a piece of stubborn stone? What's the big deal?"

What a bullshit spiritual jade! Feng Jieer never took it seriously. In her opinion, what was important was Grandmother Jia's love for it. If Grandmother Jia didn't care, it would just be a rare stone.

Ping'er raised her eyes to glance at Fengjie, an unnatural look appeared on her pretty face. She pursed her lips and said softly, "Grandma, since the prince is here, why don't we ask for his instructions?"

When Feng Jieer heard this, her face was startled for a moment, then turned cold as ice.

Feng Jie knew exactly what Ping'er was talking about. It was simply that the girl Jia Lian kept outside was pregnant.

Previously, because of Baoyu's breaking of the jade, she had temporarily forgotten the "business". This time, after Ping'er's reminder, she immediately became clear and snorted coldly, "No need, I know what I am doing."

If you ask Shui Rong about this matter, the result you'll get is nothing more than a perfunctory answer. What's the use? You may even get a warning because of it.

Thinking of the "warning", Feng Jieer couldn't help but recall the shameful and angry scene of that day. She felt a surge of anger in her heart, and a strange feeling rose up in her round part, which was burning with pain.

You shameless thing, you actually dared to hit me. Humph, if it weren’t for your status as a prince, I would never let it go.

Seeing Sister Feng's firm attitude, Ping'er sighed inwardly and felt helpless.

East courtyard wing.

After the spiritual jade was shattered, Mrs. Wang knew that she could no longer hide what she had done. After returning to her own courtyard, she paced back and forth in the room, fearing that Lady Jia would come to question her, and she was very anxious.

After a long while, Mrs. Wang thought that Lady Jia's previous decision not to pursue the matter had made her realize it.

Right now, her eldest maid is pregnant with the prince's child, and she is in the prime of her life. Even if she has committed such a serious mistake, Grandmother Jia will not pursue the matter for the sake of the eldest maid.

Thinking of this, Mrs. Wang finally let go of the worry in her heart. She sat on a chair at the side, stroking the Buddhist beads in her hand, and began to think quietly.

Although Baoyu no longer had the reputation of being "born with a jade in his mouth", he was still raised by the old lady's side. The old lady had not been harsh on him before, and she just thought about the close relationship between grandparents and grandchildren, so there was no need for her to worry too much.

Besides, with her good son-in-law around, he is her greatest guarantee. The Rongguo Mansion will never be overturned.

However, to be on the safe side, the sick and harmful person must not be allowed to stay with Baoyu.

Since the prince loves that sickly child, he might as well talk to the eldest girl in a few days and tell her to keep the sickly child in the palace, so that he won't affect his own Qilin child again. (End of this chapter)