The mistress of the Hou family went crazy after doting on concubines and killing their wives.

Chapter 51 Candidates for the legitimate son

Lu Wan saw that her grandmother was moved, so she took advantage of the victory and pursued her, "Grandma, there are so many brothers in the house, Brother Ning is the most worry-free, obedient and sensible. If grandma raises him personally, he will become a great man in the future, and he will definitely honor his grandmother wholeheartedly. .”

"You mean to put him in your mother's name and then educate him personally?" Mrs. Lu asked deliberately.

"My granddaughter wants to fulfill her mother's wish, and she also hopes that her grandmother will support her to be a safe grandson of the Hou family. Our Marquis family can no longer withstand the slightest storm. Fortunately, Brother Ning does not have a mother. If he had a mother and sister like Yu Xiuyan, Even if you pass the imperial examination, you will be criticized and you will have no future."

Lu Wan's words struck a chord in Mrs. Lu's heart.

Lu Wan changed her voice and whispered, "Grandma should know that in recent years, the emperor has been neglecting the family and focusing on the selection of talents through the imperial examination. If the Lu family does not have a talented son to support him, the future will be uncertain."

Mrs. Lu was shocked both physically and mentally.

This is an important reason for the gradual decline of the Three Lords and Four Lords.

The little girl can actually see through this layer!
Mrs. Lu nodded, "What you said makes perfect sense. This matter is important and your father and I will discuss it carefully."

Lu Wan nodded, "That's natural. Once you become your legitimate son, it will be difficult to find out that you chose the wrong person."

The scheming grandmother would not easily speak out about such an important matter.

Yu Xiuyan's adoption was kept secret from her.

Today she can tell herself that she wants to discuss it with her father, which means she is really moved.

"Mr. Clan Studies said that Brother Ning is extremely intelligent and learns very quickly. Learning from the clan would delay him. I plan to hire a gentleman who has studied at Bailu Academy for Brother Ning to teach him in the Marquis Mansion. "

Mrs. Lu's eyes widened, "Don't all those who studied at White Deer Academy become officials? How can they teach a child?"

"There happens to be an old Hanlin who has been discharged and returned to his field. He and my grandfather are as close as brothers. If I beg him, he will probably agree." Lu Wan said confidently.

Based on his grandfather's relationship with him, this talented old man would definitely help.

Lu Wan was determined to create a sunshine avenue for Lu Xiuning!
Mrs. Lu was shocked all the way by Lu Wan's words.

In her mind, Lu Xiuning became the best grandson in her heart, and with Lu Wan's full support, he might actually be a great talent.

Lu Wan took in the old lady's expression completely.

Zhao Ruyi's two children will never think of recognizing their ancestors and returning to their clan in this life!

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Jin Wenhou's Mansion is located on Xuanyang Street in Dongshi, five streets away from Wu'an Hou's Mansion.

Before the carriage reached the street, it was found that the road was blocked. There was already a long line of carriages in front of it, and there were officials directing the carriages at the door.

The whole street is covered with silver-edged white flags, and it is bright white at first glance.

Of course she knew that the emperor had a crush on Xie Zhiyan, and even after his death, he jumped up the ranks and was awarded the title.

"So grand?" Mrs. Lu was a little surprised.

"The emperor ordered the Ministry of Rites to take charge of the ceremony, so it is natural to have a grand ceremony. These people must have come here to pay homage because of this, so that the emperor knows that they also like Prince Xie." Lu Wan whispered.

"Ah, it turns out that there is such honor in death." Mrs. Lu sighed.

"Are they Mrs. Liu and Miss Lu?" Someone stepped forward and saluted.

Lu Wan replied through the curtain, "Exactly."

"I am a doctor from the Ministry of Rites. I am here to wait for Mrs. Lu and Miss Lu. Please follow me to another street. There is a traffic jam ahead."

"Thank you."

Xie Zhiyan's funeral will last for seven or forty-nine days, and worshipers will come in batches according to official rank. Otherwise, the queue of vehicles would have been packed into Zhuque Main Street.

The carriage arrived at the west side door, and a boy was waiting for him, who led the carriage directly into the inner courtyard. This is where the female relatives who are related to the Xie family are led to enter. The second wife, Mrs. Zeng, and her servants welcome the guests at the second gate.

Because the doctor from the Ministry of Rites brought it here personally, the boy paid even more attention to it. When he saw that it was the carriage from the Marquis of Wu'an Mansion, he knew who was coming.

Quickly placing the ladder beside the carriage, the old lady and Lu Wan got out of the carriage.

When Mrs. Zeng saw them, she hurried forward to greet them. Seeing Lu Wan, she couldn't help but be amazed. Mrs. Zeng couldn't help but the circles in her eyes turned red.

Such a good noble girl should have been her daughter-in-law!
"Wan'er has met the second lady." Lu Wan saluted.

Zeng pulled her up and said nothing for a long time.

"The old lady is here. Please come inside quickly. The sedan chair is ready." Mrs. Zeng held Old Madam Lu in her arms and called to Lu Wan at the same time, "Wan'er, walk slowly. It just rained this morning and the ground is a little slippery."

"Okay." Lu Wan responded softly, "Brother Ning, go to the front yard."

"Yes, eldest sister." Lu Xiuning didn't feel nervous at all, he responded generously, and followed the maid of the Xie Mansion around the corridor to the outer courtyard.

After entering the second door, the soft sedan was already waiting.

Lu Wan trembled when she once again stepped into the big house where she had died without a burial place.

"What's wrong with you? Are you cold?" Madam Lu noticed and tightened her cloak.

"It's okay." Lu Wan forced a smile.

Lu Wan looked at the familiar place, her heart felt as if she had knocked over the five-flavor bottle, and the suffocation and despair before her death struck again.

The mansion of Marquis Wen of Jin is very large, with carved beams and painted columns, pavilions, waterside pavilions, verandahs and flowing water running through it, and is full of exquisite luxury.

The Xie Mansion wanted to maintain the superficial wealth and luxury, so it sucked her blood and gnawed away her flesh and bones.

The blood veins in Lu Wan's hand holding the heater bulged.

Jin Wenhou's Mansion is the head of the Four Marquises. It belonged to a famous family a hundred years ago. The old Marquis's original wife was the daughter of the late emperor's Taifu. When she married, she was also a wealthy woman. In the past, the wealth of the Xie family was ranked among the top five in Beijing.

The eldest grandson Xie Zhiyan was talented and the only prince among the four princes to inherit the title of prince. He won the emperor's heart and had a good relationship with the prince. If he did not die, he would have a bright future.

However, the relationship between the eldest eldest son of the Xie Mansion and the other three eldest sons was indifferent. The Xie Mansion did not gain much influence from Prince Xie, and the third eldest son of the Hou Mansion had poor official fortunes, and gradually came to nothing.

In order to maintain her wealth and dignity, the stepmother married a wealthy businesswoman named Zeng as her legitimate wife.

Zeng's son Xie Huaiyu is also considered to be a good candidate. He passed the 216th Jinshi exam last time and is preparing to take part in the Spring Festival this year. He is as gentle as jade, and he likes to make friends and write poems. Poetry friends gave him the title of Jade Master, and he was awarded the title of Marquis of Jin Wen. It seems that it can reach its peak again.

Unforeseen circumstances arise, Prince Xie has an accident, his position is vacant, and there is a dark storm brewing in Xie's house.

At this time, Lu Wan became a pawn in the Xie Mansion's scheme.

Lu Wan took a deep breath, calmed down, and put on her usual trademark smile.

The grandfather and grandson entered the inner hall and saw Mrs. Xie. She gave an indifferent salute to Mrs. Lu, and Lu Wan stepped forward to salute as a junior.

In front of a group of ladies and young ladies, Mrs. Xie would not embarrass her, she just nodded and accepted it.

Lu Wan didn't bother to look at her face: "I want to give the prince a stick of incense and then pay my respects to the eldest lady. Is it convenient?"

Mrs. Xie looked at her and said, "Wenyuan, please accompany Wan'er. Be careful, the ground is slippery."

Lu Wan frowned, and then realized that Xie Huaiyu was also standing aside.

He looked at her with burning eyes.

(End of this chapter)