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

Chapter 92 Finalizing the candidate for the successor wife

"Since Miss Xia is so forthright, I will also be honest." Lu Wan said with a smile.

"I'm all ears." Xia Jianglian said seriously.

"Miss Xia must have heard about her father's plan to marry his equal wife. This equal wife is my grandmother's niece. She has been widowed for many years and has a son and a daughter with her ex-husband. My daughter is the one who robbed my husband, so I remarried because of her. Thank you Prince."

Xia Jianglian didn't expect Lu Wan to be so candid. Her face calmed down and she listened with concentration.

"So, I naturally don't like the fact that my father accepts his wife, hurts my heart, and disgraces the prince's family. Therefore, my grandmother and I hope to find a man who is willing to accept all this and has the ability to manage and manage the house. The mother-in-law of my father’s back house.”

Lu Wan smiled: "Of course my grandmother hopes to choose a girl from a local official family in Bianjing. After all, it is a good match. The official media also mentioned three other girls, who are about the same age as Miss Xia. They have also been wasted years for various reasons, so they are slightly older. . Our Marquis of Wu'an was also the head of the Four Marquises at that time. Although the power after three generations is not as good as before, for ordinary officials, it is still a good marriage. "

Xia Jianglian understood that he was knocking her, and nodded: "Yes, the Xia family knows that the difference between the two families is a matter of clouds and mud."

Lu Wan felt satisfied when she saw that her attitude was no longer the same as before.

People can be noble, but they can't just act like that. Otherwise, they won't be able to fight those shameless scumbags.

Lu Wan liked the Xia family because they were not local officials.

The local officials in the capital were hesitant and fearful of being controlled or invaded by the Lu family. Only people like the Xia family who wanted to climb up could be bolder.

Only then can you dare to risk your life for a status that you never dared to think about before.

"My father is actually pretty good." Lu Wan smiled like a daughter.

"He is very affectionate. There is only one concubine and two concubines in the mansion. One of them has the eldest son of a concubine, who was his maidservant. He is sensible and obedient. The other one has passed away, leaving behind an eight-year-old concubine. . Madam Side has no children from her father. The mistress who marries into the Hou Mansion will immediately receive the title of Madam Hou, be granted a royal title, and will be able to take charge of the family immediately. "

"The other two houses, the concubine's uncle and the fourth uncle's eldest son's house, are also clean, and they are well taken care of by my grandmother."

These were all obtained by asking, but the other party spoke so carefully, indicating that she had a great chance.

Xia Jianglian's attitude was more respectful: "My mother is also a daughter of an official family, and there are almost as many people in the house. I have been taught by her since I was a child, and I also learned music, chess, calligraphy and painting. Before going to Beijing, my mother specially invited the palace to raise her. My grandma taught me that there is no problem with being a housekeeper.”

Lu Wan was even more impressed by her.

If you want to climb up, it is wisest to cultivate yourself first.

"Then why does Miss Xia think she is better than other ladies?" Lu Wan tilted her head and looked at her.

Xia Jianglian didn't expect her to ask this suddenly, and was stunned for a moment: "More money than them?"

She felt that what she said was a bit straightforward, so she quickly added: "I have inquired about it, and there was a big incident in the Hou Mansion before, so there is no real estate or anything else. The girl just took away all the dowry of the first wife. The most important thing in the Xia Mansion is Money, I am an only daughter, so the dowry will be quite large. The eldest girl does not have to worry about the expenses of the Marquis's house."

That would be great.

Lu Wan almost burst into laughter, pursed her lips to suppress her joy, and said sternly: "Of course the Marquis Mansion will not covet a woman's dowry."

Of course I have to say official things.

"That's natural." Xia Jianglian was afraid that she would misunderstand, "I just want to express my sincerity."

Lu Wan nodded: "Yes. However, I have an unkind request, and I still need Miss Xia to agree to it."

"Miss Lu, please tell me."

"My third concubine's mother died young, and my mother took pity on him and kept him under her knees. I am going to officially record him in my name on behalf of my late mother to fulfill my mother's wishes for him. I also ask you to treat him well. But, he He has to earn his own future.”

It means that he will not fight for the title of marquis.

If Xia Jianglian is lucky enough to give birth to a legitimate son, the Marquis will be the winner.

Xia Jianglian was secretly happy when she heard this. Since she solemnly entrusted this matter, it means that it has been completed.

"Don't worry, Miss Lu, I will treat him as my own son and treat him well on your mother's behalf."

Lu Wan was very satisfied.

"If the wedding is scheduled for the 25th, is that feasible?"

One last important question.

"Twenty-fifth? So urgent?" Xia Jianglian's eyes widened, but she quickly came to her senses.

It was the same day that the Marquis accepted his wife.

Miss Lu, is she trying to use her to suppress that ordinary wife?
If she could really become a Marchioness, she would naturally have to beat Napin's wife, or she could beat her on the same day.

"Okay! Then ask the eldest lady to do it." Xia Jianglian stood up and saluted her solemnly.

Lu Wan stood up and nodded in return: "I will do my best."

Xia Jianglian sent Lu Wan away, and as soon as she turned around, her father and mother immediately rushed over and surrounded her.

"How?" they both said in unison. Xia Jianglian smiled proudly: "It's almost the same."

"That's great. Oh my god, my daughter is going to be Mrs. Hou! I'm going to be Mr. Hou's father-in-law!" Mr. Xia slapped his thigh excitedly.

Mrs. Xia was overjoyed but also looked worried: "But if the Marquis Mansion wants to accept his wife, I'm afraid Mr. Lu Marquis has his heart set on something. My daughter, have you thought about it?"

Xia Jianglian held Mrs. Xia's arm and smiled: "What are you afraid of? Women will grow old, and men will always get tired of her. My daughter is not ugly, and is five years younger than the ordinary wife. She has also given birth to two children, and her daughter has more opportunities. Didn’t dad always say that if you don’t enter the tiger’s den, you won’t get the tiger’s cub?”

"My daughter is right." Mr. Xia beamed.

Xia Jianglian changed her subject: "However, if it can happen, the wedding will be on the 25th of this month."

"Ah! In such a hurry, there is no time to prepare the dowry." Mrs. Xia complained sadly.

"Don't worry, don't be afraid. As long as you have money for the dowry, I'll just give you eighteen pieces of silver, plus the ornaments and jewelry I prepared before. If it's not enough, I'll buy all the clothing stores and jewelry stores in the capital. I'll definitely have it in time."

……

After returning to the Lu Mansion, Lu Wan went straight to the old lady's Yishou Hall.

She had already ordered Mrs. Qi to send the portraits of the four candidates to the Lu Mansion.

Before entering the door, I heard a lot of discussion inside, and Aunt Liu's voice was the most excited.

"This Miss Xia's family is rich. If she becomes the mistress, won't there be hope for our Hou family?"

Yingyue echoed: "Those who are transferred to Beijing must have a weak foundation and should be obedient."

"Grandma, it's so lively here." Lu Wan walked in with a smile.

"It's a coincidence that you're back, Miss. Come over quickly and see who can catch your eye?" Aunt Liu was extremely enthusiastic and personally pulled Lu Wan to the front.

Mrs. Lu was also happy in her heart, smiling as she looked at their comments one by one.

"This one looks good, petite and soft, but is it too thin?"

"The figure is quite tall, but the appearance is a bit off. My father won't like it, right?"

"She looks neat, but she is just a concubine. She is not quite worthy of our position as the mistress of the Hou Mansion, right? My father married a second wife in order to restore the good morals of the Hou Mansion and save face, so the status must match."

Mrs. Lu nodded her head after hearing this.

Lu Wan finally stopped in front of Xia Jianglian's portrait and took a closer look: "This woman has the aura of a Jiangnan woman, with a straight nose, smiling lips, and a broad forehead. She looks like a blessed and capable person."

Mrs. Lu hadn't realized just now that Ben had set his sights on the second daughter of a sixth-rank official in the capital, the one Lu Wan said was too thin.

After hearing what Lu Wan said, she looked at it carefully.

"Younger girls still have discernment. This Miss Xia was once the richest man in Jiangning Mansion. Her family is extremely wealthy, and her father is already a fifth-rank official. She is very suitable for our Marquis Mansion."

Mrs. Lu hesitated just because of this.

I was worried about the expenses and future of the Hou Mansion until my hair turned gray.

"The key point is to convince father to see who he likes." Lu Wan tilted her head and looked at Mrs. Lu.

She was even more worried about this.

"Grandma, this matter cannot be publicized for the time being, otherwise Madam Side may cause trouble. If it is brought in front of these ladies, don't say that it will ruin a good thing and bring disgrace to the Marquis Mansion."

Lu Wan's reminder surprised Mrs. Lu.

She was just happy and forgot about this problem, and hurriedly told Nanny Wu: "No one can tell anyone about this matter, otherwise, he will not be leniently spared."

"Yes, I will warn you right away." Nanny Wu quickly turned around to convey the message.

Fortunately, since this was a secretive matter, the official media entered the palace through a side door and were brought directly into the inner courtyard.

Only Aunt Liu knew about the others.

"How about we arrange a meeting for them. Father will feel more at ease when he sees the person." Lu Wan came up with an idea.

Aunt Liu stroked her hands and said, "This is a good idea. Look at this Miss Xia, she is very charming, a big girl with yellow flowers, the Marquis will definitely like her."

Mrs. Lu took it seriously, lest her son blame her.

If he doesn't agree, he can't force him to marry him.

Lu Wan pursed her lips and smiled: "Leave this matter to me."

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