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

Chapter 95 Xia Jianglian

Lu Wan walked slowly on the cobblestone path, admiring the exquisite gardens with each step.

The early winter was already as cold as the deep winter, but she felt her blood boiling all over.

This big house was decorated by my grandmother herself and designed to be extremely livable.

It's a pity that in the past few years, the Lu family has become cheap.

"Lu Wan!" Following an angry scream, Zhao Ruyi came out like a mad dog.

Without thinking, Mingxiao stretched out his hand and pushed Zhao Ruyi to the ground. He was pinned to the ground by Mingxiao and couldn't get up.

"Are you crazy? You dare to hurt the eldest girl." Zhiruo screamed and quickly stopped in front of Lu Wan, fearing that Zhao Ruyi would rush over and hurt Lu Wan.

While Zhao Ruyi struggled to get up, she pointed at Lu Wan's nose and cursed angrily.

"Lu Wan, why do you have to go against me? At such a young age, with such vicious thoughts, why don't you hate your father so much? You are an unfaithful and unfilial daughter!"

Mingxiao raised his hand to fan, but was stopped by Lu Wan softly.

"She is the concubine of the Hou Mansion, and her wedding is about to take place. It will not look good if her face gets damaged."

Zhao Ruyi suddenly burst into laughter: "Lu Wan, do you think you can defeat me just by getting some kind of mistress into the house? Your mother is so powerful but she still loses at my hands? Your father likes me, he loves me, there is no way he can let me go. ! Just wait, everything you have belongs to me and my children!”

Lu Wan looked at Zhao Ruyi, who was a little crazy, and smiled slightly: "Mrs. Side always looked gentle and virtuous before. What made you become the shrew you are now? I am very curious. After your true colors are revealed, what will happen to me?" Which one of you does your father like?"

Zhao Ruyi's laughter stopped suddenly, and he glared at her angrily, gritting his teeth: "You can't even think of beating me!"

Lu Wan knelt down and looked directly at her: "Really? Then I'll see how you make me lose."

"Let's go, ignore her." Lu Wan turned around and left.

Dawn held her down and waited until Lu Wan was far away before he dared to let her go.

Lu Wan whispered to Zhiruo: "Tell Zhao Ruyi about Zui Jiangyue's meeting tomorrow."

"Okay." When Zhiruo saw Mingxiao catching up, he informed her and turned around and walked towards Jinxiu Pavilion.

Lu Wan continued to tell Liming: "Tomorrow you will keep an eye on Zhao Ruyi. All you need to do is let her see her father and Xia Jianglian meeting with her own eyes, but she is not allowed to interrupt."

"clear."

……

The next day.

As soon as the sun set, Lu Shanyuan took the Lu Mansion's carriage and left.

Lu Wan arrived at Zuijiangyue early and found that Xia Jianglian had arrived early.

Great, the more proactive she is, the greater her success will be.

The two of them greeted each other, and Xia Jianglian was a little worried: "Miss, am I dressed appropriately?"

Lu Wan looked her up and down.

Twenty-five-year-old Xia Jianglian has the unique temperament of a mature woman and a young girl.

Wearing a slender-waisted dark green silver silk brocade gown, a white silk narrow-sleeved undershirt, and an emerald hibiscus-covered pleated skirt, she pinched out a slim waist, wrapped around her plump buttocks, and outlined her exquisite curves.

Only a emerald jade step swayed half of his black hair, his eyebrows were picturesque, and his smile was radiant.

It's really good.

The materials used are exquisite, not too luxurious, but noble, and the color combination is fresh and refined, like the green mountains and green waters of Jiangnan, graceful and picturesque.

"Very good. Miss Xia is really beautiful."

Xia Jianglian blushed: "How dare I bear the word beauty in front of the beauties from mainland China?"

Lu Wan pursed her lips and smiled: "There is always no shortage of beauties in front of men, and beauties will eventually grow old. What my father needs now is to revitalize the Marquis Mansion, and he wants to choose someone who is suitable to be the matron of the Wu'an Marquis Mansion."

Xia Jianglian calmed down and said, "Jiang Lian understands, don't worry, young lady."

Lu Wan nodded: "Then you wait here for my father, he has already come here."

Xia Jianglian was nervous and excited, and she quickly blessed her: "Jiang Lian will definitely repay you for your kindness."

"No need to repay you, just remember what you promised me."

"Of course." Xia Jianglian took a deep breath and tried to calm down.

Lu Wan withdrew and turned into her exclusive room next door.

Sitting cross-legged on the futon, with hot water steaming on the coffee table, Zhiruo was making tea.

Mingxiao is responsible for watching the wind outside the building, and will report Zhao Ruyi's figure once he is found. Lu Wan leisurely picked up a small storybook at her feet and read it.

There was a small hidden window between this room and the next room, which was only blocked by hanging bamboo paintings. People who didn't know it couldn't see it, but she could clearly hear the voices next door.

Soon, Lu Shanyuan, who was wearing a clear gray undershirt and a silver rat cloak, was brought up by the waiter.

He lowered his head deliberately, for fear that others would see his face. The waiter was also very sensible and lowered his head to help him open the door.

After people entered, the waiter immediately closed the door and blinked at Lv Zhu and Hong Zhu who were looking downstairs.

The two little girls immediately stood guard by the stairs.

"Xia Jianglian, my little girl, comes to see Mr. Lu." Xia Jianglian couldn't help but bowed her head shyly and saluted.

Lu Shanyuan gave her a hand and said no courtesy while looking her over.

A girl who is well-groomed, courteous, decent-looking, clear-eyed, and very energetic.

not bad.

Xia Jianglian was a little shy in her heart, but she still mustered up the courage to raise her head, looked directly at Lu Shanyuan, and said softly: "Jiang Lian met the Marquis twice when she followed her father to Jiangning Mansion to present the annual tribute. Does the Marquis have any impressions?"

Presenting annual tribute is a New Year's gift given by local wealthy businessmen to the prefect of Ren every year.

He thought about it and seemed to have the impression that the gifts given by the Xia family were always very expensive.

Although he had no impression of the woman in front of him, it was naturally different after receiving the gift.

Lu Shanyuan's expression immediately softened and he smiled: "I remembered, Jiangning Xia Mansion is the richest man in Jiangning, so it's you."

Xia Jianglian was overjoyed that he actually remembered her.

"Master Marquis, please don't blame Jiang Lian for not being reserved enough. I just blame Jiang Lian for meeting Master Marquis... I will never forget it to this day." After Xia Jianglian finished speaking, her face immediately turned red with embarrassment, but her eyes were blazing with all kinds of emotions. Lu Shanyuan's heart was filled with excitement as he watched.

Lu Shanyuan was moved by the young woman's straightforward admiration.

Unlike Zhao Ruyi, she fell in love with him when she saw him. Although she was exciting and passionate, her attitude was too low after all.

The Xia Jianglian in front of him was good at talking and courageous. She dared to express her feelings but was not flattering. She was not like a noble lady from the capital who pretended to be arrogant and aloof. This attitude made him very satisfied.

"I'm just afraid of wronging the girl..."

The corners of Xia Jianglian's eyes turned red: "How could it be? The Marquis is a dragon and a phoenix. If Jiang Lian can become your... wife, it will be a blessing that Jiang Lian has cultivated over several lifetimes."

Xia Jianglian turned around and opened a rosewood box placed on the coffee table: "Master Hou, this is Jiang Lian's gift to the old lady. Before we meet, I want to fulfill my filial piety first, and hope that Master Hou will fulfill her wish."

Lu Shanyuan took a look and saw that it was a white jade statue of Guanyin that was two palms high. The jade was of extremely high quality and it was a treasure at first glance.

"Jiang Lian personally went to Putuo Temple in Jiangning Prefecture to ask for it."

Lu Shanyuan took it: "My mother will definitely like it very much."

Xia Jianglian was overjoyed and accepted her gift.

Lu Shanyuan hesitated for a moment, and then said: "However, did you know that I will marry my wife on the 25th? But, don't worry, she will not exceed the dignity of the mistress."

Xia Jiang Liang was still a little sad, but she immediately smiled when she heard the following sentence: "Master Hou, Jiang Lian heard that Master Hou and Miss Zhao are cousins. She lives as a widow in the Hou Mansion. It is understandable that the two have been in love for a long time. Everything comes first, Jiang Lian is determined Treat her like a sister."

Lu Shanyuan was relieved.

Even Lu Wan next door was speechless after hearing this.

I didn't expect Xia Jianglian to be so powerful.

Xia Jianglian's next words dispelled all Lu Shanyuan's worries.

"If Jiang Lian is lucky enough to be the Marquis's bedfellow, she will definitely help the Marquis restore the former glory of Wu'an Marquis Mansion. My Xia family has more than fifty shops in Jiangning Mansion. In order to come to the capital, I sold half of them and have already bought dozens more in the capital. "

Lu Shanyuan was extremely happy, but he didn't show it on his face, with a faint smile.

"Your dowry is your private property, and the Marquis will not touch you at will. You just need to take good care of the back house."

Xia Jianglian didn't say anything, she just wanted to use money to pave a way for Mrs. Hou.

She smiled shyly, took a step forward, and gently held Lu Shanyuan's hand.

The skin touched, the soft hands conveyed the warmth, and the feeling between the two suddenly became ambiguous.

"Jiang Lian has only one request, and I hope the Marquis can grant it."

Lu Shanyuan's voice also softened: "You say it."

(End of this chapter)