Chapter 878 - 331
Chapter 878: Chapter 331
Liuu Meizhen, upon hearing, took a sip of Black Spirit Tea and pondered:
"Molan, given the situation, you and I will start our own investigations. If we find any leads, let’s refrain from rash actions. My husband recently sent a message saying he’d visit Jingzhou. Since it’s a matter of Purple Mansion influence, his assistance will greatly increase our chances."
"The Patriarch is coming to Jingzhou?"
Fu Molan, initially at a loss, broke into a smile upon hearing the news.
With the Patriarch stepping in, the odds of succeeding with her Soul-Attracting Pill rose to sixty or seventy percent. She immediately shared all the information she had with Liuu Meizhen and then bid farewell.
Liuu Meizhen escorted her out of the Sang Garden.
Seeing Zhou Xuanming, dressed in luxurious attire, already waiting there.
As Liuu Meizhen emerged, he quickly stepped forward and cupped his fists:
"Aunt Fu, I hope you are well."
Ever since Liuu Meizhen brought Ningning back to the Sang Garden, Zhou Xuanming followed suit, even buying the nearby vineyard, visiting every few days.
Liuu Meizhen frowned and waved dismissively:
"Young Master Zhou, if you have leisure time, perhaps you should go home and try convincing your biological mother. Ningning said she won’t agree to the marriage unless your biological mother consents.
Zhou Xuanming’s biological mother is from the Jin Family.
The Jin Family is an Eighth-Grade Noble Family. The moment Zhou Xuanming was born, he was set for a childhood betrothal to a Jin Family girl. Just as talks of marriage were about to begin, he suddenly declared he would only marry a Fu Family’s Daughter, and his biological mother, Mrs. Jin, naturally opposed this marriage.
Within the Prince’s Mansion, Zhou Xuanming carries little influence, unable even to persuade his own mother.
The only redeeming aspect.
Currently, it seems he’s genuinely infatuated with Ningning.
Seeing Liuu Meizhen showing no intention of letting him in, Zhou Xuanming hurriedly offered the sour grapes in his hand to Liuu Meizhen:
"Aunt Fu, Ningning said she’d like the sour grapes from Huaiyu’s Family, please help pass them to Ningning."
Liuu Meizhen signaled Cui Zhi to take them.
Walking halfway.
She turned back:
"Ningning’s father will soon visit Jingzhou. If you don’t want Ningning to give birth at the Fu family’s place, you’d better come up with a solution yourself."
After saying this.
Liuu Meizhen entered the Sang Garden.
Cui Zhi, following beside her, murmured:
"Mother, looking at Young Master Zhou’s demeanor, he’s clearly a wastrel. Having him convince Mrs. Jin seems unlikely."
Pausing a moment.
Cui Zhi continued:
"Besides, I think even if Ningning marries into the Prince’s Mansion, with a mother-in-law who dislikes her, life’s bound to be difficult. Why not just not marry; many single mothers from our Sang Garden lead more carefree lives."
Liuu Meizhen merely smiled.
....
Upon hearing his future father-in-law was arriving soon, Zhou Xuanming returned to his own garden and immediately summoned his advisors.
Though he is a son of a Commandery Prince, given his Royal Bloodline, he travels with Purple Mansion guardians, naturally accompanied by advisors:
"Ningning’s father will soon be in Jingzhou, what thoughts do you have on this?"
Those present exchanged glances.
To the left, Liuu Rusheng stroked his beard and said:
"Second Young Master, earlier you sent us to gather intelligence on the Fu Family in Jingzhou, and the spies have returned with news."
Upon hearing.
Zhou Xuanming immediately sat upright.
Liuu Rusheng continued:
"The Fu Family, seventy years ago, was invaded by the Southern Barbarian Tribe. Only the Four Cultivators remained. Under the current Patriarch, Fu Changsheng’s command, the Fu Family has risen sharply, going from a tiny Qi Refining clan to now an Eighth-Grade, contributing commendably in numerous major events, particularly holding back the Beast Tide years ago and recently, Fu Changsheng single-handedly destroyed the Yinan Tribe and Celestial Woe Tribe in the Eastern Wilderness."
At this statement.
Zhou Xuanming’s hand trembled as he drank tea.
Blinking:
"Mr. Liuu, are you sure you’re not reciting a tale?"
If such were the case.
Then his future father-in-law would indeed be extraordinary, compared to whom he hardly measures up.
Liuu Rusheng nodded:
"Second Young Master, this news is unequivocal. Moreover, it’s said the Fu Family is just a breath away from ascending to Seventh-Grade, Young Master, marrying Miss Fu would not only fulfill your wish but also make the Fu Family a great ally."
"This matter, we need to consider carefully!"
After all.
Zhou Xuanming’s biological mother belongs to the Jin Family, and their union is a marriage alliance, there’s no necessity to squander such a prime alliance opportunity.
Compared to the Jin Family, the Fu Family’s ascent is even more rapid.
The Fu Family should be prioritized.
Zhou Xuanming never expected that this unintended pursuit would flourish:
"This matter is promising, but Young Lady was raised at my mother’s knee, my mother cherishes her more than even me, I’m afraid she won’t relent?!"
Young Lady’s parents are deceased.
The mother brought her up at the Prince’s Mansion.
Like a piece of her heart.
Every time he brought up marrying Ningning, his mother threatened in desperation.
With a glint in his eyes, Liuu Rusheng said:
"Young Master, there’s a simple solution: convince the Commandery Prince to grant the marriage. No one can stop you then."
Mrs. Jin is merely a Consort, not the Lady of the House. Were it not for her favored status, she wouldn’t have a say in Young Master’s marriage affairs. Since she doesn’t prioritize her son’s future, they can’t be blamed for bypassing her and directly approaching the Commandery Prince.
Hearing he needed to consult his father.
Zhou Xuanming’s eyes showed a hint of melancholy, murmuring:
"Father has always favored my elder brother, I’m afraid even if I plead, he won’t agree."
On usual days, were it not for his mother’s favored status, his father likely wouldn’t spare him a glance.
"Young Master, you won’t know unless you try?"
Liuu Rusheng urgently urged: