Chapter 323 Mrs. Xing's Thoughts
Xing Zhong also stopped talking, and then looked at his sister in astonishment.
The couple were also self-aware. With their own family conditions, even if they increased a hundred times, how could they ever be comparable to the Guanjun Marquis's family?
"Sister, of course the Champion Marquis is good, but our family is not of good status, how can we be worthy of the Champion Marquis's attention? The wife of the Champion Marquis, even if she is not a princess or a princess, is at least a pearl of a noble family. Your niece is smart and has some beauty, but how can she be worthy of the Champion Marquis's marriage?"
Madam Xing smiled disdainfully when she heard this, "What nonsense are you talking about, brother? The wife of the Marquis of Guanjun? You dare to think so! Not to mention our Xing family, the eight dukes and twelve marquises of Shenjing, which one is not a prominent family? Since Cong'er was awarded the title of Marquis of Guanjun, how many imperial edicts have been accepted in front of the old lady, but has the old lady accepted any of them?"
"The old lady didn't make the decision. One reason is that she may not look down on these families! How old is Cong? He is already a first-class marquis. It is only natural that he will be made a duke in the future like his ancestors. It is not impossible to make him a king. These families may not be worthy of Cong."
"Secondly, given Cong'er's current position, even the old lady cannot force him to do so. Therefore, unless Cong'er is willing, how could the old lady become alienated from Cong'er because of such a thing?"
"It's not that Cong can't leave the Jia family, but the Jia family can't leave Cong."
"As for my niece, is it because our Xing family is of high status and worthy of her, or is it because she is beautiful enough that Congge is attracted to her?"
Xing Zhong's wife hurriedly said, "Don't be angry, aunt. It's your brother who can't speak. But, according to you, what do you mean?"
Madam Xing said, "Don't even think about being the legal wife. It will never be my niece's turn. If you agree, I can find a chance to mention it to Cong-ge'er and see if Xiuyan is lucky enough to be a concubine."
"Concubine?" Xing Zhong hesitated after hearing this. "Sister, is it inappropriate to be a concubine? After all, she is your niece. I want to find a wife for my daughter who is a minor official. Although I can't do it, you are my aunt and I think it may not be impossible."
Upon hearing this, Madam Xing's face changed immediately. "You are so blind that you only focus on this little thing. Even if she is a concubine, you have to see whose concubine she is! What is Cong'er's status? Even if she is a concubine, our family's ancestors will be blessed. How dare you have other thoughts?"
"The old lady and Yuanyang the other day were both concubines. What about now? This is an imperial decree granted by the queen herself. Who in the whole mansion, even the old lady and I, dares to really treat her as a concubine?"
"They have been given a seat at the grand banquet and have been allowed to see the Queen in the palace. How can an ordinary , small family compare to them?"
"Originally, although I don't get along with you, my brother, I also love my daughter because she is well-behaved. Since you came to Shenjing, my niece has been serving me, and I can't forget her kindness. That's why I want to find a future for her! Although Congge is the head of the clan and a first-class marquis, I, his former stepmother, have some respect in front of him. If I help to intercede, it may not be impossible."
"Now you're still being picky, you deserve to be poor for the rest of your life!"
Mrs. Xing scolded and criticized her, which made Xing Zhong look unhappy. The reason why he disagreed was not really for his daughter's sake, but because the position of Guanjunhou was too high. If she entered the mansion as a concubine, what would he gain? On the contrary, if she became the wife of a small official, she would be able to see some benefits from the Jia family...
Xing Zhong's wife stepped forward and said, "Aunt, calm down. We are short-sighted and don't know your painstaking efforts. Since you agree, then it's the best! Besides, if she really wants to marry into the mansion, she will be taken care of by you in the future and won't be wronged."
"Why don't you make the decision on this matter? Your brother and I will never say anything!"
"Hmph!" Madam Xing snorted coldly, "Let me test the waters first. Don't think that I am a concubine. If it weren't for my relationship, how could I have your daughter's turn?"
"Just one thing. Since you said so, you should give up all other thoughts. If someone comes to propose marriage, you must not accept it. Otherwise, if I succeed, you will hinder me. Do you really think that the Champion Marquis has a good temper? Then, a good thing will turn into a disaster."
Mr. and Mrs. Xing Zhong quickly agreed, and then Mrs. Xing sent them away.
After leaving the East Courtyard, Xing Zhong complained, "Why did you agree to this? If she enters the mansion and becomes a concubine, what will the relationship between our daughter and you and me be? It's even a question whether we can visit her in the future."
Xing Zhong's wife sneered and said, "Don't you see your sister's face? Can we not respond? Moreover, even if we want to find a small family, we have to ask her for support. Do you want to offend her to death? We have finally lived a good life for a few days. If we offend her to death now, should we go back to Jiangnan or beg for a living?"
"Besides, I think what your sister said may make sense! We have seen what kind of person the Marquis of Guanjun is all the way back. What's more, the Marquis doesn't seem to be a mean person. If we can get some of his help, wouldn't it be the best?"
Upon hearing this, Xing Zhong could only lower his head and agree.
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After finishing his mission that day, Jia Cong first returned to Ningzheng Hall to wash and change his clothes, and then took Xiangling to Youshi's courtyard.
Recently, because Xiao Xichun and Baoqin are both at home, Xiao Que'er is hardly seen all day.
Little Xichun liked to play with the other little ones, Baoqin also liked Xiao Que'er, and even Keqing loved Xiao Que'er very much, so the little girl would go to their yard to play when she had nothing to do, and it was common for her to stay overnight.
As for Qingwen...she has been very busy these days, so only Xiangling is allowed to follow her.
Arriving at You's courtyard, You came out to greet him personally, "Master, you're back? The food will be ready soon. Come in and have a rest and some tea first!"
Jia Cong smiled and followed Youshi into the inner hall.
After entering the room and sitting down, Jia Cong took the teacup and asked, "Has Keqing not come yet?"
Youshi smiled and said, "I had sent someone to call her a long time ago, but the West Mansion just sent a message that Keqing went to the West Mansion to pay her respects to the old lady today, but she was detained by the old lady. This means she will be back soon."
Today, the reason why Jia Cong came to Youshi's place was that Youshi hosted a banquet for Jia Cong. She had originally invited Keqing to join, but she never expected that Keqing had gone to the West Mansion.
"Then I will be the only one who can enjoy the treat prepared by my sister-in-law today!" Jia Cong said with a smile.
