Chapter 584: Closer relationship?
Did Aunt Xue feel sorry for Xue Da Nao? Of course she did. In fact, the reason she arranged such a marriage for her daughter was so that her son would have someone to rely on in the future.
She also didn't want her son to suffer, let alone endure . However, Wang Ziteng made the final decision, and Wang Ziteng also said that if Xue Pan didn't improve, she would have no choice but to accept how Jia Cong would help him in the future.
And, most importantly, as Wang Ziteng's uncle, he naturally has a lot of say in Xue Pan's affairs.
Since ancient times, it is natural for an uncle to control his nephew! Not to mention just throwing Xue Pan into the military camp, even if he was beaten half to a pulp, Aunt Xue would not say a word...
It has to be said that Wang Ziteng was really cruel. After thinking for a long time about the several camps in Shenjing, he invited Cao Zhuang, the Marquis of Kaoshan, to have a drink and threw Xue Pan into the East Camp without telling Aunt Xue.
After all, given his temper and status, he would definitely not care about Jia Cong's face. Moreover, who doesn't know that he is a fierce soldier? Even better than the Beijing Camp led by Jia Cong. Let this person train Xue Pan well for a year or two, even if he is a waste, he will definitely be a worthwhile waste.
Speaking of Wang Ziteng, he did have a rather boring and even miserable life before!
One of them is the two nephews Xue Pan and Baoyu!
His two younger sisters were both capable, but he couldn't imagine how his two nephews had been raised like this. Xue Pan seemed to have some sense of loyalty, but he was not very good at what he did, always stirring up trouble. He was not good at studying or business. Fortunately, Aunt Xue and Baochai supported his business. If Xue Pan had relied on himself, no matter how large the family business was, he would not have been able to keep it.
Besides, Baoyu, the legitimate son of the second wife of the Duke's Mansion, is still kept in the backyard at this age, and is always being a parasite. It is because of the old lady that his uncle cannot interfere in disciplining him. Otherwise, he will definitely let that kid know what it means that the mother's uncle is more important.
Besides that, there is my eldest brother.
My eldest brother squandered all the properties in Jiangnan. After returning to the capital, Jia Cong gave him some property with great difficulty, but he gambled it all away again.
Wang Ziteng also became ruthless. While restraining his brother, he also spread the word that any gambling house that dared to let his brother in would be closed down.
Moreover, he was put in control of all the properties under his brother's name. He would give his brother a share every month, and let Feng Lazi keep the rest. This was the only way to restrain Wang Zisheng.
Now that another major problem had been solved, only Baoyu remained. Fortunately, with the old lady and Jia Zheng taking care of him, Wang Ziteng could finally feel a little relieved.
After all, one isn't afraid of teammates not working hard, but one is afraid of them dragging one down. With a few relatives like this, his future career might be affected...
Yesterday, Xue Pan was sent directly to the camp outside the city. Today, Wang Ziteng left the mission early and had a few drinks in a cheerful mood.
"Master , I went to the Jia Mansion today." Wang Ziteng's wife Qin brought over a cup of tea and spoke.
After changing his position to make himself more comfortable, Wang Ziteng finally spoke, "Are you going to see Feng girl?"
"Feng girl also met me, but the reason I went there was because Feng girl told me that there was something going on with the old lady."
"What's the matter, old lady?"
"Today the old lady asked me to come over, saying that she wanted to establish a close relationship with our family?"
"A closer relationship?" Wang Ziteng turned around, somewhat confused.
"It's Baoyu and Lan'er!"
The Lan'er that Qin mentioned is Wang Xilan, the legitimate daughter of Wang Ziteng, who is now of marriageable age.
"What?" Wang Ziteng sat up suddenly. "That bastard wants to marry our daughter?"
"No, absolutely not!"
In that era, marriages between cousins were perfectly normal. If his nephew was truly capable, Wang Ziteng wouldn't mind a closer marriage. After all, if his own nephew married his daughter, he wouldn't be treated harshly. But what about his nephew? He was still hanging around in the world of women, neither good at literature nor martial arts. How could he possibly establish a family in the future?
It's fine now that she's spoiled by the old lady, but how old is she? If her daughter follows that evil creature, won't she suffer for the rest of her life?
Qin smiled bitterly and said, "I naturally understand what the master means, but how can we refuse the old lady when she asks? After all, the master now relies on the Jia family. It would be bad if we offend the old lady."
"That won't do either. How can our Lan'er follow that evildoer and suffer like that? Besides, I, the master, rely on the Marquis of Guanjun, not the old lady!"
"This matter can't be delayed any longer. Think of a family in the capital with a good young man these past few days and come over to discuss it immediately. I can also ask someone to pass on the message in advance. Regardless of anything else, at least we can settle this matter first. Hmm... I think Xiuguogong Mansion or Zhiguogong Mansion would be good!"
"Master, are you talking about the children of these two mansions? But I heard before that the legitimate sons of these two mansions have not made much progress."
"What legitimate son? Hou Jing from the Hou family and Ma Shang from the Ma family!" Wang Ziteng said bluntly.
"Ah?" Qin cried softly, "Master, aren't these two bastards? Although the families of those two families are not low, how can they marry their bastards? Will Lan'er suffer as well?"
"You, a woman from the harem, are so short-sighted! What's the difference between legitimate and illegitimate sons? Is the Marquis or the illegitimate son? How can Baoyu compare? I've met those two boys a few times. Although they are illegitimate sons, they are quite capable. Moreover, they are the Marquis's direct descendants. They have been granted titles before, and this time they are following the Marquis to the expedition. The title of Earl is almost certain to come their way. With such abilities and the Marquis's support, what are they afraid of, illegitimate or legitimate sons?"
"You don't need to say anything more about this matter. Just do as I say." Seeing that Qin was still hesitant, Wang Ziteng frowned and said, "Don't just think about your own little plans. When you return from the expedition, once your rank is promoted a bit, you might even want to set up your own residence. Even without the support of the palace, our daughter will at least have a first-class son or even an earl in the future. How many people in Shenjing can compare to her?"
"I will obey Master. In the next two days, I will go to the mansion to discuss with the ladies of the two mansions. If everything is settled, I will come back and let Master take care of it! Oh, if I can marry the Marquis of Guanjun, it would be the best..."
Wang Ziteng couldn't help but laugh and cry, "What kind of rank does the Marquis hold? Our daughter would be a good match if she married him, but who made the Marquis already have someone else? Otherwise, my sister is lucky. Her plans have all failed, but she has such a blessing. Maybe in the future, even our family's wealth will fall on my niece."
