Reborn as the Crippled King's Beloved-Chapter 179 - The Second Princes Grand Wedding
Chapter 179: Chapter 179: The Second Prince’s Grand Wedding
Chapter 179 -179: The Second Prince’s Grand Wedding
Murong Qian knew she wasn’t a good person, the most malicious when she envied Murong Jiu for being able to marry Prince Ling as the Princess Consort.
At that time, she truly felt a strong sense of unwillingness.
Murong Jiu was plainly unattractive, so why did she receive Jun Yuyan’s pity?
She herself was considered a Beauty from a modest family, yet Jun Yuyan never spared her a second glance.
She had risked everything for him, even getting secretly pregnant with a poor scholar, yet he didn’t care at all, not even offering her the position of a Concubine or lesser.
Now when she thought back to when she accidentally saw Murong Jiu who had regained her beauty, she could only feel ashamed.
She simply couldn’t compare to Murong Jiu.
That moment, she realized how ridiculous she was.
It was then that she noticed how good her impoverished scholar husband had been to her.
Knowing she loved another and was pregnant with his child, all for the sake of marrying into Prince Ling’s Mansion, yet he never spoke harshly to her or made her do any heavy chores.
Sometimes, when she did embroidery, her husband would tenderly move the needle and thread away, afraid she would ruin her eyes like his late mother did from needlework.
Murong Qian, who was extremely starved for love, no matter how much she looked down on this poor scholar, couldn’t deny that she liked the feeling of being cherished and held dear.
She showed a bit of care towards her husband, and he was overwhelmingly grateful, truly, she had gradually made a place for him in her heart. Besides, with the issue of the Marquis Mansion being raided, she had little to be discontented or dissatisfied about.
She heard that her sisters, those who were unmarried had their engagements dissolved, and those who were married were not faring well in their marital homes. In contrast, she had no in-laws to serve and a servant to take care of her personally, with a husband who valued and cared for her deeply.
Inadequate when compared to the best, yet more than enough when compared to the worst.
Murong Man actually had beautiful thoughts, having Aunt Lian come to her as a mediator, asking Murong Jiu to avoid treating Yun Weiwei’s condition, was really a wild flight of fancy.
Lady Wang made Murong Jiu suffer so much, and had it not been for her fortunate marriage to Prince Ling’s Mansion and the Prince’s kindness towards her, Lady Wang would have essentially destroyed Murong Jiu’s entire life, and the day the truth was uncovered may never have come.
Murong Jiu not kicking someone when they were down was already the epitome of mercy; Murong Man even expecting help from Murong Jiu was ridiculous.
She really should look at the size of her own face.
“Madam, should we inform the master about today’s incident?”
The maid asked with some concern, feeling that Aunt Lian was not someone who would let things go easily.
“No need, the master is preparing for the Imperial Examination and shouldn’t be distracted. He is already tired from his daily studies, let’s discuss it after his exam.”
The master had gone to meet someone, supposedly to discuss his writings, though it was unclear how it went.
Murong Qian began to feel a bit worried—her husband was without money or influence, and it was uncertain if he could even meet the person.
If only someone could provide him a leg up.
Not only Murong Qian’s husband, Cheng Ziwen, was taking part in the Imperial Examination, but Murong Jiu’s aide, Lou Zixi, was also about to take the test.
Lou Zixi’s broken leg had long since healed, and he had not fallen behind in his studies.
Not only did his studies not suffer, but he and Manager Chai also expanded their business venture across Great Yan.
Initially, Murong Jiu would offer advice, but later on, the two completely took over, showing outstanding business acumen, and in collaboration, they were unmatched in the business world.
The only thing they lacked was money, and if there was one thing Murong Jiu had in abundance, it was money.
With only two days left until the Imperial Examination, Murong Jiu had already instructed Lou Zixi to cease working and focus on preparing for the exams.
In the classes of scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants, merchants are after all regarded as the lowest class. Lou Zixi’s ambition was to become an official, a dream shared by his entire family while they were still alive.
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Murong Jiu was very supportive of him.
Lou Zixi was an exceptionally talented individual. There’s a saying that goes, “Gold shines no matter where it is,” and it described Lou Zixi perfectly.
He had a strong business mind and was unstoppable on the official path as well.
In his previous life, Lou Zixi had become sullen due to a broken leg and, under the covert oppression of the Second Prince, had lost the opportunity to become an examiner. He had strayed from his path and became the Second Prince’s most proud aide, often hearing the Second Prince sing his praises.
In this life, Murong Jiu healed his leg and also cut off any involvement between him and the Second Prince, allowing Lou Zixi to remain the young man eager to make his mark in the official circles.
Murong Jiu believed that one day, he would become a pillar of the state of Great Yan.
Before the Imperial Examination commenced, Murong Jiu went specially to see Lou Zixi.
“I believe with your learning, you will certainly succeed highly. This is just the Imperial Examination, and there are still the assembly and palace examinations to come. Just treat it calmly. The Imperial Examination takes nine days and nights, and being nervous could affect the later exams.”
Lou Zixi, flattered by Murong Jiu’s visit, bowed deeply and said, “Zixi thanks the Princess Consort for her guidance. Without the Princess Consort, there would be no Zixi today.”
Murong Jiu smiled and replied, “There’s no need for such formalities. If you want to thank me, do so after you become the Top Scholar in the palace examinations.”
“Zixi will surely not let the Princess Consort down!”
Lou Zixi was full of fighting spirit.
Murong Jiu specially sent him a test basket in advance, filled with brushes, ink, paper, and inkstone, all of which were the best from the Capital City. During the exam, there would be a search; the basket would also be checked but could be used afterward.
The Imperial Examination soon commenced.
Midway through the examination, the sound of drums and gongs echoed through the Capital City, but it only lasted for a moment before quieting down.
It turned out that the Second Prince was getting married.
As it happened during the Imperial Examination, the Second Prince had instructed for quiet and low-key celebrations, which earned him a favorable impression.
Although Yun Weiwei had always lived in the back quarters of the Second Prince’s Mansion, she moved out before the marriage, and the Second Prince’s fetching her was to bring Yun Weiwei.
At that moment, Murong Man was also carried in an inconspicuous sedan chair to a side entrance of the Prince’s Mansion, led inside by a maid.
She was just a concubine, unable to wear the bright red bridal clothes, dressed instead in a pink bridal garment. The low side entrance also reminded her that she was merely a concubine.
The maid leading the way turned left and right, eventually taking her to a secluded courtyard.
“Concubine Murong, this will be your residence from now on. As a concubine, you may not leave the back quarters for the front yard without the Prince’s permission. I hope you remember this and do not tarnish the reputation of the Second Prince’s Mansion!”
The maid’s arrogant demeanor and insinuating tone were striking.
The hidden message was to warn Murong Man not to follow her mother’s actions and engage in an affair with the steward, causing her master to be cuckolded.
Murong Man’s face instantly turned pale.
She understood perfectly; this maid was certainly Yun Weiwei’s person, sent to humiliate her deliberately.
Having lived in the Prince’s Mansion for so long, Weiwei probably assumed the role of the female head of the household. Originally, Weiwei could only have been a concubine, not superior to her, but who knew that after the Marquis Mansion lost its title, the family was stripped of their status and reduced to commoners, and she went from being Principal Consort to a concubine; this only emboldened Weiwei to send a servant to insult her!
This shabby, remote courtyard was also far from the main compound, making even the Second Prince’s trip to see her quite a trek.
Murong Man once again felt the disadvantages of being a concubine; her handkerchief was nearly torn to shreds from her grip.
