Chapter 175.1: Malicious Scheme

Although it was another body of sweat, Jing Wans spirits were actually pretty good.

Taking advantage of the time, Jing Wan went to give her morning greetings to her grandparents. Not long after, Luo Jing Bo appeared bringing along Sun Yi Jia.

Days like these, where she was able to see her grandfather every morning when she went to give her morning greetings, and even say a few words, then use the morning meal together, it was truly hard to come by. Because the Luo family only just have five masters coming along in this trip, they didnt have the male and female seating divided, instead sitting together. And when talking, they also didnt strictly abide by the etiquette either, appearing quite intimate.

Over these last few days, Sir Luo even had that tiny thought of retiring from his post and stay at home to enjoy the pleasure of family love. But, these words, as soon as they came out, were immediately choked back by his madam. Sir Luo stroked his beard. His madam was becoming more tyrannical the older she got, increasingly less gentle, and his position in her heart was also becoming increasingly inferior.

Grandmother, did something happen last night? There seemed to have been a period of clamor. Sun Yi Jia suddenly asked.

Was there? I didnt seem to hear anything. Luo Jing Bo skeptically asked.

Sun Yi Jia rolled her eyes at him. Sleeping like a dead pig, unmovable by thunder, with just that bit of noise, how could he have heard. His wife right now was becoming increasingly blunt. Luo Jing Bo embarra.s.singly rubbed his nose.

Perhaps, but we still dont know yet. If something really happened, we should be able to learn about it later. Luo Old Madam said.

The old couple glanced at one another, possessing a tacit mutual understanding. Last nights matter shouldve startled quite a few people, but his Majesty didnt announce or summon, so for things one shouldnt get involved in, no one went to join in on the fun. Presumably, it shouldnt be a small matter.

Just as expected, prior to setting out, some rumors circulated through. One has to know, Ruan Fang Fei going from Jin Qinw.a.n.gs side consort to becoming Zhong Qinw.a.n.gs side consort, how could it be kept a secret? However, because they didnt know the specifics of the matter, it was all kinds of rumors flying around everywhere again. For things involving this kind of matter, the so called guesses naturally wont be good.

Although not everyone is able to ask about the truth of the matter, there were always those few that possessed this special privilege, for instance, the princes. After inwardly taking pleasure at Li Hong Yuans misfortune, they began contemplating whether or not they would be able to obtain benefits from this matter. As for Ruan Fang Fei, heheh, to say it unpleasantly, just a broken shoe, and for them, didnt have the slightest value at all.

Rather, for Rui Qinw.a.n.g, after a period of silence, directly went to look for n.o.ble Consort Su.

n.o.ble Consort Su, at the moment, was that dignified and virtuous n.o.ble Consort again, her manner in drinking tea, graceful and honorable, appearing to be enjoying herself. Compared with that harsh and malicious when speaking, extremely protective of her children n.o.ble Consort Su from last night, she was like a completely different person.

Li Hong Ming paid his respect to her.

n.o.ble Consort Su let him sit down, You heard?

Yes, just this son has one thing thats unclear, consort mother saying those words, wont it have Sir Ruan severely offended? If he were to bear grudges because of this, and cast himself under someone else, itll be very unfavorable towards us.

Minger, how old is Sir Ruan now?

Li Hong Ming blanked, seemingly understanding somewhat, Consort mother is saying..

He previously already injured his waist, and seeing him last night, one can clearly sense that his movements are somewhat sluggish. In addition to that kind of blow last night, if he was still young, he would probably be fine, but he is already old, his heart having become weak, so his ability to endure will naturally weaken. Perhaps for the time being, he still hasnt collapsed, but the root of ruin has already been planted. Prior to Ruan Fang Feis matter, he perhaps can still stand for a few more years, until the day the new Emperor ascends the throne, but now, after returning to the capital, if he can still attend morning court, then that would be considered impressive.

Thats why, for the Head Cabinet Minister, this capable person, without that worth to rope in, it was also needless for one to fear him, so who cares if one offends him.

Li Hong Ming hooked his mouth, Is that so, presumably its also just human nature. If this matters impact towards him isnt that big, then it can only mean that his wife and daughters position in his heart wasnt that high. According to his usual style, he wouldve certainly weighed the pros and cons, and continued with his neutral position. And even towards consort mother, he perhaps wouldve just dropped the matter with wont bicker with women as an excuse.

This kind of possibility you speak of doesnt necessarily not exist, but judging from his appearance, this possibility might be just a fraction of a fraction.

Li Hong Ming nodded. The Head Cabinet Minister cared about his wife and daughter very much, and it can also be considered obvious to all. Although, Ruan Fei Fang, along this trip, has been repeatedly targeted against, previously getting frightened to the point of nearly losing her soul, so last nights matter afraid isnt simple either. Speaking of which, her mental state wasnt good to begin, so would she voluntarily go fool around with a man? No matter who, all wont believe.

Since shes unwilling to talk, then all the rumors and slanders, she can only bear herself. As for who is targeting her, who knows? According to Yuaners previous att.i.tude, his suspicion is rather the biggest, but he has always been outspoken, his likes and dislikes clearly displayed on the surface, disdaining this kind of method, alsohe doesnt have that ability to do this.

Words regarding Li Hong Yuan, Li Hong Ming directly ignored. This kind of thing, even if one tells the truth, one probably cant win any favors either. Everything else aside, just based on Imperial Uncle Zhongs statement, he perhaps was just a scapegoat. Ruan Fang Fei ruined her beauty and lost her chast.i.ty, and Imperial Uncle Zhong doesnt hold actual power, nor strived for anything, so Sir Ruan cant hold him by the elbow either. Once Ruan Fang Fei enters Zhong Qinw.a.n.g Manor, wont she just be grasped in Imperial Uncle Zhongs palm? And if she offends Imperial Uncle Zhong, the one to suffer will also just be her.

Saying it like this, for her to stubbornly keep her mouth shut, the reason perhaps isnt that complicated either.

Afterwards, they actually just idly chatted, no longer discussing this matter.

Meanwhile, the Grand Elder Princess was also idly chatting with Le Cheng Emperor, Originally promised Zhong Qinw.a.n.g to find for him another young and beautiful, gentle-tempered and virtuous, new w.a.n.gfei. This Miss Ruan although has flaws, and not a completely good fit, but since shes just a side consort, its also not too bad. Imperial brother should still keep an eye out for him.

Le Cheng Emperor slightly lifted his brow, Imperial younger sister seemingly had a pretty favorable impression towards this Ruan family girl in the past, how come this while

Imperial brother, someone thats overly perfect, appearing very outstanding in all aspects, may not necessarily attract ones fondness.

Le Cheng Emperor nodded, indicating that he understood.

Thats why, as experienced people, even if unable to see anything wrong, it didnt mean that they wont sense something off, and didnt mean that they wont suspect.

The Grand Elder Princess perhaps indeed liked Ruan Fang Fei in the past, but only she herself knew how much of this fondness was genuine.

Ruan Fang Fei, when disguising herself, perhaps was able to deceive everyone, but for people that have come from the imperial palace, to want to deceive someones eyes, or mess around with someone, how simple of a task was that.

Under the circ.u.mstances of not having any entanglement, the Grand Elder Princess perhaps wont mind giving that bit of like.

In the end, Ruan Fang Fei just disguised herself somewhat too excessively. Theres a saying called, too far is as bad as not enough. When one doesnt pay attention, one probably wont think anything of it, but once one noticed, one will just feel out of sorts. And for Ruan Rui Zhong and his wife, who were both cunning people, to not detect anything, can only say that those involved are easily muddled. Otherwise, Ruan Old Madam probably would have raised her in another manner.

T/N: Sorry for the slowish updates this week, Ive actually been sick, although its just a normal cold, so dont worry, I know its scary times to be sick right now, but Ive mostly recovered. My medication was really strong so itd make me really sleepy and Id zone out during the day, and because of that I havent been able to get much done this week, but Ill try my best to catch up today and tomorrow.