The Red Mansion Big Liar.

Chapter 379 The Second Master's Blessing of Having Two Wifes

After Shen Zheng, Zhang Yun逸, Jia Lian and Wang Xifeng came to Rongqing Hall.

Although it was not yet dark, lanterns of all sizes had already been lit, especially the twenty or so glass lanterns sent by Zhang Yun逸. The glass made the hall sparkle with light.

Because it was the Lantern Festival, not only did everyone in the Rong Mansion gather together, but even some members of the Jia family, who thought they had a close relationship with the family, came to join in the fun.

Jia Lian greeted Lady Jia and went to the front yard to greet the Jia family members with Jia She, but Zhang Yun逸 was kept by Lady Jia.

As soon as he entered the door, he became the focus of everyone's attention. Some people tried to get close to him and many people tried to please him, but Zhang Yunyi dealt with them all.

When the wine and food were served, Grandmother Jia urged them to take their seats.

He glanced at the empty seat next to Yuanchun and exchanged glances with Tanchun who was stealing glances at him.

Fang glanced around the field and said, "By the way, please ask the old lady to send someone to tell Aunt Zhao that I can't take Brother Huan to the Immortal Academy tomorrow morning. I have informed Shang Rong before, and he will come to pick Brother Huan up tomorrow morning."

To be honest, Zhang Yun逸 had no preference between Lady Wang and Aunt Zhao, Jia Zheng's wives and concubines.

However, the happiness of having wives and concubines living together had not yet been arranged. Aunt Zhao was in a weak position after all, so Zhang Yun逸 had to take care of her.

In addition, I would also like to take this opportunity to give Tanchun some reassurance.

As expected, as soon as he said this, Tanchun's eyes lit up, while Mrs. Wang frowned, seeming to be hesitant to speak.

Although Grandmother Jia favored Jia Baoyu, she could see the big picture from the small details. She felt even more relieved when she saw that Zhang Yunyi even remembered Jia Huan's enrollment in school.

He immediately sent someone to inform Aunt Zhao.

The reunion dinner on the Lantern Festival does not have all the red tape of the past, and there is no such thing as not talking while eating or not talking while sleeping.

During the banquet, drinking games and riddles were inevitable.

Zhang Yun逸’s literary talent was average to begin with, and although he could handle the drinking games, his performance was not outstanding.

Seeing this, Jia's mother laughed and said, "It's boring to do this all day long. I think it's better to share the tastes of both the elite and the masses. Let each person tell a joke. If it's funny, everyone will have a drink. If it's not funny, everyone will have a drink."

When Lady Jia spoke, few would object, except Jia Baoyu, who rarely overpowered Zhang Yunyi and was having a great time.

He immediately pursed his lips and complained, "We are having fun, why do you have to tell jokes?"

Under normal circumstances, Grandmother Jia would have had to let him do what he wanted, but now, she hoped to coax Zhang Yunyi into doing well so that she could take good care of this obedient grandson in the future and not let him act recklessly.

He said with a stern face, "Alright! You can play whenever you want. Your aunts and sisters-in-law are all here. Wouldn't it be neglecting others if you play this?"

As she spoke, she smiled at Zhang Yunyi and said, "Brother Yi, you start first!"

Never underestimate a joke.

In later generations, whether it is a company gathering or entertaining clients, one must at least wait for the leader or client to take the lead.

If the boss or client is just making an ordinary joke, then you can't be too casual with what you say next. But if it's a dirty joke, then there are no taboos in the follow-up. This is also a reflection of the right to speak.

This is true even in later generations, and even more so in ancient times.

In ancient times, the social hierarchy was strict and joking was a manifestation of power. Looking through the book Dream of the Red Chamber, there are only a few people who joke and joke in public.

The rest just wait for others to take the lead and then start to follow the crowd.

Of course, Zhang Yun逸 would not tell those dirty jokes that are not suitable for public display in front of a group of female relatives.

He hesitated for a moment and said, "Once upon a time, there was a man who had a parrot that was very aggressive. He put the bird in the cage, but the parrot killed it the next day. The owner was very angry and released an eagle in the cage. But the next day, the eagle was also dead, and the parrot's wings were featherless. The owner was secretly worried about what to do with the parrot, but then he heard the parrot actually start talking."

As he spoke, Zhang Yunyi rolled up his sleeves and imitated the parrot's tone, saying, "Damn it! Without my bare chest, I really can't beat it!"

Whether this joke is funny or not, it depends on one's own opinion.

The key is to roll up your sleeves and learn to speak like a parrot.

It is said that parrots can imitate speech, but no one would have expected that with his current status, he could actually imitate the speech of a parrot, and his imitation was so lifelike that everyone burst into laughter.

For a moment, the flowers and branches were shaking wildly, making Zhang Yunyi dazzled.

When the laughter died down, Grandmother Jia raised her glass and said, "Well, since Brother Yi has passed the test, let's all have a drink."

With him setting a good example, people started to come and go like that.

Of course, there are also those who are tongue-tied and unable to humble themselves, like Mrs. Wang, who simply accepts the punishment and drinks a glass of wine.

Zhang Yunyi was the focus of the banquet. The aunts and uncles of the Jia family came forward to flatter him and make fun of him. With the addition of drinking games and jokes, they drank a lot of wine in the two rounds. It was getting late and the party was about to end.

Mrs. Wang thought of the scene before the banquet and laughed, "Although the two places are not far from each other, it is freezing cold. I think Yun Yi has drunk a lot. If he gets caught in the wind and catches a cold, it will be very bad if he misses the court tomorrow. He has stayed at Mengpozhai before, so it is ready. We might as well stay there for one night."

Upon hearing this, Wang Xifeng could not help but look at her aunt. The scene of her kneeling on the chair unconsciously emerged in her mind. Her cheeks were flushed, and she didn't know if it was because of the alcohol or some other reason.

Seeing that her daughter-in-law was acting out of character, Jia's mother thought that she had changed her character and had no reason to object. She immediately said, "Madam, you are very thoughtful. Don't go back tonight!"

It doesn't matter where you sleep.

Two months had passed since his last stay, and since Mrs. Wang was so enthusiastic, he had no reason to refuse.

"Then I'd be remiss to refuse!" Zhang Yunyi nodded and said, "Jinchuan is here too, so there's no need to trouble the mansion to arrange for someone else!"

The last time he stayed temporarily, he was transferred from the East Palace, and Grandmother Jia did not insist.

When everyone had left, Zhang Yunyi was a little drunk and, with the help of Jin Chuan, he slowly walked out of Rongqing Hall.

He walked out of the hanging flower gate of Jia's mother's courtyard and passed through the east and west halls in front of the inner ceremonial gate, but he heard a burst of hurried footsteps behind him.

He thought it was Lady Wang or Sanchun who was chasing after him, but when he turned around and took a closer look, he was surprised to find that it was Aunt Zhao.

Aunt Zhao looked around like a thief, and then said in a flattering manner: "It is a pity that Master still remembers me. I will be crushed to pieces and have no way to repay you!"

Seeing Jinchuan beside her, she did not dare to show too much

Zhang Yunyi's eyes lit up. He had been thinking about enjoying the blessing of having two wives. Originally, it was a little late today and it was not convenient for him to go to find Aunt Zhao. Unexpectedly, what a coincidence, she actually came to his door.

Seeing that there was no one around and they were not far from Mengpo Zhai, he put his arm around Aunt Zhao's shoulders, half pressed his body on her, leaned close to her neck, and said with a smile, "There's no need to break into pieces. I've drunk a lot of wine tonight, so you can stay and help me cool off!"

After saying this, he half pushed and half hugged Aunt Zhao, stumbled, and entered Mengpo Zhai as if he was in familiarity with the place.

Pushing open the door of the study, he pushed Aunt Zhao into the room, then turned around and said to Jin Chuan, "Remember to stay outside and bring the second wife over later!"

After saying that, Fang entered the dark room.

Having met Lady Xing and Lady Wang, she was no longer surprised by Aunt Zhao and Jin Chuan.

When she heard him order to lead Madam Wang into the house, a hint of teasing flashed in her eyes.

She had just received the order and arrived at the front door when she saw Madam Wang peeking in.

Without further ado, she stepped forward, grabbed Madam Wang's arm, and said with a smile, "Second Madam, please come in quickly! Don't make me wait anxiously!"

When Mrs. Wang saw that it was her, she immediately breathed a sigh of relief.

He hurriedly took two steps at a time and followed Jinchuan to the front of the house.

Looking at the dark room, he was about to ask why there were no lights on, but he heard Jin Chuan report: "Master, the people are here!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the door opened. Mrs. Wang only had time to see in the moonlight that Zhang Yunyi's clothes were half open, but he had already been carried sideways into the room by him.

Then, I felt dizzy and my toes touched the door. There was a bang and everything went dark. The door was closed tightly.

She felt both ashamed and happy, thinking that Zhang Yunyi was so impatient that he couldn't wait even a moment after knowing that he would come.

He quickly raised his arms that were hanging outside and was about to put his arms around Zhang Yunyi's neck, but suddenly he touched something soft.

Mrs. Wang was startled and blurted out, "What the hell!"

It would have been fine if she didn't speak, but once she did, the other party exclaimed, "Why is it you!"

Hearing this familiar voice, Mrs. Wang felt as if she were struck by lightning.

Then, Aunt Zhao's voice sounded again: "I was a chaste and heroic woman when I was a wife, but I didn't expect that I would..."

"Snapped!"

Before he finished speaking, a crisp slapping sounded, and Zhang Yunyi's intimidating voice rang out: "Family should be harmonious, why are you talking nonsense!"

Or maybe it can be said that the harmony of Rong Mansion depends entirely on him!

With just this one sentence, the two people who were originally incompatible calmed down.

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(End of this chapter)