The Red Mansion Big Liar.

Chapter 657: Call me whatever you want

Although Xia Shouzhong made an excuse to leave, the wedding banquet would not be delayed.

After seeing off Xia Shouzhong, Zhang Yunyi had just returned to the side hall in the backyard when Wang Xifeng smiled and said, "I was wondering when I woke up this morning I heard the magpies in the yard calling non-stop. I thought it was a great day for Brother Yi, but I didn't expect it to be a double happiness."

At this point, she smiled exaggeratedly, covering her mouth with her hands, "Now I should change my way of addressing you to Duke. Brother Yi, you won't blame me for calling you so easily and not being able to change it for a while, right?"

Wang Xifeng was keen on power, and when she saw Zhang Yun逸 was conferred the title of Duke of Wei, she couldn't help but feel amorous towards him.

As she spoke, she secretly cast a coquettish glance at Zhang Yunyi.

Although, from the inside out, she looked like Zhang Yunyi, but as the second wife of the Rongguo Mansion, she could not rise with the tide. Instead, Xue Baochai, who married into the family today, stole the limelight and gained face.

For Wang Xifeng, this feeling was like walking in the night in gorgeous clothes, which was very uncomfortable.

This also aroused her jealousy, and she was unwilling to be left behind, so she tried to seize the initiative of the Duke.

Zhang Yunyi saw the meaning in Wang Xifeng's eyes, and said with a double meaning, "We are all family, sister-in-law, you can call me whatever you want."

As he spoke, Zhang Yunyi looked around, his eyes sweeping over the women of the Rongguo Mansion.

As experienced people, the wives and grandmothers naturally heard the ambiguity in the words.

Although Mrs. Wang and Li Wan heard the two flirting in public and felt jealous, they did not expose it, but just smiled awkwardly.

Mrs. Xing and the two ladies of the Xue family saw his eyes sweeping towards them, and they thought he was looking at them, and couldn't help but feel jealous.

As for the girls, although they did not hear the ambiguity in the words, they all had different expressions.

There is no need to mention Yuanchun, Yingchun, Xing Xiuyun and other concubines who married into the family.

Tanchun's eyes were burning with pride, while Shi Xiangyun's were full of affection.

Lin Daiyu glared at him secretly.

That day, during their long conversation, she could not control her emotions and burst into tears, but afterwards, she was ashamed and angry and kicked Zhang Yunyi out of Xiaoxiang Pavilion.

However, with the close contact that day, the relationship between the two was undoubtedly closer.

Today, with the arrival of Lady Jia and her entourage, they were also trying to take advantage of the situation and give Zhang Yun逸 a way out.

Therefore, although she seemed to be looking fierce and cold, there was actually no sharpness in her eyes, but rather a bit of coquettishness.

The only person who laughed most naturally in the scene was Lady Jia.

There is no one in the Rongguo Mansion that can be relied upon, and the only way to rise with the tide is to hold on to Yun Yi, the strong thigh.

In particular, on the day of Jia Baoyu's wedding, Zhang Yun逸 stepped forward and tried his best to protect his precious grandson, which made her feel deeply gratified.

At this moment, seeing that he did not become arrogant or distant from his family because of his change in status, Grandmother Jia was very happy.

Pointing at Wang Xifeng, he said with a smile: "You are such a talker. Although Yun Yi doesn't care about these empty formalities, he is in a high position and he still has to take into account the proper etiquette, especially the appearance outside."

"Look! I, the granddaughter-in-law, have been outdone. If you don't know, you would think Brother Yi is the old lady's legitimate grandson!~"

Wang Xifeng smiled and said, "Don't worry, old lady. Don't you know me? I know how to say one thing in front of people and another behind their backs. When we are outside, I will call you Brother Yi. When no one is around, I will call you Duke. Are you satisfied, Brother Yi?"

She said the opposite of what she meant, and no one knew what she meant. People thought she was saying it the other way around on purpose to please Lady Jia.

In the room, flowers and branches trembled for a moment.

Zhang Yunyi, however, sensed something, and his heart was warmed as he looked at Wang Xifeng, who was posing in a coquettish manner.

After exchanging a glance with Wang Xifeng, he said seriously, "It's just a family dinner at noon, so it's casual. This is the first time Xiu Yantou has organized all this. For the evening banquet, I'll have to trouble my sister-in-law to help a little." Zhang Yunyi was afraid of trouble, and because he knew that the imperial edict would be read out today, he decided to do the two happy events at the same time to save trouble.

However, it was not convenient to celebrate in advance before the imperial decree was issued. Therefore, when sending invitations to colleagues and subordinates, he deliberately announced that the wedding banquet would be held in the evening, killing two birds with one stone.

Wang Xifeng immediately understood what he meant and said hurriedly, "Then you must explain it in detail. The people who come to you are either princes, ministers or prime ministers. I have never seen such a big scene before. If there is any omission, it will bring shame to Brother Yi and it will be a sin!"

"There's no rush now. Let's talk about this after we have dinner with the old lady!"

The two exchanged secret messages, but Grandmother Jia asked in confusion, "Why? Is it Xiuyan who is in charge this time?"

In the past, whenever Zhang Yunyi had problems, it was mostly Youshi who handled it. It was only when Youshi was pregnant last time that she asked Wang Xifeng for help.

Now, Youshi has already had a status, but she is not used and Xing Xiuyun is forced to take on the role. Jia Mu can't help but feel puzzled.

Zhang Yunyi explained: "Youshi and Xiangling are about two months pregnant now, so it's not advisable to do anything rash. I have to trouble my second sister-in-law for help!"

No pain, no gain.

Some time ago, Zhang Yun逸 stayed at home, fearing that Xue Pan might suddenly get into trouble and not be able to find him.

Including the three sisters of the You family, as well as concubines such as Qin Keqing and Xiangling, they all became pregnant like mushrooms after rain.

This gave Zhang Yunyi a reason to hand over the management power of the inner house to Xing Xiuyan.

"Oh! Why haven't I heard you mention it?"

"I only found out when Mr. Zhen examined their pulses the other day. It's less than three months now, so it's not appropriate to spread the news."

Grandmother Jia glanced at the bellies of her two granddaughters, Yuanchun and Yingchun, and congratulated them, "That's really a triple blessing!"

She smiled reluctantly, and unconsciously looked at Aunt Xue beside her. She paused and said, "Precious girl...you are really blessed!~"

The ancients were superstitious. Baochai was naturally plump and had a look that would bring peace and prosperity to the country. Zhang Yunyi had just married into the family when he was promoted to Duke, and good news also came from his family.

Grandmother Jia originally wanted to say a few auspicious words to ask for good luck from Zhang Yunyi, but when the words came to her lips, she felt that it would boost other people's morale and undermine her own prestige.

In the end, she just sighed, changed the subject, and changed Xue Baochai's good fortune in marrying a good husband to the fact that she benefited from being with Zhang Yunyi.

Aunt Xue did not understand the implication of Lady Jia's words. Instead, she said in a complacent tone, "That's right! People say that good fortune never comes in pairs. It just so happens that she has encountered these three blessings..."

Aunt Xue was so proud that she didn't notice the sour taste in Grandmother Jia's words. But Wang Xifeng was very sharp-eyed and said with a smile, "I think it is the day chosen by Brother Yi that has a deep meaning!"

"Oh? What do you mean?" Grandmother Jia quickly cooperated and asked.

"Old lady, think about it, this water pump didn't fall from the sky. Didn't Brother Yi know this? He picked this day and invited guests from outside. Wasn't it because he anticipated that an imperial decree would come down today, so he did two things at the same time to have a double happiness?"

Having said this, she looked at Zhang Yunyi and said, "Brother Yi, am I right?"

She deliberately did not mention that Youshi and others were pregnant, but Zhang Yunyi also said that they were all about two months pregnant. The three happy events that Aunt Xue mentioned were a bit far-fetched.

In addition, her analysis was very logical, and Lady Jia didn't want to encourage others, so she naturally nodded in agreement.

After hearing this, Aunt Xue did not think there was anything wrong with it. Instead, she felt that Zhang Yunyi was trying to elevate her family.

Only Zhang Yunyi saw Lin Daiyu, Shi Xiangyun and Tanchun looking at him with unfriendly expressions, and he secretly groaned in his heart. Since Wang Xifeng had said this, he was afraid that he would have to waste some time talking to her again.

Just at this moment, the maids came in with wine and food. He quickly changed the subject and invited everyone to take their seats.

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(End of this chapter)