Sheng Chong Concubine

Chapter 14

"Okay, everyone is here, let's serve the food." Jia Taijun sat on the main seat, scanning everyone's expressions.

Except for Qiu Mingyue's capable maidservants, the eldest lady was very pleased with herself, and she didn't make any trouble at the dinner table.As for Qiu Mingyue, she also knew all the members of the Qiu family who hadn't bothered to remember when she was in a trance in the morning.

The old man has three sons and one daughter. Except for the eldest daughter who is married, the two sons, the eldest and the second master, and the concubine, the third master, are all living in Qiufu now, and they have no separation.The elder has one wife and three concubines.Including her mother, there are four concubines, but there is no concubine maid.Six daughters, the eldest lady gave birth to three prostitute daughters, the eldest daughter Qiu Mingxia, who had been married to Uncle Zhongshan two years ago, gave birth to a daughter at the beginning of this year.The third lady, Qiu Mingyu, is 14 years old.Miss Six, Qiu Minglan, is one year younger than her.There is also a concubine, Miss Ten, named Qiu Mingxu.It was born of Aunt Zhen, a gift from a colleague in the officialdom of the Grand Master, but Aunt Zhen was a confidante who passed away early, and Qiu Mingxu, who was nine years old, was sick since childhood and stayed in her room all year round without going out.Then there were her and her younger brother Qiu Mingrui.

The second master has one wife and three concubines, five house maids, besides Qiu Mingxuan, the eldest son born to his wife Huang, and three concubine children.The second young lady Qiu Mingzhen, the third young master Qiu Mingxi, and the fourth young lady Qiu Mingzhu.

The third master has the most wives and concubines. In addition to the main wife Wei, there are six aunts, seven or eight housemates, and four children.The second son of the concubine, Qiu Mingqi, the ninth son of the concubine, Qiu Mingjin, the seventh daughter of the concubine, Qiu Mingrong, and the eighth daughter, Qiu Mingzhen.

Except for the third master, the eldest master and the second master both have official positions.Today's family members, apart from the aunt, several masters and wives, as well as many young ladies and young masters are all present in the mansion.In ancient times, the defense of men and women was emphasized, and men and women were separated by screens when eating.When Qiu Mingyue came late, the three masters and several young masters had a clear view of the scene from the screen.It's just that the old lady is here again, so it's inconvenient for them to say more.Seeing that the old matriarch had ordered the dishes to be served, the elder was relieved.And Qiu Mingrui was also led by the maid to the table for male guests.

Qiu Mingxuan was dressed in a Yuehua robe, sitting behind a screen, his handsome figure was as pine as bamboo.Through the hazy screen, he saw the girl's graceful figure, as ethereal and charming as a fairy who came from nine days on the clouds.Seeing her being embarrassed, he almost couldn't control himself and rushed out to rescue her.But the shackles of etiquette prevented him from acting willfully, so he had to suppress the worries and anxiety in his heart.Seeing that everything was calm now, he was completely relieved.

Outside, Qiu Mingyue looked at the women at the table, and sighed in her heart.

Where there are women, there are fights.It's uncertain how many troubles this woman in the yard will cause in the future.

After dinner, Qiu Mingyue did not go back, but took her younger brother Qiu Mingrui to Shen's Qinyuan.Mrs. Shen has long heard what happened in the hall, and hastily pulled Qiu Mingyue and said: "Mingyue, why was Lu Yuan sent away by the madam? She has been by your side since she was a child, and she is sincere to you." Geng Geng. We just arrived at Qiu's house, and we don't have anyone capable around us. From now on..." She was not without worries, knowing that her daughter had an idea, and she had her own sense of proportion.But in this huge Qiu Mansion, they are unfamiliar with the place and have no help, how difficult will life be in the future?

She sighed, "Madam is going to let go of your left and right arms." Although she is kind-hearted, she is not a dull person. How can she not understand the twists and turns of the big family?

Qiu Mingyue's eyes lit up, she didn't expect her mother to be so transparent.She held Shen Shi's hand, motioned for a group of servant girls to back down, and then helped Shen Shi walk inside.

"Auntie, it's good that you can understand these things." She felt sad because she couldn't even call her mother.

"I'm afraid that you will be bullied by Madam because you are weak-tempered." She paused, and whispered a few words in Shen's ear.Shen Shi was surprised at first, and then sighed: "It's really embarrassing that girl Luyuan."

Qiu Mingyue bowed her head in silence for a while before saying, "Auntie, believe me, this is only temporary."

Looking at her daughter's firm eyes, a warm color flashed in Shen's heart.

"Ah."

She patted Qiu Mingrui's head again, with a loving expression on her face.

"It's enough for me to have you and Mingrui. As long as you two live in peace and happiness, I will be content in this life."

"Mother..." Qiu Mingyue had a sore nose, and finally couldn't help crying out.

Shen hurriedly covered her mouth, "Don't let anyone hear you." She looked around in a panic, making sure no one heard her, so she let go.

Qiu Mingyue held her hand, her phoenix eyes were full of determination.

"Mother, you trust me. One day, I will call you 'Mother' in a fair manner."

Shen smiled softly, "Well, I believe it."

Qiu Mingrui is young, but today he saw the battle in the mansion gate in just one day, and he was a little scared and confused.Seeing what his sister said so firmly at this moment, he also felt happy in his heart, forgot about the unpleasantness of having dinner at night, and pulled Shen Shi to talk.

"Auntie, father said this afternoon that I will go to school with my brothers." His face was full of excitement, and his eyes sparkled.

"Really?" Chen was also very happy, her son was already smart, if he could get a good grade in the future, it would also help his daughter's future.

Qiu Mingrui nodded earnestly, "Of course it's true. Father said that he will arrange for me in the next few days. Father also tested my homework and said that I will definitely be in the top three in the Spring Festival in three years' time." With a complacent face, there is no lack of pride in the eyes.

Qiu Mingyue touched his head, "Confidence is a good thing, but you have to remember that there are people beyond people, and there is a sky beyond the sky, you should not be arrogant and conceited, you know? There is no limit to learning, and you will enter the academy in the future. Don’t be arrogant about your talents.”

Qiu Mingrui has always obeyed her elder sister's words, and her elder sister's knowledge is better than that of the master.So in his heart, what his sister said must be correct.So he nodded vigorously.

"Got it, sister."

The mother and son were talking, when the voice of the maid Xia Ye came from outside.

"Master, you are here."

Shen Shi was taken aback, no matter how well she concealed it, there was a gleam of joy in her eyes.

Qiu Mingyue shook her head and sighed sadly for the women in this world.Looking up, he saw the old man walking in with his head held high. Seeing that Qiu Mingyue and Qiu Mingrui were also there, the smile on his face softened a bit.

"Mingyue and Mingrui are also there."

He walked to Shen's side with soft eyes.

"Have you had dinner yet?"

In front of her children, Shen was a little shy, but still nodded.

"Used."

Qiu Mingyue thoughtfully pulled her younger brother to leave, but was stopped by the elder.

(End of this chapter)