Dream of the Red Chamber: Start by gaining Zhao Yun's martial prowess, and be ennobled in a sin

In Rongqing Hall,

Lady Wang's almost outburst revealed her opposition to Jia Huan inheriting the title of Ningguo Mansion.

Clearly, compared to Jia Baoyu's inability to inherit the title, Jia Huan's inheritance of the title was even more unacceptable to Lady Wang!

She couldn't even imagine it.

If Huan-ge'er, that eccentric illegitimate son, were to gain power, what terrible situation would she and Bao-yu face in the Jia family!

In addition, his mother, Aunt Zhao, had such a vulgar and unbearable face that she could still stir up trouble even when she was unreasonable.

If they had a son who would inherit the title, wouldn't he be so arrogant?

Just look at the eldest son of the concubine. Ever since he rose through the ranks and gained titles, the second branch of the family has been bullied to an extreme degree in the Rongguo Mansion!

Even Madam Xing, who came from a humble background, relied on having such a son to act arrogantly and domineeringly, and spoke rudely to her several times!

If Jia Huan were to inherit the title, then there would be no place for her and Bao Yu, not only in the Rongguo Mansion, but even in the second branch of the family!

Therefore, it was one thing for Baoyu not to inherit the title, but Lady Wang would never allow Jia Huan to inherit it!

Hearing Lady Wang's resolute rejection of the possibility of Jia Huan inheriting the title, Tan Chun's heart sank.

She lowered her head slightly, her face revealing a deep sense of disappointment.

In her heart, she naturally hoped that her younger brother Jia Huan would also have a bright future!

She frequently kept track of Jia Huan's studies at the clan school.

She learned that although Jia Huan's academic performance was among the worst, he still had some talent in martial arts.

His performance in both martial arts and archery was remarkable, ranking among the best.

Furthermore, Jia Huan always regarded Jia Jing as his role model and had a great enthusiasm for learning martial arts and joining the army.

She often inquired about the battlefield from the guards left behind at the mansion, longing to one day gallop across the battlefield like her third brother and achieve great deeds!

From this perspective, Jia Huan is very well-suited for a martial arts career.

Even if they are lucky enough to achieve some military merits in the future, inheriting the title of Ningguo Mansion might not be a bad way out!

After all, it is too difficult to earn a title and honors through one's own merits step by step, while inheriting the title from one's ancestors is undoubtedly much easier and more efficient!

Therefore,

When Jia Jing proposed the conditions for inheriting the title of Ningguo Mansion, Tan Chun thought that Jia Huan might be able to make an effort and seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

But before she could even feel happy for a moment, Madam Wang had already made it so clear that it wouldn't work.

If Lady Wang, as Jia Huan's legal mother, were to resolutely disagree with Jia Huan inheriting the title through adoption, then this matter would undoubtedly be extremely difficult to resolve!

The glimmer of hope that had just risen in Tan Chun's heart was instantly shattered, and her face was filled with a sense of dejection!

When Jia Jing was confronted with Lady Wang's outburst, his gaze first swept across the faces of everyone in the hall.

He then stared coldly at Madam Wang, exuding a powerful sense of oppression.

Faced with Jia Jing's cold gaze, Madam Wang felt a pang of panic, as if a bucket of cold water had been poured over her head.

She instantly realized she had overreacted and quickly tried to explain:

"Big... Jing'er, it's not that I don't want Huan'er to inherit the title of Dongfu, but your second uncle has always liked Huan'er."

"He only has two sons, Baoyu and Huan-ge'er, so I'm afraid he won't agree to let him be adopted into the East Mansion!"

Madam Wang's words were weak and unconvincing; she was clearly trying to fool someone!

Jia Jing's expression darkened slightly, and he said coldly:

"The matter of the Eastern Mansion title concerns the rise and fall of the family and its succession; it is not a matter of a particular branch of the family, but a matter of vital importance to the entire clan."

"No one can make a decision on who will ultimately succeed him."

"Instead, the clan, and I myself, will comprehensively consider the character and abilities of all the clan members, and then make choices that are conducive to the prosperity of the clan!"

"Anyone who dares to obstruct the advancement of the family's members for their own selfish reasons will not be spared by this lord!"

"Ms. Wang, do you understand?"

Jia Jing's voice was as sharp as metal and stone, a clear and piercing rebuke to Lady Wang.

Furthermore, he used the self-reference "this Duke," meaning he was speaking as the Duke of Jing and the head of the Jia family, leaving no room for Lady Wang to argue or criticize!

Lady Wang was directly confronted with the boundless power emanating from Jia Jing, and for a moment, she was greatly shaken.

As if struck by lightning, his body swayed, and his face turned as pale as paper.

If it weren't for Jin Chuan'er supporting him from behind, he probably would have collapsed to the ground on the spot.

She lowered her head and secretly clenched the Buddhist prayer beads in her sleeve, her previous loud shouting momentum gone.

With a hint of timidity, he said in a low, humble voice:

"I didn't mean anything by it. I was just thinking about the master's feelings... and in a moment of panic, I raised my voice a little!"

Although Lady Wang felt extremely indignant and aggrieved, she could only lower her head and avoid the limelight for the time being, remembering the miserable state of Grandmother Jia who had just been scolded.

However, she was extremely dissatisfied and secretly gritted her teeth, pondering:

The eldest son of the concubine is in power now, so let's avoid him for now and wait for the opportunity to retaliate fiercely!

Seeing this scene, Grandmother Jia felt a mixture of secret joy that she was finally not the only one being scolded, and a touch of sadness.

This third grandson of mine makes a scene at the slightest provocation. How am I supposed to live like this from now on?

She sighed deeply and offered words of comfort:

"Jing-ge'er! Bao-yu's mother meant no harm. She is Huan-ge'er's mother, and it's only natural that she wouldn't want her son to be adopted!"

Upon hearing this, Sister Feng secretly curled her lip.

This is utterly shameless! Isn't it just that she doesn't want her illegitimate son to gain power? And she's making it sound like a deep bond between mother and son!

Yuan Chun, who sat quietly to the side, now had a hint of shame on her beautiful face. She lowered her eyes slightly and pleaded softly:

"Jingdi, don't be angry. Mother acted rashly... please forgive her this time!"

She was well aware of what Madam Wang was thinking when she made that urgent statement, and she didn't have the face to defend Madam Wang. She just begged Jia Jing to forgive her for now!

Although she did not approve of Madam Wang's actions,

But as a daughter, she naturally had no reason to sit idly by and watch Madam Wang be reprimanded in this situation!

Tan Chun's expression changed slightly, her beautiful eyes filled with complex emotions, and she spoke:

"Third brother, Mother is just worried and confused, please don't take it to heart!"

This statement is quite meaningful!

Is it that concern leads to confusion? What exactly is it that causes this confusion?

Clearly, the bright and cheerful Tan Chun was not without resentment in her heart!

Seeing that the others were persuading him, Jia Jing didn't argue with Lady Wang any further.

Or perhaps it's because Madam Wang's status is now too low, and she's no longer worthy of his words!

Saying the wrong thing is a minor matter, but if you dare to do the wrong thing, then the thunderous might will descend upon you!

Jia Jing's expression remained indifferent, and he quickly changed the subject, continuing:

"Nobility is hard-won; it's better to have none than to have one of poor quality. The Jia Zhen incident serves as a lesson!"

"I'll say it again: a title should not be given to a person without virtue! And what kind of person is truly virtuous...?"