The Red Mansion Big Liar

"This child is too naughty. I can hardly hold him!"

Although she was complaining, her eyes were full of doting.

Sitting at the age of seven, crawling at the age of eight, and growing teeth at the age of nine is a saying that has been passed down from ancient times, mainly because the nutrition in ancient times was not balanced enough.

Most children nowadays have to do it earlier, and as a time traveler, Zhang Yunyi has no shortage of money, so he will naturally take this into consideration.

Therefore, although Zhen Chengsi was only seven months old, he could already crawl.

At this time, the children's legs are never idle and they kick very vigorously.

Zhang Yunyi finished his training and came to his son. He pinched his son's face and said with a smile, "It's better to have a playboy than a dull boy. It's better to be a little naughty!"

Xiangling curled her lips and said, "Su Zizhan's poem about bathing a child says that everyone raises a son hoping he will be smart, but I have been misled by my intelligence all my life. I only hope that my child will be stupid and rude, and will become an official without any disaster. I hope he will be more obedient."

Since she started learning poetry, Xiangling has often quoted poetry.

Although Zhang Yunyi also liked Su Shi's poems, he did not agree with what he said. He shook his head and laughed, "Learning poetry is a good thing, but don't just recite it by rote. Don't be fooled by these words. It's not difficult for a dull child to have no troubles. If he wants to become a minister... hehe!~"

The Song Dynasty was a paradise for scholars and officials, and the power of the historians' families was not even weaker than that of the imperial power. Given the Su family's background, it was not surprising for them to say such things.

But the Great Xia Dynasty was not the Song Dynasty. Zhang Yun逸’s cheap father was beaten to death in the court, and the privileges of the scholar-official class were far less than those in the Song Dynasty.

Following the previous experience of Rongguo Mansion, Zhang Yun逸 did not want his son to be a coward like Jia Lian and Jia Baoyu.

Xiangling seemed to understand, but Zhang Yunyi didn't force her.

But I was secretly thinking about my child's education.

After much thought, I realized that there was no one at home who could do the job except myself.

He had to put it aside for the time being. After breakfast, when Jin Chuan was helping him take a bath and change his clothes, he said, "If you have time today, go to the East Courtyard and tell the eldest wife..."

Last night, I failed with Yuanchun and didn't achieve my full success. That was because I didn't lay the groundwork enough, but everything went smoothly with Yingchun.

It will be the second day of February, Yingchun's birthday, in a few days. It's a good opportunity to give her some gifts.

However, now he has become the target of public criticism, and Yingchun is the person involved. If he celebrates his birthday in Rong Mansion, it may be difficult to find a suitable opportunity.

It would be better to find another way. Let Jia She and Lady Xing take Yingchun back to the East Courtyard under the pretext of her birthday, and then send her to their own home. This way, there would be no risk of any consequences.

At first, when Jin Chuan heard that she was asked to find Madam Xing, she thought that her master was addicted to sex.

After understanding the specific instructions, Fang asked in surprise: "Second... Second Miss?"

In her impression, Zhang Yun逸 was different from others only in his attitude towards Lin Daiyu.

Zhang Yunyi did not hide it from her, and said with a smile: "The old lady and the eldest master have promised the second girl to me as a concubine a long time ago, but it has not been made public yet!"

Jin Chuan already knew about both Lady Xing and Lady Wang, so there was no need to hide Yingchun's affairs from her.

Hearing that she was to be a concubine, Jin Chuan was surprised, but suddenly realized what was going on. She quickly lowered her head to hide the shock on her face and replied, "I know!"

Zhang Yunyi thought for a moment and added, "Also, later in the day, the government will send over a batch of glass mirrors for the Hanfang Pavilion in the Grand View Tower. They will also be accompanied by some dressing mirrors. Each of you will have one. Give one to each of the girls, and by the way, tell her that the master wants to pick her up and celebrate her birthday alone."

He has been avoiding meeting Yingchun recently. On the one hand, it is because Tanchun is keeping a close eye on him; on the other hand, it is also to pave the way for his birthday.

The greater the hope, the greater the disappointment, and vice versa.

There were already some mirrors in stock before the New Year, but the government office had just opened after the New Year, and there were appointments with Prince Zhongshun and Gu Dashou. In addition, Yingchun was overly worried when she saw that the mirror room was being installed in Yuanchun's place, so she delayed it.

"If there are any extra ones, could you please give some to my sister?"

Jinchuan's efforts to fight for benefits for Yuchuan actually reminded Zhang Yunyi.

He nodded and said, "Of course! Just take care of this little matter. Don't forget about the two ladies, sister-in-law and Aunt Zhao. And don't forget Ping'er, Lin Hongyu and Siqi."

"Isn't it appropriate not to send it to the old lady?" Jin Chuan hesitated.

"Forget it! You decide for yourself! You all know who they are, just don't leave them behind."

Hearing what he said, Jin Chuan unconsciously straightened her chest and patted it, saying, "Please rest assured, sir! I will definitely make the arrangements."

Although these things could not be made public, the fact that even the concubines were unable to see the whole picture was enough to show Master Yi's trust in her, and a strong sense of pride arose spontaneously.

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(End of this chapter)

Chapter 389 The fox pretends to be the tiger's power

"Don't rush to the Second Miss's place, Madam. Wait until I go talk to the Second Miss. Madam will go tomorrow. But you have to go to the Old Lady's place earlier, in case she has any plans and there is a conflict between the two sides."

Zhang Yun逸 only gave the general idea and did not explain it in too much detail, which gave Jin Chuan room to perform.

"Hey! I'll be right there!"

Mrs. Xing turned around and was about to leave, but Jin Chuan stopped her, "Wait! Madam, please go back in a quarter of an hour. When you get to the old lady, I have something for you."

"Why does something have to be brought to the old lady?" Mrs. Xing looked puzzled.

"Although the master doesn't often ask the first wife to serve him, he will inevitably ask you to come over occasionally, so you have to tidy up carefully. Look, I've prepared a glass mirror for the first wife so that you can see carefully."

"Then why didn't you bring it?"

"The Madam is confused!" Jin Chuan sneered, "This thing is rare, and it's hard to buy outside now. Since the master gave it away, everyone must have one. I'll give it to you now. When the old lady asks about it, won't it be obvious to tell her that I came here first?"

"Yes, yes, yes! I didn't think it through!" Mrs. Xing bent down unconsciously, "What about me tonight?"

"I can't make the decision! I'll go back and ask for the first wife!"

Looking at Mrs. Xing who responded repeatedly, Jin Chuan couldn't help but have the illusion that she was the master.

Therefore, from beginning to end, the three words "uncle said" never came out of her mouth.

Although it seemed like she was just taking advantage of the power of another, this feeling really made her feel like she was floating in the air.

However, there is a flaw in the ointment: the first wife lacks some interest after all.

Thinking of this, she couldn't help but become impatient.

"Now that the eldest lady knows, I will go first!"

Jin Chuan strode out of the east wing with her head held high and returned to Ningguo Mansion. She then instructed a few maids to do chores and, carrying a large bag of dressing mirrors that she had prepared, she went to Rongguo Mansion again.

The large glass mirror, which was more than a meter tall, had to be installed in Hanfang Pavilion, so naturally, it was necessary to inform Lady Jia in advance, and also to ask the girls in the garden to take shelter in the house temporarily.

So, as soon as the mirror was delivered, she ordered someone to pass on the message and directed the craftsmen and servants of Rong Mansion to move the mirror directly into Rongguo Mansion.

After entering the Rongguo Mansion, Jin Chuan went straight to Rongqing Hall.

Mrs. Xing has just reported to Lady Jia that on the second day of the second month, she will take Yingchun back to the East Courtyard so that she can celebrate her birthday alone.

Grandmother Jia was originally in a dilemma, but she could exempt some money from the gift of money for Xue Baochai's birthday, or contribute a little, and if she was frugal, she could get by.

But Yingchun is different now. If Zhang Yun逸 is not married, she will definitely be dissatisfied. If she holds a grand wedding, it will cost a lot of money.

Now, Jia She and Mrs. Xing took the initiative to take responsibility and take Yingchun back, saving her from being embarrassed.

He agreed immediately.

Seeing Jinchuan coming into the room, he hurriedly said, "My son's birthday is my mother's hardship. Although you are not the second girl's biological mother, you are still her mother. I naturally cannot have any objection to taking her back."

From what Mrs. Xing said, not only was there no plan for a grand celebration, but even the birthday party was canceled. She was just going to invite Yingchun back to stay for two days, which made her a little hesitant.

Just get rid of this blame in front of Jinchuan.

After that, Grandmother Jia looked at Jin Chuan again and asked, "What's wrong? Is there something wrong with Hanfang Pavilion?"

"What could possibly be wrong with the staff that Master has arranged?" Upon hearing Lady Jia's question, Jin Chuan even forgot to offer her gifts and replied with a smile, "This mirror is clearer than a bronze mirror. Master has ordered one to be given to the old lady, the mistress, the grandmother, and the girls."

She took a bundle from a servant girl, took out two dressing mirrors, and gave Lady Jia's to Yuanyang.

She handed another copy to Mrs. Xing and said, "The eldest lady is here, so I don't have to make another trip."

Grandmother Jia was blinded by the bright mirror, but she didn't care about Jinchuan's impoliteness and said with a smile, "Brother Yi is thoughtful!"

"The old lady and the first lady are here, I still need to go somewhere else to deliver it!"

After leaving Rongqing Hall, she went straight to Rongxi Hall.

"Just wait here. I still need to talk to my sister!"

After leaving the maidservant accompanying her outside Rong Xi Tang, she grabbed a bundle and walked in.

After entering, he was not in a hurry to speak. Instead, he looked at Caixia and others in the hall.

Mrs. Wang thought that Zhang Yunyi had brought some words with him, so she quickly sent him away.

When only Madam Wang and her sisters were left in the room, Jin Chuan took out a mirror and put it in front of a ray of sunlight that shone into the room. She adjusted the angle and reflected the light directly onto Madam Wang's face. Then she said in a commanding tone, "Look, Madam, this mirror is much clearer than a bronze mirror. Next time when the master comes to stay, Madam, you must look in this mirror and tidy up carefully."

Mrs. Wang was blinded by the reflected sunlight.

How can we not see that Jin Chuan did it on purpose?

But she saw all the things that happened behind his back, but she couldn't get angry. She just felt her cheeks getting hot, and quickly covered them with her hands, saying unhappily, "That's enough! Stop taking pictures!"

Although Jin Chuan was fearless, she was worried that Jin Chuan would take her anger out on her sister if she got upset.

Then he stopped talking, took out a mirror, handed it to Mrs. Wang, and said, "I won't go to Aunt Zhao's place anymore!"

Then, Fang grabbed the last one, hugged the jade bracelet, and said as if presenting a treasure: "This is what the master asked me to bring to you."

"And mine?" Yuchuan was flattered for a moment.

Jin Chuan glanced at Madam Wang and said, "You are also my person, how could I forget you?"

As she spoke, she grabbed Yuchuan's hand and said, "You saw it just now, this mirror is really interesting! Come on! There is another one outside, let's go out and play with it for a while."

It's still early, and although there are still many people to be sent away, there is no need to rush.

Yuchuan and she each held a mirror and played with the sunlight for a quarter of an hour before leisurely going to Wang Xifeng's yard.

When it came to Wang Xifeng, she restrained her behavior of taking advantage of the power of others and presented the things in a proper manner.

After coming out, he did not go straight to the Grand View Garden.

Instead, he entered the Xue family courtyard in the northeast corner.

Although Zhang Yun逸 did not mention Aunt Xue, he did not see any clues.

But it does not prevent Jin Chuan from having her own plans.

Zhang Yunyi had accepted all the wives, grandmothers, and even concubines in this mansion, so how could he be missing only this concubine?

Even though he has not succeeded yet, he still has this thought in mind.

As Lady Wang's former personal maid, she naturally served her wholeheartedly. Aunt Xue was a plump and heat-shy person, so she had seen her pampered body many times.

Knowing that Aunt Xue is not only younger than Lady Wang, but also has a better figure and skin, even Lady Wang is pleased with her, so Mr. Yi will surely not miss this younger sister.

Anyway, Mr. Yi doesn't need a mirror. Since he told her to do whatever she wants, there will be no punishment for giving her one more.

It is not known whether it will be a credit if done well.

Aunt Xue had no idea that it was Jin Chuan who made the decision on her own, and she just thought it was Zhang Yunyi's idea.

Tea was served and water was poured. Jin Chuan was indeed thirsty after running all the way, so she drank tea while observing Aunt Xue.

Aunt Xue held the shining mirror in her hands, feeling mixed emotions and feeling relieved.

However, her appearance like this saw a completely different picture in Jin Chuan's eyes.

He felt quite pleased with himself, thinking to himself that he had done nothing wrong.

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(End of this chapter)

Chapter 390 Lin Daiyu's Test

Inside Xiaoxiang Pavilion.

Jinchuan took the tea handed to her by Zijuan and took a big sip.

Contrary to her attitude in front of Madam Wang, she asked the maids to open all the bundles and said with a smile on her face, "I just gave this glass dressing mirror to the old lady and the ladies, and I brought it to you first so that you can choose first!"

As Lady Wang's former personal maid, she had heard a lot of stories told by Zhou Rui's wife about her experience delivering palace flowers, as well as her stories about how petty Lin Daiyu was.

Although this was partly due to Zhou Ruijia's ability to judge the situation and follow Mrs. Wang's wishes, it is also an indisputable fact that Lin Daiyu has a sensitive personality.

As a maid born in the Rongguo Mansion, she was more or less infected with some bad habits of bullying the weak.

It is easy to change the country but difficult to change one's nature. Although he changed his allegiance to Zhang Yun逸, his habits were retained unsurprisingly.