A concubine enters the mansion? Reborn, three matchmakers and six engagements to marry the Prime Min

Jiang Qi replied: "This matter is not a secret, it was found out without much effort."

"It all started when Madam Chen praised you in public and said that it was really hard for you to take care of the Third Master all by yourself."

"Then the virtuous concubine said that it was because of Lord Shen's loyalty that he refused to take a concubine, and she also mentioned the last time the Third Master drank with Elder Chen. Madam Chen said that it was because it was given in person, and Lord Shen couldn't accept it. If it was a reward from the virtuous concubine, it would be different."

"And Princess Chaoyun was also drumming up support on the side, so the Concubine Xian issued her decree."

Su Qingyu was not surprised. This morning, Li Chaoyun and Madam Chen entered the palace, and Jiang Chenyue entered the mansion at noon. She had long guessed that it might have something to do with these two people.

As for the fact that Jiang Chenyue knew martial arts, it might be a backup plan left by the virtuous concubine. If Shen Zhixiu could not be used by the crown prince, or was inclined to another prince, Jiang Chenyue would be a knife to get rid of him.

After Jiang Qi left, Su Qingyu thought for a while before instructing Feicui, "Find an empty courtyard in the main courtyard to settle Jiang Chenyue. She cannot stay in the west courtyard."

Feicui is right. If the person stays in the West Courtyard, even if the Third Master doesn't touch her, she will still get into trouble.

"Just tell others that... the Shen family is planning to set up a dance and music troupe, and we'd like Miss Jiang to help with the preparations."

Many families in Beijing have dance and music troupes, which is not uncommon. When families hold banquets or important festivals, the dance and music troupes come out to liven up the atmosphere and add to the fun.

The Shen family had one before, but when the old man passed away, they were dismissed during the mourning period. After the mourning period was over, Shen Zhixiu took over the family and never mentioned it again.

Just as she finished giving the order, Zhenzhu came in and reported, "Madam, Miss Hancui came to tell her that the old lady wants you to go to Qingyuanju."

Feicui looked at Su Qingyu and said worriedly, "Madam, will the old lady ask you to come over for this Miss Jiang?"

"If the old lady wants to leave the person to the Third Master..."

It’s no wonder that Feicui is worried. As a mother, who doesn’t want her son to enjoy the happiness of having many children and grandchildren?

Su Qingyu shook her head and said, "The old lady wouldn't be so confused."

Even if they really wanted to arrange a concubine for Shen Zhixiu, it would be a girl with a clean family background, not someone sent by the virtuous concubine who could betray the Shen family at any time.

Su Qingyu stood up, combed her hair again, put on the new cloak she had made in spring, and led her people towards Qingyuanju.

Feicui went to find an empty yard and moved Jiang Chenyue out of the west yard.

Su Qingyu walked through the moon gate between the west courtyard and the main courtyard, and after taking a few steps, she met Shen Zhao.

Su Qingyu muttered to herself, what bad luck.

She wanted to walk around him, but unexpectedly, when Shen Zhao saw her, his eyes lit up and he walked over quickly.

"Aunt San doesn't look very good. Is she angry?"

"No matter how proud a woman is, she can't escape the drama of competing for favor with concubines. My nephew is really worried about Third Aunt."

Shen Zhao stood with his hands behind his back, speaking in a serious tone, as if speaking in a serious manner could hide his dirty thoughts.

Su Qingyu raised her eyelids slightly and glanced at him with contempt.

"Your Third Uncle is indeed not as good as you in this respect. He keeps himself clean. Unlike you, even when your wife had a miscarriage, you still climbed into the maid's bed."

Su Qingyu despised this kind of meaningless verbal battle, and it would be better to seize the opportunity to stab someone in the back.

Shen Zhao stepped forward, but when he was about to reach Su Qingyu's arm's length away, he was stopped by Zhenzhu, "Young Master, please respect yourself."

Shen Zhao ignored Zhenzhu and stared at Su Qingyu with a sinister look, speaking in a low voice.

"Keep oneself clean? Third Aunt is really stupid. Where in the world can there be a man who keeps himself clean?"

"I'm a man, I understand. No man can control someone like Jiang Chenyue."

Su Qingyu was suddenly stunned, and a thought flashed through her mind.

Then she rolled her eyes at Shen Zhao and walked away, walking past him.

Shen Zhao stood there, clenching his fists. Sometimes being ignored can make people even more crazy.

When Su Qingyu arrived at Qingyuanju, Li Chaoyun was also there.

On the nanmu table on the big kang next to the window in the banquet room, there was a snack box that looked like it came from the palace.

Su Qingyu guessed that Li Chaoyun had returned from the palace and brought snacks for the old lady.

"Hello, Third Auntie. You don't look well. Please take care of yourself."

Li Chaoyun and Shen Zhao actually held the same opinion. No one knew how they could tell that she looked unwell.

The old lady heard the hidden meaning of Li Chaoyun's words and said, "You must be tired after entering the palace. Go back and rest. I will talk to your third aunt."

Li Chaoyun pursed her red lips. Although she was unhappy, she didn't dare to say anything.

After Li Chaoyun left, only Nanny Hua remained to serve. The old lady motioned for Su Qingyu to sit closer and asked, "What are your plans for the person from the palace?"

The old lady had a smile on her face and a calm expression, and her eyes were full of love as she looked at Su Qingyu.

Su Qingyu did not hide it and said, "My daughter-in-law plans to find an empty yard in the main courtyard and let her settle down first. Later, I want to organize a dance and music troupe in the mansion, so it's a good opportunity for her to be in charge of this matter."

The old lady nodded slightly, "This idea doesn't count. It won't hurt Concubine Xian's face, and it can also get Zhixiu out of this matter."

"You are right. This person cannot stay in the West Courtyard. Firstly, Zhi Xiu has a special status, and the court has been somewhat turbulent recently because of the issue of the crown prince. It is better not to make trouble. Secondly, it will affect your relationship as husband and wife after all, so it is better to move him out."

The old lady was afraid that Su Qingyu would have some reservations and really keep her. After hearing her plan, she felt relieved and was more satisfied with her daughter-in-law.

Su Qingyu couldn't help but say, "Mother, I see other mothers-in-law are eager to give their sons more concubines, so that they can have more children and more blessings. But you are only thinking about me, and you are afraid that I will be wronged."

The old lady snorted casually, "More children, more blessings? In fact, concubines are the root of family chaos."

"When the old man and I first got married, my mother-in-law often sent people to his son."

"This backyard was in turmoil for several years. Later, the old man calmed down, and I gave birth to three sons, and things finally calmed down."

"So I thought at that time, if I had a son, I would never give him a concubine. Everything is up to them."

The old lady patted Su Qingyu's hand again and said, "If you are still childless when you are thirty or forty years old, I might give Zhixiu a concubine and have a child born and adopt him under your name."

At this point, the old lady laughed again, "I'm going too far. When you're in your thirties or forties, I'm afraid the grass on your grave will be quite tall."

Su Qingyu hurriedly said, "What are you talking about, mother? With so many children who are filial to you, you will surely live a long life."

The old lady was not shy about death. She smiled and said, "Everyone has their day. There is nothing to hide."

Thinking of the old lady's later condition in her previous life, Su Qingyu felt inexplicably sad.

He said in a gentle voice, "Mother, please take the prescriptions that Mr. Zhou gave you on time. They are all good for your health."

"When Master San and I have children, mother will have to help us look after them."

"The child will play with his grandmother when the time comes. Please don't refuse."

The old lady smiled as she recalled that scene. "Well, for the sake of my little grandson, I have to take care of myself."

Aunt Hua joked, "The Third Madam is the most filial in our family. The old lady must take good care of her and don't let her down."

After leaving Qingyuanju, Feicui came to greet me.

"Madam, I plan to move Miss Jiang to the Osmanthus Villa in the main courtyard. It's a bit out of the way, so it won't disturb others."

If possible, Feicui would like to place people directly outside the mansion. This osmanthus cottage is in the northwest corner of the Shen family's main courtyard, not far from the ancestral hall. That place can no longer be simply described as remote.

Su Qingyu shook her head and said, "Place them in Pinghu Residence."

She wanted to give Shen Zhao and Li Chaoyun a big gift that would be unforgettable for the couple.