Chapter 65: Father

  Fang Wanru was half-reclining on the beauty couch, closing her eyes to enjoy the rare rest time. Da Yatou Haitang held a beauty mallet, knocking her legs with a gentle and moderate force, just right. Haitang was Fang Wanru's most capable maid, not only beautiful but also good-tempered, doing things with great skill, and more importantly, she understood Fang Wanru very well, knowing all her likes and dislikes. That's why even though Fang Wanru already had two trusted mothers by her side, she still couldn't do without Haitang's service.

  For more than twenty years, she has been married into the Qin family, but her heart has never been as light as it is now. For these twenty years, in the vast Qin mansion, which day was not spent by her managing everything? All matters inside and outside had to go through her hands, exhausting and frustrating, yet not pleasing anyone. Thinking back, she was also a knowledgeable and reasonable official's daughter, if she hadn't truly liked her cousin, how would she have lowered herself to marry into the Qin family? Thinking about her life, there really wasn't a single day of ease, originally thinking that her cousin was a refined and elegant scholar, who would have thought he was actually a philanderer? If it weren't for her own efforts back then, she might still be on an equal footing with that cheap woman now! Although her aunt gave her support, over the years, which matter big or small wasn't something she didn't listen to her about. To put it nicely, she was the mistress of the Qin family, but to put it harshly, she was just someone who couldn't even make decisions about the maids' marriages.

  More than twenty years have passed, enough to turn a lovesick girl into a woman who sees through the true face of the world. Fang Wanru is no longer the naive girl who fantasized about making vows with her cousin and living together in harmony. She has seen through Qin Zongwen's true nature - he is not only a philanderer, but also weak-willed, unable to escape his aunt's control, always letting his younger sister get the better of him. When it comes to Qin Fengge, Fang Wanru feels a pang of anger. It's one thing for her aunt to spoil her, but how could she agree to let San Niang marry into their family as a concubine? How could she not be furious? Previously, when she had dealt with San Niang over the matter of Qian Xin, it was truly out of desperation - even so, she had never intended for San Niang to die. The Qin family's descendants are already few in number, and they only have this one useless son, Zichen. His path has not been smooth, and after several years of studying, he still hasn't achieved anything. It seems that he won't make it as an official, so he can only work hard in the business world. All the people and relationships in the Qin family who can be utilized are meant to be helpful to her son in the future. Zichen is good at reading books, and when he takes office in the future, he can also help his brother. These few unmarried daughters are even more the best candidates to help the Qin family and assist Zichen.

  As long as the girls marry well, which one will not think of their own kindness and help their own brothers? A big tree must branch out, no one can stop it. But if one's own family doesn't help oneself, this tree will wither and die even if its roots are deep. One understands this principle, how could Auntie not understand it? If she hadn't been annoyed, she would have agreed to Qin Fengge's idea. Once San Niangzi's reputation is ruined, she can only marry into their family as a concubine.

  If it weren't for the fact that she had something on her, why would she still have to look at her face and do things? Fortunately, God opened his eyes and suddenly let them encounter such a good thing. Although this matter still needs to be considered in the long run, having hope is better than having no hope. After the New Year, I will find a way to settle the marriage with the Jia family, and then go to promote the marriage with the Li family. In this way, the two girls will marry one official and one merchant, which can also solve her heart affair. San Niangzi is indeed an empty-hearted person, but she still has me to make decisions for her! As long as she marries into the Li family, I will give her advice and think of ways for her. People who are used to being obedient have no way to be independent and can only rely on their mother's family to have a chance to stand out. Even if that girl is foolish, she should understand this truth. She can marry into the Li family, and she should still be grateful to me.

  Just then, Zheng's mother pushed open the curtain and came in. Seeing Fang Wanru sleeping, she was about to withdraw.

  "What's up." The voice was extremely languid, yet revealed a few rare hints of interest.

  Zheng's mother had never seen Fang Wanru like this before, and she was stunned. It wasn't until Haitang gave her a signal that she came back to herself. "Third Miss has arrived, saying she's here to thank the madam."

  Fang Wanru knew in her heart that she had come for the clothes, thinking to herself that this was indeed a naive girl who had never seen the world. It was just a few pieces of clothing, yet she had run over so anxiously. But this was also good, didn't it prove that this little servant girl was easy to manipulate? Thinking this, Fang Wanru ordered Haitang to stop what she was doing. Haitang hastily put away the beautiful hairpin with the carved characters for "good fortune and longevity" and helped Fang Wanru up, adjusting her clothes for her.

  Fang Wanru ordered Zheng Mama, "Let her in!"

  Zheng's mother received the order and turned around to invite Qin Daihe in.

  Haitang had already retreated to one side, seeing Qin Dai's arrival, she came forward and supported her, she always felt that this third miss was weak, either sick or in trouble, so it was better to support her.

  Qin Dai Xin bowed to Fang Wanru, but didn't sit down. She said facing Fang Wanru: "I'm here especially to thank my mother. He Dama has told me everything. My affairs are not important, yet they've caused you so much worry and trouble. I'm truly unfilial."

  Fang Wanru changed her usual indifferent attitude, beckoning her to come over, Qin Dai walked to the bed and let Fang Wanru hold her hand.

  "We're all family, you can't say that, you were punished and sent to the farm, I'm also very uncomfortable about it. But it was your grandmother's idea, so I couldn't say much. During that time, there were many annoying things at home and outside, I didn't have time to take care of you, now everything is coming back together, my heart feels better."

  Qin Dai's heart was filled with gratitude, and she smiled slightly, revealing a hint of flattery on her face. "Mother is the most heartbroken for me. He Daniu is not an ordinary needlework woman, her craftsmanship is superb, and she specializes in making clothes for Grandmother and Mother. Now that I've gained such a great advantage, I must come to thank Mother."

  Fang Wanru was delighted, and directly praised Qin Dai for being understanding. Haitang chimed in from the side, "It's no wonder that the madam always mentions Third Miss, Third Miss's temperament is getting better and better, it's just like she's becoming more and more like the madam."

  Qin Dai's heart couldn't help but cover her mouth and laugh, even Fang Wanyu was delighted to see the teeth without seeing the eyes, the atmosphere in the house was suddenly harmonious.

  These are just polite words, don't take them seriously. Qin Dai knew it in her heart and wouldn't put these words on the table. She was afraid that if she stayed too long, Fang Wanru's face would be stiff from smiling.

  Fang Wan did not have the patience to face her, and soon showed a tired expression. Qin Dai saw this and quickly got up to bid farewell, taking Ruyi back to her own garden.

  Something's off. Fang Wanru has always waited on her, but never as intimately as now. Given her character, she would absolutely not do something without any benefit to herself.

  "She had people make discreet inquiries to see if the lady and gentleman had any recent joyful events, but she felt that something was fishy and couldn't find out anything, so she could only send someone to keep an eye on them and try to gather some information."

  As expected, it's clear that you've gotten close to the young lady in the madam's courtyard.

  Qin Dai Xin believed that everything in this world could be traced, and things would always become clear. She was anxious at the moment, but it was useless. Just as she was thinking about this, Chun Li rushed in hastily. Like Yi was just about to scold her a few words when he heard the maid say: "Miss, a young servant came over with a message saying that Master will be arriving at Chang Xiao Garden soon."

  This time, not only was Yu Rong stunned, but Qin Dai's heart was also stunned.

  Qin Chongwen didn't pay much attention to the young ladies in the mansion, and rarely visited his daughter's courtyard. Since the last time he searched for the little thief, he hadn't come to see her again. Occasionally, when he met Fang Shi, he just greeted her briefly. Why did this cheap old man suddenly take an interest in coming to her place?

  At this time, there was no more time to think about these things. Qin Dai's heart hurriedly asked Chunli to help her tidy up her hair. When she came back from Fang Wanyu, she had already let people remove the full head of pearls and jade. I really don't know what ancient women were thinking, didn't they fear getting cervical spondylosis?

  The girl outside the door heard the sound of greetings and saw that the usually quiet courtyard had suddenly become lively. Without asking, she knew it was her cheap old dad who had arrived.

  Qin Congwen saw his third daughter standing neatly by the side as soon as he entered the house, obviously having received news earlier and intentionally waiting there to greet him.

  Qin Dai Xin greeted Qin Cong Wen with a bow and said, "Father, please take a seat. I'll have the maids bring tea right away." Ruyi had been attending to Qin Dai Xin for so many years that she naturally understood her intentions. As soon as Qin Dai Xin finished speaking, Ruyi personally went to prepare the tea and refreshments.

  Qin Congwen saw her standing there, somewhat stiff and seemingly not quite used to his arrival. Thinking about it, he had been busy with business matters for so many years, busy with the future of his two sons, and rarely inquired about the affairs of the daughters in the house. Even when he did ask, it was with the hope that their marriages would bring him something. As he thought this, Qin Congwen felt uneasy in his heart, and didn't even notice when Ruyi brought over tea or retreated.

  If it weren't for the Li family's relationship, I'm afraid he wouldn't have noticed this daughter yet! To cover up his inner guilt, Qin Zongwen hastily picked up his teacup and took a sip, only to find that it was his beloved White Fog tea. His guilt became uncontrollable, and his eyes unconsciously softened.

  "A Li, you sit down too! Let's have a chat, just the two of us." The tone was full of unfamiliar politeness.

  Qin Dai Xin sat down on a three-legged stool beside him and asked: "I don't know what brought Father here today, what's the matter?"

  PS: It's about to reach the 200,000-word milestone, although I haven't achieved anything remarkable so far. Still, I sincerely thank each and every one of you who has supported me! With all of you, I have motivation~