HLnovel Chapter 333 Admitting Soft
Chapter 333 Admitting Soft
He then proceeded to berate his eldest son:
"You think I don't know about your quarrel with your wife that caused chaos in the yard? If I hadn't covered it up for you outside, it would probably have been spread around long ago."
You're so shameful, all for a concubine! You should settle down and get back to work. You'll be the head of the Zhen family from now on. How can I rest easy with you?
Let me tell you, you're not my only son. If you don't sort out the problems in your yard and keep causing trouble, don't blame me, your father, for cleaning it up for you!
After Zhen Zhangquan finished speaking, he ignored his eldest son and looked at his second son.
"And you, I don't know what you're busy with all day. Instead of being busy, spend more time making friends with ministers and showing your face everywhere."
You can't compare to your brother. Even if your brother is useless, he still holds a high position now.
"You haven't been promoted yet. If you don't make more contributions, I have no reason to send you up."
Zhen Chenhao and Zhen Chenyao had no way to express their grievances. Looking at their furious father, they dared not do anything and could only keep admitting their mistakes.
Zhen Chenyao admitted his mistake, but he was even more indignant. His father was becoming increasingly biased, and he always felt that he was inferior to his older brother.
In this father's heart, he felt inferior to this one and that one. He believed that if he were the eldest son, he would definitely be a hundred times better than his current eldest brother.
After scolding his son, Zhen Zhangquan started talking about his grandsons.
"My grandchildren are all good, but you two have ruined them!"
My grandsons are all so clever. Now that the little imperial grandson is in our house, along with the two young princes of the Jia family, we should let them play together more often. They will be childhood playmates and develop a bond.
Zhen Chenhao defended himself:
"Of course, my son wants Jinhe and Jinyi to spend more time with the little prince, but the little prince never leaves the courtyard, so how can they get to know each other on a regular basis?"
Zhen Zhangquan was about to lose his temper again. He had never realized before how stupid his son could be.
"You're so stubborn. You won't send out invitations until the little prince leaves the hospital."
Zhen Chenhao: "What if we can't get them to come?"
"You didn't even try, and you say you can't invite him! Have Jinhe send out invitations to the young prince to go out and play. Invite him as a child, don't be too formal."
To appease his father's anger, Zhen Chenhao quickly replied:
"Son, I understand. It is your son who is foolish. We still have to rely on your father for everything."
Tomorrow I will have Jinhe deliver invitations to the young prince and his sons, inviting them to go on an outing.
"Yes, but we can't favor one over the other. If we can't invite the young prince tomorrow, we can still invite all the young sons of the ministers."
After Zhen Zhangquan finished speaking, he looked at his second son.
“You’re so stubborn. Jin Yi is a smart and obedient child. Let Jin Yi go with her older brother tomorrow.”
Zhen Chenyao quickly agreed.
After scolding his son, Zhen Zhangquan felt much better and returned to the question from the beginning: Why hasn't the Emperor set off yet?
The father and his two sons discussed it back and forth, but ultimately failed to come up with a suitable solution.
Finally, Zhen Chenyao suddenly had a flash of inspiration and said, "Since Jin Yi and the others are going to invite the young prince and the others out tomorrow, if we can get them to come, let Jin Yi and the others ask the young prince and the others when they will set off? I think the young prince and the others should know something about it."
Zhen Zhangquan also thought it was a good idea.
"What you said is indeed a feasible method. We cannot ask, but children can ask each other as friends."
"Did you hear me? Eldest brother, go back and explain things to Jinhe. Second brother, you also need to explain things to Jinyi."
The matter was resolved, and the two brothers went out. On their way back, they had to travel together for a stretch of the road.
Zhen Chenhao spoke first:
"I wonder what my second brother has been busy with these past few days. There are always people coming and going in the study. What important matter is he undertaking? Perhaps I could ask my elder brother for help?"
Zhen Chenyao smiled and said:
"Thank you for your kindness, elder brother, but I am no match for you. All I can do are small things that are not worthy of your attention."
Sigh, my wife is no help at all. My sister-in-law, on the other hand, is not only a great housekeeper, but she also has a harmonious marriage with my brother, which I, as her brother, truly envy.
Zhen Chenhao snorted coldly:
"Hmph, good to know. You should learn from me as your father always says, so that you can accomplish great things sooner and not have to be busy with those useless little things every day."
Zhen Chenyao wasn't angry at all; he just smiled brightly.
"Thank you for your guidance, brother. I will definitely learn more from you. Brother, I'll be going now."
My wife isn't as broad-minded as my sister-in-law; she's incredibly petty. She'll be angry if I get home late.
After Zhen Chenyao finished speaking, he bowed and left without waiting for Zhen Chenhao to reply.
Only Zhen Chenhao, who was furious, was left behind. He wanted to curse, but after looking at his surroundings, he held back.
Because of what his father said today, he was forced to come and find that tigress.
Madam Zhen waited for Zhen Chenhao to return in the room. During the day, the head maid had repeatedly advised her not to quarrel with the master anymore, as it would cause discord between the couple and be bad for her.
Madam Zhen was unwilling to listen to these things; it wasn't her fault, so she wouldn't back down.
The reason she was able to listen in the end was because this nanny was part of her dowry from her family.
Mrs. Zhen was thinking of giving in tonight and stopping the daily arguments, as she was also feeling annoyed.
Upon seeing Zhen Chenhao return, Madam Zhen presented him with tea.
"Master, you're back. You must be tired today. I've already had someone prepare a bath. After you're done, I'll give you a massage to relax your muscles."
Looking at his wife's gentle and considerate demeanor, Zhen Chenhao assumed that she had done something wrong again to be acting this way.
Zhen Chenhao took the tea.
"What did you do? You even got that willow leaf out. You're really something. You didn't make that woman your concubine, and now you can't even tolerate her."
Zhen Chenhao had no feelings for that woman; she was just a pretty face with no charm or interest. He could get rid of her without a second thought.
Madam Zhen almost lost her temper. What kind of talk was that? But remembering what her nanny had said, she held back and smiled:
"What are you saying, sir? Aunt Liu should stay in her own courtyard."
Zhen Chenhao put down his teacup and smiled:
"Is this the right way? Master has always told you to be gentler. Isn't this much better? This is what a lady of a prominent family should do."
Now that you've changed for the better, I'll let bygones be bygones.
Zhen Chenhao went to take a shower with a smile, while Mrs. Zheng was practically grinding her teeth to powder.