HLnovel Chapter 303 The Zhen Family's Scheme
Chapter 303 The Zhen Family's Scheme
It's more fun to go out with a group of people, so Jia Hu didn't think much of it.
Who knew that the person in charge would always intentionally or unintentionally tell him and the young prince what the girl's name was and what she could do at such a young age. After this happened several times, Jia Hu realized that something was wrong.
They're out having fun, so why introduce them to everyone? And why only introduce them to them? It would be one thing if they just pretended to be showing off how great their young ladies are, but why did they even ask which girl he and the young prince thought was good?
Jia Hu realized that the young imperial grandson, having grown up in the palace, could not possibly be unaware of such matters.
Situ Minghe immediately received the smile and reprimanded the head steward, saying:
"Why are you telling us all this!"
The person in charge immediately apologized and followed behind, not daring to say anything more. He had originally thought that these young men were so small, what could they possibly know?
However, this incident did affect Jia Hu and his companions' mood for sightseeing. When innocent and charming young girls invited them to go see the flowers, birds, and lake together, they all smiled and declined.
Jia Hu thought it wouldn't be good to refuse too many things, so while they were strolling in the street, he took out some silver and let all the children each pick out something they liked.
They were only out in the morning and would be back for lunch. When they arrived at the Zhen residence, Zhen Chenhao greeted them at the gate. Seeing them get off the carriage, he asked them with a smile if they were happy.
Everyone greeted them with smiles, and Jia Hu and the young prince naturally said they had a lot of fun and thanked them for their help.
After sending the young masters back and making arrangements, Zhen Chenhao returned to his own courtyard and had dinner with his wife.
When Madam Zhen saw him return, she did not give him a kind look.
Zhen Chenhao wasn't angry. He smiled and went over to ask:
"What's wrong, Madam? Has someone upset you?"
Madam Zhen, born into a prominent family and with a fiery temper, waved her hand and said:
"You said today is such a good opportunity, why won't you let our Jin'er go?"
Zhen Chenhao took a sip of tea with a smile, but before he could speak again, Madam Zhen, seeing his expression, said angrily:
"Why don't you think about Jin'er? The little prince went out to play today. What a great opportunity! If our Jin'er had gone, she could have formed a friendship with him, which would have been very beneficial in the future."
And Jia Hu is also going today; the young master of the Duke's mansion will also own the Duke's mansion in the future.
Even if things don't work out in the future, you'll still have a friendship. What a great opportunity you had to give to that girl from the second wife.
Zhen Chenhao smiled and shook his head, then helped Madam Zhen sit down.
"Madam, please don't be angry. Let me tell you what Jin'er's status is! With her aunt around, Jin'er is bound to enter the palace. Our Jin'er is beautiful and smart, and she is proficient in all the arts, so there's no need for her to rush to go."
If we do this today, wouldn't we be just as disrespectful as those collateral branches?
Girls should observe proper etiquette.
Upon hearing this, Madam Zhen tore the handkerchief in her hand and said:
“I’m not worried that the girl from the second wife will be chosen; it’s just that they’ve already gained the upper hand.”
"Haha, Madam, what are you saying? The young prince and the young master of the Jia family are only a few years old. It's too early to talk about whether they like each other or not."
Madam Zhen turned her head and said:
"Then why did you bring so many girls from the collateral branches here? Was it just for show?"
Zhen Chenhao smiled and said:
"Madam, you don't understand. Look at those girls, some are lively, some are spoiled, and some are quiet."
Madam Zhen slapped Zhen Chenhao.
"Honestly, you can't even figure out what preferences you have now. It's too early for you to be thinking about these things, as you said."
Zhen Chenhao straightened up and said with a smile:
"Madam, you may not know this, but there is a saying that one can tell a lot about a person's future from their youth, and there is always some basis to it."
Jia Hu and Jia Zhen returned to the courtyard, where their two grandfathers were also there. Seeing them return, they smiled and said:
"Did you have fun today?"
Seeing that the two didn't seem very happy, Jia Daihua smiled and said:
"You two always say you want to go out and have fun, but when I actually let you have your fun, you don't seem very happy."
Jia Zhen didn't understand why so many young girls kept crowding around them today, trying to get him to look at flowers and birds, but he wasn't interested and was very bored.
The two of them didn't have much fun today. A large group of people, all young masters from various families, were there. Even if Zhen Chenhao had a hundred times the courage, he wouldn't dare to take them out recklessly.
Jia Hu had originally hoped that he could learn something from the Zhen family after going out today. But given the current situation, and the Zhen family steward trying to get information from them, what could he possibly ask?
Jia Hu sat down, took a sip of fruit juice to calm himself down, and then recounted the events of the day without any emotion.
Let's just say it like this. We can't exactly tell Grandfather that the Zhen family brought all their young girls out without even thinking about how old they are. It's really speechless.
This trip out wasn't enjoyable at all, and I didn't find out anything about it.
Listen to Hu'er recount what she did this morning, as if reading aloud, and then listen to what Hu'er is thinking.
Jia Daishan naturally understood. It wasn't surprising that the Zhen family did this. Even if the children were still young, leaving one behind would be a bond of affection, and their childhood friendship would be a beautiful story to tell.
That's the thought, but it's already annoying to see them touching their grandson, let alone the fact that the little prince went along today.
Jia Daishan and Jia Daihua coaxed their grandsons a few more times, promising to take them out to play again when they had time, which finally made them happy.
As for the second branch of the Zhen family, Zhen Chenyao now only has a son and a daughter, and he dotes on his daughter terribly.
When his older brother came yesterday, he was initially unwilling; there's no such thing as someone eagerly going, but it was indeed a rare opportunity.
Unlike the first wife, their second wife's family was not as close to them. Their sister, Consort Zhen, favored the first wife's family and was not very close to them.
Even his own father said that even if he were to pass away, the two families would separate. Since that's the case, then don't blame them for seeking opportunities.
Zhen Chenyao secretly sent a letter to the Seventh Prince, asking him to meet.
Since arriving in Jiangnan, the Seventh Prince has kept a low profile. Before he left, his brother had told him that the situation in Jiangnan was complicated and that he should be careful and discreet, and never stand out.
After what happened on the ship, he really should keep a low profile. After receiving a letter from the second master of the Zhen family, he hesitated for a moment but decided to go and see what Zhen Chenyao was up to.
To avoid attracting attention, the Seventh Prince arrived at a small courtyard in the Zhen residence, where Zhen Chenyao had prepared fine wine and food for him.
Seeing this scene, the Seventh Prince sneered and said:
"Going to all this trouble, is it just to invite this prince to a meal?"
Zhen Chenyao smiled and said:
"Seventh Prince, you may not know the significance of this meal. Why don't you have the servants leave so we can eat and chat?"
The eunuchs and guards behind the Seventh Prince were worried about his safety and were naturally unwilling to comply.
Zhen Chenyao smiled and shook his head:
"I've always heard that the Seventh Prince is exceptionally courageous, but it turns out that's not true!"
Such an obvious provocation! The chief eunuch behind the Seventh Prince was about to reprimand him when the Seventh Prince coldly told everyone behind him to leave.
He still didn't believe that Zhen Chenyao had gotten himself into a bad mood and dared to act tough in front of him.
After everyone had left, Zhen Chenyao poured a cup of wine for the Seventh Prince, then picked up the wine cup on the table.
"Thank you for your honor, Seventh Prince. I will drink this cup first!"
After saying that, Zhen Chenyao drank it all in one gulp.
The Seventh Prince glanced at the wine glass, then at Zhen Chenyao, but did not drink it.
Zhen Chenyao didn't care at all. He poured himself another glass of wine, swirled it in the glass, and then drank it in one gulp.
"Seventh Prince, did you like the gift I gave you the other day?"