Chapter 154: The Son-in-law - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

 Chapter 154: The Son-in-law

"If I become the son-in-law, in the short term, the court will be like the moon in the sky—visible but untouchable. Without the Wen family's assets in hand, do you think I can survive in the Princess's mansion, which is like a wolf's den?"

Princess Changlin's greatest strength lay in controlling the economic lifeline of the royal family. If Wen Xinglu wanted to gain her favor, he would have to start from this point. Otherwise, his future path would be extremely difficult.

Thinking about his future, he could easily discard the assets outside the capital. Wen Jingzong could still manage without them. "Fine. What about your third condition?"

Wen Xinglu was straightforward, and Wen Jingzong didn't delay either.

In this regard, he seemed more like Wen Jingzong's son than Wen Mengsheng, swiftly cutting through the confusion.

"Third, I want to meet with the Duke personally, alone."

The word 'alone' was emphasized very clearly, almost through gritted teeth.

After this battle, he understood thoroughly. Currently, the Wen family was barely respected among the powerful, but he was different. He wanted Duke Wei to know his abilities, his ambitions, his steadfastness. Only then would there be a chance for Duke Wei to fulfill his promise after the ninth prince's rise to power.

This was more critical than anything else.

If he was to commit himself, it wasn't impossible, but there had to be enough benefits to make him willingly pay the price, right?

Wen Jingzong understood his intentions and for the first time felt he might have made the wrong decision.

His nephew had severed all ties with him, and even if he rose from the ashes in the future, he would never sail on the same boat as him. But now, if he didn't agree, was there any other way out? None.

So, with a serious tone, he said, "I can only introduce you, but I can't guarantee if Duke Wei will agree."

"Just tell him I have a way to make the Princess serve the Ninth Prince. Naturally, then I can see him."

His confident expression even made Wen Jingzong doubt. With the cunning mind of the Princess, who had grown up in the imperial court and mingled in business circles, would the Duke believe the boast of a young man? He couldn't say.

However, the next evening, Duke Wei did indeed secretly meet with Wen Xinglu at his mansion. What they discussed was not disclosed to outsiders, but it was known that since then, Duke Wei looked at Wen Jingzong with a more complex gaze.

Before entering the Princess's mansion, Wen Xinglu came to see Wen Yuwei for the last time. Like an elder, he repeatedly reminded her to be humble, not to be willful, and to stay away from the Wen family father and son. Even though they shared the surname Wen, the siblings would rather die than have such a heartless uncle.

"Becoming a son-in-law sounds good, but there was no celebratory banquet."

With just a fast horse, a bundle, and two boxes, Wen Xinglu entered the Princess's mansion alone.

At first, the servants at the door didn't realize he was the future son-in-law. If he hadn't announced himself, he might not have been able to enter the mansion's main gate.

The disdainful eyes of the servants at the door, the jealous looks from the men in the backyard—all these humiliations were noted meticulously by Wen Xinglu. He vowed to retaliate.

Princess Changlin, upon hearing that Wen Xinglu had arrived at the mansion, was somewhat impressed.

"You came alone?"

"Yes, I noticed that he didn't even bring much luggage."

"Oh? That's odd. I thought the Wen family would wait a few more days before sending you here."

Hua Qing and Hua Yu assisted the Princess in removing her hairpins and changing out of her luxurious clothes into a simple soft muslin dress for daily wear. Her makeup was removed, revealing a mature charm, though not as radiant as a woman in her twenties, yet charming in a different way.

"Bring the son-in-law in."

"Yes."

Following the orders, Hua Qing saw Wen Xinglu standing respectfully in the courtyard. He wore a sky-blue brocade robe over a mouse-fur coat, his face still plain, although less gentle than on the Lantern Festival night, still handsome.

"Son-in-law, the Princess invites you."

"Yes."

Inside, Wen Xinglu was respectful, bowing first before speaking, "Since our parting on the Lantern Festival night, has the Princess been well?"

"Oh? Is the son-in-law willingly here to marry me?"

"Of course, I am honored to have the Princess's favor. How could I not recognize good fortune? Please rest assured, now that I have come, I am here willingly."

Studying his face carefully, the Princess found him sincere. However, he had been evasive when she wanted to speak more on that day. How had his attitude changed so drastically in just a few days?

The Princess was more curious than critical of Wen Xinglu. Few were as straightforward as he was, which made her admire him.

"Son-in-law, have you made up your mind?"

Wen Xinglu didn't answer immediately. Instead, he brushed his fingers through her smooth hair, his eyes fixed on her face, clearly expressing his intentions.

He had experienced physical intimacy before, but now, this person made him want to conquer her.

Hua Qing and Hua Yu, used to serving the Princess, understood what was about to happen. They quietly left the room, leaving behind a ripple.

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