PWDLAW Chapter 674: Being Generous as the Mistress
Chapter 674: Being Generous as the Mistress
Regardless of age, no one likes to be looked down upon. Chu Heng passing the imperial examination was a joyous occasion for the entire Chu family.
They didn't want to be disliked or scorned everywhere they went.
Speaking of which, Chu Hongmei's attitude made these old masters feel somewhat uncomfortable.
Having worked hard all their lives, although they were poor, they still had dignity.
Just because they were poor, did that mean they should be looked down upon? That would be too unjust.
It must be said that Chu Hongmei thought she had been clever but she left a bad impression on several of her brothers. The difference in values between the two worlds was quite significant, and naturally conflicts would arise.
Chu Hongmei obviously ran into this issue.
Chu Heng took a sip of tea and slowly eat his food.
Meanwhile...
When Chu Hongmei returned to her seat, she noticed that Sun Shi from the second household had left her seat.
So, she quickly called for Luo Qingshu.
After sitting down, Chu Qingxue behaved very maturely, calling everyone respectfully.
Several elderly ladies of the Chu family nodded and smiled. They naturally wouldn't say much to the younger generation, let alone make things difficult for them.
Even though Qian was angry, she didn't vent her anger on Chu Qingxue.
"Ye Muyu, I heard that those landlords have sent over many beautiful maidservants?" Chu Hongmei brought up a very sensitive topic as soon as she spoke.
Ye Muyu looked at her performance calmly.
Chu Hongmei continued, "It seems like it's your fault. Heng is already a successful candidate in the imperial examination, how can the inner courtyard only have one woman?"
"Could it be that you forcefully prevented Heng from taking concubines and maidservants?"
"Second aunt, you're thinking too much. I'm very busy, and I didn't have time to look at the gifts. Naturally, I wouldn't force my husband. I wonder how many concubines Second aunt's husband has in the inner courtyard?" Ye Muyu truly thought Chu Hongmei was out of her mind to slander her like this.
Chu Liushi also coldened her face. "Heng is still young, and the family has some wealth now. Of course, he needs to continue his studies. What does Second Sister mean? Do you want Heng to indulge in beauty and delay his studies?"
Others also looked at her with surprise and curiosity.
Chu Hongmei had thick skin. Thinking that these rural relatives would never appear in the social circle of Luoyun County, she wasn't afraid of offending them at all.
However, Ye Muyu's question made her face darken. "Ye Muyu, I've said before that you don't understand the rules. Can you, a junior, inquire about the inner courtyard affairs of your aunt's family?"
"I'm sorry, I'm also curious," Chu Liushi immediately retorted.
Chu Hongmei choked, "Third Sister, my husband does have concubines, and naturally, I personally selected them. In wealthy families, it's customary for wives to ensure the continuity of their husband's lineage."
She looked proudly at the surprised expressions of several people. She didn't lie. It's just that the concubines in her family were completely under her control, and they couldn't resist her. Naturally, she was proud of it.
"Let me tell you, which wealthy family's inner courtyard only has one woman? If there really is only one, that would be jealousy, leading to numerous problems."
"I think the maidservants sent over this time are quite beautiful. I was admiring them from afar earlier."
"These concubines are different from what you know. They all have skills, either in dancing, playing musical instruments, outstanding looks, or excellent service."
"Ye Muyu, if you want to be a good wife to Heng, you need to learn a lot. Being the mistress requires generosity. If you're still so jealous, I'm afraid it will affect Heng's future. At that time, it will be a minor matter if he divorces you."
"Mother." Luo Qingxue called out softly, with a helpless look in her eyes. She looked at the elderly ladies and said, "I'm sorry, my mother tends to speak nonsense whenever she drinks too much."
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