Chapter 1206: Chapter 1204: Scoundrel
After half a year away, Wu Lihong walked into his ho again, feeling as if heaven and earth had swapped places. The task had been successfully accomplished, and it was surely worth a rit. Even if he didn’t get an imdiate promotion, it should count towards his achievents, and with so maneuvering by the end of the year, he might even advance a level.
He had been at the fifth rank for quite a few years, while his peers had long surpassed him. It was ti for his promotion.
Hmm, he needed to talk to Madam Wang, asking her to pay more respects to Consort Wang in the palace. Perhaps, with a gentle pillow talk, his promotion would not just be one level, but two.
Wu Lihong was thinking in this manner, feeling a warmth in his heart upon seeing Madam Wang waiting at the second gate with a smiling entourage.
After being away from ho for a long ti, which man wouldn’t want to see his wife and children waiting for him when he returned?
"Master is ho, welco back, Master." Madam Wang greeted Wu Lihong with a smile, bowing slightly. As she raised her head, the smile on her lips briefly stiffened. After half a year apart, he seed to have beco noticeably younger.
Having traveled on official duty, there wasn’t the slightest hint of exhaustion on his face. Clearly, he had been well-nourished outside, so naturally, he wouldn’t appear worn!
Wretch!
Madam Wang clenched the handkerchief in her hand, smiling outwardly while feeling a storm of fury inside.
"Thank you for your hard work, Madam." Wu Lihong stepped forward to support Madam Wang, smiling as he spoke: "During the half year I was away, you’ve done well managing the household."
Madam Wang replied with a smile: "That’s what I ought to do." She added, "Master, I’ve instructed people to prepare hot water. Please bathe and rest for a while. I’ve also instructed soone to bring the children back from school. They will co to greet Master later."
Hearing this, Wu Lihong felt even more at ease, and with another word of appreciation for her hard work, he said: "Let’s first go pay respects to Father and Mother." Together they headed towards Chunhui Hall.
Old Madam Wu, seeing her son after such a long absence, addressed him affectionately with tears welling up, and called for the grandchildren to dine together at Chunhui Hall to welco his return.
Wu Lihong agreed, and after paying respects, he first returned to his main room to freshen up. He then t several concubines who ca to pay their respects, along with a few children, making the atmosphere lively for a while.
When it was ti for dinner, the group headed to Chunhui Hall in grand procession. There, amidst clinking cups and laughter, they drank heartily before the gathering dispersed.
Being away for a while, Wu Lihong gave Madam Wang, his legitimate wife, due respect, and stayed in her chamber that night. Whether due to the delight of reunion after separation or sothing else, their exertions were vigorous, leaving both physically and emotionally contented before they reclined on the bed to talk.
Concerned about his future, Wu Lihong naturally shared his thoughts with Madam Wang: "... Previously, I wouldn’t have dared to think about it. Now, with these achievents, if Consort Wang gives a little push with the pillow talk, it might hold more weight. An advancent not only benefits
but also boosts your prestige. Being a Respectful Lady sounds much better than a Pleasing Lady, doesn’t it?"
A Respectful Lady is of the fourth rank, while a Pleasing Lady is of the fifth, and even a fool knows which sounds better.
Madam Wang clearly understood that her fortunes were tied with Wu Lihong’s; her status rose with his rising rank, making their children more esteed as well.
Yet, recalling Wu Lihong’s actions, she held onto her resentnt, and deliberately said: "Only now do you think of my rits, humph."
"You are naturally excellent. I think of you all the ti, just hoping for better." Wu Lihong yawned, closing his eyes. He was tired and feeling a bit sleepy.
"Is there nothing else you want to say to ?" Madam Wang grumbled softly.
No response. She turned her head and saw that Wu Lihong had already fallen into a deep sleep, snoring gently, which filled her with anger, almost making her want to hit him with the Jade Pillow behind her.
This scoundrel!
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