Chapter 862: Chapter 861: So-Called Sincere Intentions
Zhou Xuennian’s words undoubtedly hit Madam Zhou’s weak spot. A flash of pain and gloom passed through her eyes, and her eye rims gradually reddened.
Zhou Xuennian saw this and felt pleased internally. He let out a humph but maintained a facade of planning for her. He said, "You and your daughter have endured all these years. Now that he’s back, any discerning person knows he feels guilty towards you both, and still harbors feelings for you. You should seize this opportunity to firmly capture his heart, rather than acting up with him."
"As a man, I understand n’s nature. He’s being good to you now partly out of regard for past affections and partly for you and your daughter’s sake. That’s your advantage. If you make trouble and act out now, thinking he can’t do without you, or won’t be able to live without you, don’t forget he’s a fifth-rank great official. What kind of woman could he not have? Younger than you, prettier than you, just a beckon of his finger, and there will be plenty of people sending won to his bed."
Madam Zhou’s face turned pale. Her legs went weak, and she staggered, almost falling.
"Madam, be careful." Qiu Xiang was quick to support her, casting a sidelong glance at Zhou Xuennian.
Madam Zhou tightly gripped her hand, smiling bitterly with a pale face, "Yes, he has plenty of won. Having
is nothing more, and lacking
is nothing less. Why bother coming back?"
Zhou Xuennian heard this and knew she was thinking herself into a corner again. He said solemnly, "That’s why I say, he still harbors affections for you. You should seize this opportunity. How long can a man’s love last? If you don’t take advantage of his nostalgia and guilt to secure sothing for yourself, there will be tis in the future when you’ll cry." Pausing for a mont, he continued, "Even if not for yourself, you should at least think of Wufu."
Wufu was Madam Zhou’s weak spot. He couldn’t believe that ntioning that girl would not make her sit still.
Sure enough, at the ntion of Wufu, Madam Zhou’s body stiffened.
"You should know what kind of reputation Wufu has carried over the years, right? Now that her father is back and is an official, if Wufu acknowledges her ancestry, who would dare call her an illegitimate child in the future?" Zhou Xuennian snorted, "As a legitimate Lady of the Official, it would even be much easier to find a good marriage alliance. Or do you think about marrying her off to a simple farr?"
In truth, if discussed openly, Zhou Xuennian was more aware of the situation than Madam Zhou. How many n could truly be reliable? Her demands for Wu Lihong’s exclusive devotion were too naive!
Madam Zhou bit her lip.
Seeing this, Qiu Xiang secretly cried out, knowing this discourse might sway Madam Zhou’s opinion towards Zhou Xuennian’s words again. She softly suggested, "Madam, if you’re not feeling well, perhaps it’s best to return to the room and rest."
Zhou Xuennian’s face darkened. He said sternly, "Do you understand the rules, girl? I’m speaking with your mistress. It’s not your place to interrupt. You have no sense of decorum at all!"
Qiu Xiang sneered internally, replying neither humbly nor arrogantly, "In response to Elder Master Zhou, the rules for slaves are taught by the young mistress. The young mistress instructed
to take good care of Madam, and so I naturally prioritize Madam’s health."
"You!" Zhou Xuennian glared at her and turned to Madam Zhou, saying, "Ying i, what I’m saying is all reasonable and genuinely thinking for you and your daughter. You must understand."
"Then are you aware that Mr. Wu has already married and established a family?" Madam Zhou looked at him and said.
Zhou Xuennian was montarily at a loss, pursed his lips, and said, "Even so, so what? Which man doesn’t have three wives and four concubines? Let alone a fifth-rank official!"
"So, your role as the so-called elder brother is to persuade
to beco his concubine?" Madam Zhou said sarcastically.
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