She is the Side Character! — Watch Her Change her fate!-Chapter 285: Must You Marry the One Who Saved You from Drowning? (56)
Lanru County, County Government.
Shen Dai had heard the news of his youngest son’s ennoblement and brotherhood with His Majesty in advance. At the time, it seemed too outrageous.
But the person delivering the news was someone he trusted, so such things couldn’t be mere rumors.
Guangmao Mountain showcasing miracles seemed just as incredible, so this news was not entirely implausible.
Finally seeing his youngest son, Shen Dai was still a bit bewildered but had to prepare to pay his respects. After all, Heaven and Earth, Monarch and Teacher.
With the Monarch above, he as the father ranked behind.
He didn’t feel awkward about it, just thought his youngest son was somewhat lucky to be able to form a brotherhood with His Majesty. He felt a bit envious because that was, after all, His Majesty.
Shen Xuan, of course, couldn’t accept Shen Dai’s bow and quickly helped him up, "Dad, you’re really polite. No need for such formalities anymore, and don’t use the bamboo stick on me either."
Shen Dai: ...
"You’ve even gotten married, how could I ever beat you now."
"If you make a mistake, as a father, I would still need to discipline you." Shen Dai said seriously, as a father, he would definitely correct his son’s mistakes, no matter if he was a prince or not.
Shen Xuan laughed heartily. He knew his dad wasn’t an ordinary person. Though he followed the rules, he wasn’t rigid, which was great. If his dad became distant or feared him because of it, that wouldn’t be fun.
"It’s all thanks to Chenchen this time!" After helping Shen Dai, Shen Xuan quickly ran back to Ah Chen’s side. "Now that everything’s resolved, Dad can arrange for people to interrogate those who were caught before; they should be able to get something out of them. Though it doesn’t really matter because Shen Xiang has already been dealt with, and he won’t have the chance to cause trouble again."
Mentioning Shen Xiang made Shen Xuan a bit exasperated.
The boy had been scheming against his brother even when he was nursing. He was quite pushy but didn’t accomplish anything. It would have been better to just latch onto his brother from the start, ensuring a carefree life.
"You must treat your wife well," Shen Dai said, automatically attributing everything to Ah Chen, thinking his son was lucky.
Shen Xuan didn’t mind. He couldn’t talk to his dad about reincarnation, time travel, or having a system.
His dad already thought Chenchen was mysterious, so let him believe it was all her doing. This way, the family might even worship her like a deity.
After some polite exchanges, Ah Chen followed Shen Xuan to meet Mrs. Gu.
Mrs. Gu held her for a chat before finally letting her go.
In the daytime, Lin Daming was still at the butcher shop, so Ah Chen and Shen Xuan took a carriage to visit him. After all, they had bought a lot of things for Lin Daming for their return to the Capital City, enough to fill two carriages.
When they arrived at the butcher shop, Shen Xuan jumped down, picked up an apron, and handed it to Ah Chen, asking her to help him put it on.
Ah Chen naturally complied, helping him put on the apron.
Shen Xuan happily helped with selling meat and chopping bones, which amused Lin Daming. He thought this son-in-law was great, not because of his family background, but because his personality was charming.
Ah Chen stood by, helping collect silver coins and occasionally chatting with familiar faces. The atmosphere at Lin Daming’s butcher shop was harmonious.
The news of Shen Xuan’s ennoblement had already spread through Lanru County, and the Court had sent people to build a Prince Mansion for him. Shen Xuan had initially wanted to refuse, believing it unnecessary, as building a Prince Mansion was quite expensive. Many areas in Lan Country needed silver coins, and he himself wasn’t short on money.
Later, his brother’s comment silenced him. His brother said it was from his private funds, and the Gu Family was a source of his income.
At that time, Shen Xuan kept saying good guys, no wonder his grandfather had such influence without any trouble; it turned out the person behind it was the Emperor!
He finally understood why his grandfather and grandmother didn’t involve themselves in his cousin Gu Zheng’s marriage, likely because of his brother’s influence. Upon inquiring, he found out that cousin Gu Zheng was actually working under his brother now.
"When I heard about Guangmao Mountain flipping, it really startled me," Lin Daming said to Ah Chen. "Later, when I heard it was a miracle, I felt relieved."
Ah Chen laughed, "That day, Shen Xuan and I witnessed it personally. It was indeed miraculous. Not a single person got hurt, as if protected by divine forces."
She glanced at Shen Xuan, who still looked happy.
Ah Chen then shared some interesting stories from the Capital City, and Lin Daming listened with great interest.
Once the meat was sold out, Lin Daming got on the carriage, even though the distance wasn’t far.
Back home, Ah Chen said, "I’ve also heard some news from Wuyuan Hou Mansion. Currently, the Marquis is doing well in health, but the mansion is bustling."
"That place was never peaceful," Lin Daming chuckled, "If I ever go back to the Capital City, there’s no need to inquire about them anymore. I have nothing to do with them. Even if he’s dying, I don’t plan to go back."
If it wasn’t for his mother’s intervention back then, he would’ve been finished.
"I know you don’t care about them; it’s just something interesting to share for a laugh," Ah Chen said, knowing Lin Daming had no feelings for them. "I didn’t even think about them until they came to visit."
Lin Daming understood some of the circumstances and asked, "Wuyuan Hou Mansion’s situation isn’t great, is it? If they sought you out, they must want to forge connections. It’s likely because my father’s descendants aren’t up to much, and they don’t want the mansion to decline, so they’re seeking a way out."
Even if he wasn’t particularly clever, he could see that much.
"They do have that intention. The lady from there came to see me and brought their daughter along," Ah Chen said with a smile, glancing at Shen Xuan.
Lin Daming’s gaze also turned menacing.
Shen Xuan quickly shouted, "I didn’t see any daughter, didn’t notice at all!"
"I immediately made it clear, keeping those with ulterior motives at bay!"
How could he remember such a thing?
In front of his father-in-law, Shen Xuan couldn’t simply go up and hug her to console her, so he stood anxiously by the side.
Lin Daming coughed, knowing his son-in-law probably wasn’t that kind of person, but still, he stood by his daughter saying, "That’s good."
Shen Xuan made a mental note against the Wuyuan Hou Mansion, planning to investigate any shady dealings the family might have the next time he visits the Capital City. If there’s nothing, fine, but if there is, none should escape. Moreover, if there’s anyone freeloading there, doing nothing but causing trouble, he’d ensure the Court hears about it.
Daring to be shady and create issues, letting Chenchen brood over it all this time.
Ah Chen stopped teasing him and moved on to a different topic, "Dad, what’s Grandma’s name?"
Lin Daming was puzzled but answered, "Lin Yueying."
After breaking ties with the Wuyuan Hou Mansion, he took his mother’s surname, wanting a complete break from the past. He even changed his name then, and over the years, it had become difficult for anyone from the Wuyuan Hou Mansion to find him unless he revealed himself.
That wasn’t going to happen.
"Why does Chenchen suddenly ask about this?"
