Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!-Chapter 573: Too Big an Appetite_1

The respite had ended, and as soon as Zhou Shuren arrived at the Government Office, he was greeted by Wong Ju’s resentful gaze. "...Wong Ju, if you look at this official like that, I might misunderstand and think you’re harboring inappropriate thoughts towards me."

Wong Ju choked on his own spit and, after a spell of coughing, trembled as he pointed his finger, "Zhou Shuren, you can’t speak carelessly."

Zhou Shuren smiled slyly, "Oh, what did this official say to make Wong Ju so agitated?"

If you have the guts, repeat it!

Wong Ju was scared, how could there be such a shameless person in this world, "Zhou Shuren, your thick skin has given me a new perspective."

Zhou Shuren’s eyes sparkled with pleasure, "This official will refresh your perspective at any time, Wong Ju."

Wong Ju, "..."

Defeated time and again, why can’t you ever learn?

Zhou Shuren walked past Wong Ju and sat down, "Come on, why are you looking at this official like that so early in the morning?"

"Is the official feigning ignorance purposely?"

Zhou Shuren didn’t beat around the bush anymore, "You mean He Shu? You shouldn’t resent this official. If you want to blame someone, blame old Wang; he wouldn’t agree without me. These days, old Wang’s attitude has been so clear, only you choose to ignore it."

Wong Ju’s mouth twitched involuntarily, "Without your meddling, He Shu would have eventually become my son-in-law."

Zhou Shuren fell silent; that was indeed possible. Wong Ju was a sly old fox, very patient, "Sad, isn’t it? It seems He Shu and Miss Wong’s fate wasn’t strong enough."

Wong Ju felt terribly choked up. A good son-in-law is also an asset. Having raised a daughter for so many years, she should have some value. "How about you compensate me with a son-in-law, official?"

Zhou Shuren glanced up, "Meng Jie won’t do."

Now, all his household had left was Meng Jie. Speaking of which, Mr. Meng also seemed to have his own plans, not arranging a betrothal for Meng Jie even at seventeen.

Wong Ju’s lips curled, "Oh, what about Zhou Mingqing in your residence? He seems quite suitable."

Zhou Shuren lazily opened his eyes, "You’re not afraid of biting off more than you can chew."

Damn it, Zhou Mingqing was to be the future Clan Leader of the Zhous. Spit, this man really aimed high; he had no desire to see the matriarch of the Zhou clan being the not-so-clear-headed illegitimate daughter of the Wong family.

The wife of Mingqing didn’t need to have family status, but she must possess grace and the ability to share the Clan Leader’s worries rather than a troublemaker resting on her status.

Wong Ju fell silent for a while, "I was just kidding."

Zhou Shuren snorted inwardly; he hadn’t heard any joking tone. Wong Ju certainly harbored such intentions.

Wong Ju sighed. Why was finding a son-in-law so difficult? It seemed he could only send his daughter to the capital to let his mother arrange it.

It was not yet noon when Xue Han and Wu Ning returned to the residence. Zhulan’s gaze swept over her daughter’s anger and landed on Wu Ning. Her new dress from the morning was soiled, with mud on the hem and splashes on her body. "Who pushed Wu Ning down?"

Xue Han was fuming, "We were happily attending Miss Xu’s flower banquet when Miss Wong suddenly made a scene and pushed Wu Ning. It rained yesterday, and there was mud everywhere, and Wu Ning fell into a puddle."

What made her angrier was the laughter in the other ladies’ eyes as they looked at the disheveled Wu Ning, and her sister’s helpless demeanor was very distressing to her.

Wu Ning reached out and tugged at Xue Han’s sleeve, "I’m fine."

Zhulan understood the reason now; it must have been because of He Shu. Just yesterday He Shu was invited over, and the Wong family must have known about it. Unexpectedly, the high-minded illegitimate daughter of the Wong family had taken a liking to He Shu; well, he was quite a looker, after all.

Xue Han knitted her brows, "Hmph, Miss Wong’s words are quite unpleasant, but thankfully she didn’t mention He Shu, at least she had that bit of brains."

Wu Ning’s face turned pale, Miss Wong’s words were aimed at her sore spot, and her eyes dimmed with sadness, her reputation for stealing relationships definitely became more notorious today.

Wu Ning knew about He Shu, she wasn’t stupid. Just yesterday, Xue Han had taken her to secretly glimpse at He Shu, and she had failed to recognize him until Xue Han pointed out his purse, and only then did she remember. She was amazed by the twist of fate, but that was all, even after hearing Xue Han’s analysis, that she and He Shu were highly likely to be matched, but since it hadn’t become reality, she dared not hope for it.

She felt somewhat embarrassed about the incident today as the news spread.

Zhulan pressed on her temples, Wu Ning wasn’t exactly snatching the groom, as Lord Wang wouldn’t have agreed in the first place, and besides, it was the Wang family who had knocked on their door first. Seeing Wu Ning’s ashen face, Zhulan gripped her hand, "Regarding today’s incident, your aunt will definitely seek justice for you."

After all, Wu Ning was raised in the Zhou family, and the Zhou family was known for being protective.

Unfortunately, Zhulan didn’t get the chance to go to the Wong household as their servants had already arrived. After knowing their purpose, Zhulan called over Su Xuan and the two of them got ready to go to the Wong household.

Su Xuan clasped her hands tightly, filled with worry, "Mother, there won’t be anything wrong with Auntie, right?"

Zhulan counted the days, "It’s not exactly premature birth, so don’t worry, your aunt has always been in good health, there won’t be any problems."

There was a fierce look in Su Xuan’s eyes, she had long been frustrated with Wong family’s illegitimate daughter; her aunt’s early labor was also due to the irritation caused by the illegitimate daughter, "If anything happens to Auntie and the child, I will not let her off."

Zhulan knew that Mrs. Tao would be angry about the banquet incident, but she hadn’t expected her to get so furious that it triggered early labor. However, after this incident, she didn’t need to find an excuse anymore, Clan Leader Wong would personally deal with the illegitimate daughter.

Zhulan said somberly, "Why can’t they understand? How smart Clan Leader Wong is."

Su Xuan snorted, "You can’t blame Auntie’s husband, the birth mother is also a big reason."

Zhulan fell silent, indeed it was.

The carriage arrived at the Wong household, and Zhulan ran into Clan Leader Wong head-on. Clan Leader Wong, in a hurry, greeted Zhulan and rushed into the backyard. Zhulan paused, wondering how much of his hurry was for Mrs. Tao and how much for the child.

Zhulan and Su Xuan reached the backyard, and the Wong household wasn’t in disarray despite the mistress giving birth, but the continuous crying outside the delivery room gave Zhulan a headache. The concubines, are they even sincere in their crying? At least, Zhulan could smell the ginger.

Clan Leader Wong was furious, "Get out, get out, all of you get out."

The concubines dared not make a sound anymore, weakly leaving with the help of maids, leaving only the illegitimate daughter Wong Li and Wong Li’s concubine mother, both kneeling in the courtyard.

Zhulan glanced at them, noticing Wong Li’s dress was also stained with mud.

Su Xuan sneered, holding her cousin’s hand tightly. Her little cousin’s hands were icy cold, and with a heart full of concern, she gripped tighter, "Auntie will be safe."

Wong Lei nodded heavily, "Hmm."

Zhulan realized there was nothing for her to do here; she had come to ensure the Wong’s backyard wouldn’t be in chaos, fearing Mrs. Tao might be schemed against. Now it seemed, Mrs. Tao had a strict grip on the household.

Mrs. Tao was already calling out, and Clan Leader Wong was mumbling something. Zhulan listened closely; it was the Heart Sutra. This family was indeed devout; not only did Mrs. Tao venerate Buddha, but Clan Leader Wong was also very familiar with the scriptures.

As time ticked away, it wasn’t easy for an older woman to give birth, and Clan Leader Wong’s expression became increasingly grim, especially as basin after basin of bloody water was carried out.

Zhulan’s thoughts wandered off; she realized her own easy childbirth was partly due to her personal care and partly to some benefits from crossing over—this could be considered a golden finger.

Mrs. Tao’s condition wasn’t very good, and the doctor had arrived.

Clan Leader Wong’s face darkened further as he listened to Mrs. Tao’s weak cries, and he shouted, "As long as you and the child are safe, I will no longer visit the concubines’ rooms."