Reborn as the Blissful Wife in the countryside

Chapter 1269: Zhong Dummy

Mrs. Zeng was so angry she wanted to strangle Mrs. Chen. Mrs. Chen really knows how to stir things up; it was clearly Mrs. Chen’s rude words that Mrs. Zeng had responded to. Now that Xu Ling had been provoked into causing trouble, Mrs. Chen came here pretending to be the good person.

Bah, what a pretense, it’d be best if Xu Zhong marries over there and never gets pregnant for ten years, just to infuriate Mrs. Chen!

After cursing Mrs. Chen in her heart, Mrs. Zeng hurriedly took Xu Ling to apologize to the ladies present.

Although Xu Ling was unwilling, for her reputation’s sake, she could only apologize with tears, which amused Mrs. Chen.

Third Grandma quietly pinched Mrs. Chen, glaring at her, signaling her to settle down.

Mrs. Chen, having avenged all her grudges today, was nodding repeatedly, indicating she would indeed settle down.

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Elder Xu had been worried that Mrs. Chen and Xu Ling would clash again, so he had servants keep a watch. Upon receiving news, he was so angry his face almost collided with the banquet.

How could Girl Ling be so impulsive? Daring to splash tea on Mrs. Chen in public!

If you’re going to splash, at least aim properly. Splashing onto Mrs. Jiang, do you want the two families to become enemies, or do you want to end up never marrying?

Now blaming Mrs. Chen, this woman truly lacks sense. He has been helping accommodate her family, yet she doesn’t settle down.

Elder Xu really wanted to let the Chen Family trouble Mrs. Chen a bit, but that was impossible. If he let the Chen Family loose and they caused trouble, as Gu Family’s in-laws, the Xu Family would lose face too.

Elder Xu could only stew in his anger, and amidst his frustration, a servant came to report: "Master, Company Commander Qin has arrived, and has brought a group of Prefecture garrison soldiers."

Elder Xu was pleased to hear Qin San Lang had come, but the news that he brought a group of soldiers from the Prefecture garrison was slightly annoying.

Soldiers are all about killing, with such fierce vibes, coming to such a joyous occasion to eat and drink for free, what a loss.

Upon hearing this, County Magistrate Zheng asked, "Soldiers from the Prefecture garrison? Is it Zhong Yu and his group?"

He had heard that Zhong Yu and his group had gone to track down the rebel Liu Chief Commander who fled from Hushan Prefecture. Returning now should mean they’ve captured Liu Chief Commander.

Master Ouyang said, "Zhong Yu? The little one from the Zhong family of Jiangnan Jiangdu Prefecture? What is this kid doing here?"

"The little one from the Zhong family of Jiangnan Jiangdu Prefecture?!" Elder Xu stood up in surprise, looking at Master Ouyang: "Sir, you mean the Zhong family of the Jiangdu noble family?"

Master Ouyang nodded: "Yes, indeed, their family."

Upon hearing this, Elder Xu was so excited his body trembled. Oh God, you treat our Xu family too kindly. All these reputable families from Great Chu are coming to his Xu family; it’s hard for the Xu family not to prosper!

"Zhao Ming, Zhao Ming, quickly accompany Grandpa to greet the esteemed guest!" Elder Xu grabbed Xu Zhao Ming, followed by a large group of wealthy gentlemen of the county, and rushed to greet Zhong Yu.

Qin San Lang had already brought Zhong Yu and his group to the front courtyard guest hall. Upon seeing Elder Xu, he cupped his hands and said: "Elder Xu..."

He was immediately interrupted by Elder Xu after just starting his greeting.

Oh, don’t speak now, no one has time to listen to you, a mere Company Commander. We need to fawn over Young Master Zhong, now move aside!

"Company Commander Qin, is this Young Master Zhong? Indeed, he looks outstanding, carrying the aura of a noble young master." Elder Xu immediately recognized something special in Zhong Yu, stepping forward to hold his hand, saying: "Young Master Zhong, you must be tired from the long journey, please come in, rest and have something to eat."

Zhong Yu was shocked: "You know who I am?"

He came to Tianfu County purely for the show.

Due to Liu Chief Commander’s rebellion in Hushan Prefecture, Bai Shan Prefecture and Yuyang Prefecture were also in chaos, and Hushan Prefecture was unstable because of tax issues. Not daring to send the entire camp to pursue Liu Chief Commander, the Jianghuai Commander ordered the He’an Prefecture garrison to send troops to help. Vice General Lan was tasked with this mission, and Zhong Yu seized the chance to go too.

He was lucky and ended up face-to-face with Liu Chief Commander and captured him alive. When he returns, a promotion is guaranteed; he came to Tianfu County specifically to boast to Qin San Lang, telling him: Although my Chief Commander position was taken away, I have the skill to regain it, just wait!

And coincidentally, he encountered Qin San Lang congratulating at the Xu family, so he came along with the group of soldiers.

But he did not expect Elder Xu to be so enthusiastic, pulling his hand and talking the moment they met.

Zhong Yu was a bit uncomfortable, pulling his hand back, but as soon as he pulled it back, Elder Xu pulled it back again.

"Young Master Zhong is a noble young master, how could I not recognize you?" Elder Xu spoke gleefully, as Zhong Yu’s expression turned sour.

Having joined the army, he didn’t want others to know his identity, fearing preferential treatment because of it.

Qin San Lang laughed, oh, you came to show off, didn’t you, now you’ve shot yourself in the foot.

Elder Xu added: "Young Master Zhong specially came here, you must be exhausted, quickly come with me inside to eat and drink, and take a good rest." Elder Xu was all eager, fearing Zhong Yu might get tired or hungry.

Specially came? This young master was just passing by with Qin, exhausted? Underestimating me, are you? This young master’s physique is beyond excellent, how could I be exhausted?

But being from a noble family, Zhong Yu had the manners to smile at Elder Xu and said: "Thank you, sir. My brothers are hungry, I’ll trouble you to prepare two tables for them."

"Rest assured, Young Master Zhong, I’ll immediately have arrangements made." Elder Xu said, then turned to Uncle Xu: "Why are you standing there? Quickly prepare two top-grade tables for them, ensure the military officers eat and drink well!"

The tone was unpleasant, venting some anger from Xu Ling’s trouble on Uncle Xu.

"Yes." Uncle Xu felt reluctant, wanting to stay and accompany Zhong Yu... Zhong Yu seemed foolish, easy to bond with, if bonded well, maybe he could marry Xu Ling off as a concubine.

The Xu family, of such a standing, having a daughter become a concubine in the Zhong family, would be considered climbing up socially.

"Thank you!!" The soldiers loudly expressed gratitude, shaking Uncle Xu back to attention, hastily arranging the meals for them, fearing delay might lead to ravaging in hunger.

"Young Master Zhong, come, let’s go inside to eat and talk." Elder Xu didn’t care whether Zhong Yu was willing, he dragged him into the guest hall.

Zhong Yu was helpless, looking at Qin San Lang, giving him a look pleading for rescue.

But Qin San Lang said, "Brother Zhong, today is the day the Gu and Xu families finalize their betrothal, since you’ve come, you must present a gift, or others will say the Prefecture garrison and the Zhong family are unruly."

Zhong Yu was stunned, looking at Qin San Lang... I came to show off to you, I didn’t bring a gift, how should I give one?!

But as a Zhong Family son, enjoying the benefits brought by the Zhong Family, he cherished the family’s reputation, and due to being a soldier, he bore the responsibility of maintaining the camp’s name; Qin San Lang’s words struck his soft spot. For the camp’s and Zhong Family’s reputation, he could only take out a Jade Pendant, handing it to Elder Xu: "Came hurriedly, unaware of Xu family’s happy occasion, this Xu Family’s Pendant serves as a gift to the Xu family then."

Qin San Lang was distressed, this Zhong Dummy actually used the Zhong Family Token as a gift, if Lord Zhong knew, he’d be furious.