Records of the Cattle and Horses of Chang'an

Chapter 522 Sister-in-law

Cui Quan didn't need to look any further to know what his son and daughter-in-law were planning, but the Longxi Li family...

Since the promulgation of the "Clan Records", the Longxi Li family has been placed in the first place. Now it is the time of its heyday. People in the world are no longer convinced of the "Clan Records". If they marry their legitimate daughter to the Li family at this time, I am afraid that outsiders will say that they, the Cui family, are trying to curry favor with the Li family.

Of course, this is not to say that we are not going to marry into the Li family, but at this point in time, a concubine's daughter is enough.

But the Wang family was different. At this time, Cui promised her daughter to the Wang family, which was like a timely help.

They are different from ordinary people and they take a long-term view when doing things.

Although the Wang family of Taiyuan is now in decline, who knows what will happen in the future?

If there were three or two more younger generations of the Wang family who could emerge as prominent figures in the court like Wang Mingqian, not only would the Wang family regain its glory, but the current situation would also be stabilized. Even if there were no such people, having a brother-in-law who became a General of the Central Army at a young age would be a great help to Cui Wei.

Cui Zhou couldn't help but admire him after hearing this: "Father, you really think long-term. Shisanniang and Wei'er are siblings from the same mother. They are the closest siblings in the world. If..."

"Master, the Second Master, Second Madam, Jiu Lang, and Jiu Niangzi are here."

A servant's voice interrupted the conversation from outside the door. Cui Quan stood up and looked at Cui Wei. "Handle this matter well. Wang's family won't refuse. Let your wife spread the word that they must come to propose marriage to my Cui family's legitimate daughter. Let's go."

"Yes, Grandfather, don't worry." Cui Wei slowly stood up. In his mind, it was natural to use his sister's marriage to pave the way for his own future.

Even when Cui Quan first proposed it, he weighed the pros and cons in his mind.

Although the position of General of the Central Guards was still far from the highest position among officials, Wang Hui had the advantage of being young.

The Wang family of Taiyuan will definitely help him, and the Cui family is not without connections and means.

Now that he can't serve as an official in the court, all the support from the Cui family will only be given to Cui Bianxu. If there is an additional Wang Hui, there will be a legitimate reason to distribute some of this support...

My brother-in-law can cooperate, but they and Cui Yi...

Now it is almost time to reveal the real purpose.

Compared to the study, the front hall, which was already mostly filled with people, was so quiet that only breathing could be heard.

Cui Shuhua sat in her seat, holding a teacup in her hand, thinking about something. The third concubine's daughters all sat quietly and were lost in thought.

Wang Xianzi's complexion looked a little bad. The powder she applied on her face today was a little too thick, but the dark circles under her eyes were still visible.

Cui Wei knew about the flower banquet that day. He was not one to lose his temper or argue with others, as it would be bad for his health. Of course, he would not do such a thing as yelling and arguing.

They got married when they were young and have been together ever since then, and they have never had a quarrel.

But some people are like this. They don't argue with you, but just treat you as air. They don't give you a look or say a word to you, but you can tell that they are angry.

Wang Xianzi was most afraid of Cui Wei being like this. Whenever this happened, she wished Cui Wei would lose his temper and scold her, or have a quarrel with her. It was always better than the whole yard being so silent that it made people feel uneasy.

Especially in the past few days, although they were in the same courtyard, Cui Wei had been sleeping in the left wing. The two of them could see each other every day, but he just refused to pay attention to her.

This estrangement made her feel uneasy. She couldn't help but wonder if Cui Wei's health improved, would she still have a place in the Cui family?

The mere fact that she has nothing to offer is enough to make her suffer.

Zheng Bojiang was not much better off. Although Cui Zhou never scolded her, he sighed all day long because of this matter.

She was already old, and she was busy with her son's affairs. Now, with her husband worrying about her all day, she looked even older.

When Zheng Bojiang thought of what happened that day, he couldn't help but look up at Cui Shuhua, and he felt even more depressed after taking a look.

Who would believe this sister-in-law if she said she was over thirty? She looked like she was only twenty-four or twenty-five. Not only was there not a trace of time on her face, but her carefree and carefree look was even enviable.

Noticing someone was looking at her, Cui Shuhua raised her eyelids and looked directly at Zheng Bojiang, her red lips parted slightly: "What do you want me to do, sister-in-law?"

Zheng Bojiang didn't expect her to be so perceptive. A stiff smile appeared on his lips. "Sixth sister, what are you talking about? You are the aunt of the family. How dare I give you orders?"

Wang Xianzi lowered her head desperately and dared not raise it at all. She couldn't offend her mother-in-law or her aunt.

At this moment, she only hoped that both of them would ignore her, just like Cui Wei.

The words were said in a sarcastic tone, but Cui Shuhua nodded slightly, as if she didn't feel the slightest bit. "That's good, otherwise I would have to think of something to say to get out of it, which would be a real headache."

Zheng Bojiang was so angry at these words that she almost rolled her eyes. She felt a tightness in her chest. She knew it!

Dogs bark!

"I heard that Sixth Sister is going back to Chang'an with Jiulang?"

Zheng Bojiang thought of his father's words that Jiang Shangxian must stay in Qingzhou this time, and couldn't help but sneer, "Indeed, Jiulang is alone in Chang'an, and it's always not right without an elder by his side. I'll trouble you, Sixth Sister, to look after him for a few years. Once his wife has learned the rules, you can go home."

"Why haven't you changed your sister-in-law's habit of daydreaming?" Cui Shuhua sneered, picked up the tea and turned sideways, looking like she was too lazy to talk to her anymore.

I have seen mean people, but I have never seen anyone as mean as this. He knows that nothing can be done to him, but he still goes out of his way to get squeezed. He is really living a mean life at his age.

In addition to two legitimate sons and one legitimate daughter, Cui Quan also has three illegitimate sons, not counting the married illegitimate daughters. As illegitimate sons, they have always been low-key in the Cui Mansion. Today, they got up early and saw this hustle and bustle. Although they did not show it on their faces, they were very happy in their hearts.

They lowered their heads and exchanged glances with each other while drinking tea. Compared with the recent conflicts between the first and second houses, the people in the third house were truly united to a certain extent.

After all, even if the first wife is overthrown, there is still the second wife, the legitimate son, and it will never be the turn of the third, fourth, and fifth wives.

In that case, it would be better to just lie down.

However, Zheng Bojiang, the eldest sister-in-law, often looked down on them by relying on her status as the eldest daughter-in-law and the clan member. Today, she was slapped in the face by the sixth brother, which made her feel relieved.

Zheng Bojiang felt his blood pressure rising, the back of his head twitching, and he wanted to say something with gritted teeth, when he heard greetings coming from outside.

The second wife is here.

She glanced at Cui Shuhua coldly and said, "No matter how arrogant you are, it is not you, Cui Shuhua, who makes the decision in Cui's family!"

Cui Zhe was a very polite person. He greeted his elder sister-in-law Zheng Bojiang respectfully before sitting down and waiting for his younger brother, sister-in-law, nephews and nieces to greet him.