In the blink of an eye, it’s the 21st day of the first lunar month of the fifth year of Longyuan.

Although Lin Daiyu had taken everything lightly recently, she still couldn't help but feel ashamed and angry when she realized that the size of Xue Baochai's birthday banquet was far beyond her previous routine.

If the old lady hadn't insisted on taking her with her, she wouldn't have even bothered to get involved and wanted to just take a leave of absence due to illness.

Although the Great Flower Hall in Rongfu has never been rebuilt, fortunately, the facilities in other courtyards are available, so there is no need to go to Ningguo Mansion to borrow space.

Everyone crowded around Jia Mu and rushed to the garden. After the guests and hosts took their seats, Wang Xifeng urged Baochai to order a show.

Xue Baochai first declined again and again, but after failing to do so, he deliberately chose a song that the old lady loved to listen to, "Drunk Attack on the Mountain Gate".

Mother Jia was naturally very satisfied with this. However, although Jia Baoyu had accepted her fate, seeing that Lin Daiyu deliberately stayed far away, and even Shi Xiangyun was no longer as close as before, she couldn't help but vent her evil fire on Xue Baochai.

On the birthday girl’s head.

He tilted his head and stared at Baochai, with a look of disgust on his face: "Lu Zhishen? You just love these dramas, what's the point?"

Baochai explained with a smile: "This play has great pomp and even better diction."

When Baoyu heard the word pomp, he immediately turned his head in disdain: "I just hate these lively scenes!"

If Sister Lin heard these words, she would probably be angry, but Baochai still explained gently: "If you say it's a lively play, you don't understand. This is a set of "Red Lips"

, clang, pause, and rhythm, needless to say, the beauty of the rhythm is needless to say, but among the rhetoric, there is a piece of "Parasite Grass" that is extremely wonderful, do you know this?"

Jia Baoyu punched the cotton and listened to what Xue Baochai said was interesting. He immediately forgot about his worries and couldn't help but put his hand on Xue Baochai's forearm and begged: "Good sister, please read it to me quickly!"

Xue Baochai raised his hand to avoid it without leaving a trace. He pondered for a while and then read: "With the tears of a hero, I left the scholar's house. Thanks for mercy, I was ordained under the lotus platform. There was no predestined relationship, and we were separated in the blink of an eye. We were naked, and we came and went without any worries."

Where can I ask for a single row of smoke, raincoats, and rain hats? If I let you, my shoes will be broken and my bowl will be transformed by chance!"

Baoyu was so happy when he heard such otherworldly lyrics that he clapped his knees and applauded. He also praised Baochai for knowing all the books and knowing all the books. Tanchun next to him also followed suit, and the sisters all started laughing and making a fuss.

The single figure of Daiyu is becoming more and more contrasting.

When Baoyu listened to Xue Baochai's reciting, her lips were red and her teeth were white, her accent was soft, and she didn't think anything of it. But when she heard the actor's mellow singing on the stage, something suddenly aroused her thoughts, and she stood up like a clay-body wood sculpture while holding up a wine glass.

This scene was seen by someone on the east side of the table. He couldn't help but put his wine glass on the table, and secretly cursed Baoyu for being useless. He was guarding this group of fairy-like women and was just in a daze. If it were him...

…

Thinking of himself, he became even more angry.

It was obviously his sister's birthday, but only Baoyu could sit with her. Instead, his brother could only congratulate her from afar.

This person is naturally Xue Pan.

Although he always held the precious jade in his hands, he was actually quite jealous of it. Especially when he saw Lin Daiyu's true appearance a few days ago, his jealousy became even stronger.

It’s not easy to vent to others, but thinking that Jiao Shun’s marriage was ruined, he couldn’t help but said: “Brother Jiao, you have to rely on me. Only a good man like you is a good match for my sister. It’s a pity that

I don’t care if I say it at home, otherwise..."

As he spoke, he shook his head again.

Although Jiao Shun also secretly hated Baoyu for his bad deeds, how could he accept such superficial teasing?

Then he smiled and raised his glass to Xue Pan and said: "What are you talking about on this happy day? You are in good health and you can't drink too much. Let's replace it with glutinous rice wine after drinking this cup."

Xue Pan also managed to get permission to drink wine in the name of hosting a banquet with Jiao Shun. Now when he heard that Jiao Shun said that he wanted to switch to low-alcohol and slightly sweet glutinous rice wine, his face suddenly fell and he begged Jiao Shun for mercy.

In addition to them, there were three other people at the table: Jia Lian, Jia Rong, and Jia Qiang.

These few pieces of material are put together in one place, what else can be said? They are just going down the third road.

Jia Rong was accompanied by two veteran drivers, his father and his cousin Jia She, who naturally had the best information. It was said that a lot of foreign goods had arrived in Beijing, and they were of all kinds and colors.

He himself only dared to choose the light-colored one, but Jia Zhen and Jia She had no inhibitions. They praised the Kunlun slave for being ugly, but his skin was delicate, and it was a great experience when the lights were turned off.

Everyone listened to his description, and most of them were respectful and indifferent. Only Xue Pan sighed sadly, regretting that he had missed such a novelty because he fell into the water and fell ill.

Just as he was talking, after the play was finished, the young actors came off the stage to receive their awards. Wang Xifeng saw that one of the young actors looked very familiar, so he pulled her closer and asked, "Who do you think she looks like?"

"Looks like Sister Lin!"

Although the others noticed it, they didn't say anything. Shi Xiangyun was a very open-mouthed man, so he broke his joints on the spot, causing everyone to burst into laughter.

Shi Xiangyun laughed for a while before he realized something was wrong. He turned his head and looked at Daiyu. Unexpectedly, Sister Lin actually left the table and stood up without looking back.

Shi Xiangyun felt bored and left in anger.

Upon seeing this, Jia Baoyu stood up and wanted to chase, but was stopped by Mrs. Wang's look.

The old lady next to him saw him sitting back down next to Baochai gloomily. She sighed helplessly, pointed at Wang Xifeng and cursed with a smile: "You are the one who caused the trouble. Go and coax these two girls away, otherwise

I can't forgive you!"

While Sister Feng kept complaining, she also issued a military order, categorically saying that it was necessary for the two of them to reconcile as before.

Now that there were three of them missing, the table gradually dispersed.

Because Jiao Shun was too lazy to listen to Xue Pan and Jia Rong's "dark under the lamp" plan, he found a reason to part ways with them early.

He was holding a few snacks in his handkerchief, admiring the scenery in the garden. When he saw that he was walking around a rock, he was suddenly blocked by a panicked little woman.

This woman is naturally Aunt Zhao.

She was also a bold person, otherwise she would not have secretly plotted to kill Baoyu in the future, and she would have gone to the old lady and said: My brother is no longer useful, so it is better to prepare for the funeral as soon as possible.

If according to the plan, Caixia is responsible for standing guard, Aunt Zhao may not be so panicked.

However, the plan failed to keep up with the change. Mrs. Wang temporarily sent Caixia on an errand, leaving Aunt Zhao alone.

In this panic, she was unsure of her footing and stumbled almost into Jiao Shun's arms. When she finally stopped, she was only two or three feet away from Jiao Shun.

Aunt Zhao originally planned to put some distance away first, but just as she was about to make a move, Jiao Shun retreated first.

Aunt Zhao was anxious for a moment and hurriedly grabbed Jiao Shun's sleeve and said: "Master Jiao, please go slowly, I have a big happy event to tell you here!"

Jiao Shun paused and looked at the little woman in front of him suspiciously, wondering if she had heard some news related to him from Jia Zheng's mouth?

Seeing Jiao Shun stop, Aunt Zhao loosened Jiao Shun's sleeves, raised her head and said with a smile on her face: "Congratulations, sir, congratulations, sir, our master is thinking about getting married to you!"

As soon as these words came out, Jiao Shun immediately knew the reason for her visit - it turned out that the mother-in-law was here to meet her son-in-law!

Aunt Zhao added: "It's just because of the matter of the third girl that I was afraid that the old lady would be unhappy if I brought it up on my own initiative. But if Mr. Jiao takes the initiative to propose marriage, things will definitely happen!"

It turns out that they are not just looking at each other, but also want to take the initiative.

At this moment, Jiao Shun truly felt the dividends brought by his increased status.

only……

Up to now, the relationship between him and Jia Zheng has changed from a vassal to a mutually beneficial relationship. It is enough to maintain such a relationship. There is no need to be tied to the ship of Rongguo Mansion - after all, the people of Rongguo Mansion

What will happen is yet to be determined.

Therefore, Sanchun was no longer within the scope of his consideration.

Of course, the Rongguo Mansion was now being heated up, so Jiao Shun couldn't refuse directly, which would hurt Jia Zheng's face.

He hurriedly put on a righteous face and said: "My nephew has been greatly favored by Rong Mansion, how can he bear to make the old lady unhappy for his own selfish purposes? Don't mention this matter again, don't mention it again!"

Although Jiao Shun felt that the Rongguo Mansion was not very kind to him, on the contrary, in order to gain a foothold in the early stage, he paid some benefits to Jia Zheng and his son - of course, he basically got it back from Li Wan.

But unfortunately, he alone does not have the final say in the affairs of the world.

In the eyes of outsiders, Jiao Shun was born in the Rongguo Mansion, received his title from the Ningguo Mansion, and may have been awarded an official title in the honor of a virtuous concubine. This kind of kindness can be said to be unfinished in a lifetime. If he refuses to admit it, he will probably be punished.

People point at their noses and call them ungrateful.

And with Rongguo Mansion's current momentum of prosperity, if he really rebelled, those people would probably curse him and wonder if he was insane.

But she said that Aunt Zhao thought that when she mentioned this matter in Jia Zheng's name, Jiao Shun should be ecstatic and bow to her. Who would have thought that he would be so "foolishly loyal" that he even threatened to withdraw.

The posture of leaving.

Aunt Zhao was so angry and annoyed that she didn't care about the defense between men and women. She pushed her chest straight up and asked questions like a barrage: "Why are you so stubborn? How many people outside can't climb up even though they are jumping high?"

Well, for the sake of such a great thing, how can I get the old lady to say a few words?!"

"Besides, even if the old lady is upset, she won't be able to upset you. When the time comes, the master will be there to support you. You can just wait and be the son-in-law of the Rongguo Mansion. What's so pretentious?!"

"We three girls are the best among sisters in terms of looks and knowledge. If it weren't for the fact that you are so motivated, I...our masters might not even be willing to give it to you!"

Every time she said a word, she took half a step forward, and after finishing a few words, she almost pushed her conscience right under Jiao Shun's eyes.

With her figure and appearance, how could Jiao Shun, who was so evil-minded, not be able to resist taking a sneak look at her?

Besides, there is no need to peek, just lower your head and you can see everything.

Aunt Zhao noticed that his eyes couldn't stop sliding down. She was startled at first, and then she seemed to have found a breakthrough. She put her hands on her waist and pretended to be an Israeli servant: "She is still young now. Wait for me to train her."

If you get married, you will definitely have a charming body. If you spread it out, even a square person like our master will not be able to control it!"

Hiss~

What kind of nonsense is this? It's just a matter of talking about your daughter, but it's also using Jia Zheng, a father, as an example!

Jiao Shun only heard a breath of cold air, and his eyes subconsciously slipped again, but Aunt Zhao did not dodge and pulled out her breast, as if she wanted to demonstrate her skills for her future son-in-law.

Hiss~

Jiao Shun took another breath of cold air, and then refused decisively: "The three girls are naturally like gods, but Jiao is from a humble background. If he insists on climbing up, he will only arouse criticism. If he damages the innocent reputation of the three girls,

It's Jiao's fault."

Although this move hits Jiao Shun's strengths, in terms of appearance, Aunt Zhao cannot surpass Li Wan, and in terms of internal charm, she may not be a match for Mrs.

Is my aunt willing to fall into disgrace?

"A clean reputation is useless!"

Aunt Zhao was so angry that she wanted to hit someone with the ball again, but Jiao Shun quickly avoided it with quick eyes and hands. She could only stomp her feet and cursed: "What are you afraid of?! When I get to the master, how much dirty and smelly stuff has been thrown at me? I'm not

An An An gave birth to a son and a daughter to the master? Now the master spends more than 20 days in a month in my house. Taishou bears the false reputation of being the first wife but stares helplessly. It can be seen that all reputations are false.

What you get in your mouth is the real benefit!”

These words are not unreasonable.

It's just that Jiao Shun's inner calculation is more "beneficial" than hers. He wants both fame and benefits, and he has to be tough with both hands!

At that moment, he shook his head repeatedly and said righteously: "Auntie, be careful what you say. I don't dare to listen to these words anymore."

As he said that, he turned around and ran away like flying.

"you you……"

Aunt Zhao hurried a few steps behind, intending to call out to Jiao Shun, but she was afraid of disturbing others and did not dare to shout loudly. She had no choice but to beat her chest and curse, and then returned home angrily.

However, after the two of them left, Wang Xifeng appeared not far away.

It turned out that Sister Feng had persuaded Daiyu Xiangyun in a few words. She was planning to go back to the other courtyard to retaliate to the old lady, but she bumped into Aunt Zhao sneaking around on the way, so she followed her secretly and listened to all the answers just now.

.

She never thought that Aunt Zhao was so sneaky and wanted to promise Tanchun to Jiao Shun. Although this may not be Jia Zheng's idea, since Aunt Zhao dared to come to the matchmaker to stretch her hair, she must be sure to let Jia Zheng.

The government agreed to the marriage.

What was even more unexpected was that when this God-given opportunity was presented to him, Jiao Shun actually flatly refused it!

Wang Xifeng didn't believe a word of the high-sounding words Jiao Shun said. In her opinion, there was only one possibility that this guy would refuse the marriage, and that was that he had a better choice.

But this judgment made Sister Feng unbelievable for a moment.

When the rumors about Yingchun and Jiao Shun spread the year before last, she even called Jiao Shun a toad who wanted to eat swan meat. Who would have thought that in just one year, Tanchun, who was more outstanding than Yingchun, would be abandoned by him like a pair of worn shoes!

Originally, in Wang Xifeng's view, Jiao Shun was able to control Jia Rong because he had obtained the handle of Ningguo Mansion; and the reason why he persuaded Ping'er to rebel was because of the feelings he had shared since childhood.

It was not until this moment that Sister Feng finally truly felt the fact that Jiao Shun's status had risen rapidly.

No wonder he had the guts to tease me!
Chapter completed!