Since the arrival of Mr. Xie, Xie Jun has gone out to dinner parties less frequently. Princess Yongning disdained to show up in front of her parents-in-law, so Aunt Ding stayed by Xie Jun's side as a matter of course, looking like a loving couple.
Aunt Ding has often interacted with Xie Jun since she was a child, and she is also familiar with the Xu family. Unfortunately, the two have always disliked each other. They have not had much contact over the years, so that's all.
Now we live under the same roof, arguing endlessly about all matters in the house, just like enemies.
Aunt Ding moved lightly with her lotus steps, and Pingting saluted: "Hand incense to say hello to my uncle and aunt."
Aunt Ding's biological mother and Xie Jun's biological mother are biological sisters. It is not rude for Aunt Ding to call Mr. Xie uncle.
Mr. Xie was reminded of his longing for his first wife by the word uncle, and he sighed invisibly: "Get up quickly, there is no need to be polite."
Xie Jun's biological mother, Wang, was born elegant and dignified, and was quite literate in poetry. She and Mr. Xie were a loving young couple. Unfortunately, Wang died too early. It was really difficult for him as a man to raise his son alone, so he had to remarry.
The Xu family passed by...
Aunt Ding saw that her short sentence had aroused Mr. Xie's thoughts, and she was secretly pleased with herself. She glanced at Mrs. Xu calmly.
Mrs. Xu was furious and deliberately stepped on Aunt Ding's sore spot: "You are now Ajun's concubine, so it is not appropriate to call you uncle or aunt. You are not qualified to call your parents-in-law, just call me old lady or old lady."
Aunt Ding was stabbed in a sore spot and felt great hatred in her heart.
She squeezed out two tears and looked at Xie Jun with tears in her eyes: "Master..."
Xie Jun also felt a headache and coaxed perfunctorily: "What mother said makes sense, please call me old lady!"
Aunt Ding gritted her teeth and secretly resented it, and saluted again: "Hanxiang has met the old man and met the old lady."
Mr. Xie hummed and glanced at Ms. Xu in warning.
Mrs. Xu ignored her and greeted Xie Jun affectionately: "Jun, please sit down and talk."
"Ms. Ding, what are you still doing? Hurry up and help Ah Jun take his seat. The princess usually lives in the princess's mansion, but she is used to you being the dominant concubine in the house. You don't know her dignity."
Ginger is still hot when she is old! Mrs. Xu used many heart-piercing methods to deal with Aunt Ding.
Aunt Ding wanted to cry again, but before she could squeeze out the tears, Mrs. Xu said with disgust: "Look at you, I just said a few words casually, and you cry and wipe your tears at every turn, but it seems like I have been
It’s like bullying you.”
Xie Jun didn't want to see his mean stepmother, but he didn't want to face Aunt Ding in front of everyone. There were some squabbles on the left and right, so he simply pretended not to hear her.
Aunt Ding, who had no one to support her, reluctantly waited for Xie Jun to take his seat, and then stood behind Xie Jun.
…
Xie Mingxi watched a good show leisurely.
There is no need to use the hand or mouth by oneself, Xu alone is enough to suppress Aunt Ding.
Less than half of the manpower deployed by Princess Yongning in the inner house has also been eliminated. If this continues, the inner house of the Xie Mansion will be thoroughly cleaned in less than two months.
Mrs. Xu is indeed a bit vulgar. She has the shrewdness and vigor of a woman born in the market. She is willing to show shame and dare to make trouble. Her greed and persistence in money are also different from ordinary people.
Perhaps it was because she had been so miserable for more than ten years. Now that she finally had a chance to be fair and honest, Mrs. Xu couldn't wait to reach out to make money.
How can Aunt Ding endure it?
In just a few days, Aunt Ding and Mrs. Xu had been fighting several times, both covertly and overtly. Aunt Ding was supported by Xie Jun, Mrs. Xu had the advantage of her status, and Xie Mingxi was secretly "fueling the flames", so she quickly gained the upper hand.
Everyone chatted for a few words, and then went to the dining hall to eat together.
After dinner, Xie Jun usually sent Mr. Xie back to the courtyard first.
Xie Yuanting didn't know what medicine he took wrongly, but he took the initiative and said: "Auntie, I will take you back to Lanxiang Courtyard."
Aunt Ding was so moved that her eyes welled up with tears, and she felt that her loving motherly heart had finally been rewarded.
Xie Mingxi's eyes flashed slightly, and she looked thoughtfully at Xie Yuanting, who was rarely attentive.
Xie Yuanting felt guilty for a moment, but quickly straightened his back and left with Aunt Ding.
…
Xie Lanxi's timid voice sounded: "Sister Mingxi, I have already thought about what you asked me two days ago. I want to learn to play the piano."
Xie Lanxi's appearance resembles that of her mother, and she is quite beautiful. Her temperament also takes after her biological father, she is soft-spoken and soft-spoken. After arriving at Xie's Mansion, she stays at home all day long and behaves honestly.
Xie Mingxi was very kind to this unrelated cousin and suggested that she learn music. Xie Lanxi was grateful and thought about it for two days before making her decision.
Xie Mingxi turned around and responded with a smile: "Okay. I'll just tell Master Yang tomorrow."
Master Yang rented a courtyard outside and secretly took in a few students to teach music. This matter was obviously against the rules of the academy. However, Chief Gu did not interfere.
The students didn't help openly, so they simply helped spread the word.
Xie Mingxi thought of Xie Lanxi and her sister.
Xie Yuanzhou also came over, with a pair of big and flexible black eyes: "Cousin Mingxi, I want to learn to play drums. Is that okay?"
Drumming…
Xie Mingxi's mind instantly flashed with the figure of the Sixth Princess, and she said with a smile: "Of course. Master Yang is proficient in music. If you study hard, you will definitely make some progress."
Xie Lanxi is only a twelve-year-old girl with no scheming thoughts, while Xie Yuanzhou is only nine years old, and all his thoughts are reflected on his face. Both siblings are very happy.
Xie Ming was dull and inarticulate, so Mr. Que came forward and solemnly thanked him: "Ming Niang, thank you for taking the trouble to consider Lan Niang and Yuan Zhou."
When they first arrived in the capital, their eyes were filled with darkness. Without Xie Mingxi's introduction, how could they have found such a good wife!
Xie Mingxi smiled and said: "Second Aunt said that, but she is too outsider. Xie's family is very small, I only have one cousin and two cousins, so I should think about them."
"Master Yang is not only proficient in music and temperament, he is also quite good in the Four Books and Five Classics. I am thinking of letting cousin Lan Xi and cousin Yuan Zhou study music and temperament, and then study with Master Yang."
"When the time comes, I'll just give Master Yang an extra portion of the gift. I think Master Yang won't refuse."
"Yuan Wei is still young. It won't be too late to start studying in Mongolia next year."
Mrs. Que was overjoyed and thanked her profusely.
Xie Ming also looked over gratefully: "Ming Niang, thank you very much."
Mr. Xie said that he loved the three siblings Xie Lanxi, but he never considered the three siblings studying. This shows that "love" is limited.
Xie Jun was even more indifferent and didn't say a word.
As a parent, Mr. Xie Mingque, how can you not think about your children? Even if you can't pass the imperial examination, it is always a good thing to read more books.
Mrs. Xu stepped forward, held Xie Mingxi's hand, and whispered: "Good Ming Niang, you are a good child. Unlike Yuanting Yun Niang, who looks down on us. I will remember how well you treat Lan Niang and her sister.
From now on, whenever you need my help, as long as you open your mouth, my old lady will do my best and never refuse."
