Chapter 39: Wang Qiluo Discusses Marriage

Chapter 39: Wang Qiluo Discusses Marriage

After figuring it out, Lu Lingyun no longer dwelled on these matters.

Moreover, even if Xing Dairong did manage to stir up something, there was no way she could allow her to marry into the Cheng family as the main wife and make Cheng Yunshuo regret it for life.

Because the person she had chosen was Luo Heng.

Luo Heng's father was a Deputy Minister of the Supreme Court, a high-ranking official in the current dynasty. How could the Luo family possibly marry a woman from a brothel as their main wife?

Furthermore, Xing Dairong had been with Cheng Yunshuo.

It was clear that Luo Heng was deceiving her, luring her with the promise of becoming the main wife to obtain her secret methods.

She really believed him.

Even if she managed to somehow shake the Luo family and successfully marry in, Luo Heng's nature was cruel and cunning...

At this moment, Lu Lingyun felt that Xing Dairong had truly ruined a good hand, unable to see her own identity or understand anyone around her.

Originally, with Cheng Yunshuo's exclusive affection, if she had just a bit more insight, she would have thrived in the Marquis's residence. But today's actions had left her with no way out.

"Have Aunt Qiu comfort the Prince these past few days."

Lu Lingyun said after taking a sip of tea.

"Yes."

After his great anger, Cheng Yunshuo fell into a deep depression and became seriously ill that night. During this time, Aunt Qiu took care of him tirelessly.

The next day, Lu Lingyun went to visit Cheng Yunshuo. His face was full of despair, and he asked her not to tell Lady Qin and the Old Marquis about these matters.

Lu Lingyun sympathetically agreed.

She instructed everyone in the household not to discuss the matter and to take good care of Cheng Yunshuo, keeping news of Xing Dairong's escape under wraps.

The following day was the agreed-upon meeting with the General Wang's residence.

Despite her busy schedule, Lu Lingyun set aside her affairs, prepared gifts, and went to Wang Qiluo's home.

As soon as her carriage arrived at the General Wang's residence, the front gate opened wide, and Lady Jiang, accompanied by Wang Qiluo and several other ladies, greeted her warmly at the entrance.

"Yunyun!" Lady Jiang saw Lu Lingyun get out of the carriage and excitedly approached, holding her hands tightly.

"Auntie," Lu Lingyun smiled sweetly, her expression genuinely warm.

Lady Jiang bore a striking resemblance to Wang Qiluo, but appeared even more elegant and gentle. She held Lu Lingyun and scrutinized her, "I think you've lost weight!"

"Not at all; I feel like I've gained weight recently."

Since marrying into the Marquis's residence, she had enjoyed good food and care. The issue with Xing Dairong was merely a source of amusement for Lu Lingyun. With such a comfortable life, how could she not gain weight?

"Don't deceive me. You must tell your Auntie how things are going. This was your mother's last wish before she passed away; don't let her scold me from beyond the grave."

"Mother, let's go inside. If you keep talking here, my aunt will come looking for you," Wang Qiluo teased.

"You silly girl, saying such nonsense." Lady Jiang glanced at her, realizing they were still at the door, and then warmly led Lu Lingyun inside.

Along the way, they exchanged pleasantries. After several assurances from Lu Lingyun, Lady Jiang finally believed that she was indeed doing well.

Once inside, Lady Jiang looked at Wang Qiluo, who was chattering away with Lu Lingyun, "Didn't you learn how to make some new pastries to serve Yunyun?"

"Yes, my dough should be ready now. Lingyun, wait a moment; I'll go make them for you."

Lu Lingyun glanced at Lady Jiang and nodded at Wang Qiluo, "Take your time, no rush."

"Okay."

After Wang Qiluo left the room, Lu Lingyun looked at Lady Jiang, who was smiling, and directly asked, "Auntie, did you call me here to discuss Qiluo's marriage?"

Seeing Lu Lingyun guess correctly, Lady Jiang laughed, "You've always been too clever since childhood."

Lu Lingyun had guessed it long ago. When she and Wang Qiluo visited Xiangji Temple during autumn, Wang Qiluo mentioned that her mother was looking for a suitable match for her.

The invitation a few days ago was also from Lady Jiang, so it was likely about discussing this matter.

Sending Wang Qiluo away probably meant Lady Jiang had someone in mind and wanted to discuss it without her.

"Auntie, which young master do you favor?" Lu Lingyun asked with a smile.

"Why do you think I favor him?"

"If you didn't favor him, why would you set a time to meet? Hasn't someone already come to discuss the marriage?" Lu Lingyun smiled.

"You can't be fooled, can you!" Lady Jiang sighed, "If your sister had half your wit, I'd be at ease no matter whom she married."

"Qiluo is fine; she's definitely blessed." Lu Lingyun looked at the name inquiry card presented to her, curious, "Who is it?"

Lady Jiang's eyes sparkled with anticipation as she slowly said, "The son of the Deputy Minister of the Supreme Court, Luo Tai—Luo Heng."

The name inquiry card unfolded, revealing the name Luo Heng.

Lu Lingyun's eyebrows twitched instantly.

So, Wang Qiluo's marriage was being discussed at this very moment.

In her previous life, she was pregnant and busy with Li Wenxun, leaving no time to connect with the Wang family. They probably didn't want to disturb her when they saw she was pregnant.

Thus, she never noticed.

"This Supreme Court Under-Prefect Luo Tai was transferred to the capital just this year. When they arrived, their carriage broke down, and they happened to meet Sheng'an, who gave them a ride. Later on, I encountered his wife, Lady Yang, several times while shopping. It’s quite a coincidence that we share many similar interests."

"The other day, Lady Yang told me that her son, Luo Heng, has had his eye on Qiluo for a long time, and she herself has been fond of Qiluo for quite some time."

"Fake!" Lu Lingyun's voice suddenly rose.

Jiang, who was in high spirits, paused and looked at the agitated Lu Lingyun in surprise.

Lu Lingyun stared at Jiang, her eyes flickering, and said directly, "Auntie, I can't hide our family's shame any longer. Do you know about my Prince's beloved concubine, a courtesan?"

"I do," Jiang nodded.

Lu Lingyun leaned close to her ear and whispered about Xing Dairong running away with Luo Heng.

Jiang's face turned pale, "What?! That vixen has seduced Luo Heng again? I must tell Lady Yang about this! She surely doesn’t know!"

Lu Lingyun wasn't trying to inform her about Luo Heng and Xing Dairong being together.

She wanted to convey that Luo Heng wasn't a good person either!

"Auntie, don't rush. It takes two to tango. At least Xing Dairong and my Prince redeemed her from the brothel. But for him to take her away like that, what kind of character does that show?"

"Putting aside whether Luo Heng was bewitched or not, just by what he said to my husband that day, he has already taken another man's wife, which is unjust. To keep it hidden from his parents is unfilial. Moreover, he boasted about marrying Xing Dairong as his main wife, which is unwise. How can one entrust themselves to such an unrighteous, unfilial, and unwise person?"

The more Jiang listened, the calmer she became, but her face grew increasingly worried. "Lady Yang and I are good friends. How could her son be like this too?"

Lu Lingyun thought for a moment, "Auntie, you should talk to her, but don't make it too public. After all, it also involves our marquisate's disgrace."

Jiang nodded understandingly, "I understand."