Chapter 243: Chapter 243: Taking a Concubine
At this moment, if Gu Kaiping still does not understand Gu Baijiang’s well-intentioned intentions, he truly is foolish.
However, there is still one matter he does not understand, "Now that Fan Mei Bao is ruined, hasn’t Antong lost her whetstone?"
"Therefore, some plans must be adjusted according to the actual situation. If her mother and daughter can give up these few days, they will find the opportunity to leave discreetly.
But if they don’t give up, at the next post station, I’ll let my second son consummate the marriage with the Fan family girl first, leaving them no way out.
Fan Mei Lin is Xu Shuanghong’s only hope. At this moment, it’s all about Antong’s skills. At that time, you inform the Liu Family not to intervene, just watch the events quietly from the side."
Gu Kaiping nodded, "But what if this Fan Mei Lin follows Antong into the Prince Mansion afterward..."
"Now is not the time to worry about these things. Do you think resolving one Fan Mei Lin will let us sleep soundly?
Think about the women in the Imperial Palace, which one of them is easy to deal with?
If Antong cannot grow up, she might not be an asset to our Gu Family; she could be a disaster for the entire Gu Family."
The conflicts in the harem are no lesser than those of the previous dynasty. He has truly poured his heart into this family, and now he has to break it down and explain it to his eldest son.
Luckily, at this moment, the eldest son seems to be enlightened, as he continuously nods, looking at his father with admiration—making Gu Baijiang think this son is still teachable.
Meanwhile, in the compartment, Xu Shuanghong was almost gnashing her teeth. She couldn’t believe Gu Baijiang was unaware of what’s happening. Her mother and daughter have suffered so much injustice, and yet he doesn’t step in to help. This man is indeed unfeeling and ruthless.
But right now, they are considered dependent on others, and until they find their footing, they dare not confront Xu Yulan and her people.
They’ve had enough of such cold words, thinking Gu Kaichen is so outstanding, as if everyone is fond of him.
The most wronged among them is Fan Mei Bao. Her tears haven’t stopped since yesterday, her eyes are swollen.
Later, she will have to live and serve together with Xu Yulan under her, the thought alone suffocated her, let alone being her future life.
At this moment, Fan Mei Bao really wanted to run away, but where could she run to alone? Would things not be more miserable after leaving here?
Thinking of these, Fan Mei Bao began to sob again.
Xu Yulan, seeing this, was even more impatient, "I say, Fan concubine, you’ve cried for such a long time already, aren’t you worried about bringing bad luck?
Since you’re now the husband’s concubine, you must learn how to serve the mistress. From today onward, you’ll accompany me."
Xu Yulan’s eyes twinkled, instantly considering this a good idea.
Rushing to be someone’s concubine, she’s bound to understand the difference between wife and concubine. A concubine’s purpose is not only to serve the husband but also to serve the primary wife. She will come and educate this little cutie thoroughly, letting her know what respect for seniors means.
In the future, someone else will share all the trivial matters, ensuring she reaps the benefits first.
Fan Mei Bao trembled, seeking help from Xu Shuanghong, who helplessly shook her head slightly. Since this has been decided, avoiding Xu Yulan’s request leaves no arguments for the future, it really cannot be refused.
Gu Antong watched all of this coldly. Her second aunt thought she had gained a great advantage, unaware of whether her temperament will be able to handle these three mother and daughters in the future.
Now, her grandfather’s attitude seems peculiar, previously supporting Xu Shuanghong but still exuding a hint of oddity.
Looking towards her mother, uncertain of her thoughts, clearly unable to solve her own doubts.
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The snow kept falling, so the speed could not be faster, but everyone worked hard each day, frightened by the wolf packs continuing their pursuit and worried that the previously purchased supplies would not last until the next post station.
Fortunately, those wolves seemed to have been scared off, not reappearing, and finally, on the third day, they learned the post station was ahead, allowing them to stay overnight.
This time, it didn’t need any escort urging—the speed had already increased by half compared to before. With an hour to dark, they arrived at the post station.
Looking at the humble house of the post station, everyone felt very satisfied—finally not having to endure the snow at night.
Now Gu Kaiyuan didn’t need to hide, directly staying with the two escort agencies, Liu Pingkang wouldn’t inquire.
Everyone knows what’s going on, and along the way, the escort agency took care of them, as long as Gu Kaiyuan didn’t escape, Liu Pingkang didn’t bother to manage.
As for others, they were already attracted by the station’s items, uncertain how many days required for the next post station. Naturally, more is better.
The post station’s main hall was very lively; Gu Baijiang directly found Ming Peifeng who had already arrived.
Ming Peifeng stared thoughtfully at Gu Baijiang, "Lord Gu, are you sure you want the upper room?"
"Arrange one." Gu Baijiang wouldn’t live alone again—if more black-clad assassins appear, there won’t be another Xu Huizhen to block the knife.
"Only Lord Gu staying?"
Gu Baijiang glanced at him, "For my family’s second son."
"Oh," Ming Peifeng looked surprised, "Lord Gu is quite good to his sons, how about I arrange a few more rooms?"
"No need, if possible, arrange a banquet table."
"Is it to entertain Mrs. Xu and her daughter? Lord Gu knows their roots?"
"They are old acquaintances. Back when I was County Magistrate, I was familiar with them." Knowing he couldn’t hide these matters from Ming Peifeng, who pretends to be ignorant, Gu Baijiang straightforwardly stated, "My second son inadvertently offended the second Fan girl, ruining her reputation, so I must accept her respectfully as a noble concubine..."
"Lord Gu, are you confused? Don’t you know your current identities? How can you accept a concubine?"
"Lord Ming, must we remain this identity forever?" Gu Baijiang asked seriously, "Did your master discuss something with you?"
Ming Peifeng, "...Of course not, it’s just the charges come from the emperor’s decree. Accepting a concubine on this exile road sounds quite inappropriate."
Warm words hardly persuade the damned—the thought that Gu Baijiang has confidence and intends to challenge the law.
"Rest assured, Lord Ming, we won’t wide publicize it, just two families sitting down for a meal, simply deciding.
Moreover, I understand your suspicion about their mother’s identity. I likewise have doubts. Before figuring out their purpose, I can only stabilize them first."
Gu Baijiang worried Ming Peifeng would interfere, so briefly shared some ideas.
"Seeing Lord Gu has suspicions, I’m relieved." Ming Peifeng, puzzled, "If this is so, then why place them beside the second gentleman?"
