Chapter 248 – Sowing The Seed Of Suspicion
“What new mother!” Wei Luowen frowned in displeasure and said.
“Father, before you returned to the capital, there had long been rumors that His Majesty would find a young lady from a famous family for father. In that case, wouldn’t I have a new mother?” Wei Yuewu had a look of anticipation on her face, as if she really wanted to see Wei Luowen marry again.
Wei Luowen’s heart skipped a beat. “Yuewu, you want a new mother?”
“Of course, I am willing to have a new mother who loves me and can take care of me. I heard there are several nice candidates among the young ladies of the famous families in the capital. Father, do learn more about them before making your choice!” Wei Yuewu said playfully, specially putting emphasis on “young ladies of the famous families”.
Sure enough, Concubine Dong’s breathing became heavy and her face turned pale.
“It’s still early to talk about these things. Let’s talk about them later!” Wei Luowen was a little embarrassed speaking to his daughter about his remarriage. He directly switched to the original topic, “Are you really going to the mansion of Duke of Jing?”
However, he did not mention the matter of investigating the entire mansion again. Obviously, he also felt that since the Madam Dowager had already investigated the matter in the backyard, it would be improper for him to interfere.
Speaking of which, it was also because he did not have a wife. After all, Concubine Dong’s position was too low to do this job.
In the past, he had thought of promoting Concubine Dong to the position of wife. However, after a series of incidents, from the quarrel at the city gate to the army arrow, he felt like numerous needles stabbing into his chest, causing him to feel annoyed and uncomfortable.
Did Concubine Dong really have no intention of harming Yuewu?
Wei Yuewu nodded and answered, “Yes, father. Eldest Miss Jing also specially sent an invitation to me. I don’t know how to handle the army arrow incident, so please take care of it, father.”
Wei Luowen nodded and after a light cough, he instructed, “Alright, I’ll have people investigate it later. Someone, prepare a carriage for the Sixth Young Lady. Also, get two guards to protect the Sixth Young Lady.”
Someone had already gone to prepare a carriage for Wei Yuewu. After bidding farewell to Wei Luowen, Wei Yuewu brought Jin Ling with her and got into the carriage.
After Wei Yuewu left, Wei Luowen’s gaze landed on Concubine Dong again. Concubine Dong quickly put on a solemn expression, not daring to move a single bit.
“Did you do it?” Wei Luowen had always been straightforward, and he asked in a deep voice.
These words sounded like thunder. How could Concubine Dong stand still? She knelt down with a plop and tears immediately fell down. “Lord Marquis, are you saying these harsh words to make me apologize with death? How would I dare to do such a thing? My heart for the Sixth Young Lady could be proved by the gifts I sent her and the clothes I made for her, and Lord Marquis, you have seen all these. Moreover, I seldom lived in the capital, so how could I have people to do such a thing!”
These words were quite convincing. Even if Concubine Dong wanted to harm Wei Yuewu, she didn’t have many helpers in the capital. She only returned to the capital once a year. It really wasn’t something that she could do.
But if it wasn’t done by her, what was up with the arrow?
Wei Luowen’s brows furrowed tightly. It was clear that someone in the mansion wanted to harm Yuewu, but who was this person? Furthermore, from whichever perspective, the arrow seemed to be related to him.
After pondering for a while, he still felt that Concubine Dong was suspicious and asked again in a deep voice, “Did you take arrows from the army?”
“No, Lord Marquis, I can swear that if I really take arrows from the army, I will die a terrible death!” Concubine Dong raised her hand without hesitation and swore an oath while secretly hating Lady Li in her heart.
What was Lady Li trying to do? Didn’t she say that she would take action only when necessary? This time, not only did she fail to kill Wei Yuewu, but she even implicated her in this mess. It was obvious that Lord Marquis was suspecting her.
Was Lady Li doing this on purpose, or was she really stupid?
But no matter what the reason was, it was better for her not to contact Lady Li in the future. She felt more at ease when using her own people.
Seeing that Concubine Dong swore an oath without hesitation, Wei Luowen’s expression improved a little, but his doubts still persisted. He waved his hand and said impatiently, “Leave now! Take time to discipline Yuejiao and let her be cautious of her status!”
He said this casually, but Concubine Dong was so angry that her face turned green. What did he mean by “be cautious of her status”? Did he mean that Yuejiao would always be a concubine-born daughter and therefore she had to show the utmost respect for her younger sister who was a legitimate daughter? Well, she remembered well Lord Marquis had promised her that for Yuejiao’s sake, he would make her the new Marquise Hua Yang.
But she also knew that Wei Luowen was getting annoyed at this moment. It was definitely not the time to speak with him. She stood up and carefully retreated.
“Concubine…” Nanny Dong had been waiting for her in the corridor and she hurriedly stepped forward when she saw Concubine Dong retreated with an ashen expression.
“Let’s go back before talking!” Concubine Dong coldly looked in the direction of the gate of the mansion. He asked her to let Yuejiao “be cautious of her status.” Well, she didn’t believe what kind of status that little bitch would have who couldn’t even maintain her reputation and integrity. Her Yuejiao was undisputedly the most respected daughter in the mansion!
With a flick of her handkerchief, she walked out. She really didn’t believe that if she went all out, she couldn’t defeat that little bitch. Back then, the mother of that little bitch was so doted on by the Marquis, yet she was still defeated by her.
“Yes!” Seeing Concubine Dong’s expression, Nanny Dong didn’t dare to speak anymore and hurriedly followed behind Concubine Dong.
Wei Yuewu didn’t expect to see Yan Huaijing so soon. Moreover, they met in the parking lot of the mansion of Duke of Jing.
When her carriage arrived, many carriages had lined up in a long queue at a small side door of the mansion of Duke of Jing. The coachman took a look, and just as he was about to announce the identity of the passenger, an old maidservant appeared in front of the carriage with a smile. “Is the Sixth Young Lady of the mansion of Marquis Hua Yang in the carriage?”
“Exactly!” Jin Ling answered through the curtains.
“Our eldest young lady has been waiting for the Sixth Young Lady. Sixth Young Lady, please follow me this way. It will be quicker!” The old maidservant of the mansion of Duke of Jing stretched out her hand to lead the way.
Only then did the coachman notice a large side door beside the queue. Coincidentally, another carriage in the front was also guided to that side door, and he hurriedly turned around to follow the old maidservant.
The side door was very big, but there were very few carriages coming over. Although there was a long queue over there, not a single carriage dared to go this way. It could be seen that those who could enter the mansion through this door were all guests of extraordinary statuses.
The side door led directly to a large parking lot. There weren’t many carriages parked inside. After the carriage stopped, Wei Yuewu saw Yan Huaijing getting off the carriage in the front, and she couldn’t help but sigh that the few rare horses of this heir-apparent were actually so useless despite their outstanding looks.
Yan Huaijing left for the mansion of Duke of Jing a lot earlier than her, so how could her carriage catch up with his?
At this moment, this heir-apparent was getting off the carriage. His tall body was dressed in a gorgeous white robe. Its sleeves were embroidered with light purple patterns, making him look both noble and handsome. When he saw Wei Yuewu’s carriage approaching, he raised his head and looked at Wei Yuewu with clear eyes smilingly.
Now that she met this troublesome heir-apparent again, Wei Yuewu had no choice but to walk over and salute him with a polite smile on her face, “Greetings, Your Heir-apparent!”
“So, Marquis Hua Yang allowed you to attend the banquet?” Yan Huaijing looked at Wei Yuewu and smiled gently. Just then, another carriage came in. The young lady on the carriage stared blankly at his handsome smile and almost lost her footing.
Fortunately, her old maidservant reacted quickly and supported her. Otherwise, this young lady would become a big joke at the birthday banquet of Eldest Miss Jing.
“Eldest Miss Jing specially sent me an invitation.” Wei Yuewu said meaningfully. Wei Yuewu felt that she should let Yan Huaijing know she received two invitations and this Eldest Miss Jing also asked her to be careful on her way, which was a sign of Eldest Miss Jing’s good wishes for her.
“Eldest Miss Jing is indeed getting smarter and smarter!” The corners of Yan Huaijing’s lips curved upwards, and his eyes glittered.
Wei Yuewu somehow found it difficult to echo this compliment to Eldest Miss Jing.
“Coincidentally, I have something to discuss with Eldest Miss Jing. Let’s go in together, Sixth Young Lady!” Yan Huaijing smiled.
“I… It’s better for Your Heir-apparent to go first. I want to have a walk around in the mansion of Duke of Jing!” Looking at the jealousy in the young lady’s eyes, Wei Yuewu felt that it would be safer for her to go in alone.
“Dont worry. I’m not in a hurry either. If Sixth Young Lady wants to have a walk around the garden, I can keep your company!” The smile on Yan Huaijing’s face became gentler and more leisurely.
“Your Heir-apparent… I don’t dare to disturb you!” Wei Yuewu helplessly saluted again, secretly crying bitterly in her heart. She really didn’t want to go in with this monstrous black-hearted heir-apparent. Just a young lady watching on the side had made her feel like being shot by an arrow. If she went into the mansion together with him, envious gazes from other young ladies would probably pierce her like a shower of arrows.
Probably impressed by her humble attitude, Yan Huaijing said leisurely, “It’s fine if we don’t go in together, but please do me a small favor, Sixth Young Lady!”
“What favor?” Wei Yuewu bit her lips, her eyes glittering as she forced herself to calm down. She knew the so-called small favor of this heir-apparent wouldn’t be a trivial matter, and she was truly frightened by his request.
“I heard that the two princesses will also come later. Sixth Young Lady, you only need to pay attention to Eldest Miss Jing and the two princesses for me.” Yan Huaijing said leisurely.
Two princesses and Eldest Miss Jing? Wei Yuewu was stunned. Also stunned was the young lady beside her. This young lady should also have an extraordinary status. Now, she seemed to have realized something and she looked at Yan Huaijing with the same astonishment as Wei Yuewu.
Did this mean that the State of Yan hadn’t decided which of the two princesses to take, or that it had selected Eldest Miss Jing? Furthermore, if that was the case, was it the decision of the Duke of Yan State or this Heir-apparent?
But no matter who it was, the implication of his words was clear: he had put Eldest Miss Jing on par with the two princesses.
“What? Are you unwilling to help?” Yan Huaijing’s eyes looked a little unfathomable. “I remember my relationship with Sixth Young Lady…”
“Alright!” Wei Yuewu hurriedly interrupted Yan Huaijing when she saw the young lady beside her was listening carefully.
“Thank you for your help, Sixth Young Lady. If there is anything else, please don’t hesitate to let me know!” Yan Huaijing laughed loudly, looking as elegant as an exiled immortal.
“Yes!” Wei Yuewu lowered her head respectfully, hoping that this Heir-apparent of the Duke of Yan State could leave as soon as possible. Now, a few more carriages drove in.
Yan Huaijing did not make things difficult for her this time. He smiled with satisfaction and turned around to walk into the mansion.
Only after he left did Wei Yuewu breathe a sigh of relief. She really did not dare to enter the mansion with this heir-apparent. What she feared were not only the scorching gazes of the noble young ladies of the aristocratic families. She was also terrified at the thought of the meaning of Yan Huaijing, the heir-apparent of the State of Yan, which was almost as powerful as the imperial family!
“Miss, let’s go!” Seeing that Wei Yuewu was still deep in thought, Jin Ling tugged at her sleeve and reminded her.
The old maidservant of the mansion of Duke of Jing had been standing on the side. She also stepped forward and said with a smile, “Yes, Sixth Miss Wei, please follow me!”
Wei Yuewu nodded and looked at the old maidservant. Of course, she also saw a flash of horror in the eyes of this old maidservant who was leading the way!
This Eldest Miss Jing was indeed very interesting!
“Sixth Miss Wei, please stay!” Suddenly, a slightly anxious voice came from behind!
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