Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!-Chapter 675: Visiting Card_1

Jiang Yong rubbed his hands together; the in-laws were high-ranking officials, and even the imposing manner of Jiang Zhu’s maternal uncle had frightened him. He nervously replied, "Yes, yes, we’re enjoying our blessings here. Xue Mei is a filial child and treats us well!"

Zhou Shuren chimed in, "I’ll still need to ask Uncle about this, and to send him our regards."

Jiang Yong became excited, "Oh my, our in-laws are so busy yet they still think of us. We’re doing well; everything is fine."

Lady Jiangwang did not dare to speak; she could only sit dryly. She used to fear that the in-laws would bear grudges, but after seeing the eldest of the Zhou family a few times, she finally felt at ease. Now, living a good life, she was the best-dressed among the village’s old ladies. Sometimes she would reflect that her past self must have been affected by something filthy, which was why her mind had not been clear.

At this moment, Jiang Sheng arrived with Jiang Zhu; Jiang Sheng entered and said, "Big brother, second brother, you’ve had a long journey."

Zhou Shuren laughed, "We didn’t rush on the way, took it slow and easy. You must have run back here with a head full of sweat; come sit down and rest."

Zhou Shuren waved to Jiang Zhu, "Jiang Zhu has grown so much; let your second uncle have a good look at you."

Jiang Zhu, embraced by his second uncle, felt a little embarrassed, "First uncle, second uncle."

Xue Mei looked at her second brother; he doted on his son, but his wife had been injured, leaving them with only Ming Rui. And now, he was even fond of Jiang Zhu!

Jiang Sheng took a deep breath, "Big brother, why did you bring back so many trunks?"

Zhou Shuren pulled out an envelope from his pocket, "These trunks stored the dowry that father and mother prepared for your eldest sister. This envelope contains the list of dowry items, and when you have time, you should register it at the government office."

Xue Mei was stunned, "Didn’t mother say she would give the dowry to me when Xue Han got married? Why has it been sent over already?"

Zhou Shuren was also unclear, "Mother didn’t tell me, but she wrote you a letter; it should mention it."

Xue Mei took the list and the letter, "Thank you, big brother and second brother, for bringing it over."

Zhou Shuren waved his hand, "It’s no trouble. Wait, go with me to the county tomorrow; we also need to buy you a mansion and shops, and these are part of the dowry as well."

Jiang Sheng was momentarily stunned. His wife had told him about her parents providing additional dowry, but seeing the trunks in the yard left him somewhat dazed; the dowry was exceedingly generous.

The old couple of the Jiang family heated up with excitement upon hearing this; all these dowry items were meant for the Jiang family’s descendants. All these would belong to the Jiang family in the future; they were ecstatic.

In Jinzhou Province, Zhulan personally received the Imperial Physician, "Thank you for your trouble, Elder."

Imperial Physician had already visited seven days earlier and carefully examined Su Xuan’s pulse. The belly was about to reach nine months, and she could go into labor at any time; thus, Imperial Physician came to oversee the birthing.

Imperial Physician stroked his beard, "No trouble at all; all of these arrangements were made in advance. The twins haven’t been born early, which is better than I expected."

Zhulan’s face beamed with a deeper smile, "Indeed, for the twins to hold on until now is truly not an easy feat." freewebnøvel.coɱ

Imperial Physician said, "I’ll examine her pulse first; that will put my mind at ease a bit."

"Old Master, this way, please."

Zhulan and Imperial Physician went to the fourth room, which had the most maids and grannies; now, there was even a midwife added. As they entered the room, they found Su Xuan leaning against the pillow, somewhat dozy and sleepy.

Imperial Physician motioned that Su Xuan need not get up and then took her pulse, "It will be within these few days; take extra care during this period."

Su Xuan was very nervous; her child kept stirring in her belly, and now that it was time for the birth, she became somewhat scared.

Zhulan noticed Su Xuan’s face turn pale and quickly reassured her, "Don’t be nervous, just relax, that’s right, breathe in, relax."

She was genuinely worried that Su Xuan might frighten herself into going into labor early. It was just one or two days away from being full nine months.

Su Xuan calmed her nerves and felt much better, "Mother, I’m alright now."

Imperial Physician stood up, "Then, I will go rest for now. If anything happens, call for me anytime."

Su Xuan expressed her gratitude, "Thank you, Grandfather Liu."

Zhulan and Imperial Physician Liu left together, and she asked Song Granny, "Do you think it’s two boys, two girls, or fraternal twins?"

Song Granny replied, "Fraternal twins would have a good omen."

Zhulan could not help but laugh, as Song Granny sure knew how to choose, and she too hoped for fraternal twins—which truly weren’t as highly regarded in ancient times as they are now.

In Zhou family village, Elder Zhou and Second Elder Zhou met with the Clan Leader.

The Clan Leader spoke with a tone full of regret, "It would have been even better if Chang Lian and Rongchuan had returned."

This was the glory of the Zhou family. Ever since the announcement of the imperial examinations reached this place, the Zhou family had truly risen. Even the County Magistrate had personally visited them, and the Zhou family’s fortunes had been getting better and better. He was willing to close his eyes in peace now, yet he still harbored regrets and longed to see Zhou Shuren and Chang Lian once more.

Elder Zhou said, "This year our Zhou residence has attracted much attention, which is why my younger brother and I have returned."

The Clan Leader replied, "Yes, indeed, we must be cautious. This ancestral worship must be done on a grand scale."

Elder Zhou responded, "We will follow all of your instructions."

The Clan Leader felt very content upon hearing this; Zhou Shuren’s family still held great respect for him as Clan Leader, "Good, very good."

Second Elder Zhou was chatting with some of the elder clansmen, creating a bustling atmosphere in the room.

The Clan Leader was the last to leave. Elder Zhou and Second Elder Zhou personally escorted him to the gate. At the gate, the Clan Leader said, "You can go back, no need to see me off."

Elder Zhou looked at the Clan Leader, whose legs and feet were no longer spry, and said to Second Elder Zhou, "The Clan Leader has put his heart and soul into the well-being of our Zhou family."

Second Elder Zhou hummed in agreement, "Ming Qing will also take good care of the Zhou family in the future."

The next day was Zhou Shuren’s day off to bathe and rest. Rarely resting, Zhou Shuren had a playful time with Chang Zhong. Ever since Chang Zhong took an interest in digging up wild vegetables, the garden’s grass had been gnawed up like a dog’s plaything.

Zhulan, holding an invitation card, arrived at the garden, only to see Zhou Shuren tossing soil back and forth with his son. Better not to let others witness such a sight of Master Zhou, Zhulan coughed, and Zhou Shuren guiltily hid his hands behind his back.

Chang Zhong, covered in specks of mud, complained, "Mother, Father is bullying me."

Zhou Shuren gritted his teeth, "You child, wickedly sue the first!"

Chang Zhong’s eyes widened in disbelief, not expecting his father to turn the tables like this!

Zhulan ignored the father-son dispute and handed the invitation card to Zhou Shuren, "Scholar Shen’s invitation card; he’s in the front hall. Chang Lian has already gone over. Do you want to meet him?"

Zhou Shuren flipped through the card and remarked, "This meeting ought to happen."

In the past, he avoided Shen Yang out of fear of falling into a trap, but now, meeting to learn more could be beneficial, especially since it concerned Rongchuan!

Zhulan pointed to Zhou Shuren’s clothes, "You should change your clothing."

Zhou Shuren looked down, noticing the mud on his clothes, "Indeed, I should change. I will go change my clothes."

Zhulan took her son by the hand, "You go change your clothes as well, look how dirty they are."

Chang Zhong, still fearing his mother, ran off holding his nanny’s hand, sticking out his tongue, unlike how his father spoiled him, as his mother certainly did not.

Zhulan shook her head helplessly, "This child is too lively. At my age, I simply can’t keep up with the commotion."

Coming back to her senses, Song Granny reassured, "In a few years, the young master will grow more settled."

Zhulan said, "I hope so."