Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!-Chapter 681: Great Fortune_1

Zhulan took another look at her grandson and granddaughter before she left; both little ones had fallen asleep. These two children didn’t need Zhulan to worry about them, Su Xuan had everything prepared. freewebnøvel.coɱ

Upon returning to the main courtyard, Zhulan was greeted by her son, "In the future, you’re not allowed to rush into your mother’s arms like that; mother is getting old, and your strength could knock mother down."

Chang Zhong realized he was wrong and immediately felt energized again, "Mother, I want to go see my little nephew and niece, but Granny Liu Ya won’t let me."

Zhulan, holding her son’s hand as they walked back, said, "Your little nephew and niece were just born and are still too small. When they’re a bit bigger, Mother will take you to see them."

Chang Zhong felt disappointed; he finally had younger nephews, and now he had to wait even longer to meet them!

Zhulan patted her son’s head, "Go play, Mother will rest for a while."

Seeing that his mother kept rubbing her waist, Chang Zhong said, "Mother, I won’t go to play; I’ll rub your back for you."

Zhulan smiled, "That would be lovely."

Zhulan, enjoying her son’s filial piety, dozed off, and by the time she woke up, it was already dark. Zhou Shuren was sitting beside her, reading a book!

Zhou Shuren helped Zhulan to sit up, "Awake now?"

"When did you come back?"

"I’ve been back for a while; Chang Zhong has already had his dinner and is ready to rest. Also, Su Xuan is awake. I sent Granny Song to check on her. Granny Song said that Su Xuan is recovering nicely, so you don’t have to worry."

Zhulan hadn’t expected to sleep for several hours and was just about to speak when her stomach growled.

Zhou Shuren signaled to Granny Song, who was on watch, to send a maid to bring the meal, then he said to Zhulan, "You haven’t eaten today, have you?"

"Mm, I had some pastries in the morning and was going to eat something when I came back, but then I fell asleep."

Zhou Shuren told Zhulan, "Don’t get up; in a moment, we’ll bring over the kang table, and we’ll eat on the kang table."

Zhulan asked, "You haven’t had dinner, have you?"

"I couldn’t eat while you were asleep."

Soon, the maid brought the evening meal: chicken soup wontons and two appetizing side dishes.

After dinner, Zhulan felt warmth in her heart; after washing up, she lay down again. Zhou Shuren supported Zhulan against the pillows, "Don’t lie down right after eating."

Once there were only Zhulan and Zhou Shuren left in the room, she whispered, "I was dreaming."

Zhou Shuren asked, "What dream did you have?"

Zhulan smiled, "I dreamt of modern times, dreamt that I was taking care of children. Don’t mention it, after being here, I’ve taken care of quite a few children, so I’ve really gained some expertise in childcare."

Zhou Shuren held Zhulan’s hand, "It would be nice if we could go back to modern times."

Zhulan said with a smile, "If we were to go back, I’ve learned quite a few skills; I have decent paintings that I could show off and some good embroidery. Oh, and my childcare skills aren’t bad either."

Zhou Shuren counted for himself, hmm, the skills in cunning were full marks.

The two of them talked a lot, not knowing how late it was when they finally fell asleep.

The next day, Mrs. Tao came with her daughter and said with envy, "Your family truly has one joyous event after another; I’ve come to share in the happiness as well."

Zhulan asked, "Has the news spread everywhere now?"

"You know very well it has. Fraternal twins are not common, and now everyone says the Zhou household is blessed with good fortune!"

This year has started, and the Zhou family has enjoyed one good fortune after another; I’m quite envious of it all.

Zhulan said, "It’s just that everything happened all at once; it’s not as exaggerated as the rumors suggest."

"I don’t find it exaggerated at all. To have fraternal twins born safely as a first birth is incredibly rare," she said.

Zhulan fell silent. The ancients were the most superstitious and even if the Tao family thought this way, not to speak of others. Sometimes, luck and blessings were indeed capable of bringing benefits to a family.

In the government office, Zhou Shuren’s hand was tightly grasped by Wong Ju, his face wooden, "If you don’t let go by the count of three, I’m going to shout."

Wong Ju looked confused, "Sir, what would you shout for?"

Zhou Shuren did not explain, just looked at Wong Ju dispassionately. Wong Ju’s hair stood on end, the more he dealt with Zhou Shuren, the more he realized that sometimes Zhou Shuren’s boundaries were quite low, and his skin was the thickest. He quickly let go, "I just wanted to rub some of your good fortune off on me."

Zhou Shuren took out a handkerchief to wipe his hands, feeling sick after having his hands tightly held by a greasy, older man first thing in the morning, "You may leave; I won’t see you out."

Wong Ju looked at the handkerchief in Zhou Shuren’s hand – how scornful he must be to have wiped it three times already. Nevertheless, he wouldn’t wash his hands, the Zhou family really did have good luck.

The next day was the bathing ceremony for newborns, and the children were brought out. The twins were too small to endure too much fuss and originally, Zhulan and Zhou Shuren intended not to host it.

However, many people wanted to visit the estate and, in the end, they decided to hold a simple ceremony without bringing the children out, but still, many guests arrived.

Inside the Palace, the Empress and the Emperor discussed the Zhou family, "The Zhou family’s luck is indeed quite enviable."

The Emperor also expressed his sentiment, "Indeed, speaking of it, Zhou Shuren can be considered a bringer of luck to me; he seems to encounter such auspicious occasions."

The Empress said, "Zhou Shuren has fostered Rongchuan, and truly has great fortune. I would really like to meet Zhou Shuren’s wife."

"It’s a pity they are not in the capital; it’s not easy for you to summon them," said the Emperor.

The Empress felt frustrated, "Indeed, it’s not easy. I also want to meet the daughter of the Zhou family."

She had the most complete information on Zhou Xue Han; the more she read, the more she favored this potential daughter-in-law. The young lady was good at managing a household and knew a bit about music, chess, calligraphy, and painting. Though not a master, she was already quite skilled. What she appreciated more was Zhou Xue Han’s personality; she wouldn’t be weakly bullied by others, nor would she bully others proactively. She handled things with measure and stability.

Therefore, she also became interested in Zhou Shuren’s wife. The conduct of the women in the inner courtyard could reflect on the quality of the Family Head’s wife; moreover, in raising children, the wife has responsibilities too.

The Emperor was considering his own thoughts. He had not wanted Zhou Shuren to come to the capital too early. However, looking at the current situation, it seemed better for him to come to the capital sooner. Jinzhou Province had nothing left that required Zhou Shuren’s presence.

Nevertheless, it has to be said that Zhou Shuren was indeed held in high esteem as an official by the people. In just a few years in Jinzhou, he had accomplished many things that benefited the people.

Moreover, he had always felt that Zhou Shuren was a man of good fortune. Now, not only had the Zhou family fostered Rongchuan, but they had also added twins. Zhou Shuren’s journey had been particularly smooth!

Current events had stirred up chaos in the capital. Zhou Shuren was indeed lucky; keeping him in the capital would allow this living chess piece to play a significant role.

However, in the capital, a position for one person was like a hole for one radish; a careful plan was needed to decide which radish to pluck.

The Empress hadn’t heard the Emperor respond for a while. She saw him deep in thought, his fingertips moving the Buddha Beads. She might influence him with pillow talk, but her words could also have an effect on certain matters.

The Empress was in good spirits, judging by the look of things; it seemed the Zhou family would be coming to the capital city earlier than anticipated.

In the Government Office of Jinzhou Province, Zhou Shuren invited Mr. Ran inside, "Mr. Ran’s visit, does it concern a matter?"

Ran Zheng said, "Indeed, there is a matter. Zhou Shuren’s grandson hasn’t been betrothed yet, has he?"

Zhou Shuren had a clear understanding, "No betrothal yet. It is not easy to find a suitable bride for the eldest grandson. She must not only have the capacity to be tolerant but also mature and steady.

I have indeed been quite concerned about it!"