Forcing me to raise a concubine? The mistress of the Marquisate has gone mad

Fang Rou's migraine did have some effect.

Old Madam Lu called Shen Ruoyan over. Ever since she exempted Shen Ruoyan from paying her respects, she hadn't taken the initiative to call Shen Ruoyan over for a long time.

"Grandma, why did you call me here so urgently? What happened?"

Before Shen Ruoyan came, she was still checking the accounts of the Marquis' Mansion for this month. There were some discrepancies in the shop's accounts, and she was still clearing them up.

When they were halfway through, they heard that the old lady was looking for it urgently.

So he let Chunxi stay there, and he brought Qiuye and others to come here first.

"It's not a big deal. I heard that there are some serious rumors about the prince recently." Old Madam Lu slowly turned the Buddhist beads in her hand. She looked elegant as if she didn't care about the world, but in fact, everyone knew what she was thinking.

Shen Ruoyan did not answer immediately, but looked at Fang Rou with a half-smile, and then said: "I don't know who started this rumor, it's just some curious discussion, how can it be spread so widely?"

Pei Rushi's identity as a teacher and Qin Shaobei's uncle have indeed attracted a lot of attention to Lu Yan.

But he usually stayed in the Imperial Academy, went home after class, and didn't fool around outside, so he was actually very low-key.

A place like the Imperial College is not one that you can enter just by asking around.

Apart from those who are familiar with him, most people are still making wild guesses about Lu Yan's specific situation.

After all, Pei Rushi and Qin Shaobei are the focus, so Lu Yan is at best just a side character. Why is it that when it comes to the old lady, it seems like he has become the protagonist?

Old Madam Lu did not look at Fang Rou, and even deliberately avoided her gaze, specifically not looking in her direction.

But the more you ignore it, the more attention it will draw. Shen Ruoyan saw it and had already made up his mind.

"It doesn't matter who said it. I am not an old woman who doesn't care about what's happening outside. My ears are still useful. The case of the Spring Examination has just ended. It's not appropriate for Yan'er to speak out at this time."

Madam Lu stopped at that point. Shen Ruoyan was not stupid, so he naturally understood what she meant.

Now everyone is paying attention to the Spring Examination. The cheating case has just come to an end. It is really inappropriate to be in the spotlight now.

Although Madam Lu made this point out of consideration for the Marquis's Mansion, the same was true for Lu Yan himself.

"Grandma is right. After I go back, I will definitely discipline the servants and not let them spread rumors outside." Although she said she would discipline the servants, Shen Ruoyan and Old Madam Lu knew exactly how to do it.

Only Fang Rou was somewhat dissatisfied when she saw Mrs. Lu pick it up high and put it down gently.

She wanted to add more fuel to the fire, but she also knew that she had already fanned the flames enough.

If there were more, it might annoy people.

So Fang Rou continued to serve Madam Lu without saying much. Her performance satisfied Madam Lu, at least she was somewhat sensible.

"You all in the Shen family are good at studying, and now you have achieved such good results, the Marquisate is also proud of it. If you need anything done here, just tell the maids. They have nothing to do anyway, so they can come and help you and stretch your body at the same time."

Is this going to be a celebration party?

Qin Shaobei was used to being casual and had no such idea at all. Shen Ruoyan knew that after the Qin family knew the news, they would definitely make a big fuss, and then she would just have to give them a generous gift.

But now that Qin Shaobei lives in the Marquis' Mansion, it is reasonable for them to show their appreciation.

"I thank grandmother on behalf of my cousin. I believe he will be very happy to know that grandmother has this intention." Shen Ruoyan smiled wryly. Qin Shaobei himself finds it troublesome and certainly doesn't like to deal with it.

The old lady must want to take this opportunity to win over other powerful families. After all, the first place and the second place have stayed in their house before, and there will be a lot of people who want to come even if they just want to share in the good fortune.

When Qin Shaobei first entered the mansion, Old Madam Lu did not show any reaction.

All the arrangements and expenses were borne by Shen Ruoyan alone. Even the food expenses for Qin Shaobei were spent from Shen Ruoyan's own dowry, and not a single cent was taken from the official account of the Marquis' Mansion. Madam Lu had reminded her of this implicitly at the time, but she was too lazy to argue. Now thinking about it, it was really ironic.

When someone is of use to you, you can't wait to integrate them into one.

Others' families haven't even had time to hold a celebration party, but you can't wait to do it.

Shen Ruoyan could imagine what kind of contemptuous reaction Qin Shaobei would have after knowing this.

It's hard for people to respect the old lady for the way she acts.

Sure enough, when he mentioned this matter to Qin Shaobei in the evening, the cousin was not polite at all: "Your old lady wants to use my name to get connections? If you want to go, go ahead. Why don't you even give me some benefits?"

He clicked his tongue twice, very disdainfully, "This is too stingy!"

Yes, after the spring exam results were announced again, Shen Ruoyan prepared another generous gift for Qin Shaobei. Shen Ruoyan had given it to Qin Shaobei when the results were announced for the first time.

But this time, the meaning is different, so she prepared again.

But Mrs. Lu never expressed any gratitude before or after. Not to mention a valuable gift, she was not even willing to give Qin Shaobei a pen!

I really think about it when I use it, but forget it when I spend money.

Don’t be fooled by this old lady’s age, she can count the abacus louder than anyone else!

"My cousin is a man of high moral character. He will certainly not bother with such a woman." Shen Ruoyan smiled and comforted him. She directly stated her purpose: "But as for this celebration banquet, after thinking about it later, I also hope that my cousin can do me the honor of hosting it."

"What do you want to do?" Qin Shaobei looked at Shen Ruoyan warily. After spending so much time together, he had already discovered that this sister was a black person.

Don't be fooled by his calm and nonchalant appearance, as he seems to be indifferent to nothing, but in fact, he is a very careful person!

There is no less scheming at all!

It’s just that it doesn’t make people hate it.

Shen Ruoyan smiled slyly, "Cousin also knows that the recent matter about Yan'er has been brought up again because of your relationship. As his uncle, do you also have to take some responsibility for this?"

Qin Shaobei was stunned for a moment and pointed at his nose. "Me? Responsible?"

Shen Ruoyan nodded openly, not feeling guilty at all, "This matter was caused by you, so you are naturally responsible. Can you bear to watch him being bullied by others?"

There are people who envy Lu Yan, but there are more people who mock him.

It is a waste for him, a mute, to occupy such good resources. He should voluntarily resign the position of prince and give the opportunity to better people!

Although Lu Jing does not have any other biological sons on the surface, the Lu family has more than just Lu Yan as a male.

Privately, I wonder how many people are ready to make a move...