Rebirth is not a dream.

During the Chinese New Year, Su Yue always went out with the people in the Marquis' Mansion to visit relatives and friends, or stayed at home to entertain guests. For several days in a row, the smile on her face had become a little stiff. On the sixth day of the first lunar month, the Marquis went to court again to govern the country. On the tenth day, Qin Yi also returned to the academy to continue his studies. At this time, Su Yue was teasing Yaoyao while watching Dongqing feeding Fubao. She deeply felt that this kind of life was the real life of human beings, peaceful and beautiful.

Yaoyao watched Fubao eat, his mouth moved, his eyes rolled around, and he seemed to be curious about the food on the table. He kept struggling in Su Yue's arms, as if he wanted to break free and join Fubao in eating.

Yanyan had been watching Yaoyao's movements. Seeing that Yaoyao was so restless, she said, "Third Young Madam, Yaoyao is a really dishonest child. Let me hold her." There was a hint of worry in her tone, as if she was afraid that Su Yue would not be able to hold Yaoyao steadily and would get hurt.

Su Yue naturally understood Yanyan's good intentions. She smiled and nodded, saying, "Well, okay, then I'll trouble you. I'm indeed a little tired of holding her." As she spoke, she carefully handed Yaoyao to Yanyan.

At this time, Aunt Tao came in from outside and reported, "Madam San, the concierge sent a letter. It is from Rong County Master's eldest daughter-in-law Xu, who wants to come visit tomorrow."

When Su Yue heard the name, she asked in bewilderment, "Who is Xu?" Taozi, who was standing nearby, quickly explained, "It's the Xu I met at the Guangning County Princess's residence last time! She is the daughter of Aunt Lian, and Xu Shen's sister."

Su Yue was still a little confused after hearing this, and continued to ask: "Then who is this Xu Shen?"

Taozi looked at Su Yue's confused expression, and a feeling of distress welled up in her heart. She sighed softly and replied, "Miss, your amnesia has not yet fully recovered? Xu Shen is the cousin who got drunk with the second and third young masters and Aunt Cheng that year! He is the son of Aunt Lian, who was born out of wedlock."

Su Yue thought that how could she remember so many relatives in a roundabout way? She only said a few words to her at Princess Guangning's mansion. Why did she come to visit? Was she visiting relatives or did she have some business?

Su Yue took the note and thought, okay, if there is anything, they will go to the Marquis' Mansion and not to her.

The next morning, the sun was shining brightly and the breeze was blowing. Xu arrived at the agreed location early as usual. At this time, the morning hour was almost over, and she stood there quietly, waiting to meet up with the others.

This Xu was named Xu Wei. Her identity was quite special, as she was the granddaughter-in-law of Princess Rongfu. Speaking of Princess Rongfu, she was really a great figure. She was the daughter of the old Marquis Xuanping. According to common sense, the daughter of the Marquis Xuanping was not eligible to be canonized as a princess. However, because the wife of the old Marquis Xuanping was Princess Yongfu, the sister of Emperor Gaozu, she received special favor, and the daughter of Princess Yongfu was also canonized as Princess Rongfu.

The eldest daughter of Princess Rongfu was even more popular with everyone. Later, Princess Rongfu requested that she be canonized as Princess Rong. Princess Rong was smart and likable when she was young. Later, after the imperial examination, she successfully chose Jiang Zhengping, the top scholar of the time, as her husband. Today, Jiang Zhengping has become the Minister of the Ministry of Rites, and the couple has two sons and one daughter. The eldest daughter is the current Concubine Jing Jiang Xinrou, and the eldest son Jiang Zhiheng is Xu Wei's husband.

Taozi had roughly told Su Yue about this past event yesterday: when Aunt Lian returned to the capital, she had hoped to use the power of the old Duke, her brother, to help her husband Xu Jie get connections and seek an ideal position so that he could stay in the capital. However, unexpectedly, the old Duke passed away not long after their family returned to the capital. What's worse, the Duke of Ying's Mansion was also demoted to the Marquis of Anning's Mansion. At this time, the Marquis' Mansion was in the whirlpool of public opinion and could not protect itself, and could not provide any substantial help at all.

In this situation, Aunt Lian came up with a plan to use her daughter in exchange for an official position. So she decided to give her daughter to Prince Fu as a concubine. However, Xu Wei was naturally reluctant to accept such an arrangement. At a banquet, she carefully planned and calculated Jiang Zhiheng, and fell into the water together. Fortunately, the Jiang family was relatively kind, recognized the marriage, and tried their best to get Xu Jie an eighth-rank official in the Dachang Temple. Although the level of this position was not even as good as the county magistrate he had previously served in the local area, at least he stayed in the capital.

Su Yue received Xu Wei in the flower hall. Taozi and Chenxiang served tea and snacks and then stood quietly behind Su Yue. Su Yue looked at Xu Wei in front of her and thought to herself: Although this woman is not extremely beautiful, her skin is whiter than snow, as white and delicate as white jade, which really fits the saying "whiteness hides all ugliness". In addition, her appearance gives people a sense of weakness and helplessness, like a willow in the wind, which makes people feel pity and desire to protect her. Men like to protect weak women. If it were not for the Rong County Lord, she would probably not let her be her daughter-in-law. It seems that the Jiang family has no real power, but the Jiang family has the emperor's grace. As long as the Jiang family does not recognize them, no one can do anything to them. It seems that Jiang Zhiheng still has a crush on Xu Wei.

Su Yue pondered secretly while casting her eyes on Xu Wei who was sitting there quietly, and said softly: "Mrs. Jiang came here today, do you have any advice for me?"

Xu Wei smiled slightly and replied modestly: "It is indeed a bit rude of me to visit you rashly this time. It's just that after meeting the Third Young Lady at the Guangning County Princess's Mansion last time, I felt a sense of familiarity with you. So, I came to visit you today, and I hope I didn't disturb you." After saying that, she looked at Su Yue with a smile, her eyes revealing sincerity and friendliness.

"I see." Su Yue smiled slightly and said softly, "I also have a deep impression of Mrs. Jiang. You really don't need to be so reserved and polite." Xu Wei sighed softly and said with a slightly lonely expression: "I have been in the capital for three or four years, but I haven't actually made many friends." Su Yue was silent for a moment and did not respond.

Xu Wei continued, "What's even more difficult is that I have a useless brother who fell in love with the eighth lady of Prince Jing's Mansion without knowing his own limitations. But how can the Prince Jing's Mansion be something that ordinary officials like us can afford to marry?" At this point, Xu Wei's tone was full of helplessness and bitterness.

Su Yue looked at Xu Wei quietly, wondering in her heart what her intention was in telling her these things. Did she expect that she could help? However, this matter was obviously beyond Su Yue's ability. After all, with her identity and status, it was not appropriate for her to interfere in such matters. Moreover, such matters usually needed to be resolved by the elders. Perhaps the lady could ask the Marquis for help. With the advantage of seniority, it might be possible to suppress the Marquis and let him help. And Su Yue was just a young wife who lived in seclusion and never left the house. What could she do?

In addition, there was a generation gap between Su Yue and Xu Wei. If she rashly intervened in this matter, it might cause unnecessary trouble and criticism. This matter involving the marriage of elders was indeed not the turn of Su Yue, a junior, to intervene. Thinking of this, Su Yue decided to remain silent and not express any opinions.

Xu Wei continued, "Oh, look at my bald mouth, why am I telling you all this nonsense! Actually, I'm just too upset and I can't find anyone to talk to!" Su Yue was wondering if Xu Wei was just complaining or had other intentions. Since the other party didn't say it clearly, she would just pretend not to understand. After all, she was quite good at chatting. In her previous life, she often chatted with all kinds of clients.

Xu Wei really chatted with her for the whole morning, from tasting desserts to talking about children. Not only that, when Xu Wei left, Su Yue also specifically asked Ding Xiang to bring her some exquisite snacks made in her own yard. These snacks are rare items on the market that are hard to buy even if you have money. Although the price is not expensive, they are unique!