The bad husband wanted to bring his second wife into the house, so I turned around and became his st

Lin Wanru felt guilty when he looked at her, but she was unwilling to give up.

She snorted softly, turned her head away and said no more.

Mrs. Lin sighed inwardly when she saw this.

Her cousin has been spoiled since childhood and has a spoiled personality. It is common for her to say such things today.

However, she had never expected that Lu Shengyuan would protect Wan Qing so much, and she couldn't help but feel a little more relieved.

In the streets and alleys, people started talking again.

"Look at Lin Wanqing and the Duke, walking side by side, laughing and talking. Their relationship is so good that it's really enviable!"

An old woman was fanning herself with a palm-leaf fan, her eyes gleaming with tenderness.

"Yes, the rumors are not to be believed. Although the prince looks pale, his steps are steady. How can he look terminally ill? It must be those idle people making trouble out of nothing."

A young scholar shook his head, his words full of indignation.

"But then again, the gift this time does seem a bit simple. Compared to the usual grandeur of the prince, it seems a bit shabby."

The vendor selling sugar figures nearby whispered softly, with a hint of curiosity in his eyes.

Lu Shengyuan smiled indifferently, ignoring the chaos around him.

He called the guards softly, "Present the return gift."

The guard responded, walked forward slowly with steady steps, holding an exquisite wooden box in his hand.

The moment the wooden box was opened, a faint medicinal fragrance filled the air.

Everyone held their breath and concentrated, only to see a thousand-year-old ginseng lying quietly in the box. It was crystal clear, with long beards and lush leaves. Its color was like amber, and its luster was warm. It was obviously an extraordinary product.

Everyone in the Lin Mansion, as well as the onlookers, was in an uproar, with exclamations of surprise rising one after another.

"Oh my god, is that the legendary thousand-year-old ginseng? It is said that this ginseng only exists in heaven and is rarely seen by mortals!"

"Yes, this ginseng can probably cure all diseases and bring the dead back to life, right?"

"The prince is truly generous. The Lin family has truly earned enough face this time."

Lin Wanru's face turned ugly in an instant. She never expected that Lu Shengyuan's return gift would be so precious.

The sarcastic words she had just said were like a slap in the face.

Mrs. Lin was also shocked. Her eyes were full of gratitude and respect when she looked at Lu Shengyuan.

"Prince, this...this gift is too great. My Lin family feels unworthy to accept it."

Lu Shengyuan shook his head slightly.

"Mother-in-law, you are too kind. When Wanqing marries me, she will belong to the Prince's Mansion. This ginseng is just a token of my appreciation for the Lin family."

Lin Wanqing felt a warm feeling in her heart as she listened to his words.

She looked up at him, her eyes filled with emotion and love.

She knew that she had made the right choice to marry him.

The onlookers listened to Lu Shengyuan's words and nodded in praise.

"The prince is so lucky to have married such a virtuous wife."

"Yes, the Princess is not only beautiful, but also kind-hearted. They are truly a match made in heaven."

Amidst the praises of the crowd, Lin Wanqing and Lu Shengyuan walked hand in hand into the Lin Mansion.

Their figures interweave into a beautiful picture in the sunlight, as if even the heaven and earth are moved by it.

Lin Wanru stood aside, her face looking terribly gloomy.

She never thought that she would become someone else's foil today.

She secretly hated him, but she could do nothing about it.

Mrs. Lin saw the interaction between the two and felt even more satisfied with Lu Shengyuan.

She took Lin Wanqing's hand and asked softly, "Wanqing, is the prince treating you well?"

When Lin Wanqing heard this, her face flushed and she lowered her head shyly.

"Mom, he treats me very well."

Mrs. Lin understood what was going on and stopped asking questions.

She turned to look at Lu Shengyuan, her tone full of gratitude: "Prince, if there is anything wrong with me, I hope you will forgive me."

Lu Shengyuan shook his head slightly, his eyes falling gently on Lin Wanqing.

"Mother-in-law, you are too kind. Wanqing is my wife, and I will treat her well."

Mrs. Lin was very pleased to hear this.

She knew that Wanqing was stubborn and would not change his mind once he made up his mind. Now that she saw how deeply in love they were, the heavy stone in her heart finally fell to the ground.

During the meal, Lin Wanru tried to pick a fight with Lin Wanqing several times, but was calmly rebuked by Lu Shengyuan.

She was angry, but she couldn't vent her anger, so she could only sulk in secret.

"The things the prince prepared are quite good, but isn't it a bit stingy to only prepare one thing?"

Lin Wanru said with a displeased look on her face.

This one is the best!

Upon hearing this, Lu Shengyuan just smiled faintly and said nothing.

Lin Wanqing was about to speak for fear that the atmosphere would become awkward when the Lin residence's housekeeper hurried in with a look of joy on his face.

"Madam, a group of guards came to the door and delivered more than a dozen boxes of things. They said it was a return gift from the prince to our Lin Mansion."

Mrs. Lin was stunned when she heard this and subconsciously looked at Lu Shengyuan.

Lu Shengyuan nodded slightly, looking calm.

"It is a blessing for my Prince's Mansion that Wanqing married me. This small gift is not a token of respect, but I hope my mother-in-law will accept it with a smile."

Mrs. Lin was really shocked at this moment. She never expected that Lu Shengyuan would be so generous.

Lin Wanru was also stunned at this moment. She looked at the boxes of gifts being carried in from outside the door, her eyes full of envy and jealousy.

Lu Shengyuan smiled slightly, took out a brocade box from his sleeve, and gently placed it in front of Mrs. Lin.

The lid of the box was gently opened, and in an instant, the room seemed to be decorated with stars.

A night-shining pearl, round like the moon and with a restrained glow, lies quietly in it, emitting a soft and mysterious glow.

Mrs. Lin's eyes widened instantly, full of disbelief.

She trembled and said, "This... is this a night-shining pearl? How could the prince give such a rare thing so easily?"

Lu Shengyuan smiled gently and explained, "Mother-in-law, you are like a treasure to me. I hope you can accept this little gift."

Mrs. Lin looked at the night pearl, a warm feeling welling up in her heart, her eyes slightly moist, and she nodded repeatedly, her gratitude overflowing with words.

Everyone present was shocked by this sudden scene and cast envious glances at them.

Lin Wanqing's eyes were red.

Lu Shengyuan's eyes flickered, as if he had seen through the most subtle details of people's hearts.

He walked lightly to the side of Lin's father.

"Father-in-law, I know you have always been obsessed with knives, so I sent people to search for famous craftsmen all over the world and finally obtained this blade."

He slowly drew out a long knife from his sleeve.

Its color is cold, the cold light is restrained, and the blade is engraved with complex cloud patterns, faintly exuding an extraordinary aura.

Father Lin's attention was instantly attracted, and his eyes flashed with surprise and shock.

He took the long sword tremblingly and gently stroked every inch of the blade, as if he was talking to an old friend he had not seen for a long time.

The handle of the knife is inlaid with warm jade, which feels as smooth as jade, making it more noble and extraordinary.

"This sword is called 'Cloud Pattern Blade'. It is the masterpiece of the renowned craftsman Master Ou, and is a gift to my father-in-law."

Father Lin was so excited at this moment that he was speechless. He could only nod repeatedly, his eyes full of gratitude and approval.

The onlookers were once again shocked by Lu Shengyuan's generosity and started talking about it.

"Oh my god, the prince can even get Master Ou's works, it's amazing."

"Yes, it seems that the prince really attaches great importance to the Lin Mansion."