After my soul traveled to ancient times, I don't want to be cannon fodder

Gossip is human instinct!

Especially since you are at the center of gossip.

When Zhong Ning heard the plots of the novels suddenly appear in front of him, he felt excited.

She sympathized with the fact that Lady Chengyang was pregnant but was being schemed against by her husband's family, and now she might have to take in a new wife for her husband who was known for attracting romantic interests.

She also wanted to see the follow-up of this matter, whether it would end as she expected and end today's birthday party.

If possible, she still wanted to help Lady Chengyang, after all, she was the one who had extended a helping hand to her in the first place.

With her here, this family will not dare to look down on Xu Hanwei.

At this time, the old lady looked at Xu Hanwei, the wife of the Earl of Chengyang. Seeing that she had no expression and her eyes were indifferent, a trace of anger rose in her heart.

She wanted to suppress the matter first and deal with it later. It would be embarrassing for her to have such a big scandal happen in front of everyone.

What's more, Princess Zhaohua is still here.

The old lady was about to speak and invite Zhong Ning and the guests to the stage, but she saw Zhong Ning's eyes sparkling and said bluntly:

"Since Miss Li is free now, why don't you come to the main hall and discuss how to handle this matter?"

The old lady was choked by Zhong Ning's sudden voice, and her lips stammered, not knowing what to do, but she turned to look at her eldest daughter-in-law.

Only then did I suddenly understand that Princess Zhaohua wanted to make a decision for that female merchant.

She was worried that after she left, they would join hands and force this merchant girl to give up her position as the wife of the Marquis of Chengyang.

Thinking of this, the old lady felt heartbroken for a moment. Although she looked at Zhong Ning with a smile, her eyes contained a hint of resentment.

She instinctively turned her gaze to the ladies from various mansions who came to the front hall to attend the birthday banquet, hoping that they could help her say a word.

But who would have thought that the ladies' eyes were also shining, as if they were waiting to see how things would develop next.

The old lady felt bitter in her heart, but since Princess Zhaohua had spoken, even as the host, she did not dare to openly object. She could only close her eyes and said weakly, "Please ask Uncle and Miss Li to come over!"

A little girl hurried away.

There was a sudden silence on the field.

At this time, the old lady even blamed her eldest son. As an uncle, didn't he even know the most basic rules about sex?

It would be better if you could at least hand over a stick or call a maid instead of going into the water yourself!

As a result of this incident, I thought the 60th birthday party was a success, but suddenly a fly flew in at the end.

Even if she wanted to complain, she had nowhere to go.

Soon, Earl Chengyang was invited over.

Li Chengxiu acted shyly like a little girl and followed closely behind.

At this time, Li Chengxiu had already washed and dressed, put on new clothes, and came to the front hall with his mother.

I want to see the follow-up of this matter. How will the old lady deal with it?

Her mother had a gloomy face throughout the whole process. No one knew what she was thinking, but her expression was extremely ugly. Perhaps she was thinking about her daughter's plan, or perhaps she was worried about her daughter's future.

"My son pays his respects to his mother and to Her Royal Highness the Princess!" Earl Chengyang was neither humble nor arrogant, and acted like a gentleman.

"Li Chengxiu, the daughter of the Deputy Minister of Rites, pays her respects to the old lady and Her Royal Highness the Princess!" Li Chengxiu's voice was soft and gentle, and she looked like a little white flower, looking very easy to bully.

The old lady frowned slightly, but thought that this girl came from a noble family after all, so how could she have such a temper?

But since she was saved by her own son in public and her reputation was ruined, she had no choice but to enter the house. However, since Her Royal Highness the Princess was here and it was clear that she was backing Xu, she did not dare to deny her face.

Thinking of this, the old lady's expression softened a bit, and she turned to Xu Hanwei and asked softly, "Xu, things have come to this, what do you think?"

Uncle Chengyang also looked at his wife, with a hint of guilt in his eyes.

If he could marry the daughter of the Deputy Minister of Rites today, it would be a small help to him and the entire Chengyang Marquis' Mansion.

Xu Hanwei's face remained calm, her eyes unchanged as she said calmly, "If my husband likes you, please take her into your home! I have no objections!"

Cheng Yangbo was immediately delighted, "Madam, you are so broad-minded. This is truly a blessing for Qing!"

"No!" Li Chengxiu suddenly shouted. How could she be a concubine?

And still have to be inferior to that merchant girl.

Where would she put her face?

Madam Li, Li Chengxiu's mother, had completely gloomy face at this time. Her daughter had done such a shameful thing that she was bound to enter the Chengyang Marquis's Mansion. As a mother, she was completely helpless to deal with her.

But now that she heard that the Chengyang Marquis's Mansion wanted to take her daughter in as a concubine, she still couldn't accept this result.

"My daughter is the daughter of an official after all. How can she be a concubine?" Madam Li said coldly.

Li Chengxiu was immediately emboldened after hearing what his mother said, and he immediately said loudly:

"I, Li Chengxiu, hereby declare my resolve: I would rather marry a peddler and live a life of meager fortune than become a concubine in a noble family!"

As soon as these words fell, everyone looking at her couldn't help but be shocked.

Ever since Li Chengxiu mistakenly entered the lotus pond and was rescued by Chengyang Bo, everyone thought that Li Chengxiu did it on purpose so that she could marry Chengyang Bo.

But now it seems that this is not the case!

Could it be that they guessed wrong?

Chengyang Bo Zhanqing looked at Li Chengxiu with admiration. He had never seen such a unique woman before!

However, I rescued her from the lotus pond, and everyone saw it. What if she refused to come in?

Could it be that they really want to demote Mrs. Xu to a concubine?

If that's the case, then it can only be so. After all, Xu is just a merchant's daughter. How could she be the wife of the Earl of Chengyang?

The one who can be his legal wife should be a noble lady brought up in such a noble family!

Uncle Chengyang was a little moved and looked at Li Chengxiu lovingly.

Xu Hanwei felt a lump in her stomach, and felt a dull pain in her lower abdomen.

Faced with this situation, the other party just said "she is a merchant's daughter" and he was completely unable to resist!

Seeing that the hall was in silence, Lord Chengyang looked expectantly at Xu, hoping that she would personally propose and be willing to demote herself to a concubine.

But who would have thought that before Xu could say anything, Zhong Ning spoke first:

"Good! I really admire people as noble as Miss Li!"

"Your Majesty has been concerned lately about the disparity between the nobility and the common people, creating a chasm... Today, Miss Li was willing to lead by example and take the initiative to share the court's concerns. I am deeply moved!"

"Madam Li, what your daughter said today should be spread throughout the world. I believe that Madam Li will be able to pick a good man from among the peddlers and common people and choose him as her son-in-law!"

Upon hearing this, Li Chengxiu panicked, "Your Highness, your humble servant, your humble servant's intention is actually..."