Golden Branch

"Grandma!"

She endured it again and again, even though she knew that speaking would make her mother unhappy, Dugu Wei still couldn't help it.

Just as Li Yan thought, Lady Lu was the wife of the Dugu family.

Her every word and action affects the entire Dugu family.

Li Yan can play dumb and hide behind others to be cannon fodder. Besides her scheming, it is also because she is an "outsider".

Her surname is not Dugu, so if something happens to the Dugu family, it has nothing to do with her.

Dugu Wei is different. She is closely connected with the Dugu family. She cannot continue to sit idly by and watch her eldest mother offend others.

"A carriage may be comfortable, but it is not as good as a house."

She supported Madam Lu's other arm, forced a smile, and said softly, "The princess respects you, her elder, and would rather ride in the carriage herself than leave the courtyard to us. She is truly a royal lady valued by the saints. She is truly noble and kind!"

This is a good character of theirs, and has nothing to do with whether their carriage is comfortable or the conditions of their guest rooms are good or bad!

Even if you are not grateful, you should keep your feelings to yourself instead of showing it openly.

The Dugu family is really not as glorious as it used to be.

Even if she is a fake princess, they can't afford to offend her!

"Grandma, a few days ago, my father wrote a letter saying that the Imperial Concubine was pregnant. The Emperor was very pleased. In order to pray for the Imperial Concubine and the unborn prince, he even issued an imperial decree to reward the Children's Welfare Bureau in the capital..."

Dugu Wei deliberately mentioned her father Dugu Xiong and the saint's favorite concubine Jiang.

Dugu Xiong was the Duke of Weiguo and the General of the Jinwu Guard, but because of the mutiny, he was dismissed from his post and had to stay at home unemployed.

Dugu Xiong was unwilling to give up, and for several months he tried every possible way to seek an opportunity to lead troops into battle.

He wrote a letter to Mrs. Lu who was far away in his hometown, hoping that his mother, the saint's aunt, would help him play the emotional card with the saint.

Dugu Xiong probably also understood his mother's "pride" (that is, stupidity), and told Mrs. Lu Guo about the situation of the Dugu family, his own plans, etc. in detail.

Mrs. Lu came to Beijing early because she "understood" Dugu Xiong's letter.

She wants to return to the capital, she wants to meet the saint and the queen, and she wants to plan the future for her son and grandson!

Dugu Xiong also mentioned Concubine Jiang in the letter.

Concubine Jiang was already favored, but in the past, she had no children, so the so-called favor seemed a little illusory.

But now it’s different, she is pregnant.

No matter whether it is a princess or a prince, as long as they are born, they are the bloodline of the saint.

He is also the first child born after the saint ascended the throne.

Being born to a favorite concubine is of great significance. This child is destined to be favored by the saint.

Concubine Jiang's status became increasingly unshakable.

Dugu Xiong repeatedly emphasized the importance of Concubine Jiang in the letter, just to remind his mother: Mom, don’t be confused!

Don't do anything to Concubine Jiang, that vixen, just for Queen Li!

Their Dugu family has already become estranged from the Feng'en Mansion, and they must not offend another favored concubine!

Yes!

Dugu Xiong was the grandson of Duke Feng'en and the cousin of Empress Li.

But because of the former emperor, Dugu had a falling out with Yang Chong and the Feng'en Mansion.

Now, the saint sits firmly in the palace, the former emperor is "respectfully escorted" to the Daming Palace, and the Dugu family has lost power.

Dugu Xiong still wants to revive his family, and his only hope is the relationship between his mother and the saint and the queen.

But his mother is too self-righteous and willful (or too stupid), Dugu Xiong is worried that his mother only cares about her own preferences and ideas and offends people she shouldn't offend.

Their Dugu family really can't withstand any more storms!

Dugu Xiong didn't want to be a helper, but become a "death warrant".

As one of Lady Lu's most beloved granddaughters and the eldest daughter of Dugu Xiong, Dugu Wei was naturally aware of the "secret letter" that Dugu Xiong wrote to Lady Lu.

Dugu Wei knew more about the situation in the capital, as well as her father's concerns and plans.

Dugu Wei mentioned this letter at this time just to remind Mrs. Lu: Grandma, don’t seek death!

If you really want to commit suicide, please think about your son and the entire Dugu family before you do it!

Mrs. Lu was stunned.

She is not really stupid, otherwise, she would not have succeeded in winning over Lou Jin back then.

She was just used to being superior and forgot her status as a lady of noble birth.

Dugu Xiong's letter and Dugu Wei's reminder made her react instantly -

Yes!

Her eldest and second sisters, who loved her and treated her like their own daughters, are no longer with us.

The husband who loved and respected her passed away.

Even the emperor's brother-in-law became the "Emperor"...

Things are different now. She, the dignified Lady of State Lu, has fallen to the point where she has to live under the whims of a seductress who uses her beauty to please men!

Oh, more than that!

She also has to "respect" a fake princess!

Mrs. Lu's face darkened, and a gloomy aura emanated from her whole body.

"...Avi is right, the princess is indeed noble!"

"As an old woman, I cannot help but know the difference between high and low and take advantage of my age to bully others."

Mrs. Lu gritted her teeth and said these words.

Even though she was extremely unwilling, she suppressed her emotions.

Logically, she should have gone to Princess Langya's carriage, thanked the princess for her "courtesy", and then given up the post station.

but--

Even though Mrs. Lu was reminded by her granddaughter and finally reacted, she still couldn't get over the hurdle in her heart.

She is Mrs. Lu!

Her elder sister is the Queen Mother and the Empress!

Her nephew is a saint and her niece is a queen!

She really couldn't bow down and fawn over a Westerner who had no royal blood at all.

When Dugu Wei heard what her grandmother said, she knew that the old lady had gotten over her stubbornness.

She was still waiting for her grandmother's further action.

Then, there is no more!

Dugu Wei frowned, but she knew her grandmother and knew that this was probably her limit.

Ugh!

Well, let me go!

Who made her a junior, a member of the Dugu family?!

Just when Dugu Wei secretly decided to clean up the mess made by her willful mother herself, Li Yan, who liked to hide behind others, took the initiative to take on the task for the first time.

She raised her head, her calm face showing obvious concern: "Grandma, you've been rushing all the way and got caught in the rain. You should go to the guest room and rest."

"If I were to catch a cold while going to thank the princess, the princess would certainly not want that."

"Princess Langya is the most respectful of the elderly and the weak. She will definitely not be bothered by trivial etiquette."

"Grandma, you should take care of your body, not only for yourself, but also to prevent others from misunderstanding the princess!"

Li Yan is very good at speaking and is also an expert at "moral kidnapping".

In just a few words, he gave Mrs. Lu a big way out and also gave Princess Langya a high hat.

If Princess Langya still wants to be known as a benevolent person who "respects the elderly and cherishes the weak", she should not bother with Lady Lu.

“…Ayan is absolutely right!”

Mrs. Lu's expression softened, and there was a faint smile on her face.

Correct!

That’s the truth!

I'm old, and it's easy for me to get sick if I travel fast and get caught in the rain.

No matter how noble Wang Jiu is as a princess, she must still be considerate of the elderly and frail ministers.

As expected of Mrs. Lu's granddaughter, she is not only filial but also smart.

Dugu Wei had witnessed Li Yan coaxing her grandmother around for the umpteenth time. She knew that Li Yan's volunteering was not the filial piety that her grandmother thought, but Li Yan was doing it for a certain young man.

Dugu Wei's gaze lightly swept across the tall figure standing next to the carriage, and a hint of sarcasm flashed across her eyes.

Li Yan is really interested and will not miss any opportunity to contact Lou Yu!

Unfortunately, someone is destined to be wishful thinking!

Lou Yu's attentive service to Wang Heng must have been more than just a simple duty as a subject.

He was indeed a minister, but he was also a powerful minister who enjoyed the emperor's favor and a title.

For someone like Lou Yu, even a real princess wouldn't need to flatter her too much, let alone a fake princess.

At this moment, those in high positions bowed their heads, either because of power or because of emotion.

Lou Yu loved Wang Heng, so he was willing to submit to her.

As for Wang Heng, Dugu Wei had secretly glanced at her a few times on the road before.

As expected of her being the daughter of Concubine Jiang, the most favored concubine in the harem, she had a stunning appearance, a graceful figure, and a noble temperament. Even a little girl like Dugu Wei couldn't help but like her when she saw her, let alone a man?

Where is Li Yan?

It's not that Dugu Wei, as her old enemy, deliberately slandered her, her appearance really couldn't compare to Wang Heng's.

One has a fairy-like appearance and beauty that does not seem like that of an ordinary person, while the other has an excellent temperament.

In terms of appearance, there is a difference of thousands of miles.

Li Yan has the reputation of being a talented woman, but Wang Heng is still Shen Du’s first female disciple.

Although no one has heard of Wang Heng having any outstanding talents in recent years, Dugu Wei feels that this does not necessarily mean that she is really talentless, but is most likely unwilling to show off.

Talented woman?

What Li Yan is desperately trying to get may not be of interest to Wang Heng.

The appearance is far inferior, and the talent may not have an advantage, so the only thing left is birth and family background.

Li Yan and Wang Heng are both girls from aristocratic families. Li Yan is an orphan, and although Wang Heng has a father, he is a burden.

At this point, the two are tied.

Li Yan lost her mother, but she had a great-grandmother in Madam Lu.

Wang Heng was unable to influence the preparations of the Emperor and Empress, but she had a favorite concubine, A-mu, and princes and princesses from the same mother as her siblings.

Wang Heng was even given the title of princess.

Wang Heng won again.

Three games, won two and a half.

In front of Wang Heng, Li Yan really has no advantages that surpass her!

Why did she compete with Wang Heng and win Lou Yu's heart?

Dugu Wei thought silently and was not optimistic about Li Yan at all.

Li Yan didn't know what Dugu Wei was thinking, and even if she knew, she wouldn't care.

She just wants to seize every opportunity to change her own destiny!

"Ayan, just as you said, you will go to thank the princess on my behalf!"

Mrs. Lu said to Li Yan with a smile. From her expression, it was clear that she was extremely satisfied with this thoughtful granddaughter.

Li Yan was also happy. She finally had a legitimate excuse to get close to Lou, oh no, to Princess Langya!

……

On the other hand, Wang Heng, who was cared for by her three generations of grandparents and grandchildren, also received good news.

Tsk, what a pleasant surprise...

PS: The supplementary part will be updated later! A certain Sa is doing what he said, arms akimbo ing!