Rebirth of a Concubine's Daughter

On New Year's Eve, in the Shen family's dining room, the old lady sat at the top seat, surrounded by her children and grandchildren, all of whom vied with each other to say auspicious words to her, making her very happy. She handed the red envelopes that had been sealed early to each of her grandchildren, and the whole dining room was filled with joy.

Only Aunt Lan and Aunt Su stood by and watched. They were concubines and could not sit at the table. Although Shen Nanyue did not like it, this was also the rule left by the ancestors.

Before the hour of Xu at night, the old lady returned to the courtyard. As she was old, she went to bed earlier.

After the old lady left, Shen Zongyuan looked at his two concubines with flickering eyes. Shen Rongying beside him saw through her father's thoughts at a glance, so she put down her chopsticks, took Shen Zongyuan's arm, and said in a delicate voice.

"Father, it's already so late. The concubines have been waiting for a long time and haven't eaten yet. Why not let them have their meal?"

"Well, it's hard work, but there's no need to go down. We're all family, so just sit down."

Seeing this, Aunt Lan was about to bow, but Mrs. Lu spoke first.

"My sisters have indeed worked hard. They should sit down and eat together. After all, they are all bearing children for our Shen family. But with the servants in this mansion watching, it is inevitable that someone will accidentally spread the news. Then our Shen family will be criticized. Even if the two sisters go out, they will be looked down upon. I really feel sad to let them suffer this kind of hardship."

Everything else is fine, but Shen Zongyuan was indeed afraid that the news would get out. However, his words had already been spoken, and if he really took them back, wouldn't it seem that he was being controlled by the Lu family?

"Anyone who dares to gossip will be sold out tomorrow."

"Master, there are so many servants here, how can we stop the gossips? However, Master Shen has the final say. Since Master Shen wants you to come together, then please sit down."

When Mrs. Lu was talking to Shen Zongyuan, her face was tender and gentle, but when she turned her head to look at the concubines, she had a harsh look on her face, and her eyes seemed to want to eat someone.

Having said that, Aunt Lan and Aunt Su are not stupid.

"Master, I am humble, how can I sit with you and your wife? I and Sister Su will go downstairs to eat. If you really care about us, please come and see us more often. I have prepared some cakes for you in the courtyard, and I promise you will like them."

Aunt Lan's tone could change eighteen times in a single word. As the housekeeper, she did not take Mrs. Lu seriously, so she started to drag Shen Zongyuan to her courtyard in front of him. Aunt Su, on the other hand, received Shen Nanyan's gaze and stood aside without saying a word.

It was Aunt Lan's gentle tone and charming voice that could make Mrs. Lu lose her mind. However, after all, she had been punished for several months, which made her temperament calmer.

"No wonder the master likes Concubine Lan the most. Today I finally saw her skills. After all, she is a concubine, so she should be more careful when serving men. Young ladies from wealthy families like us are served by others all day long and cannot do such menial things."

"Listen to what you're saying, aren't you mean? Is this the noble girl you were raised to be? Xin'er is taking care of me to help you share the burden, isn't it? Not only do you not thank her, but you also speak harshly to her."

Whenever he met Aunt Lan, Shen Zongyuan couldn't help but want to be a hero and save the beauty.

"Am I wrong? Which concubine would dare to drag the master to her courtyard in front of the mistress? I worked hard to plan for your Shen family, but in the end you protected a concubine. Do you know what people outside say about me?"

"You are a virtuous woman, the first mistress in the capital to treat her concubines well. Yet, the concubine's sons are seen wandering around in brothels, and the concubine's daughters are seen snatching the marriage of the legitimate daughter. Isn't this all because of your love? Okay, today is New Year's Eve, and I really don't want to talk to you about these dirty things."

Ever since Mrs. Lu had her face covered with the nanny's diaper, Shen Zongyuan never went to Mrs. Lu's yard. Whenever he looked at Mrs. Lu's face, he felt disgusted.

He immediately stood up and was about to leave with Aunt Lan. When he passed Aunt Su, his steps suddenly stopped.

He must be struggling with who to accompany, worried that if he left with Aunt Lan, Aunt Su would feel lost. After all, during this period of time, the relationship between Shen Zongyuan and Aunt Su has been heating up.

"Dad, today is New Year's Eve. There are constant sounds of firecrackers outside. I'm scared. Can you let Aunt Su accompany me? I also want to spend more time with Aunt Su."

When Shen Zongyuan heard Shen Nanyan mention Shen Yunzhi, he nodded instantly.

After the New Year, Shen Yunzhi will go to war, and it is not certain whether we will be able to meet again in the future. Right now, the mother and son must have a lot to talk about.

"Go ahead. Stay at Aunt Su's courtyard tonight, and go to pay New Year's greetings to the old lady tomorrow."

"Yes, thank you, Dad."

"Master, tonight I have to serve in the mistress's courtyard."

Mrs. Lu spoke angrily. In previous years, on this night, Mrs. Lu would call the two concubines to her courtyard and let them serve her in the room. If they did something wrong, she would beat or scold them. Even if there was nothing wrong, she would make them kneel until midnight before letting them go.

This year, this rule may not apply. Aunt Lan has to accompany Shen Zongyuan, and Aunt Su is allowed to accompany the children. The anger in Lu's heart is getting more and more intense, but she has nowhere to vent.

"Are all those maids and servants in your courtyard dead? Aren't they enough to serve you? Do you have a broken arm or a broken leg? Why do you insist on having these two serve you? On New Year's Eve, just be quiet and don't cause trouble."

After saying that, he took Aunt Lan's hand and left. Aunt Lan turned around and gave Mrs. Lu a smug smile, which made Mrs. Lu so angry that she overturned the table.

But what does it matter? Everyone stood up immediately. Shen Nanyue took Aunt Su's hand and walked out the door without even saying hello.

The mother and her two children did return to Aunt Su's courtyard, and had tea and fruit brought in. They then sent everyone out, leaving only Aunt Su's personal maid Yulan, Caifu, and Nanny Yuan in the room.

After a cup of tea, the three of them successfully got out of the yard with the help of Wei Ze. There was already a carriage waiting outside the side door. The three of them did not delay and got on the carriage and rushed towards Baiweizhai.

In Baiweizhai, the Su family waited for a long time. The table full of delicious dishes was already served, and they were just waiting for Aunt Su and the others to arrive.

Seeing her relatives, Aunt Su finally felt that it was a real New Year. Compared with the tense situation in the Shen family, this restaurant was more like a home.

As they clinked glasses, the smile on Aunt Su's face became more and more shy. Shen Nanyan also asked her aunt for some wine and had a few drinks. After just a few drinks, her face turned red and her head felt dizzy, but she was happy in her heart. This should be the happiest New Year's Eve she had ever had in her past and present life.

Everyone in the room was enjoying themselves. Shen Nanyue took advantage of the time when everyone was chatting and laughing to quietly slip out and stand in the cold wind to sober up. For some reason, although she was clearly dizzy, her mind became increasingly clear.

"Miss Shen."

Shen Nanyan, who was holding the doorpost, looked up and saw a carriage parked on the side of the road. Yu Qingcang's distorted face poked out of the carriage.