Quick Wear: The Development of a Pure Cannon Fodder

This time, he was able to be invited to attend this kind of party in the Fourth Prince's mansion only because he had please the eunuchs around the Fourth Prince. Otherwise, the arrogant Fourth Prince would not have taken him seriously at all.

The purpose of the Dong family's side branch inviting Dong Zhe to this banquet was to find a good marriage for Dong Zhe, the most handsome boy in the family, who could help the side branch move to a higher level. Although they relied on Concubine Dong and the Dong family's direct line, this background was already very good in the capital, but they had to offer a lot of gold, silver and jewelry every year, which was almost half of their profit. Although their finances were not stretched, their inner life was also very frugal.

In order to help Dong Zhe find a noble relative, the Dong family's side branch spent a lot of money. They focused on training Dong Zhe since he came to the capital, so he has such a temperament. Even his clothes are bright and beautiful. It is impossible to tell that he is actually the son of the seventh rank, the most lowly among the powerful people in the capital.

Seeing that the other person's eyes were always on her, Yu Zixi's face flushed. She covered her face with the fan in her hand and shrank back.

Seeing how innocent she was, Dong Zhe's pride was almost written on his face. He coughed lightly and cupped his hands again, "It's Dong who was rude and scared the girl."

Last name Dong?

Yu Zixi's eyes lit up. Wasn't the Fourth Prince's maternal grandfather's surname Dong? He was a second-rank official! And behind him was Concubine Dong, so the person in front of him must be a royal relative!

Yu Zixi, who already had a good impression of Dong Zhe, now has an even greater fondness for him.

Her voice softened, "Nothing, I saw you looking for something around here, but you got lost?"

Dong Zhe smiled and started the conversation, looking innocent and naive. "Yes, the prince's palace is too big. I feel dizzy every time I come back. It really makes the young lady laugh."

"Why don't I take you back? I'm going back too." Yu Zixi said.

"Okay! Thank you for your help, girl."

"No trouble."

Although the journey was short, because both of them had deliberately slowed their pace, Dong Zhe, through the conversation during this period, learned that Yu Zixi was actually the daughter of the Right Prime Minister. Even if she was a concubine, the Right Prime Minister was the head of all officials and one of the emperor's most trusted right-hand men. Therefore, the status of this concubine's daughter was just like that of the legitimate daughters of other aristocratic families! So, what did it matter if Yu Zixi was a concubine?

If he could trick this stupid woman into his hands, not only their branch family but also his own future career would be able to soar!

As for the warnings from the direct descendants of the Dong family against the side branches, warning them not to use the Dong family's name to stir up trouble and provoke high-ranking officials and noble ladies, Dong Zhe had long forgotten them.

In his opinion, relying on the Dong family's direct lineage and Concubine Dong for support was not as beneficial as the Right Prime Minister's Mansion. Then, according to the principle that water flows to low places and people go up, why should they, the side branches, continue to provide benefits to the Dong family's direct lineage and Concubine Dong? Just for the small official positions they gave them?

As for what would happen if Yu Zixi knew in the future that he was not a direct descendant of the Dong family, but a child of a small side branch, Dong Zhe had already thought about it. That was to do as he had discussed with his family and make it a fait accompli with the other party. As long as Yu Zixi's original body was given to him, the Right Prime Minister's Mansion would have to grit its teeth and recognize the marriage even if it was unwilling.

The reason Dong Zhe dared to plot against the Right Prime Minister's Mansion was because he had heard that the Right Prime Minister treated his children very well, treating and doting on them equally, regardless of whether they were legitimate or illegitimate. This fatherly love alone was enough to make Dong Zhe give it a try. Even if he failed, it didn't matter. It would be a disguised link with the Right Prime Minister's Mansion, right? Of course, in Dong Zhe's mind, this thing was absolutely possible and there was no way it would fail.

When they were about to say goodbye at the corner, Dong Zhe acted as if he had fallen in love with Yu Zixi at first sight and said goodbye to her. He did not deliberately make an appointment because during the chat just now, Dong Zhe hinted to Yu Zixi that he would go to a clothing store in a few days to buy clothes. The store had men's and women's clothing. If Yu Zixi was also interested in him, she would definitely come there to meet him again.

Moreover, Dong Zhe glanced at the naked affection in Yu Zixi's eyes with a subtle look, and his confidence became even greater.

It was indeed as Dong Zhe had expected. Yu Zixi kept missing Dong Zhe when she returned home. She could not see through the calculation and greed in the man's eyes. She only saw his appearance, family background, and superficial affection. While she was proud of her own charm, she was also looking forward to meeting him next time.

Of course, she also told this good news to her aunt, Aunt Wei. When Aunt Wei heard Yu Zixi say that she and the young master of the Dong family had fallen in love, she was a little hesitant at first. "That's the Fourth Prince's maternal grandfather's family. If you marry there, will it be considered that the Right Prime Minister's Mansion is on the Fourth Prince's side? Your father probably won't agree."

Yu Zixi frowned and retorted, "I'm not marrying the Fourth Prince himself, I'm just marrying a son of the Dong family. It's just a marriage between aristocratic families. Why doesn't father agree? Besides, I'm just a concubine's daughter, so the impact shouldn't be that big. If Yu Ziyin, a legitimate daughter, married him, she would really be on the Fourth Prince's side."

Aunt Wei thought about it and agreed. Her eyes sparkled, and she grabbed Yu Zixi's hand and said excitedly, "The Dong family owns a second-rank official. If you marry into the family, you might become a royal consort and receive imperial decrees! As for me, I can live with you in the backyard with my head held high! Oh, how could I have given birth to such a great daughter! She's even more useful than a son!"

Yu Zixi was flattered and felt proud. "It's not even a matter of time yet. I have to seize the opportunity to meet him next time."

Aunt Wei patted the back of her hand and said, "Don't worry, I'll take care of this matter. I'll talk to the mistress and ask her to go to the clothing store in a few days to pick out some clothes. She never cares about such trivial matters and will definitely agree."

"it is good!"

The mother and daughter were happily fantasizing about the future here, but the atmosphere on Yu Li and Chen Jingchi's side was a bit weird. It turned out that after Chen Jingchi and Yu Li entered the Right Prime Minister's Mansion, they were drinking tea and chatting in the hall. During this time, the servant of the Right Prime Minister came to the hall and said that he had found a beautiful calligraphy and painting, and asked Yu Li to go and see it.

If you ask what the Right Prime Minister's hobby is, then everyone in the capital must know it, which is famous calligraphy and paintings. The reason why everyone in the capital knows it is because the Right Prime Minister once killed several famous corrupt officials in the previous court for His Majesty. His Majesty asked him what reward he wanted. The Right Prime Minister, who had worked hard for many years, was assassinated many times and almost died several times, only asked for a few calligraphy and paintings in His Majesty's treasury. The court said that no matter what it was, it could not compare to these famous calligraphy and paintings. Gold could only be regarded as garbage in front of his favorite calligraphy and paintings, and was thrown aside.

After seeing the amount of gold and silver embezzled by the corrupt officials and the account books presented by the Right Prime Minister, the emperor completely dispelled his doubts about the Right Prime Minister, and praised the Right Prime Minister for his true character. He also let people in the capital know about the Right Prime Minister's hobbies. From then on, whenever the Right Prime Minister held a banquet in his mansion, everyone would send famous paintings and calligraphy to the door.