The eldest daughter's scheming, the crown prince's exclusive favor to the venomous concubi

The surname Shangguan is already rare in modern times, and it is usually only found in large, established families. Therefore, in the entire city, only the Shangguan Hanque family has the compound surname Shangguan.

The Shangguan family's residence is also very distinctive. In an era where everything is being demolished and renovated, their house is still a retro-style courtyard house. Every building is decorated beautifully and magnificently, and even the gate tower at the main entrance is lifelike and has no sense of being old.

When Hua Xiangrong and Shangguan Hanque arrived, the guards at the door came up and opened the car door. Hua Xiangrong got out of the car and stood next to Shangguan Hanque, whispering, "I didn't realize you came from a warlord family!"

Shangguan Hanque smiled, took her hand and said, "Don't be so cold-hearted, do you really have nothing to say?"

Hua Xiangrong smiled and squeezed his hand, saying, "No, it's unexpected that I would end up in such a family. For me, this is like a den of wolves and tigers! But, am I fortunate enough to become a military wife?"

She glanced sideways at Shangguan Hanque, who raised an eyebrow, pulled her toward the gate, and said as they walked, "Perhaps!"

Hua Xiangrong was surprised and stared wide-eyed as Shangguan Hanque led her into the house. The moment she entered, she heard a woman's shrill voice.

"This is truly a rare guest. It's said that they've been married for over ten years, and the future mother-in-law has never even met her future daughter-in-law. If word gets out, it'll be a huge joke."

Hua Xiangrong looked over, and the woman who spoke gave her a disdainful look, haughtily turning her head away from her. She then said to a middle-aged woman beside her, "Mom, look at her, she doesn't know any manners at all. She just stands there like an idiot. She's been hiding for so many years, maybe she really is an idiot."

The woman was also clearly unhappy, but she wasn't as sharp-tongued as the other woman. She just kept a gloomy face, avoiding looking at her, and staring intently at Shangguan Hanque.

Shangguan Hanque pulled Hua Xiangrong to the other side of the sofa, bowed to the man sitting there, and said, "Dad."

Hua Xiangrong looked over and saw Shangguan Hanque's father, Shangguan Zhi, glance at them, nod, put down the book in his hand, and say, "You're back? This year it's much earlier than usual."

Shangguan Hanque nodded: "Yes, I came back early because I had some things to take care of."

Shangguan Zhi nodded and said, "I won't interfere in your affairs, but don't go too far, lest no one will clean up the mess for you in the future."

Shangguan Hanque said, "My affairs don't need to be settled."

Shangguan Zhi immediately snorted coldly: "Arrogant. Do you really think you're the Jade Emperor? There are many things in this world that you can't do just because you want to, especially the affairs of the Military and Political Department. Don't meddle."

Shangguan Hanque didn't speak. Hua Xiangrong blinked and smiled, "Dad, right? Let me introduce myself. My name is Rong Qingcheng. I'm sure you already know my information and resume, so I won't go into details. This is the first time I'm meeting you, so I don't have anything to offer. I just brought some ordinary things with me. I was thinking about what you might like, so we can go shopping together tomorrow and buy it."

After Hua Xiangrong finished speaking, the woman next to her said sarcastically, "If you don't want to send it, just say so. What do you mean by going out to buy it? Don't you know my dad doesn't like going out at all?"

Hua Xiangrong smiled slightly, turned to look at the woman and said, "This must be the eldest sister, right? Han Que always says that the eldest sister in the family is married but still lives at home, so I don't think there's anyone else here."

Shangguan Hanque's eldest sister, Shangguan Mingzhu, immediately glared at him and sneered, "Oh! So you're kicking your eldest sister out as soon as you get back? Look, your little brother has grown up and gotten married, so he doesn't want your daughter to come home anymore. This is outrageous! He has no manners at all. He's really presumptuous."

Hua Xiangrong smiled and said, "Family education varies from person to person. After all, my family education is all reflected in my parents' education. I also knew from a young age that a married daughter is like water spilled from a cup. Even if she is filial and comes back to visit often, she cannot take over someone else's house and think about other people's things all day long."

Shangguan Mingzhu was immediately enraged. She stood up, pointed at Hua Xiangrong's nose, and said, "What did you say?"

Hua Xiangrong said, "I didn't say anything. I just wanted Dad to think carefully about what he likes so we can go shopping tomorrow. I've already prepared my bank card with 100 million yuan. I don't know if that's enough for Dad to buy what he likes."

One hundred million?

Shangguan Mingzhu's eyes lit up immediately, and she said, "Isn't this money my brother's? Using my family's money to curry favor with my father, you really dare to do such a thing, where do you get the nerve?"

Hua Xiangrong tilted her head, took out her black card and waved it, saying, "Firstly, there is 100 million in this card of mine. To be precise, even if your brother is very capable, he wouldn't have the ability to get 100 million, right? So, even if I have his money, half of this 100 million is mine. Moreover, this is just one of my cards."

Secondly, I am Shangguan Hanque's wife, which means I am a member of the Shangguan family. Therefore, Shangguan Hanque's father is my father. So, the money in the Shangguan family belongs to Shangguan Hanque and is naturally mine. I should be a member of this family, and I should be generous to my own father. As for you, what are you talking about, flattering him? What are you comparing my father to?

Thirdly, it's true you're a daughter of the Shangguan family, but you're married now, and your husband's family doesn't bear the Shangguan surname. Eldest sister, let me advise you: if it's alright, you can stay at your parents' home, but you can't be constantly eyeing what your brother has. Although I don't mind your brother and sister-in-law, sometimes I can get quite impatient."

After Hua Xiangrong finished speaking, she looked at Shangguan Zhi and said, "Dad, if this family doesn't welcome me, then I won't come back again. This card is my way of showing my respect to you. Please accept it, and we'll leave now."

Shangguan Zhi looked at Hua Xiangrong, but before he could speak, he suddenly heard Shangguan Hanque's mother, You Min, shout, "Let her go! How could my Shangguan family have such a shrewish daughter-in-law? Hanque, I don't recognize this daughter-in-law. Let her go!"

Shangguan Hanque said indifferently, "We have already registered our marriage and are a legal couple. If she leaves, I will follow her. There is no need for Mother to drive her away."

Yu Min was immediately heartbroken and pointed at Hua Xiangrong, saying, "You're talking to your mother like this because of a vixen like that? Do you still consider me your mother?"

Upon hearing this, Hua Xiangrong smiled and said, "Don't be angry. If he weren't your son, he probably wouldn't have stepped into this place. So, please be careful, after all, you only have one son."

You Min immediately retorted angrily, "Shut up! It's none of your business to interfere in our family affairs."

Shangguan Hanque frowned once again and emphasized, "Mom, she is my legal wife."

You Min roared, "I said I wouldn't accept it, but I just can't bear it. If you're married, then get a divorce. I've already found you a husband. My Shangguan family will not want a woman who disrespects her elders and whose background is unknown."

Hua Xiangrong immediately smiled smugly and said, "Isn't Dad in charge of the Shangguan family?"

Yu Min clutched her chest in anger, and Shangguan Zhi finally spoke: "Alright, it's not easy for the family to get together, what's all this fuss about?"

You Min looked at Shangguan Zhi unwillingly and said, "But..."

Shangguan Zhi slammed his fist on the table impatiently and said, "But what? You're already married, and you've brought him back. Are you still planning to force him to leave and hide your grandson for another ten years?"

You Min paused, staring blankly at Hua Xiangrong. Hua Xiangrong was also a little confused, not knowing what the old man meant. She blinked and looked over in confusion, then heard Shangguan Zhi continue, "You've had your marriage certificate for so many years, and he's grown up. He'll probably have a child soon. If you keep making a fuss, he'll leave this time and never come back. Let's see how you cry then."

As he spoke, he looked at Hua Xiangrong and beckoned her, saying, "Sit down. You're home now, what kind of behavior is this, standing like that?"

Does this mean they've accepted her? But what's with having a baby?

After sitting down with Shangguan Hanque, Hua Xiangrong wrote words in Shangguan Hanque's hand and asked a question.

Shangguan Hanque just smiled and remained silent, which made Hua Xiangrong grit her teeth and think, "I'll see how I deal with you when we get home."

Shangguan Zhi seemed to be not good with words. After letting Hua Xiangrong sit down, he picked up a book and started reading again. Shangguan Hanque was also on his phone, chatting with others from time to time. Hua Xiangrong leaned against him listlessly, watching him chat with those people. After a while, a smile appeared in her eyes.

In a group called Ghost Nest, Shangguan Hanque said: I brought my wife home today. She is super domineering, and I saw stars in my eyes.

The group chat immediately erupted in chaos.

Male Fandom Belongs to Me: You didn't get beaten up so badly you're seeing stars, did you?

A coward: No way! Shangguan has been looking for a wife for so many years, I can't make him kneel on a washboard as soon as he comes back. But Shangguan, did you really bring your wife back? What was the old man's attitude? He won't cripple you, will he?

Black Death: How could the infamous Ghost Blade Shangguan be frightened by his wife? I'm also curious about the old man's attitude.

Shangguan Hanque's lips curled up as he continued, "The old man was intimidated by my wife. Although he didn't say anything, I saw the corners of his lips turn upwards."

Shangguan Hanque kept chatting away, and Hua Xiangrong watched with great interest. You Min and Shangguan Mingzhu, who had been silenced by Shangguan Zhi's shouting, were so angry that their eyes almost popped out, but it was still to no avail. Since the old man opposite them remained silent, who dared to say anything?

Before long, the butler came over and said that dinner was ready. Shangguan Zhi put down his book, patted his bottom, and went to the dining room. Shangguan Hanque pulled Hua Xiangrong along and followed closely behind, while Shangguan Mingzhu supported You Min and followed behind in a huff.

Everyone had their own thoughts while eating the meal, but it was still quite comfortable. Hua Xiangrong plopped down next to Shangguan Zhi and started chatting with him. Shangguan Zhi answered all her questions, and the two of them ended up having a lively conversation over just a dish.

As Hua Xiangrong sat on the other side, Shangguan Hanque shook his head helplessly, his eyes full of doting affection. He watched his wife coaxing her father-in-law into a smile while he focused on serving his wife the dishes.