The daily life of a cold and aloof general raising his wife

A few days after arriving at the Marquis of Dongping's residence, some rumors began to circulate in the streets.

"Now people outside are saying that Miss Siyu had intimate relations with the third young master of the Huian Marquis's mansion before she was even married, which led to their marriage."

Feiyun reported angrily, not on behalf of Du Siyu, but on behalf of her master.

"What else did you say?"

Jiang Shuwan knew that Feiyun wouldn't be so angry if she had only said these things.

"People outside are saying the Gu family doesn't know how to raise their daughter..."

Since we're talking about the Gu family, we're also talking about the Gu clan. If Du Gu's daughter doesn't know how to raise her, then Jiang Gu's daughter isn't much better.

Although the protagonist of this rumor is Du Siyu, since the Du family and the Dongping Marquis's mansion are related by marriage, the reputation of the Dongping Marquis's daughter has also been affected.

On the contrary, He Zhizhang, who was also a protagonist, was not affected at all; at most, he was just called a womanizer.

Jiang Shuwan said softly, "Don't be angry. I'm already married anyway. The people most worried now are the Gu family and my mother." Then, thinking of something, she added, "Have someone investigate who spread this rumor. Remember not to alert them."

Fei Yun replied, "Yes."

Jiang Shuwan guessed correctly; when Madam Gu heard the rumors, she was so angry that she smashed several vases in the room.

"My third sister has always been more trouble than she's worth since she was little. Her wedding day is almost here and she's spreading such rumors. Her Siyu has no shame, but my Shurou can't afford to lose face like that!"

Du Mama quickly comforted her mistress, "Madam, please don't be angry. The most important thing right now is to find out the source of the rumors and stop them from spreading, otherwise the young ladies' reputations will definitely be damaged."

Madam Gu took a few deep breaths to calm herself down. Du Mama was right.

"Send someone to investigate immediately!"

Granny Du nodded, "Yes."

"Go to the Du residence and invite my third sister here," Madam Gu said, almost through gritted teeth.

Soon Aunt Hui came over looking anxious.

"Big sister, you..."

Aunt Hui planned to repeat her usual act of crying, but as soon as she got in front of Madam Gu, she noticed her extremely cold and dark face, and for a moment she forgot to pretend to cry.

Madam Gu said coldly, "Tell me the truth, how did you manage to get involved with the Marquis of Huian's family through marriage!"

"It's the same lady from the Marquis of Hui'an who took a liking to Siyu, as I mentioned before..."

Aunt Hui's voice grew softer and softer.

Madam Gu slammed her hand on the table and said angrily, "Even now you still won't tell the truth! Do you know what's being said outside? You've made me lose all face!"

"Big sister, I was wrong, I lied. It wasn't Lady Huian who saw Siyu, it was He Zhizhang who bullied my Siyu... Waaah..."

Aunt Hui burst into tears.

This time, the crying was much more sincere than before.

Gu was both angry and heartbroken.

"Why didn't you tell me sooner? He's just a young master from a noble family. He humiliated Siyu. How could you swallow this insult?"

“What can I do if I don’t swallow? I’m not like you, my eldest sister. You’re lucky to have married your husband and now you’re the wife of a marquis. I’m unlucky; my son-in-law is a good-for-nothing…”

"Alright, stop crying. I've already sent someone to investigate this matter."

Gu once again helped her younger sister clean up her mess.

Aunt Hui wiped away her tears, "Thank you, elder sister, you're still the best to me."

However, in just over half a day, Jiang Shuwan got the information she had been asked to find out.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Shuwan's lips curled into a cold smile.

He Zhizhang is still both despicable and vile.

"You have someone inadvertently leak this news to the Marquis's residence, along with what He Zhizhang did before."

"Yes."

With Jiang Shuwan stirring things up behind the scenes, Madam Gu quickly received the news. After cursing He Zhizhang, she made an appointment with Madam Huian the next day.

After the conversation, Lady Huian came out of the house with a dark expression.

Soon, the rumors were replaced by new ones, and the matter of Du Siyu and He Zhizhang was forgotten.

November has arrived in the blink of an eye. Jiang Shurou and Du Siyu are both getting married this month, with Du Siyu even getting married before Jiang Shurou.

Aunt Hui made a special trip to the General's Mansion to have Jiang Shuwan attend Du Siyu's wedding banquet.

Jiang Shuwan refused without even thinking, but Aunt Hui said that if she didn't go, she would come to the General's Mansion to bother her every day.

Thinking that Aunt Hui was really capable of doing such a thing, Jiang Shuwan finally agreed to attend and save face for Du Siyu.

Coincidentally, the Marquis of Huian's residence also sent a wedding invitation to the General's residence.

The cunning old fox, Marquis Hui'an, knew that Xie Huai'an was now a favorite of the Emperor. In order to pave the way for his nephew, he did not hesitate to put aside his pride and take the initiative to befriend the General's Mansion.

Du Siyu's wedding day

Jiang Shuwan didn't go to the Du residence, but went to the Huian Marquis's residence right on time. After she appeared, many people's eyes fell on her.

Jiang Shuwan's expression remained unchanged, completely unaffected.

Ye cursed inwardly but smiled and bowed to Jiang Shuwan. Then she asked Lin Ruoqing to entertain Jiang Shuwan.

Lin Ruoqing froze for a moment, but quickly recovered.

"May Princess Yongning be blessed."

Today's Lin Ruoqing is completely different from the Lin Ruoqing I met a little over a month ago.

Previously, Lin Ruoqing had become much thinner, her eyes were lifeless, and her face was pale. Today, however, her rosy complexion and carefully dressed appearance gave her a refreshing look.

Lin Ruoqing led the way for Jiang Shuwan. A gentle breeze blew by, and Jiang Shuwan smelled a fragrance.

This scent smells so familiar.

"I am busy with matters at home today and cannot stay with you for long, Your Highness. If you have any instructions, please just tell the servants."

Jiang Shuwan nodded, "I understand."

Lin Ruoqing bowed to her before leaving.

Jiang Shuwan sat there, and no one dared to approach her for a while.

Jiang Shuwan whispered, "Feiyue, can you smell a fragrance?"

"No, what's wrong, Madam?"

Many noble ladies have come today, and it's not inappropriate for them to have a strong smell of rouge when they're all together.

"It's nothing, I just smelled a familiar fragrance." Jiang Shuwan felt that she might have been too tense today.

The ladies nearby muttered softly upon seeing Jiang Shuwan, "Didn't the Huian Marquis's Mansion and the Dongping Marquis's Mansion break off relations?"

"Yes, what's Princess Yongning doing here?"

An insider said, "Oh dear, you've all forgotten, today's bride is Princess Yongning's cousin!"

"That's right, look at my brain, today's bride is indeed Princess Yongning's cousin. It seems that Princess Yongning is here today to support her cousin."

That makes sense now, and those who thought there would be new gossip are somewhat disappointed.

Soon the bride arrived, and everyone's attention turned to the newlyweds.

He Zhizhang was young but overweight, with a fat head and a big face. Before, with Xue Fei around, he didn't stand out, but now that Xue Fei had died tragically, his obesity was much more noticeable.

Du Siyu was also dressed up today; although she wouldn't be considered a stunning beauty, she looked very pretty.

After the ceremonies were completed, everyone left the bridal chamber. Jiang Shuwan, who had come to support Du Siyu, was naturally the last to leave.

Seeing Jiang Shuwan and Du Siyu, I felt a little touched.

"Thank you, cousin."