strictlysupreme Chapter 36: Not Sincere Enough
Chapter 36: Not Sincere Enough
Everyone in the mansion knew that Jiang Shuyu was learning medicine from Doctor Xu, but no one thought highly of her. They just thought that the third young lady was relying on the mansion's favor to do whatever she wanted. She only learned the basics and started to diagnose and prescribe medicine for people. Everyone in the mansion was tormented by her, but she was not satisfied and even set her sights on the bedridden wife of the Duke. The wife of the Duke was so weak that the more she tormented her, the worse it would get.
In the past, Yan Xiaojun would have really thought that Jiang Shuyu was reminding her to take medicine on time. Now that she knew Jiang Shuyu's good intentions, how could she not cooperate? "It doesn't matter. I'm dying anyway. If I can let Yu'er practice her medical skills, it would be a good thing!"
Nanny Li reacted immediately, and the master and servant immediately started to perform a double act. Seeing this, Yu Lan couldn't help but cover her lips and chuckle, and then bowed and left.
What happened in Jinxiu Garden naturally reached Yuan Peishan's ears. Knowing that Yan Xiaojun actually dared to take the medicine sent by Jiang Shuyu, the corners of her mouth could not help but rise, her expression full of mockery.
She had been having troubles these days, but now she finally had some good news that made her happy. If Yan Xiaojun died suddenly from taking the medicine sent by Jiang Shuyu, then there would be something interesting to watch.
Jiang Wanrong also looked at Yan Xiaojun with disdain: "It's true that those who are punished by heaven can survive, but those who are punished by themselves cannot! I thought she could hold on for a few more days, but I didn't expect her to rush to die. Mother should ask Imperial Physician Lu to increase the dosage and let her die early. That way, Jiang Shuyu will be the murderer, and she will be ruined. Let's see how she can still show off!"
"No!" Yuan Peishan changed her tone, her face full of seriousness. Imperial Physician Lu said that Yan Xiaojun had at most three months to live, although he also hoped that Yan Xiaojun would die soon.
Only in this way can she legitimately take over the Duke's Mansion, but she has already waited for so long, so she naturally cannot take this risk again.
Now that the family has begun preparing for Jiang Shuya's coming-of-age ceremony, she naturally has to take advantage of this time to carefully choose a marriage for her.
If Yan Xiaojun passed away, the old lady would definitely choose one for her personally. She naturally didn't want to see Jiang Shuya blocking Wanrong's way.
Now, the only thing left is to take advantage of Yan Xiaojun's life and choose a husband for Jiang Shuya. Even the old lady couldn't say much.
You have to know that as the legitimate daughter of Duke Dingguo, Jiang Shuya will have countless men proposing to marry her after she reaches the age of 15, so she will have to put in a lot of effort.
"Second Madam, this is a thank you gift from Madam Fang. She said that you are so grateful for your trouble. After the matter is completed, there will be a generous reward!"
Guixiang brought the person over, and the person placed the tray on the table and then stood aside.
Looking at the things on the table, Jiang Wanrong was very curious and hurried forward to open them. Yuan Peishan had given her a lot of jewelry on weekdays, but how could they compare with these in front of her?
Jiang Wanrong took out a red jadeite phoenix-shaped gold hairpin and looked at Yuan Peishan in shock, asking, "Mother, isn't the Fang family a poor family? How could they give such a valuable gift? They're really willing to spend!"
Yuan Peishan couldn't help but snort coldly, a trace of disdain flashing in her eyes: "Although the Fang family is not doing well now, their ancestors were once a prosperous and famous family. Naturally, they have some decent assets. But relying on these things, they want to marry a girl from the Jiang family. It's not sincere enough!"
The person sent by the Fang family was taken aback. The lady had thought that she could win the heart of Second Madam Jiang by showing off the family heirloom, but she had not expected Second Madam Jiang to ask for such a high price. Thinking of her wife's instructions, she quickly said, "Second Madam, don't worry. My wife said that if Second Madam Jiang can propose this marriage, she will be willing to give a huge sum of money after the matter is concluded."
Yuan Peishan nodded in satisfaction and said calmly, "Your wife is still as kind and honest as before. Given our friendship, there's no need to be so formal. Now, just let her wait for my good news!"
"Ah! My wife always says that Madam Jiang Er is straightforward. Now that I have witnessed it with my own eyes, I am convinced! Madam is very busy, so I will not disturb you in your work. I will take my leave now!"
Seeing the servants of the Fang family leave, Yuan Peishan couldn't help but feel a little angry. Now the power to be the head of the Duke's Mansion had long been taken away by the old lady. She thought that it would be returned to her after Jiang Shuya's coming-of-age ceremony, but she didn't expect that she would let Ruan take over. Ruan was just the daughter of a merchant, so how could she be worthy of her!
The old lady is so partial. If I didn't have my own tricks, I'm afraid they would have no place in the Duke's Mansion long ago.
Jiang Wanrong frowned until the servant left, then she looked at Yuan Peishan and asked her doubts.
"Mother wants to marry into the Fang family?"
Yuan Peishan put away the resentment in her eyes and pulled Jiang Wanrong to sit down, her eyes full of joy. "That's right! Jiang Shuya is about to have her coming-of-age ceremony. The Fang family's young master is extremely knowledgeable and handsome. The two of them are a perfect match, aren't they made for each other?"
Jiang Wanrong had met Fang Yongyi several times and naturally knew his character. If Jiang Shuya married him, it would undoubtedly be like a flower stuck in cow dung, but this was exactly what she wanted.
"Mother is indeed very discerning. My aunt will surely die with regret for having such a good match with her son-in-law!" Jiang Wanrong said happily. In this way, Jiang Shuya would no longer block her way.
Knowing Jiang Wanrong's thoughts, Yuan Peishan caressed her hair lovingly, her eyes full of doting: "My Wanrong should be the most noble existence in the world. Anyone who stands in your way, your mother will eliminate it for you. You just need to wait calmly!"
Thinking of the figure that haunted her dreams, Jiang Wanrong shyly pulled Yuan Peishan's arm and whispered tenderly, "Mom is so good to me!"
Yuan Peishan nodded with satisfaction. Jiang Wanrong was her greatest hope. One day, she would let them see that even if she was valued and favored by others, her daughter could still stand at the highest point and overlook the world.
The lofty ambitions of Yuan Peishan and her daughter did not affect Jiang Shuyu. At this moment, she was looking at the two familiar figures in front of her with great excitement.
Ruan once said that she also happened to meet the two sisters by chance. One of them was calm and the other was lively. She felt sorry for them and brought them back to her house. As she was getting married and was worried that she would not have enough manpower, she sent them to her to serve.
She had always wanted to find the whereabouts of the two people, but had never known where to start. She didn't expect to see them again in this life. Although they were sent here by her second brother by mistake, it didn't make any difference in the end.
Jiang Shuyu suppressed her excitement and calmed herself down. Then she looked at Jiang Yanzhou and said in a trembling voice, "Will they obey my orders in the future? Where did you find them, second brother? You have a really good eye!"