Red Mansion Daiyu, the Rise of the Lin Family

Chapter 269: Fratricide So Soon

"Aren't we going to catch them all in one fell swoop?" Jia Zheng explained helplessly.

Madam Wang sneered, "What's the matter? You want to be a good person now?"

At this point, Mrs. Wang turned the Buddhist beads to her left hand, supported the chair with her right hand, leaned forward, and stared at Jia Zheng.

"The Lin family has committed such a heinous crime, so we must eradicate it completely."

"Look, when will you discuss with your mother and sever your relationship with Jia Min?"

"Otherwise, if we eradicate the roots, we may bring trouble to the Jia family." Mrs. Wang continued.

"Didn't my brother talk to you about this?"

"He has reported this to His Majesty, and His Majesty is very pleased."

"This is a great achievement. With this achievement, our daughters in the palace can live comfortably."

“You can also go to the next level.”

"When the emperor allowed the confiscation of the property, as long as the dowry list was there, Jia Min's original dowry could be taken back."

"Why are you still hesitating? Be soft-hearted!"

Jia Zheng sighed, "I just want the Lin family to be obedient, not to die!"

Mrs. Wang's face was faintly beating with joy, but she tried hard to suppress it.

His expression became increasingly indifferent.

Watching Jia Zheng struggling, sighing, and finally nodding,

Some people! If you don't put some pressure on them, you really can't reveal their hypocritical faces.

Why didn’t I see it earlier? Mrs. Wang’s lamentations were everywhere.

……

At this moment, Jin Chuan'er came in from outside the door and reported that Jia Lian came to pay his respects.

Mrs. Wang was startled for a moment, then she looked at Jia Zheng and smiled unconsciously.

I thought to myself, uncle and nephew, they are exactly the same.

He needs a famous and legitimate wife to keep his house safe, and he also needs sweet words and soft flowers to warm his bed.

Mrs. Wang laughed and said,

"Let him in!"

Jia Zheng's face became even gloomier.

……

Jia Lian brought a gust of cool breeze as he entered the room.

Seeing Jia Zheng and Lady Wang were there, he bowed first.

Then he looked up and said bitterly,

"Aunt, Sister Feng has been back to her parents' home to take care of the sick for a few days."

"I really can't live without her in my courtyard."

"I don't know if my aunt is doing well. I want to go and get her tomorrow. Is that okay with you?"

The Buddhist beads in Mrs. Wang's hand seemed to make a few random noises, then stopped.

"Brother Lian, I'm not saying anything bad to you, but not everyone can accept a child. If someone does, it will be the root cause of chaos in the family."

"Those vixens should be chased away."

"Otherwise, if you really have illegitimate children in the future, you will still have a headache."

This is not just about Jia Lian, but also a reminder to Jia Zheng.

Jia Zheng couldn't sit still any longer.

"You two talk first!"

"I have something else to talk to my mother about."

After saying that, he picked up the big clothes on the shelf, put them on and went out.

Mrs. Wang sneered and thought to herself, even this can't make me angry anymore.

It is ridiculous that he claims to be a gentleman but raises his illegitimate son into a despicable rat.

Thinking of this, she glanced at Jia Lian.

Said, "You go tomorrow!"

"Her aunt is very happy."

"Go and talk to her nicely. You still have to have a son after all."

Upon hearing this, Jia Lian lowered his head and went out. He repeatedly thought about what Mrs. Wang meant. Could it be that because I took a concubine, Wang Xifeng stayed at her parents' home and did not return?

That would be her fault.

Qiu Tong was given to me by my parents. How dare I disobey their orders?

Besides, since she didn’t give birth to a son, I can’t let others give birth to a son.

The more Jia Lian thought about it, the more he felt that Wang Xifeng was wrong. Who could tolerate marrying a tigress?

Not only is she a tigress, but she also manages the maids in a way that is out of control.

These days when I go back home, I hear Qiu Tong complaining that the food is rotten and there are even leftovers from someone.

If it weren't for the friendship between us, I would have made a fuss about this long ago.

Hey! Do I have to suffer injustice if I follow my concubine?

Jia Lian felt that he was more bitter than the dandelions.

I have to get myself together and go to Wang's house tomorrow.

Thinking of Wang Ziteng's face, Jia Lian felt miserable again.

Today, I have to let Qiu Tong comfort myself.

……

Jia Zheng went to Jia's mother's room under the cover of night.

My heart is colder than the winter wind.

It's only been a few years and siblings are already killing each other.

Wang Ziteng has talked to him and is now collecting evidence in an effort to wipe out the lineage of the King of Nan'an in one fell swoop.

The emperor now gives people and things to people.

The ultimate result is that not only will they die, but they will die in disgrace.

Who would have thought that my brother-in-law, a mere scholar, could be so bold.

……

When we arrived at Lady Jia's place, Nanny Lai was chatting with the old lady about ancient times.

They are all talking about trivial things from the past few decades.

Seeing Jia Zheng coming, Lai Ma quickly stood up from her chair and said, "The Second Master is here. My dear, I am leaving now."

"I'll chat with you tomorrow."

Grandmother Jia waved her hand and asked her to leave.

Nanny Lai wanted to greet Jia Zheng, but Jia Zheng stopped her.

"No need, Lai Da has already gone back."

"It's fine."

Nanny Lai said apologetically, "It's all my fault. I've caused trouble for the masters."

Grandmother Jia sighed, "It's not your fault. We are all old. The older we get, the softer our hearts become. We can't stand this kind of fighting and killing anymore."

……

"Mother, I came here today just to talk to you."

"When did we break off our relationship with the Lin family?"

After Nanny Lai left, Jia Zheng was silent for a long time and then slowly spoke to Lady Jia.

Grandmother Jia was startled, holding the cane tightly with both hands.

"Is this what the Wang family asked for?"

"Is the Wang family going to take action?"

"Why, you won't even give me a chance to live?"

Seeing her second son lower his head more and more, Grandmother Jia couldn't help laughing until tears came out.

"It's my fault!"

"You shouldn't have married your sister to the Lin family, and you shouldn't have been worrying about your sister's marriage all day long when your wife was pregnant."

"To the point of ignoring her."

"So much so that Pearl was born in poor health."

"Your wife hates me, and she hates your sister."

"She has been holding back this hatred for so long."

"I can't hold it back any longer."

Grandmother Jia's voice trembled.

"She will blame Zhu'er's death on everyone in our Jia family."

"Even if I give her another son now, the supreme love, it can't offset it?"

……

Seeing his mother's tears in her eyes, constantly blaming herself and becoming more and more agitated, Jia Zheng tried to comfort her.

"Mom, stop talking. This incident has nothing to do with her."

"It was the Lin family. Lin Ruhai committed a heinous crime."

"The emperor wants them to be killed."

"We really have no other options."

"For the sake of the Jia family's legacy, we can no longer tolerate this."

"Since my sister doesn't agree to divorce, let her be buried with the Lin family!"

"It's all her fate." Jia Zheng said in one breath, a little out of breath, not sure if it was because he was angry or tired.

After hearing what Jia Zheng said, Jia's mother turned pale and shook her numb hands.

"Second brother, leave some blood for your sister."

"Can you ask the Wang family for an imperial decree?"

Jia Zheng was stunned. "Mother, what imperial decree are you asking for?"

Grandmother Jia said dimly, "Grant the marriage!"

Jia Zheng's heart tightened, and he asked hurriedly, "Mother, who is with whom?"

Grandmother Jia answered word by word, "Baoyu and Daiyu."

Jia Zheng's face changed drastically when he heard this. "Mother, you are so confused! How can this be possible?"

"Not to mention that you are not old enough, we can't agree to it!"

"Daiyu will soon be the daughter of a criminal."

"We want to separate, not marry!"

Jia Zheng's tone was full of anxiety.