That Lu Chen is quite handso and also capable. Her daughter is already fifteen and will be coming of age in five months, it’s ti to arrange a marriage.
She previously wanted to keep her daughter ho a few more years, but it’s inevitable to attract gossip if a girl passes her coming of age without an engagent. Once engaged, it’s acceptable to stay a couple more years at ho.
Isn’t Lu Chen a good candidate? What’s to fear without an official position? She’s an Eldest Princess; isn’t it possible for her to secure a good position for her son-in-law?
The Lu Family also has considerable influence in the court, and Lu Chen’s nature is reportedly good, so he wouldn’t disgrace her family.
Moreover, her daughter doesn’t have to beco the difficult role of a Lady of the Clan; it’s best to marry a second or third legitimate son, enjoying leisure without the burdens of the clan.
However, rembering that Lu Chen had a deceased fiancée made the Eldest Princess a bit hesitant.
What if Lu Chen brings bad luck to his wives? Wouldn’t she be harming her daughter? The Eldest Princess hesitated deeply.
Mrs. Qu, seeing that the Eldest Princess no longer pursued this line of thought, relaxed slightly. The Marquis had instructed that the mansion must remain low-key to avoid attracting the Emperor’s suspicion.
It’s akin to silently accumulating wealth; everyone understands the current fate of the high-profile aristocratic families.
The situation at court remains uncertain; the Emperor is aging and not in the best health. For now, the only plan is to wait—wait until a Crown Prince is appointed, or even until the new Emperor ascends the throne before the Lu Family dares erge into prominence.
Gu Chengyu indeed guessed right; Lu Chen was truly perfect in every shot.
"All ten arrows hit, and one round had three arrows shot at once." Zhou Yuewei stepped forward to observe, casting a aningful glance at Lu Chen.
"You’ve always held back in competitions with , but today you’re showing your true skills. Did you have your eye on my Mutton Fat Jade chess pieces or Mr. Gu’s Blood Jade Peace Pendant?"
Qin Min didn’t really care whether he won first place; although the Mutton Fat Jade chess pieces weren’t easy to acquire, they weren’t exactly rare treasures that he’d be reluctant to part with.
He’s certainly been concealing his abilities, as he couldn’t allow Lu Chen to discern his true capabilities. The Lu Family is shrewd and covert, and Marquis Lu is competent. Lu Chen is deeply calculating, and Qin Min is quite wary of him.
Lu Chen smiled, "Today’s luck is good; it seems I was destined to win these riches."
It won’t be long before these people are no longer surprised, Lu Chen thought to himself.
"Do you still fancy these? Everyone knows you have plenty of fine things." Qin Min patted Lu Chen on the shoulder, subconsciously applying so force.
Qin Min wanted to test him a bit, but Lu Chen’s body didn’t budge at all. Qin Min’s eyes dimd; he had indeed used quite a bit of force.
Gu Chengyu paid no heed to this. Whether Lu Chen was hiding his true abilities or not, it didn’t concern him, at least not now since they had no intersection.
The other two could only casually throw ten arrows, knowing they couldn’t match Lu Chen’s skill. Hitting all the targets, with one round of three arrows at once—who could compare with that?
The target shooting concluded, and the worst result was five arrows, precisely You Yinan. At this mont, he was being chided into drinking a penalty drink by the others.
Lu Chen walked to the stone table, glanced at the Blood Jade Peace Pendant, picked up two Yellow Flower Pear Wood boxes, and opened them to see the set of Mutton Fat White Jade chess pieces inside. After a brief look, he placed them back on the table.
"Qingquan!" Lu Chen motioned for the servant he brought to take all these away.
"These items are rare treasures indeed; I thank you all for your generosity." Lu Chen laughed heartily, clearly in a good mood.
With Lu Chen and Qin Min’s outstanding performances, the others lost interest in the target shooting.
"Young Master! His Highness instructed that the literary eting is to begin, please take your seats." Suddenly, a servant ca in and said to Qin Min.
Gu Chengyu was slightly stunned to hear that it really was a literary gathering, combining flower viewing with poetry and prose writing.
"Everyone, the seats are set up ahead, please take your places."
This is the highlight of the flower viewing gathering; naturally, no one present would refuse.
Gu Chengyu followed the crowd forward, but noticed that just monts ago, this place was still empty, and now several low bookcases were arranged.
Looking again at the Hanging Flower Gate, it was already open, with a sheer veil hanging down. Gu Chengyu noticed that, from a closer distance, one might be able to see people on the other side.
Checking the nearest table to the Hanging Flower Gate, it wasn’t too close, seemingly mindful of the gender segregation.
Slowly walking towards the bookcases, he suddenly heard a woman’s clear voice from behind the Hanging Flower Gate.
Gu Chengyu touched his nose, wondering if this was the day’s biggest privilege? He glanced around and found these young n indeed appeared excited.
Well, these youths rarely see won from families of equal standing, unlike his past life where beautiful won were everywhere, naturally making them thrilled.
Gu Chengyu wanted to casually find a seat, but Zhu Pang insisted on pulling him towards seats closer to the Hanging Flower Gate.
There was no choice; he had co today to look for a way to see his fiancée. Zhu Pang was also helpless, as he was quite concerned about rumors of his fiancée having a pockmarked face.
"Mr. Gu, please take a seat!"
Gu Chengyu didn’t want to join this commotion, as the other youths also wanted to grab a few good seats, wouldn’t it be unbecoming to take those positions? Wouldn’t that be beneath his status?
Just as Gu Chengyu was about to pull away from Zhu Pang, he heard Qin Min’s voice.
Gu Chengyu looked up to see Qin Min sitting in the front row, pointing at a seat next to him, smiling as he spoke to Gu Chengyu.
Qin Min was sowhat curious about Gu Chengyu; the matters of tea tax and salt permit he proposed earlier made every noble family in the Capital hold him in higher regard. He was a talented young man with boundless prospects.
Naturally, he also wanted to befriend Gu Chengyu; after all, wouldn’t it be advantageous to have more connections?
Moreover, among those present, Gu Chengyu’s official position was higher, so how could they let him sit at the back? That would be disrespectful, wouldn’t it?
Gu Chengyu could understand why Qin Min arranged it this way; after all, he was an official among these layn, so how could Qin Min be discourteous?
He had initially wanted to sit in the back so as not to have to stand up and give up his seat; however, since the host had extended his invitation, he certainly couldn’t refuse.
Gu Chengyu walked towards Qin Min’s location, with Zhu Pang quickly following, trying to sit up front by tagging along with Gu Chengyu.
Actually, these seats naturally have a specific arrangent; they are generally seated according to family status, and those with self-awareness would sit according to the rules. But really thick-skinned ones couldn’t be asked to give up their seat, could they?
After all, that would be quite ungracious, though ntally, they would naturally feel uncomfortable afterward, and losing face is sothing they couldn’t speak of directly!
Zheng Lun saw Zhu Pang following and calmly walked to the front. His mansion is Dingnan Marquis Mansion; though his father was an illegitimate son, he is still a descendant of a noble family, not of low status.
Moreover, there weren’t many children from other Standard Second Rank officials’ families, so Zheng Lun also hurried to the front to sit.
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