Farm Tough Girl
Chapter 507 - 507 508 Where Theres So Much Luck_1

Chapter 507: Chapter 508 Where There’s So Much Luck_1 Chapter 507: Chapter 508 Where There’s So Much Luck_1 Rong Liming was chased out and, in order to maintain his own dignity, did not linger. However, his anger hadn’t subsided, and still seething, he returned to the estate and beat several servants as an outlet for his rage.

For a while, the entire estate was on edge, the staff barely daring to breathe, fearful that a single careless mistake would bring misfortune upon themselves. All the while, they couldn’t help but secretly scorn—considering the Young Master was the legitimate eldest son of the Rong Family, a family with an unshakable status in Qinghua City, who could have provoked him to such a state?

One must say that Rong Liming was usually nothing like a good-for-nothing. He liked to charm girls, so he always carried himself with elegant grace. The key was that he had both the means and the looks, which solidified his image as the man every woman in Qinghua City wanted to marry. Indeed, whether for fame, his handsome exterior, or his gentle and polite nature, there were hardly any women who wouldn’t like him.

It wasn’t just women outside the family who thought highly of him; the Old Master also held him in special regard, feeling that this son was extraordinary. In fact, only a few close servants knew that this was just a façade. Yet, they had never seen the young master explode with such righteous fury over anything before.

Rong Liming flipped the table with a single sweep and cursed, “Are you all dead? What are you standing there for? Get out now! You’re a blight on my sight.”

How could the servants dare to say another word? They hurriedly agreed and left immediately.

Wanshan, however, a quick-witted servant by Rong Liming’s side, stayed behind and whispered cautiously, “Young Master, please calm your anger. Don’t let such trifles ruin your health, it’s not worth it.”

Rong Liming snapped angrily, “Do I need you to meddle in my affairs?”

But Wanshan was not afraid, and simply said in a low voice, “It’s just a woman, after all. With the Young Master’s qualifications, countless women are eager to climb into your bed. If you fancy her, it’s not impossible to have a bit of fun with her. Though she is married now, with your status, what’s playing around with a woman to you? She does not sound like she’s from Qinghua City; since she’s an outsider, she surely doesn’t know about the Young Master’s renown. Otherwise, she would definitely come running to you!”

Rong Liming felt quite comforted by these words. In his life, he might not have many skills, but seducing women’s hearts was indeed effortless.

“How about I go and find out some information about that lady for you? If the Young Master can’t win her heart, it wouldn’t be too bad to kidnap her for a while, just to relieve your boredom,” the servant suggested obsequiously.

Yet Rong Liming’s brows furrowed, “The lady’s heart wouldn’t be moved when I myself deign to act? You underestimate me, don’t you!”

Wanshan immediately trembled and knelt down, “I deserve to die, I deserve to die. My mouth is too cheap, daring to disparage you, Master. If the Young Master makes a move, that woman will definitely follow you willingly.”

Rong Liming snorted coldly, “Quit the nonsense and just go and do it.”

The servant hastily bowed and retreated.

Rong Liming’s anger had somewhat subsided. In fact, he had considered simply abducting her, as the Rong Family’s current strength meant there was scarcely anyone in Qinghua City they couldn’t provoke. Even if the woman was the owner of Mei Garden, she was just a merchant after all; abducting her for a night would leave her without recourse, even if she went to the Capital City to complain to the emperor. However, his personal desire was not limited to just one night. Such a rare beauty having fallen into his hands, he intended to cherish her for a good while.

Rong Liming thought of himself as a man not without charm. If the woman were to see his good side, she would surely become as shyly compliant as the other women he had pursued. Indeed, there hadn’t been a woman he had set his sights on whom he hadn’t been able to have, all willingly so. He had even dallied with married women, so Muniang’s status truly meant little to him.

Meanwhile, Muniang had entered a private room and, having lost interest in watching the performance, invited a servant familiar with Qinghua City to come in and tell her about the background of the Rong Family.

She had felt confused listening to the servant earlier boast about how formidable the Rong Family was. This place was a far cry from the small locality of Chatu Town, akin to a provincial capital with its multitude of powerful figures and intricate relationships. Although she had the backing of Yu Ze, she preferred not to inadvertently cause troubles and thought it best to have a general understanding of the situation.

“The Rong Family has only risen to prominence in recent years. Initially, they were just an ordinary merchant family. Then the Rong Family’s Second Son passed the imperial examinations, earning the Jinshi title, and entered Hanlin Academy. He currently holds the position of a fifth-rank Vice Commissioner of the Board of Rites. As such, the Rong Family can also be considered half a governmental clan, especially with the Second Son backing them. But the one in charge now is Mr. Rong, and that Rong Liming is his legitimate eldest son.”

Muniang frowned and said, “That’s merely a fifth-rank official position. Our Qinghua City shouldn’t be so apprehensive towards such a family.”

Logically, the highest official rank in Qinghua City is that of a fifth-rank Magistrate, but an official posted locally could hardly compare to one serving in the Capital City. Even if of the same rank, the one in the Capital City would be more favored.

Yet, Qinghua City was not a small place like Chatu Town. There must certainly be more than one family that had earned imperial titles, and there should be those who fared better than the Rong Family’s Second Son. How then had the Rong Family come to be so influential?

The servant hurriedly said, “Lady, you may not be aware, but at the start of this spring, which was time for the new round of imperial selection, the Second Son with his official rank was expected to present a daughter to participate. Unfortunately, his family didn’t have any daughters of the right age. They were either too young or already married. However, the Rong Family didn’t want to waste the opportunity, so they gave the chance to the Second Son’s legitimate daughter, his third daughter, Rong Suqing.”

Muniang’s eyes flashed, “Could it be that Rong Suqing has gained favor in the palace?”

“Indeed! Among those who entered the palace with her, there were daughters of prominent court officials, all with daunting titles. But it was Rong Suqing whom the emperor favored. She has been truly fortunate. She entered the palace this spring, and in just over half a year, her rank rose from a mere attendant to that of a Noble Lady—a rare honor indeed. With the emperor’s favor, even the Second Son’s promotion came with ease, and Mr. Rong was specially bestowed a Golden Plaque. Not only has the Rong Family in Qinghua City become untouchable locally, but even in Capital City, they are now the sweetheart of many officials.”

Muniang inwardly sighed. A woman altering the fate of her family was no simple feat. To gain and retain the emperor’s favor in the palace surely involved more than just luck. After all, everything in that place relied on tactics; how could there be so much fortune at play?