Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!
Chapter 769: The Distinguished Father and Son_1

Chapter 769: Chapter 769: The Distinguished Father and Son_1

Zhou Shuren changed into his clothes, "I am the head of the family, the head of the Zhou household."

In the past, he didn’t understand what a father was, but now he did. He was the father of his children, the grandfather to his grandchildren, and currently the pillar of the family.

At night, when it was time to rest, Zhou Shuren found himself unable to sleep, whispering softly, "The Imperial court is going to buy grain abroad, pity I cannot go. I was thinking, once I retire, if our health allows, we could take a trip abroad. What do you think?"

Zhulan, "....It’s a nice idea, but it won’t be easy for you to retire."

Zhou Shuren had trapped himself, and she understood the Emperor more now; he truly wouldn’t easily let Zhou Shuren go.

Zhou Shuren thought of the several times he had sabotaged himself, "When the time comes, I’ll find a way."

Zhulan, thinking of going out, her eyes lit up, "Our family bought land and mountains near the capital, it’s time to construct our farm. I plan to build it after the autumn harvest, up in the mountains. Next summer, we can go there to escape the heat. What do you say?"

Zhou Shuren thought it was a good idea, "It’s just that it’s difficult to construct a pond up on the mountain. If there were a pond, it would be nice to raise some fish."

Zhulan already had an image of the farm in her mind, but sadly reality was harsh, "That’s a bit difficult, there’s no spring on the mountain. It’s a small hill and water access isn’t convenient."

Zhou Shuren, "If the location isn’t suitable, we’ll pick a new spot."

Zhulan felt somewhat deflated, "We don’t have silver on hand at the moment, waiting for it to come in."

On reflection, even when the silver did come in, there were too many places that needed expenditure.

Time flew quickly, and in the blink of an eye, the seventh day arrived. Finally, it was Zhou Shuren’s rest day. Entering the capital, Zhou Shuren did not idle even on his day off, having scheduled his time in advance to go out early for tea.

Chang Xhong wasn’t happy, "Mother, is father really resting today?"

Zhulan, "Indeed, he’s resting. It’s just that your father promised to go for tea. One must keep their promises."

Chang Xhong thought carefully, realizing his father hadn’t said he’d accompany him, feeling utterly dejected, "Mother."

Zhulan hugged her son. The boy truly wanted Zhou Shuren to spend time with him, and she could understand. Previously, whenever Zhou Shuren had days off, he would be with his son. Regrettably, after moving to the capital, there wasn’t time, "Mother will accompany you. How about I take you to the streets today?"

Chang Xhong blinked his eyes, "Good, Mother, I want to bring Ming Hui, my nephew, along."

"Sure, sure, whomever you say to bring along."

Chang Xhong ran off happily to look for Ming Hui, and Zhulan took a letter from Nurse Song. It was a freshly received letter, from Wu Ming.

In Wu Ming’s letter, he mentioned that the properties bought by the Zhou family on the border could be sold off, as people had already inquired with Wu Ming.

Zhulan understood that some withdrawing forces were returning. She had never intended to monopolize. When she bought them, she wanted to resell for silver. She had expected to wait until next year, but since the price was right, selling earlier or later would all boil down to selling, especially since the Zhou household was in need of silver.

Zhulan signaled to Nurse Song to call for Lady Li. By the time Lady Li arrived, Zhulan had already taken out the property deeds. She planned to sell two-thirds and keep the remaining third for future family division, to be distributed among her sons.

Lady Li thought the mother-in-law had called her for something else. Knowing it was about selling properties, she too was very decisive, certain that following her mother-in-law’s lead was never wrong, "Mother, we of the eldest branch will also sell two-thirds."

Having decided to sell the properties would mean they could pay back the silver owed to her younger brother and sister. Carrying the debt, she lacked confidence when facing them.

Zhulan, "Alright, go get your deeds. I will arrange for Steward Ding to set off shortly."

Lady Li responded and ran back quickly.

Zhulan smiled, "Still as quick-tempered as ever."

It seemed that Lady Li wouldn’t change in this lifetime.

Nurse Song thought the eldest lady was quite right, living freely.

After arranging everything with Steward Ding, Zhulan finally took her son and grandson out to the streets. Now, the hottest time of the year had passed as it was nearing autumn, making the sun somewhat harsher.

Chang Xhong and Ming Hui found interest in everything. Once off the coach, the two little ones were unwilling to ride again, marveling at every roadside stall they saw, especially excited with the street performances.

Zhulan stood behind, watching the two youngsters closely. After the performances ended, the children opened their money bags, too short to reach, they stood on tiptoe to place their silver.

Watching the lively pair brightened Zhulan’s mood considerably.

Chang Xhong, holding his mother’s hand, "Mother, those performers were amazing. Do they also practice martial arts?"

He had seen Ming Teng, his cousin, play with a stick and once thought he was incredible, but now compared to breaking stones on their chest, Ming Teng seemed less impressive.

Zhulan, smiling, "Yes, they must have practiced."

Chang Xhong clapped his hands, "Your son also wants to learn."

Zhulan was taken aback, then covered her face with a handkerchief and laughed, "Do you want to learn to break stones on your chest?"

Chang Xhong shook his small head, "Your son thinks it’s very impressive."

Zhulan already had a mental image, the little guy with a large stone on his chest; the thought alone was laughable, "We won’t learn that skill. When you’re a bit older, I’ll have Shen Xing teach you. Their martial arts are not bad."

Chang Xhong had seen Shen Xing climb walls, but still, he thought breaking stones on one’s chest was more impressive, "Can they break stones on their chest?"

Zhulan’s eyes were filled with amusement, "When we get home, you can ask them."

Chang Xhong made a mental note, then touched his belly, "Mother, your son is hungry."

Zhulan thought of the food hall, where they had eaten last time with truly delicious dishes. Unfortunately, her son hadn’t been there. With the thought of silver soon to be incoming, "Let’s go, Mother will treat you and Ming Hui to something tasty."

Chang Xhong had already forgotten his father, "Mother is the best."

At the tea house, Zhou Shuren had just come out when a coach stopped in front of him. Seeing the closed curtains of the coach, he stood still, while Shen Xing stepped forward to guard.

The curtains of the coach were parted slightly, revealing the Jade Pendant inside. Zhou Shuren shook his head in wordless resignation, gestured for Shen Xing to step back, and boarded the coach.

Shen Xing watched the coach, then returned to the Zhou family’s coach and signaled the coachman to follow.

Inside the coach, Zhou Shuren greeted, "Your servant sees the Emperor, sees the Crown Prince as well."

What were the most honored father and son doing out here? And if he remembered correctly, wasn’t the Crown Prince grounded?