Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!
Chapter 816 Fabric

Chapter 816: Chapter 816 Fabric

Chang Zhong looked at Dad, then at Mom, the golden beans were about to fall, "Son really won’t cause trouble for big brother and second brother, Dad, Mom, please let your son go."

As he spoke, the golden beans fell, looking pitiful.

Zhou Shuren saw the golden beans and was heartbroken, "Look at you, grown so big and still crying, alright, don’t cry now, don’t cry, go, Dad agrees."

Zhulan, "...."

Just two golden beans and he’s already compromising, what about the future?

The moment Chang Zhong stopped crying, "Can big brother carry me while riding a horse?"

Zhou Shuren thought there was nothing wrong with boys liking horses, but before he could speak, he heard his wife coughing, "No, you’re still too small."

Chang Zhong snuggled in Dad’s arms, stealing glances at Mom, seeing Mom’s face getting colder and sighing, Mom disagreed, so Dad didn’t dare to agree. Dad always softens in front of Mom, still needing to ask Mom for permission.

Chang Zhong’s face wrinkled, just like this little bun, "Mom, big brother is holding the son, it’s not the son riding the horse by himself."

Zhulan remained cold-faced, even holding him wasn’t okay, what if not held properly and he really fell, it could cost her life, "Don’t even think about it, say one more word, and you can forget about going to the house in the country too."

Once Chang Zhong heard this, he knew Mom wasn’t scaring him and dared not bring it up again, "Son understands."

"Hmm, Shen Xing will go with you to the house in the country tomorrow, he will watch over you for your mother."

Chang Zhong got out of Dad’s embrace, especially well-behaved, "Son will definitely be obedient."

"Hmm, it’s getting late, go back to sleep."

"Dad, Mom, son is going to sleep."

Zhou Shuren waited for his son to leave, then facing his wife’s cold gaze, weakly touched his nose, "I just can’t stand to see the little guy shed tears, my old father’s heart just can’t take it."

Zhulan let out a scoff.

Zhou Shuren, "...From now on, you take charge of our son."

Zhulan felt like biting Zhou Shuren, "Do you think you can still discipline him?"

Zhou Shuren, "...."

The next morning, after breakfast, Zhulan packed her son’s clothes. There had been many autumn rains this year, and with each fall of rain came a drop in temperature. Knowing that Ming Hui was also going, and after some thought, she decided to have Granny Song look after them. Granny Song knew medicine and would give Zhulan peace of mind taking care of the two children.

Chang Zhong didn’t want Granny Song to follow, with Shen Xing already there, another Granny Song would mean strict supervision, "Mom, you can’t do without Granny Song. Son doesn’t want you to overwork yourself."

Zhulan knew her son’s little trick all too well, "You needn’t worry about me. The two maids by my side have already learned from Granny Song, with them, I won’t be overwhelmed."

Chang Li hoped that Granny Song would accompany them because he could discipline his own son but Chang Zhong, he dared not lay a finger on him, for fear of Dad tearing him apart!

Seeing that Mom wouldn’t change her mind, Chang Zhong’s spirits drooped considerably. He wanted to argue more, but meeting Mom’s eyes, he shut his mouth, fearing if he spoke again, Mom might not let him go at all.

Zhulan was very satisfied with her son’s response—sensible, "Alright, it’s getting late, get in the carriage!"

Chang Li felt bitter inside. It was busy enough going to the house in the country, and now he had to look after children too. Thank goodness Ming Teng and a few others were off to the Academy!

Ming Teng watched the carriage depart, truly envious of them. Not only could they play at the house in the country, but they also didn’t have to study, it’s just too bad he couldn’t go even if he feigned illness!

With two children capable of causing a ruckus gone, Lady Li truly felt more relaxed as if even the sky had become bluer.

But Zhulan had her worries, though with her hands full with other matters and without Chang Zhong leading Ming Hui into mischief, she felt much more at ease.

Half an hour later, Zhulan met with the Female Officer coming from the palace, who was carrying two trays with her.

The Female Officer said, "This is the cloth bestowed by the Empress to Miss Zhou."

Upon hearing this, Zhulan hurried to call for Xue Han and gestured for the Female Officer to take a seat first.

Xue Han arrived swiftly and gratefully accepted the cloth.

After seeing off the Female Officer, Xue Han unfolded the covered cloth. Zhulan had already guessed it, and, sure enough, the cloth was indeed material for a wedding dress.

Xue Han fondly stroked the fabric, "Mother, this material is really nice."

Lady Li dared not touch it, "The Empress has really thought of everything, as expected of Rongchuan’s own aunt, it’s just different."

Zhulan thought to herself that she was, after all, his biological mother and naturally wouldn’t want her son to be slighted, turning to Su Xuan she said, "There’s no need to order the fabric now, we have it."

Su Xuan, who had more on her mind and a bit of a scheming streak, wondered if the Empress did this for the sake of the Crown Prince. She certainly didn’t believe that a nephew she hadn’t seen for years could evoke such deep affection!

At Zhou Family Village, Lady Li’s eldest brother had arrived at the Jiang family home, "Sister, the caravan will set off for the capital tomorrow, is your eldest nephew’s luggage all packed and ready?"

Xue Mei indicated for Brother Li to have some tea and replied, "Everything is already packed, we will send him to meet the caravan at Li Family Village early tomorrow morning."

Having received confirmation, Brother Li also had some tea and then prepared to leave, "There’s just too much to do at home, so I must be heading back."

Xue Mei saw him to the door. "Thank you for making the trip personally, big brother."

Brother Li responded with a simple smile, "It’s no trouble, we’re all family. Why the fuss? No need to see me out further, sister. You go back inside."

"Alright, take care, big brother."

Xue Mei waited until the ox cart was far away before returning inside, and the moment she entered the house, she heard her mother-in-law crying, "Mother, what’s wrong?"

Lady Jiangwang was wiping away tears, "I don’t know how many years it will be before Jiang Zhu returns. I just can’t help feeling a bit reluctant to let him go."

No matter how poorly she had treated Jiang Zhu in the past, they had lived together for years, and now she truly cherished her grandson. In her eyes, Jiang Zhu was the best.

Old Master Jiang snorted, "This is a joyous occasion. What’s with all the crying?"

Lady Jiangwang didn’t dare cry anymore, "Right, it’s a joyful event."

"What joyous event are we talking about now?"

With a sudden interjection, Xue Mei turned around, her heart sinking with annoyance at the sight of the visitor. It was none other than her sister-in-law from the Dong family, "What kind of wind has blown you here today?"

Lady Dong smiled, "Didn’t I hear that Jiang Zhu is heading to the capital? So I specifically came to see him off. I truly adore that child, Jiang Zhu, and I’ve always kept him in my thoughts."

Lady Jiangwang became vigilant. She had been forewarned by her daughter-in-law to be careful around several of the daughters-in-law from the Dong family. Hearing this, she realized they were coveting Jiang Zhu. She disliked the Dong family approach towards the Jiang family. Even if their daughter was perfect, it wouldn’t do, "Ah, my head is hurting a bit. Mei, quickly take your mother to see the doctor in the county."

Old Master Jiang was anxious, "I’ll go harness the cart right away."

Xue Mei thought it was funny how her mother-in-law could pretend, while on her face she showed urgency, "I’m truly sorry, but I have to go to the county and can’t entertain you."

Lady Dong’s smile was forced. Ever since the old master retired, the sisters-in-law had been in constant conflict, and she could tell it was all an act, "Well then, I’ll come again tomorrow."

Once Lady Dong left with a gloomy face, Lady Jiangwang’s cries dimmed, and she spat out, "They’re quite good at scheming."

Xue Mei didn’t take it to heart. Coveting meant her son was outstanding, "Mother, are we still going to the county?"

Lady Jiangwang said, "Yes, I’m going to buy some delicacies. We’ll have a nice dinner tonight. You don’t have to go."

Xue Mei smiled, "Okay."

In the capital, Zhulan received a letter from Zhao Bo. This letter was for Zhou Shuren, but as Zhou Shuren was not at the Ministry of Revenue, it was delivered to his home instead.