Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!-Chapter 1343 Lin Qing

Zhulan was surprised that the Lin family would send over an invitation, and it was personally written by the old madam of the Lin family. Last time at the Shang family gathering, she had only exchanged a few words with the old madam of the Lin family.

The Lin family produced Imperial Censors generation after generation, possessing an extensive network within the circles of Imperial Censors, making them one of the few families in the capital that did not form cliques.

Mrs. Zhao was surprised, "They’ve even invited me."

Zhulan hummed in agreement, "When the time comes, you’ll go with me."

Mrs. Zhao did not take it to heart; she had been receiving lots of invitations recently, assuming it was due to her husband’s influence. frёewebnoѵel.ƈo๓

At the Ministry of Revenue, Zhou Shuren finished his instructions and kept Zhang Jinghong behind, "You sit first."

With age, Zhang Jinghong grew increasingly mature and steady. Although his position had not been promoted, no one in the Ministry of Revenue underestimated him, aside from some who still avoided him. He had integrated well into the Ministry of Revenue.

Zhou Shuren said, "A new Deputy Minister will be transferred here in a few days."

Zhang Jinghong replied, "This subordinate is aware."

Once Mr. Wang left, they were waiting for the new Deputy Minister.

Zhou Shuren continued, "You haven’t been promoted for many years at the Ministry of Revenue, but the Emperor mentioned you today."

Zhang Jinghong’s situation was special; he hadn’t ascended through the regular ranks in many years at the Ministry of Revenue. Frankly speaking, Zhang Jinghong’s official position depended on the Emperor.

Zhang Jinghong’s previously relaxed back involuntarily tensed up; even though he was not greedy, who doesn’t yearn for better?

Over these years, his diligent work at the Ministry of Revenue was all to reassure the Emperor and ensure a better future for his son.

Zhou Shuren continued, "With the reforms across various departments, the delegation of powers has become more detailed, and there have been some changes in positions. I think you should be promoted."

Zhang Jinghong felt a surge of joy inside. With the Grand Master of Writing saying this, it was clear the Emperor agreed. With the reforms, previously there were no fourth-rank official positions in the Ministry of Revenue, which only appeared after these reforms. His next promotion would be to a fourth-rank, allowing him to manage a department instead of his current role, which was special due to his identity, being moved as needed without a fixed position.

Zhou Shuren stood up, patted Zhang Jinghong’s shoulder, "Do well, don’t disappoint this official."

Zhang Jinghong suppressed his excitement, "This subordinate will definitely not let the Grand Master down."

After Zhang Jinghong left, Zhou Shuren stroked his beard. Regarding the Children of the Previous Dynasty, the Emperor’s attitude truly surprised him. The Emperor didn’t guard against Zhang Jinghong as much as he had imagined. Thinking about it, it might not be necessary to be so cautious; now that a prosperous age was gradually forming, Zhang Jinghong was confined to the capital. The Royal family treated Zhang Jinghong well, reflecting the magnanimity of the Royal family, and there was indeed no need to suppress Zhang Jinghong.

Several days passed, and Jiang Sheng and his wife returned to Zhou Village. Xue Mei did not rest for a moment; she changed her clothes and headed to the Jiang family.

Dong Yiyi was surprised, "You just arrived in the village, why don’t you rest properly?"

Xue Mei looked at Mulan with a bit of unease. Mulan was older than Jiang Zhu, and over the years she likely faced much idle gossip at home. "I’ve been worried about Mulan, I couldn’t wait even a moment, so I came straight here."

Dong Yiyi sighed with relief inside, appreciating that Xue Mei valued her daughter above everything else. "Let’s go inside and talk."

While speaking, Dong Yiyi looked towards the woman who came out upon hearing them and nodded slightly with a smile, inviting Xue Mei into the courtyard.

Today, Xue Mei’s actions will dispel all the rumors, and Dong Yiyi is delighted, her steps lightening significantly.

Xue Mei’s actions do not require much verbal explanation; actions are the best proof, proof that the Jiang family values Mulan.

Jiang Zhu touched the box; these are the pieces of jewelry he picked for Mulan everywhere he went. To say he has deep feelings for Mulan is not true, as they have spent too little time together, nowhere near as much as cousin Mingyun and his wife, but being engaged is his responsibility, and he believes he will have a happy marriage.

Jiang Sheng changed clothes and saw his son sitting lost in thought, glanced at the box in his son’s hand, "If you want to go, then go, you’re about to get married, there’s no need for such evasion."

Speaking of which, if it weren’t for his son following him around everywhere, his son would have been married much earlier. The Jiang family has not had many complaints, so naturally, he values it more, and the betrothal gifts are significantly more generous than originally planned.

Jiang Zhu smiled, "Mother has already gone to the Jiang family, I will go tomorrow."

Jiang Sheng replied, "That’s good, in a blink of an eye you’re going to start a family and career, I still remember your childhood."

At this point, Jiang Sheng paused, recalling how his son had to look after the girl when he was a child, which was difficult for him and his wife. He thought he would forget, but the scars in his heart are still very evident, despite his parents being very kind to them now, the emotional scars have not healed.

Jiang Zhu looked up puzzled, "Dad."

Jiang Sheng smiled, looking towards the distant mountains, "It’s nothing, I just remembered how you particularly liked staying at your grandfather’s house when you were little."

Jiang Zhu chuckled, "I still like staying at Grandpa’s house."

Whether it’s grandpa or grandma, listening more to the elders, he feels he can comprehend many principles.

In the capital, Zhulan, along with Madam Zhao, is at the Lin family. The Lin family’s old madam did not show excessive enthusiasm towards Zhulan, glad that Zhulan came in person, yet she did not hold onto Zhulan’s hand tightly.

Zhulan’s gaze fell on the distant young ladies; she searched around and finally noticed Miss Lin, her eyes widening slightly. The plump girl from her memory had lost much weight, proving true the hidden potential in everyone.

Miss Lin was cute when chubby, and beautiful when slim, although still a bit plump, she was a "plump beauty". Slimmed down, Miss Lin appeared somewhat more delicate.

Zhulan watched for quite a while, and naturally, the Lin family’s old madam noticed, "Is Madam Yang looking at Qing’er?"

Zhulan candidly admitted, "I just feel that Miss Lin has changed a lot."

The Lin family’s old madam knows her granddaughter well. Qing’er used to be nonchalant about everything, but she developed feelings after going to the Shang family, which she guessed was due to her previous words. Her granddaughter, usually not rushed, became anxious.

The Lin family’s old madam lowered her voice, "How does Madam find Qing’er?"

Thinking of her two granddaughters’ assessments of Lin Qing, Zhulan said, "Your family’s Miss is clear-minded and open-minded, Grand Madam is fortunate."

The Lin family’s old madam’s eyes brightened, "This old body isn’t boasting about my own granddaughter, I have several granddaughters, and Qing’er is the most responsible. She has also inherited the clarity of thought from our family’s old master. It’s not self-praise, but if this girl were a boy, she could also compete in the imperial exams."

Zhulan squinted slightly; obviously, the Lin family had guessed her standard for a daughter-in-law for Ming Rui quite accurately. This was to tell her that Lin Qing is responsible enough to be the second wife of the Zhou family, and also to tell her that Lin Qing could keep pace with Ming Rui, not being a drag.

The more Zhulan understood about Miss Lin, the more her heart was moved; she already had a favorable impression of Miss Lin from her granddaughters’ evaluations, each discovery of Lin family’s virtues was a plus.

The Shang family was problematic, but the Lin family was the opposite. Old Master Lin did not retire back to his hometown but stayed in the capital as a steadying influence for his children and grandchildren. The Lin family maintained good moral values, and their reputation in the capital was consistently excellent.

Madam Zhao sat beside her mother-in-law, finally understanding the Lin family’s intentions. With the Miss of Shang family as a comparison, Madam Zhao saw everything about Miss Lin in a positive light.