Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!-Chapter 517 Miss Yao No. 2_1

Zhulan had already heard from Grandma Song and calculated her granddaughter’s months, realizing that she was not perfect either, and that she had her biases. However, she never neglected any child in their education or care, as a child’s growth requires the concern of their parents.

Even if children in ancient times became mature early, they could still feel lost. Now that her granddaughter was being carefully looked after, there wouldn’t be any major issues. It was indeed time to remind Zhao’s family of this. However, her second son had never neglected Yushuang, always bringing her gifts when he returned from his trips.

Zhulan stood up and went to the courtyard of the second wife, where Zhao’s wife was making clothes. Zhulan looked at the fabric, "Are these for Yushuang?"

A flash of guilt passed through Zhao’s heart, and she put down the needle and thread in her hand. She was never stupid and had guessed why her mother-in-law had come, "Yes, I haven’t made clothes for Yushuang in a long time. I just realized today that I have neglected her for quite a while."

Zhulan raised an eyebrow, surprised that Zhao had come to this realization on her own and openly admitted it, "They say that a crying child gets the most attention, but I believe that a sensible child is even more endearing, don’t you think?"

Zhao thought of how Yushuang seldom cried and how she never worried her about anything. A pang of affection crossed her heart, "Yes."

Zhulan did not plan to dwell on the subject; as long as Zhao’s wife didn’t neglect the child and understood, that was enough, "You’ve also worked hard taking care of Nini these days."

Nini’s good health was greatly owed to Zhao’s meticulous care.

Zhao felt it was worth it, "Mother, Nini will grow up safely."

Zhulan saw the determination in Zhao’s eyes and smiled with a nod, "Mhm."

After chatting with Zhao for a while, Zhulan left. Zhao sent her mother-in-law off and went back under the tree to continue sewing. She wanted to finish the sewing today and add embroidery. Thinking of the loss in her daughter’s eyes, she reminded herself to work quickly.

Before long, it was Miss Lin’s birthday. Zhou Xuehan and Su Xuan went together, while Zhulan visited the Wong family.

At the Wong residence, Zhulan was greeted by Mrs. Tao, "Why have you come out to meet me in person?"

"I wanted to take a walk. These days, I’ve been getting restless staying inside all the time."

Speaking of which, Mrs. Tao’s voice carried a note of sweetness.

Zhulan understood; the Master Wong was being overprotective, and she said with a laugh, "Master Wong is just worried about you."

Mrs. Tao replied, "He’s just too nervous, worrying over nothing."

Zhulan chuckled, "You say that now, but who knows how happy you are inside!"

The two of them talked as they entered the house. The weather had turned a bit chilly, unsuitable for staying outside for long.

Zhulan sat next to Mrs. Tao, "You didn’t ask me to come just to chat, did you?"

Mrs. Tao, a bit embarrassed, "I should have come to you, but as you can see, I’m not in a condition to move around easily, so I had to ask you to come here. You know about my illegitimate daughter..."

Mrs. Tao hesitated, leaving her words unfinished, and Zhulan continued, "Do you want me to help arrange a marriage?"

Mrs. Tao gestured dismissively, "I wouldn’t bother you with arranging a marriage for her. I won’t beat around the bush. Let me tell you the truth; even though our Master is angry with Wong Li, she is still his own daughter. He has given up hopes of a match with equal social standing, and is looking for a suitable young man."

Zhulan quickly grasped the situation and internally took note, "Master Wong has his sights set on Shi Qing?"

Mrs. Tao nodded openly, "Yes, that’s the one."

Zhulan sighed at Master Wong’s good taste, though it was a pity that Shi Qing’s marital prospects were not simple, "Do you want me to test the waters?"

Mrs. Tao felt somewhat embarrassed, "I really had no other choice."

She truly didn’t want to deal with the illegitimate daughter anymore, but for the sake of the entire Wong family’s face, she still had to step in.

As Zhulan listened to Mrs. Tao’s tone, both Mr. Wong and Mrs. Tao seemed to think it was a sure deal. Deep down, they still looked down on Shi Qing’s background. Even Zhou Shuren’s teachings couldn’t change Shi Qing’s origins. If there hadn’t been an issue with the Wong illegitimate daughter herself, they would never have considered Shi Qing.

Mr. Wong was considered a not too bad father; his own daughter had some issues, found someone whose background was problematic, and would be reliant on the Wong family for life!

Unfortunately for the Wong family, who thought they had considered everything, they didn’t know that Shi Qing was the Emperor’s man. Zhulan had no way to reveal this to Mrs. Tao, she could only say, "I’ll go back and test the waters."

Mrs. Tao was delighted in her heart. Marrying off Wong Li sooner would give her some peace of mind, "Thank you."

In the Lin Residence, Zhou Xuehan and her sister-in-law were sitting together, silently watching Miss Lin flaunt.

With her fan covering her face, Su Xuan whispered in Xue Han’s ear, "This is really unbearable."

With her fan in hand, Xue Han said, "She’s only been here for less than an hour, and we still have to wait a while before leaving."

Suddenly, Miss Lin stood up and warmly welcomed a girl who had just arrived, introducing her, "This is the second daughter of the Yao Residence."

Zhou Xuehan was a bit startled; she wasn’t very familiar with the Yao Residence. This second daughter looked to be about fifteen years old, barely passable as pretty, but there was an exceptional air of arrogance between her brows. Although Miss Lin was extremely enthusiastic, the second daughter’s expression was indifferent.

Speaking softly, Su Xuan introduced, "She is the daughter born to Marquis Yao’s concubine. Speaking of which, it is said that the mother of the Princely Heir was among the most beautiful women of her time, and although this concubine isn’t exceptionally pretty, this girl is quite favored."

Zhou Xuehan withdrew her gaze, "Does the Yao family have many children?"

Having visited the Hou Residence, Su Xuan replied, "Not particularly. The eldest Miss Yao, who was born illegitimately, is already married. The second Miss Yao is still unmarried and in her boudoir, and the third Miss Yao is also illegitimately born but favoured just as much as the legitimate daughters. The Yao family has three sons; the Princely Heir is the eldest, the second son, though illegitimate, is very dear to Mr. Hou’s heart, and the third son is legitimate but just ten years old."

Zhou Xuehan thought to herself, so out of the six children, except for the one who’s married off, the Princely Heir is the least favored.

The second Miss Yao looked around with dissatisfaction; she too wore pink today. Accustomed to being spoiled at home, she asked, "And you are?"

Seeing she was pointing at her, Zhou Xuehan stood up and said, "I am Zhou Xuehan, my father is the Prefect of Jinzhou."

Before the second Miss Yao could speak, Su Xuan interjected, "Second Miss Yao."

Then it dawned on the second Miss Yao. The Magistrate’s daughter had married into the Zhou family. Magistrate An He was not someone to be trifled with, and neither was the Zhou family’s Prefect. Though she had only been here for two days, she had heard quite a bit; she swallowed the words she had been about to say, feeling stifled, but she greeted politely, "Greetings, Magistrate An He."

Pulling Xue Han with her, Su Xuan said, "We’ve also taken our seats, the second Miss Yao, please be at ease."

After sitting down, the second Miss Yao couldn’t help but fidget with her dress, casting a glance at Miss Lin with the corners of her eyes. This dress was a gift from Miss Lin just yesterday!

With a mock smile, Su Xuan watched Miss Lin. It was no secret that the second Miss Yao, not outstanding in appearance, disliked wearing the same dress as others. But why had the second Miss Yao come to Jinzhou?

That afternoon, when Zhulan returned, Su Xuan discussed the events at the Lin family, "Miss Lin didn’t anticipate it; though second Miss Yao is proud, she is not foolish and didn’t manipulate successfully."

This time, rather than stealing a chicken to gain an egg, she ended up losing her rice. The second Miss Yao was the type to hold a grudge.

Zhulan was very curious, "Why has the legitimate daughter of the Yao family come to Jinzhou City?"