Too high to reach

Chapter 209 Luring the wolf into the house
The couple arrived at the Zhou family's house.

Since I visited just two days ago, I don't plan to have dinner with you today.

Li Jing wished the old lady a Happy New Year and then spoke with Old Master Zhou at the front.

Mo Yi was behind, handing out New Year's money to the children in her family.

Not intending to stay long, Mo Yi directly told Old Madam Zhou, "The princess has been with you since childhood, and has spent every day with Ninth Miss, so she has a very deep affection for the Zhou family. A couple of days ago, she said she wanted to come back and stay."

But this time, the Prince is staying home for a longer period and hopes that the father and daughter can spend more time together and grow closer. "Grandma, how about I invite Miss Zhou Jiu to stay with us for a few days today? It's just that it's the New Year... making this request is a bit presumptuous. Please don't take offense."

Are you really letting her go? I thought she was just being polite before...

Grandma Zhou said, "Xiangxiang is young, and Your Highness is not much older either. It would be really difficult for you to take care of her. In my opinion, it would be fine to let Ajiu stay for a couple of days. What do you all think?"

Madam Zhou glanced at Mrs. Zhou, who was huddled in the corner, thin and with dark circles under her eyes.

She then looked at Mo Yi, knowing that there was a great deal of sincerity in her words.

The princess has many people around her and several sources of information.

The new princess knew exactly how the princess treated her after she entered the palace.

Moreover, the princess must know about the Zhou family's previous plans, yet she is still willing to be so close... This is beneficial to both the Zhou family and Xiangxiang.

“Mother, Xiangxiang has been with me for so many years. We've become accustomed to each other. Although she's now back in her own home, and the Princess is no stranger, I still worry about her. Now that the Princess has this intention, I naturally agree. Fifth sister-in-law… what do you say?”

Mrs. Friday was unwilling. She couldn't become a princess, and she already had enough positions as a concubine, so why would she go?
These days, I have to keep pestering the old lady to arrange a good marriage for her!
Besides... she's the only person in the entire Zhou family who truly cares for me. If she leaves, who will I rely on?

To whom can I confide my bitterness?

She only cared about herself and didn't consider her mother-in-law and sister-in-law's thoughts: "Mother, your daughter-in-law wants to help A-Jiu look after other people's families during the New Year..."

Grandma Zhou was displeased: "Your sister-in-law and I will think about this."

Mrs. Zhou was indignant. "You guys were still thinking about King Qi, but it didn't work out, did it?"
But she only dared to say one sentence, and didn't dare to say a second one, "Mother is right."

Mo Yi smiled and said, "My older sister is coming too, so the two young ladies can get to know each other. We also have a few relatives and friends to visit in the next few days, and with Ninth Miss accompanying us, Xiangxiang is more willing to go out."

"Then thank you very much for your help, Your Highness. Let Ajiu pack her things!" Madam Zhou turned to instruct the people around her.

Zhou Jiu and Xiang Xiang were waiting for news. They had almost finished packing when they heard someone calling them. So they came to say goodbye to the old lady and their mother.

After leaving the house, Mo Yi saw that it was still early, so she sent someone to the Mo family to invite Mo Yuan. There were indeed a few more places to visit in the next couple of days, and she would take them with her.

Upon returning to the Prince's residence, Consort Feng greeted him with her son.

I spotted Zhou Jiu in the crowd. She really came?
What is Mo Yi doing?
It's impossible for the Zhou family's daughter to become the prince's concubine. The worst that could happen is a secondary consort... but there are plenty of secondary consorts available!
Mo Yi didn't care what she was thinking with those burning eyes. "Consort Feng, is the courtyard where Miss Zhou Jiu lives all ready?"

Consort Feng then realized what was happening, "Your Majesty, everything is ready."

"Yes. My elder sister will be staying for a few days in a while. She can stay with Miss Zhou Jiu. I'll trouble Consort Feng to prepare another room."

"..." Consort Feng could hardly believe it and for a moment forgot to answer.

What is Mo Yi trying to do? She just married into the family and already wants two young ladies to live in the palace?

What kind of behavior is this?
Mo Yi ignored her and turned to Zhou Jiu and Li Xiangling, saying, "My sister is a very talkative person who loves excitement. Don't find her annoying."

Zhou Jiu's arrival at the Prince's Mansion allowed him to support Xiang Xiang, which made him feel much more relaxed.

Hearing Mo Yi say this, she quickly replied, "Your Majesty, I just hope your sister doesn't find Ajiu boring!"

Mo Yi had her maid summon Consort Tian and her three concubines as well.

Consort Tian was quite talkative, and she chatted with Mo Yi casually.

Not long after, news came from the second gate: Mo Yuan has arrived!

Mo Yi quickly sent Hongyan to pick her up.

Mo Yuan only brought one personal maid, but she carried three large suitcases of things!

Once she entered the second gate, she couldn't see enough.

"My goodness, my beauty, your lady lives here? Hey, when you came to my house, did it feel like a slum?" she said, leaning closer.

This made the beautiful woman laugh, "Fourth Miss Mo, you shouldn't be so self-deprecating!"

"That's why I wanted to chat with you!" Hongyan had someone take Mo Yuan's things and the little maid back to the house to pack, and then brought her directly to Mo Yi's place.

Everyone inside the house stared intently at the doorway.

Mo Yuan wore a dark green spring dress with a white fox fur collar cape. The several pearl hairpins she wore in her hair were quite exquisite.

Her face was like a lotus blossom, and her eyes curved like the moon.

She came gracefully, with delicate, small steps.

That kind of energy made the prince's concubines and mistresses suspect the princess's true purpose in summoning her.

Actually, Mo Yi was also a little worried. Her older sister was only interested in profit and would do anything to achieve her goals, regardless of the consequences.

But it's really hard to control.

If she hadn't known that the girl had no interest in the Prince of Qi, she wouldn't have dared to let her stay.

But please don't let others misunderstand, especially the prince!
"Mo Yuan greets Your Highness!" Mo Yuan smiled brightly and spoke softly.

Although she had a strong air of affectation, Li Jing could also see a unique kind of frankness in her.

He didn't dislike the feeling, so he nodded: "There aren't many people in your family, so you can settle in comfortably. If you need anything, just tell your sister."

"Yes." Mo Yuan smiled beautifully.

Li Jing stood up and said to Mo Yi, "You guys play by yourselves. I'll go to the front and have someone call me when it's time to eat." Then, she strode away.

Everyone stood up to see them off.

Then, they all sat down, and even Zhou Jiu and Xiang Xiang stared intently at Mo Yuan.

"Everyone, this is my fifth sister, Mo Yuan. Sister, this is Consort Feng, Tian..." She introduced the people present to her.

Mo Yuan admired Mo Yi greatly. With so many women in the prince's life, how could she possibly manage them all?
Wow, they're all so good-looking.

Especially these two concubines…tsk tsk! And this is Miss Zhou Jiu…oh, the former princess's sister! Hehe…

Everyone present looked at the person in front of them, their eyes sparkling as they scrutinized each one, nodding slightly with a satisfied expression...

Who is she? How dare she look at us like that?
Consort Feng's face turned cold, and she stood up. "Your Highness, I have other matters to attend to, so I will go take care of them first. Miss Mo's room should be ready by now. Please let me know if you have any special requests!"

After saying this, he bowed to Mo Yi and turned to leave.

They didn't even greet Mo Yuan, clearly showing them no respect...

The remaining people looked at Mo Yuan somewhat awkwardly.

Zhou Jiu, in particular, thought to himself that if it were him, he would be so embarrassed!

Who is Ke Moyuan?
Why would she care about that? She said excitedly, "Sister, your two aunts are so beautiful! Miss Zhou Jiu is beautiful too! Good heavens! I've really seen something amazing..."

"Hey, what do you guys usually do? Do you know how to play cards? Do you know how to play chess? Let's play together!"

"Oh, Your Highness, I've heard that the Prince's Mansion has its own troupe, with musicians playing instruments, singing, dancing, and even opera performances. Does your family have one?"

Mo Yi looked at her speechlessly.

Consort Tian chuckled, "Fourth Miss Mo, my lord doesn't like that kind of thing. I suggested it before, but he didn't agree."

Mo Yuan immediately looked at Consort Tian, ​​"Really! Then I'll bring it up again later. Sister, you should think about this, otherwise, when guests come, you won't have anything to show for it. Oh, Sister Tian, ​​your bracelet is so beautiful! I've heard that everything you wear is really nice!"

"Mo Yuan..." Mo Yi was so angry that she regretted it...

Consort Tian laughed heartily, "I love these! I'll buy them whenever I have the money! Go take a look later and I'll pick one out for you!"

"Really? You can't go back on your word!" Mo Yuan's eyes lit up with joy; it really was the right thing to do.

Her shrewdness to the point of being shameless was surprisingly not annoying at all; everyone just watched her with a smile.

Mo Yi rubbed his forehead, looking worried!

Is this considered letting a wolf into the house?
The previous chapter, "Driving Without a License," was locked, revised, and hasn't been released yet.

Let's read this chapter first. Sigh...

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