Do You Know?: I, the Little Cabinet Elder, Regent of the World.

Chapter 150 The adultery is over!

Xuanhe Street, Jiying Lane.

“Ding-clang!”

The driver pulled on the reins, the horse stopped, and the copper bell hanging around its neck swung, making a clear sound.

The brocade curtain was gently lifted, revealing a person dressed in a light blue brocade robe and black boots, walking steadily on the ground with composure and gravitas, exuding an air of authority without anger.

"Huaijin." A soft call came, and a seven or eight-year-old child stepped off the carriage, dressed in a brocade robe, looking like a little adult.

A moment later, a beautiful woman in a long dress with lotus patterns, her jade bracelet swaying gently on her wrist, carrying a child of about one or two years old, lightly landed on the ground with her boutonniere.

"A good son-in-law."

Sheng Hong called out to him affectionately.

At this moment, Sheng Hong, Wang Ruofu and his wife, as well as Sheng Changbai, Sheng Changfeng, Sheng Rulan, Sheng Minglan, and Hai Shi, were all waiting for them.

Even Old Madam Sheng, unusually, came out to greet people.

After half a month apart, Sheng Hong looked much more haggard, and his every move seemed listless.

The remaining people were also affected to varying degrees.

"cousin."

"Eldest brother-in-law."

"Son-in-law".

The group bowed in succession.

Jiang Zhao nodded and returned the greeting with a cupped hand.

"My dear son-in-law, please." Sheng Hong turned slightly to the side and extended his hand.

Mo Lan fell into the water, Lin Qinshuang caught a cold, and Liang Han was exiled to the border.

It only took a few days from when Mo Lan was caught committing adultery, interrogated, and drowned.

In terms of effectiveness, the matter was handled promptly, and the adultery incident did not have a significant impact. According to outsiders, it was merely "helped up," and can be considered to have come to an end.

The women of the Sheng family, whether it be Old Madam Sheng, Wang Ruofu, or the younger generation like Rulan and Minglan, or even their daughter-in-law Hai, can finally breathe a sigh of relief.

At least, you don't have to worry about your reputation being ruined and you never being able to hold your head up high again.

However, the fact that the affair did not cause any external impact does not mean that it did not cause any internal impact.

Jiang Zhao knew everything about the affair from beginning to end!
This is the biggest internal impact!

As the Duke of Lu, the Right Vice Minister of the Ministry of Personnel, and the Grand Master of the Silver Seal, Jiang Zhao was undoubtedly the Sheng family's greatest asset.

Now that Mo Lan is dead and Liang Han has been exiled, the outside influence of their affair has been eliminated.

This naturally led to the need to address the internal impact.

What is internal influence?

The relationship between Jiang Zhao and Sheng Hong as father-in-law and son-in-law, and the relationship between Jiang Zhao and Sheng Hualan as husband and wife, are all internal factors.

Outsiders may not know the truth, but doesn't Jiang Zhao know it too?
Therefore, the entire Sheng family must give an explanation regarding this affair.

Or rather, attitude!

The purpose was to avoid affecting the harmony between Jiang Zhao and Sheng Hualan, as well as Jiang Zhao's attitude towards the Sheng family.

Any change, however slight, would be a devastating blow to the Sheng family.

This time, Sheng Hong specially hosted a banquet to make a statement.

Jiang Zhao nodded and strode inside.

Sheng Hong quickly followed and walked alongside him.

Shou'an Hall.

At the head of the table, Grandma Sheng held her great-grandson Jiang Xun, teasing him with a smile.

Below the seat of honor, each seat on the left and right is equipped with a small wooden table, on which fruits, snacks, and tea are placed.

Wang Ruofu and Sheng Hualan occupied the left and right head positions, respectively.

Hai Shi, Sheng Rulan, and Sheng Minglan took their seats in that order.

This is where the women gather.

"Hua'er, what about Zhao Ge'er?" Wang Ruofu asked anxiously, concerned for her daughter.

Originally, women were supposed to "follow their husbands after marriage," but the eldest daughter was expected to marry into a higher social class.

If she is truly affected by Mo Lan's affair, then the eldest daughter's future is destined to be difficult.

Even when she was betrayed by her concubine, Lady Sheng dared not utter a sound, as she had no family members to support her.

As someone who had long suffered provocations from favored concubines, Wang Ruofu knew all too well how difficult it was for his wife to be neglected.

Moreover, she was still the legitimate daughter of the Grand Tutor, and she only encountered the fate of being a "favored concubine," not the fate of being "killed as a wife."

Sheng Hualan shook her head, looking as if she still had lingering fear: "When Mo Lan's scandal spread, my husband asked me for details. Fortunately, I told him the truth, otherwise, I'm afraid I would have really suffered for the rest of my life."

With that, Sheng Hualan sighed.

Fortunately, she told the truth.

Otherwise, if the husband knew the truth, the couple would surely drift apart.

Once a couple falls out of love, it's almost a certainty that the wife will be favored over the concubine.

Of course, everything has two sides.

She married into the Jiang family by virtue of her husband's trust and favor.

This time, she even told her husband the truth about her "affair," which earned her even more of his favor.

Her two sons, Jiang Huaijin and Jiang Xun, have also effectively solidified her position.

Mo Lan's affair had almost no impact on her.

It could even be a positive aspect. Of course, she'd rather not have the positive aspects that come with her sister's affair.

In the main seat, Old Madam Sheng nodded: "When Mo Lan was caught in adultery and interrogated, I specifically said that she could be beaten to death and thrown out of the house, thus earning a reputation for strict family discipline. Unfortunately, Hong'er was ultimately too soft-hearted."

Grandma Sheng sighed softly, relieved, "Fortunately, you told Zhao-ge'er the truth, and your marriage remains harmonious, so it won't affect anything."

Jiang Zhao's attitude towards Sheng Hualan is of paramount importance.

Sheng Hualan nodded slightly.

In any case, she will try to visit her parents' home less often in the future.

This is a total rip-off!
"Speaking of which, if I remember correctly, Young Master Qi seems to be engaged?" Sheng Hualan raised her eyebrows slightly and glanced at her sixth sister.

She mentioned it specifically to prevent her sixth sister and Qi Heng from causing any more trouble.

"What? Young Master Qi is engaged?" Sheng Rulan immediately became interested and asked, "Who is it?"

She had long since lost all interest in the young master Qi, and was now mainly just observing with a gossipy mindset.

On the left, Sheng Minglan's lips trembled slightly, and her gaze wavered.

Everyone says they don't care, but who can truly not care at all?

The key point is, didn't Qi Heng make a promise?
Sheng Minglan's heart suddenly started beating much faster.

Young Master, have you broken the contract?
“She is the eldest granddaughter of Grand Secretary Shen, but her given name is still unknown,” Sheng Hualan replied.

"The Grand Secretary's eldest granddaughter?" Sheng Rulan asked in surprise, "Such high standards?"

On the left, Sheng Minglan lowered her head slightly and remained silent.

Young Master, you have truly broken your promise!

Even though she no longer hoped for a connection with the young master.

However, it was indeed the young master who broke his promise first!

He made the promise, and he broke it too!

study.

Jiang Zhao, Sheng Hong, Sheng Changbai, and Sheng Changfeng, holding ink brushes, copied calligraphy and paintings.

“My dear son-in-law, the fault lies with me for failing to properly discipline Mo Lan.”

Sheng Hong spoke in a low voice, while Sheng Changbai and Sheng Changfeng remained silent.

Given Sheng Changbai's personality, he naturally wouldn't say anything after his father admitted his mistake.

Sheng Changfeng, on the other hand, had mixed feelings.

His mother and sister died of illness, so he should have been saddened.

In reality, he wasn't particularly sad.

There was no other reason than that his mother and sister had given up on him first.

From the very beginning, neither of them considered his feelings when they had their affair.

It should be understood that, regardless of success or failure, he, as the son, would be caught in a dilemma.

His mother and sister died one after another, and he felt a mix of emotions that were hard to describe. He felt both sad and relieved.

Jiang Zhao took up his brush and copied a few characters.

In less than fifteen minutes, Sheng Hong had already said dozens of humble words.

Jiang Zhao didn't say anything, just listened quietly.

"My lord, son-in-law, eldest son, second son, please go and have your meal," Wang Ruofu's personal maid announced.

Sheng Hong sighed softly, forced himself to cheer up, and said with a forced smile, "My dear son-in-law, let's go have a simple meal together."

Jiang Zhao nodded.

Main hall.

Two wooden tables, each about ten feet long, can be put together to form a large dining table.

Grandma Sheng sat upright in the main seat, a smile on her face.

Jiang Zhao and Sheng Hualan were seated at the head of the table on the left and right, respectively.

Sheng Hong and Wang Ruofu sat in the second seat on the left and the second seat on the right, respectively, as guests.

The remaining people, led by Sheng Changbai and Jiang Huaijin, took their seats in turn.

No words are spoken when eating, and no words are spoken when sleeping.

During the meal for nearly ten people, apart from Sheng Hong occasionally saying a few words, almost no one spoke.

After a while, Jiang Zhao put down his bamboo chopsticks.

The remaining few people, who had been watching from the sidelines, all silently put down their chopsticks.

"Let's just let Mo Lan's matter rest," Jiang Zhao declared.

Upon hearing this, Sheng Hong was overjoyed and quickly grabbed a cup to pour wine.

"A good son-in-law."

A glass of wine was handed over.

Sheng Hong bowed solemnly and drank it all in one gulp.

Jiang Zhao nodded, a gentle smile appearing on his face.

One sip, and the cup is empty.

Laughter and conversation gradually filled the dining area.

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(End of this chapter)