Transmigration into a Book: My Lord, Your Wife Has Taken Another Concubine for You

As the eldest daughter of the Xie family, Madam Hou's dowry must have been substantial. Coupled with the accumulation of wealth by those who managed the household, Lin Yanran couldn't even imagine how many valuable items Madam Hou possessed in her private treasury.

Lin Yanran no longer cared about Chu Mochen at all; her eyes were filled with longing for Old Madam Hou's private treasury.

Not to mention Old Madam Hou and Xie Anyan, even Zhou and Wu, who were watching the commotion, were stunned by Lin Yanran's request.

Zhou had always considered her mother-in-law's private treasury to belong to their second branch of the family. Now, hearing that her eldest sister-in-law wanted half of her mother-in-law's private treasury, she immediately forgot about watching the drama unfold and said, "Elder sister-in-law, how can we daughters-in-law covet the elder's private treasury?"

Lin Yanran wasn't intimidated by Zhou's loud voice. Instead, she explained with a smile, "Well, a daughter-in-law shouldn't be eyeing her mother-in-law's private coffers."

But this wasn't money my mother was willing to spend for her niece from her maternal family, nor was it money I was after.

Zhou was momentarily speechless, then glared fiercely at Xie Anyan.

Xie Anyan dared not meet Zhou's gaze, and could only lower her head, standing pitifully beside Old Madam Hou.

Old Madam Hou snapped out of her daze, her gaze towards Lin Yanran particularly complex. "This eldest daughter-in-law of hers really dares to ask for it!"

Madam Hou really didn't dare to break off relations at this moment. Although her eldest son had a concubine in his backyard, and his wife wouldn't give in, her eldest son wouldn't want Yan'er.

With a sorrowful expression, Old Madam Hou could only explain, "Once I die, these worldly possessions will eventually belong to the three brothers, so there's no need to rush."

Lin Yanran didn't care; after all, she wasn't the one in a hurry.

"Oh, then this young lady can wait at home! Once your aunt dies and I have obtained half of what she owns, I will send someone to fetch you to my residence."

The people present...

Madam Hou...

Ultimately, between being so angry she fainted and giving up, Old Madam Hou chose to continue collecting gold coins.

Seeing her eldest daughter-in-law's expression, Madam Xie knew that Lin Yanran was the type to not act until she saw a clear benefit. She could only keep a cold face and have Ruyue bring out another box filled with silver notes.

The process was the same as before, and Wen Zhu personally received the call.

"Here are fifty thousand taels of silver notes. Let Yan'er become a concubine in the main house! A noble concubine is too expensive; this old woman can't afford it."

The old lady Hou's tone was full of sarcastic remarks after losing money.

Seeing so many silver notes, Zhou Shi thought it best to act on her impulse. "Mother," she said, "our master's harem has been rather empty lately. I don't think my sister-in-law seems very willing. How about we let this cousin become a concubine in our second household?"

It wasn't that Zhou's love for her husband was too shallow; it was mainly that Old Madam Hou gave him too much.

Old Madam Hou felt that she would be driven to death by her two daughters-in-law sooner or later. She glared fiercely at Zhou Shi and cursed, "The second son's backyard is empty. As his wife, don't you know how to make arrangements for him?"

The second wife only has Yu-ge'er as her only son. If I don't cause you trouble, how dare you say these things in front of me?

After scolding Zhou, Old Madam Hou turned to her eldest daughter-in-law, Lin Yanran, and asked, "Eldest daughter-in-law, what do you have to say?"

Lin Yanran gestured for Wenzhu to put the box away. "Mother has given instructions, how could I dare disobey? Let Miss Xie go back to the main house with me now!"

Mother, rest assured, as long as Miss Xie behaves herself, your daughter-in-law won't deliberately cause her any trouble.

"If anything happens, Mother, if you're willing to spend money to protect her, we can discuss it all, we can discuss it all."

Of course, Madam Hou understood what Lin Yanran meant. She wanted to scold her eldest daughter-in-law for being so short-sighted, but she was also afraid that her eldest daughter-in-law would go crazy.

In the end, Old Madam Hou chose to avoid seeing it altogether, saying, "Alright, I'm tired too. You can all leave now!"

Lin Yanran was naturally delighted and returned to her main courtyard with her spoils and a concubine for Chu Mochen.

Lin Yanran arrived at her seat and immediately sat down in the main seat, looking at Xie Anyan below her, "Kneel down and serve tea!"

Xie Anyan, who had expected to face some difficulties, was surprised to find that the tea-pouring ceremony was approaching so quickly. She hurriedly knelt down and carefully accepted the teacup.

"Please have some tea, Madam."

Lin Yanran took the tea and symbolically sipped it before giving a serious lecture:

"I don't know why you insist on becoming the Marquis's concubine. But now that you've entered the Marquis's harem, you should serve him well and try your best to produce more offspring for him."

Don't get any ideas you shouldn't have, otherwise, not only will it be questionable whether the old lady can protect you, but it's also questionable whether she'll even be willing to protect you.

Xie Anyan replied respectfully, "This concubine will follow Madam's teachings."

Lin Yanran symbolically bestowed two items upon Xie Anyan, and then had someone take Xie Anyan to her courtyard.

Lin Yanran gave the courtyard next to Aunt Sun to Xie Anyan. She was looking forward to seeing what the effect would be if the two of them got together.

Lin Yanran had heard a little about the Xie family. It was said that the current Madam Xie was not a kind person. Lin Yanran did not think that the illegitimate daughter who could grow up safely under Madam Xie's care could be an innocent little rabbit.

Chu Mochen had finally finished his day's work and had just gotten into the sedan chair when he heard his servant Rong Wen report:

"There are only two important things happening in the manor today. The first is that the old lady has given you Miss Xie, the illegitimate daughter of the Marquis's eldest uncle, as your concubine."

The second thing is that today, when the concubines were paying their respects to Madam, Concubine Sun suggested setting up a small kitchen in her courtyard, and Madam agreed, with the accounts drawn from your private treasury.

After Rong Wen finished speaking, he quickly stepped aside. He was also a confidant of the Marquis and knew the Marquis's current financial situation. He could only say that he was barely making ends meet.

Although the Marquis still possesses clan property, it is all useful, and not much of it can truly be freely disposed of by him.

Rongwen didn't think that what Aunt Sun did would win him favor with the Marquis.

Upon hearing his subordinate's report, Chu Mochen's brows indeed furrowed even more deeply.

Upon arriving at the Marquis's residence, Chu Mochen went straight to Lin Yanran's main courtyard.

When Chu Mochen arrived, dinner was already laid out in the main courtyard. "Is Madam waiting for her husband?"

Lin Yanran cursed Chu Mochen in her heart for being shameless. She had just eaten too much at noon and wasn't hungry in the evening, so she asked him to serve the meal a little later.

Lin Yanran looked particularly happy. "I've developed a few new dishes in my little kitchen today. Please try them, Your Highness."

Chu Mochen smiled and sat down next to Lin Yanran. Looking at the table full of delicious food, his mood did indeed improve.

"The food you prepare in your little kitchen is getting better and better. Don't spoil that kid Chu Yunheng too much. He's studying at the clan school, and he has to go through all this trouble to come back for lunch."

I've noticed that kid has gotten fat lately.

Lin Yanran then shared her thoughts, "Speaking of Heng'er, I'd like to send him to Zhiren Academy. What does Your Excellency think?"

Chu Yunheng was, after all, his second son, and Chu Mochen still hoped that this son would be successful.

"Zhi Ren Academy is good, and I happen to have one more spot available, so I'll give it to Heng'er!"