By a twist of fate, the illegitimate son of the Marquis's family marries the county princess.

Chapter 255 The Marquis's Family Banquet

"Master, Third Young Master, Madam said that the Third Young Master has returned to the capital after being away for several months. The family should get together, and dinner has been prepared in the main courtyard."

Wen Chuanhong was talking to Wen Zongji when he heard this and smiled: "Let's go, don't let your mother down."

Wen Zongji then left Juanqinzhai with Wen Chuanhong.

Seiin

Pei Rujing also received the message, and when she arrived at the main courtyard, the others had already arrived.

Wen Zongjing was with his wife, Liu, who was about to give birth and was now the focus of protection for the entire Marquis's mansion.

Wen Ge'er was ordered to stay away from Liu Shi, because children are reckless and prone to causing trouble.

Wen Ge'er is five years old this year. He was sent to the clan school for early education by Wen Zongren at a young age, and now he looks more mature than before.

Upon seeing Pei Rujing enter, he bowed respectfully like a little adult and said, "Greetings, Third Aunt."

Pei Rujing smiled and asked, "How is Wen-ge'er doing at the clan school?"

Upon hearing this, Wen Ge'er's composure vanished instantly, and he frowned, saying, "The teacher is so fierce."

Madam Zhong tapped his forehead impatiently: "If you hadn't been sleeping in class, why would the teacher have punished you?"

Wen-ge pouted: "But it's all because the teacher assigned too much homework. I didn't get enough sleep the night before, so I fell asleep in class."

Madam Jiang said with heartache for her grandson, "Wen-ge'er is still young. No matter how much you hope he will succeed, you can't push him too hard."

Madam Zhong sighed, "Mother-in-law, my husband has always been in charge of Wen-ge's studies."

She naturally felt sorry for her son, but it was Wen Zongren who arranged for Wen Ge'er to go to the clan school early.

Jiang said, "I'll find some time to talk to Zongren about it."

Wen Ge'er's eyes lit up, and he was waiting for his grandmother to save him from his predicament.

Jiang asked, "Is Yue'er feeling better?"

Yuejie was Wen Zongren's illegitimate daughter, and Pei Rujing even went to see her when she was a month old.

Yuejie fell ill recently. Newlyweds are too prone to dying, so Madam Zhong immediately sent someone to fetch a doctor. After several days of treatment, her condition improved somewhat.

"I've been taking the medicine and I'm feeling much better."

Jiang nodded: "Thank you for your trouble."

Madam Zhong smiled and said, "It's all what a daughter-in-law should do."

She could tolerate even a son born out of wedlock, let alone a daughter born out of wedlock.

Madam Jiang then turned to Madam Liu: "Once the second son's wife gives birth, there will be three grandchildren in the manor. That's wonderful! The Marquis and I love seeing new additions to the family."

This signifies a thriving family.

Madam Zhong said, "The midwife and wet nurse are all ready; we're just waiting for my second brother's wife to give birth."

Liu thanked her, saying, "Thank you for your trouble, sister-in-law."

"No need for formalities among family members."

As soon as he finished speaking, Wen Zongren and Wen Zongqi walked in together, with Wen Zongqi looking dejected with his head drooping.

Pei Rujing was somewhat puzzled.

Madam Zhong said in a low voice, "My husband and fourth brother arrived a while ago, but my husband just called my fourth brother out to talk."

Pei Rujing suddenly realized.

Wen Zongqi was probably eaten by Wen Zongji.

Because he was the youngest son of the legitimate wife, Madam Jiang doted on Wen Zongqi and couldn't bear to be harsh with him. Wen Chuanhong wanted to educate Wen Zongqi, but he was too busy and didn't have much time. At the same time, he also somewhat allowed Wen Zongqi to slack off.

Only Wen Zongren hadn't given up, and he would often urge Wen Zongqi to study hard, which made Wen Zongqi want to avoid him whenever he saw him.

Wen Zongren said with a stern face, "Mother, the marriage of my fourth brother must be settled as soon as possible."

Wen Zongqi was like a dead pig that doesn't fear boiling water; he ignored Wen Zongren's advice, letting it go in one ear and out the other. Wen Zongren could only hope that he would improve after getting married.

Wen Zongqi suddenly looked up: "Big Brother—"

Jiang said, "I've already made my selection."

In fact, Chiang Kai-shek had already chosen someone, but Wen Zongqi kept objecting, which is why it had been delayed.

However, since the palace no longer selects women under the age of sixteen, people below follow suit, and daughters from wealthy families begin to marry later, so Madam Jiang is no longer in such a hurry.

But now that Wen Zongren has brought up the matter, Jiang feels that it would be good to arrange the marriage in advance and let the two of them develop their relationship.

Wen Zongqi felt a chill run down his spine, sensing that something bad was about to happen.

Before Wen Zongqi could think further, Wen Zongji and Wen Chuanhong walked in.

Once everyone has arrived, we can begin our meal.

At the dinner table, Wen Zongren and his brothers were all concerned about what had happened to Wen Zongji during his trip away from Beijing.

Wen Zongqi was the most excited: "Third Brother, you've really become famous this time. I often hear people talking about you."

Jiang smiled and said, "Zongji is steady and capable; it was only a matter of time before he became famous."

Wen Zongji then congratulated Wen Zongren, saying, "I haven't congratulated you on the birth of your daughter yet, brother. Congratulations!"

Wen Zongren smiled and said, "I'll accept it."

"Is your second sister-in-law about to give birth?"

Wen Zongjing nodded: "It'll only be about half a month."

This was his first child, born to his legal wife, so Wen Zongjing was very nervous.

Wen Zongqi laughed and said, "Third brother, second brother is about to have an heir, and you're the only one missing."

There was a moment of silence at the dinner table after these words were spoken.

Jiang gritted her teeth inwardly, wishing she could shut Wen Zongqi up.

If you can't speak properly, just shut up!

Jiang quickly smoothed things over, saying, "These things depend on fate; when the time is right, it will happen naturally."

Wen Zongji and Pei Rujing, on the other hand, looked normal.

Wen Zongji said, "Mother is right. My wife and I are also waiting for our destiny."

Pei Rujing lowered her eyes and pouted, putting on such a convincing act. It was clear before that he didn't want the child.

The topic was quickly moved on, and everyone started talking about other things.

After dinner, everyone parted ways and left.

Wen Chuanhong stayed in the main courtyard.

Madam Jiang said, "Master, I'm planning to arrange a marriage for Zongqi, otherwise he'll never grow up."

Wen Chuanhong readily agreed: "It's good that you've made the arrangements, Madam. I trust your judgment."

This is not just empty talk; just look at Zhong and Liu to see that Jiang's eye for choosing daughters-in-law is indeed excellent.

"Then I'll let Zongqi meet that girl."

Chiang Kai-shek was determined not to indulge Wen Zongqi any longer and to settle things as soon as possible.

Even if Wen Zongqi doesn't improve, with his wife managing him in the future, Jiang Shi will have less to worry about.

Yunguangyuan

Pei Rujing looked at Wen Zongji with a quiet gaze.

Wen Zongji asked her, "What does my wife want to say?"

"I want to see how you developed this hypocritical facade."

It's clearly about bringing up old grievances.

Wen Zongji pretended to think for a moment and said, "He probably learned it on his own."

Pooh--

Wen Zongji hugged her and said, "I was wrong before. My wife is very magnanimous and doesn't hold it against me. I am extremely grateful."

Pei Rujing looked up: "It's good that you know."

Thank goodness she's so generous!