Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!-Chapter 610 Impervious to Reason_1

The next day, Zhulan had Grandmother Song go and inquire about the rumors concerning Yushuang and Yu Lu. The information she brought back was almost as Zhulan had guessed: regarding Yushuang, her good looks were acknowledged, but every other aspect was neglected due to her plain appearance. Fortunately, Zhulan had changed Yushuang’s headwear, and her modest attire hadn’t invited any gossip.

The rumors about Yu Lu were all positive. Members of the Tao and Qi Clans personally said she had good fortune, and with others following their lead, many said Yu Lu had a fortunate appearance and a steady temperament, earning her a reputation similar to her aunt’s.

Truth be told, Zhulan was truly grateful to the Qi Clan, for, due to Miss Ran Yan of the Ran family, and also because her granddaughter was raised favored by the Empress, the Qi Clan’s word held great sway in official circles. Even the Princely Heir’s mansion and Magistrate Shen were very courteous to them.

Grandmother Song spoke in a low voice, "Miss Yushuang also sent someone to gather information this morning."

Zhulan, "You don’t have to hide it from her, just tell her if she wants to know."

This was also a part of growth. Previously, the instructions given to Yushuang were all theoretical, but now they’ve become more practical. It was to be hoped that the young girl would soon come around.

Grandmother Song, "Yes."

After Grandmother Song left, Zhou Shuren said, "You’re just overthinking things."

Zhulan, "I’d rather worry too much myself than have our granddaughters face an unhappy future."

Zhou Shuren held Zhulan’s hand, "You have me too!"

Zhulan smiled, "Then you’ll have to find a good match for Yushuang."

Zhou Shuren choked, finding a suitable match for his granddaughter Yushuang was indeed difficult.

Steward Ding came in, "Family Head, some of the Graduates have arrived."

Zhou Shuren stood up, "I’m heading to the front courtyard."

"Hmm."

Zhou Shuren was reluctant at heart; the person he least wanted to see was Shen Yang, but it was unfortunate that of the top five names on the list, except for He Shu who was still recovering from an injury and didn’t come, the remaining four had all arrived.

Zhou Shuren knew each of them, having dined together during the announcement of the exam results.

The number one Graduate, Liu, was the first to speak, "We will set off for the capital tomorrow, and today we’ve specifically come to visit and disturb your rest."

Zhou Shuren looked at Graduate Liu, who was not young either, at thirty-five years of age, very reminiscent of himself in his younger days, "Jinzhou Province is only half a day’s journey from the capital, why are you headed there so early?"

Graduate Liu explained, "Exactly because it’s close, we want to head there earlier to pick a good residence, to avoid the rush and worry about accommodations later."

Zhou Shuren had merely asked casually, and one couldn’t trust Graduate Liu’s words—just look at their attire, they were all obviously well-off.

Shen Yang felt a knotty discomfort; he had aimed for first place and was initially happy that He Shu’s injury would have affected his performance, only for Scholar Liu to come out of nowhere. He too wanted to chat more with Master Zhou, but with Graduate Liu present, he had to wait.

Zhou Shuren looked at the four Graduates, clear in his heart that it wasn’t Shen Yang’s idea to visit in a group. Excluding Graduate Liu, he didn’t know who among the remaining Cao and Ma had initiated it.

This realization weighed heavy on Zhou Shuren; over the years, how many had entered the court and the local government through the imperial exams?

In Zhou family village, Chang Lian and his wife, along with Rongchuan, arrived at the Jiang family’s home. Chang Lian said, "We’ve been away from home for many days now; my parents must be extremely anxious. We will start back tomorrow, and today we specially came to bid farewell to my sister."

Xue Mei said reluctantly, "You’re leaving tomorrow?"

Chang Lian, "We’ve already delayed for some days, and we can’t postpone any longer."

He missed his parents and his daughter, and he didn’t want to keep Rongchuan around any longer; since both he and Rongchuan had passed the exams, he was concerned about potential mishaps.

Xue Mei, "I’ll call your brother-in-law back, and today you two can have a good drink."

Chang Lian smiled, "Alright."

Xue Mei went to find her husband personally. On the way to the clan school, people greeted her, all connections brought by her maiden family. With her brother and Rongchuan having become Graduates, it meant that there were promising successors in the Zhou Clan, and her own status within the clan had risen considerably.

Xue Mei was pleased internally. She hoped for the Zhou family to flourish even more and, thinking of her eldest nephew, Mingyun, and her fourth brother, Chang Zhi, her steps grew even lighter.

Lady Dong and Chang Lian also went to the Jiang family’s home.

This time, having spent a good number of days in Pingzhou, Lady Dong was extremely concerned about her eldest sister’s family. Upon arriving at the gate of the courtyard, Lady Dong looked at the orderly yard, "Husband, I truly admire my elder sister from the bottom of my heart."

Even if she has fallen into the dust, she still lives her life earnestly.

Chang Lian also admired his elder aunt, "Let’s go inside."

Dong Yiyi was pleased to see her sister and brother-in-law, "You’re back. You should have just come without bringing anything. You have already taken great care of us."

Dong Chuchu said, "These are for the children, and the medicine and medicinal wine are specially bought by Chang Lian for brother-in-law."

Dong Yiyi’s eyes reddened, "Thank you and brother-in-law."

If it weren’t for the care of her sister and brother-in-law, it would have been impossible for her family to settle down in Zhou Village, let alone live the stable life they have now. After brother-in-law became a Graduate, my brothers and sisters-in-law from my maternal family have become much more restrained, and that is enough.

Chang Lian was already chatting with Jiang Ming, who asked, "Will you and Rongchuan be heading to the capital together next year?"

Chang Lian nodded, "Yes."

Jiang Ming said, "I don’t really have any particular advice to give you, I can only speak from my own experience, you must steady your heart."

Chang Lian smiled, "Thank you, brother-in-law. However, don’t you plan to send Muchen to the Zhou Clan school? The Clan school of the Zhou family is quite good, and I think it’s better for children to go to school."

Jiang Ming looked at his son beside him, "I understand what you mean."

Chang Lian said no more, hoping that Muchen would interact more with children of his age, to avoid becoming too extreme from only being around his brother-in-law all day.

In the Zhou residence of Jinzhou Province, Zhulan raised an eyebrow, "Why have you returned so early?"

Zhou Shuren, holding his son, replied, "I don’t plan to stay for dinner."

Zhulan asked, "Is there something on your mind?"

Zhou Shuren made a sound of realization, "Shen Yang will head to the capital tomorrow, and I’ve just been giving it some thought."

"Isn’t that a good thing? Weren’t you looking forward to him leaving earlier?"

Zhou Shuren, holding his son’s chubby hand, "Indeed, it is a good thing, it’s just that his departure for the capital is a bit earlier than expected."

I wonder what schemes lie behind this. Is he not planning to wait for next year’s imperial examination?

Zhulan laughed, "I think there have been too many surprises, and you are impervious to persuasion. It’s better for him to leave early. There’s no longer any need to stay in Jinzhou."

Upon hearing this, Zhou Shuren laughed, "That’s true. It’s unnecessary to drag this out any longer."

Laughter filled Zhulan’s eyes, as all the traps had been laid out by Zhou Shuren, yet his insight was sharp, and he never jumped in, forcing a change of plans, "The capital will certainly be very lively soon."

Zhou Shuren, weighing his son who perked up his ears to listen, said, "You’re small, do you understand what we’re talking about?"

Chang Xhong pouted, "Daddy, are you saying I’m dumb?"

He wouldn’t admit it; he indeed did not understand a thing!

Zhulan kissed her son, "Chang Xhong is the smartest."

The name, having been used so often, just rolled off the tongue now!

The little fellow held his head high with pride, "Dad, I’m smart. I recognize all the animals in the pictures."

Zhou Shuren smiled, "Is that so? Then Daddy will have to test you."

"Alright."

Zhulan sat to the side, watching the father and son interact. Whenever Zhou Shuren was not on duty, the little one was very clingy to Daddy. Seeing how Zhou Shuren doted on his son, Zhulan smiled; Zhou Shuren really was quite the father to his son!