Remarrying Chun Yuan

Chapter 212 Tools

When Tong Jia'er returned to the Tong family mansion and caused a scene, she naturally brought up the marriage proposal from the Liu family to protect herself.

In Madam Tong's eyes, they were all illegitimate children, and it didn't matter which one she married to the old eunuch; she didn't say it had to be Tong Jia'er.

It was indeed an accident that she was able to get close to the Liu family. That's why Madam Tong sent the nanny to the Liu family to inquire about the situation; it would be best if she could establish a connection with them.

Moreover, to be honest, the Tong family did look down on Liu Musheng. If it weren't for Yuan Cuo, their son-in-law, supporting them, the Liu family wouldn't have such glory, let alone Liu Yuechu's title of "Yiren".

Liu Yuechu's smile gradually faded. She preferred to stick to the facts and hated being threatened.

"We have many shameful secrets in our household, which Prefect Tong can report to the court for His Majesty to decide. A girl who wants to be an old eunuch's concubine also wants to become my sister-in-law in the Liu family? Ha."

Liu Yuechu directly served tea to the guests and left a remark before departing: "Is there something wrong with the feng shui of your Tong family's residence? Not only are people dying every few days, but the lintel is also getting crooked."

In her past life, Tong Jia'er's elder brother, who was also the eldest son of the Prefect of Tong, was extremely cruel and killed people every few days.

Upon hearing this, the nanny dared not say anything more and could only return to the Tong residence dejectedly, relaying Liu Yuechu's attitude.

Madam Tong frowned, "So it really was that little bitch who lied to me!"

"But Liu Yuechu is too ungrateful. She comes from a merchant family and she really thinks she's something special!"

Madam Tong was born into the Zhongyong Earl's family, and was an illegitimate daughter.

Back then, her father would marry his illegitimate daughters to poor men or make connections for personal gain. As long as one of them became successful, he could support the legitimate family and make the family fortune large.

She made a fortune by marrying her husband, who rose through the ranks to become the Prefect of the Capital. So she learned this trick and kept arranging for her husband to take concubines. The illegitimate daughters she gave birth to were all used as tools to bind their interests. Tong Jia'er was one of them.

Originally, she wanted to give Tong Jia'er to Eunuch Hua of the Imperial Household Department because her eldest daughter had entered the palace this year and was named Consort Tong, and she hoped that Eunuch Hua could take good care of her.

If her daughter could bear His Majesty a son or daughter, their household would be promoted again.

"His Majesty dotes on the Liu family. There's no need for you to clash with them at this time," the nanny advised from the side.

Madam Tong naturally understood this principle. "Let her continue preparing to marry Eunuch Hua. The Liu family is already completely controlled by that young lady; she won't gain anything by going." She should just obediently serve as a tool for her daughter…

Upon hearing the lady's order, the nanny immediately instructed someone to relay the message.

When Tong Jia'er went crazy, Suozi's wife also came to the Liu family. She had no awareness of the old lady's passing and started gossiping.

"I really didn't know if you hadn't told me, but Prefect Tong has ten illegitimate daughters. Six of them are now married, all as concubines in various mansions. None of them are his principal wife."

"Moreover, the person who arranged this marriage for Tong Jia'er is Eunuch Hua, and Eunuch Hua's daughter is someone I know."

"He has a small courtyard house in the south of the city, where he keeps four or five...tsk tsk, an old eunuch, he's really never idle."

"Moreover, Madam Tong's daughter entered the palace and was given the title of Consort Tong. I heard that she is quite favored, and His Majesty has chosen her many times."

……

Suozi's wife was eloquent and outspoken, tearing apart the Tong family's reputation without holding back.

Liu Yuechu was dumbfounded; she really hadn't expected this.

"Which mansions did they all become concubines in?"

"The Duke of Jingguo's mansion, the Minister of Revenue's mansion, the Vice Minister of War's mansion, and one more was given to the old Imperial Brother-in-law."

"The young master of the Duke of Jingguo's mansion is quite good." Liu Yuechu recalled the man whose face turned red when he spoke.

Suozi's wife looked completely bewildered. "What are you thinking? Becoming a concubine for the young master? She'd be thrilled! She'd rather become a concubine for the old Duke!"

Liu Yuechu: "...She's completely treating illegitimate daughters like they're not human! Even if these aren't eunuchs, they're still a bunch of old geezers!"

"Such sordid matters are best left unsaid; there's no need to pry into them so thoroughly," Granny Fang scolded her daughter-in-law, forbidding her from using such vulgar language. How could such talk be appropriate for a respectable household? It was utterly shameful to even hear.

“This is what my master asked me to find out. Besides, I also found out that this Jia’er girl has an affair with her cousin and may already be pregnant.” Suozi’s wife took out the pawn shop receipt. “She came here before and pawned a gilded hairpin. After receiving the money, she went to Wanshoutang across the street for a consultation. I know the doctor who took her pulse, so I was able to get some information out of him.”

With Liu Yuechu providing ample financial support, Suozi has taken over several pawnshops in the capital and is now the head of the largest pawnshop in the city.

Liu Yuechu sighed, "It seems I was right, I just wanted to find a new job as soon as possible."

"If she's pregnant, she can't marry Eunuch Hua. Does that mean Eunuch Hua will become a father unexpectedly?" Huajiao thought of the most sensitive question.

Liu Yuechu: "..."

Granny Fang and Suozi's wife: "..."

"Good heavens! I really didn't expect this!" Suozi's wife exclaimed. "I heard that old eunuch is really ruthless. No wonder she said she was going to kill him!"

Liu Yuechu couldn't help but sigh.

In her past life, her elder brother unexpectedly became a father; now, he's the eunuch Hua?

"As long as it has nothing to do with our household, that's fine." Liu Yuechu had no interest in touching on the secrets of other households. "Go and tell the third branch that they should not touch the Tong family again. Stay as far away as possible. If anything happens, don't come looking for me. I will not help you."

Locksmith's wife understood and immediately agreed.

But a dozen days later, when the old lady was burning the cinnamon sticks for the seventh month, Liu Shang rushed over in a hurry, "Something terrible has happened! Something really has happened this time!"

"The Tong family has caught Fang Ge'er red-handed and won't let him go. They even say that the girl is pregnant and that Fang Ge'er has to take responsibility!"

"You know Fang Ge'er. He has absolutely no relationship with that Tong Jia'er. I don't know how he got stuck with her!"

"Now the Tong family is demanding an explanation from us, or they will report us to the authorities."

"He's only just turned twenty this year, with a bright future ahead of him. If this matter isn't handled properly, it could be utterly disastrous!"

……

Liu Shangzhong was already in his thirties, and his beard had turned white. He collapsed to the ground, weeping bitterly. He cherished his only son, but he never expected to encounter such a thing!

Liu Musheng sneered from the side, "You even wanted me to be the one to take over before, Uncle, did a donkey kick your brain?! You'd better ask Brother Fang if that child is his or not. If it is, he should marry that woman and give you an explanation!"

"What do you mean 'it'? It's impossible!" Liu Shang burst into tears, looking at Liu Yuechu and Yuan Cuo. "The Tong family said that you two must go."

"You guys need to hurry and run over there. Fang Ge'er's skinny arms and legs can't take a beating at all!"