readytorunbook Chapter 240 What kind of husband do you want?
Chapter 240 What kind of husband do you want?
Duke Sheng's face was grim.
He repeatedly instructed that Sheng Yunzhu's coming-of-age ceremony must not go wrong, but unfortunately, at this crucial moment, something still went wrong.
If only some relatives and friends had come to witness the ceremony today, it wouldn't have mattered if they were said to be a bit stingy afterward. But today, the matriarch of the Xiao family and the sixth princess came.
He knew all too well what the arrival of the Xiao family matriarch signified.
Although the crimes committed by those behind the plague in Yangguan City in the Northwest are too numerous to count, the discovery of a method to prevent and control smallpox is a contribution that will last for generations.
Military power in the Northwest fell into the hands of the Sheng family.
He is the true head of the Sheng family.
The old lady of the Xiao family came to explain that the Third Prince intended to arrange a marriage, and the Emperor had tacitly agreed.
The Emperor's tacit approval further demonstrates that he now favors the Third Prince.
Therefore, he had to keep Sheng Yunzhu in check and ensure the marriage went through; there could be no unexpected events.
Therefore, Sheng Yunzhu's identity must not be exposed under any circumstances.
Even if it's exposed, he can only choose Sheng Yunzhu.
Duke Sheng gave Sheng Yunzhu a deep look and replied to Madam Li, "Mother, rest assured, I will definitely have someone investigate this matter thoroughly and give Yunzhu justice."
Then he turned and went out, beckoning to his trusted aide and whispering, "Keep a close watch on the madam. No matter what, she must not be allowed to leave the hospital today."
The trusted confidant hurriedly left after receiving the order, but Duke Sheng dared not be careless in the slightest. He turned back to the flower hall and said to Sheng Yunzhu, "I will definitely give you an explanation for today's matter. Don't miss the auspicious time. Go and pay your respects first."
With the Duke of Sheng's guarantee, Sheng Yunzhu nodded through her tears: "Thank you, Father, for upholding justice for Yunzhu."
Madam Sheng promptly helped Old Madam Li to her feet, saying, "Please come together to witness the ceremony."
Seeing this, the others also got up and walked together toward the courtyard where the ceremony was being held.
Originally, the main guests and attendants that Madam Li had arranged for Sheng Yunzhu were from her maternal and paternal families. However, since Madam Xiao and the Sixth Princess came in person today, the main guests and attendants will naturally be Madam Xiao and the Sixth Princess.
With such an honor, it doesn't matter if the dress that Sheng Yunzhu originally arranged is ruined. Everyone present is not stupid. It seems that Sheng Yunzhu and the Third Prince are really about to have a good time together.
A few years ago, the Crown Prince would have been the dream lover of every girl in the capital. But since the Crown Prince's accident, the Third Prince has undoubtedly become the most sought-after candidate, not only as a husband, but also for the position.
Therefore, everyone looked at Sheng Yunzhu with envy at this moment.
Sheng Yunzhu stood in the center of the crowd, quietly listening to the congratulatory speeches for her coming-of-age ceremony. Seeing the envious looks from everyone around her, she became even more determined. She was not wrong. She could only get everything she wanted by climbing up the social ladder by any means necessary.
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Lu Yangyang has been very busy lately and was not originally scheduled to return to the Duke of Sheng's mansion.
However, the master brought back news from the Northwest that Sheng Junyao and the others would soon return to Beijing after handling the remaining matters, at the earliest by the end of February, and at the latest by mid-March.
That means I will definitely return to Beijing within a month.
Although Lu Yangyang didn't have high expectations for her coming-of-age ceremony, she would still be very happy if her older brother could return to the capital in time for it.
That's why she recently agreed to stay at the Duke of Sheng's mansion for the time being, according to Lady Lan's request.
On the day of Sheng Yunzhu's coming-of-age ceremony, Lu Yangyang naturally couldn't join in the fun. Sheng Yunjiao also didn't go, but instead came to Lu Yangyang's courtyard to chat and eat melon seeds with her.
He also told Lu Yangyang about going to see a play at Xianyin Pavilion a few days ago.
"You have no idea how fickle Li Duan is. She keeps saying that she likes her eldest brother the most, but when she sees a handsome man, she can't resist him. These days, she hasn't missed a single performance of that Young Master Ming's play. And that Young Master Ming is quite strange. He seems to have a good impression of Li Duan and always smiles at her. Isn't that strange?"
Lu Yangyang had promised to go to the Xianyin Pavilion to watch a play with them, but she was busy adjusting Mingruo's prescription and forgot about it, so she stood them up. Sheng Yunjiao, on the other hand, liked to join in the fun and went along.
Lu Yangyang recalled Mingruo's face; it was indeed the type that easily evoked feelings of goodwill.
But...
She shook her head and said firmly, "That's probably unlikely. With Xiao Li's mind only occupied by her older brother, it's probably difficult for her to change her mind. She probably just thinks that Young Master Ming's opera singing is good and just suits her taste."
Sheng Yunjiao nodded: "You're right, she does have a very clear goal in this matter."
"Hey, has your aunt mentioned marriage to you? My mother said that I'll be of marriageable age in two months and can start choosing a husband, but I can't figure out what kind of person I like. I also really want to know what it feels like to fall for someone. What about you, Yangyang, have you ever fallen for anyone? What kind of husband do you want?"
Lu Yangyang shook her head in surprise: "Why do we have to get married?"
Sheng Yunjiao's eyes widened: "You don't want to get married?"
Lu Yangyang was a little confused: "I don't know either. Maybe I'll find out in time. As for now..."
Lu Yangyang frowned. She couldn't figure out what it felt like to be moved, but when it came to the most handsome person, the Crown Prince's face immediately flashed through her mind.
She suddenly felt her face burning. What was she thinking?
Just then, Granny Shen rushed in: "Miss, something has happened... The dress that Third Miss wore for her coming-of-age ceremony was somehow cut up. She took the dress and ran to the Old Madam for help, saying... saying that you did it, and she was very certain of it. The Duke has already sent people to investigate and has sent someone to invite you over. The person should be here soon."
"What? That's utter nonsense! Yangyang hasn't even left the courtyard all day, how could we possibly touch her skirt? In broad daylight, what kind of dream is she having!" Sheng Yunjiao was the first to explode.
She came to find Lu Yangyang early in the morning, and the two of them stayed in the courtyard without going out for a single step. How could she possibly have touched Sheng Yunzhu's dress? This is simply absurd!
"This is outrageous! Is this how you frame someone? She just makes things up!" Sheng Yunjiao was furious.
Lu Yangyang asked Granny Shen, "Who came today?"
Granny Shen was taken aback, and quickly said the most important thing: "The old lady of the Xiao family and the sixth princess."
Then she realized the key to it, "This, this..."
Lu Yangyang sneered: "She just has these two people backing her up. As long as Duke Sheng doesn't want to offend the Third Prince and still wants to marry him, let alone if she falsely accuses me of ruining her dress, or even if she accuses me of stealing and turns black into white, Duke Sheng will stand up for her and make me confess."