RPAGF Chapter 198 The Art of Husband Taming
Chapter 198 The Art of Husband Taming
“Hey, wait a minute,” Shen Funian grabbed Wen Jiayue, “I still don’t know why Jianhu was suddenly built.”
Wen Jiayue asked in surprise, "Then how did you know about this?"
"I was so angry with that little brat that I had a headache. Furong told me there was a big commotion in the manor, so I came out to see what was going on."
Wen Jiayue helplessly advised, "Don't push Yao'er too hard. He's only four and a half years old."
“I know, I know,” Shen Funian said dismissively. “Just tell me already.”
Wen Jiayue explained, "Grandmother's fate lacked water, and having more water in the mansion would be good for her, so the Marquis began to build a lake."
Shen Funian pursed her lips: "Big brother is indeed filial."
Her attitude toward her grandmother was similar to Shen Fuyou's: indifferent, and even somewhat resentful.
To put it bluntly, she was actually hoping her grandmother would pass away soon, so she wouldn't be causing trouble and creating chaos in the mansion all day long.
In her opinion, the Marquis's mansion would be at least ten times more harmonious without a grandmother.
Wen Jiayue didn't respond to that. After all, she was just a granddaughter-in-law, and there was a distance between them. There were some things that Shen Funian could say, but she couldn't.
After saying goodbye to Shen Funian, she returned to her bedroom.
As soon as he sat down, a maidservant reported that Lin Qianqian was requesting an audience.
Wen Jiayue nodded and said, "Let her in."
Lin Qianqian and Ling He have been married for almost two months. Apart from seeing her once on the first day of their marriage, he has not seen her at any other time.
Wen Jiayue also wanted to find out how Lin Qianqian was doing, and her arrival was just in time.
Lin Qianqian quickly entered and curtsied, saying, "Greetings, cousin-in-law."
Wen Jiayue smiled and said, "Please sit down. Ruyi, serve some tea."
She looked at Lin Qianqian, who was dressed in a married woman's hairstyle, and felt a little uncomfortable.
However, she had a few more hairpins in her hair than when she was unmarried.
Although it was just a simple silver hairpin, it meant that she was doing well.
Moreover, Lin Qianqian's complexion was rosy, and the sorrow in her eyes had faded somewhat, making her appear radiant.
Wen Jiayue was relieved; it seemed that her married life was quite comfortable.
Lin Qianqian sat down and said softly, "Qianqian came without saying a word, I'm sorry to bother you, cousin-in-law, I hope you won't mind."
"What do you mean by strange? Saying that makes you seem distant," Wen Jiayue said reproachfully. "I'd be happy if you came over and talked to me."
She really liked this cousin; although she was quiet, she was very considerate in her words and actions.
Lin Qianqian smiled shyly and said, "Then I'll come often in the future."
Wen Jiayue nodded slightly and asked, "After the marriage, is there anything you're unhappy about? Tell me, and I'll have the Marquis teach Guard Ling a lesson."
Lin Qianqian shook her head: "My husband treats me very well, and I have no complaints."
On the third day of their marriage, she used her emotions and reason to successfully persuade Ling He to give her all the money he had saved over the years.
Not only that, but he would also give her his monthly allowance from now on.
Ling He was always out early and back late. Even when it was his turn to rest, he would stay in the study. The two of them could only see each other at night.
He was a man of few words and would never order her around, so she was extremely comfortable at home.
Having both money and free time, she would occasionally go out for a stroll and buy a lot of things to decorate her little home.
Of course, she would also buy herself rouge, face powder, hairpins, and clothes, and occasionally use Ling He's money to buy him things, and he would even thank her.
The two lived together in this respectful manner, and apart from the lack of love between them, there was nothing that bothered them.
After hearing this, Wen Jiayue felt a little envious, but mostly happy for Lin Qianqian.
She smiled and said, "In that case, I'm relieved."
Lin Qianqian took a small sip of tea before mustering the courage to speak her mind.
"Sister-in-law, actually I've come today to apologize."
Wen Jiayue was taken aback: "Apologize for what?"
"Apologize on behalf of my husband," Lin Qianqian said as she stood up. "He offended my cousin-in-law yesterday. Please don't take it to heart. You know he's a simple-minded person and doesn't think too much."
Wen Jiayue was completely confused: "When did I offend you?"
She did see Ling He last night, but he was accompanying her as one of the guards. She didn't even speak to him, so what could she have offended?
Seeing her confusion, Lin Qianqian explained, "Yesterday, my cousin's wife returned home, carried back by my cousin. My husband actually said, said..."
Seeing that she was hesitant to speak, Wen Jiayue asked curiously, "What did you say?"
Lin Qianqian said in a barely audible voice, "He said he could hug me so my cousin could rest."
Wen Jiayue: "..."
These are indeed words that Ling He would say.
Lin Qianqian quickly explained, "My husband absolutely did not mean to offend my cousin-in-law. He meant that men and women are the same in his eyes, and the important thing is that my cousin should not be burdened. As a guard, he should share the burden with his master."
She tried to explain herself urgently, which made Wen Jiayue chuckle.
"Don't worry, I understand what Guard Ling means."
Lin Qianqian finally breathed a sigh of relief.
“After my husband told me about this last night, I explained these principles to him, and he will not say such things again.”
Wen Jiayue asked in surprise, "He's actually listening to you so much now?"
Unexpectedly, Lin Qianqian is quite good at training people. People from the Lin family even taught her the art of controlling her husband.
Lin Qianqian shook her head: "My cousin told me to come back and ask him, so my opinion represents his opinion. Therefore, he will listen to whatever I say."
Wen Jiayue seemed to be deep in thought.
"In that case, I'll have the Marquis tell him to listen to you from now on, how about that?"
Lin Qianqian blinked, thinking the suggestion was good.
"But, will it really work?"
Seeing that she agreed, Wen Jiayue said, "Let's give it a try."
As evening approached, Sibo returned.
“Madam, the Marquis is going to the Princess’s residence tonight and should be back within half an hour. If you are not hungry, you can wait until the Marquis returns before having your meal.”
Wen Jiayue nodded and said, "I understand."
In the past, she would have eaten earlier after hearing this.
But tonight she plans to wait for him.
Since Shen Fuhan said he had absolutely no ulterior motives towards Li Zhilan, she should show her attitude and trust him for the time being.
If Shen Fuhan was lying to her, he would definitely find clues in the smallest details. How could he find out if they didn't have a meal together?
Before half an hour had passed, Shen Fuhan returned.
Wen Jiayue instructed Ruyi to serve the meal.
Shen Fuhan paused, then asked, "Are you really waiting for me?"
He hadn't held out much hope, thinking she wouldn't wait for him.
He didn't go to the palace, but to the princess's residence; he took advantage of her being drunk last night...
But the words had already been spoken, and Sibo had already gone back. There was no going back on what had been said, so this was the only way.
Wen Jiayue nodded and said, "Please wash your hands and have your meal, Your Excellency."
Upon receiving an affirmative answer, Shen Fuhan's gaze became intense.
Unexpectedly, she actually waited for him.
Even he himself didn't realize that the corners of his lips had slightly turned up, and his usually cold expression had softened considerably.
He nodded and said, "Okay."
Shen Fuhan turned and left.
Watching his retreating figure, Wen Jiayue frowned slightly.
Why is he in such a good mood?