Chapter 27 FCADW? IRTBTMOTMM
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Favoring Concubines and Destroying Wives? I Refuse to be the Mistress of this Marquis' Mansion
Chapter 27:
Visit Her Own Family with Her Newly-Wed Husband
On the day of returning to the Lin mansion, Lin Yunwan deliberately dressed up, not overly charming, just lightly enhancing her eyebrows. But with her naturally stunning appearance, a slight touch-up on her features made her look remarkably enchanting.
When Lu Zhengliu saw her, he was momentarily stunned. It was Lin Yunwan who spoke first, "Eldest Young Master, I'll board the carriage first."
Lu Zhengliu only then nodded in response.
Upon arriving at the Lin residence, the elderly steward of the Lin family came to open the door, welcoming them with a smile and bowing graciously, "Madam and Young Master have been waiting for you. Please come in, Young Madam and Young Master."
The hospitality of the Lin family's steward made him feel somewhat embarrassed, thinking of the matters at the Lu residence. He glanced at Lin Yunwan and felt a sense of guilt.
Passing through the courtyard gate and entering the yard, Lu Zhengliu suddenly held Lin Yunwan's hand. She was taken aback, feeling uncomfortable, and frowned, "Why is the Eldest Young Master doing this?"
Lu Zhengliu tightened his grip on her hand and explained, "I don't want your family to see us distant from each other and think I'm mistreating you. It's not about me..." He added, fearing she might misunderstand his intentions, "I'm not doing it for myself..."
If she were willing, he could treat her this way even when they returned to the Lu residence.
"No need."
Lin Yunwan pulled her hand back.
Lu Zhengliu's face stiffened for a moment, feeling some annoyance in his heart.
The Lin family's assets were modest, with only three courtyards. Apart from the house where the master lived at the back, there was also a three-room hall.
Walking to the entrance of the hall, the blindfolded Lady Lin eagerly groped her way out of the hall.
As the steward of the Lin family mentioned, she had been waiting for a long time. Dressed simply but neatly, her black-and-white mixed hair was adorned with a silver hairpin with auspicious cloud patterns, looking very excited. "Yunwan, are you back? You're back!"
Lin Yunwan held back her tears and approached, "Mother, it's me. I'm back."
Her daughter had returned.
In the previous life, how long had it been since her mother passed away? She could actually see her mother again!
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"Mother—"
Lin Yunwan almost couldn't speak for crying.
Lady Lin thought she had suffered some grievances, groped to grab her hand, and started crying too.
Lu Zhengliu stood on the side, feeling awkward and... heartbroken.
He had never known that Lin Yunwan was also a girl who could cry, shedding such warm tears.
The Duke of Wu Ding's residence did indeed bring her some grievances.
"Elder sister—Elder sister, you're back!"
Twelve-year-old Lin Yunyi joyfully ran out of the study, his eyes shining like stars. He was also a delicate young boy, with a resemblance to Lin Yunwan. Unlike ordinary young scholars, he had a bit more open and hearty demeanor.
"Little Brother Yi, why didn't you go to study today?" Lin Yunwan wiped away her tears and ruffled his hair.
Her brother's appearance was still youthful, nothing like in the previous life when he wore official attire, exuding an air of dignity reminiscent of their deceased father. Unfortunately, he later went to a remote place to benefit the common people, and they didn't have many chances to meet.
During her severe illness, she wrote a letter to her brother, not knowing if he received it or if he could make it back in time for her funeral.
Lin Yunyi still had the appearance of a young boy. He touched his nose, feeling a bit guilty yet proud. "I knew you would come back today, so I purposely asked for leave from the teacher."
Lin Yunwan quickly collected her thoughts.
She flicked his forehead, and the young boy blushed, looking at her with a face full of invitation and affection.
Unlike the dignified and cold elegance in the Marquis's residence, she no longer displayed such luxury. Her jet-black hair was like the clouds on Mount Wushan, and her bright and beautiful smile truly revealed the captivating charm a peony should possess.
Lu Zhengliu stared at her absentmindedly.
He had long forgotten his previous annoyance.
The family of three chatted for a while, and Lu Zhengliu also stepped forward to greet Mrs. Lin, "Mother-in-law."
Madam Lin, with her eyes blind, recognized the direction by sound and smiled faintly, saying, "Son-in-law." She then called Lin Yunyi, "Why haven't you greeted your brother-in-law?"
Lin Yunyi couldn't hide his emotions and replied indifferently, "Brother-in-law."
Marrying into the family, he lost his sister for seven years and even had a child adopted by his sister. Not driving him away was already a favor.
Madam Lin invited them into the hall. The Lin family was not wealthy, and the homecoming process was straightforward, involving only some trivial small talk.
Afterward, Lu Zhengliu wanted to go to Lin Yunwan's father's memorial tablet to burn some incense.
"As a son-in-law, there's no need to trouble yourself," Lin Yunwan declined.
Lu Zhengliu didn't insist. Since it was for her dignity, if she didn't want it, so be it.
Madam Lin then invited them for lunch.
Normally, if a bride's family was satisfied with the new son-in-law, they would host a lunch for him on the day of the homecoming. Because of the affairs of the Marquis's residence, Lin Yunyi had no intention of letting his brother-in-law stay for a meal.
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Madam Lin, being a woman and understanding her daughter's difficulties, didn't reveal anything and still offered them a meal.
After lunch, Lu Zhengliu had official duties to attend to and had to leave.
When Madam Lin bid farewell, she expressed genuine concern, "I noticed a difference in the son-in-law's voice. Was the journey back to the capital difficult? Did you catch a cold on the way?"
Lu Zhengliu coughed and replied, "It's nothing serious." Similar to Lin Yunwan, he had fallen ill with the changing weather in recent days.
"Health is not a trivial matter. Son-in-law should take it seriously," Madam Lin advised.
"I understand. Thank you for your concern, Mother-in-law."
Lin Yunwan lowered her gaze, calmly stirring the tea leaves in her teacup with the lid.
Madam Lin then instructed her son, "Yi'er, go and see off your brother-in-law."
"Fine, Mother." Lin Yunyi went reluctantly.
Madam Lin pulled Lin Yunwan into the room and asked with a frown, "Tell your mother what's going on. Why did you adopt a child into your name? And two of them!"
Lin Yunwan sighed silently. How should she explain?
She tried to console her mother, "Mother, I won't have my own children in this lifetime. But the adopted legitimate eldest son is a good child. If you don't mind, I can bring him back next time for you to meet."
Mrs. Lin burst into tears, tightly holding her daughter's hand, and said, "Why can't you have your own children? Does the son-in-law have health issues?"
"No."
"Then... is it you?" Madam Lin's heart ached even more.
"It's not that, Mother. Please don't ask anymore. Your daughter thinks this arrangement is fine. There's no need to bear the physical toll of childbirth," she wiped away her mother's tears.
Madam Lin was anxious, "Silly child, how can an adopted child be the same as your own?"
Lin Yunwan was helpless. She would never have any children with Lu Zhengliu in this lifetime. However, what Madam Guo said was true. A woman had no other option. Even if she married the wrong person, there was no turning back.
Mrs. Lin finally said, "Yunwan, you've always been sensible. No matter what, I won't ask anymore. If one day you want to come back home..."
"Mother, what about my little brother?"
Lin Yunwan sighed. If she were alone, she could leave cleanly, even become a nun for the rest of her life. But her brother wouldn't have a chance to enter officialdom.
"Leaving aside other matters, in the future, Yi'er will need someone to vouch for him in the imperial examinations, and our uncles won't help. Besides, he might need to establish connections through marriage, and if he has a daughter, his reputation will be tarnished because of me. Can you bear that?"
Madam Lin was heartbroken.
Lin Yunwan comforted her, "Mother, your daughter is living well. Chang Gong, my legitimate son, has a good character and is filial. Sometimes, I feel like he still carries some traits of our Lin family. You'll see when you meet him."
Madam Lin thought it was just words of comfort.
They didn't dwell on these matters for long. Madam Lin said, "Your father's death anniversary is approaching."
"Lately, I've been wanting to take Chang Gong to light a perpetual lamp for Father."
Madam Lin wanted to see him and agreed.
Lin Yunwan and her family went up the mountain together on the day they paid respects to Grand Tutor Lin.
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