GBP Chapter 33 Even a dog wouldn't believe it
Chapter 33 Even a dog wouldn't believe it
Xiao Fu was about to explain something when Wei Dongning changed the subject: "Never mind, let's go back to the manor. Ask Aunt Zhou and the others to make some sweets tonight. I didn't eat enough at the birthday banquet today."
Views on marriage and childbirth differ depending on the era in which people grow up, so there is no standard answer.
Xiao Fu was completely baffled.
I just felt that Miss's mood hadn't been very cheerful ever since she met Madam today.
This was completely different from the joy he felt upon seeing his wife in the past.
But since the young lady says she's alright, then she must be alright.
As Wei Dongning had expected, the little scandal at the Marquis of Anyang's residence spread throughout the streets and alleys in less than an hour.
Even Gu Peiyan, who is usually uninterested in rumors, listened to quite a lot of them in one afternoon.
Moreover, besides the fact that Jiang Hongwen got his mistress pregnant, he also heard people saying that Jiang Hongwen was not actually the biological son of the Marquis of Anyang.
This was undoubtedly a major event for a hereditary marquisate.
The position of the Marquis of Anyang's heir is still undecided, but in any case, it is impossible to hand it over to an imposter.
Such explosive news naturally reached Wei Dongning's ears as well.
Upon hearing this news, Wei Dongning was so shocked that she jumped up from her chair.
"Are you telling the truth?"
"The servant in charge of purchasing just brought back the news, so he probably wouldn't lie."
Wei Dongning rubbed her hands excitedly: "Go and find out. Come back and tell me when you have any news."
"Yes, Miss, I'll go right away."
Under Wei Dongning's expectant gaze, Xiao Fu was full of ambition, determined to find out the most accurate information for her young lady.
After Xiao Fu left, Wei Dongning couldn't wait to start gossiping with Xiao Wu: "Wu Bao, Wu Bao, the real and fake young master literature!"
Xiao Wu never expected that one melon would be even more delicious than the last: "I knew it! The world is a giant novel about persimmons! No wonder the Supreme God sent me down to this world, it turns out he loves me so much!"
"Xiao Wu, you said that in this era without DNA technology, how do they determine whether someone is their biological child?"
Anyone who has watched "Empresses in the Palace" knows how unreliable blood kinship testing is.
Adding a little alum or clear oil can easily change the result.
Moreover, experts and scholars have long stated that there is no scientific basis for blood kinship testing.
"The only way is a blood test to determine kinship. But today I saw that Jiang Hongwen and Lady Anyang look very similar, so it's possible that the rumors circulating outside are false."
Wei Dongning recalled their appearances for a moment, then sat up straight: "I have a bold idea."
"I think the same thing as you."
"If that's true, then things will get interesting."
Wei Dongning and Xiao Wu simultaneously curled their lips into a wicked smile.
Xiao Fu and Gu Peiyan returned at almost the same time.
Upon returning, Xiao Fu couldn't wait to tell everyone the news he had gathered: "It is said that someone saw a man in the outskirts of the capital who is about the same age as Young Master Jiang and looks more like Marquis Anyang. That's why some people say that the current Young Master Jiang is a fake."
"You don't seem surprised?" Wei Dongning turned to look at Gu Peiyan, who was calmly pouring tea for herself. "Did you hear about this at the Censorate as well?"
Gu Peiyan pushed the teacup to Wei Dongning's side, her tone completely flat: "I did hear a little bit, more or less."
"You know what? I have a bold idea right now."
"what?"
Wei Dongning leaned close to Gu Peiyan, covered her mouth with her hand, and whispered in his ear, "Jiang Hongwen is the child of the Lady of Anyang Marquis, but not the child of the Marquis of Anyang. Do you understand what I mean?"
"If that's the case, then things might get a bit complicated." Gu Peiyan wasn't surprised by her bold guess.
He believed she must have her reasons for saying that.
"If you hear any new news, be sure to come back and tell me as soon as possible."
"Okay. How are you feeling today? Is there anything bothering you?"
"No."
Thankfully, she took the painkillers Xiao Wu gave her before going out today, otherwise she wouldn't have had the energy to listen to the gossip.
Seeing that Wei Dongning's mood had improved again, Xiao Fu finally felt relieved.
They pulled Qianrong, who was standing there like a pillar, out of the room.
Once they were alone in the room, Gu Peiyan looked at Wei Dongning, who had a languid expression, and asked, "Xiao Fu just told me you weren't in a good mood today? Do you want to tell me about it?"
Wei Dongning was surprised that Xiao Fu had told him such a small thing, and secretly thought, "She's so quick to talk."
But she still told Gu Peiyan what Bai Suyun had told her that day: "What are your thoughts?"
"Getting married and having children is perfectly normal," Gu Peiyan replied without hesitation.
Upon hearing this, Wei Dongning's expression darkened once again.
Then she heard Gu Peiyan add, "But if you don't want to, it's fine to wait two years."
"Thank you."
Wei Dongning wasn't against having children, especially since she had discussed with Su Yizhuo back in the modern era that she wanted to have two babies if possible in the future.
However, given her upbringing and education, she finds it unacceptable to have a child at this age.
She's still a child!
“You are my wife, there’s no need to be so polite. I will speak to my father myself.”
"It seems the Third Prince is going to propose marriage to my family tomorrow."
I've heard a little about it.
"Gu Peiyan, did you go to the Censorate to work or to listen to gossip? How come you can hear about everything?"
"Since it's related to you, I listened in a bit more."
Wei Dongning awkwardly turned her head away: "Thank you."
"Madam, there's no need for such politeness."
"By the way, if my mother and the others are urging us to go back to the Marquis's mansion, could you help me deal with them too?" Wei Dongning blinked her big eyes.
For a moment, Gu Peiyan couldn't find the words to refuse: "Okay."
With Gu Peiyan's assurance, Wei Dongning was overjoyed.
Outsourcing your worries is practically the same as eliminating them.
She's incredibly smart.
Some are happy, some are sad.
Bai Suyun and Wei Qiuci returned to the Marquis's residence and told Wei Liangzhe, who had just returned from the martial arts training ground, about the Third Prince's upcoming visit the next day.
Wei Liangzhe remained silent throughout.
Neither of his daughters' marriages were of importance to him, nor were they matters that he had no control over.
"Lord Marquis?"
Wei Liangzhe frowned and said, "You know, I never wanted my Wei family to have another marriage alliance with the royal family."
The royal court is a dangerous place; one wrong step and you're doomed.
Unfortunately, this incident happened in full view of everyone.
It seems he has no choice but to agree, even if he doesn't want to.
Wei Qiuci has completely figured it out.
She had said long ago that it didn't matter who she married.
Marrying the Third Prince is practically the best solution in her life.
In particular, this person has a face that looks just like the prince, making him the perfect stand-in.
It's much better than marrying someone else who has absolutely nothing in common with the Crown Prince.
To Wei Liangzhe's surprise, the Third Prince knelt down in the main hall just before the court session ended, asking the Emperor to grant him a marriage.
Even a dog wouldn't believe the reason I gave.