My Stepmother is Soft and Charming

Therefore, outsiders only knew that there was a rich and powerful Mr. Yan in Jinling City, but they never thought that he would be connected with the Du family in Sui'an City, thousands of miles away.

And Du Jingyi once pretended to be Mr. Yan and showed his face in front of everyone.

It hasn't been seen since.

Therefore, everyone said that Zhiqing Shenlong has seen its beginning but not its end.

It also added a lot of secrets to the wealth he had gathered.

Sometimes they say that he has a big shot behind him, and sometimes they say that he is so rich because of the amount of private mines and salt he holds in his hands.

What's more, it is said that he works for the Daxing royal family.

Although he is not an imperial businessman on the surface, he is a person in charge privately.

These secrets make many jealous people very afraid.

Therefore, do not dare to act rashly.

Thinking of this, Du Jingyi's face became darker and darker.

Those stupid relatives of the Du family want nothing more than the obvious Du family property.

If her cousin Jingxian is a successful man, she also hopes that her parents can adopt him as their heir, so that in the future there will be someone to take care of him and offer incense to him after his death.

But they happened to be a room full of narrow-minded and stupid people.

If they really inherit everything from the Du family, then Yan Zhiqing's affairs will come out sooner or later.

At that time, the Du family's escape route will really be gone.

That's why she and her parents are so afraid.

Her mother handed the box to her in front of her husband Shang Ji.

First, I saw that my uncle was not the type to covet his wife’s dowry.

Secondly, he just wanted her to take over Yan Zhiqing's affairs completely.

With the battle between the Duke's Mansion and her husband, no one would dare to seek trouble for her without fear of death.

With her around, Yan Zhiqing can live for one more day.

The Du family has finally decided on the overall situation, and there is still a turbulent situation in all directions, so there is a possibility of retreating unscathed.

After being silent for a long time, Du Jingyi made a decision in his mind.

Then he said to the maid next to him.

Cherry, put this box away and when you return to Xitang Courtyard, lock it firmly in the camphor wood box, do you understand?

Yes, young lady.

Outside in the yard, the sun was starting to heat up.

If Qiu Laohu struggles for the last time, Sui'an City will gradually become colder.

At the dinner table, the four of them had their own thoughts.

But the liveliness on the surface has to be faked.

Mrs. Du asked her servants to place several famous dishes from Jinling City in front of her son-in-law Shang Ji.

He said with a smile.

Second uncle, give it a try and see if this cook's craftsmanship is authentic or not?

Shang Ji said hmm, but he was not polite.

I took off my chopsticks and picked out a piece of sweet-scented osmanthus duck.

After taking this bite, the meat is not only tender but also juicy and not greasy, which shows that the cook really has some skills.

Then I tried a few mouthfuls of beauty liver, which was very crispy and refreshing.

Shang Ji gave a rare smile.

Then he said.

My father-in-law and mother-in-law have worked hard. This cook is good.

Hearing his compliment, the couple felt relieved.

Since you like it, eat more, or take the cook back with you, so you can eat it when you want.

Mr. Du is very generous to outsiders, let alone his own daughter and son-in-law.

Shang Ji was not polite when he saw this and opened his mouth to answer.

In a few days, when the general's mansion is repaired, my son-in-law will come back to ask for the cook.

This sentence made the couple raise their eyebrows.

They still don't know about the emperor's gift of ten thousand taels of gold and the general's palace.

Therefore, they are all a little curious.

But moving?

Um.

General's Mansion?

Shang Ji nodded, and Du Jingyi next to him explained.

The general has returned victorious and has received a reward from His Majesty. After a few days, after the general's mansion has been restored, my daughter will invite her parents to have a look.

Being able to move out and live alone is a good thing.

When the Du family and his wife heard this, they couldn't hide their smiles.

Apart from anything else, it would be easier to meet each other in the future.

So he said yes repeatedly.

After finishing the homecoming meal, it was time for Shang Ji and Du Jingyi to go back.

However, Du Jingyi was reluctant to leave when he left.

When Shang Ji saw her like this, his heart skipped a beat.

It's strange to say.

He had only been with the step-wife for three days since he returned home, but it seemed that he had already seen a few things about her.

At first he was dignified and generous, but he was dismissive when he was quarreling with others, he just watched the fun when it had nothing to do with him, and he had a lot of pity for his wife.

Today, she is even more delicate and charming like a daughter, and has a frown that hides her worries.

An expression or a statement made him take it to heart.

If someone had told him before that his whole life would be tied to such a bright and lively person, he would not have believed it.

But at this moment, I saw her eyes filled with tears.

Shang Ji had unbearable thoughts.

So, he said to Du Jingyi and the Du family.

Madam, why don't you have dinner here and then go back? I'm going to the camp to inspect, and I'll pick you up and take you back home with me. How about that?

May I?

As soon as Shang Ji finished speaking, Du Jingyi's eyes lit up.

Wherever the eyes move, they are delicate and charming.

Especially the pear dimples on the lips appear slightly, which makes it even more cute and touching.

Whoever looked at it didn't say a word, this young lady of the Du family, the young lady of the Duke's mansion is really a peach, shining with beauty.

Shang Ji swallowed slightly.

But he had excellent self-control, so he nodded and said yes.

Afterwards, he said goodbye to the Du family and his wife with clasped fists.

I will escort the general out.

In this sentence, Du Jingyi said it sincerely, so the ending sound was a little rising.

Shang Ji stepped forward, and the corners of his mouth also curved in a place that Du Jingyi didn't notice.

After sending him away, Du Jingyi quickly returned to Mingse Courtyard.

Mrs. Du now looks much more pleased with everything in her home, and even the unhappiness she felt just now because her family came to make trouble has almost dissipated.

Tangtang...

As soon as Du Jingyi entered the door, Mrs. Du called out.

Without Shang Ji present, they became completely unrestrained.

Mother...

Du Jingyi hurriedly ran to Mrs. Du, nestled in her arms like a child, nudging her back and forth like a kitten.

Mrs. Du also patted her gently on the back.

The last time mother and daughter were so close was a year ago.

I used to be afraid that you wouldn't be able to get married, and I was afraid that you would be wronged when you get married. Today, after taking a closer look at your husband, your father and I can feel relieved a lot. Apart from other things, just talking about his love for you. It’s good that we don’t have any sectarian views.”

Mrs. Du never had high demands on her son-in-law.

As long as he has a noble character, a peaceful family, a little bit of self-motivation and the ability to care for his wife, that's enough.