Tianliangyuan

Chapter 267 The Jiang Family's Decision

Upon learning of this, the Qu family immediately came forward to clarify that neither family had any intention of arranging a marriage, so the whole affair of kidnapping a bride was absurd!

In this way, although it would sever the possibility of a marriage alliance between the two families, since they are only illegitimate children, it wouldn't have a significant impact.

And most importantly, it was the interests of General Li and Minister Qu in the court that mattered most.

The Qu family's statement is essentially helping the Li family.

After all, no matter how widely this story spreads, it doesn't cause any loss to the man.

Although the rumors were clarified, it didn't shut everyone up.

There are always some psychologically twisted people who will deliberately speak in the name of bad people.

For example, "Flies don't land on eggs without cracks," so the Li family girl must have done something shameful, otherwise, how could there be such rumors?

This time, Xu Zhaozhao was determined to give them a real demonstration of what it means to have a reasoned and well-founded argument!

Yueke Teahouse, Chang'an County.

Jiang Fu was so angry that her face turned ashen, and she slapped him across the face.

"Useless trash! Is this how you do things? Now you've even dragged the Duke's mansion into this mess. What use are you to me?"

The one who was beaten was a steward under Jiang Fu, and also a loyal servant of the Jiang family who came with her as part of her dowry.

The man knelt on the ground, kowtowing and begging for mercy.

He knew his master's temperament all too well; if he couldn't appease her anger, his life would be in danger.

"Think of a way! No matter what, this matter must not involve me anymore."

"Master, the matter is now basically closed, and no one will continue to investigate."

Even powerful and wealthy families value their reputation.

Moreover, most powerful people have an unspoken understanding that they will not break off relations unless it is a matter of life and death.

After all, some things, if laid bare and analyzed, may not necessarily bring any benefits.

The Duke of Su's mansion is not currently showing signs of decline, so the Li family probably wouldn't dare to go any further.

"Foolish! Even if the Li family doesn't care, there's still the Marquis of Anxin's mansion! Who is Xu Zhaozhao? She's vindictive and not someone to be trifled with. I don't care what method you use, just think of a way!"

"Yes, master."

Just as the man stepped back, a handsome young man entered carrying a tray.

Seeing him finally lifted Jiang Wu's spirits somewhat.

"How did you come?"

"I heard that my sister-in-law was in a bad mood, so I came here to check on her."

The person who arrived was a relative from a collateral branch of the Duke of Su's family.

He couldn't pursue a career in government, so he could only help his family manage their businesses.

This Yueke Teahouse is owned by the Liu family.

Jiang Wu snorted, sat crookedly on the couch, and closed her eyes slightly, clearly waiting for the man to come forward and serve her.

The man chuckled softly, knowing perfectly well what his sister-in-law needed most at that moment.

In an instant, the temperature inside the room rose, and the handsome man and beautiful woman soon rolled around together.

Jiang Wu and the man had met here in secret more than once or twice. After all, this was Liu's territory, and it was personally managed by the man, so they were not worried at all about being discovered.

The two had just finished their passionate encounter when they heard a commotion outside. Before they could even get dressed, a large group of officers rushed in.

"I go!"

"My God! What a steamy scene!"

The man roared, "Who are you? Get out!"

He shouted as he hurriedly put on his clothes.

As for the other protagonist, Jiang Fu, she quickly pulled the blanket next to her over herself to cover herself.

She never expected that someone would break in today.

"We were ordered to investigate the Turkic spies, but we never expected to stumble upon the adulterous affair of the eldest daughter-in-law of the Duke of Su's mansion!"

Jiang Fu's identity was recognized, and her face turned pale instantly.

In less than an hour, the news of Jiang Fu's affair at the Liu family's teahouse had spread like wildfire.

Besides the yamen runners sent by Zhao Changqing, many tea drinkers and onlookers also broke into the house, making it quite a lively scene.

When Jiang Fu returned home, she was completely dumbfounded.

How to do?

Although the social atmosphere was very open, it was far from the point where women could act recklessly outside the home.

Moreover, she is not a princess or a noblewoman, and does not have that kind of arrogant power. If things get out of hand, she will only be abandoned!

Jiang Fu thought of many things at this moment, and she had a premonition that she might not live much longer.

Previously, people would occasionally gossip about the Li family, but now, who doesn't know that the hottest topic is Jiang Fu and Liu's son having an affair?

And it was in broad daylight!

How dare Jiang Fu do that?

With the matter escalating to such an extent, Jiang Yanping could no longer remain silent. Despite the risk of being scolded by his elderly father, he still went to discuss countermeasures.

"You want to pin all the blame on that kid from the Liu family?"

Jiang Yanping lowered his head: "Father, only in this way can we preserve the honor of our Jiang family."

"inappropriate!"

Jiang Yanping was stunned, never expecting his father to refuse.

“Although that boy is from a collateral branch, he still shares the surname Liu. Even if the Duke agrees, the Liu family relatives will not allow it. Moreover, given the circumstances, if Jiang Fu was truly forced, why didn't she cry for help? Where were her servants?”

Jiang Yanping was in a dilemma.

The old man sighed, "If we examine this matter closely, we'll find loopholes everywhere. There's no way Jiang Fu can clear her name."

"So, what does Father mean?"

"Try to muddy the waters and say that someone is trying to harm the two of them by drugging them. That would make it more believable."

"But that place originally belonged to the Liu family."

"Bringing out one or two competitors for the teahouse shouldn't be too difficult, right?"

"Understood, son will go and discuss this with the Duke of Su."

"Wait!" Grand Tutor Jiang called out to the person, and after a moment of silence, he finally spoke up: "Jiang Fu cannot live."

Jiang Yanping's heart skipped a beat; after all, she was his eldest daughter.

"Father?"

"The news of her suicide must be spread before dawn, otherwise everything we just said will have been in vain."

Jiang Yanping understood that this way, at least Jiang Fu could be branded as a victim.

Otherwise, even if they live, they will only be a burden to the Jiang and Liu families.

"Mr. Deng was still thinking of going to see her."

“There’s no need. Women are soft-hearted. If Deng is persuaded by Jiang Fu, all our plans will be ruined. Think of Consort Jiang in the palace, and then think of Jiang Ning who married into the Prince Zhong’s household. We can’t let her ruin the entire family!”

"Yes, Father, I understand."

Jiang Yanping went to the Duke of Su's mansion that very night. The two had a private discussion in the study for nearly half an hour before Jiang Yanping went to see his daughter.

Upon seeing him, Jiang Fu felt as if she had seen a savior: "Father, you must help me! I can explain. I can get a divorce, or I can become a nun. Father, you can't abandon me!"

Jiang Yanping closed his eyes with a troubled expression: "Fu'er, you've really made a huge mistake this time!"