Transmigration: The Evil Mother-In-Law Is Actually Innocent!-Chapter 1344: Fate

Zhulan waited for Zhou Shuren to return from the government office, and then discussed the Lin family’s intentions and praised Miss Lin.

Zhou Shuren laughed, "If Miss Lin can earn such high praise from you, she must indeed be impressive."

He was well aware of how discerning his wife’s eye was.

Zhulan handed clothes to her husband, "I truly feel that Ming Rui and Miss Lin are well-matched in every aspect, especially their looks. Just thinking about it makes me very excited."

She admitted to herself that she had added extra points for Miss Lin’s looks, feeling fortunate that Miss Lin had always been plump. If she had been thin and beautiful from a young age, she would have been engaged much earlier.

Zhulan sighed, "What is this, if not fate?"

Zhou Shuren was momentarily stunned, not understanding why his wife was suddenly so excited, "Shall I inquire?"

Zhulan replied, "Whether you inquire or not doesn’t matter, Chang Yi and his wife will surely find out everything clearly."

Zhou Shuren stroked his beard, "If it truly happens, it will indeed be a good marriage alliance. The Lin family could help Ming Rui in the future, and when we divide our family assets, it will benefit the second wife as well."

In ancient times, the alliance between two families was not just about marriage.

Zhulan agreed, "Yes."

Time passed quickly; it seemed like only yesterday they were discussing the provincial exams, and now the results were out. Wen Rong topped the list in the capital.

Ming Teng, along with his young uncle and Ming Rui, were at a tea house, sitting in a spot that offered a clear view of the scene below.

Ming Teng clicked his tongue twice, "I thought Wen Rong would remain composed, but look how excited he is. He doesn’t seem like the Wen Rong I know."

Chang Xhong replied, "He views his grandnephew as a rival. The grandnephew missed the highest honor, which became Wen Rong’s target."

Ming Teng stroked his chin, "Wen Rong is indeed lucky, he might just achieve it this year."

The last provincial exam saw the south dominate; they nearly swept the board, the winners list from that session was almost unbearable to look at.

Ming Rui stared intently at the posted results, took a deep breath, and thought it was still too early for him as he had not yet taken the child student exam, "I wonder how cousin Jiang Zhu did."

Chang Xhong was also concerned, "He should have done well."

Ming Teng agreed, "If not the top, he must be in the top few."

Their family boys had excellent resources but also faced immense pressure, fearing they would disgrace the Zhou family. The same was expected of Jiang Zhu, the grandson.

However, this year the Zhou family didn’t attract much attention.

Chang Xhong said, "This year, our family also participated in the provincial exam. Those who failed last time will also attend next year’s exam."

Ming Teng nodded, "No one from the Zhou family passed last year; the competition was too fierce, simply bad luck."

As the crowd dispersed below them, they got up and walked downstairs.

Chang Xhong, short but of high status, led the way followed by Ming Teng and then Ming Rui. The teahouse was crowded that day.

Ming Rui had barely stepped down when he heard a cry of pain. He sidestepped to make room, recognizing the girl as somewhat familiar. He used his fan to prevent the girl from falling.

Lin Qing’s face flushed red; she had been watching Ming Rui’s profile and missed the step. If no one had assisted, she would have twisted her ankle.

Ming Rui, thankful for his consistent martial arts training which gave strength to his wrists, managed to stop the girl with his fan.

Ming Rui frowned, carefully examining the girl who had steadied herself. After confirming she was not faking an accident, he nodded and continued downwards.

Ming Teng paused, certain that if his brother didn’t have a fan in hand, Ming Rui would not have intervened.

Alright, if it were him, he would react the same as Ming Rui, fearing that it might cause trouble by provoking complaints.

Lin Qing secretly pinched herself; she nearly lost her dignity last time, and this time she truly did.

The maid turned pale with fright, fortunately the young master just now was well-mannered and did not reach out to help, otherwise she dared not think about it, "Miss, are you alright?"

Lin Qing ruefully thought, if she hadn’t been staring so intently, she wouldn’t have stumbled; yes, it’s all because Zhou Mingrui looked too handsome, "I’m fine, let’s go back."

The maid helped her mistress down the stairs; the noise on the stairs did not attract attention, all because Ming Rui moved too quickly.

The maid helped her mistress to sit in the carriage waiting for their master, suddenly realizing, "That was the Zhou family’s son."

Ah, this fate, she heard that the mistress’s marriage arrangement was almost settled, only then did she know, and sighed again about fate.

In the Zhou family’s carriage, Chang Zhong had been silent, but now spoke up, "Just now, that was Miss Lin."

Ming Rui was startled, no wonder she looked familiar, if not, he wouldn’t have offered help, only wondering, "Wasn’t she the plump girl?"

His own marriage; he had his own considerations, not just dragging his feet indefinitely. Now that there’s a suitable match, he wouldn’t continue to delay. After checking all the information his father gathered, he finally was relieved; these days the two families have been in frequent contact.

If there were no accidents, Miss Lin would be his future wife.

Chang Zhong laughed, "Your information is too outdated. Once I was coincidentally in the main courtyard and didn’t leave, I saw Miss Lin. She wasn’t as thin back then, and now she is even thinner."

Zhenniang said, a handsome man and a beautiful woman, he could already imagine how lovely their future children would be.

Ming Rui realized, "Just now, did Miss Lin recognize me and thus was not watchful of her steps?"

Ming Teng responded, "Probably."

Ming Rui tugged at the corner of his mouth, "Should I say fortunately I had a fan with me?"

Chang Zhong and Ming Teng exchanged glances, both couldn’t help but laugh. Indeed, it was lucky to have the fan, otherwise Ming Rui would simply stand and watch; do not expect the Zhou family boys to act gallant, raised by grandma’s strict principles, they are to avoid suspicions whenever possible."

Ming Rui doesn’t like fans, it was rare for him to bring a fan when going out today, now looking at him with Miss Lin, it really seems fated.

Pingzhou City, Jiang Zhu looked at the fifth rank, not too emotional.

Jiang Sheng was satisfied with his son’s performance, "This year’s competition in Pingzhou is fierce, this ranking is already decent."

Jiang Zhu smiled, "Son knows, dad, I am also satisfied." frёewebnoѵēl.com

Jiang Sheng was relieved, he feared his son would compare himself with Mingyun and the others, luckily his son has a character somewhat like his own.

Jiang Zhu’s thoughts drifted, then he couldn’t help but blush, as the day of his wedding soon after the provincial exams drew closer.

Jiang Sheng took his son and headed home, "Let’s stay in Pingzhou for a few more days, then rest at Zhou family village for a few days before returning to the capital."

Returning to the capital, his son would be getting married, there are still many tasks to handle, Jiang Sheng thought about it and his head started to ache.

In the Zhou residence, Zhulan and Lady Li were both waiting for news, Chang Zhong came in first, "Mother, Wong Wei ranked third, a very decent ranking."

Ming Teng and the others were not there to see Wen Rong’s results; they went for Wong Wei instead. After the provincial exams, the Zhou family was preparing to marry off a granddaughter, recently you could often see people carrying boxes into the Zhou residence.

These are the final purchases for the main wife, some things are not important but still essential.

Ming Teng sat aside, "Yu Lu will be someone else’s in a few days."

Lady Li glared, "Knowing that, you should go easy on your sister."

Ming Teng felt awkward, he just wished for his sister to have a more relaxed time at home, hurriedly changing the topic, "Mother, I’ve prepared dowry gifts for my sister."