My Lady Always Lacks Ambition-Chapter 921 - 902: Do Something Befitting Your Status

Chapter 921: Chapter 902: Do Something Befitting Your Status

As Qin Liuxi mentioned before, Madam Lin’s life expectancy is nearing its end. Now, her illness can only be described as an old ailment. No major prescriptions were given; instead, a prescription was adjusted based on her current chronic conditions, and she drank it. Additionally, acupuncture was administered to balance the yin and yang qi mechanism, making her body feel light and ensuring more stable sleep.

In short, it’s all about maintenance.

Lin Xiang did not insist. Long before Qin Liuxi mentioned it, he had already begun planning for the family and had prepared for mourning duties.

After Madam Lin took a nap, Qin Liuxi left, rejecting Granny Lin’s request for a fetus-preserving medicine and instead gave a Fetus Protecting Talisman.

"Your health is quite good, no need to take fetus-preserving medicine. Just eat a balanced diet, no need for excessive nutrition, and avoid the cold. Carry this Fetus Protecting Talisman with you for safety."

Granny Lin accepted it with both hands, placing it carefully in her wallet, and handed a wallet to Qin Liuxi through the maid—her own consultation fee, naturally.

Qin Liuxi accepted it calmly; it was already noon, so she agreed to Lin Xiang’s invitation to lunch.

After lunch, the housekeeper personally led the servant to clear the used dishes away and prepared a pot of tea. When he left, he noticed a large and a small figure sitting across from each other with tea, their age difference could span generations, yet they interacted as equals, naturally.

Even the elders couldn’t be this at ease in front of the Prime Minister, right?

Not to mention the officials outside who approach the Prime Minister with such trepidation and respect.

Lin Xiang looked at Qin Liuxi and said, "Your grandfather’s restored official position is now the most stable it could be. Ceremonial matters are significant, and though he was falsely accused, the incident happened under his governance, which counts as a dereliction of duty. Naturally, the Saint feels displeased. At his age, the Saint is more cautious of his reputation, wary of being deemed unfilial or unjust. Therefore, allowing him to remain in this position is already a great favor."

Qin Liuxi smiled faintly and said, "You don’t need to explain to me; I don’t concern myself with the mundane officialdom or Qin family’s prosperity—it doesn’t rest on their shoulders, but on the younger generation."

"I can see that." Lin Xiang’s impressions of Qin Yuanshan and even Qin Bohong’s generation were mixed; they maintained but did not achieve great glory. The youngest generation, on the other hand, might rise, especially with Qin Liuxi among them.

"Nonetheless, rest assured. Be content with keeping what you have; perhaps in the future, you might be promoted up a rank." He added.

Qin Liuxi was indifferent.

Lin Xiang noticed she was not interested in discussing this and understood her lack of attachment to the Qin family, feeling pity for Qin Yuanshan.

So many in the capital owe her favors—more than can be counted on ten fingers. If she wished, one call could bring many favors her way.

But alas, this granddaughter is not close enough to the Qin family!

He sipped his tea and said, "By the way, my daughter Qingtang’s wedding is set for August. Would the Junior Temple Master grace us with your presence at the wedding feast?"

Qin Liuxi glanced over, seemingly smiling.

He, a veteran in power, had a unique way of probing with his words, speaking in roundabout ways.

Lin Xiang noticed her gaze and felt a pang of nervousness. He took another sip of tea and decided to risk it.

"If you have something to say, speak plainly. This stare of yours is making me uneasy." Lin Xiang asked carefully, "Is there something unsatisfactory about my daughter’s marriage arrangement?"

"Which influential family is she betrothed to?"

"Not really a powerful family, from the renowned Zeng Family in Shandong. His father was once my colleague, but in the 18th year of Kangwu, he was implicated in an imperial examination fraud case and the family was confiscated, later exonerated. Now it’s just him and a sister, who is also married off." Lin Xiang explained, "This child is exceptionally talented and industrious, passing the imperial examination to become a scholar last spring, with a pure and good nature. His compatibility with Qingtang’s horoscope is a match made in heaven."

"Miss Lin is your favorite youngest daughter; yet, you permit her to marry down."

Lin Xiang spoke more softly, "Crown Prince is yet to be determined; my position, marrying into powerful families, would certainly catch the Saint’s attention. The Zeng family is also from an eminent family. Qingtang and her future husband Zeng Ruison have known each other since childhood, familiar with each other’s roots. Without a mother-in-law to oppress, after marriage, she can run her own household, with her maiden family’s support. Her husband is capable, and his future prospects shouldn’t be poor. As parents, we only wish for a harmonious and beautiful marital life for our children."

Qin Liuxi spoke, "Actually, marrying down doesn’t always guarantee harmony. Not having a mother-in-law’s oppression isn’t always a good thing, as they say, an old person at home is like having a treasure. Before Miss Lin marries, she’s a noble lady of the Prime Minister Mansion, revered wherever she goes. After marriage, first a wife, then a Lin family woman. If her husband’s family isn’t prominent and can’t offer her previous status, there might be a gap in the interactions and engagements post-marriage. If her husband, due to his political career, neglects her emotional changes, once or twice is nothing, but over time, it can breed resentful energy."

Lin Xiang was taken aback, his brows furrowing. Is she saying Zeng Ruison isn’t a suitable match?

"Of course, the maiden home is originally a woman’s confidence and backing. If she herself and her backing are strong enough, nothing is an issue. Since Lin Xiang has found a good match, just keep a close watch."

Lin Xiang was left confused, unsure if this was affirmation or a warning.

He got up, retrieved a palm-sized pure golden gourd of a hundred blessings from his treasure cabinet. The gourd had peace and a hundred blessings characters, with two small gourds as leaves, very exquisite and beautiful.

"Recently acquired this Hundred Blessings Golden Gourd ornament, could you take a look for me?" Lin Xiang thrust the small golden gourd before Qin Liuxi, "I find it rather tacky, what do you think?"

Qin Liuxi: "..."

For the love of anything, do something befitting your position!

She took it and fiddled with it: "Indeed a common object, but not without its unique craftsmanship."

"Such a common thing is only liked by young ones like you. Take it and have fun." Lin Xiang pretended to disdain.

Qin Liuxi: "Isn’t this inappropriate?"

"When an elder gives a gift, one dare not refuse. Just a mere common thing!"

Qin Liuxi thought, this common object, you placed on your study’s antique shelf yourself.

"Thank you for your kindness, Prime Minister."

Lin Xiang took a sip of tea, casually saying, "About the wedding feast..."

Qin Liuxi blinked, "I’ll say just a couple of words. Whether it’s effective, that depends on fate. Miss Lin is inherently kind and from a noble background, her life’s destined to be good. However, I’ve observed her couple palace shows Six Evils and Hua Ji entering the palace gate. Six Evils implies separation and conflicts, better to marry late; Hua Ji indicates changes in her husband’s affections, and also suggests a likelihood of her love being hijacked before marriage. If Lin Xiang truly insists on this marriage, keep a vigilant eye. Actually, Miss Lin is still young; waiting a few more years isn’t a bad idea either."

Lin Xiang’s face turned green.

This means Qingtang might have a turbulent marriage!

Qin Liuxi glanced at his expression, fiddling with the golden gourd. Tch, first the Zuo family had a marriage upheaval, and now Lin Xiang’s in the same boat. Is Shengjing’s feng shui cursed this year?