Lu Lingyun hadn’t expected to run into Li Wenxun at Xiangji Temple. She politely took a step back and returned a curtsy, “Brother-in-law, you don’t need to be so courteous.” “Sister, are you here to offer incense today?” “Yes, did Han Yi come with you?” Lu Lingyun maintained a polite and distant smile.
When Li Wenxun heard the name Lu Han Yi, a hint of amusement flickered in his eyes, “Han Yi is pregnant.” “Oh?” Lu Lingyun truly didn’t know that Lu Han Yi was pregnant. “Don’t blame Sister, Han Yi just found out she’s pregnant, she hasn’t even told her parents.” Li Wenxun said considerately, “We were thinking of telling the family about it after a while.” Upon hearing this, Lu Lingyun replied, “Congratulations.” “Congratulations to you too,” Li Wenxun looked at Lu Lingyun, hesitated for a moment, and continued, “Sister, if you have time, you can also take Han Yi out for walks more often. I see her always alone at home, she must be feeling suffocated.” Lu Lingyun nodded, “Okay.” “Then we won’t bother you, Sister. Have fun.” After a few brief exchanges, Li Wenxun wisely stepped aside. Lu Lingyun nodded to him, “I also wish you a successful exam next year, Brother-in-law.” With that, she took Wang Qiluo and left.
Although she and Li Wenxun had been married for a lifetime, their bond was not very deep. Li Wenxun was a gentle and humble man, but in reality, he was a cold and indifferent person. From a young age, he lived in the shadow of his elder brother, and the Li family poured a great deal of resources into his brother, Li Wenze. He received very little attention at home, and the resources available to him were extremely limited. This made him deeply desire to achieve success. Yet, he lacked outstanding abilities. It was only in the previous life that Lu Lingyun supported him, helping him step by step to the highest point.
In a way, she and Li Wenxun were a decent partnership. They had never argued, treating each other with respect, but Lu Lingyun knew one thing. If she was useless, Li Wenxun would kick her to the curb. She had injured her body giving birth for him, and Li Wenxun had grown distant towards her. If not for her outstanding abilities, her ability to secure the position of wife, Li Wenxun would definitely have divorced her. After a lifetime together, Lu Lingyun understood him very well. Li Wenxun was a man who valued profit above all and was incredibly ruthless. In this aspect, he was vastly different from Cheng Yunshuo. Cheng Yunshuo might seem rebellious and reckless, but deep down he was a person who valued loyalty.
Lu Lingyun walked towards Xiangji Temple with a troubled mind, and Wang Qiluo’s voice reached her ears, “I still think your good match was snatched away by your sister. That Li Er Gongzi (second son of Li family) is as gentle as jade, you two would have been a perfect match.” As soon as she finished, someone poked the top of her head under her straw hat. “Ouch, what was that?” “Cheng Yunshuo is much better than him.” Lu Lingyun chided. Wang Qiluo: “…” “Just look at how Li Er Gongzi was still thinking about his pregnant wife and asked you to accompany Lu Han Yi. Isn’t that a good thing?” “Heh.” Lu Lingyun chuckled sarcastically, “Many a righteous man is a butcher, those who have no feelings are often scholars.”
Could Li Wenxun really just be thinking about Lu Han Yi? He was clearly thinking about the Ningyang Houfu. By letting Lu Han Yi come here to build connections, as a brother-in-law, the more frequent interaction would surely bring him some benefits and resources. Li Wenxun was a shrewd man. He knew that reaching the highest throne didn’t rely on real talent or learning, but on the forces behind you. Who are your backers, whose representative are you, whose interests are you aligned with, these factors determined your corresponding level of success.
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