In just a few days, the news that the Su family had changed their status from a baron's mansion to a marquis's mansion had spread throughout the streets and alleys. After all, this was something everyone had expected. After all, it was real military merit. There has been a saying since ancient times that military merit is the most important, so no one felt that the reward given to Su Rong was too high.
It was Mrs. Wang, the in-laws of the Wang family, who first learned about this when the Su family sent servants to report the good news.
After knowing this, Mrs. Wang felt happy but also a little annoyed.
After all, apart from anything else, Master Wang was an actual Minister of Rites. He was drafting rewards for these generals, so it was impossible for them not to hear about it. But Master Wang was so good that he managed to keep it secret so tightly. This was a matter concerning his son-in-law, so how could he not say a word about it
It's not a secret!
Thinking of this, Mrs. Wang smiled and complained to Old Mrs. Wang.
Old Madam Wang also laughed a few times and nodded, saying, "That's right, this eldest brother is the most righteous! This is his own son-in-law, but he didn't even tell us in advance to make us happy. What's wrong with that?" After she finished laughing, she continued, "For such a happy event, our family is not an outsider's family, so we should prepare some good things. I know Rong'er, he is capable and patient, and good days are still to come."
The man my granddaughter married is so capable that he got the title of marquis on his own. In comparison, he is hundreds of times better than Su An before, and much better than that unknown guy named He. Su Rong is so young, he must be of great use. There is no need to worry about him not having a place to display his talents in the future.
In-laws are supposed to support and help each other. If the Su family is doing well, the Wang family is also doing well.
Old Mrs. Wang naturally took it to heart.
Mrs. Wang was also concerned and nodded quickly upon hearing this. She personally selected a number of good things and prepared to have someone take them to the Su family to congratulate them that day.
She was busy all day and didn't notice that Master Wang had returned. After she had read through all the books, she heard Master Wang ask, "What are you busy with? It took you so long to come in."
When Mrs. Wang saw her husband coming back and heard him ask this question, she couldn't help but ask back in a stern tone, "How dare you ask? What could it be? Of course, it's because we know that our son-in-law has been made a marquis, so we're busy preparing gifts to celebrate! If you were willing to say a word or two, why would we be in such a hurry?"
Mr. Wang was not as happy as the women. After hearing what Mrs. Wang said, he paused and said, "What is there to say? My son-in-law has made great contributions, so he should be rewarded. There are precedents for this kind of reward, and it is nothing unexpected. Don't make a fuss, or else others will say that our family is frivolous."
Mrs. Wang was a little embarrassed, as if a bucket of cold water had been poured on her: "Can this be considered frivolous? We haven't told anyone about it, but you can't even be happy for your family? You too..."
She couldn't help but mutter, "No wonder mother says you are a Taoist. You really are a Taoist."
Master Wang ignored these words, stood up and said, "I'm going to the study."
Mrs. Wang was immediately puzzled: "You just got back, what are you so busy about?"
Master Wang did not answer and just walked away.
Mrs. Wang frowned, but there was nothing she could do. She could only whisper, "This is really weird. What's there to be angry about?"
The study was pitch black, with only two lanterns lit in the corridor. When the servant guarding the study saw Master Wang coming, he was startled and hurried forward to greet him.
Master Wang casually threw the lantern in his hand to him, asked the servant to light it, and asked the kitchen to prepare some snacks. He sat on the chair behind the desk and let out a heavy breath.
The room was so quiet that one could almost hear one's own breathing. Master Wang placed his hands on his temples. After a long moment, he suddenly stood up and hurried out.
The servant who was about to come in to serve tea didn't know what happened to his master, and called out "Master" in a panic.
Master Wang stopped again and stood in the corridor looking at the dark sky outside. There was no movement for a long time.
The servant was so frightened that he didn't know what had happened to him and why he suddenly behaved so abnormally. He cautiously called out "Master".
Master Wang then turned around and said calmly, "It's okay. Go and get Mr. Chang to come over."
Mr. Chang is the family's aide, highly valued by Master Wang. He eats and lives at home. The servant did not dare to delay and hurried to invite him.
Master Wang went back to his study to wait.
When the door creaked, Master Wang raised his head and said expressionlessly, "Are you here?"
Mr. Chang turned around and closed the door, then walked over to sit down opposite Mr. Wang's desk, and then said, "It's the middle of the night, why are you still awake? What's causing you to be so upset?"
He laughed and asked casually, "Is it because your son-in-law has become so successful and prosperous that you are so happy that you can't sleep?"
Master Wang's face turned pale, and he could no longer bear it and punched the table: "Stop being so sarcastic! What nonsense are you talking about?"
Mr. Chang did not react to his anger at all. On the contrary, he seemed to be enjoying the show: "What? Did I say something wrong? I didn't say anything wrong either. I saw you getting thinner and thinner recently, and I thought you were so happy about this. After all, we all know that your son-in-law is a first-class son-in-law who dotes on your daughter. He is a son-in-law that is hard to find in the world!"
After saying this, Mr. Chang saw that Master Wang had reached the end of his patience, so he said calmly: "Master, there is no need to be like this. It's not a big deal, don't worry."
"How can I be assured?!" The veins on Master Wang's forehead were throbbing. He lowered his voice and asked angrily, "What on earth are you planning? Now that the crown prince has been decided, it seems that...if he really takes the throne, do you know that you will not have a good ending?!"
Mr. Chang finally stopped being sarcastic. He sneered, "Alright! Don't scare me. We all know what our current situation is. You don't have to worry about us. You know this, and that's good. You should know that we have no other choice but to go all out. Just don't be disloyal. We can discuss other things."
Master Wang endured it again and again: "What else can I do?!"