Noble Son-in-Law - Chapter 7.1

Chapter 7.1

When Shen Qushenge came back, the eldest lady immediately ordered the kitchen to serve food.

 In the Shen family, whenever Shen Qushenge appears at a banquet, the dishes must be very simple.

 However, today, because there was a reception banquet to welcome the third room, there was a steamed fish dish and a braised pork dish on the table, which were rare, and the remaining four dishes were all vegetarian.

 The men and women ate at separate tables. Shen Qingqing had long been mentally prepared for the family banquet and was still smiling.

 At the men’s table next door, six-year-old Shen Wang looked at the dishes and then at his majestic grandfather. Although he didn’t complain about anything, his chubby face was already full of disappointment.

 Shen Qushenge turned a blind eye, picked up the chopsticks, and said, “Eat.”

 As soon as he spoke, his three sons picked up the chopsticks in unison, as if they were well trained.

 Among the grandchildren, Shen Zhuo, Shen Jin, and Shen Su also ate in silence. Only Shen Wang listlessly fiddled with the white rice in his bowl.

 Seeing that, Shen Qushenge glanced at his third son.

 Because Shen Wang lowered his head, he didn’t see it.

 Shen Tingwen, who received his father’s stern gaze, hurriedly reprimanded his son in a low voice, “How many times have I told you that you must be wholehearted in everything you do? Eat quickly without thinking about other things.”

 All the men in Shen were afraid of Shen Qushenge, and Shen Wang was no exception. After being scolded by his father, Shen Wang immediately picked up the bowl and started eating.

 At the men’s table, there was only the sound of swallowing. But at the women’s table, the fifth girl, Shen Jiarong, was about to be dazzled by Shen Qingqing’s red agate earrings.

 “Seventh sister, these earrings of yours are so beautiful; they must be very expensive, right?” Shen Jiarong asked softly, glancing at the majestic grandfather across from her.

 The eldest lady made a move.

 The second lady looked at Mrs.Chen, who continued to eat as if she hadn’t heard.

 [Tl:- Just a reminder: Mrs. Chen is Shen Qingqing’s mother.]

 Just when the second lady was worried that her niece had said the wrong thing, Shen Qingqing put down her chopsticks and smiled sweetly at Shen Jiarong. “It’s okay. What, fifth sister, do you like it? If you like it, I will give it to you.” The meeting gift is gone.”

 Although Shen Jiarong envied Shen Qingqing, now that Shen Qingqing has proposed to give it to her, Shen Jiarong feels that Shen Qingqing is deliberately degrading her.

 “Seventh sister, you’re welcome. How can I take your love away from you?” Shen Jiarong said it with a forced smile.

 Shen Qingqing: “It’s okay. I still have two pairs of agate earrings. I’ll give these to my sister.”

 After saying that, Shen Qingqing tilted her head slightly, took off the two earrings, and handed them to her with a smile.

 Shen Jiarong swallowed. She wanted it, but her arrogant self-esteem became an obstacle. So Shen Jiarong looked at her mother in embarrassment.

 Meeting her daughter’s eager eyes, the eldest lady immediately said, Qingqing likes to give it to you, so just accept it.”

 Shen Jiarong was secretly happy and took it reservedly.

 Shen Qushenge naturally overheard the conversation between the two granddaughters. He was satisfied with the generosity and friendliness of the younger granddaughter but finally realised that the younger granddaughter was dressed too eye-catching. He was a frugal person, and six of the seven granddaughters in his family showed up without makeup. Therefore, he couldn’t let the rules slack off.

 Thinking of this, Shen Qushenge looked deeply at his little granddaughter at the next table. Seeing her again after a long absence, he hoped that his granddaughter would understand what he meant and avoid an unpleasant warning.

 As if Shen Qingqing felt something, she raised her head and saw the old man looking at her. Shen Qingqing smiled so sweetly.

 Shen Qushenge: “…” ’ Forget it; let’s talk about it tomorrow. Maybe my granddaughter won’t be dressed like this tomorrow.’

 As a result, Shen Qushenge returned home the next evening and found that his little granddaughter was still wearing gold and silver and was incompatible with the entire Shen family.

 “Grandpa, this is the calligraphy I practised today. What do you think?” In the main courtyard hall, Shen Qingqing unfolded a piece of rice paper with a serious expression, which she had practiced calligraphy.

 Shen Qushenge lowered his eyes and didn’t see the words. He first saw the green jade bracelet on his little granddaughter’s wrist. ‘Such a pair of bracelets could probably be sold for dozens of taels, right? This year, disasters have occurred all over the country, and many people can only eat grass. Even if the third daughter-in-law is rich, she should save her money to do meaningful things. How can she indulge her child’s extravagant nature?’

 Shen Qushenge was born into a poor family. They were so poor that they had to wear the same clothes again and again for a long time.

 Most of the poor people would live a lavish life after they became rich, but Shen Qushenge was different. He was still maintaining the frugal style of his youth. In Shen Qushenge’s view, as long as a person had enough food and clothing to keep him warm throughout his life, there was no need to waste money on food, clothing, housing, or transportation.

 “Qingqing, did you always dress like this when you were in Suzhou?” Shen Qushenge asked in a serious voice after pressing the word “Qingqing.”.

 Shen Qingqing’s heart skipped a beat because what was supposed to come had finally come.

 She stood up straight and replied with some guilt, “Yes, the ladies and sisters I met there are all like this. Grandpa, I know that you practice frugality. My father and mother have also told me countless times not to spend too much money. I pay more attention to clothes and jewellery. But everyone has their own preferences. Some people like to play chess, and some like to play the piano. I just like to dress myself up. If I am not allowed to wear beautiful jewellery and beautiful clothes, I will be particularly unhappy.”

 At this point, Shen Qingqing pouted and stared at the old man with almond-shaped eyes, showing an extremely aggrieved look. “Grandpa, are you willing to make me sad?”

 Shen Qushenge: “…”

 After a moment of silence, Shen Qushenge chose to avoid this question. “Qingqing, do you know how many people in our Zhou Dynasty are homeless and naked now? Those people can’t even eat, but a piece of jewellery from you can feed a family of five for a lifetime. Think about it. Do you still have the heart to spend a large amount of money on these mundane things?”

 Shen Qingqing bit her lips. “Grandpa, what you mean is that my mother and I have to donate all the money in the family?”

 Shen Qushenge: “…” He pondered for a while and said it in a serious voice. “That’s your mother’s money; how could I interfere?”

 Shen Qingqing smiled and said, “Since you don’t interfere, then we won’t donate it, but if we don’t donate it, it would be more wasteful for the money to accumulate dust in the warehouse, so it would be better to use them to make me happy, don’t they?”

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