MTL - My Stepmother is Soft and Charming

Chapter 23 Father and Daughter

Mr. Du smiled so hard that his eyes narrowed into slits, and his chubby body was very lively.

Especially with a pair of big hanging earrings like the Buddha, you look like a blessed person!

 The Gu family is different from the Shang family.

 They are a famous and promising family in Jinling City. The descendants in the family are prosperous and all of them are capable of literature and martial arts.

At that time, the founding emperor of Daxing was able to successfully overthrow the old dynasty. Although his brothers who also rebelled risked their lives to **** him, they also needed the full support of famous families such as the Gu family of Jinling City.

Even the marriage relationship between the Shang and Gu families was decided after Mr. Shang rescued Marshal Gu.

 Otherwise, with his background and status as a businessman, it would be a fantasy for Shang Yukuan to get married to Mrs. Gu.

It’s a pity that no amount of kindness and affection can withstand the collapse of the Gu family.

 It is sad to say that a loyal and good family was completely lost in the battle of Jin Ce.

Shang Ji was stunned for a moment when he mentioned Jinling City, but was quickly interrupted by Du Jingyi's words.

“Dad, where is the golden belt that my daughter made specially for you? Why can’t I see you wearing it? But you don’t like it?”

This is the first time Shang Ji has seen such a smart and lively Du Jingyi.

 The round and childish face is full of mischief.

A pair of smart eyes flickered at Master Du, with a hint of cunning in them.

At first glance, one can tell that he is also a little fox that has become a spirit, but he is just dressed in sheep's clothing and he acts well-behaved on weekdays.

Mr. Du pretended to hum twice before complaining.

"How dare you say that? That golden belt is so heavy that my father can't even walk with it. How can I show it off outside? Are you afraid that someone will get jealous and **** it away?"

Du Jingyi smiled when he heard this, then spread his hands and said quite innocently.

"Dad, you have wronged your daughter. I originally thought that you had become too big-hearted and fat over the years, so I asked someone to make a gold belt for you to wear, so as to remind you all the time, sir. Eat more and move more, who asked you to show off outside with you?"

Mr. Du stretched out his hand to touch his round belly and burst into laughter.

Seeing this, Du Jingyi patted his father's belly with a smile, making everyone chuckle.

This scene of a loving father and a filial daughter could be seen every day in the Du family in the past. Otherwise, there would be no "rumors" that Mr. Du loves his daughter as much as she wants.

 But since both daughters got married, there has been no such joy and laughter.

Now that the old father-daughter relationship can be restored, the four maids and Mama Cai who came back with Du Jingyi are also full of joy.

 Joking is all joking, but business has to be done.

Today, it is a homecoming ceremony in Japan. According to the rules, the Du family and his wife have to kneel down and drink tea from Shang Ji and Du Jingyi.

 However, due to Shang Ji's current status, he canceled the kneeling and only served tea.

 So, the Du family and his wife were sitting at the top, with no futon placed in front of them.

When Du Jingyi saw it, he understood it in his heart.

 State etiquette is more important than family rules, and merchants are less important than courtiers.

 The eternal truth.

 There was a trace of disappointment in his eyes, but there was nothing he could do about it.

 “Second Miss, Second Brother-in-law would like to serve you tea.”

Mother Cai next to her brought the lacquer plate, and then she shouted loudly.

Shang Ji took out a cup from inside, then flicked his clothes and knelt down.

 Being this way, it shocked everyone present.

　　Master Du family waved his hand quickly, stepped forward to help him, and said nervously.

"I can't do it. I can't do it. Second uncle, please get up quickly."

Hearing this, Shang Ji respectfully took the tea cup and said to the two elders of the Du family.

“This tea should have been served to my father-in-law and mother-in-law three years ago. It’s just my son-in-law’s responsibilities, so I have to postpone it until today. I ask my father-in-law and mother-in-law for your forgiveness.”

On the other hand, Du Jingyi next to him was surprised, but he quickly knelt down. He also held a cup of tea in his hand, restrained his laughter, and was more sincere than before.

"Dad, mother, it was not easy for you to give birth to me. Now that my daughter is married, it is natural for her to bring her husband back home to serve tea. There is no need to refuse. Come and drink."

Hearing their words, the Du family and his wife looked at each other.

After nodding slightly, he immediately took the tea from the two of them and took a big sip to express his gratitude.

 The two elders both had expressions of relief in their eyes.

 It was not only touched that her daughter had gained the attention of her husband, but also a special treatment for Shang Ji, her uncle.

 “Okay, get up quickly, get up.”

As Mrs. Du spoke, she stood up and gave them both a hand.

 Then someone brought a tray up with a simple box inside, which was not big and didn't look too heavy.

Shang Ji didn't know why, so he couldn't answer out loud.

 But Du Jingyi saw it clearly.

That is the wealth that the Du family has accumulated over the years. How can it be used?

 Could it be that the second uncle and the sixth uncle are here to force me again?

 His face looks much darker than before.

Mrs. Du also saw her daughter's expression, but she still had to look very calm on her face, and then said.

“My uncle is back, and you and your wife can live a peaceful life. This is what we, the old couple, want. I hope you and your wife can grow old together.”

Hearing this, Shang Ji clasped his fists and said.

“Mother-in-law, don’t worry, and my son-in-law, please keep this in mind.”

 The respectful and pious attitude made both the Du family and his wife feel at ease.

Du Jingyi saw a lot of worry in his eyes.

Because her husband Shang Ji was present, she could not directly ask, so she could only accept the box and speak softly.

“I will take good care of my daughter.”

Mr. Du reached out his hand and stroked her forehead gently as before, without saying anything else.

 But the concern and love shown moved everyone present.

Just when a few people were feeling overwhelmed and didn't say anything, they heard hurried footsteps coming from the door.

Immediately afterwards, the butler Liu Bo trotted in with a calm expression and said something.

 “Sir, madam, someone from my family is here.”

Hearing this, Shang Ji could clearly feel that his wife's originally calm and sad atmosphere soon showed anger.

Looking at it like this, it seems that the people from this family are not welcome by the master's family.

 It’s just that he doesn’t know the full picture at the moment, so it’s difficult to comment.

 So he just stood aside with his hands folded and said nothing.

But if you look closely, your face has returned to the same expression as in the Duke's mansion, and it looks more stern.

Master Du and Mrs. Du frowned, these people are really shameless.

It has long been stated that outsiders must not be disturbed today, and they have also come up with one or two.

They can clearly think about what they have in mind with their toes, so naturally they have no good expressions.

So Mrs. Du made a prompt decision and spoke immediately.

“Uncle Liu, please invite them to Maodiexuan. The master and I will go there later.”

 “Yes, ma’am.”

 (End of this chapter)