Chapter 1153: First Month
After receiving King Rong and his family, Fan Zijin immediately asked to return to the Duke’s Residence with the excuse that he was busy with work. Fan Siwen was furious. "It’s only the eighth day of the New Year. What work can you possibly be busy with now?"
Fan Zijin said calmly, "The Crown Prince and Wenjin promised the Westerners to exempt some of their goods from taxes. The Ministry of Revenue has to handle this matter."
Fan Siwen’s face was livid as he said, "Then leave by yourself and leave Little Madam Xia and the two children behind. We haven’t seen them all year round. Which daughter-in-law doesn’t serve her mother-in-law? When has your mother ever enjoyed getting served by her daughter-in-law?"
Madam Xia, who was sitting at the side, immediately said, "I don’t need her to serve me. She just needs to serve my son and grandsons well. I’m not so old that I can’t walk. I don’t need her to wait on me hand and foot." At this point, Madam Xia sneered. "Besides, aren’t there Zixiao and the others’ wives in the residence? With so many of them serving me, it’s more than enough."
Fan Siwen’s lips moved as he looked at Madam Xia sadly.
All these years, Madam Xia had been guarding against him as though he was a thief. It was impossible not to be sad. He just wanted Zijin to stay at home for a few more days so that his other sons could take the opportunity to get to know more people. However, Madam Xia kept guarding against him.
Didn’t she know that it was difficult for one person to fight against many? If Zijin wanted to go far, would he need the help of his other clansmen?
Madam Xia didn’t even look at him from the corner of her eye. She said to Little Madam Xia, "Since you’re leaving, quickly go back and pack your things. There’s no need to come and pay your respects to me every few days. Just bring the kids to visit me during their break. Serve show your filial piety by serving Zijin well with all your heart."