Generational Marriage Chapter 6

h.e.l.lo readers, for now, I do not have plans to switch the names.

Thank you for reading this story with me. Personally, I quite enjoy such an introspective story. And good news! I finally figured out what type of stone they were talking about! Also, went back and cleaned up some of the Vietnamese I left in.

Lam Can Dung pretended to be nervous, "I had wanted to talk about this matter with mother. That black piece of Lingbi Stone that grandfather cherished had been ruined. Fifth Older Cousin Luc had just lightly leaned on it and it fell into the lotus pond. Luckily, no one was hurt; else, it would've been a bigger situation. Older Brother was afraid that he'd be punished and wanted to jump into the lotus pond to fetch the stone. I thought that since it is autumn, the water would be cold, and it is a joyful occasion, it would not be good if something happened to him. So, I immediately stopped him."

Her words had pointed out three issues. First was that the base of that Lingbi Stone had been ruined; second, Luc Luan was the one who pushed it; and lastly, if something happened to Lam Diec Chi, the blame would be placed upon Dao-thi. Eldest Aunt and Second Aunt were both waiting for the Third Branch to panic and make a joke of themselves. Lam Can Dung had just finished when she saw Ngo-thi rea.s.sessing her. Immediately, she faced Ngo-thi and gave her a naive smile. Ngo-thi's eyes gained a measure of admiration.

Dao-thi listened to a bit and understood. She let out a long sigh and said: "It is that b.a.s.t.a.r.d child again, but I have no other choice but to cover for him. Alright, Cung-mama finds a few people and lift that stone up. Be careful and meticulous; nothing can go wrong!" Though her words were such, she was really unwilling.

"Yes, Madam." Cung-mama bent over and rushed out to start working.

Xuan Nha smiled and reminded Dao-thi: "Madam, I heard that Old Madam is almost finished preparing. Should we head over?"

Dao-thi raised her voice in reply; one of her hands holding Ngo-thi and one hand wanting to carry Lam Than Chi. But, she saw that Lam Can Dung had already carried Lam Diec Chi. Her heart couldn't help but have a burst of relief. If you don't die after a calamity, your life is sure to be filled with happiness. The girl that had been so frightened is still too young, but after the incident has become much more sensible.

The few people wanted to set out, but then Dao-thi's lady's maid came into the room. She said in a small whisper: "Madam, Concubine Hoang has come. She said she had come to greet Madam Cuu."   

Coming at this time? She didn't find this strange! Was it not for that b.a.s.t.a.r.d Lam Diec Chi? Dao-thi furrowed her brows and wanted Ha Diep to tell those people to scram. Lam Can Dung gently pulled on her sleeve. A look of displeasure bloomed on her face when she looked at this daughter of hers.

Lam Can Dung laughed and said: "This is the filial piety of concubine. Mother should allow her this." It was something within her expectations; Concubine Hoang had arrived quite quickly.

Dao-thi looked at Ngo-thi. Though Ngo-thi was also laughing, her expression was one of disapproval. She sneered and said: "Let her come in." She would really like to see what kinds of tricks this fox had.

Concubine Hoang had a slim body. She wore a moon-white jacket and skirt, tied by a sash with two mandarin ducks. Her head was bowed as she entered. Her demeanor was gentle and soft as she performed the greeting ceremonies, "This concubine greets Madam, greets Madam Cuu."

This concubine's appearance could, at best, be considered elegant. In regards to appearance or status, in comparison to Dao-thi, one was heaven and the other was earth. This person had been serving Lam Family's Third Master previously. Affection has been built up over time. When she was younger, she had accompanied Lam Family's Third Master many places to play. She was a bit educated and so her countenance held a hint of a gentle scholar.

Dao-thi saw her rival in love and her hatred immediately burst forth and sparked her eyes. In front of guests and her children, she could only endure. Though she laughed, her heart wasn't laughing, "Rise. Your body is not well; were you not excused? If Third Master knew, he will say that I am not treating you well." In fact, one cannot blame her for blaming Concubine Hoang. The two had been in compet.i.tion for many years, Third Master didn't care, Dao-thi became exhausted, and eventually poured all of her hatred on Concubine Hoang.

Beside every wicked woman, there must be a white flower who was pitiful and delicate, taking all of the humiliation. However, it was rare to have this Concubine Hoang's temperament. There was no wind; yet, she still wanted to fall.

With tear blurring her vision, she smiled and said: "Thank you for Madam's consideration. Someone was already sent to get medicine for this Concubine. This concubine is much better." She paused and looked affectionately at Lam Can Dung. After showing Lam Can Dung a grateful smile, she retrieved her gaze and turned towards Dao-thi. Her knees bent as she kowtowed, her head knocking against the ground quite hard. "Thank you, Madam. At this time, Fifth Young Master cannot be here. In a moment, he will come to kowtow to thank you."

For the sake of what happened earlier, although Concubine Hoang's usual att.i.tude was pretending to be respectful, she made an exception and her words were sincere. Regardless of whether there were any hints of gratefulness, in this situation, there were many people involved. Dao-thi will still have to clearly explain everything to Old Master. Lam Diec Chi can be considered to have completely escaped. Lam Can

Dung secretly sighed and looked at Concubine  Hoang. Look at that Concubine Hoang. Gentle and careful in her movements. The troubles could be said to decrease by three-tenths. How could her own mother be this person's opponent! The wife losing is not without cause.

According to Lam Can Dung's understanding of Dao-thi, Dao-thi would naturally not have the patience to accompany Concubine Hoang in her act. Even good words would be turned into something unspeakable. The last tenth of compa.s.sion could not be spared, but instead, add in a bit more resentment. What she had to do was stop Dao-thi from saying anything provoking. Thinking about it, it is unnecessary to always be honest. Not knowing how to pretend, was that why she ended up that way?   

Lam Can Dung was pondering when she heard Dao-thi's icy words: "No need. You go and tell Fifth Young Master that he should restrain himself. Do not give me anything else to worry about and all would be well. Otherwise, if he had the ability to create trouble, he should have the ability to clean it up. Do not implicate others!" Because of Concubine Hoang's words of Fifth Young Master being unable to come, she was stimulated. Why not come? Was it not that he was led away by Lam Family's Third Master to greet guests? He was just the sone of a concubine, was it worth it?

Lam Can Dung did not make it in time. She had no choice but to wryly smile at Ngo-thi. That idiom saying: the empire is easily changed. Wanting to change Dao-thi's nature was too difficult. It was also a bit unrealistic.

Concubine Hoang was accustomed to Dao-thi's temperament. Although stabbed by her words, Concubine Hoang's face never changed. She lowered her eyes and said: "Madam is right. This concubine will let Fifth Young Master come to listen to Madam's teaching later."

Dao-thi was even angrier. In the beginning, when she had just entered the big gate, it took three years before she gave birth to Lam Can Am. Afterward, two years pa.s.sed without news. Under this pressure, she could only helplessly let Concubine Hoang in. Concubine Hoang was lucky and immediately had news and gave birth to a son. When Lam Diec Chi was just born, Third Master had the intention of having her personally raise the child. But she was slow and didn't have this thought and could not produce a child. Additionally, she was scared of their machinations and schemes, turning the b.a.s.t.a.r.d into a legitimate son. She fiercely opposed, preferring death. She used the excuse that she couldn't separate mother and child and had Concubine Hoang raise the child.

Then, she was pregnant with Lam Can Dung. At that time, she didn't know if it were a boy or girl. Third Master didn't bring the matter up again. But when the doctor took her pulse, it was a girl. She was not convinced, gritted her teeth, and gave birth. Her body was not well. It was seven years later, fourteen years after she stepped through the door, that she gave birth to Lam Than Chi. During those years, the mother and son pair of Concubine Hoang kept clinging to Lam Family's Third Master. Though it as not to the point where the concubine overtook the wife, they were always protected and cherished.

This situation pa.s.sed, but people ridiculed her behind her back. She also how other Madams handled this kind of situation and realized she should've raised that child. Afterward, regardless of what happened, she could've just held on and refused to let go. In her hands, she would have had Concubine Hoang's weakness. No matter how she wanted to raise this child, it would not be that concubine's place to interfere! Unfortunately, there is no medicine for regret. It didn't matter how much she regretted. Seeing them grow stronger day by day, she felt even more powerless. Mad to death!

Once Dao-thi was angry, she was too lazy to say more. It was Lam Can Dung quickly pulling at her sleeve and looking at Ngo-thi for help that finally got to her. She hummed, "Rise."

Concubine Hoang obediently stood up. She affectionately looked at Lam Can Dung. This caused gooseb.u.mps to sprout on her arms. Don't look at me. I am not Lam Family's Third Master; I could not endure those sparkling eyes of yours.

Lam Can Dung giggled and said: "It is that time. We should hurry to Old Madam's place. Is concubine coming along?"

With Concubine Hoang's status, even if she went, she would just be like the servant girls, standing at the side and serving Dao-thi. Previously, Concubine Hoang loved to partic.i.p.ate in these types of events, but after being bullied by Dao-thi twice, with Third Master's pity and "the only son" Lam Diec Chi, she came to an agreement with Dao-thi and stopped attending such events. After so many years have pa.s.sed, it was now a habit. Lam Can Dung thought that Concubine Hoang was just going through the motions and would not follow along. This was why she asked.

But then she heard Concubine Hoang laugh and say: "It has been a long time since this concubine has served Madam. The day before yesterday, Third Master had reprimanded concubine. Madam is generous. It is this concubine that is uneducated and does not know how weighty something is." Turns out, she wanted to follow along and serve Dao-thi.

Dao-thi and Lam Can Dung had the same thought: she would not go. Listening to this concubine's words now, they were stunned.

Dao-thi sneered, "Up to you. But if you are unwell, immediately return and rest. Don't let other people think that I'm hard towards you." She grounded her teeth and angrily spat out the remaining words. If she did not worry about this concubine's fake act, using Lam Diec Chi to say bad things about… She, Dao Thai Linh, was not so easily bullied. She had never accepted such a thing!

"Madam!" Concubine Hoang intently stared, her lips curved into a gentle smile. She sarcastically said: "Everyone says that Madam's temperament is not good, but this concubine knows that Madam is generous. The good things about Madam, this concubine will remember in her heart. This concubine sincerely wants to serve Madam." Overlooking Dao-thi's temperament, the mother and daughter pair had helped to cover up Lam Diec Chi. She will, in front of the First Branch, Second Branch, and guests, flatter Dao-thi.

Dao-thi had always been proud. She refused to lose in from of others, only eating soft and not eating hard. Concubine Hoang was like soft candy delivered to her mouth. She didn't know what to say. Blinked and suddenly and fiercely pulled Ngo-thi out.

Lam Can Dung carried Lam Than Chi slowly, deliberately staying in the rear.

Concubine Hoang didn't have the slightest awareness that she was unwelcome and dismissed herself. On the outside, she smiled warmly at Lam Can Dung and talking as if they were talking about the weather. "Fourth Young Miss, it must've been a long time since you have seen Madam Co, right? Heard that Madam Co had brought along a lot of presents. There are some items that are foreign and no one has ever seen. That adopted Young Master's appearance is quite decent. Out of the younger generation of the Lam, Luc, and Ngo Families, he stands at the top. Heard that Old Master and Officials asked him a few questions, but it wasn't difficult for him. What was his name? Perhaps, Luc Giam? Same age as Ngo Family's Second Young Master."

Lam Can Dung's heart stuttered, making it difficult to breathe. Having lived and been reborn, being abandoned and encountering bandits, everything happened in the blink of an eye. Even if she prepared herself psychologically, hearing this name, she could not stop the hate that devoured the skies.

Lingbi Stone: http://www.spys168.com/m/proshow.asp?strID=2440