By a twist of fate, the illegitimate son of the Marquis's family marries the county princess.

Chapter 279 Moving

"How about we have a daughter someday?"

Wen Zongji had just taken off his official robes when he heard Pei Rujing's words.

He chuckled, "Why are you already thinking about having another child so soon after giving birth?"

He had no intention of having several children, after all, being childless by choice is a rare occurrence in later generations.

However, in this era where filial impiety is considered the greatest of the three unfilial acts and having no offspring is the greatest, Wen Zongji was determined to have only Pei Rujing, so their offspring could not be just one person.

Pei Rujing held his hand: "I saw Yue'er at my mother-in-law's today and even held her for a while. Daughters are so fragrant and soft, unlike sons."

Wen Zongji said, "You just gave birth to Rui Ge'er, and your body is weakened. You need to spend a few more years recuperating. Let's talk about it again in a few years."

"oh."

Pei Rujing was somewhat disappointed.

Wen Zongji bent down to look at her and said softly, "My wife, you are the most important person to me. We can have a child, but your health is the most important thing."

Pei Rujing instantly forgot her obsession with her daughter and reached out to hug Wen Zongji's neck: "To me, my husband is the most important person, the most, most important person!"

Wen Zongji smiled, then pulled Pei Rujing into his lap and asked, "Have you had dinner yet?"

"I used it," Pei Rujing nodded. "Didn't you say you were going to dine with your father-in-law? So I didn't wait for you."

"I talked with my father and elder brother for a while and told them that we would be moving to the county princess's mansion tomorrow."

Pei Rujing asked him with great interest, "Has my husband visited the county princess's residence yet?"

Wen Zongji shook his head: "I haven't had time. Changdong went there for me though. The county princess's mansion is in Nanlin Lane, just two streets away from the marquis's mansion, and not far from the princess's mansion either."

Pei Rujing said, "I know. Uncle has thought it all out for us. The county princess's residence is located between the marquis's residence and the princess's residence, so it's convenient for us to go back to either one."

"Oh right, Father gave Yu Yu to me."

"Yu Yu? Who is that?"

Pei Rujing had no recollection of this person.

Wen Zongji said, "Yu Yu is the captain of the guards in the mansion. When I left the capital to inspect various places before, it was Yu Yu who led people to protect me. He is quite capable. With him in charge of training the guards of the county magistrate's mansion, the safety of the county magistrate's mansion is not a problem."

Pei Rujing suddenly realized and said, "It's fine as long as my husband makes the arrangements."

She didn't care about it.

Wen Zongji sighed and said, "Granny Feng is getting old and can't possibly keep managing the county princess's mansion and so many estates and shops for you. You can't possibly prevent Granny Feng from enjoying her retirement, can you?"

Granny Feng hurriedly said, "Young master, this old servant still needs to serve the young master."

Granny Feng was used to being busy and had no intention of enjoying her retirement.

Wen Zongji looked at Pei Rujing and said, "My lady should take on some of the household responsibilities. You can take it slowly, but you can't do nothing."

Pei Rujing pouted: "Why do you suddenly want me to manage the household affairs?"

"Because once you arrive at the county princess's mansion, you will no longer be the third daughter-in-law of the Marquis of Zhongyong's mansion, but the mistress of the county princess's mansion. You must have the demeanor and ability of a mistress."

Pei Rujing remained silent.

She still resisted.

Pei Rujing was used to being carefree, but managing the newspaper gave her a greater sense of responsibility; otherwise, she would have refused on the spot.

Wen Zongji didn't pressure her, giving her time to think it over before bringing it up again.

……

The following day was a day off.

But Wen Zongji didn't even have time to sleep in. Early in the morning, he and Pei Rujing left the Marquis of Zhongyong's mansion and headed to the county princess's mansion, watched by everyone in the Marquis's mansion.

Nanlin Lane, the residence of the Anhe County Magistrate

Pei Rujing sat in the carriage, looking at the plaque above the gate of the mansion in front of her, in a very good mood.

This will be her and Wen Zongji's home from now on, a home that belongs entirely to them.

The servants, led by the steward, were all waiting at the door.

As Pei Rujing and Wen Zongji alighted from the carriage, they respectfully greeted each other, saying, "We pay our respects to the County Princess and the son-in-law."

Pei Rujing raised her hand: "No need for formalities."

The wet nurse stood behind, holding Rui Ge'er.

This was Rui Ge'er's first time leaving the manor. Seeing all the new things, he wasn't afraid at all. He turned his little head around, as if he was curious about everything.

A sedan chair, which had been prepared in advance, was placed at the entrance of the mansion.

Pei Rujing took Ruige from the wet nurse's arms and carried him into the sedan chair.

Wen Zongji also got into the sedan chair.

The group passed through the hanging flower gate and entered the backyard of the county magistrate's mansion.

Finally, it stopped in the main courtyard.

This is also the courtyard where Pei Rujing and Wen Zongji will live in the future.

The county princess's mansion was built to the same specifications as the princess's mansion, so the main courtyard here was even larger than that of the Marquis of Zhongyong's mansion.

The main courtyard is planted with various flowers and bonsai.

It's the season when flowers are in bloom, and you can smell the fragrance of hundreds of flowers as soon as you enter.

Rui Ge'er seemed to be pleasantly surprised, waving his little hands and grinning from ear to ear.

Pei Rujing said, "It seems that Brother Rui really likes this place."

Wen Zongji said, "That's perfect. We'll be staying here from now on."

Everything in the main house was newly prepared, and the bedding in their room was aired out a day in advance to ensure there would be no odor.

The servants here arrive early and do everything they can to please their master.

Wen Zongji took a look around and was quite satisfied with the layout.

His study was more than twice the size, and the bed in the study had been replaced with a large bed, so even sleeping here wouldn't be as uncomfortable as before.

All the books from the Hou mansion's study have been moved here, but they haven't even filled half the bookshelves yet, which shows how much larger the study is than his previous one.

Pei Rujing then went to look inside the room. The glass mirror bestowed by Emperor Shun'an was placed inside the room, and the screens used for decoration in the room were also bestowed by the palace, and were exquisite.

The cook from Yunguang Courtyard was originally brought by Pei Rujing from the Princess's residence, so she naturally came to the County Princess's residence as well.

The first meal they ate after moving was still prepared by the cook.

The food was all prepared to suit their tastes, just like it was at the Marquis's residence.

But after the meal, the two went for a walk, and looking at the completely unfamiliar surroundings, the real feeling of moving suddenly overwhelmed them.

Granny Feng said, "Princess, how about we hold a flower-viewing banquet at your residence?"

After moving to a new house, people usually invite some people over to celebrate.

Pei Rujing frowned, thought for a moment, and said, "Then let's invite the people who have formed a mahjong club to come to the county magistrate's mansion to play."

She couldn't think of anyone to invite to the flower viewing party, so she decided to just invite the members of the mahjong club.

At the very least, the goal is clear.

Granny Feng agreed and went to make the arrangements.