After the female supporting role is quickly put on, she is full of charm

Chapter 341: The Gentle-Looking Maid with a Serious Heart

Today, Chu Yunzhi came back early from court and personally drew eyebrows for Azhi, making her look as beautiful as a blooming flower.

Then he took Azhi's hand and walked towards Shoukangyuan sweetly like a newlywed couple.

When she saw Chu Yunzhi and Azhi coming together to pay their respects to her, Mrs. Chu's face was immediately filled with a satisfied smile.

"I have met the old lady."

Ah Zhi bowed respectfully.

“The son has seen his mother.”

Chu Yunzhi also bowed.

Old Madam Chu hurriedly stood up and helped Ah Zhi up, saying with a smile, "Get up, sit down quickly, the fact that you are willing to come and pay your respects to me shows that you are filial."

Seeing Ah Zhi's rosy and radiant complexion, Old Madam Chu was secretly delighted. It seemed that Chu Yunzhi really loved Ah Zhi during this period.

Old Madam Chu has seen how good Chu Yunzhi has been to Ah Zhi during this period, and she is very happy about it.

I thought that given Chu Yunzhi's cold personality, he probably wouldn't be too keen on Azhi.

After all, Chu Yunzhi never liked anyone when he was young, and he was not the kind of person who indulged in sensual pleasures.

So Mrs. Chu was really surprised by Chu Yunzhi's changes.

Chu Yunzhi is already this old now. Even if he occasionally goes out to drink and have fun with his colleagues, and those colleagues take him to places of entertainment, he will never indulge in such things.

The outside world praises Chu Yunzhi as a gentleman who keeps himself clean and is as bright as the moon.

Mrs. Chu's only expectation for Ah Zhi was to give birth to a child, and she never expected her to be loved.

After all, in the eyes of Old Madam Chu, it is enough for a woman to be able to give birth.

Although he is getting older, he is still more than capable of protecting Azhi and the children.

Old Madam Chu never doubted Chu Yunzhi's physical condition and always believed that the problem lay with Liu Leqing.

Now, Chu Yunzhi would go to Yilan Courtyard after court every day. This was beyond the expectations of Old Madam Chu, and she couldn't help but sigh that he seemed to have really fallen in love with Azhi.

But in fact, the so-called "touched" was not what Mrs. Chu thought. Chu Yunzhi just felt that it was quite peaceful to get along with Azhi.

The relationship between Chu Yunzhi and Liu Leqing was indeed harmonious, and he fulfilled his responsibilities as a husband.

However, also under the persuasion of Old Lady Chu, Chu Yunzhi realized that he still had to fulfill his duties as the head of the Chu family and could not just think about his own preferences.

So he began to try to contact Azhi, trying to understand this woman, hoping to find some common ground and topics.

To his surprise, this attempt actually brought him an unexpected surprise.

Different from Liu Leqing's outgoing and charming personality, Azhi gives people the feeling of being more like a gentle and clear spring.

Her presence is like a gentle breeze, blowing quietly, making people feel extremely comfortable and at ease.

Whenever Chu Yunzhi dragged his tired body back home, as long as he stepped into the Yilan Courtyard where Azhi was, he could immediately feel an unprecedented peaceful atmosphere.

It was as if all the worries and pressures were left behind, allowing him to immerse himself in the tranquility.

This feeling gradually made Chu Yunzhi addicted, and he found himself becoming more and more dependent on Azhi's company.

Her gentleness and thoughtfulness became a safe haven for his soul, giving him a moment of respite in his busy life.

Therefore, Chu Yunzhi paid more and more attention to Azhi, and their feelings for him grew deeper and deeper.

Although Chu Yunzhi cared more and more about Azhi, he did not forget Liu Leqing.

Although he no longer appears in front of Liu Leqing as frequently as before, he still takes time to visit her and care about her physical condition.

But for Liu Leqing, this is far from enough.

In Liu Leqing's eyes, Chu Yunzhi obviously ignored her, which made her feel lost and dissatisfied.

Although she knew that Chu Yunzhi would still come to visit her, this change was difficult for her to accept.

She clearly realized that a gap had arisen between them, and that Azhi was the culprit behind all this.

Chu Yunzhi walked over to Old Madam Chu and sat down, smiling and saying, "Mother is really partial. She only saw Lingzhang coming to pay his respects to you, but didn't notice that my biological son was also here."

"eccentric?"

Madam Chu smiled and shook her head, "When have I ever been so partial as you said? Ling Zhang is your aunt now, you should set up a few tables of banquets and let everyone in the mansion come to witness it."

She turned and looked at Ling Zhang, her eyes full of love and concern.

"You can't let Ling Zhang suffer any injustice. You know, Ling Zhang is like a goddaughter to me. She is more than qualified to be someone's legal wife even if she gets married."

What Mrs. Chu said was not wrong. If she were to marry as a goddaughter, she could indeed find a good home.

After all, Ling Zhang was born beautiful and gentle, and she grew up with Old Madam Chu. With such a respectable status, she would be better off than anyone else if she married off.

If she is taken into the room as a maid, she can only be a concubine with a low status and may even be bullied by the wife.

Old Madam Chu did not make the decision directly for Ling Zhang, but asked about her own wishes.

Ling Zhang had already secretly developed feelings for Chu Yunzhi and didn't want to leave the Chu family at all.

So when Old Madam Chu made this suggestion, she chose to become Chu Yunzhi's maid without hesitation.

Although she was just a concubine, she was already content to be able to stay with the man she loved.

Ah Zhi clutched the corner of her clothes tightly with her hands, blushing shyly as she said, "Thank you, old lady, but I don't want to go to great lengths. Now that Grandma is ill, it's really inappropriate to hold a grand ceremony."

"What's wrong with this?"

Madam Chu frowned slightly and said in a serious tone, "Don't think too much. This concubine banquet is a big deal. How can we deal with it casually?"

Madam Chu held Ah Zhi's hand, her eyes full of love and tenderness, "You just think too much. Liu Leqing's poor health has nothing to do with your concubine banquet."

"If she really can't get up, then forget it, but I don't want to treat you unfairly."

Old Madam Chu gently patted the back of Ah Zhi's hand.

"Don't worry, I'll take care of everything."

Azhi couldn't help but secretly glance at Chu Yunzhi beside him.

That cautious look is like a frightened rabbit, which makes people feel pity for it.

Chu Yunzhi noticed Azhi's gaze and smiled at her to show his support.

Old Madam Chu looked at the interaction between the two and nodded with satisfaction.

At this time, Chu Yunzhi said softly, "Okay, mother has already arranged everything for you. We will act according to mother's arrangements. I think it won't take too long to set up the banquet."

Since even Chu Yunzhi agreed to hold a good party, Azhi naturally could not refuse.

The corners of her mouth rose slightly in a faint smile, looking very gentle.

Chu Yunzhi walked over to Ah Zhi and comforted her softly. "Don't worry, everything will go well."

Azhi nodded with gratitude in his eyes.

"Thank you for your kindness, sir."

When Mrs. Chu saw that the concubine banquet was confirmed, a smile finally appeared on her face and she turned to look at Ah Zhi.

"I haven't had breakfast yet. You should have breakfast with me today."

Ah Zhi had actually used it in the morning, but Old Madam Chu had already invited her.

She couldn't refuse directly, so she agreed with a smile.

"Okay, I'm hungry too."

The three of them moved to the side hall, and breakfast was soon served.

In the morning, Mrs. Chu's meals were very light. Apart from a few exquisite side dishes and cakes, the main staple food was fish fillet millet porridge.

This is Mrs. Chu’s favorite thing to eat in the morning. She basically can’t do without a bowl of fish porridge for every meal.

Mrs. Chu drank the fish porridge and said to Ah Zhi with satisfaction, "This fish porridge is very delicious. You should try it too."

Ah Zhi smiled and nodded in agreement, but when the fish porridge was brought to her, the fishy smell was particularly pungent.

Her chest instantly churned and she couldn't help but cover her mouth and nose with a handkerchief and retched.

Liusu, who was standing by, hurried forward to help Ah Zhi and asked worriedly, "Aunt, what happened to you? Are you feeling unwell?"

Madam Chu was also beside her, her face full of concern, and asked nervously, "Ling Zhang, are you okay?"

Chu Yunzhi frowned even more and ordered the servant beside him, "Hurry up and ask the doctor to come and take a look."

Ah Zhi finally caught his breath, his face as pale as paper as he forced a smile, "I'm fine... maybe I just can't stand the smell of fish..."

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Chu quickly had the fish porridge taken away and looked at Ah Zhi with concern.

"If you still feel uncomfortable, you must see a doctor."

Ah Zhi nodded gratefully and said, "Thank you for your concern, old lady."

Chu Yunzhi looked at Azhi with a serious face.