Chapter 19: The Rooster is Better than the Phoenix

Liushimewei slightly raised her eyebrows in surprise.

On the surface, it seems that Jiuge, who usually appears carefree, is actually being deliberately provocative about her marriage.

The imperial decree has already determined the marriage, and they cannot change it. The best they can do is to ensure that Liushimewei has a better life in the royal family.

When the marriage is mentioned, Liang Wei's expression darkens: "Prince Dunyu is a fool, and Shimei will probably have a hard time in the future. But in my opinion, it's still better than being the prince's consort."

Behind closed doors, the members of the Liang family really dare to say anything!

Liang Yi's lips curl with a sinister smile as he says, "I think that too! Entering the prince's mansion, if Shimei gets bullied, we may not be able to stand up for her. But with Prince Dunyu... hehe!"

They all worry about themselves, and Shimei doesn't hold back either: "Grandfather, rest assured. It was a sudden turn of events, and Shimei had no choice but to choose this path. Fortunately, Prince Dunyu has a pure heart like a child. Children are obedient when taught well."

Nevertheless, everyone's faces lack any trace of joy at the thought of a good girl being forced to marry a fool because of others' schemes.

At this moment, Mrs. Wang brings out the dowry list: "Shimei, take this list back and compare it. If they refuse, ask your uncle to help. We can't let the Zhang family swallow our Liang family's belongings."

Liushimewei takes it with a smile and says, "I will trouble one of the brothers to lend me some ink and paper so I can make a copy as a backup. To prevent certain people from becoming angry and tearing it up."

"Shimei truly knows my heart!" Mrs. Wang's eyes shimmer with admiration.

After having dinner at the Liang family, several aunts dressed her up and gave her a new set of clothes, as well as a full box of jewelry.

Eldest son Liang Xun led four younger brothers, riding tall horses to escort Liushimewei back to the Prime Minister's Mansion.

Initially, Liang Yi had no chance, but he managed to establish a rapport with Shimei and took advantage of this opportunity.

He did not ride the horse but sat on the front of the carriage, engaging her in conversation along the way.

The Prime Minister's Mansion only learned about Liang family's visit after not seeing Miss Liu for the whole afternoon, only to find out that she had gone to the Liang family to seek help!

The Liang family members who came were all junior officers below the third rank, so they posed no threat to Miss Liu.

This was the Liang family's way of showing courtesy before using force.

The Liang men were all strong and sturdy, far from the fragile scholars of the Liu family.

In the hall, Liushimewei stood at the forefront with a hint of a smile on her lips: "Father, Grandfather has asked my brothers to bring my mother's dowry list for you to review."

Liu Fuyun's expression was undoubtedly bleak, and Madame Zhang was furious.

However, Liushimewei appeared much more confident than before, and after visiting the Liang family, she had changed into a new outfit made of brocade and adorned with pure gold jewelry, making her look as noble as a celestial goddess!

Comparing her to Liu Yan'er...

No, there was simply no comparison!

It was like comparing a chicken to a phoenix!

Liu Yan'er was even more envious, clutching her handkerchief tightly, thinking, "Why don't I have such a good maternal family!"

But when the dowry was brought up, Madame Zhang was somewhat relieved: "Shimei, as I mentioned before, I won't touch your mother's dowry. It's reserved for you when you marry into Prince Dunyu's mansion. You brought your cousins over...?"

"Just a moment." Liushimewei raised her hand, signaling her to stop, and interjected, "Madame Zhang, can you please tell me, do you think my mother's dowry is just a small amount?"

She took out a whole scroll of the dowry list that she had copied in the afternoon, unfurling it as if rolling out a red carpet, and it stopped in front of Liu Fuyun and Madame Zhang!

Black and white!

"Now, Your Excellency, Madame Zhang, can you tell me how small my mother's dowry really is?"