"My father has discussed this matter with your grandfather, and your grandfather also agrees." Xia Zhihe said with a serious face.
Naturally, he would not tell his children that he took concubines not only for the power of the Sun family, but also for the sake of Sun Jiaolan.
In his opinion, even if it were not for the power of the Sun family, the entire Xia family belonged to him, and it was natural for him to take a concubine.
"Grandpa agreed?" Xia Zhilu said in surprise.
Xia Hongzhang on the side also spoke, but his focus was obviously different from Xia Zhilu's.
"What benefits can the Sun family bring to us?"
Compared with whether his father takes a concubine, he is more concerned about what benefits he can get from it. As for the others, it is just a concubine. If he takes it, he will take it. What else can he do?
When Xia Zhilu heard her brother's question, she couldn't help but glance at him. She didn't say anything more, but lowered her eyes slightly, not knowing what she was thinking.
Compared to Xia Zhilu, Xia Zhihe is obviously more satisfied with Xia Hongzhang's reaction. The most important thing is what benefits it can bring to the family.
From Xia Zhihe's point of view, Xia Zhilu still followed Mrs. Li. She was like a woman all day long. It seemed that if she got married in the future, she would probably look like Mrs. Li. But those were things for later. As long as she could make her Just connect with a good in-law and bring benefits to the family.
It would be best if she could marry into Prince An's palace, so that she could try to win over Prince An. Even if she failed, she could use Xia Zhilu's help to get rid of Prince An and clear the way for the prince.
In this way, I have made such a great contribution to the prince. When the prince ascends the throne in the future, my status will naturally rise. It will be just around the corner to join the cabinet. It is not impossible to surpass my father-in-law, Mr. Li Ge.
Thinking like this, Xia Zhihe could still tolerate Xia Zhilu, so he casually responded: "Your grandfather agrees with this matter."
Then he said to Xia Hongzhang: "If we can get the Sun family to join us and unite with the Sun family, our Xia family's status and strength will be even higher. In this way, not only will you have the confidence to find a wife, but you will also have the confidence to find a wife." A better lady, even Luer will be more confident."
Xia Zhihe didn't explain it too clearly, but Xia Zhilu knew what her father meant, and her eyes lit up with excitement, leaving everything else behind.
She was the first to ask: "Dad, what do you mean, Lu'er will have a better chance?"
Xia Hongzhang, who was robbed of the conversation, glanced at his sister with some dissatisfaction, but when he thought of what Xia Zhihe said just now, his mood improved again.
I heard Xia Zhihe smile and say in a good mood: "This is natural. As long as our Xia family is strong, others will naturally rush to fawn over us, and those who originally have strong family backgrounds will not dare to look down on us anymore."
Xia Zhilu's eyes were shining. She knew that her father was referring to Prince An, but because her brother was nearby, her father could not say it clearly.
At that moment, her mood suddenly soared. She only thought that she would be more confident in front of Prince An and have more opportunities in the future, and she could not care about her mother, Li Shi.
Xia Hongzhang's thoughts at this time were the same as Xia Zhilu's. Both brother and sister were in a good mood because of Xia Zhihe's words, and they were not at all as gloomy as when they first entered the door.
Xia Hongzhang even thought of Xia Zhihe's taking a concubine, and he couldn't help but ask: "Dad, can I also take a concubine? Those who have helped our Xia family, if they have daughters at home It’s suitable in every aspect.”
Unexpectedly, Xia Hongzhang would associate it with him so quickly. Xia Zhihe nodded, but still said: "You can look at each other first and get in touch in private, but don't take a concubine before your wife comes in."
"Dad, why is this?" Xia Hongzhang suppressed his displeasure and asked eagerly.
He has already fallen in love with two young ladies. They are both concubines from friends' families. They are soft and lovely. He has long wanted to get them back to the house, but his mother has been unwilling to let go before. He finally mentioned it today. I wanted to take advantage of my father's opportunity to take a concubine, but I didn't expect that my father would not agree.
"Those aristocratic families attach great importance to this. Before the first wife comes into the house, the number of concubines and concubines in the husband's family are all within the scope of their consideration. Some families even request that they will not allow the first wife to give birth to a legitimate eldest son. The children of concubines are born first."
How could Xia Zhihe not see what his son was thinking?
He felt a little unhappy, but he still patiently explained: "Although I am a second-rank father, our Xia family's background is not deep enough and we do not have that kind of confidence, so we still need to pay attention to this aspect."
He didn't even understand such a simple truth. He only knew how to eat, drink and have fun on weekdays. Xia Zhihe was very disappointed with his son. At the same time, he complained more and more about Li. He only enjoyed happiness at home on weekdays and couldn't even teach his children well. It is becoming more and more useless to worry and embarrass yourself.
Seeing Xia Hongzhang's expression of surprise, Xia Zhihe's mood relaxed a little, and he couldn't help but warn: "You are now at the age of discussing marriage, but you must be serious about this matter, and you must not be greedy for temporary pleasure. , you missed this life-long event, if you can get a good marriage, it will be of great benefit to you in the future!"
In fact, he really didn't have much hope for Xia Hongzhang. At this age, let alone fame, he didn't even have any talent. In other words, Xia Hongzhang had some brains and didn't mix himself into the ranks of dandies. , otherwise it will be a problem to get married.
But even so, Xia Zhihe doesn't expect Xia Hongzhang to hook up with any high-ranking lady. If there is a chance, he will try his luck. If there is no chance, he should at least find someone similar, who can at least bring something to his career. help.
Xia Zhihe's face was expressionless, and he looked like a good father who patiently taught his children. Xia Hongzhang and Xia Zhilu, brother and sister, were relieved after hearing Xia Zhihe's explanation.
It was getting late, so the brother and sister took their leave.
Xia Zhihe's eyes darkened slightly as he looked at his children who were leaving. Taking in concubines this time was also breaking the current situation in which the Xia Mansion was controlled by the Li family.
Xia Zhihe knew in his heart that Xia Hongzhang could no longer be counted on, but what was embarrassing was that he had no other son who could take Xia Hongzhang's place.
In the past, in order to please the Li family, he could only be endlessly tolerant to the Li family. The inner house was all decided by the Li family. Even if he had an outhouse outside, he still did not dare to let the outhouse conceive his child for fear of something bad happening. .
