svetikya Chapter 315 The Marriage is Settled
Chapter 315 The Marriage is Settled
Jiao Yansong acted faster than Wen Zongji had imagined. Within a few days, he found a matchmaker and went to the Marquis of Zhongyong's residence to propose marriage.
Because neither of his parents were around, Jiao Yansong had to take care of everything himself.
Although it looks somewhat incongruous.
However, Ms. Jiang still received the matchmaker very seriously, and then refused on the grounds that Wen Shuyu was still too young.
This is the normal procedure.
The matchmaker didn't press the matter; she simply spoke well of Jiao Yansong and then left.
A few days later, the matchmaker came again, and this time Jiao Yansong came along, choosing a day off.
He even specifically informed Wen Zongji in advance.
Therefore, Wen Zongji arrived at the Marquis's residence early that morning, where Wen Chuanhong was also present.
As soon as Jiao Yansong arrived at the Marquis's residence, he was invited to the main hall, where Wen Chuanhong, Wen Zongren, and Wen Zongji, father and son, were waiting for him.
Jiao Yansong walked in, and for some reason, I felt like I was being interrogated by three people.
He calmly walked into the main hall, cupped his hands, and said, "This humble official greets Your Excellency."
Wen Chuanhong raised his hand: "No need for formalities, please sit down."
Wen Chuanhong sized up Jiao Yansong and secretly acknowledged Wen Zongji's discerning eye.
Jiao Yansong is tall and slender, with a handsome appearance and a very impressive presence. Most importantly, he is the newly appointed third-ranked scholar.
Wen Chuanhong admires people who are good at reading.
"Are you from Yong'an Prefecture?"
Jiao Yansong nodded: "That's right, my father is Jiao Gaocheng, the prefect of Yong'an Prefecture."
Wen Chuanhong said, "I know your father; he was a good official who cared deeply for the people."
"On behalf of my father, I thank Your Excellency for your kind words."
Wen Zongji had known about Jiao Gaocheng for a long time.
Although parents and children cannot be completely equal, their mutual influence is undeniable.
Wen Zongji didn't want to gamble on the probability of bad bamboo producing good shoots.
Therefore, when he ordered the investigation of Jiao Yansong, he focused on investigating Jiao Gaocheng.
Wen Zongren leaned close to Wen Zongji's ear and whispered, "You have good taste, much better than Zhao Hongrong."
Wen Zongren found Zhao Hongrong increasingly displeasing, even though he was the heir of the Duke of Zhao, he was still inferior to Jiao Yansong in his eyes.
At least Jiao Yansong dared to promise that he would only take a concubine if he was childless at the age of forty, unlike Zhao Hongrong who started indulging in debauchery when Wen Shuxuan was pregnant.
Wen Zongji asked, "I heard that my younger sister is pregnant?"
Pei Rujing told her about this.
Because Lady Zhao wanted Wen Shuxuan to give up her job at the newspaper and focus on her pregnancy.
However, Wen Shuxuan refused, saying she was only willing to focus on her pregnancy five months later.
Because of this, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law had a big conflict.
Zhao Hongrong naturally sided with his mother, but he didn't dare to speak out because of the existence of the Marquis of Zhongyong's mansion.
Zhao Guogong, however, made it clear that Wen Shuxuan had already given birth once, and that she was aware of this.
Moreover, a pregnant woman's mood is more important than anything else, so just go along with her.
Lady Zhao naturally listened to Duke Zhao, which prevented a major conflict between mother-in-law and daughter-in-law.
Wen Shuxuan told Pei Rujing about it, and Pei Rujing then told Wen Zongji.
Wen Zongren had naturally heard about it and said, "Her mother-in-law has always wanted to control her. Because her younger sister always goes to the newspaper office, she has long been dissatisfied. Fortunately, Duke Zhao spoke up, otherwise it might have really caused a scene."
Wen Zongji said, "What a pity for the Duke of Zhao! A tiger father, a dog son!"
Wen Zongren wholeheartedly agreed: "That's right."
The reason for choosing the Duke of Zhao's family for marriage was also because of the Duke of Zhao's character.
It is also very important that the head of the household is open-minded and fair in dealing with matters.
Just like now, Wen Shuxuan is in the Duke of Zhao's mansion. Her husband is unreliable and her mother-in-law is unkind. Fortunately, Duke Zhao is wise and can keep the Duchess of Zhao in check, so that Wen Shuxuan can go to the newspaper freely.
Wen Chuanhong glanced at the two of them and coughed lightly.
Wen Zongji and his companion immediately sat up straight.
Wen Chuanhong asked Jiao Yansong, "Since your parents are not around, what are your plans for marriage?"
Jiao Yansong said, "I have already written to my parents about this matter. They will send some people from Yong'an Prefecture to the capital. I have already bought a courtyard in the capital, and I will certainly not let the Second Miss suffer any injustice."
Just as Wen Zongji had thought, although Jiao Yansong was not born into a powerful family, he would not let Wen Shuyu suffer.
Courtyards in Beijing are not cheap, but Jiao Yansong bought one without batting an eye, which shows that his family is quite wealthy.
Jiao Gaocheng had served as a local official for a long time, and he had many ways to legally make money, so his wealth was considerable.
Wen Chuanhong said, "Without your parents' help, you must support and understand each other from now on."
"Yes."
By saying this, Wen Chuanhong meant that he agreed to the marriage.
He had just spoken with Jiao Yansong, and from Jiao Yansong's words and actions, he could tell that Jiao Yansong was an upright gentleman.
They happen to be the kind of people Wen Chuanhong admires most.
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Wen Chuanhong accepted Jiao Yansong's marriage proposal, and now he could proceed with the Level 6 exam in an orderly manner.
It is now the third month of the eighteenth year of Shun'an. The wedding date can only be known after the horoscopes are matched, but it will most likely be at the end of this year or the beginning of next year.
Once the marriage was arranged, Wen Shuyu quickly received the news.
Aunt Chen looked at her and patted her head: "You're getting married too."
Wen Shuxuan leaned against Aunt Chen's chest: "Auntie, please visit the county princess's mansion more often. I won't mind."
After she gets married, Aunt Chen will truly be all alone.
Aunt Chen shook her head and didn't say anything.
She simply couldn't do it, given her personality.
Wen Shuyu bit her lip: "Then play mahjong with the maids. It's actually quite fun. I'll teach you, Auntie."
Aunt Chen was a very easygoing person and didn't care much about anything. Even during the peak of mahjong's popularity, she didn't follow the trend and learn to play.
Aunt Chen knew that Wen Shuyu was worried about her: "Alright, you teach me."
Wen Shuyu pursed her lips: "I wish I could bring my aunt with me when I get married."
Aunt Chen chuckled: "Silly child."
Wen Shuyu closed her eyes. She used to think that getting married was no big deal, but now she felt it was terrible.
But she couldn't turn down the marriage, because she would get married sooner or later, and if not this marriage, there would be others.
All she could do was spend more time with Aunt Chen before she got married.
County Princess's Mansion
When Pei Rujing saw Wen Zongji return, she asked, "Is it settled?"
Wen Zongji nodded: "Father agreed. Father greatly admires Jiao Yansong."
Pei Rujing felt it was only natural: "After all, she's the one my husband has chosen."
Rui Ge'er was very excited to see Wen Zongji return. He ran over and reached out his arms for Wen Zongji to hug him, calling out, "Daddy~ Daddy~".
Wen Zongji picked him up casually: "Oh dear, you've gotten heavier again, you little chubby."
Rui Ge'er is fair-skinned and chubby, with a soft, squishy little face that feels great to the touch.
Pei Rujing rolled her eyes at him: "How can you talk about your own son like that!"
Wen Zongji kissed Rui Ge'er: "Were you a good boy today?"
"good--"
Rui Ge'er praised himself in a childish voice.
"Have you missed your father?"
"think--"
Even a single word, Rui-ge'er can still say.
Moreover, he is increasingly able to understand what adults are saying and can even have simple conversations.