klisemfg Chapter 1105 Chapter 1105
Chapter 1105 Chapter 1105
Now, he was even more reluctant to call Song Guanzhou "fourth cousin". After several elders corrected him several times, he stiffened his neck and said, "Guanzhou and I are close friends. We both like mathematics, so we are close friends. Fourth cousin, fifth cousin, it's hard to pronounce!"
What's more, Song Guanzhou is not even older than Xiao Cang in terms of age.
The elders couldn't argue with his crooked logic, and Song Guanzhou and Pei An didn't care, especially Song Guanzhou, "It doesn't matter. My father gave me a name for people to call me, cousin sister-in-law and cousin. I'm not used to calling you Cangge, and I'm the same way."
Stop it!
The elders of the Xiao family swallowed their words of scolding their children for being ignorant. Pei Jian, due to the taboo between the father-in-law and the daughter-in-law, did not want to preach.
It was actually left like this.
Before he could explain anything else, Pei An stood up and bowed to the elders and peers, saying, "Father, two uncles, Lord Jiang, Guan Zhou is testing me today. I am afraid my body will ache because I cannot sit still for half a day. Please allow my son and I to leave for now and come back to greet you at dinner."
Returning victorious, everyone was happy.
When Pei An carried Song Guanzhou to the sedan chair, Xiao Cang rubbed his scarlet eyes and walked forward and said, "Guanzhou, thank you for today. I was very worried before entering the capital, and my parents wanted to find me a wife. I was resentful and offended you a lot, but please don't take it to heart. From now on, the Xiao family in Jiangzhou is your home. As long as I, Xiao Wu, am still alive, I will do whatever you ask me to do."
These words, coming from Xiao Cang's mouth, still made everyone look sideways.
Especially those in the Xiao family who are familiar with Xiao Cang's nature. He was born rich and was in charge of the accounts. Many times, he believed in not doing anything without profit. When you see him scolding his servants casually, you can tell that he ignores and is indifferent to life.
I can't believe it——
Song Guanzhou waved his hand, "It's not that serious. If one day I go to Jiangzhou, you can drink and sing with me, it will be a great pleasure."
"Song Guanzhou, I can't take back my words once they've been spoken."
Pei An held his forehead with his hand, "...Okay, you're still dividing this among our family?"
After helping the sedan chair away, Pei Chen and Xiao Du played the role of good hosts and invited everyone to have dinner. Jin Yunfan wanted to stay, but Jiang came over and whispered something in his ear, so he had to change his mind.
When saying goodbye to Pei Jian, Pei Jian seemed to be thinking, "Da Lang, now only you and your wife are here, the general and the princess are still in Liyang?"
Jin Yunfan stood up and said, "Dongqiao has been making moves recently, and my father is too busy to leave Liyang. The princess has always been weak, and at this age, she can't stand the fatigue of traveling, so he sent my wife and I to Beijing to take care of the affairs of the mansion with my sister Fuyun."
"Young lady, you are in your prime, are you sure you are engaged?"
Jin Yunfan did not dare to hide anything in front of Pei Jian, and mentioned He Jiang's matter, "The prince and my father exchanged letters and mentioned a few things. I have just arrived in Beijing, so I am afraid we will discuss it someday. I hope it is a good match."
"Your father has a keen eye for talent, and Prince Yong has a good reputation in the court. But your eldest daughter is naturally intelligent, but have you heard what she has to say?"
"The marriage of children is always decided by parents. Before I leave, I will pay my respects to the princess. The princess knows my sister's personality very well and thinks that she should be matched with Prince Yong."
One is a widow, the other is a widower.
They are well matched in terms of social status and talents.
Pei Jian nodded slightly, "That's good. The eldest lady returned home early today, saying that she was not feeling well. You and your wife should take care of her. We won't keep any more guests at home."
After sending Jin Yunfan and his wife away, he called Pei Hai over.
Pei Hai had been busy all day and was still staring at the kitchen. After hearing Lin Xi's words, he quickly came to Zhengxian Pavilion.
After a day of examinations, the brothers Pei Jian and Xiao Hongyun were also tired. Now Jiang Buyi and Lin Moyun were chatting with the students and candidates in Yanlai Hall, so he returned to Zhengxian Pavilion to take a rest.
Pei Hai came in, he was resting with his eyes closed.
Hearing the voice, he did not open his eyes, "Da Hai, close the door." Pei Hai responded, walked back and gently closed the door, "Master, I will light some agarwood for you to relieve your fatigue."
"No need."
He then opened his eyes, full of vicissitudes, "Has there been any progress recently regarding the matter of the eldest daughter of the Jin family?"
He then motioned for Pei Hai to sit down.
The master and servant looked at each other, and Pei Hai whispered, "There was a murder in the other courtyard, but the young lady still came to the mansion today. I have to say that her character is better than that of ordinary women. I am afraid that some weak men are not as good as her."
"Cousin Guanzhou, was it her doing?"
Pei Hai shook his head. "Zhu San is her man, and also a close and trusted confidant. Today, the Crown Prince's wife received the wife and daughter of the eldest young master of the Jin family. I heard a few words and they said they came to apologize for a misunderstanding with the fourth young master's wife earlier."
"Jin Meng had so many children, but the princess he disliked the most gave birth to a daughter who looked exactly like him. It's a pity. If it was a son, Jin Meng wouldn't have been without a successor until now."
Through the princess's suppression and purge, among the few illegitimate sons who can now show up, I'm afraid only Jin Yunfan is considered to be acceptable.
"If this marriage can be accomplished, it would be great. But my subordinates got the letter back that the young lady seems to be dissatisfied with He Jiang."
"I'm sure I'm dissatisfied."
Pei Jian took a sip of tea and sighed slightly, "She is thinking about Si Lang in her heart, and her mind is all on this." Pei Hai heard this and was not surprised, "Master, don't worry, a girl in the boudoir, and the royal family members are also watching her, so she dare not do anything reckless."
"Guan Zhou is also a girl from the boudoir. Today, she is really an eye-opener. So, don't look down on women. In the past, she was the Queen Mother. How many people in history books dare to look down on her now?"
Although the Queen Mother failed to save the country from destruction, she remained calm and calculated in times of crisis.
Without her, how could the previous dynasty have lasted so long.
"The Fourth Young Master's wife is as capable as any man. Today, even my cousin is convinced. This is also an honor for our mansion." Pei Hai replied with a smile, which made Pei Jian look slightly happy.
"Yes, how can we underestimate Shouan's daughter?" Pei Jian held up his beard, "So, we must not underestimate the determination of the eldest daughter of the Jin family to win Silang. She is in charge of the household affairs at a young age and has made a career. Guanzhou is the most favored daughter of the Song family, so how can he be her opponent——"
"Master, what do you mean...?"
"It is natural for a girl to have feelings of love as she grows up. Prince Yong is both virtuous and talented, so he is a good match for her."
Pei Hai heard this and replied in a low voice, "I understand."
"…She came to my house today, and there was nothing wrong with her, emotionally or logically. But do you know why she left quietly afterwards?"
Pei Hai pondered for a moment and said in a low voice, "In my humble opinion, she and the Crown Prince's wife are sitting on the side with the women, very close to the Fourth Young Master and his wife. I'm afraid she doesn't want to see the Fourth Young Master and the Young Madam in harmony."
Ever since Jin Fuyun entered the mansion, Pei Hai had two quiet and unremarkable maids to help with the heavy work while they went in and out and observed people's words and expressions.
Whenever I saw something, I would report it directly to him.
Only then did we reach this conclusion.
Pei Jian dropped the teacup on the table, but it did not fall over or spill water. The bottom of the cup hit the table several times before coming to a steady stop.
"The evil spirit will never die!"