Corrupt official in the Red Chamber

Chapter 373 Getting married

Jia Rui actually didn't care about Jia Baoyu's marriage. He only brought it up for the sake of Lin Daiyu's health.

Now that the goal has been achieved, the family's biological mother and grandmother will naturally handle the matter. There is no need for him, an outsider, to continue to get involved.

So Jia Rui smiled and left.

Just when Jia She was fawning over Jia Rui, when he saw the couple saying goodbye, he quickly got up to see them off.

After the two of them left, the atmosphere in Rongqing Hall became a little deserted.

Mrs. Wang, who was sitting there, gritted her teeth and said, "Old lady, Baoyu is still young and hasn't entered school yet. Or should he wait for a year or two?"

Jia Mu glanced at her, and then said: "The girls are tired, let them go back and rest."

Jia Yingchun and other girls who were sitting there quickly got up and left after hearing what Jia Mu said.

After a while, only Jia Mu, Mrs. Wang, and Mrs. Xing were left in the entire lobby of Rongqing Hall.

At this time, Jia Mu glared at Mrs. Wang fiercely and said, "What happened in Baoyu's room, do you think I am an old fool?"

As soon as Jia Mu said this, everyone in the hall was stunned.

Especially Mrs. Xing, who was sitting there, her mouth wide open.

In Mrs. Xing's heart, Jia Baoyu has always been a lovely and good child, but today I heard Jia's mother say that Baoyu is not pure either!

Mrs. Wang next to her was blushing.

In fact, she has wiped her son's butt several times, but she really can't help her son because he's grown up!

Mother Jia softened her tone and continued: "Although I have always thought that Baoyu does not need to compete with those scholars for one or two positions, but judging from his thoughts, I must make Baoyu famous."

When she said this, Jia Mu also looked a little sad.

When Jia Baoyu was born, he didn't know whether it was the fool in front of him or something else, but he actually picked up a piece of jade from his mouth.

If this was placed in the royal family, it would be a great blessing, but if it was placed in the Jia family, it would be the root of trouble.

In addition, when the Jia family was in defeat, in order to prevent the family from encountering any further mishaps, she could only hold Jia Baoyu by her side and raise her.

Don't tell me, her trick really worked. As she doted on Jia Baoyu, the rumors outside slowly subsided.

But this person always had feelings. As she doted on Jia Baoyu more and more, she gradually couldn't hold back her hand and couldn't bear to control Baoyu ruthlessly.

Originally, Jia's mother also thought that with the help of Rongguo Mansion, a noble family that was on the verge of decline, and the fear of the royal family, it would not matter even if Jia Baoyu had no fame.

But she didn't expect that in the Jia family in Sunset Xishan, Jia Rui would rise rapidly and now become the chief minister of the dynasty.

This time, the things that Rongguo Mansion was afraid of before no longer existed.

But Jia Baoyu has been raised crookedly, and it will not be easy for him to make progress.

At this moment, Jia Zheng's letter came at the right time. Maybe by handing Jia Baoyu to Jia Rui, Baoyu will have a future in the future.

But there is still something to be said for this "hand over". It depends on how much Jia Rui can help.

When he was alive, the Dingxihou Mansion didn't seem to have a relationship with Wu Fu, so he might be able to help the Rongguo Mansion. If he died one day, they wouldn't necessarily care about the Rongguo Mansion!

"This matter has been settled. Baoyu's marriage must be settled immediately with someone, so that Baoyu can get married as soon as possible." Jia Mu said firmly.

Mrs. Wang was full of reluctance, but since Jia Mu had already made a decision, she had no way to disobey.

However, this dissatisfaction has already taken root in my heart.

"Then it's settled!" Mrs. Xing next to her said with a smile.

Mother Jia smiled slightly, and then said to Wang Xifeng beside her: "It's up to you to handle this matter. It must be done in a lively manner."

"Don't worry, old lady, I won't let you down."

Wang Xifeng thought for a moment, then blinked and asked, "Then where should we pick up the bride?"

When people present heard this, it was really a problem. You can't say that you are receiving a bride at your own home or worshiping at your own home, right?

Mrs.

After hearing this, Jia Mu slapped her thigh and said with a smile, "That's really what happened. If you want, I'll go to Dingxihou's mansion to pick up the bride."

Jia Mu then said to Wang Xifeng: "In two days, I will go to Dingxihou Mansion to discuss with Brother Rui and let Daiyu live there before getting married."

"Okay, I'll go there tomorrow."

They were discussing Jia Baoyu's marriage here. Before the afternoon, the entire Rongguo Mansion and even the entire Ningrong Street knew that Jia Baoyu was going to get married to Lin Daiyu.

Jia Baoyu, who had just returned from school, was full of surprise when he heard his personal servant Mingyan talking about the news circulating outside.

Among the sisters in Rongguo Mansion, he and Daiyu have the best relationship. In addition, the two of them are also engaged, so they often spend time together.

Now that this day has finally arrived, do you think Jia Baoyu can be unhappy?

Jia Baoyu screamed, threw away his boy, ran into the second gate with a few quick steps, and then followed the verandah into the Grand View Garden.

After that, we quickly went around the Xiaoxiang Pavilion in the Grand View Garden.

He was rushing in happily when he was immediately blocked by a maid who was guarding the door.

"Second Master Bao, you can't go in." The maid snickered and tried her best to block Jia Baoyu. "I have good news to tell my sister today, why are you stopping me?" Jia Baoyu was confused.

The maid covered her mouth and said, "It is precisely because I have received good news that I cannot let you in."

Jia Baoyu seemed to have realized something, and blushed a little. In the end, he could only shout a few times across the yard into the room, and finally had to leave.

This is Lin Daiyu in the room, smiling and wiping tears.

Her personal maid Zijuan was also happy that her young lady finally got through.

The next day, Wang Xifeng came to Dingxihou Mansion openly.

She first met with Mr. Jia Dairu and Mrs. Wang, and finally went around to Xue Baochai's yard.

After entering the door, Wang Xifeng felt a little envious.

Because Xue Baochai lived in a serious courtyard, which was spacious and grand, and the details were also very exquisite.

It's not like the place where she lives. Although she lives behind Rongxi Hall, it looks very noble, but in fact it's just a small courtyard, and it's a bit difficult to move around.

Xue Baochai led Wang Xifeng to the main room. After they both sat down, the maid below brought them fragrant tea.

"Try our tea. This is the tribute tea for the first few days. Our uncle brought some back from the Ministry of Internal Affairs." Xue Baochai said while sipping the tea.

Wang Xifeng picked up the tea bowl and took a sip, feeling that there was nothing different. Then drink it all in one gulp.

Xue Baochai shook his head, this Feng girl really couldn't get enough.

"What brings you to our place today?"

"What do you mean, your family is not causing trouble?" Wang Xifeng said to Xue Baochai while ordering Ying'er next to her to quickly refill her tea.

"Why are you talking about our family again?"

"What's more, you mentioned that Baoyu should get married. Now Daiyu can't stay in our house all the time. Otherwise, it will be awkward when we get married."

Xue Baochai nodded and said, "Speaking of which, Daiyu is also my mother's goddaughter. It would be great if she leaves the palace and leaves our house."

"Then it's settled, I'll order someone to bring Daiyu to you soon." Wang Xifeng replied with a smile.

"It's settled, you can send the person here." Xue Baochai had already guessed this possibility, so he agreed simply.

That afternoon, after Jia Baoyu went to school, Lin Daiyu was dressed up beautifully. Accompanied by several maids, she returned to Dingxihou Mansion in a carriage.

There is also a small courtyard where Lin Daiyu lives in the Dingxi Hou Mansion. After she left, Xue Baochai kept people cleaning it every day, so Lin Daiyu could live there immediately after she came back.

After that, the entire Rongguo Mansion became busy for Jia Baoyu's marriage.

In addition, although the current Rongguo Mansion can no longer make ends meet, it is still supported by Jia Zheng, so it is not as depressed as in the Dream of Red Mansions.

In addition, this was a rare happy event in Rongguo Mansion in recent years, so Jia Mu opened the warehouse of Rongguo Mansion and moved out boxes of money.

Of course, Wang Xifeng, who presided over this matter, also had a lot of hands on things.

Therefore, this time, all the housekeepers and servants involved in this matter in the entire Rongguo Mansion were considered a small fortune.

September 23rd is a good time to get married and travel.

Ningrong Street is very lively on this day. The firecrackers have not stopped since the morning. Both sides of the street have been filled with various red decorations installed by Rongguo Mansion.

Men, women, old and young from the nearby streets gathered around Ningrong Street. Firstly, they wanted to be happy, and secondly, they wanted to ask for some money.

Rongguo Mansion was very friendly to these ordinary people. Instead of taking care of them, they had people prepare tea outside.

This move made the people nearby soar in favor, and they all praised Rong Guofu for his benevolence and righteousness.

At the auspicious time, Jia Baoyu wore the red robe of the number one scholar, and then got on the white horse with the help of a servant.

Behind him is a large sedan chair with eight carriages, which looks like a bouquet of flowers.

Then the festive suona sound sounded, and a dozen boys following Jia Baoyu carried baskets containing scattered copper coins. As they walked, they threw the copper coins wrapped in red paper outside.

The children outside all started to scramble, and cheers and shouts could not be heard for a while.

What Rong Guofu wants this time is this grandeur, this excitement.

If there is anyone in the Rongguo Mansion who is unhappy, it is Mrs. Wang.

But with the old lady and their master Jia Zheng making the decision, she had no choice but to accept Lin Daiyu as her daughter-in-law.

Besides, Jia Baoyu, escorted by a group of people, rode a white horse to the Dingxi Hou Mansion not far away.

The Dingxi Hou Mansion opened the front door as an exception.

Today in Dingxihou Mansion, it is considered a girl's leaving the palace, so it is etiquette to open the main door.

(End of this chapter)