Red Mansion: Fuyao River and Mountain

Chapter 726: Divine Calculation

Rongguo Mansion, Rongqing Hall.

Everyone in the hall was chatting and laughing in harmony, with elegant words and a harmonious atmosphere. When they heard someone shouting loudly, they all looked towards the entrance of the hall.

Miaoyu grew up with green lamps and ancient Buddhas, and she liked quietness and elegance by nature. When she suddenly heard the noisy sound, she subconsciously felt displeased.

The grandmother and sisters in Yuzhang's family are all humble and polite, and their words are warm. Where is this person from? He is so unruly and rude.

Although he only said two sentences, it was obvious that he was frivolous, vulgar and pretentious. His voice was shrill, trembling and frivolous, which made people disgusted.

When Yingchun saw Baoyu suddenly barge in, she remembered Ping'er's performance of formalities that day, and her beautiful eyebrows were slightly furrowed, with worry in her heart.

The old lady's Rongqing Hall was indeed a little slack. Today, a female guest from outside visited, and she was accompanied by the female members of the family.

There is no experienced woman guarding outside the hall, so how could Brother Bao barge in again? He should not make a fool of himself again.

Daiyu saw Baoyu coming in, wearing a bright red suit that looked a little dazzling. Although he was talking, his eyes were always glancing at Miaoyu.

She knew Baoyu's character very well and was aware of what he was thinking. She felt disgusted with him and turned her pretty face away, not wanting to look at him.

When Tanchun saw Baoyu suddenly barging in, she looked excited, but she couldn't help feeling uneasy.

They were afraid that Baoyu would show off again and say something inexplicable. If this offended Miaoyu and her disciples, everyone in the room would lose face.

At this moment, Baoyu's gaze could no longer be restrained and he was attracted by the new girl in the hall.

He saw Miaoyu dressed in black, elegant and dignified, cool and otherworldly, pretty and beautiful like a fairy. She really was like the Guanyin in the painting. It was incredible that there was such a beautiful person in the world.

Although he was talking to Lady Jia, he couldn't help but glance around and peek at Miaoyu's beautiful face.

……

Miaoyu saw that the person who was talking called Jia's grandmother "old lady", and thought that he must be Yuzhang's brother of the same generation, but he was not in the same league as Yuzhang.

He has a round, white face, and although his eyebrows and eyes are pretty, he can't hide his manic temperament and extravagant mood, which makes people unwilling to look at him.

Although the robe was very gorgeous, it was just bright red and golden, more gorgeous than the Vajra enshrined in the temple, making people dizzy when they saw it.

The bright red belt inlaid with seven precious jades on her waist is rich and gorgeous in style, but it is tied loosely, revealing her round waist.

Miaoyu thought of Jia Cong's peerless elegance and gracefulness. They must be from the same bloodline, so how could there be such a huge difference between them?

I think the Jia family is a wealthy family, and Yu Zhang, this brother of the family, must have very good soup and food every day...

She remembered that her master had vomited blood to predict Yu Zhang's fortune, and had calculated that there was something wrong with Yu Zhang's bloodline.

I was so frightened by this that I didn't know how many sutras I recited for him.

Seeing the young man of the Jia family in this state today, he is not even a fraction as wise and talented as he is.

He has a very different bloodline and stands out from the crowd. Could it be that he is really not from the Jia family?

She also saw that Baoyu was always stealing glances at her, which made her feel disgusted. Her pretty face sank slightly, and she turned into an icy beauty again.

The nun Xiushan who was standing by was old and wise, so she naturally noticed that the way the young man who had entered the hall looked at her disciple was quite inappropriate, and she felt a little unhappy.

……

Grandmother Jia smiled and said, "You have come at the right time. We have distinguished guests at home today. Since you are here, please show your courtesy.

Master Xiushan of the Muni Temple in the north of the city and her disciple Master Miaoyu are Zhishao's teachers and sisters.

Because the temple is rebuilding the golden statue, they need to stay in the mansion for a few days. They are all masters of Taoism, come and meet them quickly."

When Baoyu heard the name of Master Xiushan, his mind seemed to filter it out automatically.

Only the four words "Master Miaoyu" echoed in my mind like the sound of gongs and drums, and I remembered them instantly.

He was deeply moved and excited. Miaoyu, what a good name it was. Only such an extraordinary and fragrant name could be worthy of such a stunning person.

God has really been very kind to me and he knows my heart very well. It would be worth it for me to die immediately just to see such a wonderful daughter.

When he heard that they were going to stay in his house, Baoyu was even more delighted. He decided to use this opportunity to get close to Miaoyu and help her in any way he could.

Baoyu first saluted Master Xiushan, and then saluted Miaoyu. Because they were of the same generation, Miaoyu had no choice but to stand up and clasp her hands in return.

Baoyu saw that although she looked cold, she was extremely graceful, and he was so excited that he wanted to show off.

He said, "Sister Miaoyu looks familiar to me, as if I have seen her somewhere before. It would be great if she could come to stay at my house."

When Daiyu heard what Baoyu said, her brows slightly frowned. Thinking of the past, she couldn't help shivering and felt very uncomfortable.

Then Baoyu said, "Madam, the Master and Sister Miaoyu are coming to stay, and I have an idea of ​​a place that would be very suitable.

My sister-in-law's yard has been empty for a long time, and everything inside and outside is ready-made. Wouldn't it be nice to live there?"

……

When Baoyu said this, everyone in the hall looked strange. They all knew Baoyu's character, so everyone knew what he was planning.

In the first year after Daiyu arrived at the Jia Mansion, because she was very young, her grandmother placed her in the green gauze kitchen in Rongqing Hall, and Baoyu was moved outside the green gauze kitchen.

In the early spring of the following year, the two of them moved out of Rongqing Hall and were arranged by Grandmother Jia to live in different courtyards.

Behind the courtyard where Baoyu lived was the courtyard of his elder sister-in-law Li Wan. The two courtyards were less than a hundred steps apart.

Baoyu asked Lady Jia to arrange Miaoyu and her apprentice here, and his intention was self-evident.

When Daiyu saw Baoyu talking to himself and being self-righteous, she felt contempt for him and was too lazy to say anything.

Yingchun couldn't bear it any longer and was about to speak, but she heard Miaoyu's cold voice saying, "Don't worry, Yuzhang has already arranged accommodation for me and my master."

Miaoyu saw Baoyu's rude look and she already disliked this man.

I am a Buddhist monk, but this person keeps calling me "sister" in front of everyone. How disrespectful and disgusting.

Although Miaoyu had a cold and eccentric personality, she was able to endure it a little because there were elders present in the room and she thought that this was Jia Cong's residence.

But Baoyu was still talking to himself and arranging a place for himself to live, and he could not help but refute.

When Baoyu heard Miaoyu reject his kindness, he felt a little aggrieved and was unable to react for a while. Who is Yuzhang?
……

When Jia Cong was at home, the maids only called him Third Master, the sisters called him Third Brother or Brother Cong, and Jia Mu and Jia Zheng and others only called him Brother Cong.

No one ever addressed him by his courtesy name. Baoyu looked down on people like Jia Cong who were greedy for money. The two of them rarely interacted with each other, and Baoyu never paid attention to his courtesy name.

So he didn't react for a moment, what the jade seal she mentioned was, and how it was worthy of arranging a place for Miaoyu to live.

Suddenly Yingchun said, "Master Xiushan and Miss Miaoyu are the relatives of Zhishao's master, and they are the distinguished guests specially invited by Brother Cong.

They have been settled in the South Slope Courtyard of the East Palace. Brother Cong will definitely treat and take good care of them, so Brother Bao doesn’t have to worry about it.”

After hearing this, Baoyu's face became extremely embarrassed. Only then did he realize that the "Yu Zhang" Miaoyu was talking about was Jia Cong's courtesy name.

Since they were Zhishao's disciples, Jia Cong entertained them. Although Baoyu was not convinced, he could do nothing about it.

But how could this extremely outstanding sister Miaoyu call Jia Cong by his courtesy name directly, and say it with such self-righteousness, revealing an indescribable intimacy?

It seemed like there was something going on between them. It must be that Jia Cong took advantage of Zhishao's relationship and, seeing how beautiful her senior sister was, he started to have an affair with her early on.

Baoyu screamed in his heart, Jia Cong is really shameless, how many girls will he bring harm to? Why won't God take away such a lustful and parasite.

He arranged for her to live in the East Palace, and also made a ridiculous rule that outsiders were not allowed to enter. How could he get close to others? Baoyu felt extremely sad and angry.

The family finally had a new and outstanding daughter, but she was taken away by Jia Cong. How abominable!
……

When Grandmother Jia saw Baoyu saying embarrassing things again, she felt that she was somewhat meddling in other people's affairs. It was obvious that what her second granddaughter said was to protect Cong'er.

She was worried that Baoyu did not understand the ways of the world and might make a fool of himself, which would be embarrassing for both of them, so she quickly changed the subject.

He smiled at Master Xiushan and said, "Master, please don't laugh at me. My Baoyu is a sincere man. He is always enthusiastic and filial. He always says whatever he thinks."

Master Xiushan glanced at Baoyu, and a hint of suspicion flashed across her eyes.

He smiled calmly, "Old lady, you are too kind. I have seen how outstanding Yu Zhang is, but I didn't expect that the grandchildren raised by the old lady are all outstanding.

I see that Baoyu and Yuzhang are about the same age, but their brows are already full of the aura of a red phoenix, and they are full of vitality, which can be a perfect match for a golden and jade couple. Have they made a love vow recently?"

When Baoyu heard this, his face turned pale and he was filled with shame and indignation. This old nun was indeed a person with dead eyes. She even imitated others and talked about getting married and having children.

He even said this in front of the fairy-like Miaoyu, saying that he had lost all his face and how could he be close to her in the future. It would be better for him to die!

……

Not to mention Baoyu's grief and resentment, everyone else in the hall was shocked after hearing what Master Xiushan said. This master was truly a god.

Grandmother Jia was surprised and said, "Master, you were being modest just now, but now I know that the rumor is true. Master, you predicted that Baoyu has just been engaged."

Aunt Xue was the most knowledgeable about gold and jade, and she was also shocked at this moment.

Suddenly he said, “Madam, the master only took one look at Baoyu and was able to predict his new engagement and to tell that he had a golden bond with a jade.

The girl from the Xia family that Baoyu is engaged to is named Jingui, and she is a perfect match for Baoyu. The magician has made every possible plan, which is truly miraculous!"

Everyone thought about it and felt that what Aunt Xue said was absolutely right. The news that had been circulating in the mansion was a hot topic, and everyone was talking about a perfect match. It really made sense.

It turned out that it was not meant for Baochai, but for Xia Jingui. It fit perfectly without any error, a match made in heaven.

Baochai smiled sweetly, feeling relieved. She knew why her mother took the opportunity to exaggerate the matter. She just wanted to take this opportunity to completely sever the relationship between her and Baoyu, to stop the rumors between the two houses, and to make her reputation more innocent.

……

Yingchun was moved when she saw that everyone in the hall had a look of realization on their faces.

She thought of the affection between her brother Cong and her sister Lin, and the day when the two siblings were having dinner in Lixiang Courtyard, and Baochai's affectionate look.

Yingchun puts all her thoughts on Jia Cong. Because she loves Jia Cong so much, she also protects any woman who is close to her brother.

When she first saw Zhen Fangqing fall in love with Jia Cong, she thought this girl was very good. But when she learned about the entanglement between the Jia and Zhen families, she felt very sorry for her brother.

Zhen Fangqing is just a daughter of an outsider's family, but just because she is involved with her brothers, she would want to recruit her.

Not to mention Daiyu and Baochai, who have a sisterly relationship with them. Moreover, these two sisters are rare in the world, and their talents and beauty are comparable to those of their brothers.

Yingchun didn't care whether it would cause headaches for her brothers in the future. It was common sense in the world for a man to have three wives and four concubines, and to live in harmony with each other. It was the same for all the noble families.

What's more, my brother is so outstanding in the world that he deserves the best in the world.

In short, it is definitely a good idea to bring the outstanding daughter to your brother's side first, so that he won't have any regrets in his life.

Besides, the eldest master has passed away and the eldest mistress is no longer in charge. Even if she had the intention, she would never show kindness to Brother Cong.

They are the only two siblings in the world who depend on each other for survival. As an elder sister, she does not love her brothers and does not plan for them. So who will plan for him?

……

Yingchun has seen a lot of things this year and has already noticed something wrong with Baoyu. It's nothing more than the fact that the woman around his brother Cong is outstanding, which makes him very resistant and jealous.

The last time Baoyu stopped Ping'er from entering his brothers' room, it was just a glimpse of the whole picture. Yingchun also heard rumors that Baoyu had fallen in love with Wu'er.

During the past two years, not only the personal maidservant around his brother Cong, but Baoyu has also been obsessed with Sister Lin and Sister Baochai.

Even though I'm engaged now, I haven't given up.

Yingchun thought about what Aunt Xue had just said. She had already brought up the topic, so she might as well add fuel to the fire.

Let Baoyu get married earlier and start a family earlier, so that he won't always be thinking about his brothers' things.

……

Yingchun said, "Madam, we never thought that there was such a connection. Master Xiushan has great magical powers and can see through the secrets.

My aunt is experienced and worldly-wise, and she hit the nail on the head. It seems that Brother Bao has a destined marriage and is blessed with extraordinary fortune.

It would be a good omen for the family if this marriage is settled sooner, and it would be worthwhile for the old lady to love brother Bao."

After listening to Yingchun's words, Master Xiushan looked at her intently, as if she understood something, smiled slightly, picked up the teacup in her hand and took a sip.

Grandmother Jia was delighted to hear this. She hoped that Baoyu would get married soon, have children soon, and that she would be lucky enough to have a great-grandson.

He smiled and said, "Second girl, what you said is true to your ears. Now that you are the housekeeper of the house, you have really broadened your horizons and gained more knowledge.

These days, the matchmaker of the Xia family has been walking around the East Courtyard, discussing the wedding date with Baoyu's mother. An auspicious time will be set in the next few days.

The Rongguo Mansion hasn't had a wedding in many years, so this will definitely be a lively occasion."

……

Grandmother Jia smiled and asked Master Xiushan: "Master is a hermit with profound cultivation and insight into everything. She has seen that my Baoyu has a golden affinity with me.

I wonder if his marriage will be successful, and if he will have many children in the future?"

When Master Xiushan heard what Lady Jia said, she was slightly stunned and her eyes flickered.

After a long pause, she said, "Old lady, although I can see some signs of the situation, marriage is a matter of both certainty and uncertainty. It is complicated and confusing and difficult to know everything.

I am a poor nun with limited knowledge. I can only observe the surface, but I cannot judge the inside. However, the Jia family is blessed with a lot of descendants. This is common sense and there is no need to worry too much. "

Grandmother Jia was slightly disappointed when she didn't hear the result she wanted, but she didn't care too much.

Although Master Xiushan has supernatural powers, she is not a living god after all, so how can she calculate everything clearly?

Grandmother Jia was also an experienced person. She knew a lot about the taboos of those who practiced Taoism. If they revealed too much secrets, they would shorten their lifespan. So it was not a good idea to force someone to do anything.

Besides, Master Xiushan just said that the Jia family is blessed with great fortune and has many descendants, which is common sense and is enough.

……

At this moment, Baoyu's face turned pale with anger, but he did not notice what Grandmother Jia and Master Xiushan were talking about, while others seemed to see nothing.

He entered the hall with great joy, and when he saw Miaoyu, who was so beautiful, he was amazed at the beauty of the world. He was so happy and excited, and his mind was filled with endless thoughts.

He didn't expect that Miaoyu would give him the cold shoulder after he hadn't said a few words. He felt infinitely sad and painful in his heart.

As expected, a man like me who is a dirty guy is not worthy of the favor of this wonderful girl. If there is an afterlife, I will never be such a stupid guy with a foul mouth and a smelly tongue.

I wish I could be reborn as a girl, and be with these wonderful people, without having to deal with the difficulties I have in this life...

That would have been fine, but what made him even more angry was that the old nun suddenly started talking about marriage.

He caused everyone in the house to make fun of him, talking about engagement, marriage, having children, and all kinds of bullshit.

As soon as he met a person like Miaoyu, he became a married man in front of her.

The world's etiquette and laws are rotten. Miaoyu, such a wonderful person, will avoid me like a tiger from now on. These people have really made me suffer!
……

Baoyu was filled with shame and indignation, and wanted to vent his anger on this matter, but now that his wife was not around, he would receive half as much sympathy.

There was also a female guest from another family present in the hall. If he did something, it would scare away the pretty and beautiful Miaoyu, which would be a waste of time and effort.

As the saying goes, a man who knows the current situation is a hero. Baoyu was in pain and he suppressed himself and restrained his supernatural powers...

Master Xiushan sat there for four or five cups of tea, chatting with Lady Jia and performing all the formalities required of her as a guest.

She also politely declined Lady Jia's request to keep Su, and took Miaoyu with her to say goodbye. Yingchun, Daiyu and other sisters accompanied her back to the East Palace.

Baoyu looked at Miaoyu's slender and graceful back, feeling reluctant to leave, but he did not dare to follow her.

To avoid being stopped outside the East Palace gate by two smelly old women and losing face in front of the beauty.

……

Baoyu returned to his yard in a depressed mood. Halfway there, he met Mrs. Wang, who was coming towards him, followed by her maid Yuchuan.

He noticed that his wife had a gloomy face and seemed to be worried about something, so she quickly called out to him when she saw him.

He said, "Baoyu, don't wander around these few days, stay in your own courtyard, and those who are about to get married should also learn to be more cautious."

Baoyu suffered a series of attacks in Rongqing Hall and felt extremely uncomfortable.

Mrs. Wang's words about being married were like a heavy blow to her heart. She wanted to cry but had no tears and was in unbearable pain.

But now that the old lady was not around, he did not dare to get angry with his wife, so he had to agree meekly and returned to his yard in a scattered manner.

Mrs. Wang entered Rongqing Hall and saw several maids preparing teacups, as if the hall had just entertained guests.

Fortunately, the hall was empty at this moment, with only Yuanyang gently massaging Lady Jia's legs.

Mrs. Wang forced herself to smile and tried to make her smile look more cheerful.

He smiled and said, "Madam, this morning, Madam Xia brought the matchmaker to the East Courtyard to discuss the wedding date for the two families, and now the date for Baoyu's wedding has been set.

On the tenth day of March next year, I have asked Taoist Zhang from Qingxu Temple to tell my fortune. He said it is a very auspicious day, the best for getting married and having children.

When Grandmother Jia heard that Baoyu had set a date for his wedding, she was happy but a little confused.

He asked, "I sent a maid to help a few days ago. It was supposed to be the first month of the new year, but now it's only October. Two months is enough to prepare for the wedding."

Mrs. Wang's face froze slightly, and she said quickly, "Originally, it was scheduled for the first month of the new year, but the weather has been cold since the beginning of the year, and I always feel that everything is not suitable.

March is the time when spring comes and flowers bloom, which is more suitable for Baoyu to marry and have children. Mrs. Xia and I have the same idea, so we decided on this date."

Grandmother Jia smiled and said, "You two families are quite calm. I want to marry my grandson's wife as soon as possible. It's okay. March is March."

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Mrs. Wang felt mixed emotions when she saw that Lady Jia spoke so lightly.

A few days ago, the matchmaker came to discuss the wedding date, and the date she proposed was also January of next year, but Mrs. Wang hesitated for a long time and has not confirmed it yet.

This morning, Mrs. Xia personally brought the matchmaker to the house. Mrs. Wang had a sense of this and was afraid that if she delayed any further, the Xia family would definitely become suspicious.

At this point, Mrs. Wang was in a difficult situation and had to seriously discuss the wedding date with Mrs. Xia.

Originally, Mrs. Xia had preferred the fifth day of the first lunar month, but it was after Mrs. Wang made many excuses that the wedding was set on the tenth day of the third lunar month.

What was the point of postponing the wedding for two months? Mrs. Wang had no confidence at all because there had been no movement from the East Courtyard so far.

At least Baoyu's unbearable privacy was exposed for two months. It might be a temporary solution or a way to prolong his life, but it was better to delay it for as long as possible.

Once the two families agreed on the wedding date, the truth was set in stone and could not be hidden. Mrs. Wang had no choice but to bite the bullet and go to Rongqing Hall to tell Lady Jia the good news.

(End of this chapter)