happy match

After leaving Qinfang Garden, Ye Qinglan suddenly realized for a moment.Once the tense body was relaxed, there was an indescribable exhaustion.

She is not hard-hearted, she said so many unfeeling words to Cui Yu just now, and she actually felt very uncomfortable.However, since the decision has been made, it can only be so.

"Miss, your complexion is not very good, are you feeling unwell?" Ruixue asked in a low voice.

When the young lady was talking to Cui Yu, she had been waiting outside, so she had no way of knowing what happened.However, looking at the young lady's face, it's obviously not very good...

Ye Qinglan regained her composure and hummed lightly.

Ruomei on the side didn't say a word, but a gleam of light flashed in her eyes.After returning to Hefengyuan, while Ye Qinglan was resting in the room, she wrote a note quietly, and then passed it out in a specific way.

This note was safely delivered to Gu Xinian that night.

Gu Xinian unhurriedly opened the tightly rolled note, and glanced at it casually. There were only two short sentences on the note.

The lady met Cui Yu today, but she didn't know what she said.When I came back, I didn't seem to be in a good mood.

Gu Xinian's black eyes narrowed slightly, and his slender fingers unconsciously rubbed back and forth on the note.My mind turned quickly.

Cui Mansion and Luo Mansion are already discussing the matter of getting married, that stupid Cui Yu should probably know about it by now.With his temperament, he should not have the courage to resist the marriage made by his parents.So... to go to Ye Qinglan to say goodbye?Or is it wishful thinking to save something?It's fine if it's the former, he barely tolerated it for a while.If the latter...

Gu Xinian pursed the corners of his lips.A trace of coldness flashed in his eyes.

Quan Fu's voice suddenly sounded outside the door: "My lord, my lord ordered someone to call you over, saying that I have something important to discuss."

It's so late, is there anything important to discuss?Could it be that the old story is repeated, and he is thinking of manipulating his life's event again!Gu Xinian twitched the corners of his lips, and responded lightly: "You tell the person here, I'll be there in a while."

Quan Fu responded and withdrew.

Gu Xinian put the note in his hand into the brocade box.Ever since Ruomei followed Ye Qinglan to Changyuan Bo's Mansion, such a note would basically be sent back every two days.There are already a lot in the brocade box.Although no one dared to break into his house and rummaged through things.However, he has always been cautious in doing things, and specially locked the brocade box.There is only one key, which is placed in the pouch in the arms that is embroidered with messy orchids.

Thinking of the owner of the purse, Gu Xinian felt a strange throbbing in his heart, and the corners of his lips raised slightly unconsciously.

Such a good mood.But it didn't last long.

Grandfather Gu Chu and grandmother Sun Shi sat there on one left and one on the right, both with serious and solemn expressions.Both father and mother were there, and their expressions were not relaxed.Usually such a battle means that the next thing to talk about is very important.It also means that they have already negotiated, and the purpose of calling him here is to make him obey or submit.

Gu Xinian thought casually, and went forward to say hello.

Gu Chuhe hummed lightly.But Sun put on a smiling face: "Xinian. You've been tired all day, don't stand up. Come sit next to me and talk."

Is it another one who sings the red face and the other sings the bad face?

Gu Xinian felt relieved in his heart, but remained calm on the face, and sat down on Mrs. Sun's lower head.She waited patiently for Mrs. Sun to speak.

As expected, Mrs. Sun was well prepared, and said with a gentle smile, "Xinian, you are getting older, so you can't go on like this forever. It's been so long since the past, so you don't have to worry about it all the time. There are so many good girls... ..."

Ago?Thanks to Mrs. Sun for mentioning it!Although Shen Qiuyu was out of mind first.But without Mrs. Sun's help, how could he suffer such humiliation.Become the laughing stock of the whole capital?

Gu Xinian smiled and interrupted Sun: "Grandmother, you specially asked me to come here, maybe you just wanted to talk about this! If there are no other important matters, I will go back to rest. I have to get up early and go to court tomorrow."

Sun couldn't hold back her smile, and glanced at her daughter-in-law.Mrs. Zheng sighed secretly, and could only open her mouth and said: "Xinian, actually I called you here tonight to discuss your marriage. The eldest daughter of the British government, she is talented in poetry, good-looking, and her family status is the same as ours. The Duke's House is quite the same. As long as you nod, I will immediately invite someone to come to propose marriage..."

Gu Xinian looked at Mrs. Zheng with a half-smile: "Mother, I remember that I have already made my words very clear. Since my grandparents didn't take it to heart, I might as well say it again. I decide what matters in my life. No matter how nice that Miss Zhang is, it has nothing to do with me."

It was not the first time Mrs. Zheng heard such words, and she found them harsh.Not to mention Duke Ding and his wife.

The anger in Sun's heart surged up, and he said with a cold face: "Listen to what you are talking about. Mrs. Zheng, look at the good son you have spoiled. I have read those sage books for nothing, and even the most basic I don't understand filial piety."

It was like this every time, whenever Mrs. Sun was upset, she would immediately get angry at her daughter-in-law - Gu Xinian seemed gentle, but in fact had the coldest and most stubborn temper.No one could talk to him at all.He could only vent his anger on Mrs. Zheng.

Mrs. Zheng was powerless to defend herself, so she just lowered her head and remained silent.

However, Gu Hong is a very filial son. Seeing Sun's anger, he immediately glared at Gu Xinian: "Hurry up and apologize to grandma."

Gu Xinian responded without sincerity, and said to Sun: "Grandson is upright, he always says what he thinks, and please grandma don't care about grandson like me. However, what grandson said just now is not true. It's all from the heart. I also ask my grandmother to learn from her, and stop embarrassing her grandson."

This is not an apology, it is simply adding fuel to the fire and provoking!

Sun's complexion can no longer be described as ugly, a puff of breath is stuck in her throat, she can't go up or down, let alone feel aggrieved.

Dingguo Gong Gu Yuhe finally opened his mouth to speak: "Since ancient times, marriage matters have been ordered by the elders and the words of the matchmaker. You want to do the opposite. It seems that we are too accustomed to you."

The voice is not angry but majestic, after all, he has been a powerful minister for decades, and the momentum in his speech is definitely not comparable to that of a housewife.

Gu Xinian's attitude towards his grandfather, Gu Chuhe, was much more respectful: "What my grandfather taught me is that my grandson has been self-willed since he was a child, and his temper has not changed since he grew up. I have disappointed my grandfather."

It seems to show weakness, but the sentence "I didn't change my temper when I got older" is clearly worth recalling.It's almost like saying "If you get engaged for me without my consent, then don't blame me for doing something disgraceful".

Thinking about it, in the past few years, marriage has been mentioned once, left and right, but it never happened.He also didn't want to force Gu Xinian to be too tight. If he really left regardless, where would Dingguo's government lose its face?What's more, there are only three grandchildren in this generation in the mansion.Although Gu Shengnian is the eldest, he was born in Gu Hong's concubine's house, so his talent is mediocre.Gu Yongnian is the son of the second wife, but he idles around all day long, so it's not bad if he doesn't cause trouble.In comparison, Gu Xinian is excellent in every aspect.

Dingguo's mansion can only be handed over to Gu Xinian.

And Gu Xinian also knew this very well, that's why he was so sure and confident.There is no worry that the elders will persecute him too much.

Gu Chuhe frowned, looking at the calm and composed Gu Xinian, he felt a little headache.It has been so long since what happened to Shen Qiuyu, but the impact it caused is long-lasting.The grandson who was originally obedient and obedient, now has a deep and unpredictable temper.Even he, who has been in the officialdom for many years, can't see through Gu Xinian's thoughts...

Gu Chuhe kept turning various thoughts in his mind, but his tone was a little gentler: "There are no outsiders here, so you might as well tell us what you plan to do. If you are really dissatisfied with the young lady of the British government, you can do it in another way." Just pick a suitable marriage for you."

Gu Xinian's eyes flashed, and he said with a faint smile: "Thank you, grandfather, for your compassion. It's just that my grandson is devoted to assisting His Highness the Crown Prince, and I'm too busy with court affairs every day, so I really don't have time to think about it."

If Ye Qinglan was mentioned at this time, the effect would only be counterproductive.Not only would she not get everyone's promises, but it would be impossible for Ye Qinglan to re-enter the mansion in the future.

Gu Xiuhe was probably moved by the words of wholeheartedly assisting His Highness the Crown Prince.

Gu Chuhe's complexion softened slightly, and even Sun's anger subsided a lot.A few years ago, Gu Xinian almost broke off contact with the prince because of Shen Qiuyu, and he seemed to have nothing to do with each other until death.Now, somehow, he turned a corner, and he was willing to enter the court and become the servant of the household department to assist the prince.

The Ministry of Households is in charge of the imperial court's land tax, tariffs, money and food, and has a detached position among the six ministries.Of course, it is not easy to sit firmly in such a position.Gu Xinian is only 21 years old, but he is able to handle with ease in the difficult household department. His ability is outstanding and he is highly appreciated by the emperor.

With the help of the outstanding Gu Xinian, the Crown Prince and the Third Prince are finally on equal footing.

Gu Xiuhe pondered for a moment, and then said calmly: "You are new to government affairs, and it really takes time to get used to it. The marriage matter can be postponed for a while."

Sun was surprised: "The British government will not wait forever. If you miss this marriage, in the future..."

"With Xi Nian's character and talents, it is not difficult to talk about a good marriage in the future." Gu Xiuhe said lightly, "It's okay to miss this marriage in the British government." Then the topic changed: "However, Xi You are not young anymore, even if you want to 'adapt' to the court affairs, there must be a deadline. How about this, I will give you another year, if you don't like it, then you have to listen to our arrangement."

Ginger is really old and spicy!

Gu Chuhe seemed to give in, but in fact, he took a detour and dug a hole, waiting for Gu Xinian to jump in.

Think about it, even if Gu Xinian likes someone, if the elders don't like it, it's useless.In the end, you have to obediently obey everyone's arrangements. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation.)