Red Mansion: After being expelled from the family, I was granted the title of Marquis of Mobei

Chapter 10 Proposal
After a few brief greetings, Jia Jue came to the main hall of Weiruixuan surrounded by Sheng Mansion and others.

After the maid served the fragrant tea and snacks, Sheng Hong looked at Jia Jue and said with emotion.

"When the Marquis returned to the capital in triumph, His Majesty led all the civil and military officials out of the city to welcome him."

"When I saw the Marquis sitting on his horse, I suddenly felt as if I were in another world."

"Back then, the Marquis was a talented scholar, but now he has become a fierce general on the battlefield. It really feels like a mirage."

Jia Jue said with a chuckle.

"It's just a bit of luck. I'm sorry to have made you laugh, uncle."

"How's Changbai? He should have passed the imperial examination after I left Beijing."

After hearing this, Sheng Hong smiled.

"Thanks to the Marquis for his concern, Changbai passed the imperial examination this autumn and is preparing for next year's spring exam."

Jia Jue nodded slightly, feeling genuinely happy for his good friend.

"Changbai is a man of extraordinary talent and learning. He will surely pass the imperial examination next spring and win first place."

"By then, the Sheng family will have three Jinshi scholars, which will be a great story in the capital."

Upon hearing what Jia Jue said, Sheng Hong's smile became even more radiant.

At Sheng Hong's age, his biggest hope is that his children will be successful and bring honor to the family.

Jia Jue's words really touched Sheng Hong's heart.

Of course, although he was very happy, Sheng Hong still waved his hands and said.

"Your Excellency is overly kind. Changbai is only a candidate for the imperial examination. I don't dare to expect him to pass the imperial examination on his first try."

"As long as he studies diligently and achieves success, I will be satisfied."

"They say that thirty is a scholar, fifty is a scholar."

"As long as he can pass the exam, it will be a blessing from his ancestors."

Jia Jue said with a calm smile.

"Uncle is really humble."

"By the way, uncle, I came here today for two reasons."

"First, I've been away from Beijing for many years, so I came to visit my uncle, aunt, and Changbai."

"The second is that he came specifically to seek marriage."

Sheng Hong's heart started pounding uncontrollably after hearing this, and he couldn't hide the surprise on his face.

"My Lord, you mean that you still want to marry Minglan, right?"

Jia Jue nodded and spoke very sincerely.

"Minglan and I are in love with each other. If it weren't for some unexpected changes back then, I would have been engaged to Minglan long ago."

"Now that I'm back in the capital, Minglan is still unmarried. Although I'm not talented, I beg you, uncle, to marry Minglan to me."

"I will definitely treat her like a treasure and take good care of her for the rest of my life."

After hearing what Jia Jue said, Sheng Hong couldn't help but feel happy. It seemed that this huge wealth would belong to my Sheng family.

Since Jia Jue came to propose marriage so formally, it goes without saying that he must want to marry Sheng Minglan as his principal wife.

Although Sheng Hong was worried that having too much contact with Jia Jue might get him involved in trouble.

But that was based on the fact that the two families had only an ordinary relationship.

But if his daughter could marry into the Marquis of Guanjun's mansion and become his legal wife, then the meaning would be very different.

Sheng Hong himself was only a fifth-rank official. Although the Wang family still had some influence, most of the accumulated resources were used on his brother-in-law, so Sheng Hong could not gain much advantage.

This is not the case with Jia Jue. His family is simple, and he is alone, and he holds a high position and great power.

If the Sheng family could marry into the Guanjun Marquis's family, no matter what else, as long as they mentioned that he was the Guanjun Marquis's father-in-law, everyone would look up to Sheng Hong.

Moreover, Jia Jue was in charge of the Imperial Guards, the head of the imperial guards protecting the imperial city. Where was the best place for the children of the rich and powerful to gild themselves these days? Of course, it was the Imperial Guards, the emperor's personal army.

If you serve in the Praefectus Urbi, and the master likes you, you will be able to rise to a high position in an instant.

Heshen, a famous figure in the Qing Dynasty, was originally a palace guard.

Heshen came from an ordinary family when he was young. After he became a palace guard, he was noticed by Emperor Qianlong, who liked him. From then on, he rose to a high position and became a high-ranking official. This is the best example.

Any powerful person who wants to send his child to the Praefectus Urbi would have to think about establishing a good relationship with Jia Jue.

This is rich political capital.

Again, whether it’s worth the risk depends on whether the benefits are big enough.

If Sheng Hong had to take the risk of being targeted by the Rongguo Mansion just because of some family ties, he would definitely not do it.

However, if it is a deep bond like marriage between two families, Sheng Hong is still very willing to take some risks.

Sheng Hong looked at Jia Jue with a look of relief and said.

"My Lord, you are so considerate of our old friendship and still think of my daughter. As a father, I am truly delighted."

"To be honest, over the past three years, the old lady and I have been worried about Minglan's affairs."

"Everyone thought the Marquis had passed away and urged Minglan to move on."

"But this child has set his sights on the Marquis. He's been gloomy all day, and it makes me, as a father, feel bad."

"Now that the Marquis does not despise the low status of my Sheng family, he is willing to marry into my family."

"My daughter has finally seen the light at the end of the tunnel."

"This is a destiny for you two. Good things come to those who wait."

Jia Jue said as he bowed.

"Thank you uncle."

"When I return, I will go to His Majesty and ask His Majesty to grant me a marriage with Minglan."

Sheng Hong became even happier after hearing this. The bigger the commotion, the better it would be for the Sheng family.

"My Lord, your sincerity is truly worthy of my daughter's affection for you."

"Then I'll just wait for the good news."

Just when Jia Jue and Sheng Hong were having a great conversation, Wang Ruofu, who was standing beside them, felt very jealous.

What a wonderful marriage it is to be able to marry into the Marquis of Guanjun's family. Even my two daughters are not so lucky.

On the contrary, Sheng Minglan was able to fly to the tree and become a phoenix.

Of course, although she felt sad, Wang Ruofu still put on a smile.

Although Wang Ruofu felt jealous that Sheng Minglan got this advantage, she could still accept it in her heart.

But when I think about the fact that Lin Qige was originally considered for this marriage, but Jia Jue didn't like Sheng Molan, and Lin Qinshuang was also short-sighted and looked down on Jia Jue's family background.

Thinking of this, Wang Ruofu instantly felt a lot more balanced.

If the bitch from Linqi Pavilion gets this advantage, I'm afraid that bitch will ride on my head.

Wang Ruofu planned to reveal this news to Lin Qige later.

She couldn't wait to see Lin Qinshuang's face full of regret, resentment, helplessness and rage.

On the other side, after Jia Jue and Sheng Hong chatted for a while, he looked at Sheng Hong and said.

"Uncle, I haven't been to your house for a long time. I should go and pay my respects to the old lady. Please lead the way and take me to the backyard to pay my respects to the old lady."

Sheng Hong nodded and smiled.

"Yes, yes, yes. Look at my brain. I am only busy reminiscing with the Marquis. Come on, I will take the Marquis to see the old lady."

"After meeting the old lady, the Marquis can chat with Changbai in peace."

(End of this chapter)