Divorced by her husband's family and rejected by her own! She defiantly turned her life around

The matchmaker led Granny Liu outside. "How much can you give at most? I don't think this family will budge if you give too little. You have to give them a reasonable amount so they'll feel more at ease, since they're severing ties with their daughter."

Granny Liu thought for a moment, "30 taels, yes, 30 taels, no more than that."

The matchmaker frowned. This price might not be right. She didn't say anything, and the two went into the main room. The matchmaker then called He Da Kui and his wife out. "Brothers He, to be honest, in all my years of matchmaking, I've never seen you ask for such a price. I advise you two not to be stubborn and not to upset the other party. You should soften your stance."

As the old saying goes, three-legged toads are hard to find, but two-legged people are everywhere. If they can come up with so much money, as long as they spread the word, there are plenty of girls prettier than your daughter. The Lu family's son has a bright future ahead of him.

If you don't budge, I'll have to find another place. It's not easy for us to come all this way; I'm old, and my back aches from the long journey."

"Please don't mind, we can talk this over. We don't really want that much money, we just can't bear to part with our daughter. We've raised her with so much care and hardship, and now we can't see her anymore, we'll go from being family to strangers. How can any parent not feel heartbroken?"

No more words, 80 taels.

"80 taels is still not enough, how about 50 taels? If you can accept that, I'll try to mediate again. I've worn out the soles of my shoes because of your affairs."

"Alright, for the sake of this good match between the two children, 50 taels it is. If this matter is settled, you will definitely receive a share of the benefits. Just put in more effort and try to get as much as possible."

"I understand how difficult it is to raise a child. You all wait for my good news."

The matchmaker went inside and whispered with Granny Liu. Granny Liu sometimes frowned and sometimes smiled. "For the sake of the child's future, we'll listen to you. Fifty taels it is, we'll accept it."

The matchmaker felt relieved; she was finally going to receive the matchmaking fee. She was overjoyed, not knowing how much the He family would give, but no matter how much, she wouldn't mind; something was better than nothing.

"As expected of the mother of the scholar, she is no ordinary person. Her demeanor and insight are truly exceptional. Once the scholar becomes a high-ranking official, she will request an imperial decree for you. At that time, the old lady's status will be fully displayed, and everyone will respect and fawn over her wherever she goes."

The matchmaker's words made Granny Liu feel very comfortable, and she even felt a little elated. She felt that her son was dressed in official robes, and she was dressed in a noblewoman's robes, standing in the center of the crowd, being respected by everyone.

When the matchmaker saw the smile that unconsciously appeared on Granny Liu's face, she knew that her words had hit the nail on the head, so she quickly went out and invited He Da Kui and his wife in.

"Brothers He, eldest sister, and eldest sister Liu really like Miss Lian'er and understand the difficulty you faced in raising your daughter, so they agree to give her 50 taels."

The marriage between your two families is now officially settled. You should both express your opinions.

Madam Jin smiled and said, "Since we've already agreed, the marriage is settled. Mother-in-law, when will the money be given?"

Granny Liu smiled and said, "I didn't bring that much silver with me today. Here's 20 taels for now. Lian'er's birth chart is for me to take back today. We'll come over to get married on an auspicious day. We'll give her the remaining 30 taels when we get married."

However, you must prepare Lian'er's wedding dress properly. I don't want my son to suffer any injustice. We will choose an auspicious day soon to pick up the bride, and we won't inform you then.

"Don't worry, mother-in-law. We will make sure to prepare a decent wedding dress for Lian'er so that she can get married in a dignified manner. The road is so far, you don't need to notify us. Just set off a string of firecrackers when we get to the village."

After the two families settled the matter, Granny Liu picked up the betrothal letter and was about to leave, saying that the road was too far and it would be unsafe to travel after dark. Madam Jin smiled and said, "I was hoping you two could have a simple meal before you go. Since you two have said so, I won't keep you any longer. Please be careful on your journey."

Granny Liu walked in front, while the matchmaker deliberately followed behind. She looked at Jin and stamped her foot. Jin immediately understood what the matchmaker meant. She quickly took out a small piece of silver from her pocket, put it in the matchmaker's hand, patted her hand, and the two exchanged glances, understanding each other perfectly.

The matchmaker weighed the silver in her hand; it should be more than half an ounce, not bad. The He family couple weren't too stingy.

Granny Liu and the matchmaker boarded the oxcart, which she had hired when she came and had been waiting outside. The oxcart slowly started moving, and Jin followed it all the way to the village entrance, constantly reminding the driver to drive the cart steadily so as not to hurt the passengers. She watched them drive away into the distance.

Granny Liu was in a particularly good mood today. She gave the matchmaker the money on the way to the wedding, saying, "Thank you so much this time. I'll have to trouble you to make another trip for the wedding that day. Of course, I won't let you go for nothing."

"Sister, what are you saying? Your son is a man of great talent and I'm happy to help you. But if he becomes a high-ranking official and I ever come to you for help, please don't pretend you don't know me and chase me away with a broom."

"Don't worry about that. Everyone knows what kind of person I am. I'm the most loyal and righteous person. If you ever need my help in the future, I'll definitely find a way to help you."

As the two chatted, the oxcart swayed and rocked, making them drowsy and their eyelids droopy. When they arrived at Wanyuan Town, a delicious aroma wafted into their nostrils. Having missed lunch, they were quite hungry. Passing a steamed bun shop, Granny Liu asked the driver to stop the oxcart. She got off and bought two steamed buns and four dumplings. She gave the driver the two steamed buns and kept two dumplings for herself and the matchmaker.

After they had eaten their fill, the two began to talk about the wedding procession.

When Jin returned home, she and He Da Kui immediately went inside and closed the door. They couldn't help but smile. They really hadn't expected that this girl could be exchanged for so much money. They would have enough money for their son to get married in the future.

He Daikui told Jin to put the silver away and to give her daughter a good talking-to in the next few days. Although they had severed ties, he told her not to forget her family and her two younger brothers.

When Granny Liu got home, it was almost dark. Her family hadn't eaten yet and were waiting for her. As soon as she entered the house, her face was full of smiles. "Oh, I'm finally home. That place is so far away. My back is about to break."

Lu Decai glared at her. "Stop being so dramatic. Tell me how things went?"

Granny Liu then recounted the whole story, saying, "Zhou'er, you're so lucky! That Lian'er is much prettier than Liu Shi, and she's destined for great wealth and honor. The old Taoist priest even predicted her fate."

Mother dares to say that if you marry Lian'er, your illness will gradually improve. Lian'er is not only beautiful, but also kind-hearted. She will definitely be able to serve Zhou'er well, unlike Liu Shi, who is a shrew.

Mother has examined her carefully. Lian'er is definitely fertile; she'll surely give Zhou'er several sons, much better than Liu's belly, which only produces money-losing offspring.

"Mother, 50 taels of silver is too much for a betrothal gift. Even landlords wouldn't give that much."

"There's a reason why Mother gave such a large dowry. Fifty taels of silver will break off the engagement, so that when our Zhou'er becomes successful, those people won't stick to him like leeches."

Lian'er has no family to rely on anymore. Now that she's in our family, we're the ones who call the shots.

"Zhou'er, I think you don't need to go to Liu's place. Tomorrow, go to town and have someone choose an auspicious day. Bring her home as soon as possible. We're going to have a big celebration. Let Liu regret it."