As they chatted, the conversation turned to Song Ning.

"That girl, Er Ya, must be thirteen this year?" Princess Jianing asked casually.

"Yes, she's a young lady now," Liu Yuelan said lovingly, looking at her daughter.

"Has anyone discussed marriage?"

"Not yet, she's still young, so we're not in a hurry."

"Thirteen years old is a bit young, but if there is a suitable person, we can settle down first, and then get married after fifteen."

Liu Yuelan didn't think much of it, assuming it was just idle chatter between two women, and said, "We just moved here and don't have anything suitable yet. Besides, this matter also requires Er Ya's own consent."

Upon hearing this, Princess Jianing immediately laughed: "The child is still young and doesn't understand. We adults should be more proactive in making arrangements. I wonder if Madam Song would consider people from the capital?"

Liu Yuelan was taken aback. A person from the capital?

She hadn't thought about that; she just hoped her daughter's future husband would be someone who would care for her and treat her daughter well.

"To be honest, Madam Song, I have a good-for-nothing son who will be twenty-one soon, and he still hasn't found a wife. I came here today and saw that Er Ya is a good girl. I wonder if Madam Song has any thoughts on this?"

Liu Yuelan was at a loss for words and remained silent.

Marry into the capital? Good heavens, isn't that the same place as His Majesty the Emperor?

Princess Jianing thought Liu Yuelan was concerned about age, so she quickly said, "My son is indeed a bit too old for Er Ya, but don't worry, he is an upright and kind person who has always been virtuous and clean-living. Er Ya will definitely not be wronged."

"This...this..." Liu Yuelan didn't know what to say. Was this all too sudden?

"Madam Jiang, this matter depends on Er Ya's opinion."

Song Ning was sitting in front of the two of them, and pretended not to hear.

He's eight years older than her; according to the marriage age of that era, he could be her father if he were a few years older.

Although 21 is still young for her, she is only 13, so it is indeed inappropriate.

Fearing that Madam Jiang might play matchmaker, Song Ning quickly said, "Madam Jiang, I'm not in a hurry right now. Besides, your son is definitely the best. I'm just an ordinary person from the countryside, and I haven't seen much of the world. Please don't tease me."

"Please don't say that. You are the best. None of the young ladies in the capital can compare to you. Don't worry, my family doesn't care about family background or social status. We only care about you as a person..."

Song Ning originally wanted to refuse, thinking that being humble would be the best approach.

But why is this Madam Jiang so stubborn?

"Let's talk about this later, no rush, no rush, haha."

Princess Jianing was anxious; if things continued like this, her son would really be a bachelor forever.

Fearing that Madam Jiang would bring up the matter again, Song Ning quickly made an excuse to slip away.

She went to check on the workshop in the backyard. The progress was good; they had made quite a lot today, and it should solidify in two or three days. After that, it would be ready to be shipped out after another half month.

Thinking about it this way, could it be that this Mrs. Jiang is going to stay at her house for half a month?

That can't be right.

Princess Jianing really didn't plan to stay that long. If she had stayed for half a month, Xie Linzhou would have come knocking on her door.

Won't we be exposed then?

However, before Princess Jianing left, it happened to be Xu Feng's birthday, and she tasted the new pastries made by Song Ning.

Princess Jianing was reluctant to leave; even without her son, she had already decided that this was her daughter-in-law.

She's skillful and intelligent; isn't this the daughter-in-law she's looking for?

Princess Jianing stayed at the Song family's residence for six or seven days before finally having to leave.

When she left, Song Ning used the ice she had frozen in winter to make a makeshift refrigerator, put the cake inside, and surrounded it with ice.

"This stuff won't keep well, Madam, please try to finish it today."

"Good, good child, you've put your heart into it."

As Princess Jianing left, she was still unwilling to give up. She looked at Song Ning and said, "Er Ya, I really like you. Are you really not going to be my daughter-in-law?"

Song Ning chuckled: "Madam Jiang, I don't even know who your son is, how could I be your daughter-in-law? Young Master Jiang is an outstanding man, he should be matched with a wealthy young lady from the capital, I am not suitable."

Upon hearing this, Princess Jianing felt hopeful again.

“You’ve definitely met my son. Once your soap is ready, I’ll have him come and talk to you.”

Before Song Ning could refuse, Princess Jianing turned around and got into the carriage.

Watching the carriage disappear into the distance, Xu Feng asked doubtfully, "Is this person really doing business with you? He looks more like he's trying to set you up with someone."

Song Ning flicked his forehead: "You're so young, and you already know this?"

Xu Feng covered his forehead: "I know a lot. People often come to my house to arrange marriages for my sister."

Xu Jiaojiao is the daughter of the county magistrate, so she is naturally very popular in Jiangning County.

"But my father didn't agree. He wanted my sister to marry General Xie."

Song Ning paused, about to take a step forward: "The General Xie you mentioned, is it Xie Linzhou?"

"Um."

This was the first time she had heard of this, but given Xie Linzhou's temperament, it was unlikely to work out.

Princess Jianing returned to the Xie residence. As soon as she entered, she rushed to Xie Linzhou's study without even having time to rest.

Xie Linzhou was holding a book at his desk when he heard a noise outside. A moment later, Princess Jianing pushed open the door and came in.

"Linzhou, I have something to tell you."

Xie Linzhou put down the book in his hand: "You're finally back. Where have you been these past few days?"

“Of course I went to a good place. Let me tell you, I made a business deal.”

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