I don't think Chapter 1217 is good.

Tang's mother was unaware that Xiang Weinan was the heir of a count's family in the capital, and Tang Wenqian would not tell her such a thing.

Therefore, Tang's mother thought he was just the magistrate of Jiangyuan County and felt that he could only help her son in a very limited way. Of course, it would be more beneficial for her to marry Shu Yu and get to know Lord Qi.

But before Tang's mother could think of anything, Shu Yu went to the capital again.

Having finally returned, Tang's mother was preparing herself mentally to test the Lu family's attitude.

As luck would have it, Granny Gu brought up the matter with her.

Tang's mother was naturally delighted.

After learning about her thoughts, Granny Gu understood the plan. She discussed it with Madam Xiao and decided it was feasible, which led to this peach blossom banquet.

The Xiao family did indeed think Tang Wenqian was quite good. It was rare for someone with no resources, no connections, and not even good financial support to pass the imperial examination at such a young age.

"Ayu, what are you thinking?"

Seeing that the two had almost finished talking, Shu Yu pursed her lips and smiled, "I don't think so."

Madam Xiao frowned, "You..."

“Madam, whether you believe it or not, I must say it again: I do indeed have a fiancé. It’s just that he’s been busy with important matters recently, so he’s not in Jiangyuan County. Once he returns, our two families will finalize the engagement.”

Xiao's smile faded slightly, and Shu Yu's address changed from "sister-in-law" back to "madam," a clearly distant form of address that displeased her.

She meant well, but not only did the other person not appreciate it, they even blamed her?

Xiao's expression turned cold. She leaned back slightly, covered her mouth with a handkerchief, and when she removed it, there was no trace of a smile in her eyes. She forced a smile and said, "Is that so? I wonder when the other party will return?"

"At most half a month." After all, her sister is getting married to Zhao Xi in about twenty days, and Meng Yunzheng has to attend.

Xiao narrowed her eyes, not expecting that she would actually suggest a time.

"Really? Then I'll wait and see which young talent is so lucky to win the favor of Lord Lu." She paused, then added in a slightly stronger tone, "I hope Lord Lu isn't lying to me."

"Of course not, you'll find out when the time comes, Madam." After saying that, Shu Yu stood up. "I won't disturb you any longer, Madam. Farewell."

Xiao nodded indifferently, and Shu Yu nodded back before leaving the pavilion.

She took Hua Xian, who was standing not far away, away.

Beside Hua Xian was a maidservant brought by Madam Xiao. Seeing Shu Yu leave expressionlessly, she quickly ran back to the pavilion.

Seeing Xiao's unpleasant expression, the maid knew that the discussion was not going well.

She looked up at Granny Gu, who didn't look at her but sighed and said to Madam Xiao, "Miss, Lady Lu is clearly very opposed to this matter, so it seems it won't work out."

“Of course she’s rejecting him,” Madam Xiao sneered. “How can Tang Wenqian compare to my husband’s status and future? With my husband’s outstanding qualities before her, of course she looks down on others. She even fabricated a lie that she was already engaged to someone else.”

The maid was slightly surprised after hearing this. "Lord Lu doesn't agree? Then, what should we do? Does she really intend to compete with Miss for the master?"

Neither Madam Xiao nor Granny Gu spoke, and the atmosphere in the pavilion became somewhat tense for a moment.

However, no one here knew that a head was slowly emerging from the water right next to the pavilion.

(End of this chapter)