Chapter 20 Marriage
When Shen Zhiyuan heard this, a hint of contempt flashed across his eyes.
But before he could open his mouth, Su Yanshu spoke first.
"Someone, bury the dog and clean up the yard," Su Yanshu looked at Yu Shengsheng, "You can rest in the yard."
Then he added: "You are not allowed to go anywhere."
Yu Shengsheng's soul had not yet fully returned, and he took a step forward: "Second Young Master, what does the prince's blind date have to do with me?"
Yu Shengsheng felt cold all over at this moment. The little bit of blood left in her heart was rapidly draining away after hearing what Shen Zhiyuan had just said.
For her, escaping from the Su family with Grandma Wu and her grandchildren and spending the rest of her life with her beloved is the belief that supports her in facing all the hardships.
But if the Su family wants her to marry someone else, she will have no way out.
She had to have an answer.
Su Yanshu didn't know about this and his mind was in a mess. He wanted to finish the matter quickly and then go ask Madam Su.
But Yu Shengsheng kept asking him.
He lowered his eyes to examine her, his voice cold and without a trace of warmth: "Why? Are you in such a hurry to leave the Su family?"
Just as Yu Shengsheng was about to speak, Mrs. Zhou stepped forward and said, "Miss, you must be exhausted after staying up all night. I will accompany you to rest."
Jin Baobao glanced at the big dog and protected Yu Shengsheng back to the house.
Su Zhiyi sighed softly, "Sister is estranged from us. Even if she blames us, she shouldn't hurt Second Brother's heart by making her lifelong event a big deal!"
Su Yanshu's irritability became even stronger: "Ayi, let Zhiyuan take you back. I'll go see my mother."
Su Zhiyi lowered her eyes to hide the hatred in her eyes - when did Su Yanshu ever abandon her and let Shen Zhiyuan send her off!
It’s all because of Yu Shengsheng!
Su Yanshu went to see Mrs. Su, who was having someone prepare snacks.
"You've come just in time. I'll go see Shengsheng later. You can come with me."
Su Yanshu glanced at the exquisite snacks and asked, "Mother, have you made any arrangements for Shengsheng's marriage?"
Madam Su's smile froze slightly, and she looked away unnaturally: "I can't make the decision on this matter."
"Mother, you can't hide it from me. Tell me the truth."
Su Yanshu paused and said, "She was sent back home, not because she had learned the rules, but because of this marriage?"
Mrs. Su looked at him, then sat down on the chair, hesitant to speak.
"Mother!"
Mrs. Su quickly looked up at him, then avoided his gaze and sighed helplessly.
"You have been smart and thoughtful since childhood. Nothing can be hidden from you."
"Yes, Shengsheng's return home this time is indeed related to her marriage."
Su Yanshu frowned slightly, his eyes slowly turning cold: "Let Shengsheng marry Kong Dezhao?"
Mrs. Su remained silent.
Su Yanshu's voice was filled with anger: "Mother, you know who the Kong family father and son are!"
"I know," Mrs. Su's eyes turned red, "but what's the use of knowing this? As a mother, am I willing to do this?"
"But, I can't decide on this matter," Mrs. Su wiped away her tears, "I can only...try my best to love Shengsheng more and prepare more dowry for her when the time comes."
Before she finished speaking, Su Yanshu interrupted her in a deep voice: "You can't make the decision. Is this what grandma meant?"
Mrs. Su said nothing, her silence signified her consent.
"I'm going to find my grandmother."
Su Yanshu turned around and left. Mrs. Su hurriedly called him, but Su Yanshu didn't even turn his head.
The old lady had just finished her meal and was drinking tea. When she heard that Su Yanshu was coming, she felt a little happier.
Among these children, she loves Su Yanshu the most.
His son and eldest grandson were both military generals, so they were inevitably ridiculed for being rude, but Su Yanshu was different. He was the only elegant person who grew up among rough men.
He is an outstanding writer, a graceful and elegant man, and is also the prince's companion. He is the face of their Su family.
If the prince successfully ascends the throne in the future, Su Yanshu will most likely be the youngest cabinet minister.
"Quick, prepare the tea that Yanshu likes to drink."
Su Yanshu entered the room through the curtains, bowed, and then got straight to the point: "Grandmother, Shengsheng's marriage..."
The old lady's smile froze a little: "Why? Is she still thinking about the Shen family? She actually asked you to tell her, you are really capable. However, this is absolutely impossible. I have other arrangements for her marriage."
"Is it Kong Dezhao?" Su Yanshu asked.
The old lady sipped her tea and raised her eyes when she heard this: "It's good for you to know."
Su Yanshu said anxiously: "Grandma, we all know who Kong Dezhao is. The Nanshun Palace is a hellhole. How can you..."
The old lady put down her teacup and interrupted him: "Yanshu, Prince Nanshun is ready to make a move, but he is too powerful. The court can only appease him now. Granting a marriage is the most appropriate way."
"But, it shouldn't be Shengsheng..."
"Do you think we can let Zhiyi go?" The old lady said meaningfully, "The Su family is enjoying a prosperous life, but your father has been at the border. The Su family needs a chance to make merit so that your father can have a chance to come back."
"Yanshu, you are the hope for the future of the Su family. Shengsheng's marriage to the Nanshun Palace and Zhiyi's marriage to the Shen family are all paving the way for you to enter the court."
Su Yanshu slowly loosened his clenched hands.
Yu Shengsheng sat at the table under the window, feeling as if she were falling into an icy cave.
"Miss," Mrs. Zhou advised in a low voice, "Don't worry, I will try to find out who this prince is. If he is a good match, it may not be a bad thing to leave the Su family."
Yu Shengsheng smiled very slowly: "Mammy, a good match, will the Su family give it to me?"
Mrs. Zhou felt a blockage in her throat and lowered her head in pain. She carefully applied medicine on her fingers.
Yu Shengsheng seemed to feel no pain: "Even if she's a good match, I don't want her."
A gust of hot, humid wind flowed in from the window, blowing on her face and sticking to her hair.
It's going to rain soon.
Yu Shengsheng's heart was empty, as if the wind was passing through her body. She felt like a rag doll, torn and full of holes, but still at the mercy of others.
Letting her marry into the Nanshun Palace was certainly not for her, but mostly to bring some benefits to the Su family.
She couldn't let herself be pushed around like this!
Clenching her fingers tightly, Mrs. Zhou exclaimed.
Yu Shengsheng was unaware: "When will the results of this imperial examination be announced?"
Mrs. Zhou shook her head: "This... I don't know."
Jin Baobao came in with hot water: "I know, it's the tenth day of next month."
"On the tenth day of next month," Yu Shengsheng said in a low but firm voice, "Less than a month."
Jin Baobao continued, "Miss, are you also paying attention to the imperial examination? I heard that the most likely candidate to win the top prize this year is a young man named Qi."
When Yu Shengsheng heard these words, the empty and cold heart finally felt a little warmer.
A glimmer of light flashed in the dark eyes.
Qi Mubai, the person she cared about, grew up with her in the countryside and was once a bastard from a wealthy family who was abandoned in the countryside.
Now, I am finally making a name for myself.
Yu Shengsheng looked at herself in the mirror, with a look of tenacity between her brows.
No matter what, you have to wait until the day when the results are announced.
She would wait until Qi Mubai became the leader, which would give her confidence.
There was a loud thunder outside the window, Yu Shengsheng stood up and walked towards the rain.
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