“But you and Prince An…” Fang Zhixing hesitated.
Even a student like him, who only focused on studying the classics, had heard of the Imperial Preceptor's love story.
He didn't want to put Fang Ruotang in a difficult position because of his matter, and besides, this was something that hadn't actually happened.
In this life, the eldest princess did not die, and her deputy general could no longer misunderstand the emperor, so his life was no longer in danger.
"Fifth Brother, are you mistaken about something?" Fang Ruotang suddenly laughed, with an arrogant and haughty expression.
Fang Zhixing was taken aback. "What?"
"He wants to be with me, not the other way around. I'm the one in control with him. Don't get it wrong."
After Fang Ruotang finished speaking, she rolled her eyes at Fang Zhixing, and then said speechlessly, "You are more important than him. Don't underestimate yourself, especially since he is just a retainer."
Fang Zhixing nodded reservedly, then grinned silently.
"Look at how pathetic you are!"
Fang Shengtang rolled her eyes at Fang Zhixing with disdain, absolutely refusing to admit that she was a little jealous.
Fang Zhixing: "Then... I won't try to persuade you?"
"There's nothing to persuade him of anyway. Even if I don't personally order his execution, I will complain to the Emperor. Once the Emperor takes action, it might not just be him who dies."
Fang Ruotang has never been one to tolerate being wronged.
She is indeed filing a lawsuit.
She's not without a mouth.
Moreover, the Emperor and the Crown Prince indulged her, making her even more pampered.
Fang Zhixing is so 'sensible' that even knowing who would kill her in the original timeline, he would still choose to be considerate so as not to cause her trouble. This is something Fang Ruotang could never do.
"Alright! I won't say any more then, but don't let this affect your relationship with the Princess's residence."
"Fifth Brother, how could you be so stupid? You've got it backwards again. They'd better be more perceptive and not upset me over this."
Fang Ruotang glared angrily at Fang Zhixing.
"Fifth Brother, what do you mean? I feel like there's something wrong with what you're saying. Do you look down on women and think that women are inherently inferior to men? Otherwise, why would you always be afraid that Prince An will be angry with me?"
"That's not true!" Fang Zhixing had a strong survival instinct. "In my heart, you hold the highest position. How could I look down on you?"
Fang Ruotang pursed her lips, somewhat disbelieving.
If they really thought she was that capable, why would they repeatedly express their concerns?
"Really, I was just afraid of affecting your relationship, I didn't mean anything else."
"Hmph! That's for the best." Fang Ruotang snorted arrogantly. "If you dare to look down on women, I'll ignore you from now on, because I'm a woman. If you look down on women, you're looking down on me. Not only will I ignore you, but I'll also make my older sisters ignore you and isolate you. You'll be the most unpopular person in our family."
Fang Zhixing immediately put on a bitter face and begged for mercy.
The Fang sisters laughed gleefully.
The Fang family has always treated their daughters as precious guests and there is no preference for sons over daughters. Therefore, the sons of the Fang family have never had the idea that they are superior to their daughters.
Fang Zhixing had given all the advice he could, and seeing that Fang Ruotang had made up her mind and that the other family members all seemed to be letting her do as she pleased, he realized that this decision would not affect Fang Ruotang herself, so he stopped trying to persuade her.
After all, dying such a pathetic death, even if it hasn't happened yet, is unpleasant to hear about. He only repeatedly advised against it because he was afraid of affecting Fang Ruotang, which doesn't mean he wasn't annoyed.
The maidservant served the dishes, and the family took their seats.
Madam Fang also came out.
Now only Prime Minister Fang is absent.
During the meal, when everyone had almost finished eating, Old Madam Fang suddenly asked, "Xiao Wu, now that you've passed the imperial examination, shouldn't you start thinking about marriage? Should I have your mother look after a few families for you?"
Fang Zhixing was taken aback and subconsciously said, "It's up to Grandmother and Mother to decide."
Madam Fang chuckled, "You silly child, marriage is a major life event that concerns your entire life. You should take it seriously and try to be like your second brother, choosing a woman you like and living a loving and harmonious life together."
Speaking of Fang Zhiye, he happened to be serving food to Lei Pingting.
The two were whispering sweet nothings to each other when suddenly everyone at the table turned to look at them. Fang Zhiye simply smiled back, while Lei Pingting blushed instantly.
“Look at your second brother, he’s only two years older than you, and he’s already pregnant. From meeting to marriage to getting married, it will take at least a year. It’s better to settle things sooner rather than later. If you delay any longer, all the good girls will be taken.” Old Madam Fang said with a smile.
The Fang family had considered arranging a marriage for Fang Zhixing before.
However, given Fang Zhixing's status as an illegitimate son, there weren't many good marriage prospects for him. Prime Minister Fang had been holding back, not allowing him to be matched with potential partners, hoping that he would have a wider range of choices after passing the imperial examination.
After all, a capable in-law family would make Fang Zhixing's career path smoother in the future.
Just like Fang Zhiye, who did not pursue literature but instead practiced martial arts, Prime Minister Fang appointed him to the military general Lei family.
As for the families who actively attached themselves to Fang Ruotang after she became famous, they were all after Fang Ruotang; they were arrogant at first but obsequious later, all for their own benefit.
What kind of good girl can be raised in a family like that?
Not only did Prime Minister Fang look down on it, but Old Madam Fang and Madam Cui also disdained it.
"Xiao Wu, do you have a girl you like? If so, tell your mother and I'll inquire about her." After saying this, Cui Shi glanced at Fang Ruotang, who was staring at Fang Zhixing with curiosity, and then added a sentence.
"It doesn't matter what the girl's family background is, as long as she's a good girl from a respectable family."
Times have changed. Fang Zhixing no longer needs a good in-law family to help him, because his good sister is the strongest and best support in the world.
Although Fang Zhixing was not born from her womb, he was born to her personal maid who had grown up with her since childhood. Moreover, he and Fang Wantang were sensible from a young age and respected her. She also loved these two children and treated them almost as her own, always considering their needs in everything.
Previously, because he was born out of wedlock, I wanted to find him a capable wife-in-law so that he could have a better life in the future. But now I just hope that he can find a good wife like my second son, and that the two of them can live happily together.
Who is the other end of my fifth brother's marriage line?
[Nobody's here. I was just about to stop talking when your fifth brother's Qionglin Banquet was over, so he didn't even have a chance to arrange a marriage.]
Fang Ruotang puffed out her cheeks, unable to contain her anger.
[Why bring up something you shouldn't talk about? Just because it didn't exist in the original timeline doesn't mean it can't exist now! Doesn't my fifth brother have a type he likes?]
Yes! He likes your type.
The little mirror chimed in.
The room fell silent.
Fang Ruotang covered her mouth, blinked quickly a few times, and then stole a glance at Fang Zhixing before responding to the small mirror with some hesitation.
"This isn't right! I'm his cousin, after all. Our relationship would be incestuous."
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