Even the highest-ranking officials had to show her respect. The deeper reason was that she had the emperor's trust, a level of trust and entrustment that most people could only dream of.
Lin Songyan said, "The time when Mu Langguan fell out of the carriage, it is said that he was already dead on the spot, but he was able to come back to life, which was also due to the extraordinary abilities of Princess Zhenguo."
"My son thinks she might be able to help him, and if that's the case, then everyone will be happy."
Master Lin's expression shifted. His third son was a cautious man, and he would never say such a thing unless he was two or three parts certain.
If the third son's deficiency can be cured, then the prosperity of this family, and even its rise to a higher level, will be greatly promising.
The eldest and second eldest sons were certainly excellent, but they seemed mediocre compared to the third eldest son. That's why, even though the third eldest son was diagnosed with a deficiency, he still had high hopes for him.
"If that's true, then Princess Zhenguo is a great benefactor to our Lin family. We will be eternally grateful and never forget her," said Master Lin with great anticipation.
"My son has never done anything wrong. He has a clear conscience before Heaven and Earth. I hope this blessing will come to him."
Lin Songyan advised his master to take precautions and attribute the credit to Princess Zhenguo, because Princess Zhenguo was capable of doing so much that, in the eyes of family and outsiders, it would simply appear as a natural outcome, rather than as a sign that he intended to deceive her.
The betrothal gifts were carried into the Qiao family's courtyard box by box. The Qiao family also made preparations in advance for the wedding, decorating with lanterns and colorful decorations, and making exquisite and festive arrangements in many places.
The early spring flowers in the courtyard have begun to show their small buds, and the room is filled with the aroma of tea.
The men were entertaining guests in the living room, while Old Mrs. Qiao and her sisters-in-law were in the west wing.
The atmosphere was pleasant and harmonious.
"Zhizhi, all these betrothal gifts, along with your dowry, will be yours," said Old Mrs. Qiao, holding Qiao Zhizhi's hand.
"You can convert them all into banknotes and deposit them in a money exchange. The interest alone will be quite substantial every month."
The two elders had already discussed it with Lian'er. The Qiao family would not keep the betrothal gifts, but rather use them as a lifelong guarantee for Qiao Zhizhi.
Qiao Zhizhi was stunned for a moment, and so was Madam Wan.
Mrs. Wan didn't know what to say. Of course, she hoped her daughter could have such a solid safety net for the rest of her life, but such a big decision was not something she could make.
“Grandma, the Lin family gave too much betrothal gifts. How can I take them all by myself? The Qiao family raised me, so let’s keep them,” Qiao Zhizhi said.
Grandma Qiao shook her head: "You are also a member of the Qiao family. The honors you have are also the honors of the Qiao family. The Qiao family is proud to have raised a daughter like you. Besides, our Qiao family is not short of money. Even the dowry will be of the same standard and you can take it with you."
Madam Feng also said, "You don't need to feel burdened. No one in the Qiao family has any objections. They just hope you live well and that our family members become more and more successful, so that the Qiao family can also benefit from it."
Qiao Zhizhi was deeply moved; having such a family was an immense blessing for her.
After the betrothal, the next step was to set the wedding date. The Lin family brought a matchmaker and arranged an auspicious day. Twenty days later, it would be the wedding day.
Unlike the smooth progress and joyous occasion of the Lin and Qiao families, the marriage between the Sun and Wu families was completely off.
"I won't let them have their way," Sun Hetang said through gritted teeth.
"Third Brother, I've thought it through. I won't hold a grudge against Qiao Zhizhi anymore. You're right, it won't do me any good." She said to the Third Young Master Sun.
"I want to study painting properly now, to calm my mind and focus, and to cultivate my character. Third brother, could you go and buy some paintings for me and Qiao Zhizhi? They don't need to be expensive, just the kind with poems or calligraphy on them."
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