Huang Zhong was stunned. His first thought was... she doesn't recognize me? She doesn't remember me?
Peony looked completely bewildered and turned her gaze back to Qin Qing. Her speechless and pleading expression made Qin Qing chuckle.
"What? It's only been a few months, and you've already forgotten Deputy General Huang? I seem to remember you slapping him last time..."
Peony was dumbfounded and couldn't help but look at Huang Zhong again. His broad and burly figure and his bright eyes made her suddenly think of someone. After a moment, she exclaimed in surprise.
"It's you?"
As soon as she finished speaking, Peony's cheeks flushed crimson, and her eyes sparkled.
Suddenly remembering something, she looked at Huang Zhong warily and subconsciously stood next to Qin Qing.
What are you doing here?
She hadn't forgotten how her mother had turned the carriage around the last time she saw this guy; clearly, her mother didn't like him, and he might be some kind of bad person.
Huang Zhonggang felt a surge of joy upon seeing her blushing face, but the next second, seeing the young woman looking at him with such a guarded expression, he felt a sudden pause in his heart…
"I...don't be afraid, I'm not a bad person...I...I..."
He didn't know how to explain himself, and having no other ideas, he could only turn to Qin Qing for help.
Qin Qing saw this clearly and a smile appeared on her face. She didn't really dislike Huang Zhong. If the two got along well, she would naturally agree to the marriage.
Then, she reached out and tugged at the peony, smiling gently.
"Don't worry, Peony. This man is Huang Zhong, General Wang's cousin and also a deputy general in the army. He is highly skilled in martial arts. Although he looks intimidating, he has a good heart!"
Upon hearing this, Huang Zhong nodded repeatedly in affirmation! Seeing this, Shaoyao also lowered her guard, but Qin Qing suddenly had an idea and continued to smile.
"Moreover, Vice General Huang came today mainly to propose marriage, and look, the betrothal gifts are already prepared!"
As she spoke, she pointed to the piles of items to the side, looking at Peony with a teasing expression.
Peony first looked shocked, then looked at Qin Qing with disbelief, then at Huang Zhong, with a troubled expression.
"this…"
What to do? She felt the two were mismatched! And when did her mother get involved with this man? Did General Wang know? Everyone could see his feelings, but for some reason, her mother always ignored and refused. Now, General Wang's cousin also liked her and had even proposed first…
Is it really okay for cousins to fight over one person? And look at this man, all muscular and burly... is he the type my mother likes?
The woman's face was full of conflict and scrutiny, making Huang Zhong feel nervous. He frowned as if awaiting his fate! Qin Qing also found it a bit strange. Normally, shouldn't Shaoyao be shocked and shy at this moment? Why was she so calm?
To everyone's surprise, the next second, Peony sighed helplessly.
"Mother, you should make the decision about this yourself!"
Qin Qing was taken aback. She hadn't expected Shaoyao to trust her so much, but why didn't she seem happy at all?
Huang Zhong was also stunned. Did this mean that if Qin agreed, she would marry him? But why did he feel no happiness at this moment, but instead a sense of loss?
Seeing this, Qin Qing couldn't help but say something.
"Are you serious? You think I can just agree? This is a once-in-a-lifetime event!"
Peony nodded, feeling touched. She hadn't expected her mother to care so much about her feelings, so she smiled and replied.
"This is, after all, a major event in your life. As your daughter, all I care about is your happiness; everything else..."
Before she could finish speaking, Qin Qing interrupted her with a blank look on his face, then scratched his ear and looked at her in surprise!
"Wait... what did you say? Whose life-changing event is this? Vice General Huang is the one who proposed marriage to you, you don't actually think it's me, do you? Silly girl, your imagination is running wild. You dare to propose to me? That bastard Wang Yan would tear him apart!?"
Huang Zhong stood to the side, speechless and contemptuous. He wouldn't want such a fierce and shameless woman even if she were given to him for free!
Peony was stunned after hearing this, completely ignoring the second half of Qin Qing's sentence. She turned to look at Huang Zhong... When their eyes met, her face instantly turned bright red, not only because of her misunderstanding just now, but also because of the burning and serious look in the man's eyes when he looked at her!
He proposed to her? So, he likes her? But they've only met twice...
Qin Qing noticed the change in Shaoyao's mood as soon as he finished speaking. It's embarrassing for a girl like her, but Huang Zhong, a grown man, was standing there dumbfounded. If this continued, when would he ever win the heart of his beauty?
So she rolled her eyes and said.
"What are you standing there for? Whether or not I agree to this marriage depends on Shaoyao's opinion. I completely respect her decision! You two chat, I'm going to check out the shop and will be back tonight."
After saying that, she went straight into the house and carried Xiao Muyue out. The little girl looked at Qin Qing with a confused expression.
"Grandma, Yueyue still has embroidery to do this afternoon!"
Qin Qing pinched her cheek upon hearing this.
"Silly girl, we're not studying today. Grandma will take you to Full Moon Restaurant for dinner!"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Muyue's eyes lit up. She had long wanted to try the legendary food at Full Moon Pavilion!
Upon noticing the peonies in the yard, the little guy excitedly shouted.
"Auntie, Grandma's taking us out to eat..."
Before he could finish speaking, Qin Qing covered his mouth and gave the two of them an awkward smile.
"The little girl is ignorant, you can continue, continue..."
After saying that, she picked up Xiao Muyue and rushed out, making sure to close the door behind her... The meaning couldn't be clearer!
Peony blushed instantly, so nervous that she wished she could leave with Qin Qing.
"Um...you haven't eaten yet, have you? I...I'll go make some food."
After saying that, she ran into the kitchen without looking back, leaving Huang Zhong watching her fleeing figure and grinning foolishly.
Qin Qing drove the carriage, and Xiao Muyue curiously peeked out.
"Grandma, is Auntie in love?"
Qin Qing was so shocked by her words that she almost jumped off the carriage and could only turn her head in surprise to look at her.
"Who taught you the word 'dating'? And... you figured it out?"
Xiao Muyue smiled innocently.
"Grandma said it herself! And I'm already six years old... How could I not notice my aunt's obvious blushing!"
As he spoke, the little guy proudly raised his head.
Qin Qing: "..." Everyone says that children nowadays mature early, but in her opinion, children in ancient times matured even earlier!
After another half hour, the carriage finally stopped in front of the Full Moon Pavilion.
Qin Qing led Xiao Muyue inside, and the little one's expressions were even more exaggerated than when she first arrived! As soon as she reached the top of the stairs and entered the house, she heard someone complaining…
"Oh my, isn't this Boss Qin who bravely stormed Dingshan City to rescue the Great General? Your presence is truly an honor to our humble establishment!"
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