That evening, the family enjoyed some fresh, white dumplings.
No matter where you are, dumplings are a favorite food for northerners.
During festivals, or even any happy occasion, a meal without dumplings is not considered a celebration.
Everyone sat around the table, enjoying their meal with satisfaction and happiness.
And just as the saying goes, birds of a feather flock together, Aibei and Wenwen thoroughly enjoyed the food.
Aibei even kept saying that she would study hard so that she could make food for Jiaxi in the future.
Grandma Li, Tao Hongying, and the others were all delighted to hear this, especially Zhao Yuru, who liked this daughter-in-law even more.
Originally, she still harbored some resentment because her daughter-in-law was of high status and was from a foreign country.
But her daughter-in-law was so good to her son, always putting him first. As a mother, she appreciated it and was willing to treat her daughter-in-law even better...
After dinner, it got dark, so the group stopped talking to Jia'an and Jiaxi and sent them back to rest.
The next day, after breakfast, Grandma Li originally planned to take her granddaughter-in-law and great-grandson to the city for a stroll.
As a result, when the Yue family heard that the Li family had a happy reunion, they took the initiative to come and offer their congratulations.
A little while later, Coral also brought Sister Mi over to deliver some fresh seafood.
Immediately afterwards, Madam Tang arrived with her daughter-in-law and granddaughter to join in the fun.
It's likely that the Li family will have to set up two more tables of food and drink to entertain their guests.
Tao Hongying went to the kitchen to give the menu, and Wenjuan and Huiniang urged her to hurry up and keep the guests company.
Hui Niang whispered, "Fourth Sister-in-law, the Tang family matriarch has always wanted to marry her granddaughter into our family. Cat-boy is still young, and Jiaxi is already married. They're probably here today to meet Jia'an."
“Go and listen to her. You are Jia’an’s mother. If Wenyu marries into the family, she will be your daughter-in-law. You will have to give your approval first.”
“Yes, Fourth Aunt,” Wenjuan urged, “An’er is so successful now, you must oversee his marriage.”
Tao Hongying was also worried. She only had a son and a daughter. Her daughter would eventually get married, and she might have to spend the rest of her life with her son and daughter-in-law.
Although Wen Yu comes from a military family, she doesn't have a fierce or domineering temper. She is quiet, speaks with a smile, and is simple and kind. It's clear that she was well-mannered at home.
If her son likes it, she won't object.
With that thought in mind, she hurried back to the reception hall.
Sure enough, Madam Tang was holding Jia'an's hand, praising him incessantly.
"Oh my, this boy has thick eyebrows and big eyes, and a tall and straight figure. He's such a pleasing sight. This is what a true, upright man should look like!"
After saying that, she scolded Old Lady Li, "You are really heartless. If other families had such a good grandson, they would probably cherish him and be afraid of dropping him. But you, how could you bear to let the child drift at sea for so many years!"
“I’m telling you, if you don’t care, just tell me. I’ll take him home and I’ll make sure you cherish this good child like the apple of your eye.”
Old Mrs. Li sensed the probing in her words, but decided to play dumb.
Although the Tang family is in a good position and is one of the most prominent families in Quanzhou, a marriage alliance with the Tang family would certainly be beneficial in every way.
But in her heart, her grandson's lifelong happiness is more important.
So she laughed, snatched her grandson, stuffed him behind her back, and started glaring and arguing like a child.
"Who doesn't love their child? I adore my eldest grandson! It's precisely because I love him that I'm so determined to send him out to learn a skill. Domesticated children are like sparrows, only those that soar in the sky are eagles!"
"Alright, alright, you have a point, right?" Old Madam Tang laughed heartily, glanced at her blushing granddaughter, and promptly stopped talking.
They were all smart people; a few words were enough to let the Li family know their intentions. They couldn't say anything more, otherwise the marriage would fall through, and it would also affect their granddaughter's reputation.
However, she was still a little anxious.
Jia'an is truly the best candidate for granddaughter's husband.
He has a steady and easy-going personality, is good-looking, and tall.
This time, he brought back envoys from eight countries to pay homage. The imperial court will surely bestow rewards upon him, at the very least a fifth-rank official position.
Don't underestimate the fifth rank. After all, Jia'an was just a menial worker in the Foreign Affairs Department before, and he wasn't even a rank-holding officer.
Besides, he's still so young. He has a long road ahead of him, and with the Li family as his foundation, his path to success will surely be broad and smooth.
If we don't quickly secure such a good son-in-law, the matchmakers will probably be lining up at the Li family's doorstep when we return to Xindu in a few days.
Thinking this way, Old Madam Tang shamelessly pushed her granddaughter again.
"Wenyu, didn't you sew a headband for Grandma Li? Take it out and let Grandma Li see it. Does she like it?"
Madam Tang was somewhat proud and originally didn't want her mother-in-law to be too proactive, but after seeing Jia'an in person today, she was satisfied.
So, for once, she supported her daughter and said with a smile, "Yes, don't be afraid of making a fool of yourself, the thought is what matters."
Wen Yu blushed even more, but still took a box from the maid behind her with great composure, stepped forward, and presented it to Old Madam Li with both hands.
"Grandma Li, the sea breeze here is quite strong. I remembered you mentioned having a headache last time, so I embroidered this headband. I hope you won't find it offensive!"
"No problem, no problem!" Grandma Li accepted the box with a big smile.
She took out her headband and examined it closely. The crimson brocade was embroidered with plum blossom patterns, and the embroidery was very well done with fine stitches.
It is evident that the Tang family has always been very dedicated to teaching their child and has not been reluctant to let her learn skills just because they have spoiled her.
"Thank you, Yuwen. This headband is so beautifully embroidered. I love it." Old Mrs. Li was touched by the young girl's kindness and the Tang family's decisive act of extending an olive branch.
After thinking about it, she still gave some feedback.
"When you have the chance in the future, if Yuwen goes to Xindu, you must spend more time with our Funiu. Let our lazy girl be ashamed, her needlework is far worse than Yuwen's."
Yuwen smiled gently and shyly, and replied, "No one is perfect, and everyone has their strengths. The princess may not be as good as me at needlework, but when it comes to business, the princess is far behind me."
"I also love the snacks at Baiyunjian. I often go there, and the business is booming. I heard that the princess recently opened a fruit and vegetable shop and a hot pot restaurant in Xindu, and she's making a fortune every day."
“To this day I still have to receive pocket money from my elders, and I have never earned a single penny on my own.”
Hearing her granddaughter praised, Grandma Li smiled even more happily.
Even Jia'an couldn't help but glance at Yuwen again. Just then, Yuwen looked up, and the two blushed as they looked at each other, then quickly looked away.
Everyone saw it, and no one wanted the two children to be even more embarrassed.
Moreover, to be on the safe side, this matter should be carefully considered before a decision is made.
So Zhao Yuru changed the subject and introduced Aibei to everyone.
Sure enough, this foreign queen, Abbey, immediately drew everyone's attention.
Women in Tianwu did not have a low social status, but they could not escape the fate of being subordinate to men.
Apart from princesses and noblewomen who have titles and can have some freedom, other women cannot.
Poor families have to do all the housework, inside and out, and are even beaten, scolded, and humiliated by their husbands and in-laws.
Even if both the bride's and groom's families are wealthy and powerful, they are almost always confined to the backyard from birth, and it is difficult for them to even go out.
Even if they get married, it's just moving from one backyard to another.
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