Although it's harsh to hear, it's the truth.
The social hierarchy is: scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants. Merchants are ranked last, and no matter how rich they are, they have no social standing.
Song He'er was well aware of the intricacies involved, so she didn't immediately refuse the matchmaker.
After all, Chun Di was a few years older than her, and it was time for her to find a husband.
However, since the matter of the marriage contract was arranged by Jiang Huaifu, it's uncertain whether it will expose her status as a traitor to the Central Plains.
She needs to find some time to contact Jiang Huaifu.
"I'll trouble you to make this trip. I'll discuss this with my aunt."
The matchmaker replied with a smile, "Alright! I'll go back and wait for news. Anyway, getting married is a complicated affair, with all the steps: betrothal, asking the name, auspicious date selection, presenting betrothal gifts, setting the wedding date, and the wedding ceremony. None of these can be taken lightly. I'll wait for your news, young lady!"
With that, the matchmaker swayed her slender waist and slowly walked away.
This matter is neither difficult nor difficult to handle; it's just that her status is inappropriate. According to seniority, she is only Chun Di's niece, and how can a niece discuss the marriage of her elders?
But the matchmaker doesn't know anyone else, which is why she came to her. Now, who should take care of this matter?
As Chun Di's sister-in-law, Qin Xiao Niang had the most authority to handle this matter.
Thinking this through, Song He'er told Qin Xiaoniang about what had happened that day.
In the afternoon, the two went to the silk shop to propose marriage.
Chun Di is indeed a clever and quick-witted girl. If she gets married in the future, she will definitely be able to manage everything in the house perfectly.
"Sister-in-law, He'er, what brings you here?"
"There's good news," Qin Xiaoniang replied with a smile.
Chun Di asked in confusion, "A happy occasion? What happy occasion is there?"
"Find a husband for my fourth aunt."
"Huh?? This...this won't do!"
"Why not? You're already of marriageable age. Are you going to stay at home forever? If you keep going like this, you'll become an old maid!"
Chun Di thought they were joking, so she quickly stepped forward to retort, "Stop fooling around, marriage is a serious matter, how can it be treated like a joke?"
“This is no joke, Fourth Aunt. Today, the matchmaker came to my door in person, even to my Wanyang Tower! She said a scholar's family has taken a liking to you, and she's asking if you're willing!”
Upon hearing this, Chun Di hesitated slightly. "A scholar."
"Yes! Scholars, Fourth Aunt, please don't look down on people who aren't wealthy. In fact, a reliable person is the one you can entrust your life to. It's about character, not money."
Chun Di breathed a sigh of relief. "Of course I know that. I swore an oath the day I was exiled that I would rather marry a commoner than enter the palace or a royal residence! But... did the matchmaker say where the family is from, or what the young master's name is?"
Song He'er was startled by Chun Di's sudden question, "You...you changed your mind so quickly? Or do you know someone?"
Chun Di's face turned bright red instantly.
"I...I didn't! I was just asking!"
Seeing her hesitant manner, Qin Xiaoniang became very anxious and immediately stepped forward to ask, "You have to say what you have to say, otherwise how will we know your feelings? Tell the truth, do you have someone you like?"
"No... well... a couple of days ago a scholar came and made some fine clothes for his mother. He's been coming every few days since then. I've spoken to him a few times; he seems like a nice person, filial... but we're nothing..."
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