Chapter 44 Insight "You haven't told me yet, brother, who your crush is...
Chapter 44
Yongsheng Hou Xie Yan was also worried about the marriage of his eldest son Xie Junnuo.
The title of Marquis of Yongsheng was passed down from the previous generation.
Xie Yan's mother was the aunt of Emperor Longshun, the elder sister of the late emperor from the same mother, and the most noble and unparalleled eldest princess.
Xie Yan's father was the imperial tutor of Emperor Longshun. He was an outstanding writer and the top scholar in the previous emperor's court. He was promoted to the chief minister of the cabinet.
He retired a few years ago to enjoy his retirement.
Xie Yan has a capable father and a powerful son, which makes him look a little mediocre.
In fact, he was also a Jinshi who inherited the title of Yongsheng Hou and also held a position in the Ministry of Rites - he was in charge of the main affairs of the Imperial College.
Xie Yan has been doing nothing for so many years and is now worried about his son's marriage.
The Xie family is also a family of loyal ministers.
Because the old man was a prince consort, it was not easy for him to enter the cabinet back then. Later, when the old man and the eldest princess were choosing a wife for Xie Yan, they chose Kang Yingying, the daughter of the Minister of Industry.
The Minister of Works has now retired. His son Kang Lingyun has been influenced by him since he was a child and has quite a few skills. Therefore, after years of immersion, assessment and training, he has also successfully become the Minister of Works.
The Xie family has two sons and two daughters, all born to Kang Yingying.
Because the old man is the eldest princess's consort and is very loyal, the Xie family's family tradition is also the same.
Once a man has married a wife, he is not allowed to take a concubine, let alone have a maid at a young age.
Xie Junnuo followed the teachings of his grandparents and grew up to be a humble gentleman.
Since he was old enough to understand, he decided to live up to his name - to keep his promise to the lord for the rest of his life.
Getting married is of course a major event in life, but being loyal to the court and His Majesty is even more important.
Xie Junnuo was not in a hurry, but Lord Xie and his wife were very anxious.
As a result, the old man and the princess would occasionally select a few girls from noble families to be their daughters-in-law.
When Xie Junxing returned home and just passed the second courtyard, he heard the doorman's joyful voice: "The young marquis is back!"
He stopped and waited for his elder brother.
Xie Junnuo was wearing a red official robe, which made his face look even more handsome. He walked in with a bright spirit. When he saw his second brother, he smiled at him and said, "Second brother, are you done with school? Why are you so late today?"
"Brother." Xie Junxing called out before answering, "I went to Piaoxianglou with Young Marquis Lin and Young Master Zhou for dinner, so I came back late."
Xie Junnuo: "As I recall, they are two years younger than you? Aren't you from the same academy at the Imperial College?"
When His Majesty was choosing a consort for Princess Liyang, he picked out all the candidates of appropriate age and compared them one by one, so Xie Junnuo had an impression of him.
Xie Junxing: "Well, we just happened to run into each other, so we chatted for a while. Young Master Zhou was very hospitable, so we went to Piaoxiang Tower together."
"You're just being hospitable, aren't you?" Xie Junnuo knew his brother's personality and smiled, exposing him. "It's good to make more friends. The Ding'an Marquis's family and General Zhou's family both have simple and honest family traditions. It won't hurt if you spend more time with them."
It's much better than hanging out with Cheng Lunian.
Xie Junnuo is a gentleman who has always been dissatisfied with Cheng Lunian's deep love for Princess Liyang.
In the past year, the other party has relied on the support of the prince and has acted more and more arrogantly.
Now Xie Junnuo has heard about the feud between the Cheng and Qin families. Although Qin Hongjie is crazy and Mrs. Qin's accusations have no actual evidence, if Cheng Lunian is upright, how could he just make up rumors out of nothing?
Xie Junxing's foxy eyes swiveled around, and he leaned in close to his brother and whispered, "Actually, I was also trying to find out what the Ding'an Marquis family was saying for you, big brother."
Xie Junnuo was surprised: "What do you mean?"
"Grandparents, parents, and elder brother are all worried about your marriage, and I want to share your worries. The Ding'an Marquis family has four daughters, so maybe there's a good match for you."
Xie Junnuo's face darkened slightly. "My mother has the final say on this matter. How can you go and investigate?"
Xie Junxing shrugged his shoulders, his voice still low: "I mean well, and I didn't say anything else. If you don't hurry up, the beautiful girls will be chosen by the princes."
Xie Junnuo was stunned, and heard several different meanings from his words. He glared at him and pulled him to his Minghuixuan.
After arriving at the study and dismissing the servants, Xie Junnuo asked him, "The Third Prince wants to marry the daughter of the Ding'an Marquis?"
My second brother has a good relationship with the third prince, so I guess he heard something from the third prince.
"Yes. Not only the Third Prince, but also the Fourth Prince. Who knows, there might be a Fifth Prince in the future." Xie Junxing said, "Brother, don't miss this opportunity."
Xie Junnuo glanced at his younger brother, his eyebrows slightly raised: "Second brother, do you have someone you like?"
Xie Junxing's heart tightened: "Why do you say that, brother?"
"If you urge your elder brother to get married, you can also marry your ideal partner, right?"
"..." Xie Junxing remained noncommittal and insisted, "Do you want to get married, brother?"
Xie Junnuo thought about it and said, "If it's appropriate, I will."
Xie Junxing smiled and stood up: "Okay, then I wish big brother to find a good match."
Xie Junnuo pressed his brother, "You haven't told me yet, big brother, which daughter is your crush?"
"Brother, stop guessing. You should have a good rest. I'm going back to Zheguixuan." After saying goodbye, Xie Junxing left quickly.
Xie Junnuo sighed helplessly, several thoughts running through his mind.
After dinner, he bathed, changed into a white brocade patterned casual suit, and went to Minghe Hall to pay a visit to his father and mother.
If my second brother has someone he likes, I would like to ask my mother to take care of his marriage.
Lord Xie and his wife are having dinner.
"Dad, Mom."
"Jun Nuo is back. Can we eat now? Can you eat a little more with me?"
"Mom, I've used it. Take your time eating."
Xie Junnuo sat down on the chair next to him and waited quietly for his parents to finish their meal.
Xie Yan asked him a few questions about whether his work went smoothly, and then asked him, "Is there anything wrong?"
"Well, I have something to ask my parents."
"What's the matter?" Xie Yan asked, "Just ask directly."
Kang Yingying asked with a hint of longing, "Jun Nuo is here for marriage?"
Xie Junnuo nodded: "Indeed, I'm just asking for my second brother. Mother, have you asked my second brother if he has someone in his heart?"
Kang Yingying seemed to be lost in thought: "Jun Xing? He never mentioned that he had a crush on anyone. Let me think..."
Xie Yan turned to ask Xie Junnuo, "What about you? These days, your grandparents, your father, and your mother have been selecting a suitable woman for you. Why don't you at least tell us what kind of woman you prefer? Beautiful? Talented? Skilled in martial arts? Gentle and graceful? Lively and enthusiastic?"
Xie Junnuo: “…”
Kang Yingying glared at her husband and said in a gentle tone, "Jun Nuo was completely focused on the imperial examinations before, and later joined the Hanlin Academy to serve His Majesty. How could he have the time to think about his children? How can he answer you if you ask him like this?"
Xie Yan: "Then ask."
Kang Yingying then softly listed to her son the types of women from the noble families she had chosen: "...The Ding'an Marquis family has four daughters. I'm sure you've heard that their four daughters all have their own characteristics -
"The eldest daughter is steady and good at business. When she was young, she followed her uncle from the Mu family around the country. Under her influence, she has a first-class mind for making money.
"The second daughter is free and easy and good at martial arts. You know Gu Tingxuan, the famous female general is her master. The disciples she taught must have good martial arts skills and good personalities, but I'm afraid they are not attentive and considerate enough.
"The third daughter is talented, but weak. She has been pampered in the mansion and rarely shows up. If you are interested, you should have a lot to talk about with her.
"The fourth daughter is playful and lively, and enjoys tinkering with mechanical devices, which is quite similar to what your uncle is good at. When the Ministry of Works built Yuhua Terrace, your uncle even indirectly asked the Marquis of Ding'an about his fourth daughter's ideas. The little girl has quite a few creative ideas, and she has been helpful."
"As for Young Marquis Lin, he will soon be a consort. Our family is already royal, and so are they. If we can become in-laws, it will be a perfect match."
The several girls from aristocratic families that Kang Yingying mentioned before were all standard daughters of aristocratic families. They never left the house and had good backgrounds and upbringing, but they all strictly observed etiquette and had gentle temperaments. There was nothing special about them.
When talking about the Ding'an Marquis family, he talked endlessly.
Xie Junnuo naturally understood what his mother meant from her words.
"Which daughter do you prefer, mother?"
"Mom, whichever one you like is fine. It depends on what you like."
Xie Junnuo pondered for a moment, then suddenly remembered something and said, "I remember my second brother also went to Yuhuatai with my uncle when he was a child, right?"
Kang Yingying suddenly understood: "That's right! He was naughty and playful when he was young, and he did go to Yuhuatai with your uncle..." After a pause, she said in a joyful tone, "Could it be... Erlang likes the youngest daughter of the Ding'an Marquis family? If so, then they do have a common interest."
Xie Junnuo said, "Then mother should arrange a marriage for my second brother first."
"And you?"
"I don't have a favorite. If Mother chooses one of the daughters of the Ding'an Marquis family, I'm afraid it will be difficult for my second brother to be with his beloved... How can two brothers marry two sisters?"
"What's the big deal? My son is not bad!"
"Let's first ask my second brother what he thinks. lest we ruin his good marriage."
"Okay. Mom will go ask him."
The next day, the Yongsheng Marquis' Mansion received a visiting invitation from the Ding'an Marquis' Mansion.
The Ding'an Marquis Mansion also received a visiting invitation from the Yongsheng Marquis Mansion.
The two marquises finally met at the Grand Princess's residence.
That is Xie Junnuo’s grandmother’s home.
After the sisters exchanged greetings, Kang Yingying said first: "I'm here for my Erlang."
Mu Hanyan was slightly stunned: Erlang?
Isn’t it Young Marquis Xie?
Kang Yingying keenly noticed her hesitation: "I naturally also want Dalang to marry into your family, but he knows that his younger brother has always been in love with the fourth lady and is afraid that two brothers cannot marry two sisters, so...you also know that my Jun Nuo is devoted to official duties and is relatively slow in this regard. However, once he gets married, he will naturally take good care of his wife."
Mu Hanyan then spoke frankly, "To be honest, I'm here for my eldest daughter. She's infatuated with the young Marquis Xie. As for our fourth daughter... the Marquis and I haven't thought she'd be planning a marriage so soon. After all, my son is getting married to the princess soon, and the weddings of his four older sisters won't take place until the end of this year or early next year at the earliest."
"I understand what you're worried about, sister." Kang Yingying said, "Then let's discuss this with the Marquis and the children after we return home."
"good."
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