Chapter 192 Agree to Marriage
Chen Zhancai had completely lost his mind and was overwhelmed by the two hundred and fifty taels of silver.
Seeing Liu Fengjiao so stubborn, his face darkened.
"Feng Jiao, what are you saying? It's as if I'm not Ruolan's biological father. I feel bad that Ruolan has lost her innocence.
But now it's a done deal. If Ruolan doesn't marry Fan Tong, who else can she marry? Who will be willing to marry her in the future?"
Liu Fengjiao stammered, "But...but Fan Tong is really not a good man."
Chen Zhanliang completely lost his patience and shouted, "Fan Tong is not a good man. Does marrying a poor boy mean he is a good man? Letting him marry a poor boy and eat coarse food is considered a blessing?
Why can't you think this through? The Fan family is rich and powerful, so even if you become a concubine, it's a blessing. Do you think anyone can become a concubine in the Fan family?"
"Yes, Fengjiao, I heard that even if you are a concubine in the Fan family, you will receive a monthly stipend of three taels of silver."
Old Mrs. Chen's eyes were full of envy.
"Three taels of silver, that's thirty-six taels a year. What girl wouldn't want to marry him? Ruolan is lucky to have this opportunity. Why are you still unwilling?"
Liu Fengjiao's lips trembled. Although she felt very reluctant, she was powerless.
If Ruolan doesn't marry Fan Tong now, no one will want her after she loses her virginity...
After a mental struggle, Liu Fengjiao nodded with tears in her eyes.
"It seems this is Ruolan's fate."
Seeing her nod in agreement, Chen Zhancai was delighted.
"Mother, although our Ruolan isn't a rich lady, nor is she an illiterate country girl, she can at least read and write. If the Fan family comes to marry her, even if we can't say she has a grand wedding, we'll definitely have to have a grand ceremony and a sedan chair carried by eight people to bring her home."
Liu Fengjiao asked with red eyes, "Yes, then we must let Ruolan marry off in a grand manner."
When Mrs. Chen heard this, she frowned and had to tell the truth.
"Feng Jiao, this might be a little difficult. Master Fan said that we should pick an auspicious day to send Ruolan directly over.
Liu Fengjiao was startled, her heart aching. "Just sending it over won't work. Isn't that bullying?"
"Yes, that's what I said at the time, but Fan Tong disagreed, saying it was too extravagant and wasteful, and it would be better to save the money for Ruolan to take care of herself. I wanted to refuse at the time, but then I thought it was a good idea. Having money in hand will make me feel less worried. Saving a hundred or so taels of silver will also leave me with money to honor you in the future."
In order to avoid unnecessary trouble, Old Mrs. Chen had to make up nonsense.
Old man Chen, who had been silent the whole time, was terrified after hearing what he said. This old woman was too good at making up stories. The third son's wife was smarter than a monkey and had more tricks than a sieve. How could she believe these words that could fool a fool?
But now that the words were out of his mouth, in order to make Liu Fengjiao believe it, he could no longer remain mute and force himself to talk nonsense.
"Yes, Fengjiao, Master Fan also said that after Ruolan is married, we will be real relatives. If there is anything that embarrasses me in the future, just ask him and he will never refuse.
Listen, what they said is very nice, so we should not be too picky, just choose a good day to send Ruolan there.
Liu Fengjiao believed it without a doubt. The anger in her eyes disappeared. A slight smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and her words softened.
"I didn't expect Fan Tong to be so thoughtful. Since he's so considerate of Ruolan, then as her mother-in-law, I won't pay much attention to these etiquettes."
When Old Mrs. Chen saw that she agreed, she was very happy. She thought that the third son and his wife would throw a tantrum, cry and make a fuss, and blame her as their mother after knowing the truth. She didn't expect that it could be handled so easily.
The stone in the heart of old man Chen finally fell to the ground. He raised his hand to wipe the cold sweat from his forehead. He was secretly glad that the third daughter-in-law was confused for once. It was really the blessing of the Bodhisattva.
He glanced at Liu Fengjiao and coughed lightly, "Since everyone agrees, let's quickly choose a good day and send Ruolan over."
"Yes, yes, you are right, old man."
Old Mrs. Chen was worried that the longer she stayed awake, the more trouble she would have. If Fan Tong died, it would be the end of her life. This matter had to be resolved as quickly as possible.
Having made up her mind, she pretended to count on her fingers and looked at Chen Zhancai and his wife in surprise.
"Oh, tomorrow is the only auspicious day this month. Other days are not suitable for weddings or funerals. Can you guys see if tomorrow is okay?"
Chen Zhancai didn't want to delay it too long. After all, it would be bad if this matter got out. He nodded and agreed.
"Everything should be done sooner rather than later. Since tomorrow is an auspicious day, then...
"Wait a minute."
Before he could finish his words, Liu Fengjiao raised her hand to stop him.
"There's no rush for this."
Chen Zhancai was stunned, "Wife, what do you mean?"
"Feng Jiao, this matter cannot be delayed." Old Mrs. Chen thought she was going to regret it, and her heart was instantly in her throat.
"As the saying goes, a woman's fortune depends on her wedding day, and a man's fortune depends on his birth date. Tomorrow is a golden day. If you miss this opportunity, you won't be able to find it again. For Ruolan's future well-being, you can't delay it."
"Don't be impatient, everything needs to be done slowly."
After Liu Fengjiao finished speaking, she paused for a moment, then suddenly changed the subject and her tone became serious.
"Mother, how much do you think Mr. Fan gave us as a betrothal gift?"
Old Mrs. Chen's heart tightened. "Feng Jiao, didn't I tell you everything? Two hundred and fifty taels. I'll tell you what I want to tell you. I didn't make any dirty money behind your back. If you don't believe me, ask your father."
Old Man Chen also hurriedly explained, "Your mother is right. A silver note and a silver ingot are both stuffed in her trouser leg!"
Liu Fengjiao smiled faintly, "Dad, Mom, why are you so nervous? How could I not believe you!"
After he said that, he glanced at Chen Zhancai and gave him a wink.
Chen Zhancai understood what his wife meant immediately.
The daughter-in-law asked him to ask for the 250 taels of silver as a betrothal gift.
Although his parents were very kind to them, they spent almost all the money in the family on him.
But as the saying goes, family is family and money is money. If I don't take the money out, it would be a bit unbearable.
Money feels most secure when it is in your own pocket.
Besides, Ruolan is his biological daughter, so the betrothal gifts should be kept by him.
Thinking of this, he no longer had any concerns and took over the conversation.
"Mother, you see, Fengjiao and I only have one daughter, Ruolan. Whether she will have a good life in the future, none of us can guarantee it. So, we can't touch Ruolan's betrothal money. Fengjiao must keep it!"
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