Chapter 439: Madam Shen's Matchmaking
Zhang Juexia was also surprised, wondering what urgent matter Old Madam Shen might have that she wanted to talk to them about.
Did she find out about the house I bought?
Then she shook her head. How could someone of Mrs. Shen's status have the time to pay attention to such trivial matters as theirs?
Could it be that he wants to open a shop with her?
In fact, she wanted Old Madam Shen to be her partner, so that she could legitimately do business in Qingfeng City under the Shen family's name.
But, if you think about it carefully, this kind of thing is impossible.
Based on Madam Shen's financial resources and her current relationship, how could Madam Shen continue to cooperate with her and share her money?
What else could happen?
Zhang Juexia frowned and thought hard, and finally came to the conclusion that it must be that Old Madam Shen disliked her coming to Qingfeng City and did not spend more time with her!
For this reason, it is quite reasonable.
Similarly, Li Yingyue was tossing and turning in the room. She was also thinking, based on her friendship with Old Madam Shen, how could she get Old Madam Shen to specifically instruct her to go to the Shen Mansion with her tomorrow!
Could it be that she had done something bad and the news reached Old Madam Shen's ears?
That's impossible. Although she can't be said to be extremely cautious in her daily work, she also considers the overall situation!
She had already asked someone to investigate these wealthy families in Qingfeng City and specifically instructed the shopkeeper to act with caution.
That night, Zhang Juexia and Li Yingyue were both full of thoughts. When they met the next day, they both saw each other's dark circles under their eyes.
"Didn't you sleep well?"
"Yeah, me too."
Zhang Juexia thought that it seemed a bit impolite for her and Li Yingyue to go to the Shen Mansion with dark circles under their eyes.
She and Li Yingyue put on some simple makeup so that at least they could meet people.
Zhang Juexia was already a familiar face in the Shen Mansion, and meeting Old Madam Shen was a piece of cake for him.
Old Madam Shen had snacks prepared early on. After Zhang Juexia sat down, she signaled the maid to put her favorite snacks in front of her.
After taking care of Zhang Juexia, Madam Shen asked Li Yingyue with a friendly expression, "Yingyue, what kind of snacks do you like?"
Li Yingyue quickly replied respectfully, "Madam Duoduo, my sister and I can just use the same."
"That's fine. I also think these snacks are well made."
After serving them food and drinks, Mrs. Shen asked them with concern what they had been busy with these days. Zhang Juexia did not hide anything and told them about buying a house and wanting to open a shop.
Madam Shen immediately called the housekeeper over and told Zhang Juexia, "If you encounter any difficulties, go to him."
Zhang Juexia smiled and responded, "Thank you, old lady!"
"I'm just thinking about asking you to finish your work quickly so that you can spend more time with me, an old man."
"Yingyue and I have already discussed it. We will do nothing for the next two days and just accompany you."
"You are young and need to do things. How can I, an old woman, hold you back?
Just for today, you guys can keep me company, an old woman. The rest of the time, you guys can do whatever you want."
Old Madam Shen turned around again and deliberately asked about Li Yingyue's age.
Li Yingyue answered truthfully.
Madam Shen looked at Li Yingyue carefully again. "I heard Jue Xia say that your family elders promised you your marriage and let you decide it yourself. I don't know about this matter?"
Li Yingyue nodded quickly, "It is true."
Old Madam Shen sat in the main seat and straightened her expression. "I want to be a matchmaker for you. Are you interested?"
Li Yingyue was slightly stunned. She really didn't expect that Mrs. Shen would care about her marriage.
Zhang Juexia had already stood up from his chair, "Yingyue, this is good news!"
After all, Madam Shen is the matchmaker, so it would be nice if the reputation gets out!
Li Yingyue lowered her head shyly, her face slightly red, and she thanked Mrs. Shen in a low voice.
Madam Shen signaled Zhang Juexia to stop being so impatient and quickly take a seat. "Originally, I should have discussed this matter of marriage with your parents, but since Juexia said that you can make the decision yourself, I think it's better to discuss this matter with you.
After all, I am not the kind of person who follows the ordinary path.
Don't be shy or nervous. Marriage is a big deal and cannot be taken lightly. Let me tell you about this young man's situation first, and then you can make a decision.
If you want to meet him, then you can meet him.
If you don’t have any ideas, just pretend I didn’t say anything.”
Zhang Juexia had been listening attentively, thinking to himself, Mrs. Shen, who was always efficient, was so cautious when talking about matchmaking.
Li Yingyue had been comforted by Madam Shen's words. She raised her head and looked at Madam Shen with a firm look, "I'm sorry to have troubled you with my affairs."
Madam Shen was very satisfied with Li Yingyue's performance. She liked this kind of character that didn't drag things out. "Okay, then I'll tell you about this young man.
This young man's name is Shen Lingchuan, a relative of our Shen family. He passed the imperial examination at a young age and plans to go to Beijing next year to prepare for the imperial examination."
The Shen family, Juren, young, these key words made Zhang Juexia think of the scholar they helped when they entered the city.
She raised her head and made eye contact with Li Yingyue, and Li Yingyue also thought of that person.
Madam Shen didn't notice the eye contact between them and continued, "As for me, when I'm a matchmaker, I can't just say good things about someone and ignore their shortcomings.
Shen Lingchuan's father died when he was a few years old.
My widowed mother is in poor health and is ill all year round.
His old father left him a grocery store and a loyal old servant to help run the store.
With the help of our Shen family, he can study with peace of mind."
When Old Madam Shen said this, she looked up at Li Yingyue and said, "When Chen Lingchuan passed the imperial examination, there was a wealthy family in Qingfeng City who wanted to recruit him as a son-in-law. However, he refused.
His mother has approached me many times, asking me to help him find a wife.
When I thought about it, I thought of you.
As for why I chose you, let me tell you the truth!
I have always heard Xia talk about you and tell you stories, and I feel that you are a capable girl.
He was able to run the family business at such a young age, and he was both brave and resourceful, not the type to do things in secret.
When my second child came back, he specially read Shen Lingchuan's article.
He said that if there were no accidents, Shen Lingchuan would be able to pass the palace examination next year.
Chen Lingchuan's family background is too weak, and he doesn't want to marry a noblewoman from the capital, so after much thought, I thought of you. "
Li Yingyue was frightened by Madam Shen's words and didn't know how to respond.
The families her parents found for her were basically those who could help their family business.
Let alone a juren, there isn't even a single scholar!
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