Matchmaker Wang smiled, held up three fingers, and said proudly, "He's been studying for three whole years! You'd be hard-pressed to find someone with that level of education in our area, even with a lantern."
Wang Xiaolan's lips curled up slightly when she heard her say this, revealing a faint smile. She replied softly, "The conditions you mentioned are indeed quite good. However, our daughter Zhaodi has only studied for thirteen years. Compared with the second son of the Li family, I'm afraid there is still some gap. So, I think you should go to another family to find a more suitable girl."
When Matchmaker Wang heard this, she felt as if someone had poured a bucket of cold water on her. Her eyes widened in disbelief. She had never expected the other party to reject her so directly, and even said it in such a harsh way.
Seeing this, the other matchmakers also showed their impatience. They urged Matchmaker Wang to leave quickly.
One of the matchmakers even said bluntly, "Hurry up! The conditions you mentioned are simply as numerous as cattle hair in our village. You say it's hard to find even with a lantern. In our village, you don't even need to use a lantern to look for them. You can just sweep with a broom and sweep out a dustpan. Don't dawdle any longer, hurry up and leave. Don't waste our time!"
Matchmaker Wang glanced at the people around her with disdain, muttering, "Hmph, what's there to be proud of? People who want to propose marriage to Blacksmith Li are lining up, waiting for me to match them up! I don't care about this family! She's just a flower, I won't do anything for her!" While cursing, she pushed away the people in her way with force, and like an angry old bull, she rushed out of the crowd.
Suddenly, a noisy discussion broke out in the crowd. Someone shouted, "I think this matchmaker Wang is completely blind! Even when making a match, you should consider the other person's educational level. How can someone who hasn't even graduated from elementary school be compared to a college student? This is obviously nonsense!"
Then, another person chimed in, "That's right! This matchmaker Wang is so unreliable, she's just randomly matching people up! Isn't she bringing shame to our industry by doing this? Isn't she destroying our jobs?"
Someone echoed: "Yes! That's right."
At this moment, a deep and commanding voice suddenly came from behind the crowd: "Everyone, please stop gathering here and disperse! Zhaodi already has a boyfriend!"
The voice was like a resounding bell, causing a stir in the crowd. People who had gathered together turned their heads to see who was speaking.
As everyone looked over, they saw a tall, imposing man striding towards them. His steps were steady and powerful, each one seeming to land firmly on the ground, revealing an unparalleled confidence and dominance.
Only when he came closer did the matchmakers get a clear look at his face. He had sharp eyebrows, a sharp nose, and well-defined lips. The corners of his mouth were slightly raised, revealing a subtle smile. His skin was a healthy tan, tanned slightly by the sun, making him look even more heroic and elegant.
The crowd turned around and saw a handsome, tall figure appear in front of them.
A neighbor who knew him in the crowd shouted, "He's Director Cheng of our pharmaceutical factory..."
Cheng Gang walked up to Wang Xiaolan and said seriously, "Chairman, please forgive me for being so presumptuous. I've liked Zhaodi for a long time. I didn't have the courage before because I was poor. Now I have the courage because you gave me a job and supported me to go to school and become stronger. I think I am worthy of Zhaodi."
Wang Xiaolan stared at Cheng Gang in front of her, and a trace of admiration welled up in her heart. His resolute gaze and calm demeanor made her appreciate him a little.
Wang Xiaolan smiled slightly and asked, "Since you are so courageous, why don't you ask a matchmaker to come and propose marriage? As you know, it is customary here to ask a matchmaker to propose marriage."
Cheng Gang seemed a little anxious when he heard this question, and hurriedly explained, "I had originally planned to find a matchmaker to propose marriage today. But as soon as I left the house, I heard someone say that several matchmakers had already gone to your house. I was worried that Zhaodi would be snatched away by another family, so in a hurry, I decided to come and propose in person."
He spoke a little too quickly, revealing his inner anxiety and uneasiness. Wang Xiaolan listened quietly, a subtle flash of surprise in her eyes.
Wang Xiaolan couldn't help but laugh when he said that. "Haha, not bad, you have your own ideas. But, will your mother agree to your making the decision on your own to arrange a marriage?"
Cheng Gang quickly explained, "My mom is even more worried than I am! She's also worried that Zhaodi will be snatched away by someone else. So, it was my mom who told me about the matchmaker coming to your house to propose marriage. She asked me to come and talk to you first while she went to find the matchmaker herself. Maybe she's already at the matchmaker's house right now!"
Wang Xiaolan nodded and said, "Please sit here for a while. I don't know if Zhaodi agrees. Please sit here for a while. I'll go in and talk to Zhaodi."
Cheng Gang replied nervously, "Okay, thank you!"
When Wang Xiaolan returned to the room, Zhaodi and her sister were crouching down, watching the situation outside.
When they saw Wang Xiaolan coming in, they said a little embarrassedly: "Sister-in-law, we..."
Wang Xiaolan waved her hand and said, "Zhaodi, you've seen what's happening outside. What do you think of Cheng Gang?"
Zhaodi said, "I think he's okay."
Wang Xiaolan looked at Zhaodi and said earnestly, "This isn't a question of whether it's possible or not, Zhaodi. The key is whether you really like him."
Zhaodi lowered her head shyly and nodded slightly, as if she was a little embarrassed by Wang Xiaolan's question.
Seeing this, Wang Xiaolan smiled slightly and continued, "Since you have already decided on him, your brother and I have no objection. And judging from his performance today, I am quite satisfied with his style of doing things. This shows that he really likes you. Very well, I will go and send the other matchmakers away and only leave Cheng Gang here."
After saying that, Wang Xiaolan stood up and walked quickly to the yard. She stood among the group of matchmakers and said loudly, "Dear matchmakers, please go back first. My daughter Zhaodi already has someone in her heart, so please don't bother with me. Thank you all for your concern!"
The matchmakers, upon hearing this, felt like deflated balloons, their hearts pounding with displeasure. They had been hoping to secure this marriage and pocket the matchmaking fee, but who could have imagined that Cheng Yaojin would suddenly appear and ruin their plans? With things now at a standstill, they could only shake their heads in frustration and leave in disgrace.
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