Today is the Xiao family, the home turf of the Xiao Mansion. As the host, Xiao Hechuan cannot participate in this poetry gathering. Otherwise, everyone would be very focused, wanting to get the jade pendant that carries the luck of the Imperial College. Then, once Xiao Hechuan, the dark horse, makes a move, wouldn't it be a foregone conclusion that he will win?
Believe it or not, if he said he wanted to participate, everyone at the scene would be disappointed?
"Brother Xiao, you are the host today, you can't still compete with us, right?" At this time, someone couldn't help but start to test him.
Xiao Hechuan smiled knowingly when he heard this:
"You guys have fun today, I'll just watch!"
When he said this, everyone felt relieved.
Qi Xiuyuan was the first to speak out:
"Since Xiao Yixing is not participating, I will not be polite to you. Today's prize belongs to me."
"Brother Qi, you are so arrogant. We won't agree to that. It's still unknown who will win!"
Seeing this, Lu Yao carefully tugged at Qi Xiuyuan's sleeve and muttered beside him:
"Brother Qi, you are already in the top ten in Jiazitang, so please don't compete with me for it. I think I am the one who needs this yellow jade pendant the most."
Lu Yao felt that his talent was indeed not as good as theirs, so he also wanted to take advantage of the good omen of the yellow jade pendant, but he was not confident and felt that he would definitely lose.
"That won't do. Let's forget about the food and drinks. Today, I want to do some serious work. I won't let you off easily. So, you better take care of yourself first!"
Qi Xiuyuan felt that he was incredibly strong when he got serious.
Lu Yao was rejected and felt a little distressed, so he looked at Xiao Hechuan who was watching the show on the side and winked at him. Xiao Hechuan knew what he meant at a glance and thought that he was looking for help outside the venue.
However, Xiao Hechuan also played an impartial and just attitude, pretending he didn't see it.
Lu Yao hadn't even started yet, but he had already let himself down halfway. It seemed that the important thing today was to participate.
Once the atmosphere of the poetry gathering got going, all the guests came to watch. They all benefited from the Xiao family, otherwise they would not be able to watch such occasions even if they wanted to.
The atmosphere today is really lively, and the Xiao Mansion is extremely bustling.
Mr. Zhongyun gave the students a topic for poetry and they answered it at their own will. Jiang Sui prepared writing brushes, ink, paper and inkstone for them. Every time they wrote a poem, there was thunderous applause.
Liang Cuicui and her brother Liang Ming squeezed into the crowd to watch the fun. Liang Ming had always wanted to be admitted to Baiyun Academy. Now, looking at so many students wearing Baiyun Academy student uniforms, and seeing them reciting poems confidently, longing appeared in his eyes.
Yuan Ge'er also came with his sister to join in the fun, but the two children were too small and could not see anything from standing at the back.
In the end, I could only play with a few children of similar age from my neighbors.
Madam Song came to the Xiao residence early in the morning and has been actively looking for work to do. She has never been idle and helped Jiang Sui. After all, it was not convenient for Zhou. There were many people around today and she was afraid of getting bumped into. She simply stayed in her room and quietly embroidered swaddling clothes for the two babies who were about to be born with Aunt Jinxiu.
The aunt who took care of her was named Jinxiu. Given her age, she was neither old nor young, and her qualifications made her qualified to be called an aunt.
Seeing that everything was managed in an orderly manner by her daughter-in-law, Xiao's mother didn't need to worry about anything at all, so she talked with Liang's grandmother and asked her how to arrange the marriage of her two children in the future.
Grandma Liang said that there was no need to make it too lively, just invite relatives and friends from both sides to have a drink and follow the normal process. After all, her family was not a wealthy one, so there was no need to make a big fuss.
They gave some betrothal gifts and her family also prepared a dowry. Anyway, the marriage certificate had to be written. After all, Cuicui was still a virgin and this would only happen once in her life, so she had to celebrate it happily.
As for the days, there is no need to watch too closely, because Xiao Yi has already told Liang Cuicui and the Liang family about his elder brother's situation, and hopes to be behind his elder brother.
But Grandma Liang had also said before that although there was no rush for a few months or half a year, it was not good to wait too long. It would be better to get Xiao Qin's matter done as soon as possible.
Mother Xiao understood all of this and had a general idea in her mind. It would be easy for her eldest son to talk to them, and they would make the decision. As long as the other party was Madam Song, it would mainly depend on what Madam Song meant. She could do whatever she wanted, as long as the other party was willing.
When she found a free time, Xiao's mother called Madam Song and Xiao Qin together separately, wanting to ask about their marriage.
She was also forthright and didn’t mince words:
"Wan'er, Xiao Qin, I just discussed the marriage of the third brother and Cuicui with the grandmother of the Liang family. They said that they are not in a hurry for the next three to five months, but it is not good to let Cuicui wait too long. After all, she is 19 years old and should be anxious. However, the third brother is concerned about your eldest brother's lifelong event and does not want to rush ahead of you. We all see the affection between the two of you, so today I want to ask what you think.
Especially you, Wan'er, your opinion is the most important. Your aunt is not the kind of person who is unreasonable, unkind, and takes advantage of others. It is a blessing for our Xiao Qin that you are willing to follow him. Anyway, our house is big enough now. Don't think about moving out and living alone. It would be great if our family can live together in a lively manner.
Everyone in the family gets along well. Wan'er, you know that there will be no more troubles such as sisters-in-law getting along, sisters-in-law not getting along, or mother-in-law fighting. I treat my daughters-in-law equally, and you will get what you deserve. As for Xuxu, I like her from the bottom of my heart, and I will definitely treat her as my own granddaughter in the future. But don't think that I am forcing you. It's up to you whether you agree or not. You can think about it slowly. When you have thought it through, you can discuss it with Xiao Qin and then tell your aunt!"
Madam Song's full name is Song Wan. After Xiao Qin and her expressed their feelings to each other, Xiao's mother no longer called her Madam Song, but called her Wan'er. Jiang Sui and the others also changed to calling her Sister Song.
After Xiao's mother said these heartfelt words, Song Wan's face turned red and her heart felt warm. She and Xiao Qin looked at each other.
At the beginning, the two of them discussed saving money and moving out to live alone in the future. Now that Xiao's mother said so, it seems they have to discuss it again.
"Aunt, I know that you are all good people. I saw it when I was in town. You are a family that accumulates good deeds and will be blessed. Later, on the way to escape, I also knew more clearly that it was my good fortune and luck that allowed me to meet you and live a prosperous life today. In the most difficult times, it was thanks to your help.
Therefore, I naturally believe that I will be able to live a comfortable life if I marry Xiao Qin in the future."
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