Chapter 321 Good Marriage
Dou Chuncao’s grandson?
The empress dowager was stunned for a moment before she realized that this was referring to Cheng Shu, the son of General Lin's adopted son.
The Cheng family father and son have been in the spotlight recently.
Although the Queen Mother was in the palace, she also heard about the excitement outside the palace. She quickly realized the reason why Emperor Tai'an did this. Si Lang wanted to use General Lin's adopted son Cheng Zhiyuan and match Wan'er with Cheng Shu to tie Cheng Zhiyuan's heart.
At this moment, the Queen Mother inexplicably wanted to laugh.
If she were to ask herself, matching Chuncao's daughter Lin Wanqing with Cheng Zhiyuan would probably be more effective than matching someone of a younger generation.
When Lin was young, the Empress Dowager interacted frequently with the old lady, and her sharp eyes could clearly see into the thoughts of children. Later, when Lin insisted on marrying Wen Rugui, the Empress Dowager secretly cursed her for being possessed.
Sure enough, it turned out that he was right.
"Mother, what do you think?" Seeing the empress dowager pondering, Emperor Tai'an asked again with a smile.
The Queen Mother smiled, her well-maintained hands stroking a pair of small walnuts. "I have some impression of that young man Cheng Shu. He is indeed a good person..."
Emperor Tai'an waited quietly for the Empress Dowager's "but".
"However, when it comes to forming a relationship between two families, it's best to test the waters first. Your Majesty also knows that the old lady of the Lin family is a stubborn person who would rather break than bend."
"Of course. That's why I came to ask you, Queen Mother, to let Madam Lin know of my enthusiasm."
The Queen Mother paused playing with the walnut.
It seems that Silang is very determined to make this marriage happen. This sentence is to tell the General's Mansion that this marriage must take place.
Emperor Tai'an's eyes passed over the empress dowager's hand holding the walnut, and the corner of his mouth raised slightly.
He had no interest in being a matchmaker. Once he had an idea, it was naturally for checks and balances and interests. In the post-war period when the treasury was empty, Cheng Zhiyuan was extremely important. Whether he was willing or not, this marriage had to be completed.
"Your Majesty, please wait for news." The Queen Mother said with a smile.
"Over at the Weiwu Marquis' Mansion—"
"My niece-in-law asked me to find a suitable marriage for Wan'er. Cheng Shu is a good match, and they are only too happy."
"Then I'll trouble you, Mother."
After Emperor Tai'an left, the empress dowager summoned the wife of Marquis Weiwu into the palace.
Although Kou Jiao and Kou Wan had both entered the palace to accompany the Empress Dowager, the Marquis of Weiwu's wife had only been there a few times. The reason was simple: the Empress Dowager did not like her niece's personality.
The wife of Marquis Weiwu was suddenly summoned by the Queen Mother, and she was inevitably excited and said a lot of caring and flattering words.
The Queen Mother listened calmly and asked, "Wan'er is not young anymore. Have you started looking for a husband?"
The wife of the Marquis of Weiwu hurriedly said, "The Queen Mother has good taste. I would like you to check Wan'er's marriage."
"That's perfect. I have a good candidate. Let me tell you about it."
Upon hearing that it was Cheng Shu, Lady Weiwu was first surprised, then delighted, her lips curled up so much she couldn't suppress it: "The Queen Mother really loves Wan'er the most."
Cheng Zhiyuan's son, Cheng Shu, was a popular prospect for many families looking to marry off their daughters. He was a guaranteed rich son-in-law. She had been tempted by him, but she had already agreed to ask the Empress Dowager for her opinion on Wan'er's marriage, so she couldn't make her own decision.
Unexpectedly, the Queen Mother had the same idea as her.
The wife of Marquis Weiwu returned to the mansion in great joy and called Kou Wan, who had returned from the palace today, to her side.
Unlike Princess Yi'an Kou Jiao who lived in the palace all year round, Kou Wan, who was favored by the empress dowager, spent most of her time at home, and only stayed in the palace for three to five days at most each time.
"My mother is looking for me." Kou Wan's expression was indifferent, and her tone was even more indifferent.
The wife of the Marquis of Weiwu was not at all concerned. She smiled and grabbed her daughter's hand: "Just say that you are a lucky person. The Queen Mother has chosen an excellent marriage for you."
Kou Wan's expression suddenly changed: "Propose marriage to me?"
The wife of the Marquis of Weiwu was taken aback by her reaction: "Why are you so surprised? Isn't it time for you to discuss marriage at your age?"
This news was like a bucket of ice water pouring down on Kou Wan's head. She took a deep breath to control her emotions, bit her lip and asked, "Who are you talking about..."
Of course she knew that she was old enough to get married, but when she was told so suddenly that a husband had been chosen for her, she had no idea what he looked like, what his personality was like, or what his family background was.
Soon she would be living with a complete stranger, and this change frightened her, not to mention... she had a mother like this.
"Aren't you on good terms with the second daughter of the Lin family in the General's Mansion? The person I'm talking to you about is Cheng Shu, the grandson of the old lady of the Lin family."
"The Lin family?" Kou Wan's eyes widened in disbelief. "Mother, did you hear correctly?"
"How could I have heard this wrong? You've been in frequent contact with Lin Hao, so you should have met her brother, right? Although Cheng Shu isn't the grandson of the old lady of the Lin family, his father is about to be promoted, and his wealth is even greater..."
Kou Wan didn't listen to what the wife of Marquis Wuning said next. Her mind was filled with thoughts about marrying Ah Hao's brother.
Ah Hao is the kindest and most capable woman she has ever met. Although she has little contact with Cheng Shu, he is Ah Hao's brother!
Compared to marrying a complete stranger, Kou Wan actually felt lucky.
Seeing Kou Wan's dazed look, the Marquis of Wuning's wife warned her in a deep voice, "After all, the Queen Mother chose the person. Don't be like those willful people who want to choose for yourself. Marriage is a matter of parents' orders and matchmaker's words..."
Lady Wuning's mouth was dry as she spoke, and she poked her daughter: "Did you hear that?"
Kou Wan nodded: "I understand."
The wife of Marquis Wuning hadn't seen her little daughter so well-behaved in a long time, and she felt a little uneasy for a moment: "So you have no objection?"
Kou Wan smiled and said, "Didn't Mother say that the Queen Mother chose the person, and even if she has objections, she can't change it, so why not accept it happily?"
She had at least seen what he looked like, and had heard Ah Hao casually mention her brother's temperament, not to mention that the elders of the Lin family were easy to get along with. If she really had to change to a family that was completely in the dark, she would have no place to cry.
The wife of Marquis Wuning was overjoyed: "No wonder the Queen Mother likes you, Wan'er is so sensible..."
Kou Wan raised the corner of her mouth sarcastically.
The empress dowager quickly invited the old lady into the palace to talk. After some greetings, she tactfully revealed Emperor Tai'an's intentions.
"The second young lady from the Marquis of Weiwu's Mansion?" The old lady had been thinking about this before entering the palace. The Empress Dowager suddenly announced that her entry into the palace might be related to the marriage of Zhiyuan and his son.
It's not that she's particularly quick-witted, it's just that these are the things that have been bothering her lately.
Fortunately, it’s not a marriage proposal for Zhiyuan!
The old lady's first reaction was relief, and then she realized that the second young lady of the Weiwu Marquis' Mansion was Kou Wan, who often interacted with Ah Hao.
The old lady didn't understand Kou Wan, but she understood her granddaughter. She knew that the girl who was good friends with Ah Hao must be right.
The Queen Mother was still thinking of giving the old lady some advice. This was the will of the Emperor, and there was no room for refusal. Then she saw the old lady nodding with a smile on her face: "I didn't expect that my grandson would have such a blessing. I thank him in advance."
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