Chapter 480 Heartfelt Joy in Autumn
Gu Jingxi said in a gentle tone, "Tell me, what kind of girl do you like? I'll also mention it to Madam tonight and ask her to find one for you according to your requirements."
This question stumped Fang Ce and his friends. In fact, they didn't know what kind of girl they wanted, nor had they ever liked any girl.
Seeing this, Gu Jingxi said earnestly, "Marriage is a major event in one's life. If you only have the idea of getting married because you see that Yu Chuan's marriage is settled, but you don't even know what kind of girl you want, then you should take it slow and think it through before making a decision. Otherwise, what if we arrange a marriage for you and you find out after the wedding that the girl is not what you want?"
Fang Ce replied, "My lord, I don't really have any requests. I just want a wife so that we can be as loving and harmonious as you and your wife in the future."
Gu Jingxi glanced at him: "You still say you have no requirements? For a couple like my wife and me, the requirements are not low. If you don't meet the right person, you can't become a good couple. My wife and I are lucky, but not everyone can be so lucky. Look at those couples who are just getting together. They can't even manage to be respectful to each other."
Afterwards, Gu Jingxi gave them some kind words of advice, which temporarily put aside their sudden idea of getting married. He told them to go back and think carefully about what kind of girl they wanted as a wife, and that he would arrange the marriage for them later, preferring to have none than a bad one.
However, after Gu Jingxi sent them away, Fang Ce and the other two clearly left together, but Zhou Yun made an excuse to turn back along the way.
When Gu Jingxi saw Zhou Yun return, she asked, "Zhou Yun, is there anything else?"
Zhou Yun said directly, "My lord, I am fond of Qingqiu, the lady's maid."
Gu Jingxi was taken aback and frowned, asking, "When I asked you just now, why didn't you say a word, like you were mute? Was it because you were in a hurry to get married, so you just casually mentioned that you liked a girl?"
Zhou Yun shook his head repeatedly, looking embarrassed, and said, "My lord, I was too embarrassed to say it just now because Fang Xuan and Fang Ce were there, but I truly admire Miss Qingqiu."
Gu Jingxi asked with a hint of disbelief, "When did this happen?"
Zhou Yun replied truthfully, "Last year when I went to Huzhou Prefecture, I had some interaction with Miss Qingqiu. After returning to the capital, I couldn't help but pay attention to Miss Qingqiu. I think this is a sign that I like her. Thinking of Yu Chuan and Chan'er, it was also Madam who introduced them, so I asked you for help. Please mention it to Madam."
Hearing this, Gu Jingxi stared at him for a long time. Seeing that he didn't seem to be lying, she believed him and said gently, "You are twenty this year, and it's time for you to get married. It's a good thing that you have someone you like now. I'll mention it to Madam tonight and ask her to ask Qingqiu what she thinks in private. If Qingqiu is interested, we'll arrange your wedding after Yu Chuan and Chan'er get married."
Zhou Yun said gratefully, "Thank you, Lord Marquis."
With one matter settled, Zhou Yun left the study contentedly, but to his surprise, as soon as he opened the door, he saw the Fang brothers, Fang Xuan and Fang Ce, standing there, looking at him with a half-smile.
Zhou Yun: "..."
So, despite all his efforts to hide his secrets, they still found out in the end.
Fang Ce reached out and hooked his arm around Zhou Yun's shoulder, saying with a forced smile, "Zhou Yun, you're really something, hiding it so well. I could tell that Yu Chuan was in love with Chan'er back then, but I couldn't tell at all that you were in love with Qing Qiu. You didn't even show any interest in someone just now."
Zhou Yun replied, "...Don't you already know?"
Fang Ce said sadly, "It took us a lot of effort to find out, and it's a completely different story from you telling me on your own. We're brothers, and you're playing mind games with us. I'm really heartbroken."
Zhou Yun replied, "It's true that we intentionally concealed it. Originally, it was something that was still far from certain, and it wasn't good to let everyone know. I was thinking that if there was a good outcome, I would tell you. If not, then there was no need to mention it. Who would have thought that you would come back to eavesdrop?"
Fang Ce didn't really blame him for hiding it. He pulled him along as they walked and asked, "By the way, how did you come to be in love with Qingqiu?"
Zhou Yun said, "What's wrong with me liking Qingqiu? Qingqiu is smart and quick-witted, calm and composed, and beautiful as a flower. If I can marry Qingqiu, it will be my blessing."
Fang Xuan asked, "Since you are in love with Qingqiu, why don't you go and tell her your feelings?"
Zhou Yun was silent for a while, then said, "I didn't understand why Yu Chuan was so timid before, but I realized it's because whenever I wanted to express my feelings, I never dared to say it in front of the beauty. Since that's the case, let's follow Yu Chuan's example and let Madam act as a matchmaker."
Fang Xuan and Fang Ce understood his timidity after hearing this, but they were also frustrated. Their good brothers who grew up together either had fiancées or sweethearts, so why did they have nothing?
Zhou Yun glanced at them and said, "You don't even have someone you like, and you don't even know what it feels like to like someone. There are some things I'll tell you, but you won't understand. You'll understand when you find someone you like."
Fang Xuan: "..."
Fang Ce: "..."
Why does this sound so familiar? It seems Yu Chuan said something similar not long ago. Who did he learn this from? Why is he so sarcastic? Every word he says is like a knife to the heart.
Fang Ce removed his hand from his shoulder and said, "Let's break off our friendship for three days. I don't want to talk to you or Yu Chuan during these three days."
Zhou Yun: "?"
Fang Xuan didn't say a word, and directly pulled his younger brother away, showing Zhou Yun with his actions that he didn't want to talk to him anymore.
Zhou Yun: "?"
In the evening, Gu Jingxi also told Meng Jinyao about Zhou Yun's feelings for Qingqiu, which surprised Meng Jinyao. However, she also thought that Zhou Yun was a good person, someone she knew well and who had excellent character.
Therefore, the next day, Meng Jinyao privately asked Qingqiu, "Qingqiu, you and I are the same age, and you are already eighteen this year. Have you ever thought about getting married?"
Qingqiu was slightly taken aback, feeling that the madam wouldn't ask her such a serious question in private without a reason. There must be a reason for asking such a question, so she carefully asked back, "Madam, has someone proposed to you to marry me?"
Meng Jinyao smiled and said, "Our Qingqiu is indeed clever. Someone came to the Marquis for help, and the Marquis told me about this matter and asked me to ask for your opinion. You know that person too; he is the Marquis's personal attendant, named Zhou Yun."
Qingqiu was surprised, never expecting that the person was Zhou Yun. She had no interaction with Zhou Yun, and they would only exchange a few polite words when they met. How could Zhou Yun be interested in her?
Seeing that she remained silent, Meng Jinyao continued, "You don't need to worry about anything. If you don't like it, just tell me."
Qingqiu pondered for a while, then shook her head slightly and replied truthfully, "Madam, I was quite surprised that he would take a liking to me. I am also a little confused now."
Meng Jinyao seemed to be thinking about something, and said, "Since that's the case, perhaps you can talk it out. After the conversation, you might know the answer. In any case, I hope you will follow your own heart."
Qingqiu nodded and replied, "This servant understands."
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