On the day Jiang Jiulu returned to her parents' home, she brought Li Jiaojiao's child with her. The child was a year old and was plump, fair, and adorable.
She had made up her mind to treat the child well. He wasn't her son, so he wouldn't fight with her for the inheritance. Giving the child a happy childhood and a good in-laws was nothing to Jiang Jiulu.
She was happy to gain favor with Bai Fujun.
On this day, Xiangli Youming also found an excuse to come. The excuse was very simple: he was related to Xiangli Mingzhu, and of course he should come to his relative's daughter's wedding.
During lunch, Xiangli Youming couldn't sit still. Seeing Yuan Qi standing at the door getting some fresh air, he went over to him.
The two stood together under the corridor. Xiang Liyouming gently tidied Yuan Qilong's clothes to make her warmer, his eyes revealing his anticipation for the future.
Xiangli Youming gently held Yuan Qi's hand and said tenderly, "Your sisters are all married now, so it's time for us to consider arranging our own marriage."
Yuan Qi felt a little uncomfortable; she wasn't used to close contact with others, so she gently withdrew her hand.
She lowered her head slightly, pondered for a moment, and then replied, "In a few more years, um, five years, five years from now, I'll be an adult by then. I also hope to get engaged to you soon, but we need to discuss it together and find a suitable time."
Their eyes met, as if they could see the desires in each other's hearts through each other's eyes.
Xiangli Youming smiled and nodded. He took Yuan Qi's hand and pulled her closer to him.
“I understand that your identity is different from ordinary people. As long as you are willing to marry me, I am willing to wait as long as it takes. We are not in a hurry. But I hope that we can settle down as soon as possible so that our love can have a clear future.”
Yuan Qi's eyes sparkled with happiness as she softly said, "Let's wait a little longer, until everything is ready, and then we'll hold a special engagement ceremony."
Xiangli Youming's heart was filled with warmth. He knew that Yuan Qi hoped their engagement ceremony would be perfect and unforgettable.
Xiangli Mingzhu overheard their conversation and couldn't help but feel worried for Xiangli Youming. She felt that Yuan Qi had made Xiangli Youming wait for five years, which was far too long; five years was enough time for many things to change.
So, Xiangli Mingzhu gently walked to Yuan Qi's side and softly advised, "Yuan Qi, look, five years is too long. Why don't you get engaged when you turn fifteen? That way, Youming will feel more at ease." Her eyes were filled with sincerity and concern.
Yuan Qi turned his head and looked at Xiangli Mingzhu, a hint of hesitation on his face. He thought for a moment, then said, "I know you mean well, but I also have my own thoughts. Five years is not a short time, but I hope to mature more during this period and better understand my own feelings. I don't want to make a decision lightly, lest I regret it later."
Xiangli Mingzhu frowned slightly. She could understand Yuan Qi's concerns, but she was still worried that time would change everything. After all, Xiangli Youming was of noble status, and countless women in the capital had tried their best to marry him.
What if the other person changes their mind after such a long time?
Yuan Qi is a Taoist priest. Which young master would be willing to marry a Taoist priest? What if he can't find a wife?
She took Yuan Qi's hand and said, "I understand your thoughts, but time waits for no one. Five years of waiting is also a torment for Youming. You should think it over carefully."
Yuan Qi sensed Xiangli Mingzhu's worry. He nodded and said, "I will consider it seriously. If he changes his mind halfway and wants to marry another woman, then it means we are not destined to be together, and I will not force it."
Xiangli Mingzhu frowned, looking very anxious.
She turned to Yuan Qi with a look of delight and said, "How could you make people wait so long? Aren't you afraid they'll change their minds? You're too carefree!"
Yuan Qi stood to the side, head bowed and silent, seemingly with no intention of changing his mind.
Seeing that Yuan Qi did not respond, Xiangli Mingzhu became even more anxious. She patiently continued, "Do you know that opportunities don't wait for anyone? If you don't cherish them, you'll only let them slip through your fingers." Her tone carried a hint of reproach.
Yuan Qi slightly raised his head, looked at Xiangli Mingzhu, and said softly, "I understand, I will be careful."
Xiangli Mingzhu looked at Yuan Qi and shook her head helplessly. She knew that Yuan Qi still needed time to grow.
Xiangli Youming couldn't help but feel a little disappointed, knowing that Yuan Qi still didn't love him enough.
"Don't rush, I can wait. I believe that one day she will be willing to marry me."
Xiangli Mingzhu glanced at Xiangli Youming, and her anxiety lessened slightly.
Xiangli Youming turned to Yuan Qi and said, "Yuan Qi, you must remember that time is precious to everyone. We must respect other people's time and cherish our own opportunities." Yuan Qi nodded and said firmly, "I understand. I will consider it."
Xiangli Mingzhu looked at Yuan Qi, and her worries gradually subsided.
Five years later.
On that special day, the engagement ceremony between Xiangli Youming and Yuan Qi was grand and solemn.
Xiangli Youming was filled with joy. His heart, which had been hanging in suspense, finally settled down. Xiangli Mu brought all the prominent members of the Xiangli clan to propose marriage. Jiang Zhengqing felt very honored. The engagement ceremony was unprecedented in scale, and all the prominent people in the capital came.
This engagement ceremony was even more grand than the wedding ceremony of an ordinary family.
Not just any family's daughter can marry the next head of the Xiangli family; that would be an unparalleled honor and power, meaning the Jiang family's status would rise to a higher level.
Jiang Zhengqing looked at Yuan Qi with a smile and whispered to her, "Your mother has already been buried in the Jiang family ancestral tomb."
Yuan Qi nodded slightly: "I already knew that."
Jiang Zhengqing said, "I know this has always been a knot in your heart. The elders have seen what you have done for the Jiang family and they all agree to let your mother be buried in the ancestral grave. The elders also agree to let me posthumously recognize your mother as a concubine, and your mother's memorial tablet has been put into the Jiang family ancestral hall. From now on, it is legitimate."
Yuan Qi hummed in agreement: "No matter what, I still want to thank my father."
Xiangli Youming gazed at Yuan Qi's beautiful face, his eyes sparkling with happiness.
Yuan Qi smiled, her eyes revealing her deep affection and commitment to Xiangli Youming.
Xiangli Youming held Yuan Qi's hand tightly, as if he possessed the entire world.
He felt like the happiest man in the world, and their love would be forever captured in this beautiful moment.
People around them offered their blessings, and a joyful atmosphere filled the entire scene.
Xiangli Youming and Yuan Qi nestled together, embracing their future happiness. Their love story will continue, filled with sweetness and warmth.
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