In fact, Tie Dongrui's whereabouts were unknown, which was just a smokescreen. The news was released to confuse the enemy.
To put on a full show, the old emperor ordered the imperial guards to go to Tie Mansion and seal off Tie Dongrui's courtyard.
The official explanation was that they were looking for something, but privately people were spreading all sorts of rumors.
This was also part of the plan, so the old emperor did not restrict it.
Anyone with a little bit of connections knew that after the Imperial Guards left, the courtyard where Tie Dongrui lived was sealed off, and there was a bright seal on the door.
The Tie family members were panicked and did not dare to go out casually. The rumors outside were too intense and they could not bear it.
As the wedding date was approaching and Tie Dongrui's life or death was uncertain, the Wuxing Earl's Mansion began to think about how to cancel the engagement.
Logically speaking, since the marriage hasn't taken place yet, it should be easy to cancel.
It is human nature to seek benefits and avoid harm, and there is nothing wrong with it.
Although the Tie Mansion was unwilling, they had no say at this time and could only choose to swallow their anger and keep the peace.
A good marriage has come to this point, and no one can do anything but express regret.
However, someone with a solution stepped forward, and that person was the emperor of the time.
At that time, the old emperor didn't know what he was thinking, and he privately summoned Wu Xingbo to play a game of chess with him.
During the chess game of two incense sticks, the old emperor gave explicit, implicit and additional hints, and his words and deeds all revealed a central idea: a man without trust cannot stand.
As a noble, blessed by the royal family, enjoying high office and generous salary, you should set an example and not go back on your word or betray your trust...
The following words were a bit harsh, and Wu Xingbo was so scared that he kept wiping his sweat.
What the old emperor meant was that you have the title of nobility, eat the emperor's food, do nothing to produce, and cannot share the worries of the royal family. What's the use of you then?
To put it bluntly, the royal family, the sons of nobles, and the civil and military officials are all pawns of the emperor.
Life and property, as well as the rise and fall of a family, all depend on the thoughts of those in power.
Wu Xingbo left the palace and hurried to discuss with his father, repeating the emperor's words.
After hearing this, the old man thought for a long time and made a final decision that the engagement could not be cancelled and the wedding date could not be changed.
Even if she had to be sent there to remain a widow, Jiachu had to marry.
As the second daughter of the Bo family, Xu Jiachu has been spoiled since childhood. She was originally depressed about the cancellation of the engagement, and when she learned that she would get married and become a widow, she immediately started to make a fuss.
The old lady came forward and scolded the lady and her ignorant granddaughter.
Since you have enjoyed the family's glory, you should contribute to the family's stability.
Wu Xingbo also tried to persuade her that Tie Dongrui was just missing, and they wanted to see him alive or his body if he was dead. Who said that she would be a widow if she married him?
Xu Jiachu is not a fool, how can he be easily persuaded by the elders?
The Wuxing Marquis's Mansion has no shortage of people who practice martial arts. She is tired of seeing them, so she likes handsome scholars.
Seeing that persuasion was futile, the old lady ordered Xu Jiachu to be taken into custody.
Xu Jiachu knew that this stalemate was not a solution, as her family would definitely tie her up and put her in the bridal sedan.
After pretending to surrender, Xu Jiachu was able to regain his freedom, but he was always accompanied by maids and servants.
As Xu Jiachu's cousin and little follower, Gao Hong naturally has to give advice to his cousin.
If you really don't want to marry him, then find someone else to take his place!
Anyway, young ladies from official families will wear a veil when they go out, and they will also wear a red veil on their wedding day. As for who is under the veil, who knows?
Among Gao Hong’s cronies, there was a think tank named Ye Zheng. He gave a bad idea that replacing a stranger or a maid would definitely not work.
If she wants to change, she has to change to the master of Wuxing Earl's Mansion. That way, even if her identity is exposed after she marries, she will have an excuse to shirk responsibility.
Xu Jiachu thought this plan was feasible and couldn't help but give it an admiring look.
Ye Zheng stared at Miss Xu blankly, as if impressed by her grace.
This pretty boy happened to be the type Xu Jiachu liked. When he stared at her, she couldn't help but glare at him, but her pretty face under the veil was quietly flushed.
Gao Hong could see that there was something interesting between the two of them, but he knew clearly that even if his cousin's marriage fell through, the Wuxing Earl's Mansion would not let her marry a poor scholar.
In other words, there's no hope for these two.
The three of them made a secret plan and selected a replacement bride, who was the third daughter Xu Jiaran, who was born out of wedlock.
The reason is simple: her age is suitable and her physical features are similar to Xu Jiachu's.
With his deliberate plan and the cooperation of Xu Jiachu, it was easy to succeed.
Xu Jiaran "accidentally" fell into a lotus pond in a secluded place. Xu Jiachu shouted for help, and the scholar Ye Zheng who was "passing by" bravely jumped in to save him.
The person was rescued, but the reputation was also damaged. The Wuxing Earl's Mansion was grateful to Ye Xiucai on the surface, but in fact it was very dissatisfied.
Due to their reputation, they could not get rid of Ye Zheng. The only plan now was to wait until the autumn examination. If Ye Zheng became a juren, then it would not be impossible to marry their concubine's daughter to him.
Tie Dongrui and Xu Jiachu's wedding date was set before the autumn examination, and Xu Jiachu behaved very obediently during this period.
Her family thought she had accepted her fate. On the one hand, they were pleased with her tactfulness, but on the other hand, they felt they owed her, so they made extra compensation in terms of dowry.
The wedding was held as scheduled, but the person who was carried into the mansion in a sedan chair carried by eight people was not the second daughter of the Wuxing Earl's family.
Others were unaware of the filthiness of the matter. They only thought that the Wuxing Marquis's Mansion valued friendship and loyalty, kept their words, and honored their promises. For a time, this brought their family a great reputation.
The old uncle and Wu Xingbo were still very satisfied with this situation.
As for the illegitimate daughter who disappeared from the mansion, no one cared at all.
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