Mingjian Manor.
Early this morning, the servants in the villa began to set up decorations.
The steward was also busy. "Hey, this can't be put here," he scolded a servant who was moving orchids.
"Put it over there." The butler pointed, and the man quickly moved it over.
Mingjian Manor has always valued martial arts, but it is not without scholars.
The manor lord Qiu Xinqing's sister was once a chivalrous woman. When she was doing good deeds, she saved a man who would later become her husband. After passing the imperial examination, he did not stay in the court to serve as an official, but instead wandered the world with her.
The two would occasionally return to Mingjian Manor for a short stay, leaving behind some precious flowers and plants.
As Qiu Jiayou stepped out of the training ground, he saw everyone in the manor bustling about. He called out to a servant, "Is there something going on today?"
"Young Master, Madam says we have distinguished guests arriving today and has instructed everyone to make proper preparations."
However, everyone in the manor said that this was actually for the young master's marriage. The servant secretly glanced at Qiu Jiayou, wondering which young lady it would be.
Upon hearing this answer, Qiu Jiayou frowned. How come he didn't know the person who came to visit Mingjian Manor?
He actually had a guess, which his mother had mentioned to him not long ago, but he felt inexplicably resistant.
At this moment, in the front room, Qiu's mother was with her friend, and to the left was her friend's daughter, Sang Yichun.
Qiu's mother and Lian Siruo had not seen each other for many years.
During their teenage years, the two were very good friends, but after getting married, they lived too far apart and gradually lost contact.
"This must be Yichun, just as beautiful as your mother," Qiu's mother praised with a smile, her eyes crinkling.
That's true; Sang Yichun is a beauty with a small reputation in the martial arts world.
However, she is also known for her fiery temper, but with the Sang family behind her, few people dare to offend her.
The Sang family is considered a renowned family of physicians in the martial arts world, and most of its members are doctors with superb medical skills.
However, Sang Yichun had been more interested in martial arts since she was a child, and her father did not stop her.
"Si Ruo, you haven't seen Jia You in a long time, have you?" Qiu's mother asked, affectionately taking Lian Si Ruo's hand.
Lian Siruo smiled. "In my memory, your son is still a child!"
"Cai'er, go and call the young master. Tell him we have a guest."
Sang Yichun pursed her lips. Isn't this just a matchmaking meeting? Why put it so euphemistically?
She knew perfectly well why her mother had brought her to Mingjian Manor.
Sang Yichun thought she was still young and had no worries about getting married. But her mother insisted that she come over.
Seeing Sang Yichun's little tricks, Sang's mother glared at her, signaling her to behave.
Sang's mother always felt that her daughter was wasting her good looks. She had a bright and elegant appearance, but she was always making small mistakes. She was even more mischievous when she was young, and her behavior was more like that of a boy.
Sometimes she wonders if she gave birth to the wrong child.
Compared to her gentle and refined brother, Sang Yichun, the younger sister, is sometimes as mischievous as a child.
Qiu Jiayou also received a message from his mother at this time. He frowned, but still went.
Although Sang Yichun was not happy about her mother's desire to marry her off so quickly, she was still amazed by the man in front of her.
As the male protagonist of this world, Qiu Jiayou's appearance is naturally outstanding.
Tall and elegant, with sword-like eyebrows and bright eyes, his handsome face was both refined and spirited.
"Mother. And who is this?"
The two people were sitting so conspicuously there that it was hard for him not to notice them.
A lady with her daughter appeared, and Qiu Jiayou's heart skipped a beat.
At this moment, Qiu's mother also kindly explained to him, "This is a good friend of mine from before. We haven't been in touch for a long time, so it's no wonder you don't recognize her."
"Come here quickly, this is your Aunt Lian."
Qiu's mother pulled Qiu Jiayou to Lian Siruo's side, "Aunt Lian."
Qiu Jiayou called out, his voice soft, magnetic, and pleasant.
Sang Yichun looked at the man in front of her and felt inexplicably attracted.
"This is your younger sister Yichun," Qiu's mother said with a smile. "Jiayou, you should take her to see the sights of the village during this time."
Qiu Jiayou did not nod in agreement, but only called out "Miss Sang".
His voice suddenly turned cold, devoid of any emotional fluctuation, carrying a resistance that even Qiu Jiayou himself was unaware of.
His gaze didn't even reach Sang Yichun.
The group naturally noticed this change as well.
Madam Qiu winked at the maid beside her, "Si Ruo, it's my fault for not taking good care of her."
"The journey is long, so I have already ordered people to prepare a small courtyard. You and Yichun should rest well first."
Lian Siruo was also a little embarrassed at this moment, and quickly left with her daughter.
Just as Sang Yichun was about to step out of the courtyard, she glanced back and caught a glimpse of the young man's refined profile; he did look quite presentable.
Then she thought of Qiu Jiayou's distant manner earlier, which made it seem like she couldn't wait for this marriage! Humph!
Mrs. Qiu's face darkened, and she asked, "What did you mean just now?"
I had mentioned the marriage to him before, and he had agreed then. But now he's giving me a cold shoulder when we meet.
It wouldn't matter if it were anyone else, but it just so happens to be a childhood friend.
Given their friendship, she didn't want to end up making enemies instead of getting married.
Qiu Jiayou was also at a loss. "Mother, I don't want to get married right now."
As soon as he walked in, Qiu Jiayou saw the two unfamiliar people in the room and knew that this was a matchmaking event his mother had prepared for him.
Suddenly, a scene flashed through my mind.
The girl who lifted her veil was stunningly beautiful, and she looked at him with a smile in her eyes.
The two were so close that Qiu Jiayou could even see himself reflected in the girl's eyes.
This is presented from his perspective.
Was he married before?
Qiu Jiayou was also lost in confusion at this moment.
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