Jiang Segu watched as Third Master Jiang was being beaten with a feather duster by Second Aunt Jiang, yet he still maintained an upright and unyielding demeanor. For the first time, she felt that her father was somewhat simple-minded.
Upon seeing Jiang Segu arrive, Old Madam Jiang finally spoke up to stop them, "Stop! I thought you two were just kids! You start fighting over a little disagreement! What kind of behavior is this for the younger generation to see!"
Zhou's mother quickly led people forward to separate the two.
Jiang Ergu was furious and finally threw the feather duster in her hand at Jiang Sanye.
When Jiang Sanye saw his daughter arrive, he avoided the feather duster and tidied his appearance.
Seeing the two separated, Jiang Segu stepped forward and bowed to each of the three. Then he walked to Old Madam Jiang's side and said nothing more.
"It seems this meal is going to be unpleasant anyway, Second Sister, go back to your own courtyard to eat! As for Third Brother, if you're here for a meal, you can stay. If you're not, wait until I've finished eating before you come, so as not to disturb this old woman's appetite!"
Second Aunt Jiang glared at Third Master Jiang before bowing to Old Madam Jiang and saying, "Mother, please enjoy your meal. I will take my leave now and come to serve you again tomorrow!"
Before leaving, he stopped in front of Third Master Jiang, snorted coldly, and then walked away, flicking his handkerchief.
Third Master Jiang didn't even glance at Second Aunt Jiang. He looked at Jiang Segu standing next to Old Madam Jiang with an inscrutable expression, and finally said, "I'll come to bother you again after Mother has finished her meal!"
This means they still want to see Old Madam Jiang.
Jiang Segu curtsied and saw Jiang Sanye off, wondering to himself: What did Father want to see Grandmother about that he had to come back so late?
Just then, I heard Old Madam Jiang's voice.
"Aunt Zhou, it looks like the third son was badly beaten. Could you send some medicine over and tell Siyuan and the others to apply it to him?"
Mrs. Zhou responded and left.
Madam Jiang then asked Jiang Segu, "Why are you here at this hour? Have you eaten yet?"
Jiang Segu shook his head and honestly confessed, "Grandmother, actually, Azi has something to ask Father!"
Old Madam Jiang said irritably, "You heartless people, not one of you cares about this old woman! You all come here either to seek refuge, to cause trouble, or to look for someone!"
Who is being referred to as "seeking refuge"?
Who is being referred to as "causing trouble"?
Jiang Segu was puzzled, but he didn't want to delve into it further.
She hugged Old Madam Jiang and said coquettishly, "Grandmother, Azi really has something to ask Father..."
"What's the rush? You can't even have a meal with your grandmother?"
Jiang Segu couldn't openly say it was about Jiang San's grandmother, so he could only force a smile and echo the old lady, "If Grandmother doesn't mind Azi's fuss, then Azi will have dinner with Grandmother!"
Seeing that Jiang Segu had barely sat down and seemed distracted.
Madam Jiang brought up the events of yesterday's birthday banquet.
“Yesterday, your grandfather took it upon himself to arrange your marriage to Deputy Commander Gu…”
Jiang Segu stared wide-eyed at Old Madam Jiang.
Didn't he propose to her yesterday?
How did the marriage arrangement come about?
As if understanding her doubts, Madam Jiang continued, "This time, Deputy Commander Gu was awarded the title of Grand General of Pingguo by His Majesty for his meritorious service on the expedition. The imperial edict will be delivered to your residence soon."
When your grandfather heard this, he was naturally eager for you two to get married as soon as possible. That's why he came to me last night to say that he wants to pick a date to set the date for your marriage.
If you weren't so young, he probably would have married you off tomorrow!
As she spoke, she gave Jiang Segu a reproachful look, "Grandmother originally wanted to talk to you about this matter today, but you were nowhere to be seen first thing this morning!"
"Azi went shopping with her older sister!"
She spoke with a blank expression, still somewhat shaken from the shock she had just experienced.
Seeing this, Old Madam Jiang sighed deeply, "If it were up to me, you're still so young, so naturally I don't want you to get married so early!"
However, if Deputy Commander Gu really does become the Grand General of Pingguo, it would be a good marriage for you. Besides, he has no parents, so you won't be mistreated by your mother-in-law after you marry him.
However, Grandma has a question for you: who exactly is the woman next door who often goes in and out wearing green?
"Mother Zhou said, 'He looks so seductive and alluring, he doesn't seem like a respectable person! If he were to have a concubine before marriage, even if he were royalty, Grandmother would absolutely disapprove of the marriage!'"
Jiang Segu blinked her slightly watery eyes, feeling touched. She explained on Gu Songhan's behalf, "That's his future nephew's wife, Grandmother, you don't need to worry!"
"Your prospective niece-in-law is not married yet! It's easy for things to go wrong if you're not married, so you need to be careful! If all else fails, your grandmother will pay for another house for them to move out!"
Seeing the old lady Jiang's protective attitude, Jiang Segu couldn't help but laugh. "Grandmother bought this house with her own money, I won't let anyone else live here!"
"What, do you want to stay far away from your grandmother? It's great to live next door. If he bullies you, just send a message back and your grandmother will come to your door to stand up for you!"
"If you move too far away, Grandma's energy will be completely depleted on the way. Even if she's there to support you, she won't be able to discipline that brat!"
Jiang Segu chuckled at Old Madam Jiang's words, "Grandmother, please stop talking, it's making Azi's stomach hurt!"
Imagining Old Madam Jiang bending over, chasing Gu Songhan around the yard with her cane, Jiang Segu laughed until tears streamed down her face!
Old Madam Jiang glared at her, annoyed. "You heartless little girl, I'm telling you the truth, what are you laughing about! If you don't handle these things properly now, you'll regret it later!"
"Yes, yes, Grandmother is right!"
Jiang Segu suppressed a smile and served Old Madam Jiang a bowl of mung bean porridge. "Grandmother, please have some porridge first, and then we can talk slowly."
Old Madam Jiang gave Jiang Segu a look that said, "You've got a conscience after all." She took the porridge, drank it, and then continued, "Your grandfather persuaded you from all sides before he finally agreed to invite Deputy Commander Gu to come and have a detailed discussion. We have to wait until you come of age to get engaged and then get married next year!"
Tomorrow we're seeing your eldest sister off, so the day after tomorrow, ask Deputy Commander Gu if he's free to come to our residence for dinner that evening.
"No, he probably can't make it!"
"You didn't even ask, how can you be so sure he can't come! Besides, he was so eager to propose to you yesterday..."
"Grandmother, he really can't come!" Jiang Segu hesitated for a moment, but still didn't tell the old lady the truth. He only said, "The Emperor has been busy lately, and he can't be free for a while!"
"Oh, that's perfect. Now I can handle things with your grandfather! Eat up!"
After finishing her dinner, Jiang Segu talked with Old Madam Jiang for more than an hour before leaving Zhaotai Courtyard in a coquettish manner.
Is she really going to marry him?
Just thinking about it made Jiang Segu's joy overflow.
Just then, Qiaohe arrived, her face filled with anxiety. When she saw Jiang Segu, tears welled up in her eyes, and she choked out, "Miss, Third Madam is gone!"
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