Chapter 93 Comfort
Even so, many people still say behind his back that he is not worthy of the position.
Even though the two had hardly ever met, Zhao Yuanqi harbored an inexplicable hatred for Xiao Jue.
His hand holding the chopsticks tightened little by little as he clenched his molars and stared at Xie Qingran: "Qingran, you really know how to choose a husband."
"Marriage is a major life event, and it has always been decided by parents and matchmakers. Whoever my family wants me to marry, I will naturally marry. How could I make my own decisions?" Xie Qingran smiled faintly.
She put down her chopsticks, stood up and bowed: "Father, Mother, I'm full. Please continue eating. I still have a lot of dowry to embroider, so I'll head back now."
"Go back quickly and embroider properly!"
Xie Yankang nodded, granting her permission to leave.
The main point is that Xie Yankang could tell that if Xie Qingran didn't leave soon, the atmosphere at the dinner table would become even more awkward!
"I told you I didn't want her to come, but you insisted!"
"Look at her attitude! She's had a cold face ever since she walked in, as if we all owe her a fortune!"
Xie Zhaoye complained with dissatisfaction.
Xie Hanyue sighed helplessly, then said softly, "Sister is definitely not targeting you. I know sister hates me. Whenever I'm around, sister can never smile."
"Moon, what are you saying? What does this have to do with you?"
"I don't think Xie Qingran is like a member of the Xie family at all. She always has a gloomy face. I don't know what's wrong with her or what she's thinking."
"This is utterly absurd!"
Xie Zhaoye immediately defended Xie Hanyue, looking at her with a face full of heartache.
"Alright, shut up. Is it going to kill you to say one less word?" Xie Yankang gave Xie Zhaoye a disapproving look.
The marriage between these two families is about to begin. If things get chaotic and unruly at this point, it would be incredibly embarrassing.
Xie Hanyue tugged at Xie Zhaoye's sleeve and whispered, "Yes, brother, don't say so much. Look, Father is unhappy. You have to drink another cup to apologize to Father!"
"Yes, it's all my fault. I won't say anything more, okay?" Xie Zhaoye immediately agreed, raised his wine glass, and drank it all in one gulp.
Even though Xie Qingran was already walking out, she could still clearly hear the discussions about her inside, as well as Xie Zhaoye's rejection of her.
In fact, in her previous life, Xie Qingran always thought that she was a member of the Xie family and that she was a member of this family. But now, Xie Qingran realized that these people did not acknowledge her existence at all.
Even Xie Zhaoye would think that having the same blood as her would be a disgrace.
However, Xie Qingran is no longer saddened by these things; she doesn't even care about them anymore.
"Miss, this young master has gone too far! How could he say such a thing?"
"And the Second Miss, all she knows is stirring up trouble and spreading rumors, how despicable!"
Baozhu helped Xie Qingran walk back. After hearing these words, she felt indignant and started venting her anger as soon as she returned to Rose Garden.
Seeing her puffed-up face, Xie Qingran was both amused and exasperated. In desperation, she could only say, "Can't you change your mouth a little?"
"It can't be changed!"
"Young Miss, I have some good news for you. The young master has asked the Prime Minister's wife to propose marriage to him."
"The Prime Minister's wife is such a noble person. She personally came to propose marriage, which is a great honor for the Xie family."
Baozhu stared excitedly at Xie Qingran, hoping she would be happy because of this good news.
Unfortunately, Xie Qingran remained indifferent.
However, Xie Qingran was also somewhat surprised. She had originally thought that the wedding would be simple, but she never expected that Xiao Jue would care so much about this matter.
After thinking for a moment, she still said, "Then we should prepare well so as not to lose face."
"Miss, the young master's actions clearly show that he cares about you. Aren't you happy, Miss?"
"This prince has you in his heart. If you marry him, your life will be easier."
As Baozhu spoke, she lowered her eyes and looked at Xie Qingran with a hint of heartache.
Her daughter is the best girl in the world. If it weren't for family favoritism, how could she possibly marry a disabled man?
Even if he is the heir of the Duke of Zhenguo's mansion, so what? In Baozhu's eyes, he is still not good enough for such a fine young lady!
Xie Qingran pinched Baozhu's cheek and said, "Silly girl, you have to rely on yourself to make a living, how can you rely on a man?"
"But Miss, once you marry him, you'll belong to the heir apparent, and you'll spend your whole life in the Duke's mansion."
"Could it be that you have some other ideas?"
For a moment, Baozhu was somewhat confused about what Xie Qingran meant by those words.
Xie Qingran didn't explain further; she simply lowered her head and continued reading the book in her hands.
"Miss, is that General Zhao? He's even more handsome than I imagined, even more handsome than the rumors say!"
"He's so handsome, a real prodigy!"
Baozhu then sat down at Xie Qingran's feet, looking at her with a grin, and began to swoon.
Seeing this, Xie Qingran was at a loss for words, not knowing whether to laugh or cry.
"You only care about looks?"
Baozhu couldn't help but nod.
"Once that face appeared, you really couldn't see anything else."
Sure enough, little girls are easily swayed by colors.
However, Xie Qingran didn't say much. It was just a young girl's blind worship of the general, and there was no need to take it too seriously.
Throughout the day, Xie Hanyue couldn't find anything to criticize Xie Qingran, nor did she see Xie Qingran's anger or sadness, so she felt a lot of resentment all day.
After returning to his Begonia Garden, he grabbed a maidservant and pinched her several times to vent his anger.
The little girl had no idea what she had done wrong. Tears streamed down her face, but she dared not cry out loud.
Seeing this, Zhu Yan hurriedly brought over Xie Hanyue's favorite tea, kicked the little girl, and said irritably, "What are you crying for? Get out of here!"
"Second Miss, please don't be angry."
"General Zhao brought you a lot of rare things. There are many things that I've never seen before. I'm just waiting for the Second Miss to show us the world and broaden our horizons."
Zhu Yan looked at Xie Hanyue with a smile and gently comforted her.
"Yeah?"
Xie Hanyue was still somewhat unhappy and gave a cold snort.
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