"But you know my family situation. My father has passed away, and I am his only daughter. I want one of my children, regardless of gender, to take my surname. Can your family agree to that?" Hearing him say that, Xi Chun felt relieved. In ancient times, Xi Chun did not have such unrealistic ideas about pursuing so-called love.
Therefore, Xi Chun felt more at ease knowing that such mutual appreciation was beneficial to both parties. Having been in business for so long, she knew that there were no permanent friends in this world, only permanent interests. As long as their interests and goals aligned, they could create even greater profits.
So she also made her own request. If his family could accept it, then she would naturally have no objection. Young Master Fu was one of the most outstanding people she could come into contact with in this era.
As for the idea of marrying into wealth and status, Xichun had no desire for it. Such families would only complicate matters further, so she might as well find a son-in-law who would live with her family and at least listen to her in everything.
"I have no objection to this matter myself, but I will definitely go home and explain it to my parents about what you brought up, so that they won't neglect you because of this. That's not my intention."
Upon hearing this, Fu Changfeng did not immediately agree. Instead, he solemnly decided to go back and discuss it with his parents. Xi Chun naturally had no objections. Even in modern times, some people would disagree with such a statement, let alone in the more conservative ancient times.
"Okay, then you can go back and discuss it. Just give me an answer tomorrow or later. I'll go back and make you some dry rations first."
"Xichun, if my parents agree, will you agree?" Fu Changfeng asked with delight instead of leaving.
"Yes, I actually have feelings for you too, but I'm worried about this. Not every family can accept this, and I don't know what your parents think." Xichun nodded.
"Okay, I'll go right now. Go home and wait for my news." Fu Changfeng ran off under the cover of night.
Xi Chun had thought he wouldn't come again today, and although she was a little uneasy, wondering if things would work out, she prepared all the dry food and the things to sell tomorrow before getting ready to rest.
Knock knock knock.
There was a knock at the door outside the courtyard. Taozi heard it, got up, and looked through the crack in the door. He saw that it was Fu Changfeng outside, so he opened the door.
"Young Master Fu, what brings you here? Are you looking for Sister Xichun?"
“Yes, is your sister Xichun asleep? Then don’t wake her up. Tell her what she mentioned.” Fu Changfeng was about to tell Xichun the result when he saw the door open and Xichun come out dressed.
"Why did you come here so late at night? You have to go out tomorrow, why don't you get some rest earlier?" When Xichun saw him come, she didn't look sad, and she guessed the result.
"Xichun, I've already spoken with my parents, and they've agreed. You wait, I'll come back to propose after I pass the academy exam. You should go to sleep now, I'm going back." Fu Changfeng smiled as he told her the news and then left.
"Sister Xichun, Young Master Fu just said he's coming to propose marriage. Who is he proposing to?" Taozi scratched his head, asking in confusion.
"You're just a child, you don't know any better. If I'm not proposing to your sister Xichun, am I? Go to sleep now. Don't tell anyone else about this before the Fu family proposes marriage, do you hear me?" Aunt Zhang heard the noise outside and came out just in time to hear her son ask this question. She said speechlessly.
"Oh, I see. Hehe, congratulations, Sister Xichun." Taozi realized what she meant as soon as she finished speaking, and then went back to her room with a grin.
"Xichun, I think Young Master Fu is a pretty good person. After this incident, I think his parents will be satisfied with you. You're a good match." Aunt Zhang didn't know the conditions Xichun had proposed, but she still congratulated her.
"Yes, that's what I think too. Aunt Zhang, it's getting late, you should get some rest too."
The next day, Xichun arrived at the Fu family's house with a basket of dry food and chili sauce. Fu Changfeng had been making Zhunian wait for a long time in front of the Fu family's house. When he saw Xichun coming, he excitedly ran in to report.
"Xichun, you're here." Fu Changfeng grinned when he saw Xichun, an expression that made the Fu family members feel uncomfortable.
"Xichun, it's kind of you to prepare so much food. Please come and sit down." When Madam Fu saw Xichun, she warmly invited her to sit down. This time, they didn't need to escort her to the outside of the city. After all, it wasn't the first time they had escorted Fu Changfeng. The couple thought about it and decided to ask two tall guards to go with them.
"Yes, it's rare for Miss Chen to come all this way. Please have dinner with your aunt before you leave. We wanted to thank you, but we've been too busy these past few days and haven't had time to treat you. There's no better time than now, so please have dinner before you leave." Master Fu's expression remained unchanged. Xi Chun had thought that although they had reluctantly agreed, they might not have been very enthusiastic, but that didn't happen.
"Thank you for your kindness, Uncle and Aunt, but I need to leave my stall unattended. I'll have to go back and keep an eye on it after I deliver the goods."
"There's no rush, but if you have time, feel free to come find me anytime. I'll always be home. By the way, I heard from your uncle that you were looking for a shop. Well, our shop has a lease that's about to expire. Since you're renting anyway, why don't you rent ours? The location is right across from where you're currently setting up your stall, which is perfect."
Madam Fu knew that she would feel embarrassed to stay alone, so she didn't insist. Instead, she brought up the matter of renting the shop to her. The original plan was to give it to her directly yesterday as a betrothal gift. However, Changfeng felt that Xichun wasn't that kind of person, and giving it to her like that would make her a little worried. That's why she suggested renting it at the market price, and that once they got engaged, the rent wouldn't need to be paid.
"Really? I was just looking for a shop. If you have a suitable shop to rent, that would be great. There's no need to lower the rent; I know the market rate for that area." When Xichun heard about that location, she immediately thought of a suitable spot across the street. She had inquired about it before, but the lease hadn't expired then.
“Alright, you don’t need to worry about that. I’ll have someone notify you once the area is cleared out,” said Master Fu.
After finishing their discussion, Fu Changfeng prepared to set off. He had many books in his car, which he would study on the road. The ancient imperial examinations were just too arduous.
A few days after Xichun returned home, the Fu family's steward came to find her and said that the shop had been vacated and asked her to take a look at the site. Xichun went in and saw that the shop was indeed very suitable for her current business, and it was not far away, so that all customers could see it easily, which would also help the business.
The shop has two floors. It used to be a restaurant, which was said to be run by the Fu family. Xi Chun had never heard that the restaurant had given up its lease, so it seems that the space was vacated for her.
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