Chapter 133 Preparing the Dowry
This statement was completely accurate; she truly believed it. Even without mentioning the Xu family's illustrious past, just talking about Xu Hui, who wouldn't praise him as a young talent?
Jiang Wan has always been curious and wanted to see how far Xu Hui, who has no obstacles in his life, can go.
"That's not true. Your cousin's success is related to his academic diligence, but it's also closely related to his teacher."
"Mother, I agree with what you said. Lord Qin is indeed a very capable person, as he was the top scholar in the imperial examination. He is not only capable of being an official, but also a master in teaching students!"
Speaking of Lord Qin, Jiang Wan admired him very much.
Not everyone can rise to a high position by making a new start in middle age. It is true that the emperor paid a huge sum of money to buy horse bones, but the fact that Lord Qin was able to maintain his third-rank official position was entirely due to his own ability.
Mrs. Xu listened to her daughter's admiration and hesitated for a while before asking casually as if chatting.
"Wanjie'er, what do you think of Minister Qin?"
Jiang Huailiang looked at his wife, sensing a hidden meaning in her words. Jiang Wan also blinked, a little surprised.
"Master Qin is a very kind person, very loyal and considerate. Do you even need to ask me this?"
"Well, if..."
Xu had just started talking when she saw that the other children were listening attentively with their ears pricked up, and quickly waved her hand to send them away.
"All three of you, stop standing around here and go pay your respects to Grandpa and Grandma. Tell them we're all going to their yard to eat tonight. I'll ask the kitchen to prepare it."
"No, mother, if you want to continue, I'd like to know."
Jiang Han clung to her sister tightly, causing her mother to poke her forehead in a funny way.
"Children, don't ask questions about adults' affairs. Take your brothers to your grandparents' place and stop trying to join in the fun all day long. You don't act like a lady anymore."
"Humph, you treat me like a child. I'm not a brainless idiot like the third child. Is there anything at home that I shouldn't know?"
"Jiang Lao Er, who are you talking about? I, Jiang Lao San, am famous for my intelligence, don't you know?"
"Very smart, huh? I know.
You two follow me!"
Jiang Han pouted unhappily, and after insulting the third brother, he obediently took his two younger brothers and left.
After driving out those who should be kicked out of the house, the three members of the Jiang family sat together skillfully to discuss matters.
"Wanjie'er, I think you have a good opinion of Mr. Qin. Have you ever considered having more relatives to visit in the future?"
As soon as Xu finished speaking, the brows of the Jiang family father and daughter furrowed. Old Jiang held back his words, and Little Jiang asked.
"Mother, what do you mean?"
"Nothing, just a casual question."
Mrs. Xu still smiled kindly and gently.
"You're getting older and older, and you're almost at marriageable age. Once you marry the King of Qi, you'll be an adult. There are many things you'll need to think carefully about.
Qin Zhenning has a long history with my Xu family. Not to mention the Qin family's heritage, even if it's his own status as a high-ranking official close to the emperor, it's worth it for him to visit more often, isn't it? "
"so what?"
"So, mother was thinking, why don't you take him as your adoptive father? You see, your father is a careless person. Sometimes he may not be able to think things through in front of the emperor. But with Qin Zhenning's help, it should be much better.
Besides, you should be aware of his connection with my sister. Now that he's taken care of you so many times, he can barely be considered an elder, right?"
Jiang Wan lowered his eyes.
I do know what's going on.
Over the years, whenever she encountered problems, Lord Qin would do his utmost to help her. The gifts he gave her during festivals were all very valuable.
As someone who had swum through the vast sea of melodramatic literature, Jiang Wan felt that he was knowledgeable and should have seen through the truth.
But the Buddha said, it cannot be said.
The Xu family's good reputation, my mother's reputation, and my parents' face will not allow some things to be exposed.
"Dad, what do you think?"
"I won't tell you!"
When his daughter asked him about his face, Lao Jiang boldly glared at his wife.
"Why would I, the eldest daughter of the Jiang family, accept that pretty boy as my adoptive father?"
I knew this person would complain, Xu sighed.
"It's not that you have to acknowledge this relative. I just said it casually. If you and your daughter disagree, forget it. Just ignore what I said."
"You clearly said it, how can you pretend you didn't say it? Explain to me now why you're so obsessed with sending my daughter away? Xu Ruoyu, if you can't explain it clearly, I'm going to get angry!"
"What are you shouting for? Turn over and let me see!"
"I, I won't turn it over for now. I'll listen to you."
"What are you talking about? No matter what, I'm the one who took advantage of others. I feel a little guilty, okay?"
Mrs. Xu gave her husband a cold look, then turned to look at her eldest daughter. She moved the corners of her mouth several times before she sighed softly.
"Wanjie'er, although the dowry that your mother prepared for you looks quite a lot, it actually doesn't contain any valuable items that can be passed down to your children.
Most of the items that could be considered as heirlooms were in the hands of aristocratic families, and no one would give them up easily. Even the Crown Princess's possession was filled with great effort from the Min family.
What should you do with your dowry?
The Xu family fell into decline and the Jiang family could not find any of them.
Most of your future sisters-in-law will likely come from aristocratic families. When you compare them, you'll be left behind."
"What does it matter? There's an old saying that a good woman doesn't wear her wedding gown. I'll just do my best in the future. Mom, you don't have to worry about me so much."
"You're just talking nonsense. How can parents not worry about their daughter getting married?"
Mrs. Xu held the child's hand with a gentle look in her eyes.
"Qin Zhenning is also from a prominent family. After his eldest brother passed away, he actually took charge of the Qin family for quite a while. So his connections far surpass ours.
Your cousin sent me a message today, saying that Qin Zhenning has prepared a lot of things for you. But since there's no good reason to send them, I asked your cousin to give you some gifts in the name of the Xu family.
But my mother felt a little embarrassed for taking so many things from others, so she came up with such a foolish idea. Now she thinks it was really wrong and might cause a lot of unnecessary trouble.
"Wanjie, don't take it to heart. Just pretend that I didn't say anything, okay?"
"knew."
Jiang Wan nodded in agreement and unconsciously reached out to touch his ear.
"Actually, there's no need to accept anything from Lord Qin. It's enough to show your appreciation. There's no need for him to spend any extra money. As for the heirloom you mentioned, I can always earn it myself in the future."
I'm such a talented person, you still don't believe in my ability, right, Dad?"
"Um."
Jiang Huailiang didn't know what to say, so he could only nod vaguely.
"Okay, big girl, go to your grandparents first. Your parents will take care of all these trivial matters, so you don't need to worry too much."
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