The next day, the weather was perfect; it was a sunny day.
The Jiang family's old house became lively early on. The third grandfather and the eldest grandfather from the clan came over, as well as some of Jiang's father's brothers.
"Oh dear, I almost missed it. My sister-in-law is really something, not even sending someone to inform me of such an important matter."
As soon as Mu Yi'an and her group entered the old house, they heard their aunt's voice behind them.
"Why are you back? Isn't the shop busy?"
When Jiang's mother saw her sister-in-law walking in while talking, she was surprised that she actually believed it.
"No matter how busy the shop is, nothing is more important than my niece's engagement, right? Sister-in-law, I've heard that Jiang Qi's marriage is very good. Doctor Chu is quite famous in the county."
Aunt Jiang overheard her neighbor talking about it by chance. She said that the second daughter-in-law of the Fan family who had divorced was engaged again, and the man was Dr. Chu from Yuanshengtang Medical Clinic in the county. He was a renowned gynecologist.
Isn't that Jiang Qi, the second daughter-in-law who divorced from the Fan family? Aunt Jiang's mind was filled with longing, unsure whether this was true or not.
Aunt Jiang sent her servants to inquire, and it turned out that Jiang Qi was indeed engaged to Doctor Chu, and the date for the betrothal had been set.
Thinking of my elder brother's son, Shuyun, who is now studying at Bailu Academy, and who is expected to pass the imperial examination soon. Shuyun's wife is buying estates and selling shops in the county town, and she is becoming quite successful.
Now, Jiang Qi has found a good husband, a renowned gynecologist who returned from the prefectural city—no ordinary doctor.
Aunt Jiang's mind was racing with calculations; she knew exactly what to do.
"We didn't plan on having a big celebration at home; it'll just be with relatives and neighbors from the village. We were worried you'd be too busy with your shop, so we thought it wouldn't be too late for you to come once the wedding date is set."
What could Jiang's mother say? Although she had some complaints about her sister-in-law, she couldn't say it out loud, since they would still have to keep in touch in the future.
Moreover, after Jiang Lan marries into the Zhou family, she will need her aunt to take care of her.
No matter how angry or disappointed parents are, they would never easily give up on their children.
Aunt Jiang came with the intention of making friends, and her sister-in-law offered her a way out, so she accepted.
"Sister-in-law, you're too kind. We're blood relatives. What does it matter if the shop is closed for a few days?"
Aunt Jiang chatted and laughed as she followed Jiang's mother into the house.
Mu Yi'an admired Aunt Jiang quite a bit; her methods of gathering information were truly impressive.
"Second sister-in-law, has your aunt arrived?"
"Yes, I just arrived."
"The voice sounds like it, but our parents haven't sent any news either?"
Li Qiuniang also admired her aunt. She used to look down on them, but now she's all over them.
No, that's not right either. The people my aunt was eager to date weren't them, but my second brother, second sister-in-law, and eldest sister.
“My aunt knows she believes it herself, so let’s not worry about that for now. Let’s hurry up and see if we need any help. The people delivering the betrothal gifts will be here soon.”
The two sisters-in-law hurried to entertain the clansmen. After all, although the Jiang family was not of high social standing and was just a farming household, it was a large and prosperous family.
Before long, at the appointed time, Doctor Chu arrived with his carriage procession.
It really was a horse-drawn carriage team, a line of eight carriages.
The first carriage carried Doctor Chu and his teacher's wife, the next carriage carried Matchmaker Huang and several boxes, and the other carriages were all filled with mahogany boxes.
The caravan must belong to some kind of caravan company; the coachmen, dressed in uniform, looked very energetic.
The matchmaker, Huang, got off the carriage first and greeted the Jiang brothers, who were waiting at the door, introducing who had come from the Chu family.
Upon hearing that Doctor Chu's wife had arrived, Jiang's mother quickly came over to greet her.
The group entered the courtyard in a lively atmosphere, and the Jiang family members and the master chef also began to get busy.
"Shuqi, you guys are responsible for keeping an eye on these carriages and making sure they don't get bumped into."
Mu Yi'an watched the villagers excitedly surrounding the carriage from afar. It was the first time they had ever seen so many carriages, beautiful trunks, and neatly dressed young men...
"Sister-in-law, don't worry, Third Grandfather has also given instructions."
Mu Yi'an strode into the house. Jiang's mother was chatting with Doctor Chu's teacher's wife, and Aunt Jiang was also laughing and talking.
Jiang Qi stood in front of Doctor Chu's wife, who held her hand and praised her.
"Is this Jiang Qi's second sister-in-law?"
As soon as Doctor Chu's wife spoke, everyone in the room turned their gaze to Mu Yi'an.
"Hello, Auntie, I'm Jiang Qi's second sister-in-law. You must be tired from your journey."
"It's not hard work at all. I'm so happy that Nan Sheng has such a good marriage. I can laugh in my sleep."
Dr. Chu's real name is Chu Nansheng, but everyone is used to calling him Dr. Chu.
Doctor Chu's wife also knew something about the Jiang family and knew that the person in front of her was the one who would treat her younger sister-in-law, who had just returned home, kindly.
Mu Yi'an chatted and laughed with them for a while, then excused herself to go see the banquet and went out.
She didn't want to see Sister-in-law Jiang looking so resentful, as if she were obstructing her elder sister-in-law's dignity.
The courtyard was filled with the aroma of vegetables, which was much more pleasant than the sour smell.
Jiang Shuyun is not in the courtyard; she should be in the study entertaining guests.
At the entrance of the courtyard, even more people gathered to watch the spectacle.
You don't even need to listen carefully; all sorts of envious and jealous voices assault your eardrums.
"Tell me, how come Jiang Qi is so lucky? She remarried, and she still managed to marry so well."
"That's right, not to mention that Doctor Chu is handsome and talented, he's also a doctor!"
"Haha... Sister-in-law, you still know those few words, say them all."
"Ugh, I only heard it from my kids."
...
Not only Mu Yi'an heard these words, but Jiang Lan also heard them.
The cartloads of betrothal gifts, though unopened, indicated that there would be a considerable amount, judging from the expression on her father's face when he looked at the list.
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