The saying "The hardest thing to repay is the kindness of a beautiful woman" is indeed true.
Just as Youqing was feeling lost and confused amidst the snacks, clothes, and music arrangement, the head manager arrived.
"Master, the Shen family has sent an invitation, saying they want you to attend a flower appreciation banquet."
Youqing didn't care about whether it was a flower appreciation banquet or not, and quickly said, "Give me the invitation, I'll go back to my study to take a look."
As long as one can escape this "battlefield," attending the flower-viewing banquet is not out of the question.
After Youqing left, the three of them looked at each other, none of them willing to concede to the other, rolled their eyes, and left in different directions.
Looking at the scene and the empty space in front of him, the head manager sighed, "Youth is truly wonderful."
Meanwhile, back at the Shen residence, Madam Shen was also busy, saying to the old woman beside her, "This flower viewing banquet has invited many talented young men. The young ladies are coming, so they must dress up beautifully and not be careless."
"Yes, madam."
The main purpose of this flower-viewing banquet was to help find a suitable husband for single men and women of marriageable age. Madam Shen also had her own selfish reasons, such as wanting to find a good husband for her daughter.
She thought Youqing was nice, but it was just a thought and nothing was decided yet. It was good to look at other options and have more choices.
"Young Master You has no elders or family members. Please have someone keep an eye on him."
"Does Madam wish to act as matchmaker for Young Master You?"
"I'd like to have him as my son-in-law, but my father-in-law says he's not the right age. I still want to give it a try, just in case he's willing!"
The old woman had seen Youqing several times. She was good-looking and naturally likable. The old woman also thought she was a good match. The house was also quiet. If she married into the family, she could enjoy a good life.
"This servant also thinks that Young Master You is very good. If he could become a couple with Miss, it would be a wonderful thing."
Madam Shen probably hopes so too!
Shen Yuzhen hadn't asked anyone to announce her arrival, intending to come in and talk to Madam Shen about something. However, she overheard these words at the door and then forgot what she was supposed to say. On her way back, all she could think about was "Young Master You" and "becoming a perfect couple."
"Miss, what happened to your face? It's so red. Are you sick?"
Shen Yuzhen's flushed face startled the maid beside her.
"I'm fine, just a little hot."
Is it a bit hot?
Winter is almost here. Yunnan isn't cold, but it doesn't feel hot either!
After a while, Shen Yuzhen's face wasn't so red anymore, and the maidservant was relieved to see that.
Soon it was time for the flower-viewing banquet at the Shen residence.
On this day, Youqing came with the intention of relaxing. After entering, she was led to a courtyard where many people had already gathered. Judging from their clothes, they were all from wealthy families.
Those people were somewhat surprised when they saw Youqing.
Someone greeted Youqing, and Youqing responded politely.
These people don't understand Youqing. Although they are about the same age as Youqing, they still rely on their families. Youqing is already capable of standing on her own and can sit on equal footing with their fathers and even grandfathers.
So when Youqing sat in the middle of them, they didn't dare to speak loudly for a moment.
Youqing thought these people were very polite, but they didn't talk much and were too reserved, but she didn't know it was because of her.
She was unaware that she had become someone else's "child," because of her, these originally quite outstanding people were often compared to Youqing at home.
People naturally admire those who are better, and they admire Youqing's achievements. It's one thing to respect someone, but it's quite another to be compared to them and feel worthless in comparison.
Therefore, they had rather complicated feelings about Youqing, and at this moment they didn't know how to start a conversation.
The flower-viewing banquet didn't really involve much flower viewing; most people came for socializing. Youqing came to relax. The male and female guests met halfway through the banquet. Of course, with the elders present, it wasn't considered overstepping the bounds.
Youqing was beautiful. Some girls didn't know her, but they were still attracted by her pretty face. After others told them who she was, their eyes darted around her even more intensely.
A small number of girls thought she was a merchant, and although she was good-looking, they didn't think much of her.
However, most people had a good impression of Youqing. Not only did the girls like Youqing, but their mothers were also very satisfied with her.
Sanbo County is only so big, and there are only so many high-ranking officials and nobles. Every lady at home has heard her husband mention Youqing. They already have a good impression of her, and with her neat appearance, she is even more popular with these female elders.
Youqing only realized the nature of the flower-viewing banquet belatedly; she truly didn't know it was a matchmaking event.
She had attended several flower-viewing banquets in the palace, where everyone was exchanging cryptic messages. She never expected that this flower-viewing banquet would turn into a matchmaking event. What was she, a fake man, doing there?
After realizing what had happened, Youqing became even more low-key.
But at this point, it was no longer a problem that she could solve by keeping a low profile; the girls' gazes were burning with intense interest.
When the banquet was about to end, Youqing finally breathed a sigh of relief. What was going on?
It's over, it's finally over. Just as Youqing was about to "escape" quickly, an old woman from Madam Shen's side came over.
"Young Master You, please wait."
Youqing stopped in her tracks: "Is there something you need, Madam Shen?"
"Our lady would like to speak with you, young master. Is it convenient for you?"
She was fine. Shen Jia'an was her business partner and his wife, so Youqing naturally gave her face.
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