Chapter 197: Something Fishy

uld they let go of this good match that was set ten years agoEven if she was wronged, he forced her into the palanquin. She had no other choice but to enter it."The time has come—"Just then, Ning Don...It is day, morning.

On this fifteenth day, the younger generations in the family went to Shou'an Hall to greet Old Madam Gu, creating a joyous and lively atmosphere.

"Elder Madam Gu looked at her eldest daughter-in-law and asked softly, "Eldest Daughter-in-law, regarding the auspicious dates proposed by Duke Wuan's residence earlier, have you and your respective parents come to a decision on the wedding date"

Zhang replied, "Mother, the Wuanbo Mansion has set the wedding date for after the autumn imperial examination, August 25th. The son of Wuanbo will welcome Xuanyi into the family."

She fell silent, then turned to her daughter, whose face was beaming with joy. Her heart ached. The Wuan Marquis's household was complex and fraught with problems; this wasn't a good match at all. But her daughter had plunged headfirst into it, refusing to heed any advice. The Lady Wuan had proposed August 25th.

She felt August 25th was too rushed and wanted to push it to next year, so she'd have more time to properly educate her daughter. She didn't want her daughter to be naive and suffer in the complicated environment of her husband's family. However, her husband held her back and made the final decision, setting the date for August 25th.

Madam Gu nodded in agreement, without objection. She then turned to Mrs. Chen and asked, "Eldest daughter-in-law, what about Xiaoling's wedding date"

Chen said softly, "Mother, Xuan Ling's wedding date is set for the sixth day of October. It hasn't been finalized yet, and I was just about to discuss it with you today. What do you think of this date"

After a moment of contemplation, Madam Gu replied: “The two sisters’ wedding dates are over a month apart, so the time won't be too rushed. It can be set for the sixth day of the tenth lunar month.”

Mrs. Chen replied, "Then the daughter-in-law will return to Liu's family and be sure to be there on October 6th."

Mrs. Gu looked at the two granddaughters who had grown into graceful young women and sighed, "Time flies so fast. In the blink of an eye, the little girl who used to toddle around is now ready for marriage."

Upon hearing this, Gu Xuanying shyly lowered her head, a slight smile playing on the corner of her lips. She was clearly satisfied with the marriage arranged for her by her stepmother.

When Gu Xuyan saw this, she disdainfully curled her lips. She only felt that a maidservant's daughter was just a maidservant's daughter. Her eyes were shallow. Liu Jia Liu was just an official of the National Academy of Studies, a small official. Young Master Liu hadn't entered official service yet. What could he possibly achieve Young Master Liu was a scholar and said that he was ambitious. I ask you, which scholar wouldn't say they were ambitious

Madam Gu suddenly remembered that her grandson hadn't gotten married yet, so she asked again, "Second daughter-in-law, Xiu Hong is seventeen now. Have you found a suitable girl for him"

Then Chen replied, "Mother, Xiu Hong said he wants to wait until he passes the imperial examinations and becomes a scholar before getting married."

Upon hearing this, Old Madam Gu showed a hint of surprise before breaking into a benevolent smile: "It's good that Xiu Hong has such aspirations. He must be confident about this autumn imperial examination. Perhaps next spring he will truly become a jinshi."

Gu Xiuhong hurriedly said, "Grandmother, grandson actually doesn't have much confidence. This autumn imperial examination is just to accumulate some experience."

Mrs. Gu said in a gentle voice, "Don't belittle yourself. I hear that Mr. often praises you. This time, regardless of the outcome, just do your best. If you always feel inadequate, it will affect the final result."

Gu Xiuhong nodded and said, "Yes, Grandmother."

Gu Xiuming listened to their conversation, thinking that his grandmother would mention him later. Unexpectedly, his grandmother steered the topic elsewhere. He felt a little disappointed and knew deep down that what he was doing now wasn't enough. As long as he got on the Qiuwei list this time, his family would truly value him again like they used to.

Everyone says the second brother is talented and the eldest brother is hardworking, but he doesn't think he will be inferior to either of them. This time at the autumn imperial examination, he is 90% sure of success. When the results are announced, it will be clear who is more outstanding.

Came out of Shou'an Tang.ang's love for her daughter was overwhelming, her emotions finally reaching their breaking point. Tears streamed down her face as she knelt before Old Madam Gu, sobbing uncontrollably: "Mother, please...