From summer to autumn.
Now Aunt Wang has been neglected in the mansion, seeing that several months have passed, no matter how careful they are to please her, the old lady and Jin Yi are still lazy to pay attention to her, and they toss and turn every night without sleep, constantly thinking about how to turn over. On the Qixi Festival, the female family members of the mansion were begging for cleverness. When Wang Yiniang saw that Renlan was very graceful, and that she was quite skilled at threading needles and threads, she suddenly took it into consideration.
In Hedong, there is a big family with the surname of Wang, who originally had nothing to do with the Jin family, but Wang Ningxue contacted the Wang family through a distant relative two years ago, and recognized a lukewarm relative. The Hedong Wang family has a direct descendant named Wang Pu, who won the crown last year. I heard that his parents are looking for a candidate for his family. Wang Ningxue thought to herself, if she could arrange this marriage, she would have a face in front of the two families, and as Wang Pu's nominally distant aunt and brother Renlan's roommate, with such dual identities, she was afraid that she would never again. Are you being despised by this mansion
So, Wang Ningxue first found someone to write a letter and sent it to Hedong. After getting a reply, she couldn't help but resigned with a full belly of reconsideration and went to the old lady's house.
The old lady didn't like to see Aunt Wang recently, but she still looked at her and asked her patiently why she was here.
Aunt Wang's face was full of shame and sincerity, and she slowly said: "The old lady asked me to meditate in the room before, and I dare not go out. In addition to self-examination every day, I am copying scriptures for the old lady, for the father and Yan'er. Pray for good luck. It's been cold recently, and I'm really worried, so come and see, don't be angry, old lady, it's not worth it for me."
"Since you're here, you've seen it, and you know I'm fine, so go back."
Concubine Wang said, "If it's for my own thoughts, I'll go back here. But I've come here because I'm entrusted by someone, and I have to tell the old lady about something."
Seeing Concubine Wang's expression, the old lady asked Qingfeng to lead a group of maids and old ladies to retreat first.
"Okay, let's hurry up if you have something to say."
Aunt Wang got up and walked over to the old lady, told about the intention to climb relatives in Hedong, and asked the old lady what she meant.
The old lady didn't speak for a long time, and then she said, "I know about this, don't spread it out, and reply after I discuss it with Renlan's father and brother."
When Concubine Wang heard the words, she knew that the old lady was also a little moved, so she smiled and retired with satisfaction.
The next day, the old lady sat and carried the sedan chair to her eldest ovary.
"Mother? Why did you come in person?" Jin Xingyuan, who was lying in bed, saw the old lady, and hurriedly propped himself up to sit up.
The old lady pressed him down and said warmly, "Mothers, don't do this. I came here to discuss with you about the marriage of girl Xia Lan. She is also old now, and she will marry in a year or two. People. Now is the time to decide people."
Jin Xingyuan said: "My son is sick in bed, and he doesn't know anything about the outside world. Mother and Chang borrow, help me find it."
The old lady said: "Ningxue came to me yesterday and said that the Hedong Wang family intends to marry us. They are a big family, and Wang Pu, who was interested in Lan girl, also took the jinshi exam last year, so he is worthy of his family background. What do you mean?"
Jin Xingyuan gasped, but asked repeatedly, "Then Wang Pu, how are his parents? Are there any brothers and sisters? Are they in harmony? What about Wang Pu himself?"
The old lady said: "I have heard some news about that family. The Wang family has a good reputation in the Hedong area. Last year, Wang Pu came to visit me when he went to Beijing to take the exam. He looked like a well-informed child. However, it is not easy to make a conclusion based on the words of outsiders and one-sided relationship, we still have to inquire more."
Jin Xingyuan said: "Since my mother is so concerned, I have nothing to worry about. My son is like this now, and Mother Lan's marriage has to be handled by her mother, which is really unfilial."
The old lady stroked the back of her son's hand, shook her head and said, "What are you talking about! You are my son, she is my granddaughter, I don't take care of you, but who? I don’t know if she will be able to adapt. But she has been alone in our family for more than ten years, and it may be good to go to a lively place. Well, I haven’t written a word yet, I’d better find out the Wang family first.”
There was a smile on Jin Xingyuan's pale face, "As long as Lan girl is married well, I will feel at ease." Over the years, he has been living with a sick body with limited mobility, except that he doesn't want the old lady to suffer from the white-haired man sending the black-haired man. In addition to the grief, he was unable to rest assured about his only flesh and blood.
The old lady understood his thoughts, got up and left before saying: "You can rest assured, Lan girl is a good child, being a grandmother will definitely make her marry well. You are fine too, waiting for the day Lan girl gets married. , the groom and the bride will kowtow to you!"
After Jin Yi came back from the yamen that day, he was invited by the old lady. Still discussing about Renlan, the old lady asked him to help and inquire. People with different identities start from different channels and may see different faces. The old lady hopes to hear the information as detailed and true as possible. Jin Yi understood what the old lady meant and promised to pay more attention.
The grandfather and grandson talked for a while, and Jin Li went to Fangmanting.
Before falling asleep at night, Fu Ming asked Jin Yi, "I'm going to the old lady's place today, but it's for the girl Lan?"
Jin Yi was quite surprised and said, "How did you know?"
Fu Ming said, "Don't be alarmed, this news has not been leaked. It's just that I watched the movements of the mansion in the past few days and made a guess."
Jin Yi remembered that this man was often unpredictable, and smiled and praised: "Ye Xin is really smart."
Fu Ming also smiled, "Let me guess, this person is the one from the Hedong Wang Clan who passed the Jinshi examination last year?"
Jin Yi reached out and tapped the corner of Fu Ming's mouth with a smile, and replied, "It's him."
"What do you think, daddy?"
"The old lady asked me to inquire about it. If the family and the person themselves are really good, they might as well end the marriage."
Fu Ming was silent for a moment before he said: "Marriage is the order of the parents and the matchmaker's word. But, it's Sister Renlan, the old lady and Master Jin who are going to marry. Don't you plan to ask her what she thinks? "
Jin Yi asked rhetorically, "How do you ask? How will Sister Renlan respond?"
Fu Ming was silent for a moment, struggled a few times in his heart, and finally said, "Do you still remember last year's Mid-Autumn Festival night?"
Jin Yi paused for a while before replying, "Remember."
Fu Mingdao: "At that time, when I was out with sister Renlan, I met a good friend. To be honest, that friend was quite affectionate to sister Renlan, and he also asked me not long ago to talk to my grandfather. I thought that Sister Renlan was still young, and the family wouldn't get her engaged so soon, so they wouldn't have time to talk about it in the future."
Jin Yi asked, "That friend of yours? Tao Yang? Someone from the Emperor Tao's family?"
Fu Mingdao: "It's him. In terms of background, he is naturally inferior to Wang Pu. But brother Lexu is a friend I have known for many years, and I completely trust him. Master Tao and Madam Tao are both decent and kind people. Although he is a businessman, he does not lose his character. Brother Le Xu is sincere to Sister Renlan. I think that if Sister Renlan has a good impression of him, he can be a perfect person and achieve a beautiful thing."
After Jin Yi heard the words, after thinking for a long time, he said, "Since that's the case, you can ask Renlan a little euphemistically. As for the old lady, I'll find a chance to talk about it. In the end, it depends on what the two of them mean. I Although he is an elder brother, in the end, he is separated by a layer, so he should not be the master."
Fu Ming smiled and said, "I understand. I don't blame me for being nosy. I'm willing to help. It's already very good."
Jin Yi hugged Fu Ming and said, "Why would I blame you for this? It would be good for someone you trust to come. We all hope that Sister Lelan will have a good life in the future, and it should be more conscientious."
Fu Ming raised his hand and stroked Jin Yi's face, which was softer than in the daytime, in the hazy night. He thought that he used to think that this man was cold and hard like a stone, but it turned out that he was so warm and warm inside.
Jin Yi could see the joy and affection in Fu Ming's eyes, but he felt his heart throbbing, his chest warmed, and he couldn't help kissing the person in his arms.
Without further ado, Fu Ming chose a time to invite Ren Lan to Fangmanting to enjoy the autumn scenery.
After drinking a cup of autumn dew tea, Ren Lan asked Fu Ming, "Brother Ming, is there anything you want to do with me?"
Fu Ming smiled and said, "My little sister is a straightforward person behind the door. I have no taboos and speak bluntly."
Ren Lan said, "What's the matter? Brother Ming, but it's okay to talk."
Fu Ming asked her, "Do you still like the clothes your sister wears these past few seasons?"
Ren Lan replied, "I like the ones that Brother Ming asked someone to give me."
Fu Mingdao: "Those were not specially prepared by me for my sister, they were given to you by someone with a heart. Of course, I also know that my sister insisted on no merit and no salary, and the money was paid. However, the money is limited, and it can't be worth it after all. People are in a good mood.”
After hearing Xiange, Ren Lan knew what Fu Ming meant. She lowered her head slightly and lowered her voice slightly, and asked, "The person that Brother Ming said was the one I saw last year?"
Fu Mingdao: "Exactly. My sister has been aware of it in the past few months. In many aspects, my brother is not as diligent as my friend. If my sister thinks this is acceptable, then we will be generous. If my sister doesn't feel right about his feelings, I'll go and make it clear to him, and I won't do this again in the future."
After Fu Ming finished speaking, Ren Lan knew in her heart what he really wanted to ask. Looking back a year ago, the memory of that person is still as clear as yesterday. He smiled, he looked at himself in a daze, and he carried the lamp to show the way for himself... And later, those thoughts that were always there, although through the name of Fu Ming's friend , but over time, she gradually realized that she was not only dazzled, but that someone was treating her quietly. Thinking of this, Ren Lan simply didn't look up, so as not to let Fu Ming see the redness on her face and the shyness in her eyes, after a long time, a smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she slowly raised her head and said, "Brother Ming thinks he is good. , let's remember this affection. In the future, there will always be a time to repay."
Fu Ming smiled and nodded, "I know. My sister, don't worry, I've only asked you about this matter. What should my sister do? You don't have to feel uncomfortable or think about it."
Ren Lan nodded, "Yes. Brother Ming treats me well, I know it in my heart."
Fu Ming raised his hand and poured another cup of tea for her, "Brothers should treat their own sisters in the same way. It's just that I didn't have close brothers or sisters before, and I have always been inadequate in this way. of."
Ren Lan took the tea, drank it slowly and smiled, "Brother Ming is sincere and considerate towards others. Since you came, there has been a lot of anger in this mansion. Let's not talk about it, eldest brother, Yan'er and I are the happiest. ."
Hearing this, Fu Ming felt a little warm in his heart, and his eyes became more and more gentle. Seeing it, Ren Lan said, "Blessed is the big brother."
Fu Ming smiled and said, "You have to praise me a few times when I see you, but I want to see how many words my sister has left to say!"
Ren Lan also smiled, "That's the case, Brother Ming, just wait. We are a family, so naturally we will see each other in our whole life, and there will be times when I will praise you to the fullest!"
The two talked and laughed again, Ren Lan drank good tea, ate delicious snacks, and exchanged new tricks with Xiang Lan before leaving.
After confirming Renlan's intention, Fu Ming told Jin Yi about it.
Jin Yi asked people about Tao Yang again, and after half a month, he slowly told the old lady the news about Wang Pu and Tao Yang's favorite Renlan.
The old lady listened to Jin Yi's words, but only said, "I know what you mean, let me think about it."
Jin Yi knew that there was no urgency in this matter, so he didn't ask any more questions.
The old lady didn't mention the matter, and said other things: "Chengyan is almost twenty. The Zhou family's post has already arrived in my hands, and the birthday banquet will be held on the tenth day of next month. You and Brother Ming are familiar with him, congratulations to you both. Go get ready."
Jin Yi agreed and left to go to Fangmanting.