At this time, Mr. He was dumbfounded, and Yun Shiqiao was also anxious beside her.
"Our family will not treat Shiqiao badly, and the betrothal gift agreed before will not be less. After we are married, I treat her as my own daughter." Ji's mother smiled lovingly, and talked about the current situation of the family, promising that she would not let Yun Shiqiao be treated badly. Live a hard life.
She was so anxious. On the one hand, Ji Huai was indeed quite old. He had passed eighteen not long ago, and there were several men of the same age with children. Ji's father's health was gradually improving, and he also hoped to see Ji Huai as soon as possible. Start a family.
He was perfunctory and asked Yun Shiqiao to accompany Ji's mother on the pretext of going to Yun Shide.
As a result, as soon as she left, Yun Shiqiao asked Qiao Xin to accompany Ji's mother, and she left in a hurry.
Ji's mother was drinking tea and was in a good mood. She took Qiao Xin's hand and asked her to sit down. She said warmly, "It was not a joke that I said I would recognize you as my goddaughter. I have already discussed it with his father and will wait until the matter between the two of them is settled. , I will talk to your grandmother and aunt about this."
"I am very happy to see your child. Are you willing to be my goddaughter? When you get married, his father and I will also prepare a dowry for you. Although it is not rich, it will not wrong you."
After she gave birth to Ji Huai, she originally wanted to have a daughter again, but her health didn't allow it. Qiao Xin was considerate and sensible. He also knew a little about the situation in the Yun family, so he felt pity for her, so he came up with this idea.
How could Qiao Xin not know Ji’s mother’s plans and intentions? The other party is a kind person. If she is the goddaughter of the Ji family, then Ji's mother will definitely intervene in her marriage and prepare a dowry for her. In the end, she will probably marry into a good family, which is better than the He family who proposed marriage to her. A thousand times better.
It was obviously a huge surprise, but she couldn't be happy.
The person she most wanted to marry was marrying someone else.
"Brother Huai, do you agree?" Qiao Xin asked in a low voice. In fact, what she wanted to ask was whether Yun Shiqiao would agree. She was afraid that Ji's mother would be embarrassed, but Yun Shiqiao was not planning to marry Ji Huai, and she didn't know. She would think of any way to regret her marriage, and she was also afraid that Ji Huai's reputation would be damaged.
"His child is very talkative and gets along well with you. He should be willing to do it." Ji's mother was not worried and said lovingly to her, "As long as you are willing."
Hearing this, Qiao Xin's red lips rose slightly. He was indeed easy to get along with and was very kind to her.
The other end.
Yun Shiqiao had already put down her cruel words, "There is absolutely no way that I will marry Ji Huai. What's the use of a prosperous business selling steamed buns? Is it possible that I will sell steamed buns with him in the future? He is just a cook who makes steamed buns. After marrying her, Just like Qiao Xin went to help, kneading dough, making fire and fetching water."
"I might as well just die."
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She made a fuss and cursed at the same time, degrading Ji Huai and the Ji family to nothing, with a look of contempt and a mocking tone.
"But it has been decided for a long time. Now that you want to regret your marriage, where will your reputation go?" Yun Shide was pacing back and forth, also very anxious.
"Of course we can't ruin our reputation. Our Shiqiao will marry the county prince's young master in the future. If we ruin our reputation, what will others think of us in the future? If we want to ruin our reputation, we can only ruin Ji Huai's reputation." That's what He said at the moment. explain.
"How can you get a bad reputation when someone asks for marriage?" Yun Shide looked at He with a sullen face, "Should I agree now or not? You put it nicely."
"You come forward and delay, say something nice, and find a good excuse. Xiao Hao hasn't learned the craft yet, and the shop has been closed down. He needs to open it as soon as possible so that he can support his daughter." Mr. He abandoned the stall. Yun Shide.
"Can't delay." Yun Shiqiao was anxious and her eyes averted.
When the two of them saw this, there was definitely something going on.
When pressed, he was so angry that he burst into smoke.
Yun Shiqiao is pregnant, and the child's father is the young master of the county magistrate's family. Now, the issue of breaking off the engagement with the Ji family must be resolved quickly.
Angry and angry, the young master said that he would go back to discuss with his mother and gave her a token of love. If she married, they would also enjoy the blessings. The in-laws of the officials could walk around the town.
No matter what, it's better than the Ji family's downfall.
How to break off the engagement
Yun Shiqiao thought of a bad move, "Now that the Ji family's business is good, we definitely can't spend it with money. Doesn't Qiao Xin often go to the Ji family to help? Then let her go again. When the time comes, she will be said to be secretly communicating with Ji Huai If we spread the word everywhere, we can break off the engagement openly and openly."
"They still feel sorry for me and can still ask for compensation."
If this continues, both Ji Huai and Qiao Xin will be discredited, but what does that have to do with her
He and Yun Shide looked at each other after hearing this.
After going out, Yun Shide had a good chat with Ji's mother, and even looked at it for a few days. He said he would take it back to Mrs. Yun to have a look, and then make sure.
Of course Ji's mother had no objection and said she would wait for news from them before making preparations.
After sending Ji's mother away, He was still greedy and didn't want Qiao Xin to help immediately, so she asked Yunhao to help for two days, and warned: "You must come back from school soon, otherwise you won't have the chance to go. The store has been booked for you. The manpower has been found for you and it will be opened next month."
Yunhao promised with all his heart, and he felt a little light-headed when he thought that he would be able to open a shop soon and make money while lying down.
After arriving at the restaurant the next day, Ji Huai could not hide his arrogance when talking to him, "I won't be coming in two days, but my mother said that our inn is not very busy, so let Qiao Xin come and help you. She If you can do something, just do whatever you want."
"Brother Huai, I have already mastered everything you taught me. Can you teach me your new crystal bag in these two days? If I can't finish learning it, I will always have regrets."
The crystal bun is made of six kinds of vegetarian vegetables, eggs and shredded chicken. It is crystal clear and is snapped up as soon as it comes out of the pot. Many wealthy families come to order it and have it delivered to their homes. The price is not low, and ordinary people are reluctant to buy it, but it is very delicious. .
"I have worked hard on you during this period. Since you are not here, you have to learn everything. I will teach you everything. You can make it yourself if you want to eat in the future." Ji Huai did not become suspicious, but said this.
"Okay." Yunhao was extremely happy, and his eyes were even more proud.
Ji Huai turned his back to him, a hint of ridicule flashed in his eyes, and he started his movements slowly.
Yun Hao was not a natural at learning crafts. As he listened, his mind wandered, thinking about how he would brag about himself next to Xiao Cui, and how he would show off his power in front of his companions.
What Ji Huai said was inconsistent with what he was holding, and he didn't even notice.
Moreover, it is too easy to trick him. One or two steps are missing, the heat and recipe are not in place, and the result is completely different.
Ji Huai is not in a hurry at all. What should be anxious now is the Yun family and Yun Shiqiao. The Ji family has not fallen in this life. According to the time point, Yun Shiqiao and the young master have hooked up and are pregnant. .
All he had to do was stand still, and the Yun family would be in disarray.
If he had expected that when Yun Hao didn't come, someone would try their best to push Qiao Xin here, he could guess what Yun Shiqiao was thinking and refuse immediately.
The excuse he gave was very good: "During this period, our family no longer sells steamed buns. We only deliver them to the house. One person can survive alone without help. The restaurant needs to be reorganized and re-opened. The wedding is coming soon, and we have to prepare a wedding banquet." feast."
If there was nothing to help, what else would Qiao Xin do
The Yun family had no reason to let her go, and Qiao Xin was not a fool. She was very vigilant. If the intention was too obvious, she would definitely have to hide.
Seeing that Yun Shiqiao's fetus was getting older day by day, she had to drag the young master with her. Fortunately, he loved her enough and knew that she was engaged before, so he only waited for her to break off the engagement before he came to propose marriage.
Later, Mr. He thought of a good idea.
They secretly told the Ji family about the day they wanted to marry each other, and were already discussing various details. The Ji family must have spent a lot of money and effort on this wedding.
Then, they asked Yun Shi to pretend to be ill, and the illness was so severe that he was already bedridden. He was afraid that he would have to recover for a long time, and they didn't know whether he could be cured. The wedding date was already set, so naturally he couldn't delay it.
He also said that she had adopted Qiao Xin as her goddaughter, and she was also the daughter of the Yun family. Most outsiders only knew that the Ji family was married to the Yun family, and they didn't know which daughter it was.
In this case, neither side would be in trouble.
This move is far-reaching. The Ji family has spent a lot of money on this wedding. They have just recovered and have not saved much money. They have spent it all. How can they say that it will not end without a knot
The Ji family must want to get married. If they want to get married, they can only marry Qiao Xin. The Ji family will definitely be dissatisfied if Miss Yun family is replaced by a maid. But the Ji family today is only worthy of this. If you try hard to persuade her, most of the time, That’s it.
At that time, Yun Shiqiao's illness will "suddenly" be cured. The Ji family only replaced Yun Shiqiao because of his "illness". It was the Ji family's unkindness and wrongdoing. Even if Yun Shiqiao quickly married into the county magistrate's family Young Master, they couldn't say anything.
When Ji's mother heard this, she was really stunned and quickly brought Ji Huai to visit.
When Ji Huai saw it, he was trying so hard to pretend. He was wrapped in a quilt, his face turned pale, and he was out of breath. He wiped his tears with a handkerchief and said, "We Shiqiao are not that lucky. I don't know if we can still survive." You’ll get through it, and, the doctor said, you’ll have to recuperate after you get through it.”
"This marriage can't happen this year."
Ji's mother is not a heartless person. Although she is anxious, after thinking about it, she sighs and says with relief, "There is no rush. We will discuss the marriage when Shiqiao recovers from her illness. Let's take good care of her health first."
When Yun Shiqiao heard this, she struggled to open her eyes, looked at Ji Huai affectionately in front of the hospital bed, and said with difficulty, "Brother Huai, I'm afraid I won't be able to marry you in this life. I know my body well, and I can't delay you." ."
He stood aside and expressed his plan "with difficulty".
When Ji's mother heard this, her first reaction was naturally reluctance. It wasn't a matter of status. She also had a very good impression of Qiao Xin. It was just that marriage was a big deal, and it couldn't be justified by changing someone midway.
He had prepared a bunch of rhetoric and was ready to say bad things, but unexpectedly Ji Huai agreed on the spot without any hesitation, which made Yun Shiqiao startled.
"You must have thought deeply about this matter. The matter has reached this point and we have no other choice. As long as Miss Qiao is willing, I will accept it." Ji Huai's tone was unhurried and he could not figure out his real thoughts.
"Yes, she is definitely willing," He said quickly.
You have to be willing even if you don’t want to.
Ji Huai didn't say anything else. Ji's mother obviously felt that he was too hasty, but she couldn't bear to say anything and asked Yun Shiqiao a few words of concern before leaving with a worried look on her face.
As soon as the two left, Yun Shiqiao sat up and said through gritted teeth, "Ji Huai must have had some trouble with Qiao Xin privately, and he agreed directly. Where would he put me? Okay, you're so mad at me!" "
She originally thought that Ji Huai should be the first to object. After all, that man still had feelings for her. He wanted to marry her immediately before, but now he gave up on the spot, leaving her holding her breath in her chest. .
It felt like she was trying every possible means to get rid of Ji Huai, but in the end, he dumped her halfway.
It tastes bad.
"Perhaps his father is ill and can't afford it. Isn't this better? Are you happy that he won't let go?" Ms. He comforted her, "Since you agree, let them do it. You can marry Xu as soon as possible." Home."
Yun Shiqiao was still unhappy.
He asked again, "Xu Hao really promised to marry you? Now you are pregnant. If you regret it, it will be over."
Xu Hao is the young master of the county prince.
"Seriously." Speaking of Xu Hao, Yun Shiqiao was confident and confident, "He knew that I was engaged at that time, so what about the engagement? He is the one I like. He said that he never cares about this. I want He will give me anything, and when I break off the engagement, he will go home and discuss with my mother about marrying me, and will never wrong me."
"He treats me very well, I believe that."
She said it with certainty, without any doubt.
The temptation was too great. Although He was worried, she didn't think it was unrealistic. She nodded, "That's good."
A distant relative of her natal family, a niece from a peasant family, married into the magistrate's family as a legitimate wife, and now enjoys endless wealth and splendor.
Her daughter had a good birth and was pregnant with a child. She was the youngest son of a county magistrate, so she could still get married.
While the two were talking, Qiao Xin brought the medicine. Yun Shiqiao immediately pretended to be sick and leaned on the bedside weakly, still covered with a thick quilt.
He put the medicine aside and told Qiao Xin about asking her to marry him instead.
Qiao Xin's eyes widened. She had never thought of it like this, nor was she happy. She was just shocked and sudden.
If Ji Huai disagreed, Yun Shiqiao could still coax him and try to persuade Qiao Xin, but his approach made her angry. Facing Qiao Xin, she said sarcastically, "You should thank me, if It's not that I'm sick, you have no father or mother, and a family like the Ji family will not ask to marry you."
"You got a big deal."
She said it like a reward, but Qiao Xin didn't show any gratitude. She said expressionlessly, "I won't marry."
Yun Shiqiao suddenly fell ill. She didn't want to get married in the first place, and she didn't know what she had in mind. If the marriage was reversed, the Ji family's reputation would be ruined.
As soon as she said she didn't want to marry, Yun Shiqiao scolded her. She already regarded herself as the Xu family's daughter-in-law. She was unceremonious, "Don't be ignorant! If you don't want to marry, don't blame my mother for finding a bad in-law for you."
"If you don't want to get married, you can take the initiative to terminate the engagement with the Ji family." Qiao Xin left without saying a word. This was the first time she was so adamant.
The Yun family took the initiative to terminate the engagement, which was the best for Ji Huai. She took over, and regardless of what the Yun family had in mind, he might not be willing to marry her. Moreover, she felt that she was not worthy of him and was unwilling to occupy him. Location.
"Mother! Look at her." Yun Shiqiao had already regarded Qiao Xin as his servant, relying on their food to survive, and there was no room for resistance.
He's face also turned dark.
Qiao Xin's life was not easy after that. He reminded her from time to time that today another lady proposed to marry her demented son and said that she liked her. Tomorrow she said that a distant nephew of hers was only lame, but he was a good-looking person. , loyal, honest and hard-working, you can also marry.
This is all telling her that if she doesn't marry, the people she will become in the future will be worse than a fool or a cripple!
The pressure in Qiao Xin's heart increased dramatically. In the dead of night, she secretly went to the lake and burst into tears.
It is said that her father met her mother by this lake. The two fell in love at first sight and made a private marriage by the lake. Later, her father went to the Yun family to ask for marriage and successfully married her mother.
According to my grandmother, the day we met was the Lantern Festival, and the lakeside was filled with lotus lanterns.
When she was in a bad mood, she would always come to the lake, enjoy the breeze, and think about her father and her mother who worked hard to give birth to her. No matter how tired she was, she had to survive.
"So unwilling to marry me?"
Qiao Xin was initially startled. After hearing the familiar voice, her expression became slightly confused. She hurriedly lowered her head to wipe her tears and said in a hoarse voice, "Huai, Brother Huai."
Ji Huai stood in front of her, stretched out his hand and handed her a handkerchief, "Here."
She hesitated for a moment, then took it, "Thank you."
There was a gentle breeze at night, and a gust of wind blew by. The lake surface was sparkling, and the moon's soft light fell on the two of them. Ji Huai was wearing a moon-white cotton coat, with his black hair pulled up, looking at the lake, and his gentle voice sounded, "You If you get married, my mother will treat you like a daughter. Although I can't guarantee that you will live in peace and prosperity, the restaurant will reopen and I will ensure that you have no worries about food and clothing."
"Brother Huai, I don't mean that. It's not that I don't want to get married. If there is a sudden change now and Yun Shiqiao is ill, if there are rumors in the future, it will be detrimental to you." She shook her head hurriedly and explained, her voice getting lower and lower. , "Besides, if you can find a better girl, why bother marrying me in a hurry? Marriage is a big deal after all."
Her grandmother told her that she would try her best to fight with Mr. He and find her a relatively better family. It didn't matter if she was in the country. The key was to have someone who was diligent.
Ji Huai turned around and his dark and bright eyes fell on her, "Since it is a big event, I must have thought about it carefully. I knew Yun Shiqiao didn't want to marry, but I didn't care about it. This wedding is not There is no rush, and I will give you what others deserve. Whether or not to spread rumors is not your concern, I have my own considerations. I sincerely seek to marry you, and if you agree to marry me, I will treat you sincerely, no matter what. Heart."
Hearing this, Qiao Xin's heart trembled for a moment, she suddenly raised her head to look at him, directly into his eyes, and froze in place for a long time without regaining consciousness.
At this time, Ji Huai raised his hand, put his palm on her head, smiled softly, and then coaxed slowly, "If you marry me, I will buy you a lot of candied haws in the future, and you can eat as many pastries as you like. You don’t have to work, I won’t say anything to you.”
"Whatever you want, I'll do it for you."
His words, which seemed to be a confession, made her cheeks and fair neck turn red, and she clenched her little fists tightly and shrunk.
"Okay?" he asked again in a lower voice.
A gust of wind blew past Qiao Xin's ears. She felt itchy, her heart was numb and soft, she lowered her head and nodded in confusion.
"Now that you have agreed, you can no longer regret it." He raised his lips, took out a jade pendant from his arms, took her hand, and placed it in her palm, "This is the token of love I give you. Safekeeping."
Qiao Xin looked at the jade pendant in her hand. It was transparent and flawless. It should have two halves. He only gave her one half. She raised her head and looked at him again.
He said to her again, "I just want to make sure you are willing to marry. Now that you have agreed, you don't have to worry about anything. Just wait for me to marry you."
Ji Huai said seriously. Qiao Xin was stunned. Her usually bright brain was a little slow at this moment. Why did she hear something wrong
Does he mean that he knew that Yun Shiqiao would not marry, but he still prepared to marry her