In the fabric shop, Yuyi didn't want to eavesdrop, especially not on Wen Ling's gossip. She was unlucky today when she went out, and she actually met Miss Wen, the legitimate daughter of the second branch of the Wen family, Wen Xiang.
She had seen the girl next to Wen Xiang, Wen Xiang's cousin, Miss Peng.
Wen Xiang was so angry that she said in a tone full of resentment, "Why? I am also the legitimate daughter of the Wen family. I haven't been engaged yet. Why should I let Wen Ling see me first?"
Miss Peng lowered her eyes, motioned her cousin to keep her voice down, and then asked, "Which family does your uncle have his eyes on?"
Wen Xiang also knew that this matter could not be made public. She was just angry when she saw the material just now, because the color of the material was Wen Ling's favorite. "Yu family, my grandfather and uncle took a fancy to Yu family."
Speaking of this, Wen Xiang's expression became a little unnatural, because she had met the young master of the Yu family.
Miss Peng pinched her handkerchief and asked, "But is it the Yu family in Dingzhou?"
"Yes, I just came to Beijing last year. My grandfather and uncle were attracted by the Yu family's background, and all good things come to the eldest wife."
Yuyi didn't want to listen. She stood at the stairs to the second floor honestly without moving, and held down her sister who was about to move. As for the old women and maids, they had already been pretended to be puppets. Through the gaps, one could see Miss Peng's expression, with amusement in her eyes. It was clear that the Yu family's wealth was not only coveted by the Wen family, but also by the Peng family.
After the two young ladies left, Yuyi brought Yujiao out. Yujiao's eyes rolled around, "Sister, now we know the secret, right?"
Yuyi tapped her sister's forehead and said, "What kind of secret is this? It's normal for people to value the Yu family's background. I just don't know which girl will be chosen in the end."
Yujiao didn't say anything more and turned to look through the fabrics. There was some fabric purchased at home, and out of filial piety, she and the sisters wanted to buy them for their parents themselves.
Yuyi didn't tell her grandmother when she came back. It was none of her business and she didn't want to say anything more.
Instead, Yujiao told her grandmother about it as if it were a new story.
After Zhulan heard this, she said, “There are many people who care about me.”
Yujiao was young and didn't think much about it. She sat there and played for a while before going back. Zhulan was not in a hurry after hearing this. She just wanted to see the Yu family's reaction. The benefits of marrying into the Wen family were too great. She wanted to see if the Yu family really had their heads clear.
After Zhulan talked to Zhou Shuren in the evening, they both agreed with each other. In the morning court sessions of the following few days, Zhou Shuren chatted with Lord Yu as usual.
It was not until the day before the holiday that Zhou Shuren saw Master Wen calling Master Yu after the morning court session. Zhou Shuren nodded to Master Yu and said to Wang Ju, "I sent the visiting card to your house today. I will go to visit you tomorrow when I am on holiday."
Wang Ju kept glancing at Elder Wen and Elder Yu, saying, "My father knows when you're on leave, and he's waiting for you at home."
Zhou Shuren pulled Wang Ju's sleeve and said, "Don't look at it."
Wang Ju lowered her voice and asked, "Does the Wen family want to marry into the Yu family?"
"So obvious?"
"Isn't it obvious?"
Zhou Shuren took a quick look. Lord Yu was very polite, and Old Master Wen was unusually enthusiastic. "The Yu family's background is really eye-catching."
Wang Ju narrowed her eyes, "You are not also interested in the Yu family, are you?"
It is really possible when you think about it. To be honest, it is a good idea for the Yu family and the Zhou family to marry each other. The Zhou family's in-laws will have more stable power.
Zhou Shuren put his hands behind his back and asked, "Guess?"
"ah?"
Zhou Shuren hummed a little tune and left. He was not in a hurry. He just needed to wait for the result. The Yu family had been in Beijing for a year, and now they hadn't even found a school for their son. Being busy was just an excuse. The Yu family used a year to understand the power in the capital and to weigh the gains and losses. With their calmness and solid background, it was no wonder that they were chosen by the emperor.
Mr. Wen's smile was a little stiff. "Your two legitimate sons are not young anymore, aren't you in a hurry?"
Lord Yu, "Men in my family usually get married late. I got married at the age of 22. My eldest son also got married after passing the imperial examination, a year later than me. So there is no rush for my other two legitimate sons."
It is true that some people get married late, but of course there are also some who get married early. The Yu family was under a lot of pressure before they moved to Beijing, so naturally studies were more important.
Of course, there is also the idea of not wanting to delay the girl's marriage, so as to avoid being attacked by rumors if she gets married late.
It was different when they went to Beijing. The Yu family finally went to Beijing again, but there was no rush for their son’s marriage because life in Beijing was too complicated.
The Yu family suffered too much in the previous dynasty. The family tree compiled with blood and tears is so bright red that it glares at the eyes. If they still don't think clearly, the Yu family can be exterminated. This time, the Yu family will only be loyal subjects and will never have anything to do with the Wen family.
Mr. Wen's beard is curled up, which shows that he is lucky. The old man has a high status and is the patriarch of the Wen family. He is used to having everything go his way. The fact that he can't do anything to the Zhou family, which is trusted by the emperor, doesn't mean he likes to be rejected.
Lord Yu did not flinch, but thought in his heart that fortunately not many clansmen came to Beijing. The Yu family had lived too cautiously in recent years and were not afraid of being caught, so they were confident. In addition, the emperor liked to see Chunchen's appearance, so they were even more confident.
In Zhangzhou, the Zhao family was getting ready to set off. Her husband's vacation only lasted a few days, so they had to rush back to the capital.
Liu Feng was reluctant to leave his father-in-law. In the capital, his father-in-law was busy and he didn't have much time to spend with him. This time, his father-in-law followed him everywhere and taught him a lot. Thanks to his father-in-law's advice, he was able to apply for fish cakes and some food, and the pressure on him was instantly relieved a lot.
Yu Shuang also couldn't bear to leave her parents. She felt lonely when she was alone. Her eyes were red when she said goodbye.
Zhao was reluctant to return to Beijing as the New Year was approaching.
Chang Yi was very satisfied with his son-in-law's reliance on him, and said in a gentle tone, "Let's all go back."
Liu Feng greeted them, "Father-in-law and mother-in-law, have a safe journey."
Chang Yi hummed, paused and said: "If you encounter any difficulties, send a letter back to the capital."
Liu Feng straightened up and said, "My son-in-law will remember this."
Yudie and Mingfeng waved goodbye. They were reluctant to leave their sister, but after the carriage had been driving for a while, the reluctance disappeared and only the joy of returning to Beijing remained. They had been staying in the county government office. There was no greenhouse and it was extremely cold. They were almost going crazy staying in the house.
Ming Feng shrank his body and said, "I don't know if you will like the knitted specialties that my mother bought."
Yudie: "Yes, I fell in love with it at first sight."
The weaving was so exquisite that she was reluctant to give it away.
Ming Feng narrowed his eyes and said, "Sister, I like the pen holder you customized. Can you give it to me?"
"You little brat, you know exactly who I'm going to give it to, and you're still teasing me?"
Ming Feng snorted, "I, your dear brother-in-law, have never received any benefits!"
Yudie chuckled, "She may be small, but she has a lot of ideas."
In the following days, rumors about the Yu family spread in the capital. Some said that the young master of the Yu family was arrogant, some said that the Yu family was too picky, and some said that the Yu family might want to marry a princess home.
The last rumor was full of malice. The emperor had only two daughters. The eldest daughter was born to Concubine Ran. Before the legitimate princess was born, the eldest princess, although born out of wedlock, was also very much loved by the emperor. According to her age, the princess who could be engaged could only be the eldest princess born out of wedlock.
Zhulan heard the rumors and knew that the marriage between the Yu family and the Wen family had not taken place. However, with a few rumors spreading, it was difficult for the young master of the Yu family to get engaged.