Song's mother was overjoyed. The more she thought about it, the more she felt that Ji Mingtao was suitable: because of his class background, he was still unmarried in his twenties. Other people in the village did not dare to marry their daughters to him, for fear that his family background would affect them. But their family was not afraid. Their ancestors for eight generations were all poor farmers. They had a good family background.
Moreover, if Ji Mingtao marries into their family, his background will naturally follow that of theirs, and then wouldn't he be able to get rid of his identity as a landlord's son
If Ji Mingtao knew there was a way to get rid of his background, he would probably be willing to do it, right? After all, because of this class background issue, he couldn't even marry a wife. If he married into the family, wouldn't that kill two birds with one stone, changing his class background and getting a wife
Song's mother became full of confidence and didn't think Ji Mingtao would reject her. If he knew that her family liked him, he might even be so grateful that he couldn't wait to marry into her family's family.
Song's mother immediately decided to take the matchmaker to Ji Mingtao's house to propose marriage after work today. If they liked the couple, they had to get engaged. Otherwise, what if others came up with the same idea
So Song's mother wanted to get off work and go home right away, but unfortunately it was only afternoon and it was still a long way to get off work, so she could only hurry up.
But although she was anxious, it did not prevent Song's mother from observing Ji Mingtao. It is said that the more a mother-in-law looks at her son-in-law, the happier she is. Song's mother was the same at this moment. The more she looked at Ji Mingtao, the more satisfied she felt. She was secretly happy that she had discovered this dusty pearl at once. You know, Ji Mingtao is good in everything except his background.
Song's mother was glad that he came from a poor family, so no one was interested in him. Otherwise, with his appearance and ability, if there were no problems, he would never be married to her eldest daughter. Who knows how many families would be vying to have him as a son-in-law.
Ji Mingtao was digging sweet potatoes with sweat all over his body. He inexplicably felt like someone was staring at him, making him feel uneasy. He frowned and looked around vigilantly and pretended to be casual, but was surprised to find that the person staring at him was Song Huizi's wife.
Song Huizi's wife's husband just died last month. Could it be that she had some evil and dark thoughts about him? Ji Mingtao endured the nausea and observed carefully for a while. He found that Song's mother's eyes did not look lustful or greedy when she looked at him. Instead, she looked at him with scrutiny and a little satisfaction and kindness
Ji Mingtao was puzzled. He didn't have much contact with Song Huizi's family, so he didn't know why Song's mother looked at him like that. But seeing that she had no ill will towards him, Ji Mingtao had to suppress his doubts and ignore it.
Song's mother looked at Ji Mingtao's strong and powerful arms wielding the hoe and nodded with satisfaction. He was healthy and strong, and a good worker. After he married into the family, the family would have an extra strong laborer. How could Song's mother not be satisfied with him
After deciding on the candidate, Song's mother approached her daughter who was pulling up sweet potato seedlings with her, lowered her voice, and said to her eldest daughter with a smile on her face, "Big girl, I've found a good candidate for marrying into the family, Ji Mingtao, what do you think?"
"Ji Mingtao? Mother, he is the only one left in his family. Would he be willing to marry into the family?" asked Song Danv.
"Why wouldn't he be unwilling? Does he want to pass on his status as a landlord? Even if he wants to, no one would be willing to marry into his miserable family. Our family is willing to let him marry into our family because we think highly of him. How can he refuse?" Song's mother said confidently.
Then she touched her eldest daughter's shoulder and whispered, "Ji Mingtao is digging sweet potatoes behind you. Do you think he likes it?"
Hearing this, Song Daniu turned her head and looked behind her. She saw the tall and thin Ji Mingtao wearing a straw hat. Beads of sweat flowed down his perfectly shaped chin, and then flowed to his slender neck and bony collarbone...
Song Danniu immediately felt as if her eyes were burned, and blushed as she said, "What do you mean by like or not? Mom, don't talk nonsense."
When Song's mother saw her daughter's reaction, what else did she not understand? She immediately said with a smile: "As long as you like him, there is nothing wrong with Ji Mingtao except his background. When he marries into our family, we won't have to work so hard and can relax..."
Listening to the longing in her mother's words, Song Danniu couldn't help but feel hopeful. She had never noticed Ji Mingtao before, but when she noticed him today, she was immediately attracted to him. He was handsome and capable, much more handsome and gentle than those rude and dark boys in the village. Besides, there was no one else in the family, so she wouldn't have to face her mother-in-law in the future...
Song Danniu's heart was pounding and her face was hot. She didn't know if it was because the sun was too strong or for some other reason.
When Song's mother saw her daughter's absent-minded and shy look, she was immediately happy and couldn't wait to propose to Ji Mingtao.
So after work, Song's mother left in a flash. Song Danniu looked at her mother's back, and couldn't help but look at Ji Mingtao who was leaving with a hoe, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but rise.
Ji Mingtao had just returned home and washed off the sweat when he saw Song's mother and the village matchmaker coming to the door.
Impatience and irritation flashed in his eyes, but he quickly suppressed it and returned to his previous calm.
"How come you two aunts have time to come and see me today?" Ji Mingtao welcomed the guests in, poured some water, and asked.
"Oh, we came to your house, of course we have something great to tell you!" The matchmaker said with a smile, looking at Ji Mingtao for a while and praising him.
"My nephew is indeed a man of talent and good looks. No wonder Song Huizi's family immediately chose you as their son-in-law!"
Ji Mingtao lowered his eyes and understood. No wonder Song's mother looked at him like that before. It turned out that she wanted her to be her son-in-law.
Mother Song looked at Ji Mingtao and praised her eldest daughter with a smile:
"Our eldest daughter is the oldest in the family and the most capable. She takes care of everything in the house, inside and out, so I don't have to worry about anything. She also takes care of the affairs of her younger sisters. When she gets married, she will definitely be a good wife and mother, and take care of the house properly...
Ji's boy, I'm not going to be vague with you. I want you to marry into our family. We only have four daughters and no sons, so we want to find a son-in-law to support the family and prevent the orphans and widows from being bullied.
Don't worry, after you marry into the family, you and Da Niu will have the final say on family affairs. Da Niu's three younger sisters will all get married in the future, so it won't be a problem for you.
Of course, the child born must have the surname Song. After all, Da Niu is the eldest daughter and has the responsibility to continue the Song family line. What do you think?"
"I don't think so. Aunt Song, I have no intention of marrying into someone else's family. You've found the wrong person." Ji Mingtao said expressionlessly.
Seeing his expression, Song's mother's heart skipped a beat and she said hurriedly, "Don't rush to refuse. We can still talk about it."