The old lady changed her clothes, and led her mother-in-law to the front hall with a cane, and saw her daughter-in-law waiting in front of Baosha from a distance.
Seeing her mother-in-law coming, Mrs. Meng hurried up to help her.
"There is no contact, no reason, why did the eldest son suddenly come to my house?" The old lady asked in a low voice as she went inside.
Meng Shi also looked puzzled: "My daughter-in-law doesn't know either. I heard Zhang Da say that the eldest son came with gifts, but I thought it was a mistake. When I brought Yaoting Afu there last year, he happened to return to Beijing to give to the old lady over there. I have met him once or twice during my birthday, and the eldest son is also very polite, and it is only limited to say a word or two, I did not expect to come to the door like this today."
The old lady asked to entertain the guests, and Mrs. Meng said, "People have been welcomed into the living room early, and Zhang Da and Yao Ting are with them."
While the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law were talking, they stepped over the threshold and turned in. The old lady raised her eyes and saw a man dressed in Yuan-colored robes with a jade belt inlaid around his waist. He looked like, but his eyes were very calm. He was sitting upright, listening to Zhen Yaoting tell about Quanzhou's local characters, and occasionally asked a question or two, then walked up with a smile on his face: "What kind of wind is it today, it actually brought the distinguished guests here. In my family, the eldest son came to the poor house in person, and he was full of brilliance, and the old man was neglected, I hope the eldest son will forgive me."
When Pei Youan saw Mrs. Meng enter, she assisted an old woman in a rich and noble brocade jacket. The old woman had thick eyebrows, wide forehead and shrewd eyes. She looked like a parent who used to give orders. Knowing that she should be Jiafu's grandmother, she stood up to greet him. Came up and greeted the old lady with the gift of meeting the younger generation.
Although Mrs. Hu is a business woman, she has been in charge of the family for most of her life and has developed a pair of eyes to distinguish people. Because she heard some things about the son of Patriarch Pei, he said that his health was not good since he was a child, so he thought he was sick and looked like a tuberculosis. Demeanor, an air of nobility that comes from the bottom of his body without being ostentatious, thinks that even if he has long since lost the honor of the prince, or even not allowed in the family, but he must not be a mediocre person, how dare he be negligent, say a few words, see this The former emperor's close ministers respected him very much, he was well-mannered, showed no pretence at all, and was happy, he gave up his seat again, looked at his grandson who was standing by the side, and said modestly: "This grandson of mine has no knowledge and is blunt, if I make a mistake. Where the words are, please don't laugh at the eldest son."
Pei You'an looked at Zhen Yaoting, smiled and said, "The son of the mansion, Bao Pu, is really, just what my generation lacks, and the quality is very valuable. How can the old lady be so humble?"
When Mrs. Hu heard him compliment her grandson, she was even more delighted, and she said a few words of humility. Although she was curious about the purpose of his visit, as the host, she didn't open her mouth. After a few gossips, Pei You said: "You'an came to the door today, but he was presumptuous, but he was graciously received.
Mrs. Hu and Mrs. Meng looked at each other and said with a smile, "Why should the eldest son be so polite? If you have something to say, you will definitely not refuse."
Pei You'an looked to the left and right, and Mrs. Meng understood. She immediately stepped back and asked Zhen Yaoting to go out too. She and the old lady were the only ones left in the hall. He heard him say: "Old lady, lady, to be honest, I sent my cousin off last time. The commander Yang Yunyang who returned home was ordered by me to move. My cousin was rescued by me before, although she was a little scared at the time, but fortunately she was saved from danger, and she must have returned home smoothly now."
Mrs. Hu and Mrs. Meng were very surprised when they heard the words.
After Jiafu was sent back, Mrs. Meng knew that Yang Yun was acting on the orders of her master, so she asked about the identity of her benefactor, but Mr. Yang didn't reveal it. Mrs. Meng had to give up. How could she have thought that it was such a coincidence that she saved her daughter. That benefactor turned out to be Pei You'an!
Meng Shi was very grateful now. Thinking of the torment she had experienced when her daughter disappeared, she couldn't help but scolded the unscrupulous trafficker who took her daughter away, and thanked Pei Youan again and again.
Mrs. Hu was much more shrewd and smelled a different taste. Knowing what the eldest son said, he should have just raised his head, smiled and thanked a few times, and then said: "The eldest son just mentioned it, I don't know if it was true. What's the matter?"
Pei You'an stood up, faced the old lady and Mrs Meng, and each gave a solemn salute.
The old lady Meng Shi was puzzled and hurriedly said goodbye.
Pei You'an said, "I'm here today, not for anything else, but for my cousin."
He paused for a moment: "I have been fond of my cousin for a long time." Every word was very clear.
These short eight characters, let alone Meng Shi, even the old lady Hu was stunned, looked at Pei You'an, and fell silent.
Pei You'an's expression did not change at all, and his tone was even more sincere: "You'an has known her cousin since she was a child. Last year, on my grandmother's birthday, I was fortunate to meet my cousin again. The work is very precious, and I was fascinated by it, so I decided not to marry her. So although I knew it was rude, I took the liberty of going to the door today to tell the old lady and my wife what I wanted. An Zhixing, thank you very much!"
Meng Shi was very surprised, looking at Pei You'an, not knowing how to interface.
Pei You'an fell in love with his daughter at first sight, so much so that he vowed to marry her. In Meng Shi's opinion, there was nothing strange about it. Although her daughter's appearance is from her own, she is far superior to her. It is not an exaggeration to say that she is ashamed of flowers and geese. Over the years, her family has blocked many wild bees, waves and butterflies. She fell in love at first sight and came to visit her specially, showing her intentions.
But that's where the problem lies.
Let's not say anything else, when have you seen someone come to the door to beg for their own marriage
Meng Shi glanced at the old lady, and seeing that she didn't speak, she said: "Eldest son, Long Zhangfengzi, I don't think my daughter is vulgar, and I would like to marry her. This was originally her blessing, but... How can I say this? "
She hesitated.
Pei You'an smiled slightly, and after the smile, his expression became more serious: "I know that marriage needs to be supplemented by three matchmaking and six hiring, so it is in line with etiquette and also shows sincerity. I have great sincerity in asking for a cousin. Recruitment is even more indispensable, but today, the reason why I came to see the elders rashly by myself is to dissect my heart, to show my sincerity, and to come…”
He paused and looked at the old lady and Meng Shi.
"The two elders must have heard some news about the emperor and King Yunzhong. I'm afraid I won't have time to take care of the marriage. Therefore, You'an also wanted to ask the two elders to give me some time to wait. When the time is right, You An will invite her grandmother to host the matchmaking. But don't worry, as long as you promise to give my cousin to me, I will do my best to protect her for the rest of her life."
Meng Shi finally fully understood the purpose of Pei You'an's visit today.
He wanted the Zhen family to keep the Jiafu people before he came to ask for marriage, and not to marry them out.
Quanzhou is well connected, with countless business travelers entering and leaving every day, and the news spreads quickly. A few days ago, there were rumors that the emperor was going to fight with the king of Yunzhong, but because of the distance, the people only came here as the royal family. Look, there are people who say that the emperor will win if he has many generals, and there are people who say that the king of Yunzhong has a young emperor to protect his body, and he may be able to turn the world upside down by surprise. Anyway, what to say.
Meng's impression of Pei You'an was very good, not to mention that he saved her own daughter. After listening to Pei You'an's words, she already recognized the future son-in-law by seven or eight points. For the remaining points, one is worried about Pei You'an's past, and the other is that he is afraid that his daughter will not nod. After hesitating, he glanced at the old lady again, and saw that she never made a sound, which seemed a bit abnormal.
"Mother? You see... "
"Go and see Afu and tell her that the benefactor's cousin is coming to our house."
The old lady said suddenly.
Meng Shi saw it, the old lady should have something to tell Pei You'an in private, and that's why she took care of herself. She was also anxious to see her daughter, smiled and nodded to Pei You'an, then went out and hurried to her daughter's room.
Since that day he was sent back to Quanzhou in that way, it is no exaggeration to say that his heart was dead and he was completely desperate. Jiafu never thought that Pei Youan would appear unexpectedly at such a time. in his own home.
What does he come to do
Jiafu was full of anxiety and shame, and was restless. When she saw her mother coming, she was afraid that she would see something, so she forcibly calmed down. When Mrs. Meng opened her mouth, she said that Pei Youan came to the door for marriage. She was stunned and heartbroken. He jumped thumpingly, and couldn't calm down for a long time.
"... the eldest son said that he is very fond of you and wants to marry you... "
Meng Shi whispered and rambled with her daughter.
"Mother thinks, the eldest son seems very trustworthy. If you get married, he should not treat you badly in the future. It's just that mother thinks about his past events and feels a little worried..."
Jiafu blushed, grabbed Meng Shi's hand and shook her head desperately: "Mother! How could he be like that? There must be some misunderstandings in the past! You must not listen to those!"
Seeing that her daughter was so anxious, Mrs. Meng was startled, then smiled, stretched out a finger, and lightly nodded her head: "Look at you in a hurry! I haven't said anything yet. Could it be that you are willing to marry him too?"
Jiafu lowered her head slowly, without saying a word.
Meng Shi looked at her daughter and remembered her captivity. Although she was rescued in the end, her innocence was probably lost. Thinking about it, this was the reason why she was depressed and unhappy after returning home a while ago. She felt relieved and sad again. The daughter took her into her arms and sighed: "I was worried that you would not be willing to marry him. This is the best way. He is your savior, and this marriage is determined by heaven. When he officially comes to ask for marriage, the mother will Marry you in a glorious way."