After leaving Qinfang Garden, Ye Qinglan felt enlightened for a moment. Once her tense body relaxed, she felt unspeakably tired.
She is not hard-hearted. She just said so many heartless words to Cui Yu, which actually made her feel very uncomfortable. However, since she has made a decision, this can only be the case.
"Miss, your face doesn't look good. Are you feeling uncomfortable?" Ruixue asked in a low voice.
When the young lady was talking to Cui Yu, she had been waiting outside, so she had no way of knowing what happened. However, looking at the young lady's face, it was obviously not good...
Ye Qinglan calmed down and gave a faint hum.
Ruomei on the side did not say a word, but a glimmer of light flashed in her eyes. After returning to Hefeng Courtyard, while Ye Qinglan was resting in the room, she quietly wrote a note and then passed it out using a specific method.
This note was safely delivered to Gu Xinian that night.
Gu Xinian unhurriedly opened the tightly rolled paper and took a casual look. There were only two short sentences on the paper.
The young lady met Cui Yu today, but I don’t know the content of what she said. She seemed to be in a bad mood after she came back.
Gu Xinian's dark eyes narrowed slightly, and his slender fingers unconsciously rubbed back and forth on the note. His mind started spinning rapidly.
Cui Mansion is already discussing the marriage with Luo Mansion, and that stupid Cui Yu should probably know about it by now. With his temperament, he should not have the courage to resist the marriage arranged by his parents. So... Is he going to Ye Qinglan to say goodbye?
Or is he wishful thinking to save something? If it's the former, that's all, he barely tolerates it. If it's the latter...
Gu Xinian tightened his lips. A coldness flashed in his eyes.
Quanfu's voice suddenly sounded outside the door: "Master, the Duke of Guo has ordered someone to call you over. He said that he has important matters to discuss."
It's so late, what important things need to be discussed? Could it be that he is bringing up the old talk and thinking about manipulating his life-long affairs? Gu Xinian twitched the corners of his lips and responded lightly: "Follow me
Just say something and I'll be there in a moment."
Quanfu responded and retreated.
Gu Xinian put the note in his hand into the brocade box. Ever since Ruomei followed Ye Qinglan to Uncle Changyuan's Mansion, such notes would come back basically every two days. There were already many in the brocade box.
.Although no one dared to break into his house and rummage through things. However, he was always cautious and careful in doing things, and specially locked the brocade box. There was only one key, which was placed in the purse embroidered with messy orchids in his arms.
Thinking of the owner of this purse, Gu Xinian felt a strange throbbing in his heart, and the corners of his lips raised slightly unconsciously.
Such a good mood did not last long.
Grandfather Gu Tu and grandmother Sun were sitting there, one on the left and the other on the right, with solemn and solemn expressions on their faces. Their father and mother were also there, and their expressions were not relaxed. Usually such a battle would mean that the things to be discussed next would be very important.
Important. It also means that they have already discussed it, and the purpose of calling him is to make him obey or surrender.
Gu Xinian thought casually and stepped forward to say hello.
Gu Youhe gave a faint hum. But Mrs. Sun put on a smile and said: "Xinian. You have been tired for a long day. Stop standing. Come sit next to me and talk."
Is it another case of a good person and a bad person?
Gu Xinian felt excited in his heart, but kept a calm expression on his face. He sat down next to Mr. Sun and waited patiently for Mr. Sun to speak.
Sure enough, Mrs. Sun was prepared, and said with a gentle smile: "Xinian, you are not young anymore, you can't go on like this forever. The past things have been in the past for so long, you don't have to worry about it all the time. There are many good girls... …”
What happened in the past? Thank you Sun for having the nerve to mention it! Although Shen Qiuyu's thoughts were not in the first place, but without Sun's help, how could he have suffered such humiliation and become the laughing stock of the whole capital?
Gu Xinian smiled slightly and interrupted Sun: "Grandma, you asked me here specifically to talk about this, right? If there is nothing else important, I will go back to rest. I have to get up early for the morning session tomorrow."
Mrs. Sun couldn't hold back her smile and glanced at her daughter-in-law. Mrs. Zheng sighed secretly and had to open her mouth and said: "Xinian, actually I called you here tonight just to discuss your marriage. The eldest daughter of a British prince, a poet. She is outstanding, has good looks, and her family status is comparable to that of our Duke Dingguo. As long as you nod, I will immediately invite someone to come to propose marriage..."
Gu Xinian looked at Mrs. Zheng with a smile but not a smile: "Mom, I remember that I have made it very clear. Since my grandparents didn't take it to heart, I might as well say it again. I make my own decisions on my life-long affairs. No matter how nice Ms. Zhang is, she has nothing to do with me."
This was not the first time Mrs. Zheng had heard such words, and she found them harsh. Let alone Duke Ding and his wife.
The anger in Mrs. Sun's heart surged up, and she said with a cold face: "Listen to what is said. Mrs. Zheng, look at the good son you spoiled. All those sages' books have been read in vain, and even the most basic I don’t understand filial piety either.”
It was like this every time. As soon as Mrs. Sun was unhappy, she would immediately get angry at her daughter-in-law. Gu Xinian seemed gentle, but in fact he had the coldest and most stubborn temper. No one could talk to him. He could only vent his anger on her. On Mrs. Zheng’s head.
Mrs. Zheng was unable to defend herself, so she could only lower her head and remain silent.
Gu Hong was a very filial son. When he saw Sun getting angry, he immediately glared at Gu Xinian and said, "Why don't you apologize to grandma quickly?"
Gu Xinian responded without sincerity and said to Sun: "My grandson has an upright temperament and always says whatever comes to his mind. Please don't argue with your grandson. However, what the grandson said just now is... This is all from the bottom of my heart. I ask my grandma to be wise and not to embarrass her grandson again."
This is not an apology at all, it is simply adding fuel to the fire and provoking!
Mrs. Sun's face could no longer be described as ugly. There was a lump of air stuck in her throat, and she couldn't go up or down. Not to mention she felt aggrieved.
Duke Ding Gu Youhe finally spoke: "Since ancient times, marriage matters have been dictated by the elders and the matchmaker. You have to do the opposite. It seems that we are too used to you."
His voice was calm and authoritative. After all, he had been a powerful minister for decades, and the aura in his speech was definitely not comparable to that of a housewife.
Gu Xinian's attitude towards his grandfather Gu Dihe was much more respectful: "What my grandfather taught me was that my grandson has been willful and willful since he was a child. When he grew up, his temper did not change. This disappointed my grandfather."
It seems to be a sign of weakness, but the sentence "I haven't changed my temper even when I got angry" is clear and worth recalling. It just doesn't say clearly, "If you get engaged for me without my consent, then don't blame me for doing anything dishonorable." "Things have come".
Thinking about it, in the past few years, marriage has been brought up many times, but it never came to fruition. Gu Xinian didn't want to push too hard. If he really walked away regardless of it, Dingguo would Where can I put the dignity of the palace? What's more, there are only three grandsons in this generation in the palace. Although Gu Shengnian is the eldest, he is the daughter of Gu Hong's concubine, so he is mediocre. Gu Yongnian is the legitimate son of the second wife, but he is completely ordinary. It's good to be idle and not get into trouble. In comparison, Gu Xinian is very good in every aspect.
The Dingguo Palace must be handed over to Gu Xinian.
And Gu Xinian knew this very well, that's why he was so sure and confident. He didn't worry at all that his elders would force him too much.
Gu Youhe frowned, looking at Gu Xinian who was calm and composed, and felt a little headache. It has been so long since Shen Qiuyu's incident, but the impact it caused is long-lasting. He was originally quite obedient and respectful. His direct grandson, now his temper has become deep and unpredictable. Even he, who has been in official circles for many years, cannot understand Gu Xinian's thoughts...
Gu Youhe kept running through various thoughts in her mind, but her tone was gentler: "There are no outsiders here. If you have any plans, you might as well tell us. If you are really dissatisfied with the young lady from the British government, please tell us something else." Just choose a suitable marriage for you."
Gu Xinian's eyes flashed and he said with a faint smile: "Thank you, grandfather, for your consideration. However, my grandson is now devoted to assisting His Highness the Crown Prince and is too busy dealing with court affairs every day, so he really has no time to think about this."
If you mention Ye Qinglan at this time, the effect will be counterproductive. Not only will you not get everyone's consent, I'm afraid it will be impossible for Ye Qinglan to enter the mansion again in the future.
It was probably the words dedicated to assisting His Highness the Crown Prince that moved Gu Xiuhe.
Gu Youhe's expression softened a little, and even Sun's anger had subsided a lot. In the past few years, Gu Xinian almost broke off all contact with the prince because of Shen Qiuyu, and he seemed to have no contact with each other until death. Now I don't know why. After a sudden turn, he was willing to join the imperial court and serve as the Minister of Household Affairs to assist the prince.
The Ministry of Husbandry is in charge of the court's land tax, money and grain, and has a transcendent status among the six ministries. Of course, it is not easy to hold such a position securely. Gu Xinian was only twenty-one years old, but he was in the difficult position of the Ministry of Hubu. With ease and outstanding ability, he was deeply appreciated by the emperor.
With the assistance of the outstandingly capable Gu Xinian, the crown prince and the third prince are now finally on par.
Gu Xiuhe pondered for a moment, and then said calmly: "You are new to the government, so you really need time to adapt. You can just wait for a while to get married."
Mrs. Sun was shocked: "The British government will not keep waiting. If you miss this marriage, in the future..."
"With Xinian's character and talent, it will not be difficult at all to get married in the future." Gu Xiuhe said lightly: "It's okay to miss this marriage in the British government." Then the topic changed: "However, Xi Nian You are not young anymore, even if you want to 'adapt' to the affairs of the court, you have to have a deadline. Let's give you another year. If you don't like the one you like, then you have to listen to our arrangements."
Ginger is really spicy!
Gu Youhe seemed to be giving in, but in fact he was just taking a detour and digging a hole for Gu Xinian to jump in.
Think about it, even if Gu Xinian likes something, if the elders don't like it, it will be in vain. In the end, he has to obey everyone's arrangements. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendation. , monthly ticket, your support is my biggest motivation.)
