In order to make up for it in time, Shen Changan looked at Ye Qinglan carefully, and then smiled attentively and said: "I haven't seen my sister-in-law for more than half a year, and I was shocked when I saw her with such a big belly. In fact, now that I look carefully Look, even though my sister-in-law has gained a lot of weight during pregnancy and has some spots on her face... she is still absolutely beautiful."
...Listen, this is the truth! People have gained a lot of weight, have a big belly, and have spots on their faces. With this look, how can you look good?
Ye Qinglan twitched the corners of her lips, accepting Shen Changan's praise. But this time she didn't even want to give Gu Xinian a sad look.
Will you die if you shut up and say less? Gu Xinian glared at Shen Changan hatefully.
Shen Changan reflexively closed his mouth. The world is finally peaceful!
Mrs. Zheng smiled and smoothed things over: "Lunch is ready, let's go to the dining room now!"
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In fact, as long as they are used to the way the Shen family speaks, there is nothing to make a fuss about. Gu Hong and Mrs. Zheng tried their best to persuade and comfort themselves in their hearts. Military generals cannot be expected to be as refined as scholars. There is nothing wrong with speaking directly. At least, you don’t have to worry about what they are thinking, because it’s all on their faces...
Shen Changan was so excited that he could only giggle.
Shen Ming felt embarrassed after seeing his son's behavior, so he simply stopped looking at him and started drinking with Gu Hong and Gu Xinian. After three rounds of drinking, everyone's conversation became more lively.
Gu Hong curiously asked about the border war, and Shen Ming talked eloquently, not to mention Gu Xinian and Shen Changan. Even Ye Qinglan pricked up her ears curiously.
Having lived in the prosperous and peaceful capital for a long time, it is almost impossible to imagine what the war at the border is like. But in fact, war has always been a cruel thing. The lives of soldiers are extremely fragile on the battlefield. Shen Ming casually said To be sure, there have been at least several thousand soldiers killed on the battlefield this year. Those who were lucky could find their bodies and incinerate them and bring them back to the capital. Those who were unlucky could only bury their bones in other places...
Everyone fell silent together, and the atmosphere became a little solemn.
Shen Ming was used to seeing life and death, but he didn't feel so sentimental. He said calmly: "As soldiers, dying on the battlefield in order to protect the territory and the safety of the people is their destination. Even if they are buried in a foreign land, I think their souls will remain underground. Rest in peace." When he said these words, Shen Ming's aura of a battle-hardened soldier was clearly revealed.
Ye Qinglan looked at Shen Ming. Her eyes naturally showed respect and admiration.
Gu Hong and Mrs. Zheng were also slightly moved, and their previous bad impressions of Shen Ming disappeared instantly. Their views on Shen Changan also changed a lot. Although the military commanders were slightly rude and uncivilized, without them protecting the family on the bloody battlefield How could the country be peaceful and prosperous? Gu Xiyu was lucky to be able to marry such an upright man.
Gu Xinian seemed to have some feelings in his heart, but after seeing Shen Changan's silly expression of being overjoyed, the slightest change in his feelings immediately disappeared and was directly replaced by contempt.
My dear sister, marrying such a man is like a flower stuck in cow dung!!!
Since the engagement, Shen Changan has never seen Gu Xiyu again. At this time, in Dingguo Palace, the desire is gathering and brewing in his heart, ready to move. From time to time, he looks out, but it is a pity that his neck is stretched even longer. .I can’t see the figure of the beautiful woman either.
Shen Changan's performance was so obvious, not to mention Ye Qinglan and Gu Xinian, even the slower Gu Hong could see it. However, it was a common etiquette not to meet each other before getting married. Therefore, everyone had a tacit understanding of their desire for Shen Changan. Turn a blind eye.
Even Ye Qinglan decided not to help this time. Of course, she would never admit that she was angry because of the words Shen Changan said to each other. She is not so petty!!!
After lunch, Gu Hong, Gu Xinian and Shen Ming went to the study to drink tea and chat, but Shen Changan shamelessly followed Mrs. Zheng and Ye Qinglan to the side hall and sat there. Although he didn't say anything, But just looking at the two of them so eagerly made me feel a little heartbroken.
Mrs. Zheng couldn't bear to be ruthless, so she whispered and asked the maid to go to Lengyue Pavilion to call Gu Xiyu out.
Shen Chang'an had very sharp ears. When he heard Gu Xiyu's maiden name, he was immediately delighted. He sat up straight and straightened his clothes.
Ye Qinglan and Mrs. Zheng looked at each other and both smiled.
Gu Xiyu came soon. She had just passed her seventeenth birthday, which was the most beautiful time for a woman. She was like a flower in bud slowly blooming, and with just a slight smile, she exuded a dazzling brilliance.
Shen Changan took a breath and stared at her, unable to look away again.
Gu Xiyu was also very happy to see Shen Chang'an. She didn't understand the customs and rules. She was not shy like a girl waiting to be married when she saw her fiancé. She just looked at Shen Chang'an with a smile: "You haven't been here for a long time. It’s up to me.”
Shen Changan couldn't help but stand up: "I have actually wanted to see you for a long time, but I never had the chance to come..."
Mrs. Zheng coughed heavily. Gu Xiyu was simple by nature and ignorant of worldly affairs, so it was okay to speak unscrupulously. Shen Changan was an adult, so he should be careful with his words!
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Shen Changan finally heard Mrs. Zheng's hint, smiled slightly, and sat back obediently. But his eyes were firmly glued to Gu Xiyu's body as if they had their own opinions.
Mrs. Zheng was used to being polite and courteous, but had she ever seen someone so... direct and unscrupulous? She couldn't bear it and coughed twice more.
Before Shen Changan could react, Gu Xiyu looked over curiously: "Mom, why are you coughing all the time today? Are you sick? Call a doctor to check your pulse!"
Mrs. Zheng: "..."
Ye Qinglan almost laughed out loud, barely holding back, and opened her mouth to help Mrs. Zheng: "Mother-in-law probably drank tea too quickly just now, so she coughed a few times. You don't need to see a doctor, it will be fine soon." .”
Gu Xiyu didn't hear anything strange at all, so she hummed obediently and said nothing. Then she walked over to Ye Qinglan and sat down.
With Mrs. Zheng and Ye Qinglan around, Shen Changan and Gu Xiyu had no chance to talk at all. She just glanced at him, and he... kept staring at her!
Mrs. Zheng took a deep breath and comforted herself repeatedly. Young people are always more enthusiastic and straightforward. It is understandable that they will be a little embarrassed when they see their sweetheart. After calming down, Mrs. Zheng forced a smile and asked: "Mr. Shen, you My mother passed away early, and my father-in-law has never renewed her marriage. For so many years, I heard that there is not even a person in charge of the Shen family. I wonder who takes care of the daily chores?"
Shen Changan replied without thinking: "The person who is usually in charge of the trivial affairs in the house is Mother Lu. She was my mother's dowry maid and my wet nurse. She stayed in our Shen family for decades. After my mother passed away, She has always taken care of the housework. Over the years, she has been taking care of it very diligently."
The population of the Shen family is simple. There are only two masters, father and son, who are not very particular about food, clothing, housing, and transportation. Mother Lu is mainly responsible for managing the servants in the mansion, and also dealing with favors for weddings, weddings, and weddings in other mansions.
Mrs. Zheng nodded thoughtfully, her expression a little subtle.
With Gu Xiyu's temperament, she simply cannot be the matron of the family. Even if she marries into the Shen family in the future, she will have to rely on the people around her to help take care of trivial matters. I don't know what kind of personality this mother Lu has, whether It's reliable...
Shen Changan, who has always been slow, was unusually smart this time. He guessed what Mrs. Zheng was worried about and explained with a smile: "Mom-in-law, please don't worry. Mother Lu has always done things in a measured way and will never do anything like that." It's a matter of being a naughty slave and bullying the master. After Yu'er gets married, the trivial matters in the house will be left to Yu'er. She can take care of it herself if she wants. If she feels it's too complicated, just leave it to the maids and stewards she trusts."
These words sounded pleasant to the ear, and Mrs. Zheng finally had a smile on her face: "It's too early to say these words now. In short, as long as you treat Yu'er well and don't let her be wronged, I will feel relieved. Already."
Shen Changan puffed up his chest and made a promise without hesitation: "I am lucky enough to marry Yu'er. It is a blessing I have cultivated for several lifetimes. I will treat her wholeheartedly in the future and will never let her suffer any injustice. A man is true to his word, and what I said must count, so don’t worry, mother-in-law." These frank and straightforward words, coupled with his sincere and sincere expression, made it impossible to doubt his true feelings.
Gu Xiyu couldn't help but raise her eyes and look at Shen Changan. Their eyes were intertwined.
Mrs. Zheng was also a little moved, and she suddenly felt a little more fond of this prospective son-in-law.
Of course, good feelings are good feelings, and there should be no shortage of principles.
Mrs. Zheng glanced at Gu Xiyu and said gently: "Yu'er, don't you still have something to do? Just go back to Lengyue Pavilion first." It was unreasonable for the two of them to meet, and of course they couldn't stay too long.
Gu Xiyu blinked her black and white eyes and said innocently: "Mom, you must have remembered it wrong! I have been idle all day, so there is nothing important!"
Mrs. Zheng: "..."
Ye Qinglan suppressed her smile and tried to smooth things over: "Sister Xiyu, what mother means is that you have been out long enough and it is not appropriate to stay any longer. You should go back to Lengyue Pavilion first! I will wait for you two to get married in the future. After we got married, we spent a lot of time together day and night, so don’t rush for this moment, right?”
Isn’t it enough to say it so clearly?
Gu Xiyu responded obediently, stood up and said goodbye to everyone. (To be continued...)
ps: I’m also looking forward to Xiyu and Chang’an’s marriage~ Their married life will be very interesting... Don’t worry, everyone, it will be here soon. In addition, I would like to report that it is slowly being completed. It is expected that this article will be Finished at the end of January or early February~o(n_n)o
