Li Xu ordered people to clean up the house and invited Miss Li in to talk.
Miss Li shook her head: "After all, this is the place arranged by the government for you. I'm afraid it won't be convenient for me to go there. If I get criticized, it won't be worth the loss. I've already found a courtyard in the city. Ninth Brother, come with me!"
Li Xu nodded. The clan sister had always been thoughtful and impeccable in her work. He never had to worry about these details.
Li Xu followed the carriage to the yard, straightened his clothes, and then walked into the house to talk to Miss Li.
Miss Li raised her eyes and looked at Li Xu: "Did Ninth Brother encounter any difficulty?"
Li Xu shook his head: "No, the case in Changzhou went very well, and we are about to return to Beijing."
A look of joy appeared on Miss Li's face: "We heard it when we entered Jiangyin. Ninth Brother has done a good job on this errand. He will definitely be commended by the court after returning to Beijing. Not many officials are promoted as soon as they enter the officialdom.
, Ninth Brother, Mr. Su’s face looks bright when he’s like this.
When Ninth Brother was a child, I said that among the many descendants of the Li family, only Ninth Brother will be capable in the future. Whether our Li family can establish itself depends on Ninth Brother.
The imperial court is also discerning. There are so many people in the Ministry of Justice. Why did they let the ninth brother come? They also took a fancy to the ninth brother's talent. When I go back, I will tell the ancestors about this happy event and let the brothers of the Li family learn from the ninth brother.
study."
Li Xu took a sip of tea: "Sister clan, don't say that. I'm just the icing on the cake. No matter who the court sends to this case, this will be the result."
Miss Li nodded: "I understand. I am also happy in my heart. I said a few more words. Naturally, the current situation cannot be arrogant. It is better to move steadily step by step."
Li Xu raised his head: "Is everything okay at home?"
"It's very good." Miss Li looked at Li Xu carefully again, "It seems that your life is not going well. You should be happy to have solved such a big case." Li Xu looked energetic.
It's okay, but there is a vague sadness between his eyebrows. If you don't know him well, you won't be able to see the clues and think he is really tired.
Miss Li is much older than Li Xu, so she doesn't shy away from talking about it: "If you have any problem, you might as well tell me, and I can help you think of a solution together."
"It's okay." Li Xu put down the cup and raised his head. The strange emotion in his brows had been wiped away. "Elder sister, don't worry about it. Some things are not straightened out. It'll be fine if you clarify them."
Miss Li stared at Li Xu for a moment, her expression slightly hesitant, but she still said: "Looking at the way you are now, maybe you shouldn't mention this matter. It's not a good time..."
"What does the eldest sister want to say?" Li Xu looked calm and unfazed. His eyes were crystal clear, as if nothing would disturb his thoughts.
Miss Li thought for a while and finally said: "The Kong family has come forward to tell you about your marriage. You have also met the young lady from this family. She is the third young lady of the Yu family. This time, the Yu family asked someone to find the Kong family to discuss the matter."
, it is not easy for the woman’s family to be like this. Besides, the Yu family’s management in the north will definitely be a big help to you in the future.
Miss Yu San's father and brother are guarding the passes in northern Xinjiang. I heard from your brother-in-law that he is also a young and promising general. Miss Yu San is also favored by the elders at home and is quite good at taking care of the family. When her father and brother are not at home,
, she was asked to help Mrs. Yu take care of the inner house of the Yu family. We also invited Miss Yu San to banquets in our family. Miss Yu San has a soft appearance. Although she is not a good dancer, she just knows how to handle things just right.
My aunt and I both thought it was good, but we don’t know what you are thinking. My aunt asked me to come and talk to you. You don’t need to make an immediate decision. You can think about it first, and wait until the elders in the family formally ask about it.
That’s fine…”
"Eldest sister, please put this marriage off!" Li Xu said before Miss Li could finish.
The room was quiet for a moment.
Miss Li was a little surprised, and after a while she said, "You don't like Miss Yu San's temperament?" She didn't expect that Li Xu would refuse without hesitation, "Tell eldest sister, what kind of wife do you want?"
His wife? He hadn't thought about it carefully before. Maybe someone like Miss Yu San was already very good. When he was in Northern Xinjiang, he had heard his eldest sister mention Miss Yu San, and she didn't sound emotional at that time.
It's just that he doesn't care much from the bottom of his heart, but now he feels inexplicable rejection and boredom.
I tried my best not to show it in front of my eldest sister.
Maybe the eldest sister is right, now is not the time to talk about this.
Li Xu said: "Sister, I have already told my father that I want to start a career first and then start a family. There are still so many brothers in the family who are not married. It would be normal for me to do it later."
"Okay then," Miss Li did not try to persuade her any more, "I will write a letter home to ask the Kong family not to do this favor. The two families are always related by marriage. If we really bring it up, it will be inconvenient in the future."
"Then I'll bother you, eldest sister." Li Xu bowed his head and saluted.
"Ninth brother," Miss Li said, "do you have someone you like? Which family is she from? I'm really happy. I can tell my aunt that our family will ask someone to talk about it."
When it comes to marriage, Li Xu reacts so fiercely. Thinking about it, this is probably the reason.
Li Xu paused for a moment, then looked at Miss Li again: "There is indeed a future, and I will ask the eldest sister for help."
"Okay," Miss Li nodded, "I will believe what you say."
After saying this, Miss Li laughed: "We finally met, so I asked someone to cook some food for you. I have to leave early tomorrow morning. You are busy at the Yamen, so there is no need to come to see me off."
Li Xu said: "So fast."
Miss Li pursed her lips: "No, there is something urgent waiting for me in Anqing Mansion. If I hadn't come to see you, I would have arrived today."
Li Xu said: "I'm sorry to bother you, eldest sister."
"The whole family gets angry when we say polite words," Miss Li said, "Auntie asked me to bring a lot of snacks from home. If I don't give them to you, why don't I have to take them to Anqing Mansion?"
While we were talking, the mother in charge came to report: "The food is ready."
"Let's go," Miss Li stood up, "the food prepared by the cook at home will definitely suit your appetite."
After dinner, the two siblings talked for a while, and then Li Xu stood up to say goodbye.
Li Xu's figure gradually disappeared, and Miss Li asked someone to lock the door.
"It seems that Ninth Brother is having a hard time dealing with this matter," Miss Li said. "I don't know which girl from that family is making him miss him like this."
The mother in charge couldn't help but said: "Didn't Master Jiu say there is no such thing?"
"This is the troublesome part," Miss Li shook her head. "It is obvious that there is a problem, but he denies it. It shows that in his heart, he can no longer mention it to outsiders because he is afraid of the difficulties that he has to do."
"Then...what are you going to do, young lady?"
Miss Li raised her head and looked at the sky: "If you can help, of course you have to help. If you can't help, you have to give up. I think people are never wrong. Jiulang will definitely have a great future in the future, but at the same time...
...You can’t have too many ties. It’s not easy to be a master. Everyone wants the best of both worlds, but there are not so many things that go well as one wishes in this world.”
…
Li Xu walked all the way back to his residence, the cool night breeze seemed to freeze his whole body.
I don’t know how long I walked, but I finally arrived in front of the door.
"Master Li, did you come back on foot without riding a horse?" Chang Yue's voice sounded.
Li Xu looked forward and saw Chang Yue standing not far away.
"I have something to tell you," Chang Yue suddenly lowered his voice, "You must be very concerned about it. It has something to do with Miss Xu. Now in Changzhou City, no other person will know about it except you and me.