He heard this rumor from his second uncle. He still remembered that his second uncle was addicted to talking about it and regretted it after talking to him, so he forced him to promise on the spot that he would never talk to his grandfather. If he had to
If you say, you are not allowed to reveal that you heard it from him.
The content of the rumors is roughly like this——
About seven or eight years ago, his grandfather came to Beijing on an imperial edict. On a narrow road, he met Duke Zhenguo outside the city who had just returned from hunting.
Duke Zhen Guo was an excellent horseman, and he and his entourage easily overtook the Wu family's motorcade. However, the owner was not the right one, and so were the horses. When Duke Zhen Guo's horse crossed paths with his grandfather's carriage, he unexpectedly
He swiped his horse's eyes with its tail and almost knocked his grandfather out of the carriage.
Then, Duke Zhen Guo was stopped.
His grandfather got off the carriage and argued with the Duke himself.
It was said to be a theory, but the enemies were extremely jealous when they met. They discussed the matter and opened up old scores. The words from both sides became more and more fierce and unpleasant.
To put it bluntly, it should be just a scolding...
The more they cursed, the more excited they became. There was nothing they could do to stop them. It was the hot summer season, and the sun was shining in the sky. Neither of them was willing to admit defeat. They cursed for nearly two hours, and the sun had already set.
As a result, his grandfather was defeated and fainted from heatstroke on the spot...
Although Duke Zhen Guo relied on his old strength and never fell down, it is said that he was taken back by the carriage that Duke Zhen Guo came to break up the fight. After all, he was unable to ride a horse.
This incident spread among the onlookers, and was jokingly called by the people at the time - two old men arguing about the sun.
Because it was really hard to believe and unimaginable that his grandfather, who always valued the dignity of the family, would scold the Duke in public until he fainted, so Wu Chao had always regarded this matter as nothing more than a rumor.
But now that I have seen my grandfather's reaction in front of my eyes, I can't help but feel that... the story about the two old men arguing about Japan is probably true.
But no matter how ridiculous the festival was, he could no longer intensify the conflict at the moment.
"My grandson was rescued by Duke Zhen Guo. He stayed in his house for a few days. After getting along with him, my grandson felt that Duke Zhen Guo had a generous personality and a kind heart. He didn't seem to have any evil intentions.
people--"
Wu Jun sneered in his heart.
That old man just wanted to have a bad idea, but he probably didn't have the brains.
As for saving his grandson——
Thinking of this, Wu Jun felt a mouthful of blood choked in his throat.
But his grandson was right in front of him, so he could only suspend his thoughts and said: "He and I just have different temperaments. He saved you. I will remember this kindness."
Wu Chao took the words, coughed slightly, and said: "My grandson also believes that such a great kindness should be repaid. And this kind of kindness may not be an opportunity to resolve the festival between the two families."
Wu Jun frowned slightly.
To repay a favor, repay a favor. Why did you suddenly cough?
If he hadn't known that Duke Zhen Guo was a bad old man, he would have thought that his grandson's next words would have been, "I should give my life to save my life."
And at this time——
"Grandpa, my grandson has a sweetheart." The young man mustered up the courage to say.
Wu Jun, who had just had this thought, felt his pupils tremble.
...What did A Yuan say just now?
‘After getting along with each other, I felt that Duke Zhen Guo had a forthright temperament and a kind heart, and he did not seem to be a person with evil intentions’…
——Is that what he thinks?!
Even if... I'd better find someone younger!
Just as Wu Jun suddenly felt a turmoil in his heart, he heard the young man say: "To be honest with my grandfather, the girl that my grandson likes is the granddaughter of the Duke of Zhenguo——"
It turned out to be the granddaughter of the old man...!
Wu Jun breathed a sigh of relief, and even felt that this sentence sounded very pleasant in comparison.
"According to this, the rumor that arose in Beijing is actually true." The old man's face returned to calm.
Wu Chao was noncommittal.
Previously, everyone in the capital said that he was covetous of Miss Xu's beauty - the rumors at that time were actually rumors, but now it seems... more like a prophecy.
"My grandson has always refused to discuss marriage before because he didn't want to mislead others or himself. Now that my grandson has someone he really wants to marry, he should make it clear to his grandfather." The young man looked serious and sincere.
——Want to marry?
Wu Jun's eyes changed slightly, but his tone still showed no emotion: "But what if I don't agree?"
Wu Chao was silent for a moment and said, "Then my grandson will wait until his grandfather agrees."
Hearing this answer, Wu Jun looked at him directly: "Do you still remember the responsibility you bear?"
"Never forget a moment."
The young man looked solemn: "As a descendant of the Wu family, my grandson has been taught by his grandfather since he was a child. He knows his responsibilities well. He has never evaded it before and will never evade it in the future - no matter whether his grandfather agrees to this or not, family affairs
, my grandson will still do his best to take care of it, and whether the Wu family rises or falls, my grandson will do his best to take care of it."
At this point, he paused for a moment and continued: "Only the matter of marriage, please forgive me for not being able to give in. My grandson is born with a stubborn temperament and cannot change it. Even if he reluctantly marries someone else, he will never be able to achieve harmony between the couple.
For the clan at that time, I'm afraid it was a disaster rather than a blessing."
As for continuing the incense - in addition to his father, there is also the lineage of his second uncle.
Even if the eldest brother had to continue it, their eldest brother still had A Zhang, who had the same father and mother as him.
Even if the position of head of the family is replaced by A Zhang in the future, he will still help him wholeheartedly and regard the affairs of the family as his own responsibility.
Wu Jun's eyes softened slightly, and then he asked: "Then do you know what the consequences will be if my Wu family and the Xu family get married?"
"My grandson knows it well. But my grandson believes that this matter is not a dead end. It depends on man-made decisions, and it is still unclear what the situation will be in the future, so he may not be able to think of a solution to both problems."
He wanted to marry Xu Mingyi, very much.
But he couldn't be so impulsive as to completely disregard the safety of his family - he wanted to have a happy event, not a funeral.
The reason why he chose this moment to speak to his grandfather was not out of impatience, but since he already had a sweetheart, he should express his attitude - and also use this to explore his grandfather's attitude.
At present, it seems that his grandfather's attitude is much more relaxed than he imagined.
This is enough to show that as long as he has enough ability to solve the negative impact of the marriage between the Xu and Wu families, there should not be much resistance from my grandfather.
When he saw the young man in front of him who was full of vigor, tall and tall as a bamboo, with no flinch or fear in his eyebrows and eyes, as if he was ready to take on everything, Wu Jun felt soft in his heart.
Even as harsh as he is, he has to admit that his A Yuan is an outstanding child.
Whether it’s talent, character, or acquired diligence, restraint, and improvement——
As for that stubborn nature, it really cannot be changed, and in his eyes, there was no need to change in the past - what he wanted to raise was never a chess piece suitable only for the helm of the clan, without a trace of selfishness or his own opinions.
