An Wan 'er adjusted the fox fur robe she was wearing with gold and silver threads and twin-colored flowers. She sat in the warm main hall of the room. In the middle of the room was a red copper stove with the word' Fu 'engraved on it, constantly emitting heat.
Wanqiu instructed Zhilan and the others to prepare a lot of fruits and snacks, filling the table. An Wan 'er glanced at Wan Qiu's fingers that were casually placed on the table. Her shiny nails were transparent pink, and her fingers were delicate and smooth like jade. One look and she knew that she was a pampered young lady. She could not help but sigh at her lonely fate. She could not understand why a woman from a noble family would be patient enough to talk to an orphan from a poor family like her.
"Thank you for the robe, young miss. I was really terrified.”It was understandable if this Eldest Miss had shown some affection in front of Madam Li, but now that no one had seen her, she was so amiable to him. It was really puzzling. After all, judging from the expressions of Miss Chen and Second Miss, they clearly thought that he was a poor relative who had come to seek shelter and did not even look him in the eye.
"Aunt, what are you talking about? You traveled all the way from the south to the capital, so you naturally don't know that the weather here is very cold. We should have prepared these for you long ago.”Wan Qiu said with a smile.
Yes, the person who should have prepared for the guests was the mistress of the house, Miss Chen, but she did not do anything. An Wan 'er thought to herself, and naturally, she did not like Miss Chen.
Only Zhilan and Mother Zhang were left in the room. Mother Zhang poured a cup of tea for An Wan 'er warmly and said,""Miss Li, how long will you be staying in the capital this time?”
An Wan 'er's expression froze and she immediately felt a little embarrassed. Wan Qiu rebuked,"Mama Zhang, Aunt has come to my house, and it's like she's going home. She won't leave in the future. Not only can she be Grandmother's companion, but she can also give me pointers on my embroidery work.”
An Wan 'er's expression immediately relaxed, and her pale face seemed to have some vitality."Young miss, I…"
"Please don't call me Young Miss anymore. Just call me Qiu 'er. Grandmother and Father and Mother both call me that. Aunt is one of us, so she should also call me that.”Wan Qiu smiled. The winter sun shone into the hall and onto her face, making her skin appear white and transparent. Her eyes were as quiet as a clear spring, but there was a strange flame vaguely burning in them. The light and darkness alternated, changing unpredictably.
An Wan 'er smiled more naturally and her attitude towards Wanqiu was not as distant as before. The two of them talked about the embroidery work for a while more. Suddenly, Wan Qiu sighed."It's a pity that Aunt will get married in the future and can't always stay at home to accompany me.”
Before An Wan 'er could say anything, her servant girl Cui' er giggled."Young miss is right. Old lady just arranged a marriage for our young miss!”
An Wan 'er's face flushed red as she reprimanded,""Little b * tch, don't talk nonsense!"
After Wan Qiu heard this, she revealed an interested expression."Oh, which one? Aunt, don't be shy. Although I don't like to go out, I've lived in the capital for many years. I can help find out which family you're talking about.”
An Wan 'er's heart skipped a beat. Although it was indeed not easy to talk about a girl's marriage, Wanqiu was not only the eldest daughter of the Lu family, but also the granddaughter of the Marquis's Estate's Matriarch. With such an identity, she could naturally get first-hand news in the circle of Jingdou's young ladies. Her own marriage…
Cui-er saw that her master was silent and immediately sensed her thoughts. She immediately said,"One is the second son of the Li family of the Ministry of Animal Husbandry, and the other is the eldest son of the Qin family of the Shang Medicine Bureau.”
When Wan Qiu heard this, the smile on her face seemed to be covered with a layer of worry. She looked at An Wan 'er and wanted to say something but hesitated. Mother Zhang was speechless and said,"How can a character like the Li family's girl be compatible with that kind of family!”
An Wan 'er was shocked when she heard this. She couldn't be bothered with her shyness."What do you mean, Mother Zhang?"
Wanqiu chided in a low voice," Mother Zhang, don't spout nonsense. You can't do anything bad about marriage!"”
The director of the Ministry of Animal Husbandry was a sixth rank official. Although he was a concubine's son, his family status was high. The doctor of the Shang Medicine Bureau was a eighth rank official. His family status was not high, but he was the son of a legitimate son. If it was not for the sake of the Lu family, these two families would definitely not agree to this marriage. Even so, she was still climbing up the social ladder. Why did Mother Zhang say such words?
"You don't know, but the Li family's young master eats, drinks, and gambles. The Qin family's eldest young master is weak and sickly, and he has always wanted to marry a wife to rush his happiness.”
No wonder, no wonder they were willing to come and ask for her hand in marriage! An Wan 'er's face instantly turned pale…With her current family background, how could she possibly marry into a noble family? However, she was from a poor family. She gritted her teeth. She was not willing to suffer!
" Aunt, you still have to think more about yourself…" Wan Qiu said with great concern. Seeing that An Wan 'er's expression was still very ugly, she smiled slightly and waved Zhilan to bring over a box inlaid with gold and ruby."This is a gift that father sent over a few days ago. I have received quite a lot of them on normal days. This box will be given to aunt. Consider it a thank you gift for teaching me all your embroidery work.”
Zhilan held the box in front of An Wan 'er and opened it casually. An Wan' er took a look and saw the golden jade inside. She was instantly shocked."This can't be done!"
"Aunt is one of us now that she has entered the Lu family. This is just a small token of my appreciation. If you don't accept it, I'll be sad.”Wan Qiu smiled and patted An Wan 'er's hand. When she saw An Wan' er, her eyes involuntarily turned to the box, and her smile deepened.
The two of them chatted for a while before An Wan 'er stood up to leave.
Wanqiu didn't stay any longer. She stood up with a smile and sent An Wan 'er off. Who knew that An Wan' er would almost bump into someone at the entrance of the courtyard. The man was in his early thirties. He was tall, elegant, and very refined. He was the old master of the Lu family, Lu Shiyuan. He had just returned from outside and still looked travel-worn.
The timing was just right!
"Father." Wan Qiu smiled and introduced An Wan 'er,""This is Aunt Li."
An Wan 'er did not expect to meet Lu Shiyuan. She almost bumped into him just now. Her face could not help but blush." Hello, Cousin."”
Lu Shiyuan suddenly bumped into a delicate beauty at the door of his daughter's courtyard. He was stunned and looked at An Wan 'er uncontrollably. Wanqiu coughed lightly before he reacted. He remembered that An Wan' er was an unmarried girl. Even if they were cousins, it was not appropriate for them to talk. He could only smile and say,"Is Biao Younger Sister still used to living here? If there's anything missing, just tell your cousin-in-law.”
For some reason, An Wan 'er's face felt hot. She lowered her head and said,"Yes, thank you, cousin."
Wan Qiu saw An Wan 'er off and said with a smile,""Auntie, go and rest first. I'll talk to you tomorrow.”
An Wan 'er hurriedly said," Yes, it's cold outside. Qiu' er, you should go back quickly. Cousin…seems to be waiting for you."”
She walked all the way out. When she was out of Wan Qiu's sight, she found a place to avoid people and quickly opened the box. There was a plum blossom hairpin inlaid with jade, an emerald tear-shaped hairpin, a twisted gold bracelet with a total of three taels, a green jade bracelet, a pair of Eastern Pearl earrings... There was a full half of the box, and it was so bright that her eyes were dazzled.
"Young Miss is so generous!" Cui-er exclaimed.”
An Wan 'er looked at the box of jewelry and could not help but be speechless. She sighed at how extraordinary the Lu family was and muttered,"How good would it be if the family I married into had such wealth?”
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