Chapter 66: Lovers Separated
Compared to Jiang Huaishan's disappointment, Jiang Shiyuan felt that there was still a chance.

"Grandma and Dad, don't be too sad. Maybe this matter can be turned around."

"What do you mean?"

"After all, if big brother can make the list, then I might be able to ask Princess Qinghuan for help on the Geng family side. Although I have never met this second Miss Geng, she is indeed a prestigious one. If I can get her to be my sister-in-law, the Jiang family will naturally have a backbone in the harem in the future."

Everyone present agreed with Jiang Shiyuan's words.

Ever since her mother passed away, the Jiang family's backyard has been in chaos.

Madam Jiang might have had some abilities when she was young, but such abilities were not enough to deal with officials. Second Aunt Zhang came from a merchant family and did not have much insight. There was only one concubine Yang in her father Jiang Huaishan's room, who was not allowed to come out to entertain guests. Therefore, the more he thought about it, the more Jiang Huaishan felt that it was necessary to marry this daughter-in-law.

So he put on a serious expression and spoke to Old Lady Wang as if to assure her.

"Don't worry, mother-in-law. I will go back and make arrangements. Such things will not happen again in the future. Please take care of Hui'er's marriage."

With a sigh, Old Lady Wang felt uncomfortable seeing her son-in-law being so humble. She glanced at her granddaughter and then answered.

"Hui'er is also my grandson, how can I not love him, but he is a man who has to work hard outside after all, and I don't have much ability even if I want to intervene. I will do my best to match the Geng family's marriage, but success or failure depends on Hui'er himself. The Geng family is not short of a scholar-official son-in-law, do you understand?"

"I understand, but I believe that with my current ability, this can be accomplished!"

It was rare for Jiang Huaishan to show such a confident tone. It was obvious that he really put his heart into cultivating his son, otherwise he wouldn't be so sure.

"When will Huier come back?"

"After Ah Nian got engaged, I sent someone to send a message to her. She replied that she would be home in mid-September, and then she would stop going to school and stay at home to study hard."

Hearing this, everyone nodded.

Marquis Wenyuan thought about it and then spoke to his brother-in-law Jiang Huaishan.

"Speaking of which, Xiao Si also said that he wanted to take the exam next year. I thought he was just going there to make up the numbers, but it's also good to practice in advance. So when Hui'er comes back, if he wants, he can go to the mansion to study with Xiao Si. This time we invited a master from the Xiang family."

The master of the Xiang family is naturally the best.

Jiang Huaishan originally thought that after his son came back, he would visit the Imperial College and accompany him in study for a few days. However, if he had this opportunity, it would be much better than the Imperial College. After all, there were a lot of Jinshi in the Xiang family. There was no doubt that the Xiang family had a long history of learning, and the master was naturally a powerful figure.

Thinking of this, Jiang Huaishan stood up and bowed respectfully to Old Lady Wang and Marquis Wenyuan.

"I would like to thank my mother-in-law and uncle on behalf of Huier."

"As a family, don't talk about this."

Jiang Huaishan also sighed with emotion. He didn't know how he had such luck back then that he could win the favor of the lady and marry her to Xuzhou, and have such a pair of good children. Now he could get such support from his uncle's family. He was really lucky.

I thought to myself that I would have to keep my family members under control in the future.

Madam Pei glanced at Jiang Shiyuan and waved to her. Then she saw Jiang Shiyuan walking up to her and standing obediently.

"Zi Su has been sticking to you all day, so I didn't bother him much. They will go back tomorrow. Don't worry about your marriage. Your aunt will never let you suffer any injustice! Our An Nian will definitely have a grand wedding!"

Her tone was exactly the same as Pei Zisu's, no wonder they were aunt and nephew. Jiang Shiyuan smiled and nodded. She was not enthusiastic about these things, but since both sides said so, she would not refute anything. It was just that she had a headache about embroidering the wedding dress again. However, this time, she could legitimately "ask" Aunt Yang and Third Sister for help.

Thinking of this, I can’t help feeling a little shy.

Old Madam Wang looked at her granddaughter lovingly, wishing she could melt into her heart and stay with her forever.

The house is warm and affectionate, while outside it is dark and windy.

Pei Zisu had said almost everything he needed to say before leaving today. Although he was reluctant to leave his cousin Anian, the matters in Hanzhou were equally important, so he took a boat overnight and left Xijing City first with his sister Pei Ziyao.

When I left, I looked back at the city gate tower, and saw sparks hanging on it.

He stood with his hands behind his back on the second-floor deck. The summer evening breeze was a little chilly, but he didn't feel anything. The brightness of the moon and the darkness of the night made the light and shadow appear and disappear on his face. When Pei Ziyao came forward to call him, Pei Zisu turned his head to look at him with a serious expression and sharp eyes.

"Brother, the new batch of iron ingots has been checked and there is no problem."

"Well, let's go directly to Huaijiang. After we have settled these things, we will return to Hanzhou City."

"it is good!"

Both the brother and sister have been through many hardships, so the darker the moon and the stronger the wind, the more their cold and bloodthirsty side is highlighted. Only when he thinks of the beautiful figure in Xijing City, will Pei Zisu's mouth unconsciously show a little tenderness, but it is only for a moment. In Hanzhou and Huaijiang, he still has countless things to deal with.

As the wind blew, his eyes became more stern.

Likewise, they were accompanied by their second cousin Wang Kuan and third cousin Wang Hong. The two of them were sleeping soundly in the cabin, not knowing what they would face on this trip to Hanzhou...

The next day.

Mrs. Jiang woke up from a hangover with a severe headache.

Mother Du came forward and brought her a cup of warm water, and then handed her a handkerchief. After she simply wiped her face and hands, she spoke with a hum.

"The wine from the Wenyuan Marquis' Mansion is too strong. I'm already drunk after just a few drinks. When I was alone at the entrance of Tianshui Lane, I would drink three or two jars of wine, and I would get up early to go to work the next day! Time really doesn't spare anyone. As I get older, my alcohol tolerance has also declined."

Old Madam Jiang thought of the past with great nostalgia, and seeing this, Mother Du spoke with a gentle expression.

"The old lady is right. We are indeed not the same as before."

"By the way, where is the master? Is he coming back? Send someone to wait at the second gate. If he comes back, ask him to come see me."

"What a coincidence! Before the master left, he sent someone to tell you that he would talk to the old lady when he came back, so you should wait at home."

Old Madam Jiang looked puzzled. Naturally, what she wanted to talk to her son about was about her grandson's marriage, but what did her son want to talk to her about?
She got up from the couch and sat on the kang chair next to her. She picked up the comb on the table and combed her hair, then began to speak.

"Okay, let's have someone bring some food over first. My stomach is so empty this early in the morning."

"Yes, old lady."

While Mother Du went downstairs to make arrangements, Old Madam Jiang started changing her clothes on her own, with a hint of joy in her eyes. After all, she still remembered some of what she said before she got drunk, and she was naturally happy when she thought that her grandson's marriage was looking forward to it.