Building a long-lasting family lineage starting with genealogy

Chapter 46 Marriage
"Miss Wu, we've only just met, isn't that a bit much?"

Xu Mingyuan began to stammer as he spoke.

"Could it be anything?"

“Your Xu family and my Wu family are well-matched. Now that we’ve met, I think you’re good-looking, stronger than me, and the atmosphere of the Xu family is what I admire. I’m willing to marry you. Don’t you want to marry me?”

"Could it be that I am not pleasing to your eyes, Second Young Master Xu, and you despise me?"

“Of course not.” Xu Mingyuan waved his hands repeatedly, his eyes showing a look of being unable to resist. “Miss Wu is straightforward, unlike any other woman I have ever met, which is admirable.”

"Isn't that okay?"

"But we have no feelings."

"emotion?"

Miss Wu chuckled and covered her mouth with her hand. "So, what Young Master Xu yearns for is the mutual love and perfect match depicted in vernacular novels."

"Pretty much, that's how it is with my older brother and sister-in-law."

"Such cases do exist, but they are few and far between. When prominent families marry, they mostly consider the family background and character of the individuals, and whether the marriage can bring benefits to each other's families."

If it is possible, then we shall marry. As for feelings, we can get to know each other slowly after marriage. If we really cannot get along, we can simply leave each other alone. I will absolutely not prevent Second Young Master Xu from taking concubines.

Miss Wu smiled gently and said, "You are a business genius praised by all the heads of noble families. How could you not understand the benefits that our two families will gain from the marriage alliance?"

Xu Mingyuan thought about it again and again, feeling that something was not right, but at the same time he felt that there was no problem.

The Xu family is naturally not afraid of the Wu family, but as the most powerful family in Qingjiang County, and with a member of their family serving as the magistrate of Qingjiang County, the Wu family's foundation is still much stronger than that of the Xu family.

If he takes the lead, he might really unite with the other four powerful families to deal with the Xu family.

The Xu family's path will be extremely difficult.

A marriage alliance can ease tensions between the two sides, and by making some concessions, it can buy the Xu family several years or even more than a decade of development time.

He believed that by then, the Xu family would definitely be able to replace the Wu family as the number one family.

After some hesitation, Xu Mingyuan sighed, "Miss Wu, you've convinced me."

"I will tell my mother that I want to marry you."

"As for feelings, I guess we'll just have to cultivate them slowly."

Although both Xu Mingyuan and Xu Mingwei prioritize the Xu family, in matters of the heart, Xu Mingwei is persistent and loyal, while Xu Mingwei, having spent years dealing with various powerful families and wealthy merchants, is accustomed to weighing the pros and cons and calculating gains and losses in everything.

Even if he also hoped for a relationship like his older brother Xu Mingwei's, he couldn't help but weigh the pros and cons.

"It's a pleasure to work with you."

"Well, it's a pleasure to work with you."

Xu Mingyuan was both amused and exasperated, but also somewhat impressed by her. He figured only someone with her personality would dare to be so bold.

How could an ordinary young lady from a respectable family dare to speak so freely and frankly?

afterwards.

Xu Mingyuan told Xu Chuan about this.

Xu Chuan was also slightly taken aback, then smiled and said, "Such a woman is rare in the world. You are very lucky, A Yuan."

"The marriage your mother chose for you is very good; she is suitable to join my Xu family."

"She wants to pursue martial arts, and my Xu family will do everything in our power to help her."

"As for feelings, they'll develop over time!"

"Your mother and I are like that. If I had been picky back then, I'm afraid we wouldn't have you boys now."

"You don't need to worry about the marriage. Your mother will take care of it. Just remember to treat her well after she marries into the family."

"Yes, Dad."

late at night.

Xu Chuan also praised Bai Jing, saying that she had found a good match.

"Having spent so much time with my husband, I naturally know a thing or two about what kind of woman he admires."

"It's not like I'm marrying her, why would I pick someone I like?" Xu Chuan shook his head and chuckled.

"Because you are the head of the family. In the hearts of the children, your status is much higher than mine. If you are not satisfied, they will give up even if they like you."

Xu Chuan thought about it and realized that it was indeed true.

"My wife understands me. You've worked hard entertaining the Wu family today. I'll reward you properly."

"Dead look!"

When Xu Mingxuan and the others learned of this news, they all congratulated Xu Mingyuan.

The Wu family had discussed the marriage for a long time. They thought it was a good deal to exchange a less valued concubine's daughter for some benefits from the Xu family, so they agreed.

As for whether to deal with the Xu family later, we can take it one step at a time.

For a family with a long history, mere marriage ties are insignificant and can be severed at any time. The Wu family.

Youlan Courtyard.

This is the courtyard where the second wife of the Wu family patriarch resides.

Wu Rushan grew up here.

A brightly dressed lady entered the courtyard and saw Wu Rushan practicing boxing.

"Shan'er, good news."

"Little girl."

Wu Rushan stopped what she was doing, wiped the sweat from her forehead, and cupped her hands in a respectful gesture.

"Shan'er, your father has already agreed to the marriage alliance with the Xu family. The second young master of the Xu family is of excellent character and appearance in Qingjiang County, and you will be marrying into the family as the main wife."

"Finally, we can live a good life."

As she spoke, Madam Yanli lowered her head, took out a handkerchief, and wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes.

Wu Rushan is her daughter. She was born a concubine's daughter and was unconventional. She liked to practice martial arts and was not favored by her father.

It is a blessing from heaven that I have found such a good husband.

"No, we have to go to Yun'an Temple to fulfill our vow tomorrow. You're coming with me."

"Understood, Mother." Wu Rushan was delighted, but then asked curiously, "By the way, Mother, do you know why Father agreed?"

"Did you receive something promised by the Xu family?"

"I don't know, but this is a matter for the Xu family and your father to consider. What does it have to do with you? Don't ask too many questions. Just stay at home and wait to be married."

"The wedding date has been set?"

"It's still early. The formal betrothal gifts and marriage proposals haven't even been made yet. What, are you in such a hurry to get married?"

Madam Yanli smiled and said, "You met the Second Young Master Xu when you went to the Xu family with the First Madam last time, right? How was it? Is it as rumored?"

"He's not exactly handsome, but he's refined and dignified, humble and polite. Although he's known as a business prodigy and busy with business, he doesn't forget to practice martial arts, and his strength is above mine."

"You silly girl, it seems you've really fallen for the Xu family's boy."

"That's good. I can finally put my mind at ease. Oh, by the way, I remember there's a girl in his family, about ten years old. She's a good match for your brother Feng'er. Once you're married into the family, we can try to match them up."

"If you can marry the eldest daughter of the Xu family, Feng'er will definitely gain face in front of your father."

Wu Rushan smiled faintly and gave a casual reply.

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A month has passed in the blink of an eye.

The full moon celebration for the eldest grandson of the Xu family.

Naturally, many guests were invited to celebrate.

Wu Fangwang He Cao only came to the Wu family.

Many wealthy merchants were surprised to see the arrival of the Wu family patriarch and his wife, along with several others.

"How strange! The Wu family was at odds with the Xu family not long ago, yet they've come to celebrate for their eldest grandson today?"

Many families were perplexed.

When they had almost finished eating and drinking, Xu Chuan suddenly announced, "Everyone, I would like to thank you all for gracing my grandson's one-month celebration today."

"Besides that, Mr. Xu has another piece of good news to announce."

"My son, Mingyuan, will be engaged to the daughter of the Wu family head in six months. As for the wedding date, I have discussed it with the Wu family head. Given that both of them are still young, we have decided to hold the wedding next October."

"Haha, congratulations, Patriarch Xu, your family is truly blessed with good fortune."

"Yes, I never expected that we would become related by marriage with the Wu family so quietly."

The heads of the families all raised their glasses in celebration.

Xu Chuan said, "It's all thanks to Patriarch Wu's generosity; otherwise, how could my son have been able to ask for the hand in marriage with Patriarch Wu's beloved daughter?"

His words were so well-chosen that they saved face for the Wu family.

"Master Xu, you are too kind. It is my daughter who is honored to be married to you."

"Come, Brother Wu, let's drink to our hearts' content today."

The news spread throughout Qingjiang County the following day.

The Fang, Wang, He, and Cao families all visited the Wu family's door and left an hour later.

As for what was discussed, no one knows.

However, Qingjiang County remained calm and peaceful.

(End of this chapter)