Red Mansion and Crimson Pearl

Baoyu and Daiyu’s marriage.

Aunt Meng lowered her eyes.

Yesterday, after Lin Daiyu and I went to bed, someone quietly called Zijuan away and she didn't come back until a long time later.

After breakfast, Daiyu told herself that it was Jia's mother, Mrs. Wang and Wang Xifeng who together asked the emperor about his attitude towards Daiyu, whether he treated him as a son or a nephew, or as a woman.

Zijuan tried to explain, and even said: The emperor has all the women he wants, and he has never even seen our girl, why is he so stupid to be so nice to our girl? It's obvious that he is caring for his weak nephews!

But the expressions of these people at that time clearly showed disbelief.

At least, what he showed to Zijuan was that he didn't believe what he said.

Daiyu also told Aunt Meng that this was better, as they would probably not dare to make excessive plans for themselves.

It seems that Zijuan is still naive.

This was clearly a test to find out that the Emperor really had no romantic feelings for Daiyu. Then they could let go and directly tie Daiyu back to Jia's chariot!

"Although it's not my place to talk about this matter..." Aunt Meng raised her head and looked at Grandmother Jia seriously, "However, I have taken care of Miss Lin for the past six months and we have gotten along very well. I really can't help but want to ask the old lady for advice."

Grandmother Jia smiled and stretched out her hand: "Please speak."

"A few months ago, your second master Bao was struck by a nightmare, but no one in the mansion took it seriously. It was Miss Lin who suggested that a thorough investigation should be conducted, and Miss Yuanyang then found the culprit.

"But the second wife of Guifu, Madam Wang, the mother of Master Bao, brought people to Lixiang Courtyard and cursed loudly with foul language, saying that Miss Lin was not allowed to covet her precious son.

“Regardless of whether what happened in the past was right or wrong, I am just wondering why the old lady would propose the marriage between Miss Lin and Master Bao under such circumstances?

"Could it be that the Second Madam has changed her personality?"

Aunt Meng smiled.

Grandmother Jia was kind and graceful, without a trace of embarrassment - she was really experienced: "Last night, Baoyu's parents came to me personally and said that since the mourning period has come, it's time to plan for Lin girl's marriage.

"I am old, and as a woman, my vision is narrow. I just hope that my beloved granddaughter and granddaughter can stay in front of me for a long time. What's more, they are cousins ​​who have been childhood sweethearts and have a very good relationship.

"It was me who proposed this marriage. Baoyu's mother had wrongly blamed Lin girl before, and she felt so guilty that she agreed as soon as she heard it. Baoyu's father was Lin sister's uncle, and he loved this child very much, so he naturally didn't say anything.

"Moreover, I had already mentioned this matter to Ruhai three years ago when I sent Lian'er to Jiangnan. Although Ruhai didn't have time to finalize the matter with him, he agreed to it between words.

"Since ancient times, children's marriages have been arranged by their parents and matchmakers. We will follow the etiquette. Please rest assured about this, aunt."

Aunt Meng nodded, pretending to understand something, and said, "So that's how it is. Then I'll go back and tell Supervisor Tao and see what he means."

Grandmother Jia nodded with a smile.

"But the old lady may have to wait. Yesterday, Supervisor Tao came over and said that there were several important matters in the court these days and he was very busy.

"I think the old lady knows about this. His Majesty has just given Miss Lin a letter. Now we are about to discuss Miss Lin's marriage. I think we should report this to His Majesty as well."

Aunt Meng explained everything politely.

Grandmother Jia was stunned: "Do we really need to disturb His Majesty about the marriage of our children? We can submit a memorial ourselves and ask Concubine Xiande to issue an order to grant the marriage. That's it."

"I have been in the palace for many years and I know that His Majesty likes to join in such festive occasions. If you hide it from him, he will be unhappy." Aunt Meng teased a few words and then stood up to say goodbye.

Grandmother Jia hurriedly wanted to keep her to try other dishes, but Aunt Meng declined: "I'm full."

Back at Lixiangyuan, Aunt Meng went straight to Daiyu's room.

Everyone is waiting for news.

Xiaohong also came back and stood behind Daiyu.

"This place is really uninhabitable." Aunt Meng stepped into the room and saw that everyone inside was her family. She said, "Pack your luggage and get ready to leave."

Daiyu was stunned and looked at her: "Aren't you asking about my property?"

"They're going to eat you right away!" Aunt Meng touched a teacup on the table, poured some water into it and drank it all in one gulp. "If you don't leave now, I'm afraid these black-hearted thieves will make it a done deal!"

Qingwen and Xueyan looked at each other.

Xiao Hong was the first to react, her eyes widened in disbelief: "They want Miss Lin to marry Master Bao!?"

Qingwen and Xueyan opened their eyes wide, and Zijuan even thought it was ridiculous: "Didn't you say that you suspected the emperor wanted our girl to enter the palace? Why are you still..."

Suddenly she bit her lip and choked, tears welling up in her eyes. "Okay, okay! So you were trying to trick me yesterday! I thought..."

Xiaohong grabbed her hand.

The room was silent and everyone looked at Lin Daiyu.

After a long while, Lin Daiyu smiled softly and said, "Grandmother has always had this intention. No matter what I say, she is still so stubborn. That's fine.

"I think my second aunt looked at the numbers in the account book...

"Could it be that I have more money than the Xue family? It seems that the Xue family's imperial business is not doing very well!

"As for Sister Feng, she's probably just here to make up the numbers..."

Having said this, Lin Daiyu's throat seemed to be blocked and she could no longer speak. Her eyelids trembled slightly and two lines of hot tears rolled down.

The old lady didn't even ask herself a question, and just handed herself to Baoyu like an object.

Does it mean that as long as her precious grandson likes it, no matter who or what it is, he must be put in his room and left to his own devices!?

At this moment, someone suddenly knocked on the gate.

No one moved, just letting the door ring.

After a while, there were some whispers and laughter, and Chunxian walked in quickly holding a large vat, which contained several lotus buds that were about to bloom.

"Look, girl! There are two flowers on this branch. They are twin lotus flowers!"

Chunxian was totally unaware of the strange atmosphere in the room, she just squatted there and stared at the lotus in the jar, her cheeks full of joy. Qingwen glared at her, but she didn't even notice.

"Who sent it?" Daiyu had wiped her tears and her eyes fell on the delicate petals.

Chunxian giggled, "Master Bao brought it personally! Yesterday people said Master Bao was ill, but now I see he is doing very well, with a rosy complexion.

"Master Bao also said that these are the first few lotus flowers that have just bloomed in the garden, and he gave them to the girl to enjoy first. There are also two osmanthus trees in the garden, which are also in full bloom. He will send some osmanthus flowers tomorrow!"

Lin Daiyu's expression was extremely indifferent: "Why didn't you ask him why he didn't make a fuss to come in and see me this time?"

"Of course I asked!" Chun Xian smiled and looked up, "Second Master Bao said that according to etiquette, two people who are engaged should not meet before the wedding, for fear of bad luck!"

Lin Daiyu looked at her without saying a word.

Chun Xian stood up in a daze, took two steps back awkwardly, put away her smile, and a hint of fear flashed in her eyes.

Qingwen, who was standing next to her, was so angry that her eyes were about to pop out. She immediately lifted her skirt and took two steps over, kicking the jar over: "Fuck the twin lotuses!"