Traveling through ancient times, the spy princess had everything going smoothly

Pang Ziqian held her hand and comforted her: "Don't worry, no matter what, we will face it together."

When they arrived at the Duke's Mansion, Pang Ziqian and Huang Yuting brought Ruirui to the main hall.

When the Duke's wife saw them, she smiled and said:

"Qian'er, Ting'er, you're back. Have you been okay in Prince Chen's Mansion these few days?"

After Pang Ziqian and Huang Yuting exchanged greetings, Pang Ziqian said:

"Mother, we are all fine in Prince Chen's Mansion. I wonder why you asked us to come back today?"

The Duke's wife sighed and said:

"Qian'er, I have found a marriage for your cousin and the meeting will be held today.

The other party is a young and promising scholar named Han Kun. Although his family background is ordinary, he has good character. He is currently a juren and has a good chance of passing the imperial examination and becoming a jinshi next year. He is also a good match for your cousin. His wife died of childbirth complications, so his family arranged for him to remarry.

Your third aunt and cousin want you to join them in the discussion."

Pang Ziqian and Huang Yuting looked at each other, and Huang Yuting said:

"Mother, this is a good thing. As long as my cousin likes it, we naturally have no objection."

The Duke's wife nodded and said:

"That's good. I also hope Shuang'er can find a good home and stop clinging to the past."

After that, the Duke's wife took Huang Yuting's hand and said, "Yuting, mother wanted Ziqian to marry Shuang'er before, firstly because of your third aunt's request, and secondly because she wanted Ziqian to have more children.

Now, mother knows Ziqian's situation, and it cannot be changed. Fortunately, you already have a son."

The Duke's wife sighed, patted Huang Yuting's hand, and said:

"Mother has no other requests, except that you raise Rui'er well, protect Ziqian's only child, live a good life, and stop making me worry."

Pang Ziqian and Huang Yuting quickly responded, "Yes, mother, don't worry. My husband and I will definitely teach Rui'er well and live up to your expectations."

Soon, Madam Lin, Shuang'er and the scholar arrived at the Duke's Mansion one after another.

Mrs. Lin was smiling and walking in front holding Shuang'er's hand. Han Kun followed closely behind, looking a little nervous.

When the Duke's wife saw them coming, she greeted them with a smile, "Everyone is here, please take a seat." Everyone bowed and took their seats.

Shuang'er looked reluctant, and glanced at Pang Ziqian from time to time, feeling unwilling in his heart.

Pang Ziqian and Huang Yuting looked calm and politely at Han Kun.

Han Kun looked at everyone, bowed slightly and said:

"Greetings to the Duke's wife, the Crown Prince, and the Crown Prince's wife. Greetings to Madam Lin and Miss Shuang'er. It is my honor to meet you today."

The Duke's wife nodded and said:

"Mr. Han, there is no need to be so polite. I asked you to come here today so that you can get to know each other.

Mr. Han is extremely talented and has a promising future. Shuang'er is also a smart woman. I hope you can get to know each other well.

Don't worry, whether what happens today is successful or not, it won't be spread out, and it won't affect the reputation of either of you."

Young Master Han bowed and thanked her, "Thank you, Madam, for your consideration."

The Duke's wife smiled and said, "I have already told you two about your situation. Shuang'er, come here quickly."

The Duke's wife waved to Shuang'er, and when Shuang'er came closer, she said to him:

"This is Mr. Han, you two should get to know each other."

Han Kun took a step forward and bowed as an equal: "Han Kun greets Miss Lin."

Shuang Er knew that she couldn't be rude, so she bowed and said, "Shuang Er greets Mr. Han."

Mrs. Lin watched the two of them from the side and was quite satisfied with Han Kun. She nodded to the Duke's wife.

The Duke's wife understood and said, "The plum blossoms in the backyard are in full bloom. Why don't Master Han and Shuang'er go to the backyard together to enjoy the plum blossoms?"

Han Kun bowed and saluted, "In that case, I would rather obey your command."

After the two men left, the Duke's wife spoke first: "Do you think there is hope for Master Han and Shuang'er?"

Mrs. Lin smiled and said:

"This Mr. Han is a handsome man, and he is also a successful candidate in the imperial examination. He has a promising future. I think he is a perfect match for Shuang'er. I just hope Shuang'er will agree to this marriage and seize this opportunity."

Pang Ziqian frowned slightly and said:

"This Mr. Han is really good. As long as my cousin takes this matter seriously, good things will surely come to fruition."

Huang Yuting nodded in agreement: "My husband is right. Mr. Han is well-mannered, young and promising. He is really a good match."

The Duke's wife sighed and said, "Then we will wait for good news. Third sister, let's drink tea while we wait."

Mrs. Lin nodded and said:

"Second sister, you have to persuade Shuang'er more later. If she misses Master Han, it will be difficult for her to find such a suitable person in the future."

"Don't worry, I also hope Shuang'er can be happy, and I will help persuade her."

Here, Shuang'er and Han Kun came to the backyard and looked at the plum blossoms in full bloom, but Shuang'er showed little interest.

She walked absent-mindedly, glancing at the backyard door from time to time, thinking only of how to end this meeting as quickly as possible so that she could continue planning how to marry Pang Ziqian.

Han Kun looked at Shuang'er and felt a little helpless. He coughed lightly, trying to break the awkward atmosphere:

"Miss Lin, these plum blossoms are so beautiful. Do you like them?"

Shuang'er glanced at Meihua indifferently and said perfunctorily: "Well, it's okay."

Han Kun frowned slightly, but continued: "I heard that the young lady is very talented. I wonder what hobbies the young lady has?"

Shuang'er said impatiently: "I don't have any hobbies."

Han Kun paused, then said, "What does the girl expect from our future?"

Shuang'er sneered in her heart. In the future she only hoped to marry Pang Ziqian and become the mistress of the Duke's Mansion.

But she naturally couldn't say that, so she just replied coldly: "I don't have any expectations."

Han Kun felt like he was performing a one-man show and felt a little lost.

He looked at Shuang'er and said, "Miss Lin seems very dissatisfied with me?"

Shuang'er glanced at him and said, "You and I are not the same kind of people, so how can we talk about satisfaction or dissatisfaction?"

Han Kun was silent for a moment, and then said, "In that case, I will return to the Duke's wife soon, and I will not disturb you any more."

Han Kun turned around and asked, but was stopped by Shuang'er.

“Master Han, we are not destined to be together, but my aunt and my mother have high expectations for us.

It's Chinese New Year now, I hope you don't tell them that we didn't make it, and wait until after the Lantern Festival to reject them, okay?"

After listening to Shuang'er's words, Han Kun felt that although the two of them did not like each other, he felt that this girl was still filial, so he said, "Miss Lin, considering the kindness of the Duke's wife and Madam Lin, Han will agree to this matter."

Shuang'er's eyes flashed with joy, and she quickly said, "Thank you, Mr. Han."

She secretly thought that this period of time was a good opportunity for her to continue planning how to marry her cousin. As long as she could get through the Lantern Festival, everything would turn around.

Han Kun looked at Shuang'er's expression and couldn't help feeling a little confused, but he didn't dare to ask too much.

He sighed and said, "Then I will take my leave first. Miss, please do as you please."

After saying that, he turned and left, leaving Shuang'er standing alone in the backyard.

Shuang'er looked at Han Kun's receding back, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, revealing a smug smile.

She thought to herself: "As long as I have this time, I can definitely find a way to get my cousin to marry me." Then she slowly returned to the main hall.

After Han Kun returned to the hall, he left the Duke's Mansion on the pretext of going home to ask his mother for instructions.

When Shuang'er came back, everyone in the main hall was still talking about Han Kun and Shuang'er.

Seeing Shuang'er coming back, the Duke's wife hurriedly asked, "Shuang'er, did you have a good chat with Master Han in the backyard?"

Shuang'er smiled perfunctorily and said, "Aunt, it's OK. Young Master Han is quite good."

The Duke's wife and Mrs. Lin looked at each other, and a glimmer of hope ignited in their hearts.

Little did they know that Shuang'er already had other plans in mind, and this meeting was just a way for her to delay time.

"Good, good, it looks like this marriage is a done deal." The Duke's wife said happily.

Mrs. Lin also agreed, "It seems that I have to prepare Shuang'er's dowry when I go back."

Shuang Er thought of the scene of marrying her cousin and smiled, "Yes, please mother, please prepare it for me. I will definitely marry in a grand manner."

After saying that, Shuang'er looked at Huang Yuting with pride and provocation in his eyes.

Huang Yuting's heart choked and she felt inexplicably blocked. Could it be that her cousin was still thinking about getting married?

While she was thinking, she heard Shuang'er ask her: "Cousin, you will definitely bless me, right?"