Red Mansion: Holding Space and Marrying Like the Sea

Jia Zheng and Lady Wang were discussing the marriage of Jia Baoyu and Lin Daiyu in their room. They eventually decided to have Jia Zheng personally discuss the matter with Jia Min. So, Jia Zheng went to Jia Min's residence, inquired about her well-being, and offered to take anything from the storehouse if needed. If the family didn't have it, Lady Wang would send someone to buy it.

Jia Min looked at her second brother and understood his purpose. However, she couldn't help but feel a little amused and embarrassed by his deliberate attempts to find a topic. She replied lazily, "Second brother, how did you find the time to come here today? Just tell me what you want to say. There's no need to beat around the bush."

When Jia Zheng heard what Jia Min said, his face flushed slightly, and he looked a little embarrassed. After hesitating for a moment, he asked, "Sister, what do you think of our nephew Baoyu?" Jia Min rolled her eyes secretly, thinking that this was a question she already knew the answer to. But she still smiled and replied, "Nephew Baoyu is smart, kind-hearted, talented, and considerate to girls." Hearing his sister's praise of Baoyu, Jia Zheng was secretly delighted, thinking that this marriage had a chance of success. He continued, "Sister, Baoyu has reached the right age to get married. We should arrange a marriage for him as soon as possible."

Jia Min chuckled softly and said softly, "I understand what you mean, second brother. But marriage is a serious matter, and it requires mutual affection. Baoyu is a good man, but I wonder if he has found someone he loves?" Jia Zheng said hurriedly, "I haven't heard him mention that. However, I see that he and your niece Daiyu get along very well and have a very good relationship."

Jia Min's lips curled up slightly, a hint of worry in her eyes. She said softly, "Second brother, this is just your opinion. Besides, Daiyu has been frail and sickly since childhood and needs careful care. And Wang Shi has never liked us, mother and daughter. If Daiyu were to marry into her family, I'm afraid she wouldn't be able to bear such a blessing."

Jia Zheng hastened to console her, saying, "You worry too much, sister. Baoyu is deeply in love with Daiyu and will certainly take good care of her. Besides, I have come to discuss this matter with you after consulting with Wang Shi. She has no objection to this match and is even quite satisfied with it. Besides, our niece Daiyu is well-educated and comes from a distinguished family; there is no reason for us not to like her."

Jia Min was silent for a moment, a hint of worry in her eyes. She and Daiyu had originally planned to marry into the Rongguo Mansion, but now, seeing the Jia family's lack of successors, she couldn't help but hesitate. After all, this was a matter of great importance to her daughter Daiyu's life and happiness. So she said, "This matter is of great importance. Let me think it over."

Jia Min sighed softly and continued, "Brother, I understand you're thinking about Baoyu, but this ultimately concerns Daiyu's lifelong happiness. I'd still like to hear Daiyu's own opinion. If she's willing, I naturally wouldn't object." Jia Zheng nodded in understanding, then replied, "Well, then, let's wait until Daiyu returns and ask her about her wishes." Just then, light footsteps were heard from outside, and Lin Daiyu slowly entered the room. She bowed to everyone, then stood quietly to the side. Jia Min looked at Daiyu tenderly and asked softly, "Yu'er, are you willing to marry Baoyu?" A faint blush crept across Daiyu's cheeks at her mother's question, and she lowered her head without saying a word. Seeing this, Jia Min stopped questioning and turned to Jia Zheng, saying, "Let's put this matter aside for now. I'll discuss it with Yu'er later." Although Jia Zheng was somewhat disappointed, he had no choice but to do so. He stood up and said goodbye, leaving the Jia residence. Jia Min looked at his departing back, thinking secretly in her heart.