As matchmaker Deng stepped into the gate of the Xie family, the smile on her face became more and more intense, and the thick makeup seemed to be shaken off by her smile. She shouted in a shrill voice: "Oh, Mr. Xie, Madam Xie, happy events have come to your door. You look so radiant today. It seems that this happy event has brought you blessings in advance!" After that, she twisted her bloated body, took a few quick steps forward, took Qian's hand, and patted it gently.

"Mrs. Yao is here." When Qian saw Mrs. Yao just stepping into the threshold, she hurriedly stood up and walked towards the door. With a smile on her face, she greeted Mrs. Yao warmly.

"Hello, Madam Xie." Madam Yao's attitude was not enthusiastic, but she just politely returned the greeting. Her eyes fell on Cheng Hui behind Qian, "Who is this?"

Qian introduced, "This is my fourth brother's wife."

Madam Yao nodded: "So it's Madam Xie."

Xie Wanxing grabbed Cheng Hui's sleeve and wanted to laugh. This was the first time someone called her mother so seriously. It sounded so awkward and funny. Everyone in Xie's village called her "Songlin's Wife" all the time. Even Li would just call her "Madam" in a serious manner.

Cheng Hui also felt like laughing, and the slight upward curve of her lips almost gave her away. However, she quickly realized the seriousness of the occasion and quickly adjusted her expression, a gentle and dignified smile reappearing on her face: "Mrs. Yao."

After a few pleasantries from matchmaker Deng, who introduced them like a machine gun, both parties took their seats in the main hall one by one.

With the matchmaker present, the atmosphere naturally wouldn't cool down. Deng twisted his bloated body, walked quickly to Yao Yufang's side with small steps, grabbed his arm, and dragged Yao Yufang into the hall like an eagle catching a chick.

"This is the eldest son of our Yao family, Madam Xie and Master Xie. Look at him, he's as tall and straight as a pine tree, and he's incredibly handsome. He's currently studying at the town academy, and he's a leader among his peers. If Miss Xie marries him, she'll surely enjoy a life of happiness."

As she spoke, she nudged Yao Yufang lightly with her elbow. Yao Yufang simply bowed slightly, his expression still somewhat indifferent. A polite smile played on the corner of his mouth. He bowed to Xie Songbai and Qian and said, "Greetings, Mr. Xie and Mrs. Xie."

Seeing this, Xie Songbai nodded slightly, a look of scrutiny flashing in his eyes as he looked at the eldest son of the Yao family. Qian Shi, with a gentle smile on her face, said softly, "Master Yao, there's no need to be so polite."

The matchmaker cleared her throat, and the exaggerated smile on her face faded slightly. She put on a serious expression, and her eyes swept over Xie Songbai and Qian's faces one by one before she slowly spoke:

"Master Xie, Madam Xie, we have come here today with the full sincerity of the Yao family. As you can see, the eldest son of the Yao family is a handsome and talented man, and your daughter is gentle and virtuous, both of whom are well-known for their virtue. Madam Yao has also heard of them and has always praised them highly. The Yao family is interested in forming a marriage with the Xie family so that these two children can be together."

The matchmaker paused at this point, then looked at Qian, a smile on her lips again. She continued, "Madam Xie, think about it, if Yao Dalang and Miss Xie get married, they will be a perfect match made in heaven. Mr. Yao is so outstanding, he will definitely achieve great success in his career in the future. Miss Xie will definitely enjoy happiness if she marries him. This is a perfect match for both parties."

The matchmaker spoke with great joy and eloquence, praising Yao Yufang and Xie Rou as a perfect match made in heaven. However, everyone present knew the ins and outs of this matter. This marriage had been discussed in advance, and now this proposal was, after all, just a formality.

Xie Songbai sat upright in the chair, nodded slightly, with a faint smile on his face, but his eyes revealed a calmness that seemed to see through everything.

Qian also had a smile on her face, agreeing with the matchmaker's words from time to time. Occasionally, her eyes would fall on Yao Yufang, the eldest son of the Yao family, and she would secretly look at this young man who was about to become her son-in-law. The marriage was already decided, and now she just had to cooperate to complete the proposal process.

Mrs. Yao also knew what was going on. She sat there gracefully, gently stroking the corner of her clothes, her eyes occasionally meeting with Yao Ling, who was sitting beside her. She followed the matchmaker's instructions and expressed the Yao family's attitude according to the established process: "Master Xie, Mrs. Xie, we sincerely hope to marry into the Xie family. We hope you will agree."

Yao Yufang stood quietly aside, his expression still a little indifferent, as if all this lively scene was a little alienated from him. When he saw his mother speak, he just bowed slightly, and saluted Xie Songbai and Qian, then returned to his quiet standing appearance, silently waiting for the proposal process to end quickly.

Qian finally spoke up, "Madam Yao, I have one more condition to ask before we get married."

"Thank you, Madam."

"After the wedding, Rou'er will live with your eldest son in town. Can you let her continue to look after her fourth uncle's shop?" Qian looked at Cheng Hui and said, "10% of the profits from this shop will be added to Rou'er's dowry and taken to the Yao family, so she can be considered to be looking after her own shop."

Yao Yufang's indifferent expression changed slightly when he heard that. He frowned and was about to speak, but he subconsciously raised his head and his eyes met his mother's. There was a warning and suggestion in that look, telling him not to say too much.

Yao Yufang pursed his lips, swallowed back the words that were on the tip of his tongue, and ultimately did not speak again.

Madam Yao said, "I respect Rou'er. It's a good thing for her to have her own things to do. Naturally, I agree."

"As elders, we should support children's own ideas. Rou'er can work in the shop, which not only kills time but also broadens her horizons. She will have more topics to talk about when she gets along with Yufang in the future." Madam Yao looked at Cheng Hui and nodded slightly. "Thank you, Madam Four, and thank you for giving Rou'er this opportunity."

Cheng Hui said, "Mrs. Yao, you are too kind. Rou'er is a good girl and she is my niece. I will naturally take care of her."

Yao Ling couldn't help but say, "Fourth Madam, your business is doing well. I heard that Boss Xie recently took over the business of Hanfeng Academy?"

Xie Wanxing frowned as she hid behind Cheng Hui. She had originally thought that a family like the Yao family must have some purpose for suddenly proposing to marry Xie Rou. But now, Yao Ling's rash question seemed too unwise to her. They had just proposed marriage, but she was already so eager to reveal her purpose.

Cheng Hui naturally understood. She smiled faintly and said, "Ms. Yao, I've been taking care of the children at home and haven't been too involved in the family business. However, no matter what business you do, it's all to support your family."

Tap the screen to use advanced tools Tip: You can use left and right keyboard keys to browse between chapters.

You'll Also Like