Bring your aunt to eat big meat, the scumbag father's family is furious

Chu Zhuo saw the confusion on Qiao Jian'er's face and said, "It's like this. A month ago, there was a heavy rainstorm in this area. My horse slipped and I fell off the mountain road. My leg was injured and I couldn't walk. Rou'er's carriage happened to pass by. She and her servants came down the mountain road, carried me up, and placed me at the Shi family for treatment."

"If Rou'er hadn't been there in that situation, with all the thunder and lightning and the constant downpour, I don't know what would have happened. The place where I fell was a pit, and the accumulated water might have drowned me."

"Rou'er is enthusiastic and kind. After spending some time together, I decided to propose to her. Thank God for giving me this blessing. The Shi family has agreed to my marriage. In half a month, it will be our wedding date."

"Later, I heard from Rou'er that she had gotten rid of a scumbag and was happily out having fun when she saw me in trouble."

Chu Zhuo continued: "Miss Qiao, if you hadn't saved Rou'er, Rou'er wouldn't have met me. You saved me by chance, and you are also my benefactor."

There was sincerity in the boy's eyes, and Qiao Jianer believed that Shi Murou had chosen the right person this time.

Qiao Jianer waved her hand: "You don't have to be polite to me. You were saved entirely because of Sister Shi. Just treat her well in the future."

She looked at Chu Zhuo carefully: "However, Brother Chu's accent doesn't sound like someone from our area."

Chu Zhuo smiled and said, "I'm from Sichuan County, six hundred miles away from here."

"Then how——"

"I'm here to take up my post at the Guanning Iron Cavalry Station. You should know that I'm serving as the Lieutenant General there."

Qiao Lian'er was surprised. She had looked through the books on the relevant positions of this dynasty. In the garrison, this position was above the captain and below the general. In other words, Chu Zhuo had become the second-in-command of a garrison at such a young age.

Either he has a strong family background or he has made great contributions, or both, otherwise it would be impossible for him to sit in this position at such a young age.

"General Chu has fought in a war before?" Qiao Jianer asked.

"I've participated in several major battles and made some contributions. The Emperor has bestowed upon me the rank of General of the Central Army. This is a tremendous blessing from Heaven. I just feel that my qualifications and abilities are insufficient, so I constantly remind myself to continuously improve and become a general who can truly shoulder great responsibilities."

Others were young and successful and felt proud, but Chu Zhuo alone felt that he had not done enough and was unworthy of the emperor's attention.

Qiao Jianer looked at him with a higher opinion again.

"General Chu's home is six hundred miles away. So, Sister Shi will be marrying far away."

Thinking that she might not see Shi Murou again in the future, Qiao Jianer felt a little disappointed.

Chu Zhuo laughed. "I have several brothers at home, so it's no big deal for me to be the son-in-law of the Shi family. Now that I've been transferred here, I may stay here for the rest of my life. It's a little far from home, but fortunately I've met someone I can cherish for the rest of my life, so I might as well put down roots here."

When he said this, Shi Murou looked at him with a sweet expression.

"Sister Shi, Brother Chu, congratulations." Qiao Jianer offered them a cup of tea.

After chatting for a while and finishing the snacks, everyone parted ways.

"When the time comes, I will have someone send you an invitation. You must come." Shi Murou said.

"Well, definitely."

Qiao Lian'er thought that when the time comes, she will also prepare a gift for Shi Murou.

The others also bought what they needed, filled three backpacks, and got on the ox cart to go home.

Old Mrs. Qiao counted, "In addition to the things I mentioned yesterday, I also bought ten sections of smoked sausage, a jar of Bamboo Leaf Green, four kinds of Beijing fruit, and fifty kilograms of wedding cakes."

"I originally thought that Sijing Fruit was not sold, so I didn't mention it yesterday. I didn't expect that I could buy it in this small place, but it's a little expensive."

"Fifty kilograms of wedding cakes, you'll have to carry them when the time comes."

"Mother, that's enough, it's quite respectable enough," said Feng. "Even a wedding in town wouldn't be so well prepared."

"Only families with a bit more money in the county town could prepare so many gifts."

"For families like those in the village, they prepare two or three pieces of clothing, plus a few taels of betrothal money, and that's about it."

Old Mrs. Qiao snorted, "I just want to show those who say that our Qiao family's grandson can't find a wife and will be extinct."

But it was not just about being nice to the girl from the Ling family and giving face to the Ling family. She had been holding a breath and wanted to let it out.

"After Dayong gets married, it will be Dacheng, Xier girl."

"Grandma, I'm not in a hurry. I'll wait another one or two years and spend more time at home with everyone." said Qiao Xier.

Her words reminded Old Lady Qiao: "The family our Qiao family's daughter marries must be open-minded and allow her to return to her parents' home whenever she wants."

"With such a big yard, everyone has a big room. Isn't it for everyone to live in?"

"So if you find a suitable family, settle on it, otherwise she'll be snatched away by someone else. In these villages, there are only a few families with good family traditions that are suitable for marriage when you reach the age. Xi'er, don't be reluctant. You can come back to the Qiao family anytime-"

As Mrs. Qiao was speaking, Qiao Yunni nudged her with her elbow and hinted at her with her eyes.

Old Mrs. Qiao suddenly remembered.

The old man in the family had already found a good man for Xier, and she was still here trying to find a marriage for Xier.

I'm getting old and confused.

"Oh, let's consider your brother Dayong and brother Dacheng's marriage first. We can talk about your matter later. Our Xi'er is only fifteen years old and still young."

She actually liked Mu Xinghe, that child.

It's pitiful to have no parents, but if Xier really marries him, there will be less trouble in getting along with him, which will be less of a worry.

Seeing that Old Mrs. Qiao suddenly changed her mind, Qiao Xier showed a hint of confusion on her face.

And just now, the mother and daughter exchanged glances, as if they were hiding something from him.

Qiao Lian'er also remembered this incident. Counting the days, the exam should have ended and the results announced, and Mu Xinghe should have returned.

Speak of the devil and he will appear. A figure appeared in front of him, carrying a book box on his back and walking forward step by step.

"Brother Xinghe." Qiao Jianer shouted.

Mu Xinghe turned his head, his face full of confidence and his eyes shining.

Old Mrs. Qiao asked the driver to stop the ox cart and let Mu Xinghe get on.

"Xinghe, you're back."

After traveling all the way, Mu Xinghe's face looked a little haggard, but he seemed to be supported by something and looked very energetic.

"Well, have a safe journey." Mu Xinghe only reported good news and not bad news. When he arrived at the county town, his money was almost gone, and he had to walk dozens of miles back step by step.

He was tired and hungry, but in a good mood.

He subconsciously glanced at Qiao Xier. She had changed into a floral dress, which made her face look as fresh as a flower, and her eyes were sparkling.

During this period, her figure occasionally flashed through his mind, but he told himself not to think too much and concentrate on preparing for the exam.

Feng asked, "Have you finished the exams?"

"I've finished the exam and have been admitted as a government stipend student."