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

Ouyang Yi had been observing the sisters' movements. He needed to avoid Lin Songyan's sight, lest Lin Songyan think that what he said was to alienate him and Qiao Zhizhi, or that he had other intentions.

The two sisters stood side by side beside the hot spring pool. In the pool, there were large flowers that looked like lotus flowers, but were not lotus flowers. They were in bloom in various colors. They were surrounded by clouds and mist, creating a very artistic scene.

"Princess Feiluan, Miss Zhizhi." Ouyang Yi greeted with a smile.

"Hello, Mr. Ouyang." Qiao Jianer nodded.

"I like visiting Prince Heng's Mansion in winter the most. I am familiar with all kinds of flowers in this winter garden. Why don't I introduce them to you one by one?" Ouyang Yi said slowly.

"Okay." Qiao Lianer agreed.

The other party's target was Sister Zhizhi, and since he had come to her door, it was just the right opportunity for her to get information.

She pretended to be very interested in the names of those winter flowers and asked Ouyang Yi for advice.

Ouyang Yi's answers were specific and detailed, and he even extended them to include categories and implications. It was obvious that he read a lot.

However, when he answered, his eyes were always on Qiao Zhizhi's face, with a hint of subtle warmth.

When Qiao Zhizhi saw Qiao Jianer performing, she followed suit.

"When we came in just now, we saw Young Master Ouyang and Young Master Lin together. You two seem to be familiar with each other." Qiao Jianer asked.

"We have been good friends since we were young, just like brothers." Ouyang Yi smiled.

"Brother Lin is two years older than me and should be married. Two years ago, my family asked two girls out, but Brother Lin was not satisfied with either. He is a sentimental person and said that he should only choose the one he likes."

"Fortunately, this year, we finally have some progress."

Qiao Zhizhi's eyelids twitched. She had a hunch that Ouyang Yi was definitely not talking about her.

"How is it, Mr. Lin, do you have someone you like?" Qiao Lianer asked.

"It's hard to say whether Brother Lin likes it or not. In the past, Brother Lin was still young, so he just declined the offer. But now Brother Lin is nineteen years old, almost coming of age, and still hasn't found a marriage. Naturally, his parents want to settle it early."

"A few days ago, the Sun family's parents came to visit the Lin family. Both sides were very satisfied with each other. Although the fifth daughter of the Sun family is not very talented, she is clean, lively and likable. I think they will be engaged soon."

After hearing this, Qiao Zhizhi's face darkened a little and she bit her lip.

She also asked why Sun Hetang wanted to get close to Lin Songyan. It turned out that the parents of both parties had reached a common wish.

Qiao Jianer squeezed Qiao Zhizhi's hand.

"But just now I saw Miss Sun approaching Master Lin, and he seemed eager to escape. Perhaps he wasn't very willing."

"For a marriage to a wealthy family, liking someone is the least of the worries. I could have used that as an excuse before, but now I can't put it off any longer. It's the parents' orders and the matchmaker's words. Every child from a wealthy family has gone through this." Ouyang Yi said, "But feelings can be cultivated after marriage. With time, they'll definitely become more important."

"The Lin family is a century-old family, and the Sun family has been stable for decades. There is no better match than this." Ouyang Yi's words had hidden meaning.

Qiao Jianer understood that this was a disdain for the Qiao family because they were a new elite and whether they could maintain long-term stability in the future was still unproven.

"What kind of aristocratic family does Master Ouyang care about?"

Ouyang Yi shook his head: "Our Ouyang family has a more open-minded family style. Whether it is an aristocratic family or an upstart, being able to stand on its own is a skill. We will not care about this."

These words were said intentionally for them to hear.

Qiao Jianer had never noticed that Ouyang Yi had shown any signs of concern for Qiao Zhizhi in the past.

He suddenly made the decision to marry Qiao Zhizhi. Was it his own idea or someone else's?

Seeing Ouyang Yi reaching out to pick the flowers, Qiao Jianer stopped him.

"Master Ouyang, these flowers look best on the branches. They will wither quickly if you pick them off."

Ouyang Yi smiled and said, "I was going to pick one and give it to Miss Zhizhi."

Qiao Zhizhi's face was indifferent and she remained unmoved.

"It's winter now. These flowers need the warm soil underground and the water mist to nourish them. We flower lovers shouldn't destroy a flower just for a moment of greed."

Ouyang Yi felt a little embarrassed and had to give up.

"Miss Zhizhi is really sharp-tongued."

Qiao Jianer also got the information he needed. There might be a deeper secret behind this matter, but Ouyang Yi could not reveal it.

In this way, his presence seems redundant.

"Sister Zhizhi and I want to talk about some private matters, and it is not convenient for other men to be present. Mr. Ouyang, please go ahead." Qiao Jianer said.

Ouyang Yi said tactfully, "In that case, I won't bother you anymore. Have fun, both of you."

When he left, he looked at Qiao Zhizhi again, seeming a little reluctant.

Qiao Zhizhi frowned. She felt that Ouyang Yi was a bit annoying.

Despite being so young, he already has a greasy vibe.

She knew that Ouyang Yi didn't like her at all, as if something was implanted in his body, pushing him to do something.

This makes the actions seem contrived.

But Ouyang Yi was just a passerby to her, and she didn't take him to heart at all.

Only the matters of the Sun family and the Lin family made her feel uneasy.

Even so, she did not lose her composure.

"Jia'er, I believe Master Lin must have consulted his parents long ago, but the Lin family's ideas are different from his."

"So the high-ranking families in the capital care so much about the aristocratic families. Our Qiao family is not weak either, but they look down on us."

Qiao Jianer thought seriously: "Maybe it's not a question of whether it's an aristocratic family or not."

"I always feel that there may be other reasons. Sister Zhizhi, wait a moment."

"Okay." Qiao Zhizhi said, "I believe that those who are destined to be together will be together even after overcoming countless obstacles. Those who are not destined to be together will hardly have a deeper connection in this life even if they often meet face to face."

Among the Qiao family, Qiao Jianer likes Qiao Zhizhi the most because she is stable, can analyze things calmly, and will not let herself fall into endless internal friction.

Moreover, Qiao Zhizhi's artistic achievements and respect for others have made her feel fulfilled. She has a more natural and follow-the-will state of mind and does not have too deep an obsession with men or marriage.

At the banquet, various singing, dancing, acrobatics, music and drama performances, as well as talent shows by young ladies and gentlemen from prominent families, continued until the evening. The atmosphere was filled with joy and happiness as the guests clinked glasses.

Qiao Zhizhi was painting from beginning to end, and finally completed an oil painting that was half a meter high and two meters wide, including all the people present. Of course, close-ups were used, and distant views were blurred, otherwise the painting would never be completed.

Everyone got up from their seats and came over to admire the painting, and was filled with admiration. Prince Heng was in a very good mood and wanted to buy the painting.

Qiao Zhizhi just said it to make everyone happy, and thanked them for not despising it, so she gave it to Prince Heng's mansion.

Of course Prince Heng couldn't take it for free, so he generously rewarded him with a box of jewels.

The ladies and gentlemen gathered around the painting, trying to identify themselves in it, and almost forgot about the delicacies and fine wines on the banquet table.

This impactful masterpiece gives people a sense of feasting their eyes.

With so many people and some people trying to squeeze forward, it becomes a bit chaotic.

Someone's hand shook and a large glass of wine spilled onto the oil painting.