Chapter 168 Matchmaking

Chapter 168: Introducing a Girlfriend

However, after their relationship improved, they no longer dared to push them to have a child, fearing it might cause another rift between the two families.

Even now, He Minhe and his wife still secretly resent Jiang Mingzhen for causing their brother's family line to die out.

But to maintain friendly communication on the surface, they no longer openly discuss the "heir" issue.

At the dinner table, the conversation turned to their children's marriage prospects.

Niu Yanxia beamed at Jiang Mingzhen and said, "Mingzhen, Si Qin is a blessed child. She's been clever since she was little. I always knew she'd soar high—a real golden phoenix."

When He Siqin married into the Lan family in Y City, they initially thought He Minsha had raised this daughter for nothing, marrying her so far away. But when the Lan family chartered a plane to take them to Y City for the wedding banquet, they changed their minds, believing He Siqin had married well, truly becoming a phoenix that had flown to a high branch.

Jiang Mingzhen offered a slight smile at the praise, waiting for what would come next.

Niu Yanxia continued, "Guoxu and Guosheng are also at the age to start a family. I noticed many young ladies at Si Qin's wedding. I was just wondering if any of those girls are single?"

After speaking, she looked at Jiang Mingzhen, seemingly waiting for her to volunteer to recommend someone.

Jiang Mingzhen smiled and said, "How should I know if those girls are seeing anyone? But I've heard many are from arranged marriages within their families, so they probably do."

Niu Yanxia replied, "They can't all have boyfriends. You might not know the specifics, but Si Qin does! You could just ask Si Qin, couldn't you? We can't let your cousins stay single forever!"

"Sister-in-law, doesn't Guoxu have a girlfriend? That girl with the straight bangs from last time."

"Oh, that one? They broke up a while ago. But the girls from Y City seem much better." She used to think that girl was fine, but after visiting Y City and seeing the young ladies from wealthy families, she became dissatisfied with her eldest son's girlfriend.

With her pushing, her eldest son and that girl also broke up.

Jiang Mingzhen said, "Those young ladies are from Y City. They'd naturally look for someone from Y City first. Not only is J City far from Y City, but there's also a big wealth gap."

As soon as she finished speaking, Niu Yanxia bristled. "Are you looking down on our family for being poor? You're their aunt! How can you belittle your own nephews like this?"

Jiang Mingzhen replied, "Sister-in-law, you said that, not me. Marriage depends on fate. If Guoxu and Guosheng are destined to be with them, it will naturally happen."

"How are they supposed to meet if you won't even give out a number?"

"I don't have their contacts to give, and Si Qin doesn't either." Jiang Mingzhen understood her sister-in-law's intentions perfectly. Those two nephews had always had their heads in the clouds; their looks were average, yet they were extremely confident.

The two brothers only had a self-built house out in the countryside. What girl would be willing to leave a golden nest to travel thousands of miles to live in a thatched hut?

Jiang Mingzhen held her ground, and Niu Yanxia could do nothing about it.

At that moment, He Guoxu came over with a smile. "Mom, Aunt, what are you talking about?"

Niu Yanxia immediately put on a smile and waved him over. "We're talking about you and your brother getting married!"

He Guoxu plopped down and said to Jiang Mingzhen, "Aunt, I'm not picky. Just a nice-looking girl with a family as well-off as my cousin-in-law's would be fine."

Jiang Mingzhen stood up with a smile. "You two talk. I'm going for a walk." It had been a long time since she strolled around the village to breathe some fresh air.

He Guoxu looked puzzled as he watched Jiang Mingzhen leave. "Mom, didn't you ask Aunt about introductions?"

Niu Yanxia looked displeased. "I did, of course I did. It's just that your aunt is too proud and unwilling to introduce anyone to us."

"What does she have to be so proud about? Her own family is from the village, just like ours." He Guoxu glared resentfully in the direction Jiang Mingzhen had left.

If that little girl He Siqin could marry into Y City, why couldn't he marry a girl from Y City!

Suddenly, he remembered the bridesmaids at He Siqin's wedding. Their looks were no worse than those rich girls; there were even two exceptionally beautiful ones, one of whom was Jiang Mingzhen's niece.

"Oh right, Mom, doesn't Aunt have a niece? She's quite pretty."

A look of disdain appeared on Niu Yanxia's face. "She looks like a vixen! That little girl is cursed—her mother died because of her; she's not suitable!"

That girl's mother died when she was just a few years old. Isn't that a curse? Their family wanted someone with both parents living and a lucky destiny.

He Guoxu didn't agree with his mother. "Mom, you don't know this, but Aunt's niece runs a food shop in the city. Her shop is quite famous there; her business is probably worth millions."

Pretty, rich, and, most importantly, she didn't seem strong-willed—easy to control.

When Niu Yanxia heard her son mention "millions," her eyes lit up immediately. If she's rich, they could always pay to fix that 'jinx' problem.

"Alright, then I'll talk to your aunt about it."

Niu Yanxia found Jiang Mingzhen again, warmly grabbing her hand, but Jiang Mingzhen subtly pulled her hand away.

Showing no sign of embarrassment, Niu Yanxia smiled and said, "Mingzhen, Y City is indeed a bit far. Forget about Y City then. Your maiden family isn't far. This time, you can't refuse again."

Jiang Mingzhen had a feeling this wasn't good. "Sister-in-law, who have you set your sights on now?"

Niu Yanxia said, "Your niece. Your niece is in her twenties too, right? In our village, women her age have already given birth to several children."

"I heard she has a small shop in the city. After getting married, my son and I can help look after the city shop. She can stay home with the children and enjoy a comfortable life."

Jiang Mingzhen stared at her wide-eyed, utterly incredulous. She knew her sister-in-law was shameless, but she didn't expect her to be this shameless. Nothing was even settled yet, and she was already planning the woman's post-marriage life.

Jiang Mingzhen's face instantly turned cold. "Sister-in-law, did I hear you correctly? We're relatives. This isn't appropriate, is it?"

Niu Yanxia said, "It's appropriate! It'll bring our families even closer! This is a joyous occasion."

Jiang Mingzhen said coldly, "This match won't happen. Not only is my niece still young and not considering marriage now, but even when she reaches the right age, it's not something I can decide. And she certainly wouldn't consider someone like Guoxu or Guosheng."

"Don't bring this up again in the future. I won't be introducing anyone."

Niu Yanxia's expression changed dramatically, furious. "Jiang Mingzhen, what do you mean by 'someone like my sons'? My sons have both looks and capability. How could they not meet your standards?"

Jiang Mingzhen didn't want to argue with her and simply said, "We're relatives. It's not appropriate."