Yan Zhao had to admit that the words Si Tuzhou said coupled with his eyes that seemed to be slightly rippling at the time, made people unable to help but immerse themselves in it. For a moment, she was really tempted.

Shouldn't she care about when Si Tuzhou had such thoughts for her?

It is said that unmarried men and women are not married, it is better to live together. Yan Zhao is not stupid, he just fell into the pit casually.

To paraphrase a sentence, I treat you as a little friend, but you actually want to marry me.

But it's impossible to say how angry, think about it carefully, Si Tuzhou is special to her, different from relatives, lovers but also an extremely important existence in life, just like a half body.

Probably this question was difficult to understand for a while, Yan Zhao subconsciously had an ostrich mentality, and put it aside for the time being.

But what was unavoidable was that her aunt was looking for a husband-in-law for her, and even the eldest uncle, who was usually busy with official duties, got involved.

Xiao Tingen is a traditional feudal scholar-bureaucrat, and he has never been involved in internal affairs such as the marriage of his niece. It was because Princess Yong Yang frequently sent things to this niece that he paid more attention to and cared about his niece.

Because of the affairs of the British Crown Prince's wife, it was even more difficult for Fan to help his niece to meet her marriage.

Seeing her frowning, Xiao Tingen pondered and said, "I have a good candidate here. You still remember Song Han."

Fan Shi also had some impression after hearing the words, maybe it was Xiao Jingxuan's classmate and friend in the Imperial College.

Then I heard Xiao Tingen continue, "His ancestors were also from a famous family. Unfortunately, his family has fallen into poverty, his parents have both died, and now there is only one grandfather in the family. I have met Song Han a few times. He is quick-witted and flexible, and he will make a difference when he becomes an official in the future, and the Xiao family has been so kind to him, if he marries Yan Zhao, he won't dare to treat her badly."

Fan Shi also thought that this candidate was a good one, so he talked about it with the old lady and sister-in-law two days later, "This child will also join Jingxuan next year to participate in the Spring Festival, and he looks good, he is a gentle and handsome young man."

The conditions are put out, but it meets the standards of a good family with no worries about food and clothing, and a quiet and harmonious family. Mrs. Xiao and Xiao Mingjin were also very satisfied after hearing this, and discussed whether to invite someone to visit the mansion.

Although this matter is not counted, the masters in the mansion are still relieved.

Xiao Qingyue also soon found out. She was a little gloating when she heard about the visit of the British prince's wife, thinking that no matter how good Yan Zhao's relationship with the princess was, the one who came to ask for marriage was just a prodigal son, and the marriage was not married. Cheng also had a grudge.

But didn't expect that only two days later, father would still meet Ruyi Langjun for her. Even though Song Han's family background was poor, Xiao Qingyue was still very jealous of his father's intention to ask.

Perhaps this jealousy got carried away for a moment, and Xiao Qingyue did something that she regretted endlessly.

Xiao Tingen specially picked a day for rest and bathing, and asked the eldest son to invite Song Han to his house as a guest. And Yan Zhao was taken to sit behind the screen by his aunt early in the morning, which is also a way of looking at each other because he is concerned about the etiquette of men and women.

Through the gap behind the screen, it didn't take long to see a fair-faced and handsome young man in Confucian shirts, walking in with Xiao Jingxuan, respectfully paying respect to Xiao Tingen and Mrs. Xiao who were seated at the head.

Although Song Han's clothes are simple, they can't hide his strong bookishness at all. He also has a good appearance, and his manners are very polite, neither arrogant nor humble, with clear eyes and clear eyes. As an elder and a civil servant, Xiao Tingen also greeted and tested him.

Although it is said that his family is in the middle of nowhere, but in terms of his talents, his words and deeds reflect the mellow heritage and gentle demeanor of a famous family from the inside to the outside, which makes people admire him.

The faces of the aunt and mother who were watching were also full of satisfaction.

Yan Zhao's heart was surprisingly calm. If it hadn't been for Si Tuzhou's confession, she felt that she would probably agree.

Most of the time, Yan Zhao is a person who goes with the flow, and will not insist on challenging the secular rules, and is an unmarriageist in this ancient times. If it's pleasing to the eye, she doesn't mind accepting it. And this Song Han seems to be her standard marriage partner in her ancient future life planning, and it is also the best in the range of choices.

But now he was a little dazed.

Under his father's suggestion, Xiao Jingxuan found an opportunity and told Song Han that the purpose of inviting him over this time was to match him with his cousin. If Song Han is also interested, then it is almost possible to arrange for the two to meet in private.

In his opinion, the classmate has good temperament and character, has a promising future, and is a perfect match for Yan's cousin.

"Brother Xiao..." Song Han blushed, but his expression was not shy, but rather unexpectedly awkward.

Seeing this, Xiao Jingxuan was surprised. Could it be that the classmate has a marriage or someone he likes, and he has never heard of it.

Song Han shook his head helplessly, "I'm afraid I won't be good enough for my cousin. I came to you this time because I have another matter."

"What do you mean by Ziqi's words?" Xiao Jingxuan suddenly had a bad feeling.

Song Han carefully considered his words, "Just two days ago, a maid came to my house to deliver a letter and a sachet, saying that it was entrusted by her lady, and I believe I haven't opened it yet."

But the sachet was obviously embroidered by a woman, and there was a word for 'moon'. Moreover, the maid claimed to be from the Xiao family. He and Xiao Jingxuan had been classmates in the Imperial College for several years, and he also knew that the Xiao family only had one young lady, who was a concubine.

Xiao Qingyue, who was staying in the boudoir, also felt uneasy for a while, and secretly regretted being impulsive at the time, but she still comforted herself that the other party was just a down-and-out son from a famous family, and she still had to rely on the Xiao family, so she didn't dare to say anything nonsense. Maybe she is still happy in her heart, after all, she is a serious young lady of the Xiao family, not some shabby cousin girl.

After all, because of Xiao Qingyue's inexplicable jealousy towards Yan Zhao, she couldn't see her well. Even if the mansion showed her the marriage, Xiao Qingyue wanted to make her feel uncomfortable.

Suddenly, Nanny Chang, who was next to his wife, came outside and said that his wife had invited her.

Xiyuan is the wife's yard. Xiao Qingyue just walked into the front yard when she saw her father and mother were there, and her expression was gloomy.

Another servant girl was lying in front of the court in a state of embarrassment, her back was stained with blood, she seemed to have been scolded by a stick, when she saw her coming, the servant girl burst into tears and said, "Miss, you must save this servant girl!"

Xiao Qingyue panicked for a while, subconsciously avoided, "I don't even recognize you what nonsense you are talking about."

Fan said coldly, "You may not recognize her, but she is the maid who sweeps the flower beds in your yard, and she also helps you to deliver letters and sachets, and she has done privately giving and receiving."

Xiao Qingyue did not expect to be discovered so soon, but she still pretended to be calm, and said softly, "Mother must have misunderstood me, I have never done these things, maybe I treat the maids harshly on weekdays, and some people have intentions. Dissatisfied with intentionally ruining my reputation."

She had thought about the excuses beforehand, and she absolutely couldn't admit the affair of giving and receiving privately, so she thought it was the servant girl in the house who stole out with dirty hands and feet, so she specially picked an unremarkable servant girl to do this for her. thing.

Before she finished speaking, a white porcelain teacup fell hard in front of her in an instant. It was her father, Xiao Tingen, the head of the Xiao family.

"No need to say anything, bring all the maids in Miss's house, and interrogate them together. If there is anything you dare not say, sell it directly."

Xiao Tingen never intervened in this kind of matter of disciplining concubines in the inner house, but this time he lost his family's embarrassment to outsiders, which made him so angry that he couldn't just fool around with it.

When the head of the family spoke, naturally no one dared to disobey, and soon, a wave of wailing sounded in the yard.

Xiao Qingyue's face became whiter and whiter than paper, and she clenched the veil tightly. It didn't take long before someone couldn't bear it anymore. In the past, Xiao Qingyue often complained to the cousin girl in private, as well as the letter expressing her affection. And the sachet, no matter how secretive it is, people around them will not be ignorant.

Fan's complexion was also extremely ugly. She thought she was a good housekeeper, but such a thing happened under her nose, and it was said that she and the Xiao family would lose all face.

Song Han on the other side was still sitting in the Hanwenzhai, drinking one cup after another of tea.

Xiao Jingxuan's face was full of apology, "Please trouble Ziqi to sit with me for a while longer."

Although he was no longer as shocked as he was when he first heard about it, Xiao Jingxuan felt ashamed and ashamed. If his concubine sister really did something shameless, and he invited his classmate to his house today to match him with his cousin, it's no wonder that his classmates and friends were embarrassed when they collided.

But Xiao Jingxuan knew the seriousness of the matter, so he immediately reported to his father, and then was asked to come over and guard Song Han, in case it leaked out. His father was concerned about the reputation of the Xiao family, but he felt a little sorry for his friend.

Song Han was calm and composed, he knew that the girl's reputation and the Xiao family's dignity were at stake, so it was impossible to let him go without further investigation.

Ever since he took over the hot potato, he thought about it for the past two days and felt that it was wrong. It happened that Xiao Jingxuan invited him to the house as a guest, and he also wanted to return the things to show his innocence.

This kind of private giving and receiving is really not done by a gentleman. If the Xiao family finds out, they will probably question his character and intentions. It was more than half a year before the scientific examination, and if something happened at this time, it would also affect his future fame.

Song Han came to the Xiao family a few times with Xiao Jingxuan, but he knew that he was very polite and avoided the female relatives in the house. He didn't know the lady of the Xiao family either, and he had never looked at it more, so he really didn't want to get into trouble with her big trouble.

He also brought the sachet and the letter, and handed them to brother Jingxuan, because he didn't want the other party to think that he would keep them as a threat.

Song Han thought he was not bad at talent, and he was confident about the next scientific examination. There was a dignified way to go, and there was no need to take such a shortcut.

He let go of the big stone in his heart, and he didn't mind spending time here. It would be nice if he could talk to Xiao Jingxuan about the scientific research, but seeing the other party's sitting on pins and needles, I'm afraid he has no intention of talking about knowledge.

And just before dinner, Song Han was summoned again by Master Xiao, and he was very polite, and no one mentioned Miss Xiao and the letter sachet.Lord Xiao only encouraged him to prepare for the exam with heart, and also introduced him to a famous Confucian from a family who used to be the chief examiner, so that he could come to him to learn and learn some other day.

Song Han didn't refuse either, and thanked Uncle Xiao generously.He knew in his heart that after accepting this kind help, the Xiao family could rest assured that he would not publicize the matter.

As for the original purpose, both sides also know that it is impossible.

Song Han didn't dare to hide the gift from Miss Xiao when the Xiao family intended to betroth the niece to him.To put it lightly, it is a young man who is stepping on two boats, to say it seriously, it is bad conduct, seducing and deceiving women from good families, as long as the Xiao family sues the officials, he will immediately take his fame.

Song Han was deeply raised by his grandfather since he was a child, and he worked hard to make progress, determined to restore the glory of his ancestors, and he would not ruin it on such private matters.

And Xiao Tingen also stopped thinking about it. Although this Song Han is indeed good and has impeccable conduct, he is destined not to be a family.

Even if it is well concealed now, it may not be possible that no one will find out about it in the future. At that time, people will laugh at the Xiao family sisters competing for husbands.There are so many good men in this world, without Song Han, he just needs to choose a better one for his niece.

Of course, in this matter, both Xiao Tingen and Fan Shi feel a little guilty about their niece.If it wasn't for their incompetence in teaching their daughters, such a scandal would not have occurred.

Yan Zhao was the last to know,

Mother Xiao Mingjin was a little unhappy that such a good young talent was gone.She didn't hide it from Yan Zhao, and told all these things.

Yan Zhao was amazed, Xiao Qingyue was so courageous, but thinking about it carefully, Xiao Qingyue might not like that Song Han, but simply had trouble with her, wanted to cause some damage, and didn't want to make her happy, it was just such a stupid waySome, or misunderstood who the other party was.

In fact, she didn't make a good decision herself, so there was nothing to be sad about.

Soon Xiao Qingyue was confined in the small courtyard, and Aunt Lan knelt for a few days to no avail, instead she was sent to Zhuangzi by the order of the old lady.

The granddaughter's good marriage that I love is gone before the shadow is seen. How can the old lady not get angry, she will not do anything to her granddaughter, but she will not be soft-hearted to her aunt who has not raised a good girl.

Xiao Tingen only asked his wife to find a marriage for her, and arranged for her to marry far away after the year.Regarding the concubine's marriage, Fan also had several candidates in his hands early on, Xiao Tingen glanced hastily, and picked the one farthest away.

Fortunately, the Fan family is not a mean person. Although the surname Yang is far away in Xiangyang, it is also a local rich family, and she is also the head of the family when she married.