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Hearing this, Wei Yichen turned to look at Xu Fengyuan in surprise.
Xu Fengyuan looked a little embarrassed but continued, “Honestly, before today, I was a bit reluctant. But because it was my mother’s wish, I couldn’t go against it. Then today, under her arrangement, I got to see your eldest sister twice from a distance.”
Xu Fengyuan spoke candidly, not hiding that today’s meetings were intentionally arranged.
Wei Yichen didn’t know how to respond immediately.
Xu Fengyuan went on, “However, after seeing her today, I don’t feel as opposed to my mother’s arrangement anymore.”
It was clear that Xu Fengyuan was pleased with what he saw of Wei Ruo.
Though marriage was ultimately decided by parents, if the girl was someone like the Wei family’s eldest daughter, he didn’t feel too resistant to it.
Wei Yichen said, “I can’t make the decision myself. It still depends on our parents. From what I’ve heard from my father, there’s no rush for my two sisters to marry. They’re only fourteen this year. Father wants them to stay at home for a couple more years.”
Xu Fengyuan explained, “I know. My mother also said that even if it’s decided, it would only be an engagement for now.”
He then bowed slightly to Wei Yichen, “In the future, I’ll need you to speak well of me in front of your eldest sister.”
Wei Yichen had mixed feelings. From what he knew of Xu Fengyuan, he was a good match. But his eldest sister had only recently returned home, and he hadn’t expected an engagement to be arranged so quickly.
Still, as Xu Fengyuan said, it was ultimately the parents’ decision, and he had no say in the matter.”
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The day’s outing ended, and Yun Shi, Wei Qingwan, and Wei Qingruo rode back to the Colonel’s Residence in a carriage.
Not long after, Wei Yichen returned as well. He wasn’t expected at home at this time, but he had some matters to attend to, so he made a special trip back.
After arriving, Wei Yichen met with Yun Shi and relayed the news he had heard from Xu Fengyuan.
“Are you serious?” Yun Shi’s face lit up with delight.
“Does Mother think this is a good thing?” Wei Yichen asked, frowning.
“Of course it’s a good thing. Although the Xu family isn’t one of great meritorious households, their roots run deep. Many members of the family hold official positions. Xu Da—though he’s only reached the rank of Assistant Magistrate now—has a bright future, and it wouldn’t be impossible for him to be transferred to the capital in the future. Their son’s studies are excellent, and his character seems good too; otherwise, you wouldn’t be spending time with him,” Yun Shi said.
Wei Yichen couldn’t argue. Everything his mother said was true—the Xu family was indeed a suitable match.
Still…
“Mother, Father probably doesn’t want my two younger sisters to marry so soon,” Wei Yichen said.
“Don’t worry. I mentioned this earlier; we won’t marry off your sisters too early. But if it works out, it would indeed be a happy occasion,” Yun Shi said.
In noble families, it was common for young ladies to be betrothed early.
Wei Yichen had nothing more to say and could only respond, “Mother, you should also ask my eldest sister’s opinion. We already owe her so much. For other matters, we can’t help her, but she should have a say in her marriage.”
“You child,” Yun said. “Since ancient times, marriage has always been arranged by parents. How could a young lady know what’s best? It’s only proper for parents to decide.”
She then shifted the topic to Wei Yichen, “If it weren’t for worrying about delaying your studies, I would have found a match for you by now.”
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