CHAPTER 382: CHAPTER 194: TAKING CHARGE (PART 2)

Moreover, if this marriage were to happen, it would not bring any harm to them!

"I’ve been so worried about this matter, not to mention that as a married sister, it’s not my place to decide my second brother’s marriage. Besides, their ages aren’t compatible. How could my brother, being who he is, willingly marry a wife much younger than him? Even my eldest brother and his wife wouldn’t agree!"

Shi Fengju is well aware of this reasoning. Besides, now that Sang Yufei has become Xie Yuan, if he ranks high in this year’s examination, he will at least be a Jinshi, with limitless future prospects! He definitely wouldn’t marry a merchant’s concubine daughter.

"Then don’t let Aunt Fang bring it up! I believe my second aunt doesn’t know about it, otherwise, it wouldn’t have come to her. It’s Aunt Fang’s confusion, don’t bother arguing with her!" said Shi Fengju.

Sang Wan smiled, "Why would I argue with her? But with the central examination approaching, I’m worried that Aunt Fang might not wait and ask my uncle to intervene. What should we do then?"

After a slight ponder, Shi Fengju smiled and said, "If uncle intervenes, he will naturally come to me, and how could I manage my own uncle’s marriage? When the time comes, I’ll just push it off! Don’t worry! If all else fails, just say your eldest brother and his wife already have someone in mind, we vaguely heard them mention it a few days ago when we were back home!"

Sang Wan was delighted and quickly smiled, "That’s a good plan, let’s do that!"

Shi Fengju smiled, "In the future, if Aunt Fang comes again, try not to see her if possible, let the wet nurse handle her! She’s still the concubine of my uncle. If my second aunt feels that you’re too close to her, she might be unhappy! Our main family doesn’t need to get involved in the affairs of the second house!"

Sang Wan gave him a playful glare and smiled, "Who wants to get involved? I’ve never gone out of my way to bother Aunt Fang! I avoid her at all costs!"

"I’m just saying, my wife is naturally intelligent!" Shi Fengju chuckled and couldn’t help but pinch her cheek.

Sang Wan playfully dodged and laughed, "There’s something I’ve been meaning to mention these past few days, but I kept forgetting, it’s about Xingzhi’s marriage. Although she’s willing to serve by my side for another two or three years and isn’t keen on getting married right now, it’s still not ideal. I’m thinking of taking the initiative to arrange her marriage with Butler Jin’s son and finalize it for now, postponing the wedding for three years. What do you think?"

Such household matters were naturally not objected to by Shi Fengju, who smilingly said, "I think it’s a good idea! With you, the managing madam, making the decision, it’s honor not only for Xingzhi’s family but also gives no reason for Butler Jin to break the engagement. When Xingzhi marries into their family in the future, she’ll hold a higher status!" In her heart, she would be grateful and serve more loyally remembering your kindness.

Sang Wan nodded and sighed, "She has served you from a young age, and now she is diligently serving me. It’s only right to give her this honor!"

Hearing this, Shi Fengju felt it was even more appropriate, and nodded as he sighed, "You’re absolutely right, why not call her mother and Butler Jin’s wife now and tell them right away!"

Sang Wan thought there was nothing pressing at the moment, why not just do it today, so she nodded, smiled in agreement, called Mrs. Li, and told her about it, asking her to summon the wives of the two families.

Mrs. Li grinned upon hearing this, "Madam has such grace, it’s Xingzhi’s good fortune! Her parents will surely be thrilled! I’ll send someone right away!"

The news quickly spread throughout Ningyuan, and Xingzhi, feeling both happy and shy, hid in her room and refused to come out. All the maids were envious. This was equivalent to the madam herself arranging the match, an honor hardly a few servants in the household could boast!

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Soon, Xingzhi’s mother and Butler Jin’s wife arrived. Since both families had already intended to become relatives, how could they not be overjoyed upon hearing Sang Wan’s words? Butler Jin’s wife, although initially upset about Xingzhi not marrying sooner, now had no complaints and was only thinking about Xingzhi serving well by the madam for three more years, after which marrying and naturally becoming the madam’s trusted managing wife, far better than marrying now and just settling for an average job.

The two wives bowed in thanks, agreeing wholeheartedly, and Sang Wan awarded Xingzhi’s mother with a pair of golden hairpins, a pair of jade bracelets, two pieces of scarlet brocade silk, and two pieces of begonia red cloud silk as a dowry, promising more additions when she’d marry.

The two wives left even more delighted, thanking profusely.

The next day, however, when Sang Wan and Shi Fengju were paying their respects, Mrs. Wang suddenly brought up this matter. Although Sang Wan was surprised, she respectfully clarified the details.

Mrs. Wang then smiled and said, "Xingzhi has served in Ningyuan for many years, and it’s only right for her to receive such grace! The child has always been sensible and meticulous, and I’ve always liked her! When she comes later, I have something to reward her with too!"

Sang Wan quickly smiled and agreed, thanking Mrs. Wang on behalf of Xingzhi.

After returning, she informed Xingzhi about this. Everyone knowing the matter envied her even more, congratulating her continuously, their eyes almost glowing, thinking that when one’s luck arrives, it’s unstoppable! After enduring many years in Ningyuan, Xingzhi had finally her moment of pride!

Not only did she have an excellent place to belong, the madam made the arrangements, and the lady of the house endorsed it too.

Although Xingzhi smiled and exchanged pleasantries with everyone, politely thanking them, she couldn’t help but feel secretly amazed. A servant serving her Master well was expected and not something she thought particularly commendable. Besides, with the madam arranging the marriage, it was already a tremendous honor; the lady of the house didn’t need to add further favor! It’s not like Mrs. Li, who had immense gratitude towards the Shi family; that was different!