Bright Moonlit Night

From summer to autumn.

Now Aunt Wang has been neglected in the mansion, and seeing that several months have passed, no matter how careful she is to please her, the old lady and Jin Yi are still lazy to pay attention to her, so they toss and turn sleeplessly every night, constantly thinking about how to turn over.On Qixi Festival, the women in the mansion begged for cleverness, and Aunt Wang saw that the orchid was graceful and graceful, and she was quite skilled in threading needles, so she suddenly took it to heart.

There is a rich family surnamed Wang in Hedong, which had nothing to do with the Jin family, but Wang Ningxue contacted the Wang family through a distant relative two years ago, and met a lukewarm relative.There is a descendant of the Hedong Wang family named Wang Pu, who won the crown last year. I heard that his parents are looking for a wife for him.Wang Ningxue thought to herself, if she could match up this marriage, she would have face in front of the two families, and as Wang Pu's nominally distant aunt and brother Renlan's roommate, with such a dual identity, she was afraid Are you underestimated by the whole family?

Therefore, Wang Ningxue first asked someone to write a letter and sent it to Hedong. After receiving the reply, she couldn't help but resigned from the old lady's house with a well-thought-out explanation.

The old lady didn't expect to see Aunt Wang recently, but she still sat there and patiently asked her why she came.

Aunt Wang was ashamed and sincere, and said slowly: "The old lady asked me to meditate and reflect in the room earlier, I dare not go out, except for self-reflection every day, I just copy the scriptures for the old lady, for the father and Yan'er Pray for blessings. It’s been cold these days, so I’m really worried, so come and see, old lady, don’t be angry, it’s not worth it for me.”

"Since you've come, you've seen it too, and you know I'm fine, so go back."

Aunt Wang said: "If it was out of my own mind, I would go back now. But this time I came here because I was entrusted by someone, and I have to report something to the old lady."

Seeing Aunt Wang's expression, the old lady asked Qing Feng to lead a group of maidservants to retreat first.

"Okay, if you have anything to say, let's talk quickly."

Aunt Wang got up and walked to the old lady, told about the intentional marriage on the other side of the river, and asked the old lady what she meant.

The old lady was silent for a long time, and then she said: "I know about this, you don't want to spread it, and I will reply after discussing it with Yan Lan's father and brother."

When Aunt Wang heard the words, she knew that the old lady was also a little moved, so she smiled and left in satisfaction.

The next day, the old lady went to her eldest son's room in a sedan chair.

"Mother? Why did you come in person?" Jin Xingyuan, who was lying on the bed, saw the old lady and hurriedly tried to sit up.

The old lady pressed him to lie down, and said in a gentle voice: "Mothers, you don't need to do this. I came back this time to discuss the marriage of Xia Lan girl with you. She is also grown up now, and she will marry in a year or two. It's time for someone. Now is the time to settle down."

Jin Xingyuan said: "My son is sick in bed and doesn't know anything about the outside world. Mother and Chang borrow, please help find him."

The old lady said: "Yesterday Ningxue came to me and said that the Hedong Wang family intends to marry us. They are a big family, and Wang Pu, who has a crush on Lan girl, also passed the Jinshi examination last year, so he is worthy of his family background. You What do you mean?"

Panting for breath, Jin Xingyuan asked repeatedly: "Wang Pu, how about your parents? Do you have brothers and sisters? Are they in harmony? What about Wang Pu himself?"

The old lady said: "About that family, I have heard some news. The Wang family has a good reputation in the Hedong area. Last year, Wang Pu also visited me when he came to Beijing for the exam. He looked like a well-educated child. It's just that it's not easy to draw a conclusion based on the words of outsiders and a one-time relationship, we still need to inquire more."

Jin Xingyuan said: "Since my mother is so caring, I don't have anything to worry about. My son is now in this state. It's really unfilial for my mother to manage the marriage of Lan girl."

The old lady stroked the back of her son's hand, shook her head and said, "What are you talking about! You are my son and she is my granddaughter. If I don't manage it for you, who will I manage it for? The Wang family is big. If Miss Lan really marries him, I don't know if she can get used to it. But she has been alone in our house for more than ten years, and it might be good to go to a lively place. Forget it, I haven't written the horoscope yet, so I'd better find out about the Wang family first."

There was a smile on Jin Xingyuan's pale face, "As long as Miss Lan gets married well, I will feel at ease." He has been living with a sick body with limited mobility all these years, except that he doesn't want the old lady to bear the burden of a white-haired man sending a black-haired one. In addition to her grief, she was worried about her only flesh and blood.

The old lady understood his thoughts, got up and left before saying: "You can take care of yourself, Miss Lan is a good child, a grandmother will definitely make her marry well. You are also fine, waiting for the day when Miss Lan gets married , the groom officer and the bride come to kowtow to you!"

After Jin Yi came back from the yamen that day, the old lady sent someone to invite him.Still discussing Renlan, the old lady asked him to help and inquire.People with different identities start with different channels, and may be able to see different faces. The old lady hopes that the information she inquires is as detailed and true as possible.Jin Yi understood what the old lady meant, and promised to pay more attention.

The grandfather and grandson talked for a while, and Jin Yi went to Fangmanting.

Before falling asleep at night, Fu Ming asked Jin Yi: "Master, is it because of Miss Lan that I am going to the old lady's place today?"

Jin Yi was quite surprised and said, "How did you know?"

Fu Mingdao: "Don't be surprised, the news hasn't leaked out, it's just that I have observed the movements in the mansion these few days and guessed it myself."

Jin Yi recalled that this person was always unpredictable, so he smiled and praised: "Ye Xin is really smart."

Fu Ming also smiled, "Let me guess again, this person is the one from the Hedong Wang family who passed the Jinshi examination last year?"

Jin Yi reached out and tapped the smile on the corner of Fu Ming's mouth, and replied, "It's him."

"What do you think, grandpa?"

"The old lady asked me to inquire. If the family and the person are really good, they might as well end this marriage."

Fu Ming was silent for a while, before he said: "Marriage is the order of parents and the words of matchmaker. However, the one who is going to marry is Sister Yanlan, the old lady and Master Jin, don't you plan to ask her what she thinks? "

Jin Yi asked back: "How to ask? How will Sister Renlan reply after asking?"

Fu Ming was silent for a moment, struggled a few times in his heart, and finally said: "Master, do you still remember last year's Mid-Autumn Festival?"

Jin Yi paused before replying: "I remember."

Fu Mingdao: "At that time, I was out with Sister Yanlan and met a good friend. To be honest, that friend had a lot of affection for Sister Yanlan, and he also entrusted me not long ago, wanting me to talk to my grandfather. I thought that Sister Renlan was still young, and the family would not make her betrothed so soon, so I have time to talk about it in the future."

Jin Yi asked: "That friend of yours? Tao Yang? A member of the imperial merchant's Tao family?"

Fu Mingdao: "It is him. In terms of background, he is naturally inferior to Wang Pu. But Brother Le Xu is a friend I have known for many years, and I can completely trust him as a person. Master Tao and Mrs. Tao are both decent and kind people, Although he is a merchant, he still has a strong character. Brother Le Xu is sincere to Sister Yanlan. I think that if Sister Yanlan has a good impression of him, he can make a good couple and accomplish a good thing."

Jin Yiwen said, after thinking for a long time, he said: "Since this is the case, you should find an opportunity to ask Ren Lan tactfully. I will find an opportunity to talk to the old lady. In the end, it depends on what the two of them mean. I Even though he is an elder brother, he is separated by a layer, so it is not suitable to be the master."

Fu Ming smiled and said, "I understand. Master doesn't blame me for meddling in other people's affairs, and it's great that I'm willing to help."

Jin Yi hugged Fu Ming and said, "Why would I blame you for this? It's good to have someone you can trust. We all hope that sister Yanlan will have a good life in the future, and you should be more considerate."

Fu Ming raised his hand, caressing Jin Yi's softer face than in the daytime in the hazy night, he thought to himself, he once thought this person was as cold and hard as a stone, but it turned out that the inside was as warm as warm jade.

Jin Yi could clearly see the joy and affection in Fu Ming's eyes, and felt his heart throbbing, his chest warming, and he couldn't help kissing the person in his arms.

Without further ado, Fu Ming took the time to invite Ren Lan to Fangman Court to enjoy the autumn scenery.

After drinking a cup of Autumn Dew tea, Ren Lan asked Fu Ming: "Brother Ming, you want something from me?"

Fu Ming smiled and said: "My younger sister is the queen of the general family, a straightforward person. I have nothing to shy away from speaking the truth."

Ren Lan said: "What's the matter? Brother Ming, but it's all right."

Fu Ming then asked her, "Does my sister still like the clothes of these seasons?"

Ren Lan replied: "I really like the ones Brother Ming asked someone to give me."

Fu Mingdao: "I didn't prepare those things specially for my sister, they were really gifts from someone with a heart. Of course, I also know that my sister insists on getting paid for nothing. I have paid for it. However, the money is limited, and it will not be worth it after all." People have a heart."

Ren Lan heard what Fu Ming meant when she heard the string song, she lowered her head slightly, her voice lowered slightly, and asked: "The person Brother Ming was talking about, but the one I met last year?"

Fu Mingdao: "Exactly. I think my sister has noticed in the past few months. In many respects, as an elder brother, I am not as careful as my friend. If my sister thinks this is okay, then we will be generous and accept it." If my sister thinks it's inappropriate for his feelings, I'll go and explain it to him, and I won't be like this in the future."

After Fu Ming finished speaking, Ren Lan already knew what he really wanted to ask.Thinking back to a year ago, the memory of that person was still as clear as yesterday. He smiled, he looked at himself in a daze, and he held up a lamp to illuminate the way for himself... And those thoughts that he had from time to time later, although in the name of Fu Ming's friend, However, as time went by, she gradually realized that she was not only being honored, but someone was actually treating her well.Thinking about this, Ren Lan simply didn't raise her head, lest Fu Ming see the redness on her face and the shame in her eyes. After a long time, a smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she slowly raised her head and said, "Brother Ming thinks he's nice , let's remember this affection. In the future, there will always be a time to repay."

Fu Ming smiled and nodded, "I know. Don't worry, sister, I'm the only one who asked you about this matter, what should my sister do or what should I do, don't feel uncomfortable, and don't need to think too much."

Ren Lan nodded, "Yeah. Brother Ming treats me well, I know that in my heart."

Fu Ming raised his hand and poured another cup of tea for her, "Elder brother treats his own sister, both emotionally and rationally. It's just that I haven't had any close brothers and sisters before, and I've always done something inadequate when it comes to brothers and sisters." of."

Ren Lan took the tea, drank it slowly, and smiled: "Brother Ming treats people with sincerity and consideration. Since you came, the house has gradually become a lot more angry. Let's not talk about it, brother, Yan'er and I are the happiest .”

Hearing this, Fu Ming felt a slight heat in his heart, and the look in his eyes became more and more gentle. Ren Lan saw it, and said again: "Big brother is really blessed."

Fu Ming smiled and said: "You will praise me once I see you, but I want to see how many words my sister has left!"

Ren Lan also smiled, "Since that's the case, Brother Ming just wait, we are a family, so naturally we will see each other for the rest of our lives, and there will be times when I will boast you all!"

The two chatted and laughed again, Ren Lan drank good tea, ate delicious snacks, and exchanged new tricks with Xie Lan before leaving.

After confirming Ren Lan's intentions, Fu Ming told Jin Yi about it.

Jin Yi inquired about Tao Yang again, half a month later, he slowly told the old lady the news about Wang Pu and Tao Yang's love for Ren Lan.

The old lady listened to Jin Yi's words, but only said: "I know what you mean, let me think about it."

Jin Yi knew that there was no need to rush this matter, so he didn't ask any further questions.

The old lady put the matter aside, and said something else: "Chengyan is almost twenty. The Zhou family's post has already arrived in my hands, and the birthday party will be on the tenth day of next month. You and Brother Ming are familiar with him. Congratulations to you Go get ready."

After Jin Yi agreed, he left and went to Fangmanting.