Chapter 154: Chapter 154: Mrs. Wu’s Thoughts

“It seems to be true.” Xiao Chengyu said lightly, “If someone really wanted to find an excuse, they wouldn’t choose such an obvious one that could be easily uncovered.”

“Maybe, Aunt Shinian and her family will indeed come tomorrow, but it doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll come at what time.” Xiao Yingyue shook her head while observing Xiao Chengyu’s reaction, “Perhaps they’ll arrive tomorrow night?”

“That still wouldn’t stop her from coming over during the day tomorrow.” Xiao Yingyue said.

Xiao Chengyu: “…”

“No matter when her aunt arrives tomorrow, as long as it’s tomorrow, she should be in the mansion making preparations for the guests, not wandering around everywhere.” Xiao Chengyu said, “Do you think everyone is like you, having nothing to worry about and just playing around? Mother says you are like a little monkey, and she’s not wrong at all.”

“Alright, older brother, people say when a bride is brought into the household, the matchmaker is thrown over the wall.” Xiao Yingyue puffed her cheeks and said, “Your bride isn’t even married yet, and you’re ready to throw me, the matchmaker, over the wall?”

“If I hadn’t been constantly finding out about her and her whereabouts by Shinian’s side, how could your information be so well-informed?” Xiao Yingyue complained, “If I hadn’t kept looking for opportunities to bring Shinian to the mansion, would you have had a chance to interact with her?”

“And now you’re actually disdaining me.”

Xiao Chengyu pinched his brow, “Little ancestor, I was wrong to say that.”

“Hmph.” Xiao Yingyue stretched her neck and said to Xiao Chengyu, “Even if it happens that Aunt Shinian and her family are coming, I still feel like she’s intentionally avoiding you.”

Xiao Chengyu: “…”

“It’s just that there happens to be such a thing, saving Shinian the trouble of finding another excuse.” Xiao Yingyue twirled her hair and said, “Maybe I should go to Fu Mansion to find Shinian to play in the future, so she won’t feel troubled.”

Xiao Chengyu: “…”

“Shinian’s aunt’s family rarely comes to the capital, and they’re unlikely to leave anytime soon.” Xiao Chengyu said, “Once they’re settled and Fu Mansion isn’t busy, I’ll go with you to visit Fu Mansion.”

Xiao Yingyue laughed, knowing that Xiao Chengyu couldn’t bear it.

The next day, Fu Mansion was already prepared early to welcome Mrs. Yan and her two children.

Madam Fu also sent a servant to the city gate, instructing him to report back quickly if he saw the Yan family’s carriage, so they could be ready.

“Madam!” The servant sent out ran back, panting heavily, “Mrs. Yan’s carriage has just entered the city.”

“Let’s go, let’s go meet them at the gate.” Madam Fu hurriedly said.

Everyone walked to the gate together and waited for a while until they saw the Yan family’s carriage stop at the entrance.

Fu Shinian looked on curiously and finally saw Mrs. Yan get off the carriage with her pair of children.

“Eldest Sister-in-law, you’re finally here!” Madam Fu rushed forward, “I’ve been looking forward to this since I received your letter.”

“Why are you still waiting out here?” Mrs. Yan warmly held Madam Fu’s hands, “Have you been waiting long?”

“Not long, not long.” Madam Fu didn’t mention they had just come out, “Let me see Sikang and Liqing.”

Madam Fu held Yan Liqing’s hand, looked her over carefully, then turned to Yan Sikang, “The two children have grown up.”

“It’s been many years since you returned to the capital. I remember when you were leaving, you two were only this tall.” Madam Fu measured a height with her hands, “Now, you’re all grown up.”

Mrs. Yan’s gaze fell beside Madam Fu, “Look at me, I’ve been away so long, now I can’t even tell Mingzhu and Shinian apart.”

Madam Fu smiled and introduced Fu Mingzhu and Fu Shinian.

“You two have also grown so tall.” Mrs. Yan took each of their hands, “Have you been proposed to yet?”

Madam Fu: “…”

It wasn’t appropriate to discuss this outside.

“Madam, let’s go inside to talk.” Nanny Yu said at the right time.

“Yes, yes.” Madam Fu said with a smile, “Look at me, I’m so happy to see you all, I almost forgot.”

“Come in quickly, I’ve already had someone prepare a courtyard for you.” Madam Fu said, “You should rest first, and in the evening, I’ve arranged for a banquet from Taste Building to be brought to the mansion to welcome you.”

“See, with our visit, we’ve made you so busy.” Mrs. Yan said, “I really feel embarrassed.”

“We’re family, there’s no need to feel embarrassed.” Madam Fu said, “I’ve been waiting eagerly for you to come.”

“Father retired and went to Jinzhou with Mother to be with my brother and sister-in-law, so I’ve been quite lonely in the capital.” Madam Fu said, “Now that you’re here, it’s wonderful. By the way, how’s my brother’s transfer order coming along? Didn’t sister-in-law say in her letter that he could be transferred back to the capital?”

“Nothing is confirmed yet, it’s always uncertain.” Mrs. Yan said cautiously, “But there’s about a seventy percent chance now.”

“My brother has always been a cautious person, and if he can say there’s a seventy percent chance, then it shouldn’t be far off.” Madam Fu said with a smile.

“Let’s hope so.” Mrs. Yan nodded with a smile, “Ultimately, the capital is better, especially for the children.”

Mrs. Yan and her two children went to rest first.

But they didn’t actually rest in the room.

After washing up and changing clothes, they went to chat with Madam Fu.

“Eldest sister-in-law, what are the plans for Sikang and Liqing now?” Madam Fu asked.

Mrs. Yan said, “I won’t say anything insincere, as I mentioned in my letter, I’m here this time to arrange a marriage for Liqing.”

“Your brother’s thoughts are the same. Since we’re to be transferred back to the capital, it’s naturally better to arrange the marriage here.” Mrs. Yan said, “It’s not about how noble the other family’s status is, it’s just that there are naturally more options in the capital. If Liqing can stay in the capital in the future, we’d also feel more at ease.”

“Even if Liqing’s husband needs to be transferred elsewhere in the future, our family can still make connections and eventually have them transferred back.” Mrs. Yan said, “But marrying out of town doesn’t have such conveniences.”

“Besides, as the saying goes, families of high status marry daughters, and families of lower status bring in daughters-in-law. Your brother is now the prefect in Jinzhou, and there’s no higher status family locally than ours. If she were to marry in Jinzhou, I’m afraid Liqing’s life would be limited to that.”

Madam Fu nodded, “Indeed it’s better in the capital.”

But Madam Fu thought to herself that her sister-in-law seemed to have even bigger ambitions.

“And what about Sikang?” Madam Fu asked again, “He didn’t attend the spring examination this year, what are his plans?”

“Sikang is quite knowledgeable.” Mrs. Yan said, “But your brother is worried that the teachers in Jinzhou may not match the quality in the capital. He’s concerned that if Sikang fails this time, it might affect his future performance in the imperial exams. So he thought it would be good for him to take some time to settle down. Moreover, by coming along this time, he can study well in the capital for three years before taking the exams again.”

“Does my brother have any particular academy in mind?” Madam Fu asked.

Mrs. Yan smiled and said, “Your brother mentioned that Bailu Academy is quite good, but I feel there are too many students and the living conditions are a bit challenging, so I fear he might not focus on studying.”

“I heard that Changqin is studying under Mr. Changshan, I wonder…”

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