Chapter 2691 - 2692: Return to Tianyun (258)

Chapter 2691: Chapter 2692: Return to Tianyun (258)

An Jing continued, "Yan’er hasn’t taken a liking, but you have. If we were to arrange the marriage and she doesn’t like the husband, what then? That would ruin her entire life, and we surely can’t engage in such reckless matchmaking. If she does take a liking, then it would be easy enough, as it would just involve Jing drafting a decree."

Wang Wenya, seeing the situation, said, "Mother, Father’s judgment of people should still be alright, Yan’er shouldn’t dislike him."

An Jing rarely rebuked, "How can you be so foolish! This is Yan’er’s major life decision; you all hope for her happiness, but be careful not to do a good deed that turns bad and ruins her life!"

Wang Wenya immediately dared not utter a word.

Wang Youbao also realized he hadn’t thought it through and quickly said, "Master, don’t be angry. As you just said, we too wish for Yan’er’s happiness. Clearly, I was wrong about this. I’ll have Yan’er meet that young man. If they take a liking to each other and both agree, then we will ask for your blessing for the marriage. How does that sound?"

An Jing then softened her expression and smiled, "That’s the right way to do it. This matter should be of their own volition and shouldn’t be decided solely by you. Even if they aren’t happy in the future, it would be their choice, and they can’t blame you. Others, I prefer not to meddle with, nor can I, but as for you, I don’t see ourselves as outsiders, so I interfere a bit. Otherwise, wouldn’t it just be a matter of a decree? Why would I need to be upset with you? Right?"

"Yes, yes, Master is right," Wang Youbao said, ashamed.

Wang Wenya was also quite ashamed: "Mother is right."

An Jing laughed and said, "Alright, don’t hang your heads down. Everyone is thinking for Yan’er’s sake. So tell me, whose child have you taken a liking to?"

The latter sentence clearly aimed at asking Wang Youbao.

Wang Youbao quickly replied, "I’ve taken a liking to Minister Tao’s third son, Tao Mingsheng."

An Jing was somewhat surprised and exchanged a glance with Su Changyi before smiling, "Yan’er is your legitimate granddaughter; are you willing to marry her to a Commons Son?"

Wang Youbao laughed, "I am myself a Commons Son. If my father-in-law could accept me back then, I naturally can accept him. I’ve also asked Haomiao, and he thinks he’s quite good."

An Jing smiled, "I’ve never met him, but I’ve heard from Xin’er that Míngyè’s third brother is of distinguished appearance, brimful with talent, carries himself with grace and moderation, acts appropriately, and has endless potential. That’s likely why you took a liking to him."

Wang Youbao laughed dryly, "Our petty calculations can’t escape your notice, Master."

An Jing laughed, "You are Yan’er’s relatives, wanting her to marry a good man is not wrong. It’s been quite a few days since we’ve seen each other. You should stay for lunch before heading back. When you return, have Haomiao find his Aunt Xin, and let Aunt Xin arrange for Yan’er and Tao Mingsheng to meet, observe their reactions, and then decide."

"Yes, Master."

An Jing had Su Changyi sit with her, then said to Wang Youbao, "Come up and sit, perfect timing for you to accompany your Master to play chess. Your Master always refuses to win against me, which annoys me. He has to win sometimes to make me happy."

Wang Youbao sat in the position Su Changyi vacated while laughing, "I’m not good at chess, so Master is sure to win against me."

An Jing then smiled at Wang Wenya, "Instruct the Imperial Kitchen to prepare some dishes your father likes. We can’t have him come and not have his favorite dishes, right?"

Wang Wenya promptly smiled and agreed.