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"Stop right there!"
She scolded.
Then, Ji Muqing dragged Ji Wanxin in front of her and glared at her coldly.
He said angrily, "Ji Wanxin, Father has already betrothed you to the Shen family. You are a member of the Shen family in life, and a ghost of the Shen family in death. You want to marry into the imperial family?
She came to a firm conclusion.
Tears welled up in Ji Wanxin's eyes as she opened her mouth. "Big Sister, I …"
"What about you? The Shen family is in the front hall right now. Don't think of escaping, follow me. "
Ji Wanxin furrowed her delicate brows and quickly took a step back. "Big Sister, I'm not feeling well. I don't want to go."
"You don't have a choice."
As he spoke, he pulled Ji Wanxin towards the front hall with all his might.
Ji Wanxin was no match for her and was forcefully dragged out of the front hall.
"You'd better be quiet. If you go in and ruin this marriage, Father will beat you to death."
"I'm not going."
"You have to go even if you don't want to!"
She had a strong sense of command.
Ji Muqing immediately pushed her into the hall.
Ji Wanxin staggered but managed to steady herself. She gripped her sleeves tightly and gritted her teeth as she took a few steps forward.
In the main hall, Ji Li and Minister Shen were sitting on the main seats drinking tea. Madame Shen and Shen Zhangqin sat on one side while Ji Huan sat on the other, chatting enthusiastically.
Ji Muqing walked around Ji Wanxin and entered. She bowed to the elders of the Shen family, then obediently sat down at the side.
Ji Wanxin followed behind, looking like a pretty daughter of a humble family. She walked with small steps, her head lowered. She looked like a gentle and beautiful woman.
Just as she came in, many pairs of eyes were fixed on her body.
Old Master Shen and Madame Shen looked at her with judgmental eyes.
This daughter-in-law was really beautiful.
Satisfied!
Really satisfied!
The only bad thing about her was that she was sickly.
Old Master Shen frowned slightly at the thought.
If he hadn't been good friends with Ji Shuhan for many years, he wouldn't have arranged a marriage with the Ji family. Later on, he found out that his future daughter-in-law was sickly.
However, due to his pride, he didn't expose her.
He thought that sooner or later, his daughter-in-law would recover from her illness. Little did he know that this medicine pot could not be maintained at all.
Just the thought of it made him unhappy.
Shen Zhangqin, on the other hand, had a look of satisfaction on his scholarly face. He had always been elegant, and when he saw Ji Wanxin, who was just as elegant, it was obvious that she was just what he wanted.
Inadvertently, the corners of his lips curled up slightly.
She liked this woman very much.
Ji Wanxin stood in the middle of the hall. She bent her knees and bowed. Her delicate lips curved. "Wanxin greets Uncle Shen and Aunt Shen."
Mrs. Shen was the first to welcome them.
He held her hand and gently said, "You're not feeling well. It's better to stay in the room. Why did you come here?"
"It's Wanxin's fault for not greeting you in time."
"What are you talking about? Quickly sit down."
"Yes."
Ji Wanxin nodded obediently. She leaned against Ji Muqing's side and sat down. Her expression was as gentle as jade, and she looked like a little girl.
However, she didn't lift her eyes from the beginning.
When Madam Shen sat down, Ji Li looked at Minister Shen and said, "Minister Shen, your younger sister has been rude today."
Shen Shangshu smiled insincerely. "What are you saying, War Secretary Ji? Wanxin is indeed a good girl. I'm just afraid that Zhangqin is trying to climb up the social ladder."
"Assistant Minister Shen is a man of striking appearance and outstanding intelligence. He has the appearance of a modest gentleman. On the contrary, your sister is trying to climb up the social ladder."
The two men smiled at each other.
Ji Huan, on the other hand, had always been a straightforward person. How could he speak in a mellow tone like Ji Li?
He raised his gruff voice and said, "Minister Shen, don't underestimate Wanxin just because she has been ill since she was young. In fact, her body is just a little weak. It's not a serious illness. In the future, you will definitely have many children and grandchildren. Moreover, Wanxin is proficient in the four arts. She can even embroider and sing and dance. She's full of strengths. Your Shen Zhangqin will definitely not suffer a loss if he marries my sister."
He slapped his chest as a witness.
A rough man was a man indeed. He was so direct when he spoke.
Not only was he direct, but he was also very explicit.
When Madam Shen heard this, she naturally could not make her son look shabby. She immediately continued Ji Huan's words. "My father, Zhangqin, has been very intelligent since he was young. At the age of four, he was already familiar with the Five Classics. He is also very proficient in poetry and songs. This time, he was able to become the Assistant Minister of the Ministry of Rites with his own ability. He is also a filial and good child. Of course, he wouldn't mistreat Wanxin."
"Assistant Minister Shen is indeed a talented man. He is a good match for my sister." Ji Huan said.
"Wanxin is also very likable."
"Of course."
Thus, the two of them continued their conversation.
All kinds of flattery!
From the beginning to the end, the two protagonists did not say a word. They did not even look at each other.
Until …
Ji Muqing casually said, "Wanxin isn't young anymore. Since both families are satisfied, why don't we hold the wedding earlier to avoid unnecessary complications?"
Unnecessary complications?!
What complications?
She always spoke in a strange tone that others could not understand.
Who knew that before the Shen family could speak, Ji Huan, who was standing at the side, retorted.
He snorted. "Muqing, you said that Wanxin is old, but what about you? Now that the Crown Prince is dead, your position as the Crown Princess is gone. "
It was not strange that he would rebuke Ji Muqing like this.
Ji Huan and Wanxin were born from the same mother's womb. Whether it was blood or flesh, they were very close. It was natural for him to help his own sister. Moreover, Ji Huan was a person who dared to hate and love. Moreover, Ji Muqing's sharp and unkind words were not new to her. Therefore, it was not the first time that Ji Huan did not like her.
When they were at home, the two of them bickered many times.
Therefore, it was expected that they would fight, but it was also unexpected.
Who knew that Ji Huan would ridicule Ji Muqing in front of the Shen family!
Ji Muqing was so angry that her throat tightened. She glared at him fiercely, but maintained the appearance of a well-bred lady. She gently replied, "Second Brother really knows how to joke."
"I'm not joking."
"You …"
How infuriating!
"Enough! We're talking about Wanxin and Assistant Minister Shen today. Both of you, shut your mouths." Ji Li interrupted him before he could finish his sentence.
Ji Li's words caused Ji Huan and Ji Muqing to cease their bickering.
But Ji Muqing was not satisfied. She glared at Ji Huan and said in a strange tone, "My good intentions are not repaid."
After saying that, she stood up and bowed.
"Uncle Shen and Auntie Shen, Muqing is not feeling well. I will take my leave first."
Not feeling well!
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