Of course, marrying the daughter of the Kou Clan would indeed provide him with a certain level of protection. There was no doubt about that. However, Miao Yi didn't want to bask in this glory at all. If he got too deeply involved with the Kou Clan and stayed in their environment, it would be very easy for his background to be exposed. Once the Kou Clan found out about his background, the Kou Clan would probably be the first to try to silence him out of fear of being implicated. Having been betrayed by the Six Sages, he found it very hard to believe that the Kou Clan, with such a large family business, would risk everything just to protect him!
Miao Yi stared blankly at Kou Wenlan, who had an expectant look on her face. He didn't know what to say. His friendship with Kou Wenlan was one thing, and Kou Wenlan was indeed a decent person. However, he hadn't forgotten how he and Kou Wenlan had formed their friendship in the beginning. That was because he was forced to hand over twenty percent of the Morality Goods Store's shares in exchange.
He hadn't forgotten about the time they went to the Lifeless Lands for the assessment. In order to gain a foothold in the family, Kou Wenlan had forced him and the others to risk their lives. If they couldn't produce results to give Kou Wenlan an explanation, Kou Wenlan had already made it clear that none of them would have an easy time once they returned. There was no room for negotiation!
Some things were different. However, if Miao Yi were to believe that Kou Wenlan was willing to marry her younger sister to him purely out of consideration for him, then he could only chuckle. Could he believe it?
If Yan Beihong and Yan Xiu had said that, Miao Yi might have believed them. Taking a step back, with Yun Zhiqiu around, it was impossible for him to accept this marriage. There was no reason for the daughter of the Kou family to be a concubine. Even if she was willing to be a concubine, the Kou family would not let her live for long. As long as he married the daughter of the Kou family, even if Yun Zhiqiu did not die, she would be separated from him sooner or later. Whoever dared to bully the daughter of the Kou family would not have a good ending!
Sometimes, the Kou family would sacrifice their children for some benefits, but they would still provide some protection. In this world, it was the same no matter which wealthy family it was. There was no reason for the Kou family to be an exception.
After staring blankly for a while, Miao Yi's mind raced as he turned to look at Kou Wenzi, who was playing the zither in the thatched pavilion. He couldn't help but smile bitterly and said, "I appreciate Brother Kou's good intentions, but I know my limits. I'm really not good enough for your sister!"
"You're wrong!" Kou Wenlan said sternly, "What do you mean by unworthy? Brother Niu may not be from a rich and powerful family, but do nobles and marquises have guts? Which aristocratic family was born to be aristocratic? My grandfather and the others. Which one of the Four Heavenly Kings did not start out as a nobody? Since ancient times, heroes have emerged from the wilderness. Brother Niu's name has spread far and wide, you are a well-known hero. My younger sister often praises you for your prowess in and out of an army of millions. They said that a man should be like Brother Niu, so how could he not be worthy of Little Sister? Could it be that Brother Niu is worried that my family won't agree? If that's what you're worried about, then there's no need. My parents are open-minded people, and my grandfather admires young talents the most. As long as Brother Niu agrees, there's no need for Brother Niu to worry about the rest. Leave everything to me, and I guarantee that I'll help you get it done! "
Miao Yi awkwardly waved his hand and said, "I really cannot accept Brother Kou's kind intentions. This matter is really inappropriate!"
Kou Wenlan asked again, "Are you worried about the Left Supervisor? Don't worry, as long as the marriage between the two of you is confirmed, it will be a logical excuse to transfer you out. "
Miao Yi hurriedly said, "It's not that. It's that I'm really not good enough for your sister."
Kou Wenlan was a little anxious. His father was right. If the daughter of the Kou family was to be married off to Niu Youde, then it would be better for his younger sister to be married off. Having a brother-in-law that was favored by his grandfather would be a great help to him in the future!
To put it bluntly, to him, Miao Yi wasn't important to the mighty Kou Family. What was important was his grandfather, Heavenly King Kou's attitude towards him!
He then asked, "Does Brother Niu not like my sister?"
"No, no!" Miao Yi quickly waved his hand to deny it. What right did he have to look down on Kou Wenzi? Anyone who heard this would laugh their heads off. He sighed and said, "Your sister is of noble birth. She's even more skilled in the four arts. She's an elegant person. I'm just a crude man. I'm not good enough for her. I really am not good enough for her. "
"That's not a reason. Can elegance and the four arts be used as a meal or as cultivation resources? Does my sister have to choose someone skilled in the four arts when she marries? " Kou Wenlan continued to ask, "I heard that your concubine, Fei Hong, is a rare beauty. Is it because you're used to seeing beautiful women? Do you think that my sister's looks are not good enough for you?"
"No, that's not it. Miss Kou is already an outstanding beauty. I'm afraid of profaning her just by looking at her a few more times. I wouldn't dare look down on her! "Miao Yi waved his hand, not knowing whether to laugh or cry. At his level, he wouldn't care about such things.
Of course, if it was just for fun, he would definitely pick a beautiful woman to play with. However, he had long since passed this stage. He was no longer the person who would want to propose marriage to the daughter of Old Li from the tofu shop across the street just because she was pretty. Lao Bai was right about one thing. When a person reached a certain stage, fine wine and beautiful women were nothing more than a luxury. Miao Yi didn't lack women, nor did he lack beautiful women. No matter how beautiful they were, they were meaningless to him. At most, they would arouse his desire to try something new. He didn't feel anything else.
Seeing how 'sincere' Kou Wenlan was, he couldn't help but say, "Brother Kou, your sister and I are really not suited for each other! I don't want to be careless with my marriage, and I don't want your sister to suffer! "
At this point, Kou Wenlan fell silent. He understood what Miao Yi meant. It was impossible for him and his sister to be together.
However, he wouldn't give up so easily. After all, he was here on a mission. It would be best if he could matchmake his sister with his sister, but he couldn't let his selfishness get the better of him.
After quietly drinking a few cups of wine, he sighed and said, "Brother Niu, I'm really worried that the Ying family will try to harm you. I also really hope that I can help you. A marriage alliance with my Kou family is the best way to help you overcome this crisis. I think you should really consider it carefully. How about this? Since you think you're not suited for my sister, then I won't mention my Eldest Uncle's Second Sister, Wen Hong, since she's already married. However, Eldest Uncle's Fourth Sister, Wen Lu, and Second Uncle's Fifth Sister, Wen Qing, are still unmarried. Their looks aren't inferior to my sister's, and their personalities are also gentler. You've met my Fifth Sister, Wen Qing, before, so you should know that I'm not speaking nonsense. You haven't met my Fourth Sister, Wen Lu. If you want to meet her, I can help you arrange it.
How about this? "Miao Yi almost fainted. It seemed that aside from the one who was already married, he could choose any of the Kou family's daughters! 'When did I, Miao Yi, become so popular?' He didn't know whether to laugh or cry as he said, "I say, Brother Kou. Does your family know about such a big idea?"
Of course they knew. However, Kou Wenlan would never admit it. He said seriously, "Don't worry. Since I've already made up my mind to help you, I won't say anything without thinking. As long as you think they're suitable, I will definitely do my best to help you succeed … I know my family's situation very well. I won't say anything if I'm not confident. The chances of success are very high. As long as you agree, I have my ways to guarantee success!"
Miao Yi asked suspiciously, "Brother Kou, is there something you need my help with? If so, just tell me. I will definitely help you if I can! "
Kou Wenlan was speechless for a while. He sighed and said, "Brother Niu, it's not that there's something I need. I just really want to help you!"
Miao Yi fell silent. He didn't know what was going on here. After thinking for a while, he sat up straight and said seriously, "I'll say it again. I appreciate Brother Kou's good intentions. It's not that I don't know what's good for me, but there's something I might as well tell you. I already have someone in mind, and I've sworn that she'll be my legal wife. I won't consider anyone else!"
Kou Wenlan was taken aback. He asked, "Who is it? Do I know her? "
Miao Yi shook his head and said, "Forgive me for not being able to tell you now. But the answer will be revealed very soon!"
At this point, Kou Wenlan couldn't continue playing the matchmaker any longer. If Miao Yi had simply refused to tell him who it was, then he would have suspected that Miao Yi was just making an excuse. Now that Miao Yi had said that the answer would be revealed very soon, he wasn't being perfunctory. Otherwise, he would be toying with him.
"If that's the case, then I can only congratulate you. I'd like to see which peerless beauty it is that Brother Niu is willing to give up such a bright future." Kou Wenlan sighed regretfully. In the end, he shook his head and said, "However, I will also say this. Brother Niu, why don't you reconsider my previous words? If you change your mind, you can contact me at any time."
"Let's drink!" Miao Yi picked up the pot and poured some wine, indicating that he wasn't going to bring up this matter again.
Since the negotiations had failed, how could Kou Wenlan still be in the mood to drink? He forced a smile and entertained Miao Yi for a while. After that, he said that he had matters to attend to and couldn't stay any longer, so he left with his sister, Kou Wenzi. Poor Kou Wenzi. She didn't even know that she was almost sold out by her own brother. Her expression was cheerful, and she seemed to be quite happy.
As for Miao Yi, he temporarily stayed in the garden. The Kou Clan wouldn't go as far as to throw the garden away. The people from the Celestial Street Chamber of Commerce would come back and take care of it. Miao Yi was only borrowing it for the time being.
Half a day later, the sky was turning dark. Yan Xiu carefully scouted the surrounding area and came back to report to Miao Yi after confirming that there was no one around.
Miao Yi had him hide on a high vantage point nearby to prevent anyone from approaching. Only then did he take out the Star Bell and contact Huang Fujun? Y。
Huang Fujun? Y was overjoyed when he heard the news. His nemesis was finally here.
Taking a bath and changing of clothes was the first thing to do. After that, he changed his appearance and quietly snuck out of the loft. He quietly deactivated the defensive formation and climbed over the walls of the backyard. After leaving the Great Ensemble Hall, he activated the grand defensive formation again. He left the West District and arrived at the East District. After exiting the East City Gate, he quietly slipped into the mountain forest outside the East City Gate.
He cautiously hid along the way, and finally arrived at the garden that was surrounded by mountains and water. She was a little curious. 'When was a garden built here?'
There was no one guarding the entrance. She cautiously snuck in but didn't see anyone. Only when she entered the pear garden at the back did she see Miao Yi sitting in the thatched pavilion, slowly sipping tea.
Miao Yi tilted his head to look. Although Huang Fujun was in disguise, he knew who it was the moment he saw the silhouette under the moonlight. He raised his cup and said, "Have some tea. I've brewed some tea for you."
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