Cheng Yujin's anger was not light. Do as she saw fit? Cheng Yuanz said in front of everyone that Marquis Cheng had something to tell her. How could she do as she saw fit?
A few days ago, when Cheng Yuanz took her out of Old Lady Cheng's room, he used the same excuse. She was grateful for Cheng Yuanz's kindness, but now, the two cousins were innocent. She could spend an afternoon with Xu Zhixian. With such a good opportunity, why would he take her out?
Cheng Yujin's heart was very unwilling, but in front of everyone, how could she refuse her uncle's words? Cheng Yujin gave a fake smile and bowed to Cheng Yuanz, asking: "Now?"
Cheng Yuanz only faintly glanced at her, then opened the curtain and went out. Cheng Yujin was completely out of ideas. She could only turn around and nod to the others, saying: "I have something to do. Excuse me." She hurriedly chased after him.
Only the others were left standing in the room, looking at each other in dismay. Xu Nianchun leaned against the window and looked outside. He saw Cheng Yujin quickly run two steps and catch up with Cheng Yuanz. The two walked side by side towards Marquis Cheng's courtyard.
Xu Nianchun murmured: "Sister Jin and Ninth Uncle's relationship is really good. Grandfather called Sister when he had something, and it was actually Ninth Uncle who came to pass the message."
At this time, Cheng Yujin caught up with Cheng Yuanz. She suppressed her anger and asked: "Ninth Uncle, why did you call me out? What do you want?"
Cheng Yuanz glanced at Cheng Yujin. Seeing her angry and pretending to be fine, he couldn't help but laugh: "You're thinking too much. It was really Marquis who called you. It was on the way, so I helped you pass the message. "
Cheng Yujin was surprised. She looked at him doubtfully: "Really?"
"If you don't believe me, then go back."
Cheng Yujin frowned and thought for a while. She felt that it was better to believe it than not. It was always right to go to Marquis Cheng's courtyard first. Cheng Yujin didn't take the initiative to talk along the way. Cheng Yujin gradually relaxed. He was distant and indifferent. It didn't seem like he was making fun of her. Perhaps it was really Marquis Cheng's message.
Cheng Yujin entered Marquis Cheng's courtyard with a suspicious attitude. Marquis Cheng was sitting in front of the square table with his clothes on. When he saw them, he quickly waved his hand. "Ninth Masters, First Miss, you're here."
Cheng Yujin was shocked. It was really Marquis Cheng who had summoned her! She secretly glanced at Cheng Yuanz and was caught by the other party. Cheng Yujin quickly retracted her gaze and pretended that nothing had happened. She bowed to Marquis Cheng: "Granddaughter pays respect to grandfather."
Marquis Cheng didn't care about these formalities. He waved his hand and signaled for them to sit quickly. Cheng Yuanz didn't stand on ceremony. He really picked a chair and sat down. Cheng Yujin quickly glanced around the room. After assessing the situation, she carefully sat down next to Cheng Yuanz.
Marquis Cheng was looking at the calligraphy on the table. Cheng Yujin's sharp eyes saw it. She looked around and quickly guessed that it was her grandfather's collection. Cheng Yujin was good at this. She immediately said, "Grandfather, whose calligraphy is he looking at? This person's writing is well-developed. When he finishes, it's neat and smooth. He has his own style. It's obvious that his kung fu is very profound. Such good handwriting shouldn't be unknown. "
Cheng Yujin noticed that Cheng Yuanz glanced at her. Cheng Yujin thought to herself, "What does it have to do with you that I'm flattering my grandfather?" Then she heard Marquis Cheng say with a smile, "This is the Ninth Masters' calligraphy."
The smile on Cheng Yujin's face almost froze. Cheng Yuanz chuckled softly from the side. The laughter was clear and light. If it wasn't for Cheng Yujin sitting close, she wouldn't have heard it at all.
Fortunately, this was a small scene. Cheng Yujin quickly adjusted and said with a smile, "It's actually the Ninth Uncle's calligraphy. It's really an eye-opener for niece. If I had known earlier, I would have pestered grandfather to teach me how to write. That way, I could write as well as the Ninth Uncle. "
Marquis Cheng laughed loudly. Cheng Yujin thought to herself, "Cheng Yujin is also very capable. No matter when or where, she can always make the person in power happy." She flattered two people with one sentence. She said it naturally and was full of the interest of a little girl. Even the eunuchs in the inner court who flattered others for a living couldn't compare to her.
What kind of environment could raise such a character?
Marquis Cheng didn't think that much. He stroked his beard and said with a smile, "Eldest Miss is right. The Ninth Masters' calligraphy is indeed very good." After Marquis Cheng finished speaking, he suddenly changed the topic and said, "It's almost time for the Emperor's Thousand Autumn Banquet. Although the Emperor said not to make it too big, as subjects, we can't lack our sincerity. However, the Emperor has seen all kinds of good things. The only thing we can do is to show our sincerity. The Ninth Masters' calligraphy is good. Why not write a congratulatory calligraphy for the Emperor's birthday. What do you think, Ninth Masters? "
That strange feeling came again. Marquis Cheng was the father. Why did he have to ask his son what to do? Moreover, Marquis Cheng was using the name of Marquis of Yichun to give the palace a gift. Cheng Yuanz should feel honored to have such an opportunity. Why did Marquis Cheng use such a careful tone?
Cheng Yujin's gaze swept over the two people. Cheng Yuanz didn't say anything. She paused for a long time. During this time, Marquis Cheng was so nervous that he almost couldn't breathe. Fortunately, Cheng Yuanz gently and almost imperceptibly nodded her head. "Alright."
Marquis Cheng was relieved of a heavy burden. A smile immediately bloomed on his face. He was much happier than when he heard Cheng Yujin speak. "That couldn't be better."
Cheng Yujin was deep in thought. She didn't expect her name to be called. "Eldest Miss."
Cheng Yujin subconsciously stood up. "Granddaughter is here."
"Directly sending the calligraphy is too undisciplined. Moreover, in the eyes of others, I'm afraid it will give off the impression of arrogance. It's not good for the Ninth Masters. Eldest Miss, I heard from your grandmother that your embroidery skills are excellent. Are you willing to embroider this calligraphy for the Ninth Masters? "
Cheng Yujin was stunned for a moment. She immediately reacted. "It's granddaughter's honor to be able to share grandfather's worries."
Cheng Yujin understood Marquis Cheng's meaning. Directly sending the calligraphy to the Emperor's birthday was too ostentatious. Regardless of whether it could be delivered to the Emperor, it would definitely offend the officials of the imperial court. However, if it was an embroidered screen, it would be different. Not only would it attract the Emperor's attention, but it would also allow the Emperor to see the words on it at all times. It would also remind the Emperor of Marquis of Yichun. Wasn't this more convenient than writing directly?
Sending a thousand-year gift to the Emperor was such an important matter. Logically speaking, there was no place for women to interfere. It was impossible to only send a single screen to the Emperor's birthday. Of course, it would be paired with other things. However, there were differences between the primary and secondary items. If Marquis Cheng really wanted to send a screen, he could have let Cheng Yujin write a birthday message and then have the best embroiderer outside embroider it. There was really no need to let Cheng Yujin take this risk. Although Cheng Yujin was an unmarried woman, she didn't have to avoid the taboo of men and women when sending a gift to the Emperor. Instead, she had to worry about the risk of the embroidery being ruined.
Cheng Yujin clearly understood that Marquis Cheng was flattering her. Cheng Yujin knew that she could embroider better than the embroiderers outside. However, Marquis Cheng didn't know that. There was no need for him to take such a risk.
Cheng Yujin immediately stood up to thank Old Marquis. However, Marquis Cheng looked at Cheng Yuanz tentatively.
He proposed this idea because he wanted to help the Crown Prince. The Emperor knew that the Crown Prince was in the capital but couldn't see him. It could be assumed that he was extremely sad. Taking advantage of the Thousand Autumns Festival, Marquis Cheng had the Crown Prince write a birthday message and send it to the Emperor in the name of Marquis of Yichun. When the Emperor saw the son he missed for many years congratulate him on his birthday, his heart would be more or less comforted.
However, Marquis Cheng didn't dare to directly send the Crown Prince's message. Although the Crown Prince had been "missing" for more than ten years, there was no guarantee that someone would still remember it. If Yang Shoufu found out, it would be terrible. Therefore, Marquis Cheng could only compromise. The Crown Prince's birthday message would still be written, but it wouldn't be sent in a scroll. Instead, it would be sent in the form of an embroidered screen.
This was Marquis Cheng's second selfishness. He had originally planned to hire the best embroiderer outside to embroider it overnight. However, two days ago, he happened to hear that Cheng Yujin's engagement had been broken off. When a woman's engagement was broken off, no matter how talented she was, she wouldn't be able to redeem it. It would be difficult for Cheng Yujin to find a good family. Marquis Cheng wanted to let Cheng Yujin do the embroidery. His idea was to let Cheng Yujin take on the role, but in reality, it was still the embroiderer who would do the work. The Cheng Family wouldn't say whose embroidery technique it was, but as long as the embroidered screen was valued by the Emperor, Cheng Yujin's value would naturally increase.
Perhaps, she would have a chance to marry a good husband.
This method was good for both the Crown Prince and Cheng Yujin. Marquis Cheng wanted to pave the way for the Crown Prince, but he also wanted to ride on the Crown Prince's coattails to help his granddaughter.
It all depended on whether His Highness the Crown Prince was willing or not.
Cheng Yujin thanked Marquis Cheng. She didn't understand why the air had become silent. She looked at Cheng Yuanz in confusion. When Cheng Yuanz turned his head, he bumped into a pair of confused and beautiful eyes.
His heart felt like it was being scratched by a feather. Cheng Yuanz unexpectedly thought of Cheng Yujin's situation. Because she had been adopted from a young age, she was very sensible. She was almost subconsciously observant and was constantly trying to please those in power.
In fact, it wasn't easy for her to live.
Cheng Yuanz looked away and said in an indifferent tone, "Okay, we'll do as Marquis says."
Marquis Cheng was overjoyed. He was happy for a while before he remembered to tell Cheng Yujin, "Since the Ninth Masters have agreed, then you have to work harder these days. Go and look at your Ninth Uncle's calligraphy. Then take it back and carefully copy it. If there's a needle you can't control, then go and ask your Ninth Uncle. In short, look and ask more, understand? "
Cheng Yujin obediently replied, "Yes."
Marquis Cheng talked with them for a long time. At this time, a servant reported from outside, "Marquis, the Old Madame said that the meal is ready. She's just waiting for Marquis to take a seat."
Marquis Cheng stood up. Cheng Yujin saw him and quickly went to help him. Marquis Cheng seemed to be in a good mood. He said, "I was so happy that I didn't notice the time. I almost missed the time to eat. Let's go and eat first. "
When Marquis Cheng arrived, the hall was already full of people. When they saw Marquis Cheng come in, everyone stood up to greet him, "Marquis."
"There's no need to be so courteous. Sit down."
Marquis Cheng walked over. Cheng Yuan-hsien and the others immediately came forward to help him. Cheng Yujin took the opportunity to retreat and stood at the women's table. Cheng Yujin appeared together with Marquis Cheng. She even supported Old Marquis. Many people looked at Cheng Yujin with envy and jealousy.
Cheng Yujin naturally noticed it. She didn't care about it, as if she always had this kind of face. But in her heart, she was thinking that the higher she flew, the more people were waiting for her to fall. Her engagement being broken off, who knows how many people were happy in their hearts. She was still at home now, and the marquis fu's people pretended not to mention this matter due to their relationship as relatives. But once she appeared in the eyes of outsiders, who knows how many people would mock and ridicule her.
Cheng Yujin thought about it. She didn't know what she did wrong to end up like this. Perhaps, her biggest mistake was that she shouldn't have gone up the mountain to find Cheng Yumo that day. She shouldn't have entered the cave. She shouldn't have saved Huo Changyuan. Because she saved people, she had to sacrifice her life and her son's life. Even before she died, her husband's family and her mother's family were praising her.
Even if she was lucky enough to be the prophet, others were complaining about why she wanted to break off the engagement. Why wasn't she gentle enough? Why did she offend Marquis Huo? Cheng Yujin pursed her lips into a faint smile. So what? She just wanted to throw the marriage contract in Huo Changyuan's face. She just didn't want to give Cheng Yumo a good face. She wanted everyone to see that she, Cheng Yujin, would never fall from the clouds in this life.
Cheng Yujin's gaze passed through the bustling crowd and accurately fell on Xu Zhixian, who was concentrating on talking to her sisters.
She didn't think that she would have to keep her chastity for Huo Changyuan for the rest of her life just because she married Huo Changyuan in her dream. Anyone who wanted this crooked tree could have it. Two-legged men were everywhere. She, Cheng Yujin, had fame and beauty. She might as well change.
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