The Humble Family's Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket!

Chapter 585: Chapter 536: Not Taking a Concubine_1

Madam Li was also a woman of action, “I will send an invitation to Madam Su tomorrow to see if she’s available. If so, you can accompany me to pay her a visit.”

Daohua nodded but appeared a bit hesitant, “Mother, do you think the Su Family will agree?”

Madam Li also lacked confidence, “Let’s feel them out first.”

Mulling it over, Daohua would be very happy to have Su Shiyu as her sister-in-law; for one, her fourth brother liked her, and for another, the two had known each other for many years and understood each other well, forming a certain emotional foundation. This was much better than a marriage completely arranged for family interests, a blind and mute matrimony.

After thinking it through, Daohua spoke, “Mother, our family still seems too low in status in the eyes of an aristocratic family like the Su Family. Which girl doesn’t want to marry into a higher status? Madam Su might not be willing, but I have a strategy that could possibly increase her fondness for fourth brother.”

Madam Li also wished to facilitate this marriage and quickly asked, “What strategy?”

Daohua said, “…you tell Madam Su that unless Sister Su remains childless until thirty, fourth brother will absolutely not take a concubine.”

Upon hearing this, Madam Li was stunned.

Seeing that Madam Li did not immediately object, Daohua continued, “Mother, if Sister Su really does marry into our family, she will be marrying down. Our family must show some sincerity, right? Otherwise, with so many prestigious clans, why would the Su Family choose ours?”

“Of course, we’ll need to inform fourth brother in advance since it’s his marital affairs to prevent future trouble. Men, well, they’re all lovey-dovey at the beginning, but as time goes by, they tend to grow fickle and start flirting around.”

“Smack!”

As soon as she finished speaking, Daohua’s head was smacked by Madam Li.

With an accusing look, Daohua gazed at Madam Li, “Mother, I’m helping you come up with ideas!”

Madam Li glared, “Tell me, what kind of talk is that for a young lady like you?”

Daohua pouted and muttered, “I’m telling the truth.”

Madam Li felt somewhat helpless; she didn’t know who her daughter took after, always saying such astonishing things, and, worst of all, she was often right, leaving her no room to refute.

Daohua leaned closer again, “Mother, what do you think about my strategy?”

Madam Li glanced at her obliquely, “Your strategy is a good one, it’s just that… it’s somewhat unfair to your fourth brother.”

Not taking a concubine—that alone, once word got out, would have people breaking down their family’s door, those who truly cherished their daughters.

Daohua smirked, “He’s the one who’s eagerly pursuing Sister Su; naturally, he has to offer something. Besides, if he truly likes Sister Su, how could he have eyes for other girls?”

Madam Li looked at Daohua speechlessly, “Just look at you, anyone who didn’t know better would think Miss Su is your sister instead of him. You don’t even seem to feel sorry for your fourth brother.”

Daohua retorted, “Mother, I’m doing this for fourth brother’s own good. Look, with this approach, maybe Madam Su will overlook our family’s status and agree to an alliance with us. Then won’t fourth brother have won his beauty?”

“Furthermore, without the trouble of concubines, the family can live in harmony, how nice is that? With fourth brother’s abilities and Sister Su’s virtue, if they work together, couldn’t they lead a prosperous life?”

Madam Li took these words to heart. In the past few years, she had her grievances against the master of the house because of Mistress Lin; if not for their three children, she wouldn’t have wanted to manage the affairs of the Yan Family any longer.

Looking back now, she realized it indeed wasn’t conducive to the family’s prosperity.

Seeing her daughter still looking at her with bright, sparkling eyes, Madam Li made a shooing gesture, “Alright, I’ve got it. Go rest.”

Early the next morning, Madam Li called for Yan Wenkai, and after thinking it over all night, she decided to adopt her daughter’s plan.

“Mother can try to gauge the Su Family’s stance on the matter, but our family doesn’t match the Su Family’s social status. If we rashly ask for a marriage proposal, they will definitely not agree. Mother asks you, if in order to marry Miss Su, you had to agree to never take a concubine for the rest of your life, would you be willing?”

After saying this, Madam Li stared intently at her youngest son.

Yan Wenkai had also tossed and turned all last night, mulling over the questions Daohua had asked him numerous times. After a moment of silence, he lifted his head to look at Madam Li: “Mother, your son is willing.”

Seeing her youngest son reply so quickly, Madam Li revealed a look of surprise, “Are you sure? Once I propose this to the Su Family, there’s no turning back. You must not have any regrets in the future.”

Yan Wenkai nodded, “Mother, your son is certain about his decision and will not regret it. Please go ahead and propose the marriage with confidence.”

Hearing this, Madam Li was momentarily at a loss for words.

Yan Wenkai asked somewhat eagerly, “Mother, when will you visit the Su Family?”

Madam Li, annoyed at her son’s impatience, couldn’t help but dampen his spirits, “Don’t get too excited; the Su Family might not look favorably upon us.”

Yan Wenkai smiled, “Your son believes in you, Mother.”

Looking at her son, who was flattering her, Madam Li didn’t want to speak anymore, and with a wave of her hand, she dismissed him in disdain, “Go on then, don’t be an eyesore here.”

…

The Yan Family and the Su Family didn’t actually have much close interaction, but because their children got along well, the adults became relatively familiar with each other, making their relationship somewhat better than that of ordinary families.

When Madam Li sent a note saying she wanted to bring Daohua for a visit, Madam Su immediately accepted the invitation.

“Madam Li and the eldest Miss Yan will come to our house tomorrow; make sure you host them properly.” Madam Su called Su Shiyu over and informed her of the visit.

Su Shiyu nodded in acknowledgment, “Miss Yan loves to eat, and it so happens that I have learned a few new dishes recently. I will cook personally tomorrow.”

Madam Su smiled, “You decide. Just remember one thing, don’t forget the proper etiquette.”

The next day, Madam Li arrived at the Su Family with Daohua, having something important to discuss, so she brought no other young ladies along.

The Su Family was a well-known Scholar Family in Zhongzhou, distinguished and elegant. The architecture and decorations of their residence were all very refined and unassuming, oozing an air of scholarly culture throughout.

Madam Su, accompanied by Su Shiyu, personally greeted Madam Li and Daohua at the Chuihua Gate.

The Su Family was thriving with many members spanning four generations still living under one roof; the Su family patriarch and matriarch were still present. Su Shiyu’s father was the third in line at home, with his two elder brothers holding official positions in other provinces, leaving only him in Zhongzhou.

Madam Su first took Madam Li and Daohua to pay respects to the elder Madam Su in her courtyard, then they exchanged pleasantries with the women of the first and second household. After sitting for a while and the time nearing midday, they returned to the third household’s courtyard.

On the way, Madam Su explained, “There are so many children in the family that, except for holidays, we dine in our own courtyards.”

Madam Li nodded, “With so many in your family, this arrangement must indeed be convenient.”

Madam Su laughed, “Isn’t it? We avoid a great deal of trouble not gathering together too often.”

Behind them, Daohua and Su Shiyu were also speaking quietly.

Daohua: “Your family really has a lot of children.”

Su Shiyu explained, “They are all children of the first and second households. My father and my first and second uncles differ quite a bit in age. The grandchildren of the first and second households are everywhere, whereas my brother hasn’t even come of age yet.”

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