Chapter 2033 - 2035: Discussing the Engagement

Chapter 2033: Chapter 2035: Discussing the Engagement

The next day, as the two of them walked past the main courtyard with the child, they were questioned by the old man Yang. They had to come up with a pretext, saying that Xiaoyao’s house servant was staying in town and had come over because of a temporary matter. Since it was too late, they didn’t want to disturb the others in the house, so the matter passed just like that.

Xiaoxiao and Yang Ming did not plan to leave directly to find Prime Minister Sima.

They thought it best to stay home for a few days and remain inactive, just in case Prince Four’s men were nearby observing them.

After discussing things yesterday, both were a bit scared.

If Prince Four’s Hidden Guard hasn’t left and overheard their discussion, it would be disastrous.

But then they thought about how their house was especially designed for soundproofing.

It was constructed with bluestone, just for the soundproofing. Xiaoxiao had even tested it specifically; talking inside, unless the window was opened, absolutely wouldn’t be heard outside.

As for the roof, it wasn’t the kind where removing tiles would expose the sky.

So the chance of being overheard was very low, and only then did the two feel a bit at ease.

Having just returned from the Capital City, many things needed attention: Yang Qiu had to go to the Cloth Shop, Wang Kui had to go to Xuntian Escort Agency, and Yang Ming had to send gifts to his mentor. After all, whether he did well or not in the exam, he had to visit his mentor.

These few people went to Shanshi County together after breakfast.

The others continued with their own tasks.

Before long, Li Fugui came over.

These days, Li Fugui had often visited to see Yang Xia and her daughter, so it was no longer surprising to the Yang Family.

Upon arrival, Li Fugui explained his intentions to old man Yang and Yang Ming’s mother.

"Uncle, Aunt, I’ve come to discuss something with you."

"Fugui, what is it? You’re planning to open that Fugui Inn?" the old man Yang asked, thinking that’s likely the most significant matter left.

Li Fugui opened his mouth and said, "The inn will open in a few days. I’ll invite you all then, but today I’ve come to discuss my and Xiaotian’s matter."

Upon hearing this, Xiaotian looked up at Li Fugui in surprise, as did everyone else.

Li Fugui continued, "Even though Xiaotian and I can’t marry immediately, we can’t continue on without any status. I was thinking, we should first get engaged, and hold a feast in the village, to formalize the matter. I’m frequently visiting, and I don’t want the mother and daughter to be subjected to gossip."

Hearing this, Xiaotian was quite touched, and a flush appeared on her face.

The old man Yang was also very pleased, feeling that it was a great resolution. The two of them couldn’t remain without status indefinitely, and an engagement would be good. So he spoke up, "That’s a good idea, let’s go with that. When do you plan to get engaged?"

"Uncle, Aunt, how about the day after tomorrow? It’s going to be busy farming in a few days, and people won’t have time. Tomorrow, I’ll go back and prepare, and you can decide whom to invite. Then today, we can notify people, and the day after tomorrow, we’ll have the betrothal feast and invite guests. What do you require for the engagement gifts?"

"Prepare as you see fit, as long as you two are harmonious and happy."

This was the next big event for their family after Yang Qiu, and the family was delighted. Although the old Yang family didn’t demand any engagement gifts, the necessary ones should still be there. The family discussed it inside for quite a while, and then Yang Ming’s mother took Yang Xia and Li Fugui to invite people door to door. It’s just an engagement; there’s no need for contributions from everyone, but just to have everyone come along and enjoy. Many people also offered their congratulations and polite remarks.

Thus, the engagement was settled.