Holding the noble gold-plated invitation, Xia Jingyun thought in his mind that the Qin family probably wanted to make something clear, so naturally there was no reason to refuse, so he happily went to the appointment when the time came.
At the entrance of Mingyu Tower, the gold medal for Zhongjing Roast Duck still hangs. Even at noon, people are coming in one after another.
Xia Jingyun glanced at it, smiled slightly, and walked inside under the guidance of the greeters waiting in advance.
Different from the obscurity when he came several times before, this time, as soon as Xia Jingyun showed up, many people he met by chance took the initiative to say hello.
Although he is still just a scholar at the moment, everyone knows that he is about to soar into the sky.
Especially when combined with his current age, current strength and reputation, and future prospects, no one in Zhongjing City can surpass him.
Who would refuse to have a good relationship with him and become familiar with him!
After some polite greetings, Xia Jingyun went upstairs and arrived at the highest-end private room in Mingyu Building.
The old head of the Qin family was already waiting there, along with the current head of the Qin family and Qin Li, the current controller of Mingyu Tower.
Three generations of the Qin family have arrived, which is not a low standard.
Xia Jingyun didn't show any pretense at all, and immediately greeted everyone politely with a slightly daring expression.
The head of the Qin family was an old man who had survived the power chaos in Zhongjing City. He was naturally able to capture this scene, so he casually found a topic and entered the conversation.
"I feel ashamed to say it. The Zhongjing Roast Duck invented by Mr. Xia is very famous. It is perfectly matched with Ali's Mingyu Tower and is popular in Zhongjing. I have never tasted such a famous name. Today, Mr. Xia is in front of me. I can have it." Have a good taste!”
Although Xia Jingyun felt that the words used by the old family master Qin were a little strange, but thinking about it, it was not a big problem, so he smiled and said: "It's just some clever thinking that made Duke Fengyang laugh. But this thing is indeed easy to digest. , which is pretty good.”
Everyone was polite, and the dishes were naturally served like water.
Patriarch Qin picked up the wine glass and said, "Mr. Xia, this is my first glass of wine. I'd like to toast you. It was my fault that you were put in jail. I apologize to you!"
Xia Jingyun also raised his cup and shook his head, "The words have been said. Mr. Fengyang does not need to be entangled. I have no resentment in my heart. The best result is that the real murderer can finally be brought to justice."
"Young Master Xia is so righteous! Please drink!"
Everyone raised their glasses and poured the wine into their throats.
Fengyang Gong then poured another glass and raised it towards Xia Jingyun, "For this second glass of wine, I want to thank Mr. Xia. Thank you for uncovering Qin Sichao and bringing down the Qin family to avenge my useless grandson. , so that the foundation of our Qin family for generations can be preserved, thank you very much!"
Xia Jingyun raised his glass and said: "We both have common interests and we dare not take credit, but no matter what, the overthrow of the traitors in the prime minister's house is justice and what the people want. Have a drink!"
Everyone drank another drink.
They were all top-quality aged wine. After drinking two glasses of wine on an empty stomach, everyone still felt a little nervous, but they didn't expect Duke Fengyang to pour a third glass of wine.
When Xia Jingyun saw this posture, if Qin Li hadn't told him the inside story before, he couldn't help but wonder if the old man was trying to get him drunk in order to carry out some shameful deeds.
"Mr. Xia, for this third cup, if nothing else, I wish Mr. Xia to win the first place in the apricot list, and then become the second person in our dynasty to win three yuan in a row in the palace examination!"
Faced with such blessings, Xia Jingyun couldn't say anything, so he just kept silent.
After three glasses of wine, everyone started eating.
Qin Li took the initiative to make a roll of roast duck for his father and grandfather. Both of them were full of praise when they ate it, and they couldn't tell how much was real and how fake.
After drinking for three rounds, Mr. Qin looked at Xia Jingyun and said, "Mr. Xia, before you drink too much, I have a few words that I would like to chat with you."
Xia Jingyun knew that the topic was coming and quickly said straightly: "Mr. Fengyang, please speak."
Patriarch Qin gently pressed the table and said seriously: "Ali must have told you before, and I will solemnly tell you again in person. In short, in one sentence, the Qin family wants to bet on you."
Xia Jingyun nodded, "I told my sister about this when I went to the palace yesterday. I would also like to express my attitude to the old head of the family. That is, we both take what we need. It is a match made in heaven. My sister and I will also treat the Qin family well." , will never ask for anything for no reason, and will give it up easily.”
The old head of the Qin family nodded slightly, "Of course we are aware of the kindness of Mr. Xia and Concubine De. However, our bet actually has two meanings."
Xia Jingyun raised his eyebrows, looking like he was willing to hear the details.
The old head of the Qin family smiled and said: "The first one is of course that the Qin family supports the Prince of Jiaodong County. One hundred thousand taels of silver will be paid in advance, and they will send someone to deliver it to the house later. Secondly, Mr. Xia, my Ali and you, The man is talented and the woman is beautiful, they work well together, and they are of marriageable age."
Damn it, you old boy really wanted to get me drunk.
Xia Jingyun was so frightened that he almost woke up from the wine.
Qin Li on the side was even more embarrassed and annoyed. The blush on her cheeks was like two balls of rouge, or as if one person had drained both jars of wine on the table.
But in the current era, where parents order matchmakers, women have little autonomy over marriage.
Everyone has been arranged, and it would be good to be arranged for Xia Jingyun.
But she also knew that the matter between Xia Jingyun and the eldest lady of the Su family was already known to almost everyone in Zhongjing's senior management, and out of moral considerations, she disdained to do such a thing.
There is expectation hidden in the shame and annoyance, there is resistance in the expectation, there is some unwillingness in the resistance, and there is reason in the unwillingness.
In this complicated and hectic tangle, Qin Li was just stunned on the spot for a moment, not knowing how to speak.
The old head of the Qin family did not give the two of them time to react, and continued: "We will not wait for your imperial examination results like the Su family, we will decide now."
Halfway through his words, the head of the Qin family, Qin Li's father, slammed the table, "Father, why don't you discuss this matter with me first? What's more, Mr. Xia has already talked to the eldest son of the Yunmeng Su family. The young lady is in love with you. Where do you put Mr. Xia? How do you want him to make a decision?"
Patriarch Qin was at a loss for words, "I just thought what if Master Xia also likes Ah Li? Ah Li is such a good and absolutely virtuous wife, who wouldn't like her?"
"Father!" The head of the Qin family stamped his foot, "You still say that!"
"Okay, okay! I made a mistake!"
Patriarch Qin picked up his wine glass and said with a sincere expression, "Mr. Xia, I am old and fatuous. I made a mistake. Please pretend you didn't hear what I just said. Please forgive me."
Love came and went as fast as a tornado. Xia Jingyun, who hadn't figured out how to deal with it yet, had to stand up and have a drink.
And sure enough, for the rest of the meal, no one in the Qin family mentioned it again, and the meal ended happily in the friendly harmony that they worked hard to recreate.
After seeing off Xia Jingyun, Qin Li walked into the room, closed the door, blocked the doorway, folded her arms, and looked at her father and grandfather coldly.
Qin's father sipped his wine as if nothing had happened. Qin Li's father, who was not that strong mentally, felt a little guilty for no reason, and said, "Ali, as a father, I am here for you!"
"Play! Keep playing!"
Qin Li snorted, "Do you have the guts to bang the table with grandpa?"
After being exposed by one sentence, the head of the Qin family was choked to the point of speechlessness.
Only then did Mr. Qin slowly put down his wine glass, "Ali, grandpa wants to ask you something, do you want to marry Xia Jingyun?"
Qin Li was silent.
The old Patriarch Qin said again: "Are you worried about the Su family? Are you unwilling to act like this?"
Qin Li continued to be silent.
The old head of the Qin family continued: "If in order for the Qin family to complete the deep bond with Xia Jingyun, you need to make sacrifices and marry him against your original intention, will you be willing?"
Qin Li was still silent.
Patriarch Qin smiled slightly but was not angry, "Then let me ask another question. If you put aside all other factors and purely based on your own emotional likes and dislikes, would you be willing to marry Xia Jingyun?"
Qin Li didn't answer, turned around and slammed the door.
Patriarch Qin picked up his wine glass with a smile and took a drink.
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On the other side, Xia Jingyun returned to Jiang'an Hou Mansion and immediately called Su Yuanshang to discuss with him the various actions of Jiang'an Hou Mansion in the future, especially since it was certain that the Qin family's help would be brought in today.
After deducing for a while, when these things were temporarily explained, the words at the banquet and Qin Li's figure couldn't help but come to mind again, and the villain in his heart started a desperate struggle.
From an intellectual point of view, such a smart woman who is proficient in business and people's hearts will indeed be an excellent help in her family in the future.
At the same time, it can also dispel the doubts of the Qin family and deepen cooperation.
The most important thing is that Qin Li herself is also in a state of shame. That is to say, in recent years, she has deliberately hidden her humility in front of others, and her reputation in Zhongjing has gradually diminished.
However, as the direct daughter of the Qin family, it is impossible for her to be a concubine!
Nonsence!
Why are you taking it seriously!
Have you forgotten that you already have Su Yanyan? Scumbag!
Xia Jingyun suddenly woke up and couldn't help but sigh, men are never satisfied with their fat and thin bodies!
What's more, in such a worldly environment.
"Master, Master?"
"Ah um. What's wrong?"
Su Yuanshang looked at Xia Jingyun who had come back to his senses, and said with a smile: "What are you thinking about? Do you want to be so absorbed?"
How do you want to scum your niece? Xia Jingyun felt a little embarrassed and quickly changed the subject and asked a topic that he was a little curious about before, "Mr. Su, has anyone in our country ever won three yuan in a row before?"
Su Yuanshang laughed when he heard this, "You have asked the right person. There are not many people in the world who are more familiar with this section than me."
Xia Jingyun's eyes lit up, "Is that you?"
Su Yuanshang shook his head, "He is Yan Yan's grandfather, and he is also the person that two generations of our Su family look up to!"
Xia Jingyun:.
He looked at Su Yuanshang with suspicion and resentment, are you looking at me?
(End of chapter)
