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Chapter 269 Outstanding
When Ye Zhaoyan saw Ye Jingli, he was waiting under the shade of the trees in the courtyard, tall and straight, handsome and elegant, with a gentle look on his brows.

Seeing her coming, he hurriedly bowed his hands and saluted, "I've seen Missy."

Ye Zhaoyan nodded to signal him to excuse himself.

He was wearing a crescent-blue straight train, a dark green gown with a cluster of orchids embroidered on it, and a jasper pendant hanging around his waist. His brows were wide and wide, and there was a gentle smile on his lips, elegant and elegant.

After all, Ye Wenxuan couldn't bear to wrong her, and unexpectedly picked out such an outstanding man from Ye's side branch.

Such a man, despite his lack of status, is worthy of a lady from an ordinary aristocratic family.

Ye Zhaoyan looked at Ye Jingli, and Ye Jingli also looked up at Ye Zhaoyan with a humble look.

At this time, Ye Fugui and Ye Wenxuan walked into the courtyard.

"Grandpa, mother." Ye Zhaoyan turned around to salute, and introduced the man beside him, "This is Ye Jingli."

Ye Wenxuan nodded without saying a word. This person was deliberately selected by him, and he was naturally the best among the offspring.

It's just that he can't guarantee how much this person has for Ye Zhaoyan.

Ye Zhaoyan seldom showed up in the Ye family's offshoots. Because of the difference in status, these offshoots had never caught his eye. Naturally, there should be no possibility that Ye's offshoots secretly admired the eldest daughter of the Ye family.

So, quite a pity.

Ye Wenxuan sighed, he hoped that Ye Zhaoyan would find someone he wanted, but there were some things that could not be forced, and that was all he could do for Ye Zhaoyan.

Ye Fugui glanced at Ye Jingli and frowned slightly.

Although Ye Jingli was handsome, she really didn't want Ye Zhaoyan to marry him.

Ye Jingli is the direct son of Ye's side branch, although Ye Fugui doesn't know him, he knows that this child has always been known among the side branches for being virtuous and dignified.

It stands to reason that it would not be bad for such an outstanding man to be a son-in-law, but Ye Fugui felt wronged for his daughter.

This Ye Jingli's heart is definitely not as good as the person who really admires Ye Zhaoyan. If she wants to pretend to marry, she would rather that person is Ji Sinian, the son of the Ji family.

What's more, she knows her daughter well.The person Ye Zhaoyan wants to marry is the person he likes, and what he wants is a couple for a lifetime, not a marriage for the sake of consolidating the interests of the Ye family.

With such thoughts, Ye Fugui only dared to think silently in his heart.

Seeing Ye Fugui's hesitation, Ye Zhaoyan knew what she was worried about, she held her hand lightly, and said, "Mother, since my daughter has made a decision, she won't feel compelled to compromise."

Ye Fugui's heart was slightly shocked, and then he understood Ye Zhaoyan's intentions, and burst into tears.

Her daughter has always been stubborn. Once a decision is made, no matter how much she opposes it, she will go forward.

Zhao Yan, as expected, had grown up, and would do anything to save the Ye family, even sacrificing her own marriage.

"Mother, don't be sad." Ye Zhaoyan wiped away the tears from the corners of Ye Fugui's eyes, and patted her on the back, "Daughter doesn't feel wronged."

"En." Ye Fugui wiped away the tears on his cheeks, and replied vaguely.

At this time, Ye Jingli had already kowtowed to the two, "Jingli has met the general and his wife."

Ye Jingli lost his father since he was a child, and after his father Ye Chengze passed away, he and his mother became orphans and widows of the offshoot of the Ye family.It stands to reason that without the support of his parents, the side branches would soon wither, but Ye Wenxuan at that time not only did not despise Ye Jingli, but instead helped him many times.Ye Jingli did not live up to his expectations, not only had outstanding knowledge, but also had a noble character, which won the appreciation of Elder Ye.

"Okay..." Ye Wenxuan gave him an appreciative glance, and didn't speak any more.

Ye Fugui also put away his grief, helped Ye Jingli up, and said, "Jingli, our family Zhaoyan is stubborn and has a bad temper. If she has any negligence, please bear with me."

"Ma'am, you are serious." Ye Jingli lowered her eyes and replied respectfully, "Miss is a woman who does not give way to men, and has her own demeanor."

What he said was beautiful, he not only praised Ye Zhaoyan, but also expressed his appreciation for her, which made people sound very comfortable.

"In this case, I will invite your mother to come over in a few days and discuss the marriage together." Marven Ye waved his hand, "You should step down first."

"Yes." Ye Jingli cupped his hands, turned and left the room.

Seeing Ye Jingli leaving, Ye Fugui suddenly sighed, "Zhaoyan, are you sure you really don't regret it?"

"Mother, don't worry, my daughter has never regretted it." Ye Zhaoyan said in a deep voice, but his palms were lightly clenched.

In my mind, the shadow of the boy gradually faded away, but became more obvious.

"Alas..." Ye Fugui sighed again, shook his head and said, "You, you are as self-willed as you were when you were a child."

Ye Zhaoyan smiled, took Ye Fugui's arm, and said, "My daughter is also spoiled by you, so she is so unscrupulous."

"I'm used to you, isn't it just because I want you to be happy?" Ye Fugui stroked her hair and said in a low voice.

She smiled happily, as if the melancholy just now no longer existed.

Soon it was the day for the Zhuo Palace's banquet.

Zhuo Wang's Mansion was full of guests, and the clan members of the big Jindu family all came with congratulatory gifts.

Lord Zhuo ordered people to set up a banquet early on and invited the nobles to gather together.

Because Emperor Donglin had been feeling unwell recently, he did not send any relatives of the royal family to come, but only sent a maid and eunuch to congratulate him.

And the rest of the kings and clan relatives also came here, and the whole palace was decorated with lanterns and festoons, creating a lively scene.

Ye Zhaoyan entered the arena cautiously after the people at the main gate had left, but she didn't want to immediately attract all eyes, whether it was female or male guests, all cast their gazes on her.

The rumors of these days have made her and King Qing's names stick together, and everyone knows everyone.

Seeing this, she was neither humble nor overbearing, quietly stepped into the table and looked around calmly.

"This is the young lady of the Ye family, she is a rare and beautiful lady." A lady smiled and said to the lady beside her, her eyes were full of envy.

The Ye clan is now extremely powerful, and Miss Ye is in love with King Qing. Such luck is comparable to the daughter of the royal family. How can she not be envious?
The man glanced at her, "But that's it, how can you reach the three sisters of Shangjindu?"

Another lady echoed, "Miss Ye is indeed not as heroic as an ordinary lady. This kind of temperament is not something that ordinary girls can possess. It requires great perseverance."

Ye Zhaoyan couldn't help frowning.

The banquet began soon, with singing and dancing, and drinking and drinking.

Ye Zhaoyan observed quietly for a long time, but there was no sign of Zhuo Yibai, not even Zhuo Mingxuan.

It's really strange.

The people at the banquet exchanged several rounds of conversations, and gradually shifted their focus to the major events to be announced by the Zhuo Palace.

"I heard that Zhuo Wang wants to arrange a marriage for the son of the family?"

　I have been busy with new part-time jobs in the past few days, and there is no computer around me, which may affect the update.

　　
　
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