I'm in the Red Mansion

Chapter 125 Aunt Xue's Objection
When Xue Baochai heard that her brother was talking about her marriage, she blushed with shame and walked away.

He went out of the window, but stopped quietly, bent down and eavesdropped.

Although she is shy, this is related to her life after all.

If this marriage could really come to pass, Xue Baochai would be quite satisfied.

Let’s not talk about Brother Cong’s appearance, he is undoubtedly a first-class figure.

Brother Cong's calligraphy and painting are unique. Such talent is rare in a century.

What's more, the third brother Cong is very motivated. He is only at the age of dancing elephants, but he has already won the top three places in the imperial examination and obtained the title of scholar.

It may not be impossible to pass the imperial examination and become a juren or even a jinshi in the future.

If there is one shortcoming, it is probably that after being removed from the Jia family tree and leaving the mansion, his family background is too poor.

However, heroes can still emerge from the grassroots!
Who dares to say that Congge'er will not be able to rise rapidly in the officialdom and establish his own business in the future?
Therefore, if this marriage could be accomplished, Xue Baochai would be absolutely willing to do it.

Unexpectedly, she heard Aunt Xue say in the room: "This is absolutely not allowed. I don't agree with this marriage."

Xue Pan couldn't help but ask, "Mom, why is this happening? Are you getting old and dim?"

Aunt Xue sighed, "Pan'er, Cong'er saved your life. I know your character. You would like to give the entire Xue family to him, and even give him your own life."

"Brother Cong is a very good person, but my Xue family looks fine on the outside, but in fact it is already in danger."

"If not, why would our family stay here after entering Beijing?"

"If Bao girl wants to get married, she must marry into a wealthy family, only then can my Xue family be saved!"

"In my opinion, Baoyu from Rongguo Mansion is an excellent candidate."

"If she really marries into the Rongguo Mansion, she can use the power of the Jia family to protect our Xue family in the future!"

Hearing this, Xue Pan said in disbelief: "Mom, after I was arrested and thrown into prison, it was Cong who saved me from prison at the cost of his own life!"

"What was the Jia family doing at that time? They watched us die without helping or caring about us, and even wanted to kick us out!"

"Now you want to marry your sister to Rongguo Mansion? Aren't you pushing your sister into the fire pit?"

"They watched me die before and didn't help me. If something happens to my Xue family in the future, will they help me?"

Aunt Xue sighed and said, "Pan'er, I know it's hard for you to wrap your mind around this."

"But what the Jia family did before was human nature. If I were in the Jia family's position, I would make the same choice as them."

"And if your sister gets married, if my Xue family has any problems, for the sake of our in-laws, as long as it doesn't offend Prince Yi Zhong again, why wouldn't they help?"

"Therefore, letting your sister marry into the Jia family is the best choice!"

"What kind of help can marrying Cong Ge'er bring to my Xue family? Don't forget that Cong Ge'er has offended Prince Yi Zhong. It is still unknown whether he can survive Prince Yi Zhong's revenge."

After hearing what Aunt Xue said, especially the last sentence, Xue Pan was completely stunned.

He looked at Aunt Xue in disbelief and said, "Mom, do you know what you are talking about? Didn't Cong offend Prince Yi Zhong just to save me? How could you say such a thing?"

Aunt Xue sighed and said, "Pan'er, you will be the head of the household in the future, and as the head of the household, you cannot let your emotions get the better of you!"

"Brother Cong saved your life, how can I not be grateful in my heart? However, gratitude is one thing, and whether or not to marry him is another."

"Brother Cong may be your good friend, but he is not a very good son-in-law!"

"You are willing to offend Prince Yizhong for your own sake, will you offend other princes for others in the future? Or even the emperor?"

"He is too stubborn and inflexible, and he doesn't have a good family background. How can I marry your sister to him?"

“Haha, haha, haha, hahahaha!”

After Aunt Xue finished speaking, Xue Pan couldn't help but burst into laughter, and he laughed so hard that tears came down.

Outside the window, Xue Baochai left quietly, and a string of crystal tears fell to the ground.

Inside the room, Xue Pan laughed loudly, then suddenly opened the door and walked out. A look of bewilderment appeared on his face.

He was very angry, he couldn't understand why his mother would say such cruel and heartless words!

But for some reason, deep down in my heart, I had to admit that what my mother said actually made sense.

The more this happened, the more uncomfortable Xue Pan felt.

He felt more and more confused, so he returned to his room, ordered some wine and food, and started drinking alone.

Soon, he was drunk.

……

Jia Cong went to the government office and transferred the house to his own name.

The deeds of the women were also transferred.

Next, Jia Cong returned to his mansion.

Aunt Mei called him over and asked, "Brother Cong, are you done with your work?"

Jia Cong nodded and said, "Mother, I have finished my work. I have nothing to do now."

Aunt Mei nodded and said, "Now that you are done with your work, prepare some gifts. I will take you to your grandfather's house in the next few days."

Jia Cong nodded and said, "Yes, mother, I understand. I will ask the housekeeper to prepare more gifts."

Aunt Mei nodded and said, "Okay, you've been out for a long time, you must be tired, go down and rest."

Jia Cong came out immediately.

First find someone to tell the butler to prepare the gifts.

Then Jia Cong wrote a few more letters.

This time he left the Jia Mansion in a hurry and did not have time to say goodbye to Lin Daiyu and Sanchun.

If I don't explain it in time, they will worry.

Therefore, Jia Cong gave each of them a letter.

In the letter, Jia Cong first gave a brief account of his situation and told them not to worry.

Then I told them that the transaction was still going on and asked them to continue.

If there are any results, let Jia Huan pass them on.

Since Jia Cong was expelled from the Jia Mansion, it was naturally impossible for him to visit the Jia Mansion again.

At this time, Jia Huan became their intermediary contact.

After writing the letter, Jia Cong arrived at South Street early in the afternoon, waiting for the school to be dismissed.

Sure enough, not long after, Jia Huan was seen strolling towards them.

Jia Cong called out, "Brother Huan, this way."

Jia Huan looked up and saw Jia Cong. He was very surprised and ran over quickly.

"Third Brother Cong, what happened to you? What treasonous thing did you do? You were kicked out of the house?"

This naughty kid, in his mouth, has become the third brother of Cong.

Jia Cong looked at Jia Huan and asked with a smile: "Alas, I wanted to treat you to a feast, but I didn't expect that you would say that I am the third brother of Cong. Forget it! It's better not to treat you to this feast!"

Hearing this, Jia Huan's face immediately filled with smiles, and he said flatteringly: "Third Brother Cong, I was just joking with you just now, don't take it seriously!"

(End of this chapter)