The Bookish Scholar of the Red Mansion

Chen Heng still didn’t know about the affairs at home. At this moment, he was taking his two younger brothers as guests at Wang Xianming's house. Since Lin Ruhai left Yangzhou, Wang Xianming also moved out of Lin Mansion. I rented a courtyard near the academy to live in.

Now that there were no outsiders, Chen Heng took his two younger brothers and kept toasting the teacher and chatting. When Wang Xianming was in a happy mood, he also became drunk after drinking too little. The atmosphere between teachers and students gradually regained the feeling of Shanxi Village in the past with every conversation. Old feelings come back with new meanings, which makes people reminisce and makes people reminisce happily.

After Chen Heng drank another cup, he suddenly stood up and saluted: Teacher, I have a question, and I sincerely ask my teacher to help me.

You kid, I told you that you drank so much as a teacher today, I know you didn't hold it in. Wang Xianming cursed with a smile, then lovingly stretched out his hand to pick it up, and asked with a smile, Tell me, what else is there? The matter is worth all the efforts and strenuous efforts of this champion.

Mrs. Liu is in a really good mood today, not only because her husband's student won the first prize in the examination, but also because he and Yu'er are about to have something good happen. Hearing this, he also smiled and said: I'm afraid it won't be an easy thing. Heng'er came prepared.

Chen Heng chuckled, stood up straight in front of the Master and Mistress, and said solemnly: The student would like to ask the Master to accept Yinglian as his adopted daughter.

What?! Wang Xianming suddenly came to his senses. He glanced at Chen Heng blankly and said in disbelief, No, no, no, it's a big matter of your Majesty's marriage. I, I, I'm just an old boy, how can I get out of this? Become this in-law and be imbued with this dragon spirit.

Chen Heng was not impatient after hearing this, but patiently advised him from the side. Yinglian has no father and no brothers or sisters at home. She only depends on her mother alone. He had this idea, but it was not a temporary idea.

Wang Xianming was persuaded several times by Chen Heng and was already a little moved. After all, this is a lifelong event for students. If I can participate in it and provide Chen Heng with some help to the best of my ability, I can also create a good story between teachers and students.

But... Wang Xianming glanced at Mrs. Liu quietly, and the latter immediately said: Look at what I do, Heng'er can lay this plan on you, not because he respects you as his disciple. Master's wife. After he finished speaking with a smile, he pondered for a moment and said worriedly, It's just that you and Yu'er have discussed this matter.

After all, Daiyu was the official wife. Despite Li Zhi's wishes, no one dared to say no to the marriage. But no matter how great the emperor is, he can't control the young couple and live their lives behind closed doors. Whether the married life is harmonious or not depends entirely on whether the husband and wife respect each other.

After all, Daiyu wanted to call her aunt, and Mrs. Liu was worried that Chen Heng was young and would make all the decisions based on his own temperament. Chen Heng saw Liu's concern and immediately replied: This is Yu'er's idea, and it also has my intention.

It was a simple sentence, but Mrs. Liu smiled happily. She clapped her hands repeatedly and said: If you two can have this kind of thinking, we really don't have to worry in the future.

What does it mean to have the other person in mind, and what does it mean to consider the other person in everything? Heng'er's words have made the two people's feelings towards each other clear.

Mrs. Liu nodded happily, then looked at Wang Xianming, who was now at peace, and said with a smile: I married one daughter back then, but I didn't expect that I would be able to marry another daughter when I got old. Fortunately, blessings are not exclusive, and good things in the world come in pairs.

The tacit understanding between the old couple made Wang Xianming immediately understand what Liu meant. He also smiled and nodded: Good things come in pairs, and dowry must also come in pairs. In the end, this little family fortune will have to be settled by this boy.

Hearing this, Chen Heng hurriedly opened his mouth to explain. However, Mrs. Liu and Wang Xianming said in unison: Hold on, since you asked us to recognize the child Yinglian, we should listen to the arrangements of our elders.

The couple looked at each other and smiled, and then said: With us here, if you treat Yinglian badly in the future, we will not listen to you...

Chen Heng suppressed the emotion in his heart. At this point, he had already prepared everything he could for Yinglian, and he could finally come to propose marriage without any distractions.

Thank you, Teacher and Master. Chen Heng bowed again.

Silly boy, get up quickly. I am happier than anything else to see you start a family and have a career as a teacher with your wife.

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On the way back, Chen Heng naturally followed his two younger brothers. The time for his return this time was short, and he had many matters to deal with. I had no choice but to take my brothers with me whenever possible to enhance the brotherly bond.

Chen Qingyue couldn't help suppressing laughter on the road, and asked about how Chen Heng and Yinglian met each other from time to time. Chen Heng was a little drunk and only said a few words. When the two younger brothers heard the details, they were moved by Yinglian's infatuation.

No wonder these years, when someone came to propose marriage, they were blocked by sister Yinglian. Chen Yin sighed, the two of them were neighbors. What happens next door can't be hidden from the eyes and ears of the Chen family.

Still calling me sister?! Chen Qingyue laughed and scolded, Third brother, you are about to change your name to sister-in-law. After saying that, I don't know what the kid thought of, and he was so happy that he laughed.

Chen Heng saw that the boy was laughing so stupidly that he asked why. Chen Qingyue laughed: Brother, I like to call you younger brother. No matter the eldest sister-in-law or the second sister-in-law. As soon as I call them, they will know who they are. I am worried about Brother Yin, he will have two second sisters-in-law in the future, hahahahaha. Every time When he goes to one place during the New Year holidays, he will have a headache.

Chen Yin was also dumbfounded. Yes, no matter what, the will was to marry a wife, so the only choice was to rely on his sister-in-law. The second brother's mind is too smart, and he immediately thinks of the difficulties in the future.

Chen Heng didn't expect this to happen, but it was still very far away after all. He thought about it for himself and didn't worry too much about small things. The three brothers got off the carriage when they got home, went inside to report to their parents, and then went back to their houses to rest.

The eldest sister and the second sister were married close to each other and were both in Yangzhou city, but their rooms were empty. One of them was temporarily converted into a guest room for Liu Xianglian to live in. The other room was reserved for Xinda. When this kid grew up, he couldn't sleep in the same room with his second brother every day.

Chen Heng washed up alone in the room for a while, then stood in front of the window and stared at the boarded-up window opposite. This was a precaution that Feng took back then to prevent the two children from getting close to each other and doing unruly things, and it has not been removed to this day.

The bright moon was in the sky, and Chen Heng, drunk and timid, went down to the yard and picked up a few small stones. Picking up the pebbles one by one, they gently threw them at the wooden window opposite.

In the quiet night, only a slight dong dong sound was heard. After a while, a bright candle lit up the originally dark room. The lights move from far to near, standing in front of the closed window sill.

it's me.

The gentle night breeze carried voices to the window lattice.

I...I...I know.

Even though she was isolated by the wooden board, Chen Heng could hear Yinglian's nervousness.

I have something to tell you. Chen Heng's words contained a hint of determination to move forward.

I...will...go downstairs.

Yinglian left a word and walked away holding the candle.

Chen Heng was overjoyed when he heard this and immediately put on his robe and ran downstairs.

At this time, in the dead of night, Liu Xianglian, who was lying in bed, suddenly opened her eyes and smiled. He took off the Yuanyang Sword from the wall and followed Chen Heng quietly under the cover of night.

Chen Heng didn't wait long at the door of Zhen's house when he saw Yinglian carefully opening the door, closing it like a thief and sneaking out. In order to cover up people's eyes and ears, she had no lighting tools in her hands. Fortunately, Chen Heng had the foresight to hold a lantern and hold it slightly high so that each other could see each other clearly.

The moon is very bright tonight, illuminating the earth like silver. After Chen Heng came closer, he realized in hindsight: Is your mother asleep?

It's time to go to sleep. Yinglian only dared to take a look at Chen Heng's appearance before lowering her head. She had just gone downstairs in a hurry and caution, and didn't bother to inquire about Feng's situation.

Her voice was very soft, as if she didn't expect this moonlit tryst. But her excited and excited heart made her unable to refuse. In the cool evening breeze, Chen Heng held up a lantern to shine on the road ahead and invited, Let's go for a walk?

Yes. Zhen Yinglian nodded and walked down the steps in small steps. ,

The two walked side by side for a while in silence.

The shadows on the ground are very interesting, there are actually two pairs. The pair are illuminated by the bright moon above their heads, stretched on the bluestone path. A pair of shadows were reflected behind by the candlelight, and Chen Heng had to turn around to see them.

He shared this interesting story with the beautiful woman. Then he used this to start the conversation and talk about his knowledge and experience in the capital. The things I can talk about are all lighthearted and fun. Of course, there is no need to mention the sadness and hardships of the past.

After finishing talking about some trivial things, Chen Heng asked her, What about you?

Chen Heng's patience made Yinglian feel a little less nervous. She finally plucked up the courage to raise her head, looked sideways at Chen Heng, and said aloud: I follow my mother every day...

Most people spend their days in peace and silence. Yinglian's daily life is pretty much what Chen Heng expected. I go to Qiupu Street to work every day and spend the day simply and normally, repeating the cycle. As we talked, the topic of Yinglian inevitably fell on the Lantern Festival and Mid-Autumn Lantern Festival every year. There are grand events every year in Yangzhou, and there are endless new ideas.

Chen Heng listened attentively and nodded from time to time. In the past three years, he was not only fighting the wind and rain outside, but also going through ups and downs. Yinglian also silently adhered to the promise she made back then in her peaceful days.

The two people were obviously very close to each other, but there seemed to be a layer of window paper between them. It makes people want to stab it, but they can't help but stop. Seeing that the atmosphere was gradually getting warmer, the smile on Yinglian's lips gradually grew.

Chen Heng finally asked: Yinglian...

Yes. Yinglian seemed to have sensed something, her face turned red, and she held on to her confidence and looked at Chen Heng with bright eyes. Three years have passed, and she is no longer greener than the average girl.

At this moment, there is more than just a charm that can be described. That stunning appearance, under the bright moon, cannot be concealed even by a simple suit of clothes. Women of this age are entering their most beautiful years step by step.

Chen Heng didn't have any thoughts in his heart. He just looked into the other person's eyes and said solemnly: I'm here to fulfill our agreement back then. Yinglian, are you still willing...

Yes. Yinglian blushed and nodded, her mind would not change no matter how much time passed. Her temperament has always been like this. No fighting or grabbing, soft and calm as water. No matter what the outside world said, as long as Chen Heng did not reject her personally, she would wait in Yangzhou day by day. Being vigorous is valuable, but being able to stick to your heart in the ordinary is also extraordinary.

It's just that my mother is a little unhappy knowing that you want to marry Sister Lin... Yinglian whispered. Although the journey from the capital to Yangzhou is long, some things are always passed down through word of mouth.

This is human nature. Chen Heng nodded, not annoyed by Feng's attitude. But he also knew that there was no right or wrong in this matter. If it hadn't been for Yinglian's desperate efforts, he wouldn't have realized the emotional thing. If Feng hadn't deliberately blocked it, their marriage wouldn't have been delayed to this point.

Maybe with a slight change, everyone's current situation will be different. Chen Heng shook his head. As things have developed so far, it is time and destiny, so there is no need to worry too much. He said directly: I asked for the decree from Your Majesty, and asked Your Majesty to make the decision for us to get married.

Chen Heng paused, I went to see the Master today. If your mother doesn't object, the Master will accept you as his adopted daughter. Then he and your mother will sit in the high hall and receive our three bows. There is a Master sitting in charge, Your mother should feel more at ease and believe in my sincerity.

Tell me your plans one by one. Yinglian listened silently, and the person in front of her spoke calmly. But she knew how much effort and thought it would take for an ordinary farmer to achieve these things.

Tomorrow morning, my mother will ask a matchmaker to come to the door first. When our family comes back from worshiping our ancestors, we will formally propose marriage. Chen Heng continued, his flat tone sounded like an unyielding determination in the night. .

Listening to the whispers of the people around her, Yinglian couldn't help but stretch out her hand, as if to hold up a bright moon. After several years of infatuation, it’s finally time to bear fruit. The girl felt panicked for no reason.

Persistence...

Chen Heng blinked, and Yinglian was so nervous that she called him by the wrong name. Hiding this wonderful mistake, he continued to listen silently.

The girl hooked her fingers into her hair and said nervously and with fear: Do you like me?

Chen Heng fell silent and thought seriously. The bluestone path is illuminated by lanterns with round shadows. In the brief silence, the two figures moved forward for a while, and then he spoke out: Do you still remember that when there was a flood in Yangzhou, you came to the academy to find me despite the danger?

Yeah. How could Yinglian not remember how desperate she was at that time?

Yinglian, how were you feeling at that time?

I don't know either. Yinglian shook her head, recalling the past, she showed a bright and dazzling smile, I just thought that whether I live or die, I have to see you.

My mood now... Chen Heng raised his head slightly and looked at the bright moonlight above his head, It's the same as yours back then.

This night has nothing to do with romance.

Chen Heng turned his head and looked at Yinglian, not only looking into the other person's eyes, but also looking at himself in the other person's eyes. The girl's brown pupils were lit by candlelight, moonlight, and the words of her sweetheart.

He said seriously: I like it.

Yinglian let out a relieved laugh, and she saw Chen Heng's seriousness. The two of them lowered their heads tacitly and walked a few more steps on the ground. She then said: I'll wait for you.

good.

The two of them just walked casually on the road after that. While walking and chatting, they did not shy away from Sister Lin's presence and just said whatever came to mind. Hearing that Daiyu had prepared a gift for herself, Yinglian also asked herself what gift she would prepare in return. After walking together for a long time under the moonlight, Chen Heng then sent the girl back to her house.

Liu Xianglian, who had protected the two of them all the way, could finally go back to the house to sleep with peace of mind.

It's a pity that some blind robbers didn't take advantage of me on the way. My Yuanyang sword had no chance to draw blood from its sheath.

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The next day, Gu invited an old matchmaker from Yangzhou to convey the intention of proposing marriage to the family. According to the rules, it will take a few days for the Zhen family to get a reply. The Chen family was not in a hurry. They packed their bags and returned to their hometown to prepare for the important event of worshiping their ancestors.

On the way back, we chose the waterway and horse-drawn carriages to travel in parallel, so we returned home very quickly. It only took four days to return to Shanxi Village after a long absence.

In a small mountain village, a champion came out. The whole village, men, women and children, was naturally very excited. The Chen family's carriage had just arrived at the village, and the sound of firecrackers hadn't stopped. Compared to the bustle of Yangzhou Pier, it is no less impressive.

Thank you to the book friend It's the breeze that blows into my breathless eyes for the reward.

This is the first update, there will be a second update later. There are ten thousand words today, so I can confidently ask for votes, monthly votes, rewards, and recommendation votes.