A Foodie Transmigrated into the Palace Chapter 1442 - 1440: Matchmaking 2

"How wonderful it would be to have such a beautiful and sensible daughter!"

The maid advised.

"Madam, haven’t you said you’re treating Miss Jiang like your own?"

Madam Shi wore a bitter expression.

"That’s merely talk. She can never truly be our own!"

"Hearts are always separated by belly!"

After saying this, she softened her tone and explained.

"It’s not my fault!"

"It doesn’t matter how muddled my eyes get from picking a husband for her, when it comes time for the engagement, it still needs approval from her parents; my opinion doesn’t count!"

She looked somewhat disappointed.

"It’s important!"

The maid blurted out.

"Madam, if it weren’t important, why would the Jiang Family send her here?"

"It’s quite improper for a young lady’s reputation to travel so far alone!"

Madam Shi considered and agreed, then waved her hand.

"Forget it, let’s not talk about this now!"

"We’ll spend the New Year first!"

The maid nodded, smiled, and took the Beauties’ Mallet to massage Madam Shi’s legs.

She had another question during the massage.

"Madam, as you said, will you still take Miss out to these banquets after the New Year?"

"Of course, why not?"

Madam Shi said resolutely.

With nothing settled concerning the Peace North Marquis Family, are we expected to stay indoors indefinitely?

That’s impossible!

She smiled.

"Don’t worry so much!"

"Find some fashionable fabrics and sew a few outfits for her. After the New Year, we’ll go out together."

"Alright!" The maid replied with a smile.

After a while of massaging, when Madam Shi fell asleep, she got up and excused herself.

...

As New Year’s Eve approached, Madam Shi became increasingly busy.

Fortunately, Jiang Wanrong helped out, so Madam Shi wasn’t too troubled by the affairs of the back courtyard.

On New Year’s Eve, there was a family banquet, inviting esteemed elders to gather and enjoy the festivities together.

The elders loved such occasions; they thrived on the lively atmosphere.

The Shi Family wasn’t small, and usually hosted banquets elsewhere.

This year, it was the turn of their branch, making Madam Shi even busier.

This continued until after the Lantern Festival, when things gradually eased.

...

At the final family banquet during the Lantern Festival, Madam Shi was overwhelmed and fell ill.

There was no legitimate or capable person around to manage these tasks.

She felt a bit desperate.

At that moment, Jiang Wanrong stepped forward.

She not only prepared the family banquet thoroughly, but also organized the servants’ celebration of the Lantern Festival perfectly.

On the day of the Lantern Festival, the Shi Mansion was grander and more orderly than in many previous years.

Everyone was surprised and inquired among each other.

It turned out that Madam Shi was unwell, so Miss Jiang managed everything.

Within half a day, this news spread across the entire Capital City (mainly because there were many people in the family, and gossip spread quickly).

People in alleys and streets gathered quietly to discuss.

Repeatedly transmitted through many mouths, the news evolved into various versions.

For instance:

"Hey, have you heard!"

"The eldest daughter of Shi Family has come of age, yet there’s no talk of marriage. Which family’s new groom will be fortunate enough to marry her!"

Another example:

"Isn’t Shi Family without a firstborn daughter? Could it be Master Shi’s illegitimate child?"

"Indeed, I’ve never heard of Shi Family having a daughter. How did one suddenly appear?"

Further examples:

"Oh, the daughter of Shi Family is quite capable, managing household affairs even before marriage... she must be very virtuous when married!"

"Truly a lady from a distinguished family, unlike us common folks!"

...

Amid the uproar, some families with ulterior motives began to entertain different thoughts.

For instance... the Fuguo Duke’s Mansion developed an interest.

"Is she really that good?"

"Why not investigate!"

"Does Shi Family have a firstborn daughter? I’ve never heard of it!"

"I heard that she’s Madam Shi’s legitimate niece, and from a reputable lineage!"

The Old Madam of the Fuguo Duke’s Mansion pondered that the status seemed acceptable.

Thus, she sent someone to inquire about this young lady.

The next day, having gathered all information about Jiang Wanrong, the Old Madam of the Fuguo Duke’s Mansion was highly satisfied with this girl who suddenly appeared in Capital City.

"Wonderful!"

"Good appearance, good temperament, and virtuous!"

"Perfect match for Liangliang as a bride!"

"Age, family background, and looks all match!"

The Old Madam spoke excitedly.

The daughters-in-law and grandsons’ wives underneath didn’t respond much.

The Old Madam was displeased, her face stern.

"What do you mean!"

"My legitimate grandson can certainly match a girl from a small place?"

The daughters-in-law quickly came forward to placate her.

"Old Madam, calm down. We’re thinking about how to facilitate this marriage!"

"Indeed, indeed!" Those beneath agreed.

Yet their faces inadvertently sported embarrassed smiles.

Fortunately, the Old Madam was too old to see clearly, otherwise...

...

Talking about the legitimate youngest grandson of the Fuguo Duke’s Mansion, Lv Zhaoliang, the tale is quite extensive.

However, it can be summarized in a few words.

’This person is outrageously lecherous!’

’Indulging excessively in eating, drinking, and entertainment!’

’Never absent from brothels, artist venues, or Fang Pavilion Red Mansion!’

He could book an artist venue for a whole month, switching girls every day.

He could also spend a fortune at a brothel just out of spite.

If it comes to squandering, there’s probably no one in Capital City who dares to compare themselves to him.

Thus, he’s undisputedly the leader of all playboys in Capital City.

He dares to claim the first position, no one dares to claim the second.

Though the Fuguo Duke’s Mansion isn’t the wealthiest, Lv Zhaoliang is indeed the most prodigal!

Leading to...

Small families disdain him, while big families look down upon him.

Not a single notable family in Capital City wishes to marry off their daughters to him.

So, despite being over twenty years old, he’s still a single man.

Of course, given his lifestyle, it doesn’t really matter whether he’s single or not.

To summarize, he has plenty of concubines but can’t marry a proper wife.

This greatly worried the Old Madam of the Fuguo Duke’s Mansion.

Her grandson not being able to marry a wife troubled her immensely!

...

The daughters-in-law and grandsons’ wives beneath her lived challenging lives, constantly tense and often scolded.

Now...

Finally, there’s a suitable girl in Capital City for Liangliang. They each felt deeply grateful.

"Truly blessed by the heavens!"

"Thank heavens!"

Of course, some raised questions.

’If they fancy the girl, does she have to marry?’

’Certainly!’

’It’s almost certain!’

The power of the Fuguo Duke’s Mansion is seemingly too much for that small Jiang Family to offend.