Quick Transmigration: Drama Queen's Daily Life Chapter 1469 - 1458: The Lady Who Doesn’t Want to Ascend

The Duan Family wept and wailed all day, but no one sympathized with her, nor did anyone believe that she had nothing to do with it. Even her two sons, Zhang Yancheng and Zhang Yanwei, were extremely disappointed in her.

"Mother, there is nothing wrong with the marriage Father arranged. Please don’t be angry with him anymore," Zhang Yanwei advised.

The Duan Family screamed, "But how can the daughter of a small fourth-rank official be worthy of you?"

"Father is only a third-rank. Marriages have always ideally been low to high. I’ve seen the lady, and she is very good."

"I disagree."

"Even if you disagree, there’s nothing that can be done. The marriage contract has already been set."

The Duan Family glared at him, "Aren’t you afraid that after she enters the family, I will trouble her mother?"

Zhang Yanwei remained respectful but with a hint of menace in his words, "Then I can only take her and live elsewhere."

The Duan Family shed tears, "You are bullying me, the three of you—father and sons—are bullying me together. I have worked so hard to raise you, and this is how you repay me?"

"I cannot wrong the young lady. I have discussed it with my brother; we shall both strive and achieve the Imperial Decree for you." Zhang Yanwei was resolute, and the Duan Family finally realized what losing people’s hearts meant, not just the servants’, but also her most beloved kin’s.

Had she done something wrong? She had done nothing wrong. Although her niece Duan Yinyin was a bit ruthless, she came from a good family and was wholeheartedly devoted to her son, ensuring he would be the one cherished, not the one working hard to cherish others in the future. Why couldn’t anyone understand her good intentions?

Ever since it was known that Zhang Yanwei was engaged, Duan Yinyin threw quite the tantrum, but with her brother Duan Shijie suppressing her, she could no longer cause any trouble. Now, she was managed daily by a nanny, and the cumbersome etiquette nearly drove her mad.

On the other side, after resting at home for a few days, the Old Lady personally took her to the Jiang Residence to express their thanks. After all, if it weren’t for Jian Yunchi’s timely intervention, the consequences would have been grave, and even if found later, her reputation would have been tarnished.

The Old Lady had always cherished this niece, and Second Old Master Zhang Yiyun was also guiltily sympathetic to the Duan Family, so the gifts of gratitude this time were offered by him and were quite valuable.

This left Old Madam Jiang shocked as she glanced at the list of gifts, not expecting the Marquis Mansion to value this niece so highly.

Old Madam Jiang had met Ye Qiu before, and upon seeing her this time, her demeanor was elegant, her temperament outstanding, which impressed her even more. Sadly, her son was not up to the mark and failed to earn the girl’s affection.

"It was just a small act of random chivalry. Any official’s child in the capital would not sit idle. Old Lady, you’re being too courteous,"

"These are trivial mundane things, insignificant compared to my niece’s life. Old sister, please don’t refuse."

Old Madam Jiang thought to herself, I call her Old Lady, and she calls me old sister. Given this familial ranking, is there still hope for our son?

Her eyes turned as she looked at Ye Qiu affectionately, "Speaking of which, the two children do seem fated. Otherwise, how could there have been a second rescue after the first? I think it’s destiny, Old Lady. How about we take the children’s birth dates to the temple someday and ask a high monk to make predictions? Perhaps the monk can perform a ritual for Ye Qiu, to prevent any more unfortunate incidents in the future?"

Old Madam Jiang’s suggestion left the Old Lady unable to refuse, considering Ye Qiu’s future safety. She nodded in agreement, inadvertently dismissing the idea of matching the children’s birth dates.

When they were leaving, Old Madam Jiang continued, "Let Yunchi escort you back to your residence. He was just about to go out to meet a friend."

The Old Lady couldn’t argue; she couldn’t stop others from going out, after all. And Ye Qiu also discreetly nodded at her, so she agreed. They had come in two carriages, so Jian Yunchi’s horse followed alongside Ye Qiu’s carriage.

Jian Yunchi, unsure how to broach the subject, was interrupted when Ye Qiu took the lead: "I’ve always wanted to ask Mr. Lv Zhu why he wanted to marry me. Could you tell me the reason?"

"The reason? Isn’t it the admiration a man has for a woman?" Jian Yunchi replied openly without reservation.

Ye Qiu lifted the curtain and asked him, "Isn’t it because of my calligraphy and my writings?"

Jian Yunchi chuckled, "Initially, it was indeed these aspects that drew my attention to you. I cannot deny that my affection was partly influenced by that. But the panic I felt when I saw you in danger was genuine—a fear of losing you. At that moment, my mind was solely on you, not your works."

Hearing this, Ye Qiu smiled, causing Jian Yunchi to be momentarily stunned, but Ye Qiu soon let down the curtain, feeling a sense of loss within.

"The person I marry must respect me and cannot have any concubines." Even through the curtain, Ye Qiu’s voice was clear in Jian Yunchi’s ears. After understanding her meaning, a sense of joy filled his heart.

"The wife I choose, I will naturally respect her with my life. I have reached the age of uncertainty without marrying, and I don’t even have a maidservant by my side. Miss Ye should know my character," Jian Yunchi explained, yet he hesitantly asked, "And you, Miss Ye? Do you truly wish to marry me, or is it mere gratitude for saving your life?"

"To put it this way, I’ve always had admiration for Mr. Lv Zhu, but that admiration stemmed from respect for your talent. However, when you suddenly appeared beside me to rescue me, I felt the same way. I realized that my future husband should be like you, appearing beside me like a Heavenly God when I’m helpless. Do you understand my meaning, Teacher?"

"I understand." Jian Yunchi chuckled softly, "The day we visit Ci Yun Temple, I shall accompany my mother. Please join us, Miss Ye."

"Alright, we shall not part."

"We shall not part."

The Old Lady listening in front sighed repeatedly, not expecting this old man to charm her niece away. It’s not that Jian Yunchi was unsuitable—his family background, talent, appearance, and character were all top-notch—it’s merely his age was much greater, he could almost be Ye Qiu’s father.

But aside from Jian Yunchi, there was no better candidate for her niece in the Old Lady’s mind. The outstanding, ambitious families looked down on Ye Qiu’s background, and those average ones seemed unworthy of her. Considering this, the Jiang Residence respected her enough, and Jian Yunchi truly cared and cherished, making it appear to be a good match.

Since the Jiang family showed the utmost sincerity and Ye Qiu herself agreed, she had no reason to object. However, given the Jiang family’s noble status, she ought to prepare a more substantial dowry for Ye Qiu, to ensure she is not looked down upon.