Fortunate Life of the Rural Beauty

Chapter 218 - 218 217 Rejection

?Chapter 218: Chapter 217: Rejection Chapter 218: Chapter 217: Rejection Chen Shiying looked at Afu’s defensive demeanor, feeling incredibly helpless. He said, “I truly have your best interest at heart. The prime years of a young lady are fleeting. If you miss them, it’s hard to find a match. I have found two decent young men for you to consider. If you don’t like them, I will continue to look for you.”

Afu certainly would not accept the potential grooms chosen by Chen Shiying, but curiosity drove her to stay silent and hear him out.

Chen Shiying continued, “These two young men are all of good character, carefully chosen from thousands of prospects. One of them is surnamed Zhou, the son of one of my aides. He is sixteen this year and has passed the Imperial examination at the age of fourteen. He will take the examination to become a government scholar next year, and it’s almost certain he will pass. He is handsome, scholarly, and kind. We also know very well about his background. The only drawback is his humble family background. If I provide you with a larger dowry, both he and his family are sure to treat you well. Afu, being as smart and capable as you are, I’m sure you two could make a good life together. I am particularly fond of this young man from the Zhou family. The other candidate is surnamed Li, he is the grandson of Mr. Li, a vice prefect of Dingzhou, and is fifteen years old, half a year younger than Afu. He has also passed the Imperial examination and is handsome with great family background as well as proper etiquette. If Afu wishes for a comfortable life, then Zhou’s son may be a better choice. If Afu wishes for a man with good family background and reputation, then Li’s son may be more suitable. However, if you choose Li’s son, it is best to have your aunty Jiang to adopt you. I have discussed this matter with her, and she has agreed.”

After hearing the information about these two men, Afu feels that Chen Shiying is somewhat reliable. He doesn’t plan to use her for political marriage, and the family status of the people he has chosen is relatively low. He seems to genuinely be looking out for her. Given her awkward status, only those from lower social background or those who eagerly wish for his promotion is more likely to accept her genuinely.

However, she wouldn’t agree to marrying anyone. She shook her head and said, “I also have a son. I won’t marry; I want to have a son-in-law instead.”

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