Too high to reach

Chapter 164 Love Love Love
The Mo family was very lively, with many relatives and friends coming.

But Wang's actions made the atmosphere much colder.

Ever since Mo Da got the ink pattern on her back, she has been crying.

Her dearest daughter, with whom she spent every day, has gotten married, and from now on, they can no longer see each other every day.

You can't see it while eating breakfast, you can't see it while drinking tea, you can't see it while having dinner...

I can't appreciate her daily outfits, and I can't hold her in the room and whisper to her.

Who can I share these unspoken thoughts with?

Who else can understand her, comfort her, and give her advice?

The eldest son already has his own son and spends all his time studying. Mo Bao is always thinking about homework and good food. That girl Mo Qing, she cares about nothing but getting what she wants.

Mo Yi?

...Waaah, why wasn't it her I married this time? Please let Wenwen stay with me a little longer!

The more I think about it, the sadder I get, and no one can console me.

Mo Yi moved among the women, refilling their tea, melon seeds, peanuts, and candies. He always saw Zhang Debao going in and out. He was with the men, doing the same work as Mo Yi…

Look at that carefree laugh, he doesn't treat himself like an outsider at all.

When Mowen got married, he also added ten bolts of fine cloth, the quality of which was quite a sum of money.

He frowned: This can't go on!
Actually, her portrayal of Zhang Debao wasn't as foolish as everyone thought.

For example, when she first came to our house, she tested the waters with her eldest uncle and third uncle, expressing her interest in Mo Yuan.

The eldest uncle asked the third uncle privately, and the third uncle was quite willing, but Mo Yuan was not! She denied it quite firmly, and even said: "There are many better than him."

So, the uncle subtly told Zhang Debao the truth.

From then on, Zhang Debao never mentioned the matter again. When he came to the house again, it was always under the pretext of befriending Mo Fan.

But nobody's stupid!

Who would give so many expensive gifts when making friends?
With just a glance from Mo Yuan, he would run around like a puppy.
The third wife was overjoyed. Her third aunt, who was always causing a ruckus, had basically taken all the gifts and moved them into her own room.

Don't you realize that these things aren't so easy to take?
The more she thought about it, the angrier and angrier she became. She glanced at Mo Rushan and saw that he had seen the guests off, so she went up to him and said that she had something to ask him.

Pointing to Zhang Debao coming in and out, she said, "Uncle, several people asked him who he is today. What should Yiyi say?"

Mo Rushan looked at the man, a hint of embarrassment on his face. "I've spoken to Young Master Zhang several times, and I've also spoken to your third uncle. But neither of them will listen... We can't just kick them out!"

"I didn't ask you to kick me out, but we still need to make things clear. We can't accept any more gifts!"

"My uncle said the same thing, but no one listened." He sighed. "Actually, Young Master Zhang is a magnanimous person, acts with integrity, and has nothing but love for Mo Yuan. We are also of high social standing, and I think he's quite good. But that girl Mo Yuan just won't say a word!"

“But she didn’t refuse!” Mo Yi said angrily. “Everyone knows what his purpose is in coming to our house. If Fourth Sister is interested, she should let him go home and talk to his parents, and ask a matchmaker to come to our house.”

If you disagree, then clearly and explicitly refuse.

Instead of what we're doing now: taking other people's things and then ordering them around. That would be disrespectful to Young Master Zhang's sincerity.

Fourth Sister's reputation is ruined too!

If the Lady of the Earl finds out and comes to the door demanding an explanation, how embarrassing will that be for the Mo family? Will Fourth Sister ever be able to go out again?!

Upon hearing this, Mo Rushan was also alarmed. "Alright... I heard from your second brother that Young Master Zhang often invites him to the Earl's residence. His parents also like your second brother very much!"

Upon hearing this, Mo Yi knew that her uncle's reluctance to speak harshly to Zhang Debao was also for his son's sake.

Having such a good friend is beneficial in every way for my second brother.

Even Zhang Debao himself had told him that the Marquis of Zhongyong and his wife believed that their son had developed the idea of ​​pursuing a righteous path because he had made a good friend in Mo Fan.

Now, my precious son doesn't even sleep in anymore; he goes to work every day, rain or shine. When he comes back and I ask him why, he explains it all so clearly—he's definitely not just going through the motions!

This is a benefactor who guides his son to do the right thing, to pursue a better future, and to help him make progress.

How could he not be happy? He treated Mo Fan like an honored guest in his home.

Zhang Debao also introduced his cronies to his second brother.

Alas, everyone has their own interests, and there's no point in saying anything more.

But we can't keep quiet about it, otherwise we'll be in big trouble in the future!
Then he went to scare Mo Yuan again.

Mo Yuan dressed beautifully, but after looking around among the women, she realized they were all unworthy of her acquaintance, so she turned around and went back to her room to rest.

"Fifth Sister, weren't you busy? What brings you here? Were you frightened by Second Aunt's crying?" Mo Yuan said with a smile as she combed her hair.

"When do you plan to settle things with Young Master Zhang?" Mo Yi asked bluntly.

"What settlement?" Mo Yuan continued to feign ignorance.

Pointing to the pile of brocade boxes of various sizes on the cabinet, Mo Yi questioned, "Can you feel at ease holding these things?" Mo Yuan glanced at them and said, "I didn't ask him for them! This is a gift, and you shouldn't hit the person who gave the gift, understand? Why would I feel at ease?"

"But you know what he means. If you're interested, I won't say anything..."

"Alright!" Mo Yuan interrupted her, "He's a grown man, he knows what he's doing. We don't need to teach him!"

“Mo Yuan, don’t you think about this: he’s only this age, what private property could he possibly have? Isn’t all of this the family’s? But can the family not keep accounts? You’ve heard that the Lady of Zhongyong is shrewd and capable. How could she not know that so much silver and valuables are missing? What will you do when she checks the accounts and comes knocking on your door?”

Hearing this, Mo Yuan felt a little guilty and pouted, "He gave it to me voluntarily. Nobody promised him that!"

"No one should accept a life of ease without merit. When the time comes, will you be able to explain yourself clearly? If a respectable family proposes marriage to you, and your wife tells them about it, will you still want to marry well? You'll be lucky to even get married!"

Mo Yuan was frightened. She combed her hair while thinking, feeling very conflicted.

She certainly didn't want to marry Zhang Debao now. But the thought of never seeing him again felt strange.

Not to mention that all the gifts he gave me were to my liking, his witty banter and attentive care also made me quite happy.

This is how to do?
So, she glared at Mo Yi with dissatisfaction, "You're such a troublemaker! Okay, okay, I'll think of something later!"

……

Princess Yu'an returned to her palace from the courtyard where she had a secret rendezvous with Xu Ke, her face pale and grim.

He kept arguing with Xu Ke and didn't sleep all night.

Considering he now has a lawfully wedded wife, even if they don't consummate their marriage today, it's probably only a matter of time...

Moreover, it's perfectly legitimate.

Just thinking about that scene makes my heart ache and gives me an urge to kill.

In a daze, it felt as if I had returned to the past...

Hiding in a small hole in the artificial hill, Dongfang watched Ming An walk ahead excitedly, with Dongfang following closely behind.

Dongfang... No one in the world is more beautiful than him.

But why does he only see that bitch Ming An? She's not even as good-looking as him!
Why can't I do whatever I want even though they're all dead?

What is Xu Ke doing now?
Shouldn't you take that bitch to meet your parents by now? Serving tea, accepting gifts…

Ha, even though I'm a princess and the emperor bestowed this marriage upon me, I still couldn't go through this process.

There was nothing we could do before, we could only endure it. Why do we have to do it now?
"Your Highness, His Highness the Crown Prince has arrived."

She didn't speak, nor did she get up.

The Crown Prince went straight into her bedroom, laughing all the way, "I heard Xu Ke got married yesterday, are you sad, little sister?"

When I came in, I was shocked.

Yu'an's hair was disheveled, and her face was covered in tears.

"What are you doing... are you really sad?" The Crown Prince found it amusing.

"Brother Crown Prince, when will you be able to sit on that throne!"

……

"Granny Zhao, wasn't it Mo Yi's sister's wedding yesterday?" Li Jing asked Granny Zhao as she returned home after finishing the morning court session.

"Yes. The gift has already been sent."

"Ah."

"Your Highness, shouldn't your marriage to Miss Mo be on the agenda?" Granny Zhao asked casually.

This time, Li Jing didn't refuse casually as before. "Didn't you say you still needed to pack something?"

Granny Zhao was secretly delighted. "That's easy! The main courtyard underwent a major renovation a couple of years ago, and everything inside is new. Since you're not home, no one's living there. I've been tidying it up again these past few days. I've taken care of everything. Why don't we welcome Miss Mo into the house before the end of the year?"

Li Jing smiled, "It seems that the old woman really wants her to come into the family... she keeps trying to persuade her."

And what about himself? He pondered...

“Even Anian said: This aunt is alright!” Zhao Mama added.

"Hmph! Of course he's willing to be naughty. These two..." Li Jing shook her head, her tone unconsciously carrying a hint of doting.

"I'll talk to Mo Ruhai when I have time later."

Granny Zhao frowned. What kind of tone was that?!

That's my future father-in-law!
"Wan Daoping's job has been arranged. He just needs to hand over his responsibilities properly before he takes office!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty!"