Exchange Fate! She Saved the whole family and the Short-Lived Marquis!-Chapter 181:

However, to reassure the Lady of Elder Yong’an, Madam Fu still called Nanny Yu to bring Fu Changqin over.

The Lady of Elder Yong’an saw this and said, "Lest Changqin feels embarrassed to speak in my presence, shall I step aside?"

"That works too," Madam Fu nodded, although Fu Changqin wouldn’t say anything to anger someone.

In this regard, Madam Fu had confidence in Fu Changqin’s upbringing.

Mrs. Yan then went into the inner chamber, and after a while, Fu Changqin arrived.

"Mother," Fu Changqin glanced inside the room, "Hasn’t the Lady of Elder Yong’an just arrived? She’s already left?"

"Yes," Madam Fu nodded.

"Why did she leave so quickly? Didn’t she just arrive?" Fu Changqin asked in surprise.

"She was just passing by and left after a brief chat," Madam Fu said.

"I called you over to discuss something with you."

"What is it?"

Madam Fu said, "You know many families have been coming to propose marriages recently."

Madam Fu took out a list, "I’ve asked someone to compile it. Do you have anyone in mind?"

Fu Changqin was indifferent, "Mother, you decide. Your judgment can’t be wrong."

"Even though I decide, it must be someone you find agreeable. We can’t have you marry someone and later find them unsuitable, only to regret it," Madam Fu said, "Your indifferent attitude makes it hard for me to decide."

"If you don’t have a specific person in mind, why don’t you tell me the type you like?" Madam Fu suggested again.

"I prefer someone steady. I know my own temperament; it’s somewhat lively, sometimes impulsive, and I speak bluntly, easily offending others. I’d like someone who can keep me grounded," Fu Changqin said, "Someone I can discuss matters with. Besides that, if we can get along well, that would be even better."

"As for appearance, I don’t have much of a requirement. Just as long as the features are upright," Fu Changqin said.

"Appearance aside, how come I feel like the person you’re describing matches so well with Miss Yu of the Elder Yong’an’s Mansion?" Madam Fu asked, "Are you describing Miss Yu’s personality on purpose?"

"Is that so?" Fu Changqin scratched his head, "But Miss Yu is beautiful."

"Didn’t you say appearance doesn’t matter?" Madam Fu said, "Miss Yu’s looks are beyond your expectations, but in all other aspects, it sounds like you’re describing her."

"Miss Yu is steady. Sometimes, when you are impulsive, she reins you in. As the legitimate daughter of Elder Yong’an’s Mansion, her vision and knowledge are exceptional, and she is talented. When dealing with matters, discussing them with her yields results. Regarding court affairs, if you’re troubled, she not only understands but can also offer advice."

"You two have known each other for a long time, and getting along is no issue," Madam Fu said, "I’ve thought it over. Aside from Mingzhu and Shinian, you are closest to her and talk the most."

"Thinking about it, it does seem like that," Fu Changqin admitted, scratching his head, "But Mother, she’s the legitimate daughter of Elder Yong’an’s Mansion. I fear I might be reaching too high; besides, Miss Yu might not fancy me."

"I know many have come to propose lately, but it’s because of the relationship with Little General Gu and Marquis Changping. Without them, more than half would not have come."

"My reputation in the capital has always been average. Since passing the imperial examination, it has improved slightly, but the future is uncertain," Fu Changqin said, "Miss Yu, however, as the legitimate daughter of Elder Yong’an’s Mansion, can choose from many nobles and officials..."

"When did you become so irresolute?" Madam Fu asked, "Just tell me, do you like Miss Yu or not?"

"If you fancy her, I’ll shamelessly go to Elder Yong’an’s Mansion to propose," Madam Fu said, "Given our relations with the Elder Yong’an’s Mansion, even if they disagree, they wouldn’t throw out your mother."

Hearing this from Madam Fu, Fu Changqin’s face turned red.

Seeing him like this, Madam Fu understood everything.

"Alright, I know what you mean," Madam Fu said, "I’ll prepare and visit Elder Yong’an’s Mansion in the next few days."

Fu Changqin bowed to Madam Fu, "I entrust this to you, Mother."

"No hesitation now?" Madam Fu laughed.

Fu Changqin, blushing, said, "I do feel comfortable talking to Miss Yu. She has a good temperament and is patient. In the past, my reputation wasn’t good, but she never let it affect her attitude towards me."

"Towards Miss Yu, it’s I who is reaching too high, so I never dared to think about it. But if Mother is willing to make an attempt for me, how could I refuse?"

"Alright, as long as you have this intention, then put in good effort. This way, the Elder Yong’an’s Mansion can see your potential and feel confident in approving," Madam Fu said.

"Yes." 𝓯𝙧𝙚𝒆𝙬𝙚𝒃𝙣𝙤𝒗𝓮𝓵.𝙘𝙤𝙢

Madam Fu sent Fu Changqin away. The Lady of Elder Yong’an came out smiling and said, "Why did you scare Changqin just now?"

"How could you say that," Madam Fu said, "He must know that marriage is not easy to come by."

"Jingyun is so good that he must cherish her twice as much," Madam Fu said, "You can rest assured with Jingyun coming to my home."

"We both live in the capital. I won’t be the wicked mother-in-law. Jingyun can come visit home whenever she wants," Madam Fu said, "Even if she wants to bring Changqin home for a short stay, or take turns staying, it’s no issue."

"I also have two daughters and understand the heart of a mother. Afraid that once the daughters marry, life under the mother-in-law might not be easy, missing them but not daring to visit often for fear the in-laws might disapprove. Worse still, coming back to the maternal home might make the in-laws more adverse."

"What I’m telling you is heartfelt, not just pleasing words. Jingyun can come to the Fu Mansion as if it were her own home, and if she misses home, she is welcome anytime."

"My son may be unremarkable, but he is of a pure mind. Over the years, he has never been moved by any woman, maintaining a pristine life, without a single soul by his side."

"I haven’t deliberately kept him in check, though I have worried it might affect his studies, advising him not to focus on women. But he has managed to maintain his bearings, never stepping out of line," Madam Fu said, "With Jingyun marrying, I won’t ask him to take concubines."

"Our back courtyard is quite clean. Although there is Aunt Cheng, that was due to special circumstances, and besides her, there is no one else. On this matter, you can also rest assured about Changqin," Madam Fu said.

"I understand, I know your character, and I trust you most," the Lady of Elder Yong’an said, "To be honest with you, when I came to propose, apart from genuinely admiring Changqin, I also valued you as the mother-in-law."

"No matter which family she marries into, with you as the mother-in-law, as long as she acts properly, she will not be wronged," the Lady of Elder Yong’an said, holding Madam Fu’s hand, "With your care, I am most at ease."