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Chapter 326 Marriage Grant (2)

Upon hearing this, the entire table fell silent, and the silence spread to the other tables, soon filling the hall to complete stillness.

Everyone looked at Li Zhilan.

Li Zhilan asked with a smile, "What does Miss Shen think?"

Since she is Shen Fuhan's sister, she is willing to give her face and give her a good match.

However, if someone refuses to listen to reason, she won't be polite.

Shen Funian stared at her in shock. A marriage decree? Marrying Xiao Suyue?

She had just told Xiao Suye that she was not good enough for him and that he shouldn't waste his time on her.

Although he insisted that he was sincere, she couldn't believe it.

He's only nineteen, never been married, and has a bright future ahead of him. How could he possibly be interested in a woman with a child?

He was just playing around, or maybe it was just to get revenge on her; he wasn't serious.

After finally persuading Xiao Suye to give up on the idea, the Eldest Princess suddenly interfered again!

Just as she was about to refuse, Shen Fuhan's voice came from outside the screen.

"On behalf of my third sister, I thank Her Highness the Princess for bestowing this marriage upon me."

Shen Funian called out incredulously, "Big Brother!"

Why would my brother push her into a fire pit?

Shen Fuhan walked over and said calmly, "Third sister, Su Ye is indeed a good match for you. I agree on your behalf."

The people he sent had overheard the entire conversation between Li Zhilan and Wen Ruohuan.

He had just asked Xiao Suye and knew that he was serious, but Shen Funian did not believe him and Xiao's parents did not agree to the marriage.

Now that the marriage has been arranged, it will be much easier to deal with Xiao's parents.

Since Shen Funian doesn't believe him, he'll prove her after they get married.

As the older brother, he was very relieved that his sister had found such a good home.

Therefore, he decided to play along.

Seeing that her elder brother had agreed so readily, Shen Funian said anxiously, "But I..."

“Your opinion is not important,” Shen Fuhan emphasized. “Just listen to me.”

It's easy to dodge a spear in the open, but hard to guard against an arrow in the dark. If she doesn't agree to the arranged marriage, countless troubles await her in the future.

Shen Fuhan didn't want to involve unrelated people, which was also a form of protection for Shen Funian.

Although she doesn't understand now, she will realize how right her decision was once she resolves Li Zhilan's matter.

Shen Funian murmured repeatedly, "My opinion is not important..."

She had never seen her older brother so disrespectful; he was a complete stranger to her.

Her body began to tremble. Wen Jiayue held her hand and whispered, "Niannian, believe me, your older brother is definitely doing this for your own good."

She was on tenterhooks, knowing that Li Zhilan and Wen Ruohuan must have been plotting something.

Now that the results are in, she finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Seeing that she said the same thing, Shen Funian wanted to shake off her hand, but after thinking about it carefully, she felt that it made sense.

Her older brother's every decision was correct, and she always suffered when she didn't listen to him.

Is it going to be the same this time?

"It seems Miss Shen is unwilling," Li Zhilan said, her patience exhausted. "So, can I, as the matchmaker, actually make it happen?"

Xiao Suye also came over, looking at Shen Funian with hopeful eyes.

Shen Funian lowered her head, her expression one of struggle.

She truly couldn't let him go; all her strange emotions today stemmed from her inferiority complex.

However, since he isn't afraid of being criticized for marrying a woman with a child, what does she have to be afraid of?

Even if it's to get revenge on her... after the marriage, it's uncertain who will get revenge on whom!

Spurred on by her newfound ambition, Shen Funian bowed and said, "This humble woman thanks Your Highness the Princess for bestowing this marriage upon me!"

Upon hearing her agree, Xiao Suye almost jumped up.

He bowed, unable to hide his excitement: "Thank you, Your Highness, for bestowing this marriage upon us!"

Seeing that they were somewhat sensible, Li Zhilan said with satisfaction, "November 26th, this is a good date, let's set it for that day, what do you think?"

Shen Funian was somewhat taken aback. So fast?

Seeing that no one objected, Li Zhilan continued, "The time is a bit rushed, but I will send a capable nanny to help, and I will make sure your wedding is handled properly."

They ostensibly offered help, but in reality, they were spying.

It would also be a good opportunity to plant a spy in the Marquis of Jing'an's residence, killing two birds with one stone.

With the matter settled, everyone continued their meal.

Shen Fuhan was also preparing to go back, but after one last glance, his gaze paused slightly.

Where is Zhaozhao?

At this point, he couldn't very well go up and ask, so he waited until he returned to his seat and had Sibo go look for it.

Sibo returned quickly and whispered, "Miss is playing with a young master in the courtyard. There is a wet nurse looking after her, so please don't worry, Lord Marquis."

Upon hearing this, Shen Fuhan became even more uneasy. He asked with a displeased expression, "What young master? Which family is he from? What's his name? How old is he?"

Sibo was stunned for a moment, then quickly said, "I'll go and find out right away."

Pei Huaijin, who was standing to the side, chuckled and said, "It's just two children playing together, why are you so nervous, Brother Shen?"

Shen Fuhan glanced at him and said bluntly, "It's not yours, so you don't need to be careful."

He put down his chopsticks, stood up, and said, "I'll go there myself."

Walking quickly into the courtyard, I saw two little children sitting side by side on a swing, with two wet nurses protecting their young masters, and a maid gently pushing the swing.

Before he even got close, he heard the child say, "Zhaozhao, do you like playing with me?"

Zhao Zhao nodded: "Little Fish, Brother... Okay!"

She had never met a child her age before, so she naturally found it novel.

Hearing her call him "Little Fish Brother," Cui Yu smiled shyly.

He had patiently taught her to pronounce his name, but she couldn't learn it. Cui Yu had a sudden inspiration and pointed to the koi in the pond, asking her to say "little fish." Zhao Zhao immediately learned it.

He continued, "How about I come to your house to play sometime?"

Shen Fuhan said coldly, "Not good."

Upon hearing the name "Little Fish Brother," the image of "Dragonfly Brother," who looked exactly like him, immediately came to mind.

Childhood sweethearts are not allowed to appear.

"Daddy!" Zhao Zhao opened her arms with a bright smile, "Hug!"

Shen Fuhan put on a gentle expression and picked up his daughter.

Cui Yu also stood on the ground. Although he was a little at a loss, he still bowed respectfully and said, "Uncle, my name is Cui Yu, and my father is the Duke of Ningguo."

Shen Fuhan glanced at him; he was so old-fashioned for his age.

He nodded slightly, then carried his daughter back to the hall.

Zhao Zhao hadn't had enough fun yet, and said aggrievedly, "Little Fish Brother."

"With Father here, what need is there for Brother Xiaoyu?" Shen Fuhan asked. "Do you want Father or Brother Xiaoyu?"

Zhao Zhao pondered carefully.

Shen Fuhan's vision went black. His daughter had actually hesitated?

Is he, as a father, really less important than a child he has just met?

“Daddy,” Zhao Zhao hugged his neck and said obediently, “Hello, Daddy.”

Shen Fuhan inexplicably breathed a sigh of relief.

The young lady was taken away by the Marquis, and the wet nurse hurriedly went to inform the madam.

Wen Jiayue was completely confused. Zhao Zhao was playing happily with someone, why did he take her away?