bayedsolid Chapter 798 [Mistress of the House 3]
Chapter 798 [Mistress of the House 3]
Ren Xuetang carefully held Zeng Baoqin's hand and slowly walked into the heavy and solemn door of Ren's mansion. Along the way, both of them seemed to be silent, each with different thoughts in their hearts.
After Youyou got the news, she quickly sent a clever little maid to inform Ren Xuetang and Zeng Baoqin that Ren's mother wanted to summon them. Hearing this news, Zeng Baoqin couldn't help but stop, with a hint of hesitation and uneasiness on her face. She knew that her family was now in decline and she was alone, which was completely different from the past. She was worried that Ren's mother would look down on her and would not accept her into the Ren family.
However, Ren Xuetang held her hand tightly and gave her a warm and firm look, as if telling her not to worry. In this way, the two of them came to the main hall together and met Ren's mother sitting in the hall.
When Mother Ren saw Zeng Baoqin brought back by her son, her brows slightly furrowed. Although she was somewhat dissatisfied, she could not resist her precious daughter's insistence. She coughed lightly and said, "Since Xuetang is determined to bring Baoqin back, let's prepare for your marriage. But..." Mother Ren paused and continued, "There is one more thing I have to tell you. I like Shen Cuixi very much and I intend to adopt her as my adopted daughter. In this way, Cuixi will be your adopted sister in the future."
When Ren Xuetang heard this, he was stunned at first, then responded respectfully: "Yes, mother. Everything is up to you." After that, he turned to look at Zeng Baoqin beside him, only to see that her face was pale and her lips were trembling slightly. It was obvious that she was also shocked by this sudden change.
"Okay, you guys can leave first." Mother Ren waved her hand, signaling the two to leave.
"Yes, mother, I will take Baoqin and leave first." Ren Xuetang bowed again, then took Zeng Baoqin and turned to leave. Just as they reached the door, Ren's mother suddenly seemed to remember something and called Ren Xuetang again: "Wait, call your little sister Youyou, I have something important to ask her."
"Yes, mother." Ren Xuetang responded quickly, and then ordered the servants around him to invite Youyou to come. After making all the arrangements, he took Zeng Baoqin to his residence. Along the way, both of them were worried and no one spoke.
Youyou walked into Songfeng Hall with lotus steps. When she entered the hall, she saw Ren's mother sitting in the main hall, so she walked forward quickly, bowed slightly, and asked, "Mother, you came to find your daughter today, I wonder if there is anything important to discuss with you?"
Mother Ren looked at the graceful Youyou in front of her, her eyes full of love and relief, and said slowly: "Okay, my dear daughter, don't pretend not to know anymore. After careful consideration, I have decided to hand over the future affairs of our Ren family to you. From now on, you must work together with Cui Xi to take good care of our family! After your eldest brother gets married, I will let him pass the position of head of the family to you. As for your second brother, alas...that child is really useless, and I can't count on him, so the future hope of our Ren family depends entirely on you!" After that, Mother Ren patted Youyou's hand gently.
When Youyou heard this, she already knew what was going on, but she still looked respectful and replied, "Yes, mother. I will definitely fulfill my mission and do my best to take care of everything at home."
Mother Ren nodded and continued, "You, my child, have a long way to go! In the past, the elders in the family mostly turned a blind eye to you and didn't really control you. But now is different. You are about to become the head of our Ren family. I'm afraid you will face many difficulties and obstacles! But don't worry, no matter when and where, your mother will stand by you and support you unwaveringly."
Youyou smiled and responded confidently, "Don't worry, mother. I know what's going on. Even if they want to make some trouble, they can't cause much trouble. After all, in this world, most people are profit-oriented. As long as we can ensure that all parties get what they want, then all problems will be solved."
"It's good that you know what's going on." Ren's mother said with a smile. Her gentle and kind eyes fell on the person in front of her, as if everything was under control.
Time flies, and in a blink of an eye it is the wedding day of Ren Xuetang. Since Zeng Xueqin has lost her natal family, the wedding was held in Songfengtang, Ren's mother's home. Ren's mother specially invited all the noble ladies in the city to come, just so that they can personally comb Zeng Xueqin's beautiful hair like a waterfall.
At this time, Youyou also brought Shen Cuixi to Songfeng Hall to add some joy and blessings to Zeng Xueqin, who was about to become a bride. Youyou walked up to Zeng Xueqin with a smile on her face and said happily: "From today on, Sister Zeng, you are my sister-in-law! If my brother dares to bully you in the future, just tell me and I will deal with him!"
Hearing this, Zeng Xueqin couldn't help but feel warm in her heart, with tears of gratitude flashing in her eyes. She responded softly: "Thank you, Youyou. If it weren't for your care and help all the time, how could I be so happy now?"
"Oh, okay, sister-in-law! Put on the red veil quickly. My brother is waiting anxiously. It will be bad if we miss the auspicious time!" As Youyou said this, she carefully put the bright red veil on Zeng Xueqin's head, for fear of messing up her carefully combed hairstyle.
With a smile on her face, Shen Cuixi picked up a brightly colored, large apple from the fruit plate, carefully handed it to Zeng Baoqin, and whispered softly, "Sister-in-law, you must accept this apple. When the time comes, you and your brother will share this sweet fruit. Your future days will be as red and beautiful as this apple, and you will live a prosperous life!" After that, she patted Zeng Baoqin's hand affectionately, her eyes full of blessings and expectations.
Zeng Baoqin nodded slightly, a look of gratitude on her face, and responded softly: "Thank you, Sister Cuixi, your kindness, my husband and I will definitely cherish this friendship." After that, she took the heavy apple, as if she had already felt the good wishes contained in it.
At this time, the lively and festive sedan chair was slowly circling along the street. The sedan bearers walked in unison, the drummers played hard, and wherever the wedding procession passed, there were laughter and lights and decorations. Not long after, the sedan chair returned to the front of Ren's house. With a burst of cheerful gongs and drums, the sedan chair stopped steadily in front of Chunfeng Hall.
Ren Xuetang was wearing a gorgeous wedding dress, standing at the door waiting in a heroic manner. When the curtain of the sedan chair was opened, he could not wait to hold Zeng Baoqin's slender and tender hands, and the two walked side by side, stepping on the red carpet, step by step towards the hall. In the spacious and bright hall, the dignified and majestic Ren's mother had already sat on the main seat, watching the newlyweds with a smile on her face.
Witnessed by everyone, Ren Xuetang and Zeng Baoqin first respectfully worshipped the gods of heaven and earth, and then paid homage to their parents. The entire ceremony was solemn and orderly, and every action was full of respect for traditional etiquette and a vision of a better life in the future.
After the ceremony, the two newlyweds were led by the bridesmaid to the carefully decorated bridal chamber. As soon as they entered the room, Ren Xuetang walked gently to Zeng Baoqin's side and gently took off the red veil that symbolized good luck. Looking at the beautiful bride in front of him, Ren Xuetang couldn't help but feel moved, and said affectionately: "Baoqin, you have worked hard all day today, you must be exhausted, right? I have to go out for a toast later, but I have asked the servants to prepare some delicious food and send it to you, and your sister-in-law Youyou will come over soon to accompany you to relieve your boredom."
Zeng Baoqin nodded shyly and replied, "Okay, husband. Go and do your own thing. Don't worry about me."
As soon as she finished speaking, Ren Xuetang suddenly leaned forward, took advantage of her unpreparedness and quickly kissed her on the cheek, then turned and left with a laugh.
Seeing her husband's naughty behavior, Zeng Baoqin couldn't help but chuckle and secretly scolded her husband in her heart: "This man is really a frivolous person..."