Capítulo 1138: Chapter 1138: Arranged Marriage
Zheng Ji never imagined that during his rare visit to Yanjing to handle matters, he would encounter an arranged marriage. A union of interests – it’s the sorrow of being born into a large family. To bear heavier responsibilities, one must give up sothing, isn’t Chen Yuxin an example of this? Even though Zheng Ji is the only heir of the Zheng Family, he cannot escape this fate. Unlike Chen Yuxin however, at that ti, she hadn’t taken control, so she had no say in her own marriage. Fortunately, until she gained power and beca the Family Head, no one arranged a marriage for her, otherwise, she wouldn’t have been able to marry Ye Shikai.
There are no other young people in the Zheng Family, so Zheng Ji faces no threats from rivals. But the family is already dealing with “internal and external troubles,” and a marriage alliance could help stabilize the situation. Conversely, if he refused this marriage, offending the Ji Family would be minor compared to worsening his own dire situation.
However, marriage is a lifelong event and cannot be treated lightly or decided on impulse; Zheng Ji must consider it carefully.
On deeper thought, even if Zheng Ji is unwilling to accept this marriage, he shouldn’t be the one to refuse. Rather, it should be Ji Yu who personally says no, thus making the Ji Family accountable for the rejection.
“Regarding the family’s matters, Mr. Zheng need not worry. As for your marriage with my daughter, whether it succeeds or not, I will definitely do my utmost to help you concerning Miss Zheng Ruo’s murder, especially as it’s related to Qian’er. As a father, I won’t let anyone defa her,” Ji Tao said resolutely. With these words, Zheng Ji relaxed. At least this ti, the opposition in the family won’t succeed, and with the Ji Family’s help, he might find out who hard his sister.
Ji Tao ordered the servants to prepare the guest rooms for Zheng Family mbers and announced to the full Ji Family that Zheng Ji was an honored guest at his invitation and should not be disrespected. But Zheng Ji knew these words were aid at Ji Yu.
Finding things a bit dull, Zheng Ji walked around the Ji Family’s garden. The Ji Family mansion was huge. Although not in the central district, in Yanjing, where every inch of land is priceless, this estate was priceless. It was said the mansion had a history of a hundred years. Even though it had been renovated many tis, its structure never changed, preserving its traditional vibe. Moreover, due to its large size, it was a typical northern-style garden. Having grown up in the East Sea, Zheng Ji had not deeply appreciated northern gardens.
“Oh, it’s you.” A voice ca from a corner as soone entered the garden, and turning his head, he saw Ji Yu.
“Miss Ji,” Zheng Ji greeted and approached her. Ji Yu had been spoiled since childhood and had a longer rebellious phase. Most young people in cities can’t tolerate being urged to marry, let alone a willful young lady like Ji Yu, forced into an arranged marriage by her father—it was no wonder her attitude towards Zheng Ji wasn’t good.
“What are you doing here?” Ji Yu said impatiently, putting the watering can aside, sitting on a rocking chair, and staring coldly at him.
“Just ca to look at the flowers.” Zheng Ji smiled awkwardly, noting that many flowers here were rare species, with varieties for all seasons.
“Hmph, what if I say you’re not welco here?” Ji Yu was not polite at all, directly giving an eviction order.
“I heard everything from your father. What if I say that I just learned about the marriage? Would you believe ?” Zheng Ji chuckled bitterly, but Ji Yu still wore that sa stern expression.
“Hmph, you n always say one thing and an another,” Ji Yu abruptly stood up and started to scold him, “Being able to get , a beautiful lady, along with the Ji Family’s help for free—how could you not know? Maybe it was you who suggested this marriage for all I know, yet you pretend to be innocent in front of .”
“But I really didn’t know.” Zheng Ji felt wronged; the marriage might have been proposed by Zheng Li or Ji Tao, but it didn’t matter. The key was both fathers had already agreed, making the marriage halfway complete. When the ti ca, even if Ji Yu disagreed, Ji Tao would have ways to make her comply.
“Nonsense, I don’t believe your lies. Are your heads filled with money? Don’t you wish to have a romance? Can you really endure an arranged marriage?” Ji Yu’s scolding was intense, completely denouncing the feudal arranged marriage and critiquing the dark sides of large families.
“Actually, I also dislike this kind of life. Sotis, I just want to live like an ordinary person, with a normal job, without so many concerns.” Perhaps it was Ji Yu’s candid words, but Zheng Ji felt deeply moved. No one is born scheming; it’s forced by reality.
“So, you’re unwilling to marry? That’s great,” Ji Yu suddenly exclaid excitedly.
“Miss Ji, frankly speaking, I just learned about this myself, but if I agree, it can resolve my family’s crisis.”
“Hmph, so you’re thinking of using . You’re the type of man who will stop at nothing for your goals.” Ji Yu was furious and continued scolding, but she ended up feeling helpless, “Fine, I’ll give you the data files you need and also assist you unconditionally in the investigation, just don’t get married, okay?”
For Ji Yu, who feared nothing, to say such words, it seed she was truly desperate.
“If that’s really how you feel, then… I’ll inform your father and mine to cancel the wedding.”
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Europe.
“So, are you worn out after these past few days?” Ye Shikai returned to the hotel with Chen Yuxin after they nearly toured the entirety of Europe. Chen Yuxin lay on the bed, stretching her muscles, while Ye Shikai sat beside her, gently massaging her slender, fair legs. Even for a cultivator, such activities could be exhausting.
“Yes, although tired, it’s… comfortable.” Chen Yuxin smiled slightly, “Kai, these have been my happiest days.”
“I’ll go take a shower first,” Ye Shikai said coolly, picking up the phone and heading to the bathroom. Yet, he began to worry about the situation in Huaxia. He wondered how Ji Qian and the others were doing. According to reports from the Hidden Guard, Ji Qian’s group had been in Bai Mountain for over six days with no news, their fates unknown.
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