Chapter 134 Waiting for Marriage
Rongguofu
In Rongguo Mansion, spring is in the air and flowers are in full bloom. Miss Lin Yuxi is sitting in front of the embroidery frame in her boudoir, her hands dancing lightly, the needle and thread shuttling, embroidering her wedding dress. She has a slight smile on her face, as if the noise of the outside world has nothing to do with her.
"Miss, what do you think of the color of this silk thread? Is it to your liking?" Wanyue asked softly, holding a few rolls of new silk thread.
Lin Yuxi raised her head, her eyes full of joy and anticipation. She put down her needlework, took the thread, and looked at it carefully: "Well, this color is exactly what I like, elegant yet luxurious, just right for my wedding dress."
Seeing this, Wanyue also smiled happily: "Miss, you have a good eye. This silk thread will definitely make your wedding dress more dazzling."
As the two were talking, the housekeeper of the mansion hurried in, bowed and said, "Miss, someone from Prince Jing's mansion has sent a list of betrothal gifts. Please take a look."
Lin Yuxi took the list and unfolded it. She saw all kinds of rare jewels, silks and brocades listed on it, which showed the sincerity and importance of Prince Jing's Mansion. She felt warm in her heart, knowing that this was a testimony to her and Shen Minghui's love for several lifetimes.
"Butler, thank you for your hard work. Prince Jing's Mansion is really thoughtful." Lin Yuxi said softly, and then ordered Wanyue, "Go and get the dowry list I prepared. We are also going to start checking the dowry."
Wanyue left in response, and soon returned with a thick dowry list. The two sat at the table and began to carefully check each item.
"Miss, do you think this set of gold jewelry should be kept at the bottom of the box?" Wanyue asked, pointing to a set of glittering gold jewelry on the list.
Lin Yuxi thought about it and shook her head: "No, this set of gold jewelry is too conspicuous and not suitable for being placed in a prominent position. I want to replace it with that set of jade jewelry, which is both elegant and noble."
Wanyue nodded and wrote down Lin Yuxi's instructions. The two continued to check the list and discussed from time to time how to make better arrangements.
At this time, a burst of brisk footsteps came, and Lin Yixuan, the eldest daughter of Rongguo Mansion, walked in. Seeing Lin Yuxi busy, she joked: "Little aunt is really virtuous. She started checking the dowry so early. It seems that our little aunt really can't wait to get married!"
Lin Yuxi looked up at Lin Yixuan, a smile flashed in her eyes, but she pretended to be angry and said, "You girl, you just know how to tease me. I am not marrying for the sake of the Rongguo Mansion, I can't make the slightest mistake."
Lin Yixuan walked over to Lin Yuxi, took a closer look at the dowry list, and exclaimed: "My aunt is so thoughtful and considerate. She has considered even these subtle details so thoroughly. Prince Jing is so lucky to marry a wife like my aunt."
"You just know how to tease my aunt. Yixuan, how come you have time to come to see me today?"
Lin Yixuan sighed and said, "It's because my mother is worried about my marriage again. She keeps talking about finding a good family for me. Really, I'm still young and don't want to get married so soon!"
Hearing this, Lin Yuxi covered her mouth and chuckled, teasing: "Oh? You really don't want to get married? I remember that you didn't say that when you saw that young general in white robes last time."
Lin Yixuan blushed and stamped her feet shyly: "Aunt, what nonsense are you talking about! I just thought he was brave and handsome that time, but I never thought about getting married."
A smile flashed in Lin Yuxi's eyes. You know, in the original plot, Lin Yixuan was very fond of the young general. She turned down several blind dates in order to wait for him. Later, she went directly to the border to find him under the pretext of visiting her father and brother!
However, thinking about how that man had saved several of her nephews time and again, Lin Yuxi had to admit that her niece did have a good eye for choosing a husband.
Be brave and resourceful, and most importantly, be loyal and righteous!
However, she also understood that Lin Yixuan's shyness and denial at the moment were just the girl's reserve and shyness.
So, Lin Yuxi joked, "Oh? So our eldest girl hasn't thought about getting married yet. Then why don't you tell me, in your mind, what kind of man can catch your eye?"
Lin Yixuan thought about it, and a look of longing appeared on her face: "I think he should be a brave and good fighter, but also a gentle and considerate man. He can fight on the battlefield to protect the country and family; and he can take good care of me at home, which makes me feel safe and happy."
Lin Yuxi listened to Lin Yixuan's description and laughed in her heart. She said she had never thought about marriage, but her idea was completely leaning towards someone else. How could she still say she hadn't thought about it? If she thought about it further, would she have to consider what to name the child?
It seems that this niece is really moved, but fortunately the man is indeed someone she can entrust her life to.
Maybe she should write a letter to her elder brother Lin Yi. Since someone has to come back to give her a wedding gift, why can't it be that person? Since they both have the heart, she should give them a chance. It is better than the two of them always making mistakes and wasting several years in vain!
At this moment, footsteps were heard outside the door, and then a maid came in and bowed respectfully, saying, "My dear Miss, the envoy from Prince Jing's Mansion has arrived. He said he is here to get the dowry list."
Lin Yuxi smiled when she heard this. She stood up, straightened her dress, and said to Wanyue and Lin Yixuan, "Let's go and take a look!"
Several people walked out of the room together and came to the front door of the mansion. They saw an envoy in brocade clothes standing there, with a respectful and happy smile on his face, obviously very happy to show his face to the future mistress in advance.
Lin Yuxi stepped forward and said to the envoy with a smile: "Your Excellency the Envoy has worked hard. The dowry list has been checked and I will give it to you to take back to Prince Jing's Mansion."
The messenger took the dowry list, bowed respectfully, and then said: "Thank you for your careful preparation, young lady. The prince is very concerned about everything you do. Just after sending the betrothal gifts, he specially sent me to get the dowry list so that the mansion can prepare for the wedding."
As soon as the envoy finished speaking, Lin Yuxi's face flushed slightly. She nodded slightly, with a hint of smile in her voice: "Mr. Envoy, please tell the prince that Yuxi will make every effort to prepare and live up to his expectations."
Seeing this, the messenger hurriedly said, "Don't worry, young lady. The whole capital knows that the prince loves you. This time, the prince specially selected the best betrothal gifts to express his cherishment for you."
Lin Yuxi nodded, watched the messenger turn and leave, and turned back to Tingyuxuan. Lin Yixuan followed with a smile.
"Aunt, you look so sweet. I really want to see you wearing your wedding dress soon."
"Yixuan, don't just talk about me. It's time to put your marriage on the agenda."
Lin Yixuan blushed and said, "I'm not in a hurry."
Lin Yuxi smiled softly, yes, yes, you are not in a hurry, but I am, okay! I am really looking forward to this girl seeing the white-robed general among the people who came back to see the bride off!
Haha, since there’s no rush, I won’t tell you yet!