The Humble Family’s Daughter Has A Spatial Pocket!
Chapter 783 - 699, Reactions of Various Families (Two-in-One Mega Chapter)_3

Chapter 783: Chapter 699, Reactions of Various Families (Two-in-One Mega Chapter)_3

After everyone had left, Duke Cheng’en and the Princely Heir Jiang simultaneously dropped their smiles.

Princely Heir Jiang, "Father, didn’t the second younger sister say that Xiao Yeyang has taken a fancy to the girl from the Yan Family? He might not agree to marry Wan Ying."

Duke Cheng’en scoffed, "Imperial Family descendants, who among them can marry whomever they wish?"

Princely Heir Jiang, "...Today Xiao Yeyang, with no regard for Prince Ping’s dignity, spoke of his intention to be adopted out. Given his temperament, even if the Empress Dowager wishes to arrange his marriage, he may not consent to it."

Duke Cheng’en narrowed his eyes and rubbed his forehead, "Whether Xiao Yeyang agrees or not is not important. What matters is the Emperor’s opinion."

This time, letting the Empress Dowager arrange the marriage was also meant to test the Emperor’s attitude toward the Jiang Family.

...

At Earl Zhaode’s residence.

In Old Madam Han’s room, Earl Han was talking about the day’s events at the Imperial Palace.

Old Madam Han cared little for the affair between Xiao Yeyang and the Prince Ping’s residence since she couldn’t have a connection with them even if she wished. However, she perked up upon hearing that the Yan Family had two children appointed as commanders of the Jinling Guard.

"Eldest, you have a good eye. The match with the Yan Family was rightly chosen."

Earl Han smiled, "My son did not expect the Yan Family to be called to Beijing so soon."

Old Madam Han thought for a moment and then said, "Call Xinran back tomorrow. Inquire properly about the situation of the two younger brothers of Wenxiu. If they are not engaged and are presentable, our family might be able to add another connection."

Madam Han hesitated, "Mother, perhaps we should wait a bit longer, let’s call her after Wenxiu has succeeded in the exam. Recently, Xinran has been visiting frequently enough. I’m afraid the in-law’s Madam might take offense."

Old Madam Han frowned and shook her head, "Xinran’s mother-in-law, after all, comes from lesser circumstances. Last time, our family kindly hosted a banquet, intending to introduce the Yan Family ladies to everyone, but look at her, with a taut face all through the event—utterly small-minded."

"And that Old Madam Yan, let’s not even mention. She couldn’t get a word in when we spoke, making even me feel terribly awkward sitting there."

Earl Han frowned, "Mother, why haven’t you mentioned this before?"

Old Madam Han said dismissively, "I was considering their face, wasn’t I?"

Earl Han was skeptical, "That shouldn’t be. With the Yan Family serving as officials in the regions for many years, it’s impossible for them to lack social graces, isn’t it?"

Old Madam Han shook her head, "How can officials from the regions compare with those in Beijing? Moreover, given the Yan Family’s circumstances, it’s normal for those of humble origin—especially when the head of the household comes from a merchant family—to feel inadequate and show their weakness."

Earl Han looked at Madam Han, his eyes seeking affirmation.

Madam Han carefully said, "Maybe the in-laws are just not accustomed to the way of socializing in Beijing. They will get used to it after attending a few more banquets."

Earl Han quickly said, "Then you must take the in-laws with you to any banquets in the future."

Madam Han nodded, "I understand." For the sake of her daughter, she would have done so even without Earl Han’s instruction.

...

The Yang Family.

In Old Madam Yang’s courtyard.

When Yan Siyu arrived with Xiujun, the entire Yang Family was present.

"Little sister-in-law, you’re here! Come, sit next to me."

Madam Yang stood up and offered her seat to Yan Siyu.

Yan Siyu was already quite nonchalant about this. At first, she had been modest, but after many occurrences, she couldn’t be bothered. Ever since her family had moved to Beijing, not just her sisters-in-law but even her mother-in-law had stopped showing her any displeasure.

Even Xiujun was pulled by Old Madam Yang to sit beside her.

Watching several aunts crowd around her mother, their faces wearing a pleasing expression, Xiujun felt slightly dazed.

Their treatment now was utterly different from before, and even though she had experienced this several times, it still felt surreal.

While Xiujun was lost in thought, Old Madam Yang spoke up, "My fourth daughter-in-law, your family has been in Beijing for half a month now. When will our two families have a meal together?"

Since the Yan Family had arrived in Beijing, only the fourth son had brought his wife and Xiujun to visit, and the rest of the Yang Family had yet to meet the Yan Family.

Old Madam Yang was somewhat uncomfortable about this, yet recalling what her eldest son had said—that the Yan Family’s status had surpassed the Yang Family’s and that they should be the ones to pay a visit—she could only suppress her discomfort.

Yan Siyu knew it must have been her eldest brother who learned about Wentao and Wenkai’s achievements, which spurred this eagerness to meet, "Mother, it might have to wait until after the spring court examination results are announced."

Only then did the Yang Family members remember that the eldest son of the Yan Family was a participant in this session.

Old Madam Yang couldn’t contain her envy of the suddenly rising Yan Family and asked, "Will Wenxiu succeed this time? If he doesn’t, there’s no need to be disheartened—he’s still young after all."

Yan Siyu frowned, about to respond, when Xiujun interjected, "Grandmother, my eldest cousin is very learned. He is sure to succeed in the examinations." She had come to understand that only if her uncle’s family did well would she and her mother live comfortably at home.