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Chapter 859: Chapter 862: Don’t Want Me Anymore?
"If you want to blame someone, blame us. Jin Gui is still a child and not in good health, so don’t upset him."
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Liu’s family started nagging again, something Qiao Hua’er could recite by now.
She truly didn’t understand where her mother got such confidence.
There were scholars in the village too, but some spent their whole lives unable to pass the exams to become a Scholar, and yet her mother blurted out that Qiao Jingu could become an official as if she wasn’t afraid of being laughed at.
But as long as her mother was happy, that was good enough, considering how hard it was to give birth to such a foolish son.
Disgusted, Qiao Hua’er said, "I’ll go cut pigweed. You all should think of another solution to Third Sister’s problem."
Liu’s family let out a sigh, knowing all they could do now was wait.
Xu Yuanwai’s status was there for all to see; they weren’t people who could meet him just because they wanted to.
For the next few days, Qiao Hua’er waited at the Du Family entrance whenever she had the chance, come rain or shine.
She refused to believe she wouldn’t catch Du Haofeng.
At last, her perseverance paid off; Du Haofeng left his residence in a carriage on a bright and sunny afternoon.
Qiao Hua’er steeled her heart and blocked the carriage’s path.
The coachman said gruffly, "You trying to get yourself killed, woman? If I hadn’t pulled the horses in time, you’d be dead meat!"
She might want to die, but why drag him into it?
Qiao Hua’er shouted, "Du Haofeng, come out, I have something to ask you!"
"Who’s this crazy girl? Get moving, this isn’t a place for you to act wild!" the coachman hurried to stop Qiao Hua’er from continuing.
They were close to the Du Family residence, and if the master and madam found out, he might lose his job.
Haofeng cornered a smirk, "Uncle Chen, she’s an acquaintance. Let her come up and talk."
When the young master gave an order, the coachman had no choice but to obey.
Qiao Hua’er climbed into the carriage and saw Du Haofeng dressed in Xuan green long robes, emanating a strong scholarly aura.
"Are you dressed up so nicely to discuss a marriage?" Qiao Hua’er asked sourly.
Haofeng responded dismissively, "Discuss what marriage? It’s just some friends inviting me for a meal and drinks, that’s all."
But Qiao Hua’er didn’t believe him because most people had already eaten lunch by this time, so who would be inviting him for a meal and drinks?
He must surely be seeking favor with another family’s daughter.
To think he was that kind of man, and she had foolishly given herself to him, what would she do in the future?
As she thought of the heartbreaking possibilities, Qiao Hua’er’s tears started to fall.
"Du Haofeng, do you really not want me anymore?"
Seeing Qiao Hua’er crying pitifully, Haofeng’s ego was instantly gratified.
After the New Year, his family brought up his marriage arrangements, setting their sights on the Third Sister from the Ming family, claiming that a marriage with the Ming family would make business easier for them in the future. 𝖓𝔬𝖛𝔭𝔲𝖇.𝔠𝔬𝖒
But no matter how much he tried to engage with them, they and their daughter didn’t take to him and even showed outright disdain.
These recent days had almost driven him into depression.
Being with Qiao Hua’er was different; she was always full of admiration and awe for him.
So the rejection that was on the tip of his tongue was swallowed down, and he flirtatiously said, "You are my heart and soul, how could I not want you? This place is too crowded; let’s find somewhere else to talk."
"Young Master, the Ming family..." the coachman reminded him.
Having already made an appointment with Miss Ming, they would surely be upset if he didn’t show up.
If the marriage arrangement with Miss Ming were settled, it would be the Du family reaching above their station to join with the Ming family.
Before the coachman could finish, Haofeng cut him off, "Enough with the nonsense. Go to the Ruyi Tavern."
As for the Ming family, even if he attended, he would only be left waiting in the hall; why should he put himself out there to be humiliated?
