Chapter 2666: Mission 52
Editor:Â Henyee Translations
Jiang Caixiuâs mother held straightforward views. She believed Yan Danqiuâs reluctance to the engagement was likely due to her being alone when it was broken off, and perhaps she held her breath during that time. Furthermore, the improved status of the Yan family led her to think that Yan Danqiu believed she could secure a better match. She attributed these considerations to the impulsive nature of young people who lacked practicality in their thinking.
She considered it more sensible to discuss the matter with Yan Danqiuâs mother, Ms. Wang. She felt there was no need for her son to face the ridicule by personally confronting the situation. Unwilling to endure such circumstances herself, she decided to handle the matter independently.
Jiang Caixiuâs mother had already formulated a plan of action. âThe Jiang family is forgiving and does not hold grudges against the Yan family for your sonâs injury. However, when it comes to her future marriage, we must address this matter properly. Yan Danqiuâs behavior has been excessively difficult,â she declared, revealing her lingering dissatisfaction with the situation. Despite her frustration, she acknowledged her current inability to settle the score and resigned herself to voicing her complaints while vowing to address the matter in the future.
Feeling indignant when thinking about Yan Danqiu, she contemplated that perhaps her son should still marry her.
Jiang Caixiu nodded in agreement, finding his motherâs perspective reasonable. He decided that if he were to approach Yan Danqiu, he would do so through their families, ensuring that she had no reason for discontent.
Reflecting on the role of parental matchmakers, Jiang Caixiuâs mother believed that women typically adhered to decisions made for them. She thought that with proper guidance, any dissatisfaction could be addressed in the future.
As a scholar, Jiang Caixiu had never experienced such physical adversity. The pain from the beating was intense, requiring a brief period of recuperation. He couldnât help but feel unlucky in the face of these unexpected challenges.
Once fearless in his outings, Jiang Caixiu now found himself confined indoors. His mother, contemplating their situation, resolved to seek out Ms. Wang the following day.
Knowing Ms. Wangâs routine of washing clothes by the river, Jiang Caixiuâs mother saw an opportunity to approach her then. With determination, she even prepared the clothes she intended to washâsomething she seldom did in the past.
The next day arrived, and in the early morning, Jiang Caixiuâs mother ventured out to wash her clothes. Along the way, she greeted everyone she encountered with a bright smile, as if nothing had happened to her son. The villagers couldnât help but wonder.
Someone with a mix of curiosity and mockery asked, âCaixiuâs mother, hasnât your son failed? Why are you still smiling so happily? Do you not know about this news?â
The question carried a hint of derision. Besides those who were close to the Jiang family, there were others with the surname Jiang in the North Village. None of them expected Jiang Caixiu to succeed in the county-level examination.
No one wished for it.
If it were true, they feared they would be subject to Jiang Caixiuâs motherâs taunts in the northern village. Moreover, the prospect of someone leading a prosperous life was unsettling to many.
Despite any inner turmoil, Jiang Caixiuâs mother maintained her composure. Still wearing a smile, she replied, âItâs just a setback. Caixiu is still young, unmarried. Itâs normal for him to face failure. Look at those who have achieved scholarly honorsâthey are already quite old. Scholarly success is just a matter of time. Thereâs no need to be impatient; it will happen eventually.â
Her words were an attempt to stabilize the Jiang familyâs standing in the northern village and uphold her sonâs reputation. The onlookers felt a tinge of awkwardness and refrained from further comments.
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