Capítulo 451: La OscuridadStill thinking about the case involving Jiang Beisu and Song Mo, Du Zhao was immediately informed when Jiang Lijuzi requested to see her.
She welcomed Lijuzi into an inner room and sent a servant to inquire, "Is there something important you need to discuss?"However, Lijuzi asked instead, "Is Lady Bian's marriage not proceeding well?""Yes, it is somewhat difficult," Du Zhao sighed.
"Many of the suitors have ulterior motives." She continued, "I know that Lady Bian has been remarried and others seeking her hand in marriage must think carefully.
It’s natural to have ulterior motives, but as long as there’s no malicious intent, it might be acceptable.
But some of them are either too old, with their eldest sons already married;or they lack the ability and rely on their brothers and elders for support.
Lady Bian's nature is gentle, and I am truly worried about her marrying into such a family."Lijuzi nodded.An advanced age might mean an unsuitable match.
Relying on one’s brothers and elders for support would bring more complications, especially since Lady Bian had remarried and could face more heartaches.
Furthermore, even if she found herself in an unhappy marriage with no means of improvement, it was the worst outcome.She hesitated for a moment before saying, "Cousin-in-law, I have someone to suggest.
What do you think?"Du Zhao was taken aback but knew that Lijuzi wasn’t one to make hasty decisions without thinking them through.
She asked seriously, "Go on."Lijuzi said, "Mingyi Wei's Deputy Director Chen Jia, what do you think of him?"Du Zhao was furious.She did not expect Chen Jia to be this way!Having asked Chen Jia to intervene in Bian’s case had been a trust issue.
Now he seemed interested in Lady Bian herself!It was truly unforgivable.Du Zhao almost jumped up but calmed down when she saw Lijuzi's sincere and open expression.If Chen Jia proposed to Bian, Lijuzi should not jump to conclusions without more information.Was this Lijuzi’s idea?Or did Lady Bian want it?Du Zhao felt a moment of panic.
She feared that Chen Jia might use sweet words to win over Bian…
even if she exposed his intentions, the feelings Bian had already formed were hard to reverse.Lady Bian had such a troubled past;Du Zhao couldn't bear to see her hurt again!Du Zhao took a deep breath and asked, "How did you come up with the idea of Chen?”Lijuzi told Du Zhao about two occasions when she saw Chen Jia and Lady Bian together.Du Zhao fell into deep thought after hearing this.
Lijuzi explained, "I shouldn’t have gotten involved in this matter, but I could see that both cousins truly cared for Lady Bian, and I got along with her well.
Seeing them so distressed over her marriage, I suggested it to prevent others from using Bian’s name to gain advantage.
I know you’re worried about what might happen.""If Chen Jia really has such thoughts," Du Zhao said hesitantly, "then this isn’t a good idea!"Lady Bian's situation with Chen Jia was complicated.
She seemed to be at ease around him but had never acted on her feelings.Du Zhao thought deeply: Lady Bian’s past was something she kept secret;if Chen Jia knew about it, she should have been uncomfortable with him, yet she didn’t seem so.She touched her forehead and muttered, "Let me think!"Lijuzi nodded and took leave.
Lady Bian and Chen Jia?Du Zhao thought more and felt uneasy.
Chen Jia was pragmatic, had connections, and had ambitions;if Lady Bian married him, would he truly treat her well?Moreover, the Chen family was complicated.
Chen Jia had inherited his position through his uncle due to a dispute that caused tension within the family.She decided against it.Lady Bian came in with a warm smile, asking Du Zhao, "I heard that Twelve Sister has come over.
Where is she?"Her smile, bright like midday sun, showed no hint of the usual nervousness.Du Zhao said, “I have something to ask you…”"Please speak," Lady Bian sat beside Du Zhao warmly.Du Zhao hesitated and whispered, "Lijuzi came here to make a match for you…"Lady Bian’s face turned red.