Chapter 290: The Matchmaker Comes to Propose a Marriage

Only to see the matchmaker dressed in a dazzling bright red outfit, lightly shaking a similarly red handkerchief in her hand, twisting her waist all the way, walking gracefully to the gate of An Wangfu.

Seeing this, the servants of An Wangfu hurried forward to ask, "May I ask what brings you here?" The matchmaker's face was full of smiles, and she said in a coquettish voice, "Oh my, I was entrusted by someone to come specially to propose a marriage for your Third Miss!"

Hearing this, the servant quickly replied, "Please wait a moment, I will go report to the Wangfei right away." Before his voice faded, he hurriedly ran off to report the news to the Wangfei.

After hearing the servant's report, the Wangfei felt a burst of joy in her heart, and immediately instructed her personal maid Chunxi to quickly bring the matchmaker into the residence.

After receiving the order, Chunxi quickly walked to the door and smiled as she led the matchmaker into the courtyard where the Wangfei was.

The matchmaker was indeed a clever one; as soon as she saw the Wangfei, she immediately put on a beaming smile and said, "Oh my, looking at this person before me with such outstanding bearing and graceful manners, you must be the most honorable An Wangfei! This humble one pays her respects!"

Saying this, she performed a great salute respectfully. The Wangfei knew her purpose, and was overjoyed inside, but put on a dignified appearance and asked what business brought her here.

Only to see the matchmaker's face full of smiles, her eyes nearly narrowed into a slit, she lightly parted her lips and said, "Wangfei, you are so clever and quick-witted, surely you have already guessed what brings this humble one to visit! Since that is the case, this humble one will not beat around the bush anymore, but will tell you directly!"

Saying this, the matchmaker leaned forward slightly and continued, "I have heard that your Third Miss is still unmarried. Well, this humble one was entrusted by Hubu Langzhong Liu Jincheng to come specially to your residence to propose a marriage for the Third Miss!"

At this moment, the Wangfei was lightly stroking the teacup on the table, thoughtfully murmuring in a low voice: "Liu Jincheng..."

She tried hard to recall who this Liu Jincheng was in her mind, while her gaze wandered uncertainly.

Seeing this, the matchmaker quickly put on a beaming smile and explained very obsequiously: "Wangfei, this Liu Jincheng's family is prosperous, with two sons and one daughter.

Among them, Liu Jincheng's eldest son Liu Yi is now of marriageable age. This young master is tall and sturdy, a full eight chi tall! Moreover, he has a handsome appearance and regular features, and what is more rare is that he is upright and kind.

In this humble one's opinion, he and your Miss Shuang'er are simply a match made in heaven!"

Hearing this, the Wangfei couldn't help but ask curiously: "Is there a portrait of him?" Hearing this, the matchmaker nodded eagerly: "Yes, yes, Wangfei, please look!"

Saying this, she quickly took out a prepared scroll from her bosom and handed it to the Wangfei.

The Wangfei reached out to take the scroll, slowly unfolded it and examined it carefully. Only to see the man in the painting had a handsome appearance and elegant bearing, truly deserving of the description of dignified appearance.

The Wangfei nodded slightly, indicating she was somewhat satisfied, but then said: "However, this matter ultimately depends on Miss Shuang'er's own wishes. Chunxi, quickly go call Miss Shuang'er."

Chunxi, who was waiting beside, quickly replied: "Yes, Wangfei." Then she hurriedly turned and left.

After Chunxi left, the Wangfei smiled and said to the matchmaker: "Then please trouble yourself to sit here for a moment. We will make a decision after our Miss Shuang'er comes."

The matchmaker quickly bowed to thank the Wangfei, and obediently sat down on a chair, full of anticipation to bring about this beautiful marriage.

The Wangfei sat elegantly on a chair, slightly raising her hand to signal a servant to pour a cup of steaming hot tea for the visiting matchmaker.

After the servant respectfully placed the teacup before the matchmaker, the Wangfei softly asked: "I wonder if this young master Liu currently holds any official position?"

The matchmaker quickly stood up and bowed, replying: "Replying to Wangfei, young master Liu currently holds no official position. However, young master Liu has always loved reading, burying himself in study all day, and is now actively preparing to take the next Spring Imperial Examination!"

Hearing this, the Wangfei nodded slightly, a faint smile on her face, saying: "Very good. Our Miss Shuang'er is also a book lover, usually enjoying reading books. If she could marry this young master Liu, their interests would indeed be quite compatible."

Hearing this, the matchmaker was secretly delighted, and quickly struck while the iron was hot, continuing: "Wangfei, you may not know, when young master Liu was at the Shangshufang, he was a famous figure! His academic achievements were always among the top, a number one existence.

Even the teachers who taught them praised young master Liu endlessly! In this humble one's opinion, young master Liu becoming the top scholar is as good as done. Just wait for the next Spring Imperial Examination, and he will surely be on the Golden List, bringing honor to his ancestors!

Although young master Liu's official position is somewhat low at present, Madam Liu has repeatedly assured this humble one that as long as Miss Shuang'er marries into the Liu Family, her food, clothing, and daily needs will surely receive the best treatment in the household, and she will definitely not suffer the slightest grievance!"

The Wangfei quietly listened to the matchmaker's endless words, a faint smile always on the corner of her mouth, seeming somewhat satisfied with these words.

Just like that, the two chatted for a good while about young master Liu and Miss Shuang'er. Just as they were chatting happily, a graceful figure slowly walked into the room from outside. It turned out that Miss Shuang'er had arrived.

Only to see Qianqian following behind like a happy little rabbit, hopping along. After Miss Shuang'er lightly stepped into the room, she first respectfully called out "Mother" to the Wangfei, and then Qianqian playfully called out "Mother" as well.

Seeing her two precious daughters arrive, the Wangfei was naturally delighted, her face blooming with smiles, and she quickly said softly: "Sit down quickly!"

Before her voice fell, Chunxi beside her had already been very attentive and began to busy herself, pouring tea and water, and placing exquisite pastries one by one on the table.

After Miss Shuang'er sat down, she asked: "Mother, why did you summon your daughter today?" The Wangfei smiled slightly, gestured toward the matchmaker beside her, and then said: "Shuang'er, this is the matchmaker who has come to our home to propose a marriage."

Hearing this, Miss Shuang'er politely nodded and smiled at the matchmaker. Seeing this, the matchmaker quickly replied with a beaming smile: "Oh my, so this is Miss Shuang'er! Truly a beauty of unparalleled grace!" Miss Shuang'er was embarrassed by this sudden praise, her cheeks blushing, and she softly said: "You flatter me!"