amaotonovel Chapter 303 Rejection
Chapter 303 Rejection
Chapter 303 Rejection
Chapter 303
The hall fell into silence for a moment, and the atmosphere was so oppressive that it made people feel a little breathless.
Luo Shuiyao watched the Right Prime Minister and his wife, now sobbing and disregarding their image, and a wave of sadness welled up in her heart. As the saying goes, every family has its own troubles. She had thought that a harmonious marriage would lead to a smooth life, but she hadn't expected such unbearable hidden pain. The Right Prime Minister and his wife had a deep bond, and there were no disputes between wives and concubines. They naturally treasured their only son and valued him immensely. But fate hadn't granted their wishes, and their family hadn't been able to enjoy health and safety.
The Right Prime Minister's wife cried for a long time before finally letting out all her emotions. When she stopped crying and realized what was happening, her face flushed with shame. She quickly wiped away her tears, smiled sheepishly at the crowd, and said, "I'm so sorry, I lost my composure again. I hope you won't mind."
The Marquis's wife had been watching all this silently, and now she could only quickly join in the conversation. "It's all in the past, and we must always look forward. Your Excellency is in good health now, so you should take good care of yourself, sister."
The Right Prime Minister's wife nodded gently, her face full of gratitude, and said, "I will, but it's hard not to feel good when I bring this up."
The Loyal and Brave Marquis watched all this silently, his eyes moving back and forth between Luo Shuiyao and the Right Prime Minister and his wife, his expression unreadable.
The right prime minister noticed his gaze, looked up, his eyes full of inquiry.
Marquis Zhongyong nodded slightly to the Right Prime Minister. Although he had some ideas in his mind, he felt it was not convenient to bring them up at this time. He thought about finding a private opportunity to ask about it later.
Ye Yunzhou naturally considered everything the Loyal and Brave Marquis could think of. He watched the eye contact between his father and the Right Prime Minister, then glanced at the Right Prime Minister's wife, who was currently talking to his mother but occasionally glanced at Luo Shuiyao. After a moment's thought, he spoke, "Aunt and Uncle came to my mansion today. Although they acted discreetly and without fanfare, many servants around them knew about it. It would be fine if this matter remained private, but if someone with ulterior motives spread the news, it would definitely damage Yaoyao's reputation. Since things have developed to this point, I wonder if Aunt has ever considered adopting a goddaughter?"
He spoke these words after careful consideration. His father wasn't comfortable bringing up the matter directly, and planned to ask privately before making any plans. However, that would mean missing the best opportunity. Even if he brought it up later, it would be difficult to explain what happened today to outsiders. It would be better for him, a junior, to bring it up first. If the Right Prime Minister and his wife disagreed, it wouldn't hurt the relationship between the two families. If it worked out, it would undoubtedly be a great thing for Yaoyao.
Luo Shuiyao was genuinely surprised by these words. She didn't understand why Ye Yunzhou would ask such a question, and quickly turned to look at him, her eyes full of questions like "Are you confused?" But Ye Yunzhou didn't even look at her, his gaze still fixed on the Right Prime Minister and his wife.
The Right Prime Minister and his wife were not angry when they heard this. After hearing his words, the couple looked at each other and hesitated for a moment.
Seeing her husband lost in thought, the Right Prime Minister's wife didn't interrupt him. Thinking of her son's obsession with his sister, and looking at Luo Shuiyao, who stood there with an awkward expression, she really liked this girl, not just because of her looks, but also because her personality was very similar to her own. Having a girl like this as a daughter wouldn't be a bad idea; maybe it would really help her son feel better. With this thought, she made up her mind.
"My master and I have always hoped to have a daughter. It would be great if we could have a good girl like you, Yaoyao. But... I don't know if Yaoyao is willing?" She asked this with a little hesitation, but full of expectation.
The Right Prime Minister's thoughts were interrupted. When he heard his wife ask this, he knew she had already made up her mind. He didn't have any objections. As long as the lady liked it, everything was fine.
Luo Shuiyao was extremely embarrassed by Ye Yunzhou's straightforward "sales pitch". For a moment, she felt uneasy standing there, but it would be rude to leave, so she could only force an awkward smile.
She watched the Right Prime Minister and his wife exchange a glance, then lapse into silent contemplation. Luo Shuiyao's heart began to beat fast, as she secretly speculated that the Right Prime Minister's wife might be holding back from directly refusing out of respect for the Marquis's residence, hence her silence. With this in mind, she decided to politely decline, avoiding embarrassment for both parties. But who could have predicted that the Right Prime Minister's wife would speak without hesitation, speaking those words immediately.
Luo Shuiyao froze in place for a moment, her mind going blank. She really couldn't tell whether the Right Prime Minister's wife was sincere or just saying it out of courtesy.
The Right Prime Minister's wife was incredibly intelligent and could naturally guess some of her reaction. So, she reaffirmed, "Every word I say comes from the heart. If Yaoyao doesn't mind, then you can acknowledge me and my husband as your godparents. We, my husband and I, will never treat you unfairly."
Hearing her earnest words and seeing the genuine sincerity in her eyes, Luo Shuiyao was finally convinced that the Right Prime Minister's wife was truly sincere. If she agreed, it would undoubtedly bring her many benefits, but she still had many concerns. After much deliberation, she finally decided to decline.
After making up her mind, she bowed respectfully to the Right Prime Minister's wife and said, "Thank you for your kindness, uncle and aunt. However, I am of humble origin and cannot afford such kindness. If you two are truly interested, as long as you spread the word, I'm sure there will be many suitable noble ladies in the capital."
Hearing her refusal, the Right Prime Minister's wife felt a little unwilling and was about to try to persuade her, but was gently interrupted by the Right Prime Minister.
The Right Prime Minister had long been in the officialdom, accustomed to the flattery of others. At this moment, looking at the girl before him, neither humble nor arrogant, he couldn't help but sigh inwardly. In this world, for ordinary people, such a benefit would be a dream, but this girl, knowing the benefits, still resolutely chose to refuse. Such a heart, in this chaotic world, is truly rare and precious.
He began to ask, "Miss Yaoyao, your aunt and I have a limited relationship with children. We've only had one child in all these years, and he was born weak. My wife and I only wish for his safety and happiness, nothing else. Your aunt's bringing up this matter today is indeed somewhat selfish. My son has chosen you as his sister, and we also hope that his health will improve so that he can at least marry and have children in the future, so that we can rest in peace even after we die. This is truly an unreasonable request from us, and we hope that Miss Yaoyao can understand our sincere parents' wishes and agree to this matter, fulfilling our wish."