freenovelworld Chapter 421 Wukong asks for marriage
Chapter 421 Wukong asks for marriage
After witnessing an ancient wedding, Monkey King suddenly brought Lin Liuyi some important news.
He and Daiyu are getting married!
"No, Great Sage, how can you be so fast!" Lin Liuyi exclaimed.
"Is it fast?" Sun Wukong said that he had been here for more than half a year, and it was already very slow to set a wedding date now.
"But, Great Sage, how did you get Daiyu's grandmother to agree to your marriage? And what about Baoyu? Didn't he object?" Lin Liuyi was extremely curious.
Hmph, objections? Why isn't anyone objecting?
Xiao Jiu said that the fiery Feng had been stirring up trouble in front of Grandmother Jia, saying that he was of unknown origin and of low status, and was not worthy of Lin Daiyu.
Hmph, daring to speak ill of him behind his back, Wukong immediately gave her a little punishment.
"Great Sage, how did you punish Feng Lazi?" Lin Liuyi asked curiously.
"Hmph, it's nothing. I just cast a little spell to make Wang Xifeng dream that she was being chased by 108,000 monkeys, which scared her so much that she fell ill and was bedridden the next day."
Wukong said disdainfully, "If it weren't for the fact that this world is not suitable for using too much force, I would definitely let the other party experience what it feels like to plunge down three thousand feet."
He's not worthy of Daiyu, so who is? That Baoyu?
Later, when Daiyu heard that Fengjie was ill, she went to visit her.
When Wang Xifeng met her and mentioned the nightmare, Daiyu immediately understood what it meant.
However, she didn't think Wukong was petty; she only felt that Wukong cared about her, which made her feel even sweeter.
The offense wasn't too serious, so let's just teach Sister Feng a lesson to stop her sharp tongue.
"Where is Grandmother Jia? I remember she wanted to bring Daiyu and Baoyu together?"
"Her? Of course she disagrees, but I, Old Sun, have my own brilliant plan."
When Sun Wukong proposed marriage to Daiyu and sent a matchmaker to her door, Grandmother Jia's face immediately darkened.
"Nonsense!" Grandmother Jia slammed her teacup down on the table. "That Sun Wukong is just an ordinary student; how could he be worthy of my granddaughter?"
Madam Wang sat at the lower end of the table, a hint of barely perceptible joy flashing in her eyes.
If Daiyu were to marry someone else, then Baochai would be her sure-fire daughter-in-law.
She said softly, "Grandma, I think that young master Sun speaks with great refinement; he must have quite a background."
"What's their background?" Grandmother Jia interrupted unhappily. "Could it be that their social standing is higher than our Duke's mansion? Although Daiyu's parents are both deceased, she is still my own granddaughter. How can I just marry her off to anyone?"
Just as everyone was discussing this, a servant came to report: "Young Master Sun requests an audience."
Grandmother Jia snorted coldly, "Perfect timing! I'd like to see what he has to say!"
Sun Wukong strode into Rongqing Hall, exchanged greetings, and got straight to the point: "Madam, I have come today to propose marriage to Miss Lin."
Grandmother Jia narrowed her eyes: "Young Master Sun, do you know the social standing of the Jia family? You're just a scholar; what right do you have to marry my daughter?"
Sun Wukong remained calm and composed: "Madam, please hear me out. Although I am currently a candidate for the imperial examinations, I have already decided to participate in the autumn examinations. If I can become the top scholar, and given that my family is quite wealthy, I will certainly not mistreat Miss Lin if I can marry her."
Madam Wang suddenly asked, "I've heard that the young master is also skilled in medicine. Is that true?"
Sun Wukong understood and smiled, "I know a little bit. Miss Lin is frail; I can help her recover."
Grandmother Jia remained unmoved: "Even so, they are not a suitable match in terms of social standing. Besides, Baoyu and Daiyu grew up together since childhood."
Sun Wukong had already discerned Grandmother Jia's thoughts. His mind raced, and he suddenly asked, "Grandmother, are you worried about Master Bao's future?"
These words struck a chord with Grandmother Jia.
She loved Baoyu the most, but she was also very worried about his unwillingness to study and make progress.
Sun Wukong pressed his advantage: "If the old lady agrees to this marriage, I am willing to hire a renowned tutor for Master Bao to ensure his academic progress."
Grandmother Jia was indeed moved: "Oh? May I ask which renowned teacher it is?"
Sun Wukong smiled mysteriously: "It was sought by Prince Bei Jing; he is a great Confucian scholar of our time, someone ordinary people cannot invite."
Wang Xifeng interjected, "Prince Bei Jing? How could he possibly listen to you, young master? Are you just making this up?"
Sun Wukong glanced at her, which frightened her into silence immediately.
He continued, "If you don't believe me, Madam, you might as well meet this gentleman first before making a decision."
After a moment's thought, Grandmother Jia finally nodded: "In that case, please invite that gentleman to our residence for a discussion in three days. If it is truly as you say, we will discuss this matter further."
Sun Wukong was overjoyed and took his leave.
Three days later, the gentleman indeed arrived.
After giving Baoyu some pointers, the two found themselves having a very congenial conversation.
Grandmother Jia whispered to Lady Wang, "This gentleman is truly remarkable. Baoyu usually hates reading, yet he's been able to sit for so long today."
Madam Wang whispered, "Old Madam, that young master Sun was able to invite such a distinguished person; he must have a very close relationship with Prince Bei Jing. If Daiyu could marry him, it might not be a bad thing."
After pondering for a long time, Grandmother Jia finally sighed and said, "Very well, since that's how it is, go and tell that I have given my consent to his marriage."
When the news reached Xiaoxiang Pavilion, Daiyu was embroidering. She heard the needle prick her finger but didn't even realize it.
Xiao Jiu hurriedly asked, "What's wrong, young lady?"
Daiyu said softly, "It's nothing." But a blush crept onto her cheeks.
Xiao Jiu smiled and said, "Miss, are you thinking about Young Master Sun? I heard that the old lady has already agreed to your marriage. If you ask me, there's nothing Young Master Sun can't accomplish."
Daiyu turned away in embarrassment, saying, "Don't talk nonsense!"
As they were talking, they suddenly heard someone cough softly outside the window.
Xiao Jiu wisely withdrew.
Sun Wukong poked his head in through the window, grinning, and said, "Sister Daiyu, it's me, Old Sun—no, this humble one—greetings you."
When Daiyu saw him imitating a scholar's bow, she couldn't help but chuckle, but immediately put on a stern face: "Who's your sister!"
Sun Wukong climbed in through the window and, as if by magic, produced a small box from his ear: "Look, this is a pearl I, Old Sun, brought from the Dragon Palace of the East Sea, as a betrothal gift for you."
Seeing the pearl's shimmering light, Daiyu knew it was no ordinary object and whispered, "Brother Monkey, this is far too precious!"
Sun Wukong said solemnly, "Daiyu, don't worry. Now that I've married you, I will never let you suffer the slightest grievance. After we're married, I will definitely treat you well. I have many things that are all yours."
Daiyu's eyes reddened with emotion: "I'm just an orphan, why are you so kind to me?"
Sun Wukong scratched his head: "Well, I can't really explain it. When I first saw you, I felt you were like the lingzhi mushroom on Flower Fruit Mountain, making me want to protect you."
Upon hearing this, Daiyu was touched, but deliberately said, "So the Great Sage mistook me for a medicinal herb."
Sun Wukong scratched his head in frustration: "No, no! I'm clumsy with words, I don't know how to speak."
Seeing his expression, Daiyu finally smiled.
That smile was like a spring breeze brushing across an icy river, leaving Sun Wukong speechless.