latelenovela Chapter 203 Bai Jin Discusses Marriage
Chapter 203 Bai Jin Discusses Marriage
Bai Jin galloped on his horse all the way, his expression full of anxiety and anticipation. Soon, the towering gate of the Shen family mansion came into view.
He dismounted swiftly, threw the reins to the servant following him, straightened his messy clothes carefully, took a deep breath, and then strode towards the Shen family's gate.
Zhao Dali, the Shen family's housekeeper, spotted Bai Jin approaching from afar and hurriedly trotted over to greet him. With a broad smile on his face, he bowed respectfully and said loudly, "Oh, County Magistrate, you're here!"
Bai Jin's expression was dignified yet tinged with humility. He nodded slightly, took out his business card from his sleeve, and handed it over, saying neither servilely nor arrogantly, "Please inform me quickly that I'm here to discuss my marriage with Miss Shen. I need to discuss this in detail with Mr. Shen and the elders of the Shen family."
Zhao Dali took the business card with both hands, turned around and walked quickly into the mansion, and quickly notified the elders of the Shen family.
A moment later, Bai Jin was led into the main hall of the Shen family by Zhao Dali.
Inside the hall, Shen Zhenxi was sitting at the main seat, looking calm and composed; Liu was sitting beside him, with a kind look in her eyes.
Shen Zhenshan and Qiao from the second branch of the Shen family were also present, and everyone's eyes fell on Bai Jin who walked in.
Bai Jin walked steadily into the main hall, bowing respectfully and politely to everyone. Then he straightened his back and said in a clear voice, "Uncle, aunt, and elders, I, Bai Jin, have taken the liberty of visiting you today. I'm here to discuss the details of my marriage with Miss Shao Xue."
Shen Zhenxi raised his hand slightly and said calmly, "Mr. Bai, there's no need to be so polite. Please sit down first and we'll talk slowly." Bai Jin thanked him again, then sat down carefully on a chair beside him, looking at everyone sincerely and firmly.
Liu coughed lightly and slowly spoke, "Mr. Bai, you are so concerned about this marriage, and everyone in the Shen family has noticed it. However, this matter of marriage is, after all, of great importance, and many aspects require careful consideration. Let's talk about the wedding date first. Do you have any ideas?"
Bai Jin quickly bowed and replied respectfully, "Aunt, regarding the wedding date, I haven't dared to slack off in the slightest. I've already asked the most famous fortune teller in town to do a thorough calculation. He said that the fifteenth of next month is an auspicious day, suitable for marriage. It also perfectly matches Shaoxue and my birthdate, and will surely bring harmony to our marriage and prosperity to our family. What do you think, uncle and aunt?"
Shen Zhenxi nodded slightly, and after thinking for a moment, he said, "As for this date, it is indeed necessary to consider it carefully, but the fifteenth of next month is still plenty of time for us to make proper preparations.
As for the betrothal gifts, Master Bai, although you have already given some before, the specifications of the betrothal gifts still need to be carefully discussed before the formal marriage."
Upon hearing this, Bai Jin hurriedly said, "Uncle, I will do my best to provide the betrothal gifts. In addition to the South China Sea pearls, thousand-year-old ginseng, and Western Region silks, I also plan to add a few boxes of gold, silver, and jewelry to show my respect for the Bai family."
In addition, my Bai family owns a fertile farm outside the city, which produces a good annual harvest. I would like to give it to Miss Shaoxue as part of the betrothal gift. In the future, all the harvest from this farm will belong to Miss Shaoxue and can be used at her disposal. This will also ensure her future life."
Shen Zhenshan frowned slightly and said, "Mr. Bai, this wedding ceremony is by no means a trivial matter and cannot be sloppy. The size of the wedding procession, the style of the sedan chair, and the ceremony process must all be carried out in accordance with the rules of my Shen family. Are you clear on this?"
Bai Jin quickly bowed and said humbly, "Your words are absolutely right, and I will definitely keep them in mind. I will select the most capable servants in the family for the wedding procession, and have them all wear festive attire, so it will be a lively and exciting occasion."
I have ordered the bridal sedan to be carefully crafted. It is mainly red in color and decorated with exquisite auspicious patterns of dragons and phoenixes. It is luxurious and solemn.
Regarding the wedding process, from welcoming the bride at the entrance to the wedding ceremony, I will arrange every step perfectly and will not allow for any mistakes. I hope all the elders will rest assured."
Shen Zhenxi pondered for a moment and then spoke again, "And the wedding room, has Master Bai prepared it?"
Bai Jin immediately replied, "Uncle, I have already ordered people to renovate the main courtyard of the Bai family and use it as the wedding room for Shao Xue and me.
Although this house was purchased after I came to Qingshan County, all the furniture in the house was replaced with new ones, all made of high-quality mahogany.
Famous paintings and calligraphy hang on the walls, adding an air of elegance. The bed is covered with the softest brocade, with a curtain embroidered with a pattern of mandarin ducks playing in the water, symbolizing the sweet love between Shaoxue and me, and our long life together.
At this moment, Shen Shaodong, who had been sitting silently in the corner, suddenly stood up and said seriously, "Mr. Bai, my sister has been spoiled since she was a child. She has been raised in the palm of our family's hand. You must treat her well in the future. If I find out that you have treated her badly, I will not forgive you."
Bai Jin quickly stood up, clasped his fists and bowed solemnly, saying, "Brother Shaodong, don't worry. I'm sincere to Shaoxue, and heaven and earth can bear witness to that. I will love and protect her, and won't let her suffer even the slightest injustice. I'm willing to be with her for the rest of her life, no matter what happens, I'll never leave her, and we'll be together through thick and thin."
Everyone then started a discussion on details such as the wedding banquet dishes and guest invitations. Bai Jinjie answered each question seriously, putting forward his own ideas and suggestions. His words were sincere and his attitude was honest, striving to make this wedding perfect and live up to the expectations of Shaoxue and everyone in the Shen family.
Until the afterglow of the setting sun fell on the threshold of the main hall, the Shen family prepared to keep Bai Jin for dinner. Bai Jin was worried about the details of the wedding arrangements, so he quickly declined and stood up to say goodbye. He set out on the journey home with full anticipation and firm confidence in the future wedding.
Along the way, he kept thinking about what areas needed further improvement, and his only thought was to give Shen Shaoxue an unforgettable grand wedding and make her the happiest bride in the world.