ebookland Chapter 233 Brother 2's Fate
Chapter 233 Brother 2's Fate
Xi Ningzhi pouted when she saw Xiao Siyuan's expression, but she didn't go up to argue with him.
"I need to go to the military camp. Please take me there," Xi Ningzhi said, revealing her purpose.
"You're going to the military camp? What would a woman like you do there?" Xiao Siyuan was very suspicious; could this person be...?
"I'm going to the military camp to find my father."
"No, I can't take you there. Women are not allowed in the military camp." As a soldier, Xiao Siyuan naturally had to abide by military regulations; how could he bring someone in?
"Alright, I'll take you into the city. Go back on your own now."
Xi Ningzhi was still somewhat unwilling, but today's events had truly frightened her, so she didn't say anything more and followed Xiao Siyuan into the city.
Unexpectedly, the two met again a few days later.
It can only be said that the two were destined to meet. Originally, Xi Ningzhi had developed feelings for Xiao Siyuan because of the life-saving grace.
After they met again, Xi Ningzhi was determined not to let it go.
Xi Ningzhi was a lively person by nature, and with the saying "a woman pursuing a man is easy," it didn't take long for Xiao Siyuan to fall for her.
Xiao Siyuan fell in love with Xi Ningzhi, but he also knew that Xi Ningzhi was a young lady from the General's Mansion, while he was just a lowly soldier without a title. How could General Xi possibly marry his daughter to him?
Therefore, this matter has not been made public for the time being.
After the war broke out, Xiao Siyuan made up his mind to make contributions on the battlefield.
Now that she finally has an official position, although it's not high, she's still young and has unlimited potential for the future, so Xiao Siyuan feels more confident.
"Mother, when should we choose an auspicious day to propose marriage at General Xi's mansion?" Aunt was clearly very happy.
"No," Old Lady Xiao shook her head.
"Why?" Everyone was puzzled. Could it be that Old Lady Xiao was dissatisfied? That shouldn't be the case.
"The Xi family doesn't know about Siyuan and Miss Xi's affair yet. Let the third son inform General Xi first." Their sudden visit might leave a bad impression on the Xi family, and it wouldn't be good if it affected Xiao Siyuan.
"Yes, yes, Mother is right. We'll have to trouble Third Brother with this matter." Aunt Xiao realized that she had almost made a mistake.
"Aunt, you're too kind. I'll speak with General Xi about it when I go to court tomorrow." Xiao Qinian took his nephew's marriage very seriously.
Xiao Siyuan's eyes were filled with anticipation and trepidation as he listened to his family's words.
The next day, after the morning court session ended.
Xiao Qinian caught up with Xi Qingyi, who had already stepped out.
"General Xi, please wait a moment."
Xi Qingyi was still a little confused when Xiao Qinian called him over. He didn't remember having any interaction with Xiao Qinian. One was a civil official and the other was a military official. They had absolutely nothing to talk about.
"What is it, Lord Xiao?" Although puzzled, Xi Qingyi stopped in his tracks.
"General Xi, let's talk as we walk," Xiao Qinian said when he saw several officials looking at them.
"I heard that the general's son is exceptionally brave and captured an enemy general on the battlefield?" Xiao Qinian did not directly mention Xi Ningzhi's matter.
"Not at all, my son was just lucky." Xi Qingyi was very happy to see Xiao Qinian praising his son, but he still said modestly.
"General Xi is too modest. Your son's martial arts skills are superb, and he is truly a talent for a general." Xiao Qinian praised him again in different ways.
"Haha, Lord Xiao, you flatter me." Xi Qingfeng was even happier.
"General Xi has done an excellent job in educating his children, and they are all outstanding. I, Xiao, am extremely envious." Xiao Qinian looked at Xi Qingyi with feigned envy.
"Why should Lord Xiao be envious? I've heard of all the Xiao family's children; they are all extremely talented." Xi Qingyi was very proud, thinking that Xiao Qinian was genuinely envious of him, and quickly comforted him.
"General Xi, I heard that your second young lady is still unmarried. I wonder if she is betrothed?" Xiao Qinian finally got to the point.
"Hmm?" Xi Qingyi was initially very happy, but upon hearing this topic, he immediately stopped smiling. How did things suddenly turn to his daughter?
"To be honest, General Xi, I have a nephew who is twenty-one years old. He was at the border before and only returned yesterday. I don't know..." Xiao Qinian looked intently at Xi Qingyi.
"Is your nephew named Xiao Siyuan?" Xi Qingyi suddenly asked.
"His name is Xiao Siyuan. Does General Xi know him?" Xiao Qinian asked, puzzled. Xiao Siyuan hadn't mentioned it before.
“I know him. My son was saved on the battlefield thanks to Xiao Siyuan. I never expected that he would be Lord Xiao’s nephew,” Xi Qingyi said with a smile.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Qinian was overjoyed, never expecting such a thing to happen.
"That's quite a coincidence."
“Yes,” Xi Qingyi also sighed.
"Lord Xiao, my daughter is of marriageable age, but I need to discuss this matter with my wife." At this point, Xi Qingyi understood perfectly well that he wanted to arrange a marriage for his daughter.
Although Xi Qingyi was somewhat unwilling, as the Xiao family was not prominent in the capital and he was reluctant to form a marriage alliance with them, Xiao Siyuan was his son's savior, so he could not directly refuse.
“That’s only right,” Xiao Qinian quickly replied.
After the two parted, Xiao Qinian got into a carriage and returned to the Xiao residence.
"Third brother, how did it go? Did you talk to General Xi?" Old Mrs. Xiao asked impatiently as soon as she saw Xiao Qinian return.
"I did, but General Xi said he needs to go home and discuss it with Madam Xi."
"Is that so? I wonder if General Xi is satisfied with our family?" Old Mrs. Xiao asked nervously.
"Mother, don't worry, we'll get an answer tomorrow," Xiao Qinian comforted her.
“Siyuan, you saved General Xi’s son on the battlefield before.” Xiao Qinian looked at Xiao Siyuan, who was sitting at the lower seat.
Xiao Siyuan suddenly looked up: "Third Uncle, I did indeed save General Xi's son." It was also that time that he almost died.
"Oh? Siyuan, you even saved General Xi's son? Why didn't you mention it before?" Aunt Xiao was very surprised.
“Mother, I… I don’t think it’s necessary. Helping each other on the battlefield is a very common thing, nothing to worry about.”
Actually, he didn't want to use the life-saving grace as a condition for marrying the woman he loved. He wanted the Xi family to truly accept him and be satisfied with him being their son-in-law, rather than using the debt of gratitude as leverage.
“Alright, Siyuan is right. Isn’t saving people on the battlefield the right thing to do? What’s there to say?” Uncle Xiao understood his son’s meaning and spoke up for Xiao Siyuan.
"Oh, I see. I was just a little surprised. I didn't expect Siyuan and the Xi family to have such a connection." She really didn't mean anything by it.
"Well, let's just wait patiently. With Siyuan being so outstanding, the Xi family will definitely be willing."
“Yes, yes, Mother is right,” Aunt Xiao agreed, in her heart her son would always be the best.