Chapter 154: The Wealthy Pei Loaer (8)_1
Grandma Zhang was still thinking about the betrothal gifts and dowry. Zhang Dayun’s father felt those matters were easy to discuss; the key issue for the future was to find a matchmaker to formally propose.
Aunty Zhang from the village often acted as a matchmaker, and she quickly agreed to help Zhang Dayun’s family. The next day, she arrived at the courtyard bright and early, immediately offering congratulatory greetings, "...a great joy is upon your doorstep!"
Lady Fang was cooking when she saw Aunty Zhang. Guessing she was there to speak on behalf of Zhang Dayun’s family, she greeted her, "Aunty Zhang!"
A glimmer of doubt flashed through Aunty Zhang’s heart as she wasn’t asked any questions. Zhang Dayun had always been close with Pei Daya, so by all accounts, the news should be known already. What was with Lady Fang’s attitude!?
Nevertheless, as a matchmaker, Aunty Zhang cheerfully explained the purpose of her visit, adding how Zhang Dayun and Pei Daya were perfect for each other, like childhood sweethearts.
Si Ya scoffed, "They looked down on us before, cursing at every chance encounter. Now that they see we have money, they shamelessly come to propose!"
Her voice wasn’t soft, and Aunty Zhang felt a bit embarrassed. Although Lady Fang was now a concubine and her daughters lacked a good reputation, it was true that the Zhang family had become somewhat mercenary. But as a matchmaker, she was there to honor the request and serve the interests of her client. She praised Zhang Dayun profusely, claiming there couldn’t be a better match than with Pei Qin.
Lady Fang cut her off, "Tell the Zhang family to give up on it! Whether it’s in the past, now, or in the future, we will never agree to their proposal!"
Aunty Zhang, accustomed to matchmaking where both families had already communicated, found herself unused to such a direct refusal, "Daya’s mother...this...but Dayun and Daya are childhood sweethearts, and they know each other so well. Isn’t that better than finding someone else?"