Chapter 60: Marriage
Although these words were used to dismiss Matchmaker Hua, most of what she said was true. Tian Sangsang hoped to give Meng Shuyan access to better education, and she was determined to move to the city in the future. If she succeeded, she could return to improve her hometown. If she failed, taking care of herself and her son would be enough.
The ancients said, "When poor, cultivate oneself; when wealthy, help the world." Isn't that exactly the case?
"You..." Matchmaker Hua widened her eyes, dumbfounded. "It's good to have high aspirations, yes, young women should aim high. But look at your situation, at the conditions of your family. Do you know how fortunate you are that Brother Biao even considers you? How could you not accept him? Do you think the city is so easy to move to?"
Tian Sangsang smiled, her stance unchanged. "Matchmaker Hua, I've already made up my mind. I'm definitely going to the city. As for Brother Biao, I really can't accept him. You've gone through so much trouble to come today, but I must decline."
Matchmaker Hua's expression turned sour as she forced a smile and stood up. "Fine, I'll go back and tell him."
"Take care, Matchmaker Hua. Let me walk you out."
"No, no, no need." Matchmaker Hua waved her hand vigorously, casting her a look like one might give an incurable creature. She couldn't believe Tian Sangsang refused. She must be out of her mind, right? In the village, aside from Tian Tian's good looks, who else could marry someone from the city? She doesn't even bother to check herself in the mirror—just like that, going to the city to embarrass herself? Ha! All she thinks about is marrying into the city. Ha! Wasn't it just a few days ago that she was rejected by Teacher Zhou, and she went off to jump from the hillside in despair? Clearly she hasn't given up on Teacher Zhou yet!
Matchmaker Hua shook her head, her face full of disbelief, as she left Tian Sangsang's house.
Aunt Zhong happened to walk over and asked worriedly, "Sangsang, what did Matchmaker Hua say?"
"Nothing much, Aunt," Tian Sangsang laughed. "She came to talk about a marriage proposal."
Aunt Zhong's heart immediately leapt into her throat.