Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
Mrs. Yang didnât necessarily agree with Qin Sanlongâs approach, but she was unwilling to compel her son to choose a girl he didnât genuinely like.
Later on, Qin Sanlong enlisted Qin Zhenzhenâs help to persuade his parents. She chimed in, saying, âThird Brother is still quite young. Let him enjoy his life without any burdens. Maybe heâs already found his soulmate. Finding oneâs own spouse is quite common in the modern era, even if it appears unconventional in ancient times. In the past, most individuals, both men and women, had little say in their marriages, and that was a source of sorrow for many.â
Out of empathy for her third brother, Qin Zhenzhen decided to support his choice.
Mrs. Yang and Qin Shan chose not to pressure Qin Sanlong any further, but the fact that even Fourth Brother was now engaged left them concerned about how he might be perceived.
Qin Sanlong understood his motherâs worries, but he remained patient. Mrs. Yang reminded him once again, âIf you continue to be so selective, youâll be married when youâre married, but donât you feel ashamed for not settling down sooner?â
Qin Sanlong smiled and proposed a compromise, âWell, even though Fourth Brother is engaged, he wonât be returning to marry for another two years. So, technically, I still have two years. If, by that time, I havenât found someone I feel destined to be with, Iâll heed my parentsâ wishes, okay?â
Mrs. Yang shook her head firmly. âNo!â This time, her stance was resolute.
âYour father and I have had a thorough discussion about this, and we canât postpone it any further!â Mrs. Yang declared with determination. âYouâve even written down your requirements on paper: appearance, family background, personality, and age. Iâll take these requests to the matchmaker, and youâll find a suitable match more quickly that way.â
Qin Sanlong was caught between laughter and frustration. âMother, Iâve repeatedly emphasized that my requirements are truly not extravagant! I havenât asked for youth or beauty, social status, or a specific personality. I simply want a good rapport and compatibility. I canât put that into a request! â
Mrs. Yangâs frustration flared, and she reached for a feather duster as if to strike him. âHow dare you claim your expectations arenât high?â
Quickly seeking refuge behind his older brother, Qin Sanlong implored,
âMother, please donât act rashly. Itâs not right to resort to violence.â
Mrs. Yang hadnât genuinely intended to harm her son, so she halted, pointing the feather duster at Qin Sanlong while continuing her scolding.
âYouâve met no less than ten young ladies before, and not one of them has met your standards! Are you sure youâre not just making excuses? These girls are all unique in their own ways and arenât unattractive. They come from well-rounded backgrounds. Why canât you find one you like? Itâs as if you donât wish to get married at all! Youâre showing no sense of responsibility; youâre afraid of shouldering the responsibilities of a husband after marriage!â
She grew increasingly animated in her criticism. âYouâre not even considering your duty to your parents! We worry about you daily, and you donât seem to take it seriously.â
Mrs. Yangâs rant left Qin Sanlong momentarily stunned by the barrage of words.
He couldnât help but wonder why his mother was so insistent on this matter when he simply didnât want to rush into marriage. Qin Dalong, noticing the tense situation, intervened by pulling his third brother out from behind their mother and offering some advice.
âThird Brother,â he began in a calm tone, âjust look at how upset Mother is. Itâs just finding a wife. Is it really that complicated? Eldest Brother and Second Brother had to rely on our parents to arrange their marriages, but youâre being so particular.â n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om
As Qin Dalong spoke, he discreetly moved his third brother aside and whispered, âDonât be stubborn, Third Brother.. Just because you didnât feel an immediate attraction to a girl doesnât mean you wonât be drawn to her in the future!â