Don't disturb me, I won't be a concubine

Dong Jialin came to the river and saw the fish swimming in the wooden barrel. He looked ahead and saw that only Jiang Ting was still fishing. Cui Qiyan was standing by the side with his hands behind his back. He thought that the only fish was caught by Jiang Ting.

"The fish that Prince Jiang caught is really big."

Jiang Ting looked back after hearing this. He was already angry because he hadn't caught any fish so far. Hearing this, he pulled his fishing rod back. When he found that the bait on the hook was gone, he became even more angry.

"Mr. Dong, you flatter the wrong person. I didn't catch that fish. I'm here to feed the fish today."

Dong Jialin rubbed his nose awkwardly, "It's my fault for not understanding it clearly, please don't be angry, Your Highness."

Cui Qiyan said, "He is just impatient, you don't have to take it to heart."

Dong Jialin looked at Cui Qiyan with gratitude.

Jiang Ting felt bored, so he walked up to Dong Jialin, looked at him and asked, "Do you really not mind my sixth sister's background?"

"Absolutely not." Dong Jialin stood up straight and said without hesitation.

"I'll remember what you said today. If you dare to bully her in the future, even if others don't care, I, as the eldest brother, will not ignore it."

Although it was clearly a warning, Dong Jialin laughed.

Jiang Ting frowned, "What are you laughing at?"

Dong Jialin quickly explained, "I am happy for Miss Jiang that the prince can support her like this. If she knew that the prince cared about her so much, she would definitely be touched."

His reaction was considered acceptable in Jiang Ting's opinion.

Jiang Ting's expression lightened up a bit, and he looked at the sun in the west. "It's getting late, we should go back."

Jiang Ru and Dong Jiafu were having a great chat, and when Jiang Ting came to call her, she was still a little reluctant to leave.

After they left, Cui Qi Yan also sent Dong Jialin and Dong Jiafu back home.

When they arrived at the Dong family, Dong Jialin got out of the car and thanked Cui Qiyan, "Thank you, Mr. Cui, for your arrangement today. I owe you a favor."

"Just invite me to have a drink at your wedding."

Dong Jialin nodded repeatedly, "That's for sure."

Cui Qi Yan's gaze stayed on Dong Jiafu for a moment, then he turned around, mounted his horse and left.

After entering the room, Dong Jialin and Dong Jiafu went to the main room together.

Xu Yiwan was talking to Dong Jingtang. Seeing the two of them coming in, she smiled and said, "It's rare that you both came back early today."

Dong Jialin did not tell them about today's event in advance. Firstly, he didn't know whether Jiang Ru would go today. Secondly, for Jiang Ru's sake, it would be better not to tell his parents before she nodded.

Now that things have been settled, it's time to tell them.

"Dad, Mom, I have something to discuss with you."

Seeing his serious expression, Xu Yiwan was a little surprised, "Just tell me what you want to say."

"I have a girl I like, and I want my parents to make the decision."

Xu Yiwan and Dong Jingtang looked at each other and asked in surprise, "Is this the girl you mentioned before?"

"It's her." Dong Jialin nodded.

"So you've expressed your feelings to that girl?" Xu Yiwan was very happy. "Tell us quickly, which girl is it?"

"Her name is Jiang Ru. She is the illegitimate daughter of Marquis Jintian and the sixth child."

"The daughter of the Jiang family, Marquis of Jintian?" Dong Jingtang asked.

"Yes, her biological mother died when she was just born. She grew up in another courtyard away from the mansion and only returned to the mansion in the past two years."

Xu Yiwan couldn't help but sigh after hearing this, "What a pitiful girl."

Dong Jialin stood up and said, "My son wants to marry her. I beg father and mother to approve it."

"You have someone you like, and your father and I are happy for you." Xu Yiwan used her eyes to ask Dong Jingtang what he thought.

Dong Jingtang did not answer him immediately, but picked up the teacup and drank tea, looking thoughtful.

Seeing that the two of them were silent, Dong Jialin became anxious.

"Do my parents care that she is a concubine's daughter? Or do they have concerns about her background? I don't care about any of this. I don't have much of a future, so you don't have to worry about finding me some noble ladies. They look down on me, and I don't like them either."

"Miss Jiang is a very nice person. You will definitely like her when you meet her. If you don't believe me, you can ask Afu."

Before coming in, Dong Jiafu promised to help him persuade his parents, and now she followed his words and said, "Second brother is right. I have seen that girl. She is beautiful, gentle, well-read, and her words and deeds are no worse than those girls who grew up with their parents. On the contrary, because she has been neglected and suffered since she was a child, she knows how to cherish those who treat her well. She remembers every bit of kindness others show her, and will treat others twice as well in the future."

"Yes, Miss Jiang is the kind of person that Afu described." Dong Jialin followed.

"Look how anxious you are. We didn't say we disagree. Whether it's legitimate or illegitimate is not that important. A girl that both of you admire must be a good girl." Xu Yiwan turned her head and scolded, "The children are waiting. Don't drink tea at this time. Give them a definite answer."

As soon as she spoke, Dong Jingtang immediately put down the teacup.

"I was just thinking about Marquis Jintian. He is a bit stubborn and rigid. He has not made any significant achievements in the court, but he has not made any major mistakes either. It would be feasible to marry into their family."

"Dad, you have been thinking about it for so long, just thinking about Marquis Jintian?" Dong Jialin wanted to cry but had no tears.

"This is very important," Dong Jingtang said, not thinking of anything wrong. "You only thought of the girl and didn't consider the overall situation. It would be fine if you liked a girl from an ordinary family, but you chose the daughter of Marquis Jintian. Marrying a noble family must be done with caution. Our family can't afford another round of confiscation and exile."

This was the first time that Dong Jingtang showed fear in front of them about what happened that year. What he feared was not the suffering of exile, but the separation from his family and watching his wife be implicated with him.

Dong Jialin lowered his head in shame, "It's my son's fault for not thinking carefully enough and misunderstanding what my father meant."

Fortunately, there was nothing serious wrong with Marquis Jintian.

"I don't blame you. These are things we as parents should think about for our children."

Dong Jialin reacted, raised his head and said excitedly: "So, Dad, you agree to this marriage?"

Dong Jingtang nodded gently, "Well, you are quite self-aware. Your mother and I don't have the time to find a noble lady for you. If you can find someone you like yourself, we can save ourselves the trouble."

"Look how scared you are of the child." Xu Yiwan said with a smile.

"That's great!" Dong Jialin cheered, "Thank you, father and mother, for your support. Ru'er and I will definitely be filial to them in the future."

Xu Yiwan covered her mouth and laughed, "As long as you two are living well, we will be satisfied."

After the excitement, Dong Jialin mentioned again that he wanted to settle the marriage as soon as possible.

"Why are you so anxious? I haven't prepared anything yet." Xu Yiwan started to worry when he heard that.

"I heard that the wife of the Marquis of Jintian is looking for a man for her. I'm worried that if I go too late, something might go wrong. Mother, please make a list for me and I'll go out and buy it."

Xu Yiwan also felt that there was no time to waste when she heard this. "Okay, I'll write it to you right away..."

"It's almost time for dinner. There's no need to rush." ​​Dong Jingtang stopped her.

"Yes, mother, there is still time to write it tomorrow. If there is anything, Miss Jiang will also drag it out." Dong Jialin said.

Only then did Xu Yiwan relax.