721 Determined
Marriage was a matter of great importance. No one could help.
Now, Sun Baoshan had no official position and was only an Elementary Scholar. If he married the only daughter of a fourth-grade general, he would probably embarrass himself.
Sun Bocheng thought hard. Looking at his grandson’s stubborn expression, he sighed and slowly said, “Baoshan, do you understand the difference between the Sun family and the Chu family now? Chu Li is out of your league..”
If he really asked for her hand in marriage, he might anger Chu Leizhen and his wife and say something that would insult their dignity.
Although he understood that whatever the Chu family couple said was normal and what Sun Baoshan should bear, words were heartbreaking. He was worried that Sun Baoshan would feel pain and it would affect his future journey.
Sometimes, when a person was thwarted, they would become braver. However, sometimes, they would never be able to get up again. He was worried. Why did it have to be the Chu family? This made him unable to help even if he wanted to.
Sun Baoshan gritted his teeth. He looked at his grandfather and then at his parents. He said firmly, “Grandpa, Father, mother, I know that I might be humiliated, but I’m not afraid. I can afford it. This is what I should endure. If I were the Chu family’s parents, I would also not be polite. However, I believe that they must have a discerning eye. Everything they do is for their daughter’s own good. I believe that I’m outstanding. In terms of grade and character, I’m definitely worthy of Chu Li. The Chu family’s father values relationships and will only marry one wife in his life. I can promise him that I won’t have concubines either. My parents are also loyal people. I’ll treat Chu Li like this too.”
Sun Baoshan knew that it was not easy to get married, but he also knew that if he missed it, he would definitely regret it for the rest of his life.
In the past, he thought that he liked Su Xiaolu because Su Xiaolu had saved him. He had a good impression of her and wanted to marry her like in the novels.
However, after knowing Chu Li, he gradually understood that his love for Su Xiaolu was admiration. He admired Su Xiaolu for being so powerful and being able to do many things that he could not.
His feelings for Chu Li was love. He wanted to be with her day and night. Just looking at her quietly made his heart throb. Satisfaction, joy, peace, anticipation, and seven emotions and six desires were all moved by her.
Madam Lian also looked worried when she saw Sun Baoshan like this.
Of course, she was willing for her son to marry a high-ranking official, but she had to consider if her parents were willing.
She thought that her son was the most outstanding because Sun Baoshan was her son. However, in the eyes of others, Sun Baoshan was not perfect. He also had flaws.
Sun Ziqian pondered for a moment and said, “Father, let’s use half of our family’s wealth as payment.”
This was his only son, the child he had doted on since he was young. How could he bear to see him sad and disappointed?
Sun Bocheng looked at Sun Baoshan and asked again seriously, “Baoshan, have you really thought it through?”
Sun Baoshan swallowed and nodded heavily. “Grandpa, I’ve thought about it many times. No matter what the outcome is, I accept it. But if I don’t move forward, I’ll regret it for the rest of my life.”
“Then let’s go. No one can explain love.”
Sun Bocheng looked at Sun Baoshan and nodded.
Chu Li was a good woman. She knew etiquette and was smart. The Sun family would be really lucky to marry such a woman.
If he did not succeed, it meant that they were not fated. After eliminating Sun Baoshan’s obsession, time would eventually make him let go. He believed that Sun Baoshan was magnanimous. Even if he did not succeed, he would not blame the heavens and feel hatred.
“Ziqian, since you’re asking to marry, we have to show our sincerity. The Sun family has been in business for many years and has accumulated a lot of wealth. Using half of our wealth to propose marriage also shows our sincerity. You and your wife can do as you see fit.”
Sun Bocheng looked at Sun Ziqian and Madam Lian and spoke.
Sun Ziqian and Madam Lian nodded and agreed in unison. “I understand.”
Sun Baoshan smiled and kowtowed to Sun Bocheng, Sun Ziqian, and Madam Lian. He thanked them gratefully. “Thank you, Grandpa. Thank you, Father and Mother.”
He heaved a sigh of relief. He had not lied to Chu Li. He would let her see that he was sincere.
Because of Sun Baoshan, Su Hua and Sun Baoqian stayed at the Sun residence.
At night, Su Hua was called over by Sun Bocheng.
Madam Lian came over.
When the mother and daughter met, Madam Lian sighed. “Sigh, we only found out about this tonight. Your brother hid it really well. Mother is both happy and worried.”
Back then, he said that he was interested in Su Xiaolu, but in the end, he had no chance. Madam Lian was worried sick.
Later on, she mentioned it to Sun Baoshan a few times. He always said that he wanted to focus on studying and take the scholarly examination, so he rejected it. When the child grew up, Madam Lian could not ask further.
Madam Lian was very happy to know that he had someone he liked, but his sweetheart was the only daughter of a fourth-grade military official. Madam Lian was very worried.
Sun Baoqian smiled and said, “Mother, everything is predestined. Don’t worry.”
“Brother is not a stupid person. It’s only a matter of time before he takes the scholarly examination. Our family is not poor. If nothing unexpected happens, it’s only a matter of time before he makes a name for himself. The Chu family’s requirements for choosing a son-in-law are definitely high, but there are many others with higher status than us. Miss Chu’s marriage hasn’t been decided either, right? This means that the Chu family’s parents don’t just judge people by their family background.”
Sun Baoqian was smart. After hearing what had happened, she pondered in her heart. She didn’t dare to say that she could guess everything, but she would definitely be able to deduce something.
Putting aside their family background, her younger brother had a good character and was well read. Her grandfather and father were both people who valued relationships. These were things that money and power could not buy.
If the Chu family wanted to look at family background, Chu Li’s marriage would have been decided long ago.
Therefore, she thought that her brother had hope. At least 50-50.
“Hearing you say that, Mother’s heart instantly calmed down a lot.”
Madam Lian smiled gently. She held Sun Baoqian’s hand with a gentle gaze and said softly, “You’ve grown up.”
At this moment, when her heart gradually calmed down, Madam Lian realized that her daughter had really grown up and became smart and calm. She was confident, gentle, and intelligent. Madam Lian felt very happy. The fact that Sun Baoqian was so confident meant that she had met a good person.
Sun Baoqian laughed and leaned against Madam Lian, wheedling, “Mother, no matter how old I am, I’m still your daughter. Speaking of which, I’m also your only daughter.”
As Sun Baoqian spoke, she looked up at Madam Lian and asked, “Mother, what did you think of Ah Hua and my marriage back then?”
Madam Lian recalled the past. She smiled and said, “I remember what your father said when he brought Su Chong and Su Hua to school. Teacher Lin once asked Su Hua a question. Su Hua’s answer shocked Teacher Lin. Teacher Lin agreed to let him enter the school. Actually, his answer also shocked your father. Your father came back and told me that Su Hua had an extraordinary future.”