Mao Wenjie shook his head slightly and said calmly upon hearing this: Sister-in-law, this is not a matter to be taken lightly. How can you let your cousin endure suffering like this? Isn't this a bit unfair to her? After all, you are cousins; how can you push your cousin into a pit of fire?
Hu Jiao Jiao smiled and said happily: Even if it's a pit of fire, she is willingly jumping into it. That's what my cousin herself said. I didn't withhold anything from her; after she knew it, she was extremely happy, thinking that you are an invaluable talent, so she fell in love with you!
Mao Wenjie shook his head upon hearing this: We haven't even met each other, how can she fall in love with me without seeing anyone?
Hu Jiao Jiao laughed and said with a mischievous smile: The key is that the matchmaker has a good reputation and never lies, so whatever I say, they believe. That's a good reason, right! You big guy, don't mumble around like a girl! Go ahead and greet Yu Rou quickly!
Mao Wenjie looked at Jiang Yu Rou and suddenly remembered, "Isn't that her?"
Hu Jiao Jiao looked at Mao Wenjie upon hearing this: How come you two know each other? If I knew you were familiar, I wouldn't have joined in the fun. Let you two enjoy a free love affair is just fine. It's all about that, and it saves me some worry!
Jiang Yu Rou stared at Mao Wenjie without blinking, and suddenly she remembered, "It's you this scoundrel! It wasn't because of you that I bumped into you on the way here; how could it be? At that time, I was thinking about what kind of person you were. I knew nothing about it. So, I thought maybe you were handsome and dashing, maybe a towering manly figure. While thinking about it, I bumped into you!" After adjusting her attitude, she said, "You remember? Sister-in-law mentioned in your house that I accidentally bumped into someone. That person was him!"
Upon hearing this, Hu Jiao Jiao laughed uncontrollably: That's destiny! If he wants to be with you, he will naturally come to you. What else could it be but fate? You two don't need to say anything else. It's a gift of fortune! If you don't cherish it well, you will regret it! I hope both of you can make wise choices!
Jiang Yu Rou heard this and hurriedly lowered her head. Mao Wenjie is definitely handsome, and my cousin also said he is a pills refiner. Let's not say anything else. A pills refiner is followed wherever they go, and it's not impossible to be with him. At such a young age, he is already a pills refiner, with an absolutely unlimited future. Such a good opportunity I can't miss. Once missed, it will be difficult to find another one! She thought carefully before saying in a light tone: My cousin has nothing she doesn't like, so let everything be decided by you!
Hu Jiao Jiao smiled and said with a giggle: Still, Yu Rou is obedient. You don't have to worry about this; it's on my account. Just wait to be a bride! My sister has no objections to Mao Wenjie. As you just heard, it's now your turn to make a statement. Say what you think! I'll give you a heads-up, don't come up with all sorts of excuses. I'm not going to listen to any nonsense; just do as you're told!
Mao Wenjie looked at Jiang Yu Rou and said: "Well, you're still quite beautiful. As for your character, you're kind-hearted. However, I'm not in a stable position right now. If I find a spiritual companion, people will think I'm obsessed with my wife; just imagine how I would look if I bring my wife home before anything has even started! That would be inappropriate. Please don't do this."
Hu Jiao Jiao smiled and said with a giggle: Are you trying to be like Jiang Ziya, getting married only after sixty years? I say, brother, be realistic. Don't make those unnecessary excuses. Yu Rou has no objections to you, and your parents aren't here. As the elder brother, I'll act as the head of the family and make this decision for you. The matter is settled; the sister-in-law will take care of the bride price. You just don't have to worry about it; just stay home and wait to marry your wife!
Mao Wenjie quickly said: "Sister-in-law, this is a bit unusual and appropriate, right? Please give me some time to consider. After all, this is a major life event, and I can't be impulsive like this!"
Hu Jiao Jiao looked at Mao Wenjie and shook her head: "I say, brother, do you really want to mess with me? I know everything about your situation. If you don't listen to me, I will bring in your big brother. Surely you'll listen to him? Do you think that Sister-in-law's influence is not enough and that your big brother must be involved?"
Mao Wenjie shook his head quickly upon hearing this: Sister-in-law, I really don't mean that at all. I will definitely listen to what you say. It's just that the situation is so sudden, I'm a bit overwhelmed and not used to it. That's why I was thinking of taking it slowly; it's absolutely not that I won't listen to you!
Upon hearing this, Hu Jiao Jiao laughed and said: "Since it's like that, then let me take charge. There are two Beauty-preserving Pills for Yu Rou here. I'll give them to you as a dowry. One for you to use, and the other for your aunt to use. You know, my sudden beauty is all thanks to these Beauty-preserving Pills. They were personally refined by brother Mao and are now being sold by several of us. Each pill costs a hundred thousand spiritual stones!"
Jiang Yu Rou looked at Mao Wenjie upon hearing this: Is the Beauty-preserving Pill really as incredible as my cousin said? If it truly has such effects, then a hundred thousand spiritual stones isn't too much!
Hu Jiao Jiao giggled and said: Look at the four maids by his side; each one is as beautiful as a celestial being. Have you ever seen maidservants so beautiful in any other household? It's all because they've been taking the Beauty-preserving Pills. Out of the four of them, can you say you don't want to marry brother Mao Wenjie? If you don't believe me, ask them yourself!
Jiang Yu Rou blushed profusely upon hearing this and muttered to herself: "How can you ask such a thing? This is not something you can ask casually. What if all four of them want to marry him? What should we do then? It would be so embarrassing for him. Even if he really takes them as concubines in the future, it's not appropriate to ask like this." She rushed to say: "Cousin, I certainly don't doubt what you said. Whatever you said, I believe in. Whatever you say is right!"
Hu Jiao Jiao laughed and said with a giggle: Brother Mao, take a look at the rain fine sister. Her heart is as clear as a lotus blossom, which is her specialty. She is worried about your face if she says anything. How beautiful her answer is? You should be grateful for her like this. If you have a girl like the rain fine sister, you should feel fortunate! Before anything happens, she protects you so well that even I, the cousin-in-law, don't help. Girls always tend to love their parents more; this saying truly holds some truth!
Jiang Yu Rou blushed and looked down, shyly saying: Cousin, how can you pick on me? We are actually close cousins!
Hu Jiao Jiao looked at Jiang Yu Rou and said: "You know we're close cousins, right? Then why did you think about him more and consider his face when you were speaking? We're not even related by blood at that moment!"
Jiang Yu Rou hurriedly said: "Cousin, I don't have anything! I just thought that asking about the effects of the pills in front of him might make him feel embarrassed."
Hu Jiao Jiao giggled and said: Okay, no need to explain. You really think I'm a fool, treating you as my own flesh and blood. Since you two have your hearts set on each other, I'm happy for you too. When I first met brother Mao Wenjie, my first thought was to act as a matchmaker for you two because you're such a good match. I immediately told my aunt about your situation, and she let me make the decision. You dare to guarantee that those girls don't have such thoughts? I can confidently say they definitely do. This is called acting first to secure the advantage! The matter with brother Mao is settled, and I've given the dowry on your behalf. It's impossible to change your mind now, so enjoy it secretly! As for me being the sister-in-law who arranged this, don't you think you should give me some reward too?
Mao Wenjie looked at Hu Jiao Jiao and said: "Brother, you don't have to ask your sister-in-law for anything, no matter when. Whatever is here, she can take it whenever she wants without asking!"
Hu Jiao Jiao said with a giggle upon hearing this: "This won't do after we're married!"
Mao Wenjie was stunned by Hu Jiao Jiao's words. He asked confused: "Why is that?"
Hu Jiao Jiao giggled and said: "My poor brother, once you're married, who wants to take anything from your home without the consent of the mistress? So, at that time, it would be inconvenient. As long as my cousin doesn't agree, no one can take anything from this house!"
Jiang Yu Rou blushed and said shyly: Cousin, why do you keep bringing me into it? Is it okay to tease your own niece like this?
Hu Jiao Jiao laughed and said: "Alright, let me help you find a suitable husband. You should thank me for it, not say that I'm bullying you. Why are you shy in front of your husband, and take me, your cousin, to blame? This is truly the classic case of 'healing the doctor and seeking revenge on the benefactor'! Why did I end up helping this ungrateful person?"
Jiang Yu Rou, upon hearing this, stomped her foot in anger and said, "I'm not talking to you anymore, cousin!"
Hu Jiao Jiao saw her expression and giggled, saying: "If you want me to forgive you, that's not impossible. Just let your husband take care of it for you. I know your husband has good things in his hands, so let him give them to me!"
Jiang Yu Rou blushed and looked at Mao Wenjie, shyly asking: "What do you want, cousin?"
Hu Jiao Jiao laughed and said: "Brother Mao Wenjie has a Five Elements Leopard Print Breaking the Realm Dan in his hands. It is priceless and has no market price, which means it is one of a kind. Many people have wanted it. I've heard that Brother Mao Wenjie should have two more in his possession. My younger brother has been bothering me every day after hearing what my brother-in-law said, wanting me to get one for him. Now that my cousin has helped you find a suitable match, shouldn't you give me some return for my favor?"
Upon hearing this, Jiang Yu Rou felt a bit worried. In theory, giving one of the Five Elements Leopard Print Breaking the Realm Dan to her cousin is appropriate. However, Mao Wenjie only has two, and each is a priceless treasure worth an enormous amount of money. Giving one away would be a big loss! Just as she was at a loss and didn't know what to do, when...
Mao Wenjie took out a small bottle from his bosom, saying to Hu Jiao Jiao, "This is the two pills of the Five Elements Leopard Pattern Break-the-Degree Pill you're referring to. You can take them if you need them. I've said before that as long as there's any here, you can take whatever you want. It's not a big deal. I'll just refine more when I gather the ingredients again. These ingredients are somewhat precious and not easy to find."
Hu Jiao Jiao laughed and said, "I'm afraid that's not the case. I've heard that only you can refine these pills in the entire Yun City."
