Chapter 10: The Wedding Day Arrives

After all, she was his own niece, and he was worried that if something happened, he wouldn’t get his share of the inheritance and it would benefit the third son. Gu Lao Er was still shocked and conflicted when Huang Shi continued, “Don’t forget, ten years ago that fortune teller said that that little devil couldn’t leave this house. This time, I don’t know what possessed Father, he suddenly decided to marry her off. Well then, once she leaves this house, she suddenly dies, and everyone will think it’s because the fortune teller’s words came true, and they won’t think it was us who did it.”

Gu Lao Er was somewhat moved by what she said and stammered, “Then…then should we discuss it with the third brother?”
“Come on, that third brother is on the same side as the old man, he’s not a good person. Haven’t you seen how he always goes against us? If we tell him about this, he might turn around and sell us out. You also have to remember, in the future, we have to be careful of him.”

…

The matchmaker arrived early in the morning, and seeing the large chest outside, she smiled broadly.

“Grandpa Gu, your family truly lives up to its reputation as one of the wealthiest in Lianhua Village. Three large trunks for a daughter’s wedding! I’ve been a matchmaker my whole life, and

this is the first time I’ve ever seen anything like it.” Gu Feng, unable to bear Zhang the matchmaker’s pungent smell, quickly fanned himself and said, “Alright, hurry inside. Once things are settled, you’ll be sure to receive a reward.”

Zhang the matchmaker beamed, repeatedly replying, “Oh, don’t worry, I, Zhang the matchmaker, am the most reliable in the surrounding area. I guarantee you’ll be satisfied.”Auntie San and Auntie Er went into the house with Zhang the matchmaker. The dark room was finally illuminated.

The sun hadn’t risen yet, and it was only just beginning to lighten, but for Gu Youyou, the light was already quite bright.

Auntie San, Meng, turned on the light, and Zhang the matchmaker could vaguely see the person on the bed.

“Oh, bride, still sleeping? Get up! You can’t sleep in today.”

Gu Youyou responded softly from the bed, but didn’t get up.

Madam Meng and Madam Huang hurriedly helped her up and changed her into a newly bought bright red bridal gown.

While changing her, they both felt a pang of regret; the gown was a ready-made piece and had cost a fortune.The matchmaker, Zhang, screamed in fright as Gu Youyou was helped out, “Ah, a ghost!” Madam

Huang glared at her, annoyed, “Matchmaker Zhang, what are you yelling about? This is our Youyou. The old man has given you plenty of money; do you want to ruin the deal?”

The matchmaker, still shaken, patted her chest and gasped, “Oh dear, this is Youyou? How did she get so thin? It really scared me to death.”

Madam Meng said, “Youyou has been sick for so many years; how could she be fat?”

“This…this is too thin!” The matchmaker clicked her tongue, not daring to approach.

Gu Youyou remained expressionless throughout, letting them do as they pleased. She didn’t intend to expend any energy; she needed to save it for a later important matter.

Her appearance truly frightened Zhang the matchmaker, who barely managed to hold back her emotions the entire time.After the three of them tidied Gu Youyou up, Meng and the matchmaker went out to get something to eat to tide them over while they waited for the groom to arrive.

Huang went to bring her the medicine she was supposed to drink today.

“Youyou, drink this medicine quickly, so you’ll feel more energetic today.”

Gu Youyou stared coldly at Huang, grinning, “Leave it, I’ll drink it later.” “Oh, I usually let you drink it later, but not today. The groom will be here soon

. You’d better drink it quickly; I checked, it’s not too hot.”