Chapter 829 Matchmaking

Now, Tao Muzhan is determined to follow Yan Yu.

During their daily meetings and conversations, he felt that Xu Mingqian's determination was wavering; he also saw that Yan Yu intended to accept the wise minister Xu Aiqing as his successor.

Therefore, he secretly planned to sacrifice himself for the Lord, woo Xu Yingyuan, help Yan Yu, and seize the Tongshitai.

There was no progress yet, so he did not rush to report it and acted quietly.

Tao Muzhan still yearns for Hui'er, but he deliberately conceals it as he doesn't want to make her jealous by proposing to her.

He always thought that Hui'er got married because she had no choice but to do so because of the emperor's order. She must have been thinking about him in her heart and would never forget him until her death.

Unexpectedly, the secret was suddenly made public by Xu Yingyuan. Tao Muzhan was so confused that he didn't know how to respond for a while.

"Hui Er, don't be angry, I..."

Zhuang Xianhui took off her cloak and placed it on the hanger aside.

"Brother Mu Zhan, don't worry. I'm not angry."

The incident happened suddenly and Tao Muzhan was very nervous.

"really?"

Zhuang Xianhui walked over and sat in the seat opposite them.

"The three of us have been playing together since we were young, so there is no difference between us. Why should we care about who is who? What's better?"

"Friends are warm when they are free and cold when they are busy. We all have our own future. Since we have friendship, we should understand each other and not argue about who is right or wrong."

Hearing the word "understanding", Tao Muzhan smiled with relief.

"Hui Er, you are so generous, I admire you."

From childhood to adulthood, whenever Zhuang Xianhui appeared, Brother Mu Zhan seemed to see no one else. Xu Yingyuan was displeased and asked about the competition for favor.

"what about me?"

While considering the political situation and Hui'er's feelings, Tao Muzhan knew when to stop and responded.

"In comparison, you are slightly inferior."

Xu Yingyuan was furious.

"What are you talking about? Brother Mu Zhan is so biased."

Tao Muzhan looked aggrieved.

"I'm praising you, didn't Yuan'er hear that?"

Xu Yingyuan was so angry that she almost had a fit.

"You and I……"

Out of the corner of her eye, she saw Zhuang Xianhui's expression as she watched the show. She reacted quickly, acting awkwardly and trying to interpret the meaning of the words.

"Brother Mu Zhan used unique words to praise me, implying that our feelings are unique, and I can naturally hear that. I'm just afraid that Hui'er doesn't understand, and will harbor false thoughts and misunderstand that you have feelings for her, and do something to let her husband down."

She emphasized the word "husband", as if to remind Tao Muzhan that Zhuang Xianhui was already married, and also as if to remind Zhuang Xianhui to respect herself.

Zhuang Xianhui replied.

"Sister Yuan, there's no need to state this specifically."

"My heart is only for my husband, and nothing else."

Xu Yingyuan acted like an elder and spoke with great righteousness.

"You say that nicely."

"I grew up with you, how could I not understand you? You are very frivolous and you can't settle down. No matter who you marry, you will always think about doing bad things."

"Don't think too much, sister. I am just giving you advice. I am definitely not slandering you in front of Brother Mu Zhan. I mean well. I'm sure it's not difficult for you to understand, right?"

Zhuang Xianhui smiled faintly.

"Yes, I understand. Thank you for your teachings."

Tao Muzhan couldn't stand it anymore, so he put aside the political intrigue and spoke for Hui'er.

"Hui Er is not that kind of person."

Xu Yingyuan couldn't laugh.

"Brother Mu Zhan has been busy away from the capital for too long, and perhaps he has forgotten Hui'er's personality."

Tao Muzhan was determined.

"I didn't forget."

Xu Yingyuan v. Lawyer.

"Brother Mu Zhan, don't look at everything today with the eyes of your childhood. It's unrealistic."

"People are going to change."

"For example, you only had Hui'er in your eyes and heart before, but after you grew up, didn't you change?"

Tao Muzhan retorted resolutely.

"I……"

Zhuang Xianhui interrupted him.

"Sister Yuan may have misunderstood."

"Brother Mu Zhan has only you in his eyes and heart."

"In previous years, he often said that you are more beautiful and dignified than me. In his opinion, you are extremely outstanding."

Xu Yingyuan smiled in surprise.

"Are you serious? I have never heard of that."

Zhuang Xianhui speaks in a roundabout way.

"Brother Mu Zhan is too shy to express himself, and he only said this when he was alone with me. When my sister was around, he was always silent, seemingly indifferent, but actually shy."

Tao Muzhan was extremely anxious.

"No, no, I..."

Xu Yingyuan covered his mouth and didn't give him a chance to speak.

"Brother Mu Zhan, please don't say anything. I understand."

"So, you love me so deeply. I am so touched."

Tao Muzhan was upset and depressed during lunch.

After dinner, he avoided Yuan'er and met Hui'er alone.

"Hui Er, what nonsense are you talking about? I clearly said that all the words I used to praise her and belittle you were just to tease you, just to learn how to tease you."

"How can you lie about my feelings?"

Zhuang Xianhui answered.

"I see that Brother Mu Zhan intends to ask Sister Aiyuan for help, so I said this. As always, I will help you complete your beautiful plan."

"Did I see it wrong?"

On one side is true love, on the other side is the political situation. Tao Muzhan hesitated and seemed a little at a loss.

"Uh... this... you're not mistaken... but I..."

Zhuang Xianhui brought up old events to explain her words and actions.

"Some time ago, you were promoted to the rank of Imperial Attendant, and you came back to the capital to see me and asked me if I wanted to get married."

“I answered truthfully, yes.”

"You said that you should hurry up and choose a partner to court. The method of courtship is still the same as before. Please let me give you some advice."

"Brother Mu Zhan entrusted me with your trust, so I dare not neglect it. So I will act on the spot and speak well of you today."

"Did i do something wrong?"

Tao Muzhan analyzed secretly.

Hui'er was saying that she was married and couldn't be with me openly, so she could only be with me by helping me to court her.

Let's just be friends first, we can get along with each other, and only when she gets rid of the second young master Ning and completes the emperor's order can we be together.

fair enough.

It just so happened that I wanted to lure Yuan'er into the game and persuade Lord Xu to change his mind to Emperor Jin and Prince.

Hui'er is affectionate and tolerant, and she never forgets the greater good of her own family. She is truly a good wife.

After thinking about it, Tao Muzhan smiled knowingly.

"You did a great job, you did nothing wrong."

"Just now, if it weren't for your help, I would have almost said the wrong thing and annoyed Yuan'er."

"Hui Er, thank you so much."

Zhuang Xianhui had already agreed with her husband to try to bring Brother Mu Zhan and Sister Yuan together, in order to test their hearts and influence the court situation.

At present, Feng Zhengtai, after Emperor Yue's wise advice, has been returned to Prince Di Jin, so there is no need for him to influence the court affairs.

Sister Yuan, who thought she was a princess, lived under the emperor's command and served him. The emperor was ruthless, and her fate was unpredictable, and her life was in danger.

She secretly thought that if Sister Yuan was affectionate, it would be great for her to marry into the Tao family and be protected by Prince Dijin.

Therefore, she followed her original idea, enhancing the relationship between the two, hoping that they would get married happily.

Zhuang Xianhui has a pleasant expression.

"You and I are friends, and it's only natural that we help each other. Brother Mu Zhan, there's no need to be so polite."

As she wished, Tao Muzhan concealed his true feelings and got along with her as a good friend.

"Hui Er is absolutely right."

"I'm not good at speaking, and I don't know if Yuan'er is angry. Please help me think of a way to make her happy."

Zhuang Xianhui suddenly had an idea.

"My sister Zhiyuan liked a set of jewelry, but she couldn't bear to spend the money, so she couldn't buy it for a long time."

"Brother Mu Zhan bought it for her as a surprise, and my sister will surely calm down."

Tao Muzhan couldn't wait.

"Which jewelry store is this? Lead me there."

He made a suggestion.

"It's just one set of jewelry. I can't give it to you. Can you go shopping with me and pick out some other gifts?"

Zhuang Xianhui nodded.

"it is good."