By a twist of fate, the illegitimate son of the Marquis's family marries the county princess.

Chapter 147 1 Qiu Zhihao?

"Fourth brother?"

As soon as Wen Zongji got off the carriage, he saw Wen Zongqi standing at the entrance of Wangchun Tower, with a young man next to him who looked somewhat familiar, but he couldn't remember where he had seen him before.

Wen Zongqi turned his head and looked over, his face lighting up with delight: "What a coincidence, Third Brother, you're also having dinner at Wangchun Tower?"

Wen Zongji introduced Yuan Tianxi: "This is Mr. Yuan Tianxi. Mr. Yuan helped me, so I invited him to Wangchunlou for drinks."

Wen Zongqi also introduced Fang Sichu: "This is Fang Sichu, the second son of the Marquis of Yong'an. We grew up together. Third Brother should have seen him in the mansion. He often came to visit me."

Wen Zongji suddenly realized: "So it's Young Master Fang the Second."

He remembered that Fang Sichu was Wen Zongqi's best friend. The two always ate, drank, and had fun together. It could be said that apart from visiting brothels, they would do anything delicious and fun together, like conjoined twins.

Fang Sichu cupped his hands in greeting: "Lord Wen."

Wen Zongqi said casually, "Fang Er, you're being too formal. My third brother is your third brother, just call me third brother."

Fang Sichu looked at Wen Zongji.

Wen Zongji said, "Fourth brother is right, there's no need to stand on ceremony."

Fang Sichu took the opportunity to change her form of address: "Third Brother Wen, you can call me Second Brother Fang or Sichu, it's fine either way."

Wen Zongqi's eyes darted around, and he asked, "Third Brother, would you mind having two more people drinking with you?"

Fang Sichu wanted to cover her face. They weren't familiar with Yuan Tianxi, so how could they arbitrarily interfere in someone else's banquet?

Wen Zongji raised an eyebrow: "You're out of pocket money again?"

Wen Zongqi lowered his head: "Mother cut my allowance in half."

Changdong, being well-informed, informed Wen Zongji of this matter.

Wen Zongji knew why, and said helplessly, "You're too stupid. Your mother has arranged a girl for you, and you should just go see her."

Wen Zongqi was unhappy: "But I don't want to get married."

"I'm just asking you to go see them, it doesn't mean you have to actually do it."

Wen Zongqi's eyes lit up, but then wilted again: "It's still so troublesome."

Wen Zongji was speechless: "Do you still want your allowance?"

"Of course I want to."

"Then I'll do as I say."

"All right."

Wen Zongqi didn't want to live a life of constant financial hardship.

"Mr. Yuan and I have something to discuss, so we won't invite you. Please put all your expenses on my tab today."

Wen Zongqi instantly became excited: "Third Brother is awesome!"

Wen Zongji shook his head and then invited Yuan Tianxi into Wangchun Tower.

Fang Sichu watched Wen Zongji's retreating figure and exclaimed, "Third Brother Wen truly lives up to his reputation as a top scholar in the imperial examinations. He looks so composed and has such a dignified presence."

Wen Zongqi put his arm around Fang Sichu's neck and walked into Wangchunlou as well: "Come on, Third Brother is treating today, let's drink until we drop."

……

Yuan Tianxi lived up to his reputation as a heavy drinker. During lunch, he barely ate any food and kept drinking until he was completely drunk and unconscious.

During the writing process, Wen Zongji kept advising him to drink less.

Yuan Tianxi ignored him and only said, "I'll do it, you can do whatever you want."

In the end, Wen Zongji had no choice but to have Changdong take the unconscious Yuan Tianxi back to his residence.

He shook his head inwardly.

This is the first time I've ever seen someone drink to the point of recklessness.

The next shift returned to the Marquis's residence.

Yunguangyuan

Wen Zongji remembered that he had asked Pei Rujing to take Wen Shuyu out to play, and asked, "Did you have a good time today?"

Pei Rujing said, "Not bad. Shuyu has made a few friends in the club, and they've made plans to play mahjong together in the future."

"By the way, Zuo San is getting engaged."

Wen Zongji laughed and said, "This is wonderful news! Which young master has Miss Zuo chosen?"

"Fang Sichu, the second son of the Marquis of Yong'an".

Wen Zongji's expression turned strange: "What a coincidence."

He had just met Fang Sichu today.

Pei Rujing was puzzled: "What's so special about it?"

Wen Zongji said, "Fang Sichu and Fourth Brother are very close, like conjoined twins. I just met him and Fourth Brother today."

Pei Rujing frowned immediately: "Your fourth brother is no good person."

He was an expert in all things related to eating, drinking, and having fun, and he frequented brothels quite often. It was only because Wen Chuanhong kept a close eye on him that Wen Zongqi dared not be too unrestrained; otherwise, he might have gone even further than he has now.

Wen Zongji said, "My fourth brother has a good nature."

As for Fang Sichu, he doesn't know her and won't comment.

"Since the Zuo family has agreed to this marriage, they must have conducted an investigation."

Pei Rujing glanced at him: "Have you forgotten your little sister?"

When Wen Shuxuan and Zhao Hongrong, the heir of the Duke of Zhao, got engaged, the Marquis of Zhongyong's family had already investigated the matter.

Wen Zongji sighed: "Zhao Hongrong was really good in every way back then, who knew his personality would change so drastically now."

The capital city is only so big, and families exchange information with each other, so it's hard to say what can be kept completely secret.

So it's true that Zhao Hongrong was virtuous and clean-living in the past, but it's also true that he's now infatuated with beautiful women and neglecting his wife.

Wen Zongji asked, "Miss Zuo seems to be a woman of strong opinions. Her agreement to this marriage must mean she is quite satisfied with Fang Sichu."

Pei Rujing nodded: "The two of them can get along well."

"This marriage is ultimately a matter between the two of them. They've both agreed, so my wife shouldn't overthink it."

Wen Zongji has never liked to meddle in other people's affairs.

Respect the fate of others!

Pei Rujing glared at him: "Isn't it because your fourth brother has such a bad reputation? Fang Sichu is on good terms with him, so I naturally think they're birds of a feather."

Wen Zongji put his arm around her and said, "Alright, at worst you can tell Miss Zuo about this. She'll know what to do."

"Of course I'll tell you."

Pei Rujing then asked, "By the way, your second brother is getting married soon. What kind of wedding gift should we give him?"

Wen Zongji turned to look at Granny Feng: "Granny, you can make the arrangements."

He had no experience, so Granny Feng was very trustworthy in this situation.

Pei Rujing asked curiously, "Will you go with us to the wedding procession?"

She vaguely remembered that when Wen Zongji and she got married, Wen Zongjing and Wen Zongqi were both there.

Granny Feng explained, "Since the son-in-law is married, he doesn't need to go to the wedding procession with us."

Those who usually accompany the bride are unmarried people.

Pei Rujing understood: "The bride has arrived. Should I go and talk to her?"

Granny Feng nodded: "The county princess and the future second young mistress are sisters-in-law, so naturally I should go and accompany them."

Pei Rujing said excitedly, "I've never seen anyone get married before."

Wen Zongji laughed: "So that's why the county princess asked so many questions, she was just curious. Then the county princess will probably see you quite a few times in the future."

Pei Shirong, Zuo Mingxuan, and Wen Zongqi all have to get married.

Once she's experienced more, Pei Rujing will probably lose interest.

Pei Rujing also thought of it and smiled, "Putting everything else aside, I definitely need to learn the etiquette well when my second brother gets married, so that I won't be impolite in front of my future sister-in-law."