“The men of the grassland speak plainly, Your Highness Princess, and Chieftain. That day, Song has one request.”

“At first sight, I fell in love with a girl from Changping Village. We cherished each other deeply and, facing the heavens, swore to be together for three lifetimes.”

“I want to take her back to Daliao with me, make her my woman. Please, Princess and Chieftain, grant us your blessing!”

That day, after letting out a breath, he clenched his right fist and pressed it against his left chest. He knelt on one knee.

If Tuoba Xian and Yang Ruqing refused to let go, he would kneel on the ground and refuse to get up.

Although the three people in the house had already mentally prepared themselves, when they heard this from that day's mouth, they were still secretly shocked.

Tuo Ba Xian asked, "Whose daughter is that?"

That day, Song raised his head and glanced at Yang Ruqing. His gaze was a little evasive as he said: "The eldest sister of Clan Head, her family name is Yang, and her given name is Rolan."

Tuo Ba Xian smiled faintly, picked up the teacup beside her, and took a light sip.

Then, Song Dao said: "Although I am the Princess Dowager, I have the final say on your marriage."

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"But, since you're taking a concubine, I can't interfere too much."

“About this matter, don't ask me. You should consult with your tribal chief.”

According to prior agreement, Tubo Xian kicked the ball to Yang Ruoheng.

That day, Song raised his head to look at Yang Ruoheng, and then pleaded again: “Please, Chieftain, fulfill this!”

Yang Ruqing frowned, "That day Song, it wasn't that I didn't want to give you a chance, it's just... I know my cousin's character better than you do."

"She is not a good match, nor would she be a virtuous wife."

“I won't stop you from taking her as a concubine, nor will I encourage you.”

"I'm just saying what I and the villagers think and feel about her. Ultimately, the decision is yours to make. Once you've made it, don't regret it!"

Yang Ruqing said.

Then, she picked out a few representative things that Yang Ruolan had done in the village over the years and told them.

Among them, included her cold attitude towards her own mother, Lady Yang...

All the people inside could be heard frowning deeply.

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That day, Song's previous excitement and fervor seemed to have cooled somewhat.

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However, there is still contradiction and entanglement.

"Alright, I've said what needed to be said. And some things that probably shouldn't have been said."

Yang Ruqing finally said.

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"You're an adult now. Think about what you want to do next. When you figure it out, tell me at dinner." she said.

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"Yes, this subordinate will withdraw first!"

That day, after Song left the house, Luo Fengtang watched his departing figure with a worried face.

"I have a bad feeling that in the end, he will still take Yang Ruolan as his concubine," he said.

Tuoba Xian smiled faintly: "That day, Song was in Daliang, and his legitimate wife was the daughter of another clan leader. His background was powerful."

"The other seventeen concubines were all the daughters of influential people from various tribes in Liao."

As a man, his pillow partner was always a transaction of power. Rarely did he come to the south and meet a woman he fancied.

“Having nothing to do with power, it was all due to a momentary impulse of passion.”

"He's like a wild horse right now, the three of us can't hold him back, we just have to go with him!" Tubo Xian said.

Luo Fengtang heard this and secretly shook his head.

As a man, he couldn't understand Mats's mindset that day.

The women around him, one by one, were not obtained by his liking, they were all commodities of a transaction.

What's the meaning?

There's no fun in sleeping!

But here, Yang Ruoqing understood Tuoba Xian's words very well.

In the eyes of these authorities, a concubine like Yang Ruolan, even if she was cunning, could not stir up any major waves.

It's nothing more than taking advantage of youth and using appearances to deceive that day's slacker.

To be a concubine, to go with him to the Great Liao, is nothing more than being thrown into the backyard and becoming a tool for his occasional release and desires.

Whatever tricks or schemes you may have, once you enter that kind of large courtyard and encounter a group of powerful, influential, and scheming women, you won't be able to stir up any waves.

"Mother is right, we should say what we need to say, and let the rest go."

Yang Ruqing finally said, “Taking a concubine is a private matter for others. We don't interfere.”

Stopping Yang Ruolan from going to Daliang with that day's pine tree, perhaps she was saved.

Now, Yang Ruqing doesn't intend to save Yang Rulan. If her cousin wants to die, let her.

The three of them were right in their guess. Sure enough, after dinner that day, Song came again.

“I have made up my mind. I am still willing to take Yang Ruolan as a concubine.” Song Dao said that day.

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Yang Ruqing said, "If you've made up your mind, then I won't say much more."

That day, Song nodded gratefully and then looked at Tuo Bu Xian.

"Since your chieftain doesn't object, I naturally won't say much more," Tuo Ba Xian said lightly.

"In two days, I'm leaving for Daliao. If you want to take a Yang family woman as your concubine and bring her back with me to Daliao, there are many courtesies that cannot be spared." She reminded him.

That day, Song heard this, and a glimmer flashed in his eyes.

"When in Rome, do as the Romans do. My subordinate will definitely follow the local customs regarding taking concubines."

Then, that day Song was excitedly pushed down and ready to go.

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Yang Ruqing gave the chance to be alone to Luofengtang and Tuoba Xian, and returned to her natal home.

Dà'ān and Xiǎo'ān had already finished dinner and returned to their rooms. In the main hall, Yáng Huázhōng and Sūn Shì, a couple, were sitting opposite each other, eating dinner.

Upon seeing Yang Ruoqing enter, Sun shi hurriedly stood up.

"Qing'er, have you eaten yet?"

"Have you tried it yet?" Yang Ruqing said.

Mrs. Sun said, "What did you have for dinner last night? Did you cook it?"

Yang Ruqing nodded: "Dinner is noodles cooked in broth, fried eggs, and osmanthus glutinous rice balls."

Sun, hearing this, pointed to the dish of spicy dried chili peppers and cured pork on the table behind her: "There's some spicy dried chili pepper and cured pork here. Would you like some more?"

Yang Ruqing shook her head. "I can't eat anymore, I'll come over and sit for a while and chat with my parents."

Then he sat down by the table and poured himself a cup of tea.

“Mother, please sit down and continue eating.” she said.

Sun Shi sat down again.

"Have your in-laws set a date to return to Daliao?" asked Mrs. Sun.

Yang Ruqing said, "The specific date hasn't been set, but it will be within the next two days. I've already started packing today."

Sun nodded: "There are still some farm and sideline products at home. I'll tidy them up tonight and send them to your mother-in-law tomorrow."

Yang Ruqing hummed in response.

His gaze fell on Yang Huazhong: "Father, did you go to the old house today and tell your third uncle about those four taels of silver?"

"When asked about this, Yang Huazhong raised his head and said: 'I went, this morning. I and your fourth uncle and fifth uncle went to your grandfather and told him about it.'"

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"Then what did my grandfather say?" Yang Ruqing asked.

Yang Huazhong said: "Your grandfather initially disagreed with giving half the silver to your aunt."

>“In his own words, your grandma is naive. Your second uncle and the others just take whatever food and drink they're given, they don't need to spend money.”