Forced Couple Husband x Husband: C05
C05: Members of the Family
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Li Chunjiao was the daughter of the former deputy county magistrate of Qinglan County. She was well-read and truly literate. She was unlike the other ladies of the time, who spoke softly and never let their true intentions be known. She was bright and frank by nature and was blessed with the gift of gab, two skills that were natural ingredients for doing business.
Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.
Li Chunjiao was the daughter of the former deputy county magistrate of Qinglan County. She was well-read and truly literate. She was unlike the other ladies of the time, who spoke softly and never let their true intentions be known. She was bright and frank by nature and was blessed with the gift of gab, two skills that were natural ingredients for doing business.
When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.
At the dinner table, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang sat in the highest seats. In relation to them, the younger generation was to be seated downward by rank, starting with the eldest, Cang Xingrong, and ending with the youngest, Cang Xingye. But on account of his poor health since childhood, Cang Xingye received special treatment from all of them. So, instead of the last seat at the end, he was always seated in the spot right next to Madam Cang.
When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.
Notes: The reason for the emphasis on Li Chunjiao being well-read and “truly” literate is due to education being limited, and even if there were some families who allowed their daughters to be "educated,” it was more restricted to a handful of books about duties. That’s why women being allowed to read or taught to read books outside of these get noted in history.“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
Notes: The reason for the emphasis on Li Chunjiao being well-read and “truly” literate is due to education being limited, and even if there were some families who allowed their daughters to be "educated,” it was more restricted to a handful of books about duties. That’s why women being allowed to read or taught to read books outside of these get noted in history. And I’m referring to noble-class women here. There's a reason it gets mentioned in Wu Zetian’s biography. Anyhow, things weren’t so bad in the Tang Dynasty, but they went downhill after the Song Dynasty due to rising neo-Confucianism. Plus, education was very expensive back then and mostly inaccessible for most men, too.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing.“Let’s eat.” The head of the family, Cang Fucheng, picked up his chopsticks and announced the start of their meal.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing. She was totally devoted to her younger brother, too. But she had gotten married in the fourth year since he arrived in this era, to a fifth-rank general named Duan Jinzhou. Duan Jinzhou’s father and hers were close friends, and her marriage had been arranged since childhood. Thus, at the age of sixteen, she was married off to the Duan household. It has been three years since Cang Xingye last saw her, and he missed that sister of his.
When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
When he looked straight forward, Cang Xingye’s gaze would fall on his sister-in-law, Li Chunjiao.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
At the dinner table, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang sat in the highest seats. In relation to them, the younger generation was to be seated downward by rank, starting with the eldest, Cang Xingrong, and ending with the youngest, Cang Xingye.Notes: The reason for the emphasis on Li Chunjiao being well-read and “truly” literate is due to education being limited, and even if there were some families who allowed their daughters to be "educated,” it was more restricted to a handful of books about duties. That’s why women being allowed to read or taught to read books outside of these get noted in history. And I’m referring to noble-class women here. There's a reason it gets mentioned in Wu Zetian’s biography. Anyhow, things weren’t so bad in the Tang Dynasty, but they went downhill after the Song Dynasty due to rising neo-Confucianism. Plus, education was very expensive back then and mostly inaccessible for most men, too.
At the dinner table, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang sat in the highest seats. In relation to them, the younger generation was to be seated downward by rank, starting with the eldest, Cang Xingrong, and ending with the youngest, Cang Xingye. But on account of his poor health since childhood, Cang Xingye received special treatment from all of them. So, instead of the last seat at the end, he was always seated in the spot right next to Madam Cang.
“Xiao Ye, eat some of this, dear.” Madam Cang looked at her son lovingly while placing a few pieces of yam on the small plate beside him.
Li Chunjiao was the daughter of the former deputy county magistrate of Qinglan County. She was well-read and truly literate. She was unlike the other ladies of the time, who spoke softly and never let their true intentions be known. She was bright and frank by nature and was blessed with the gift of gab, two skills that were natural ingredients for doing business.
“Xiao Ye, eat some of this, dear.” Madam Cang looked at her son lovingly while placing a few pieces of yam on the small plate beside him.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing.
When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing. She was totally devoted to her younger brother, too. But she had gotten married in the fourth year since he arrived in this era, to a fifth-rank general named Duan Jinzhou. Duan Jinzhou’s father and hers were close friends, and her marriage had been arranged since childhood. Thus, at the age of sixteen, she was married off to the Duan household. It has been three years since Cang Xingye last saw her, and he missed that sister of his.
Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.To the immediate right of Cang Xingye was his second older brother, Cang Xingyan. Compared to Cang Xingrong, his second brother was a gentle and humble gentleman who was tall and handsome to boot. He was in stark contrast to that eldest brother of theirs with his large and burly appearance. But not only was Cang Xingyan the scholar of the family, but he was also a Jie Yuan, the title given to one who scored the highest in the provincial examinations. So when autumn arrived later that year, he planned to head to the capital to partake in the higher-level Jinshi metropolitan examinations happening the following year. These were the exams that gave one the title of an Imperial Scholar.
Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.
They’re really ahead of their time. Cang Xingye marvelled at his parents’ intentions.With this outstanding performance of their second son, the Cang family placed a great deal of importance on the expected financial support as well. So over the past couple of years, they relied on Cang Xingye to bulk up the family coffers again, allowing them to have shops in the capital city as well as their own home. Worried that her second son would be uneasy when he left for the house in the heart of the capital that coming autumn, Madam Cang had sent some servants there ahead of time to get everything prepared. On the subject of time, the day Cang Xingyan would leave was nearing. Once everything was sorted out and the letter of such was received, the second son of the Cang family would leave.
They’re really ahead of their time. Cang Xingye marvelled at his parents’ intentions. He recalled reading about how husbands intending to take the Metropolitan Exam usually had their wives barred from accompanying them to the capital by their own families. One reason was the lack of funding, while the other was the fear that the lovey-dovey would be joined at the hips. They feared the examinee would become entranced by their wife's charms and pay no attention to his studies, reviews, and classes, resulting in a poor performance on his exams.
At the dinner table, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang sat in the highest seats. In relation to them, the younger generation was to be seated downward by rank, starting with the eldest, Cang Xingrong, and ending with the youngest, Cang Xingye.
To the immediate right of Cang Xingye was his second older brother, Cang Xingyan. Compared to Cang Xingrong, his second brother was a gentle and humble gentleman who was tall and handsome to boot. He was in stark contrast to that eldest brother of theirs with his large and burly appearance. But not only was Cang Xingyan the scholar of the family, but he was also a Jie Yuan, the title given to one who scored the highest in the provincial examinations. So when autumn arrived later that year, he planned to head to the capital to partake in the higher-level Jinshi metropolitan examinations happening the following year. These were the exams that gave one the title of an Imperial Scholar.
At the dinner table, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang sat in the highest seats. In relation to them, the younger generation was to be seated downward by rank, starting with the eldest, Cang Xingrong, and ending with the youngest, Cang Xingye. But on account of his poor health since childhood, Cang Xingye received special treatment from all of them. So, instead of the last seat at the end, he was always seated in the spot right next to Madam Cang.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing.“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing. She was totally devoted to her younger brother, too. But she had gotten married in the fourth year since he arrived in this era, to a fifth-rank general named Duan Jinzhou. Duan Jinzhou’s father and hers were close friends, and her marriage had been arranged since childhood. Thus, at the age of sixteen, she was married off to the Duan household. It has been three years since Cang Xingye last saw her, and he missed that sister of his.
To the immediate right of Cang Xingye was his second older brother, Cang Xingyan. Compared to Cang Xingrong, his second brother was a gentle and humble gentleman who was tall and handsome to boot.
With this outstanding performance of their second son, the Cang family placed a great deal of importance on the expected financial support as well. So over the past couple of years, they relied on Cang Xingye to bulk up the family coffers again, allowing them to have shops in the capital city as well as their own home. Worried that her second son would be uneasy when he left for the house in the heart of the capital that coming autumn, Madam Cang had sent some servants there ahead of time to get everything prepared. On the subject of time, the day Cang Xingyan would leave was nearing. Once everything was sorted out and the letter of such was received, the second son of the Cang family would leave.
To the immediate right of Cang Xingye was his second older brother, Cang Xingyan. Compared to Cang Xingrong, his second brother was a gentle and humble gentleman who was tall and handsome to boot. He was in stark contrast to that eldest brother of theirs with his large and burly appearance. But not only was Cang Xingyan the scholar of the family, but he was also a Jie Yuan, the title given to one who scored the highest in the provincial examinations. So when autumn arrived later that year, he planned to head to the capital to partake in the higher-level Jinshi metropolitan examinations happening the following year. These were the exams that gave one the title of an Imperial Scholar.
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Married to this second son was a woman named Du Shishi. Daughter of a private tutor in the county. At fifteen, she was already a slim and graceful beauty, and four years ago, she and Cang Xingyan had fallen in love at first sight. They were wed in half a month after this meeting. Displaying her knowledge and sense of propriety after marriage, Du Shishi and Cang Xingyan’s conjugal love was reflected in their marital bliss. When Cang Xingyan went off to the capital for his exams, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang intended to send Du Shishi along with him, too. The happy little couple would be together since they believed it was not advisable for them to stay apart for so long.
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Notes: The reason for the emphasis on Li Chunjiao being well-read and “truly” literate is due to education being limited, and even if there were some families who allowed their daughters to be "educated,” it was more restricted to a handful of books about duties. That’s why women being allowed to read or taught to read books outside of these get noted in history.They’re really ahead of their time. Cang Xingye marvelled at his parents’ intentions. He recalled reading about how husbands intending to take the Metropolitan Exam usually had their wives barred from accompanying them to the capital by their own families. One reason was the lack of funding, while the other was the fear that the lovey-dovey would be joined at the hips. They feared the examinee would become entranced by their wife's charms and pay no attention to his studies, reviews, and classes, resulting in a poor performance on his exams.
Notes: The reason for the emphasis on Li Chunjiao being well-read and “truly” literate is due to education being limited, and even if there were some families who allowed their daughters to be "educated,” it was more restricted to a handful of books about duties. That’s why women being allowed to read or taught to read books outside of these get noted in history. And I’m referring to noble-class women here. There's a reason it gets mentioned in Wu Zetian’s biography. Anyhow, things weren’t so bad in the Tang Dynasty, but they went downhill after the Song Dynasty due to rising neo-Confucianism. Plus, education was very expensive back then and mostly inaccessible for most men, too.
Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.
They’re really ahead of their time. Cang Xingye marvelled at his parents’ intentions. He recalled reading about how husbands intending to take the Metropolitan Exam usually had their wives barred from accompanying them to the capital by their own families. One reason was the lack of funding, while the other was the fear that the lovey-dovey would be joined at the hips. They feared the examinee would become entranced by their wife's charms and pay no attention to his studies, reviews, and classes, resulting in a poor performance on his exams.
Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.
When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.Li Chunjiao was the daughter of the former deputy county magistrate of Qinglan County. She was well-read and truly literate. She was unlike the other ladies of the time, who spoke softly and never let their true intentions be known. She was bright and frank by nature and was blessed with the gift of gab, two skills that were natural ingredients for doing business.
When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.
“Let’s eat.” The head of the family, Cang Fucheng, picked up his chopsticks and announced the start of their meal.N/A
“Let’s eat.” The head of the family, Cang Fucheng, picked up his chopsticks and announced the start of their meal.
They’re really ahead of their time. Cang Xingye marvelled at his parents’ intentions.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing. She was totally devoted to her younger brother, too. But she had gotten married in the fourth year since he arrived in this era, to a fifth-rank general named Duan Jinzhou. Duan Jinzhou’s father and hers were close friends, and her marriage had been arranged since childhood. Thus, at the age of sixteen, she was married off to the Duan household. It has been three years since Cang Xingye last saw her, and he missed that sister of his.
They’re really ahead of their time. Cang Xingye marvelled at his parents’ intentions. He recalled reading about how husbands intending to take the Metropolitan Exam usually had their wives barred from accompanying them to the capital by their own families. One reason was the lack of funding, while the other was the fear that the lovey-dovey would be joined at the hips. They feared the examinee would become entranced by their wife's charms and pay no attention to his studies, reviews, and classes, resulting in a poor performance on his exams.
“Alright, dear.” With gratitude brimming on her face, Madam Cang replied.
“Let’s eat.” The head of the family, Cang Fucheng, picked up his chopsticks and announced the start of their meal.
“Alright, dear.” With gratitude brimming on her face, Madam Cang replied.
“Alright, dear.” With gratitude brimming on her face, Madam Cang replied.“Alright, dear.” With gratitude brimming on her face, Madam Cang replied.
“Alright, dear.” With gratitude brimming on her face, Madam Cang replied.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing.“Alright, dear.” With gratitude brimming on her face, Madam Cang replied.
The next member of the Cang family was Cang Xingye’s third sister, Cang Ling’er. She was a young lady with big eyes and a small, round face who was quite fond of laughing. She was totally devoted to her younger brother, too. But she had gotten married in the fourth year since he arrived in this era, to a fifth-rank general named Duan Jinzhou. Duan Jinzhou’s father and hers were close friends, and her marriage had been arranged since childhood. Thus, at the age of sixteen, she was married off to the Duan household. It has been three years since Cang Xingye last saw her, and he missed that sister of his.
“Let’s eat.” The head of the family, Cang Fucheng, picked up his chopsticks and announced the start of their meal.
“Xiao Ye, eat some of this, dear.” Madam Cang looked at her son lovingly while placing a few pieces of yam on the small plate beside him.
“Let’s eat.” The head of the family, Cang Fucheng, picked up his chopsticks and announced the start of their meal.
Notes: The reason for the emphasis on Li Chunjiao being well-read and “truly” literate is due to education being limited, and even if there were some families who allowed their daughters to be "educated,” it was more restricted to a handful of books about duties. That’s why women being allowed to read or taught to read books outside of these get noted in history.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
Notes: The reason for the emphasis on Li Chunjiao being well-read and “truly” literate is due to education being limited, and even if there were some families who allowed their daughters to be "educated,” it was more restricted to a handful of books about duties. That’s why women being allowed to read or taught to read books outside of these get noted in history. And I’m referring to noble-class women here. There's a reason it gets mentioned in Wu Zetian’s biography. Anyhow, things weren’t so bad in the Tang Dynasty, but they went downhill after the Song Dynasty due to rising neo-Confucianism. Plus, education was very expensive back then and mostly inaccessible for most men, too.
Married to this second son was a woman named Du Shishi. Daughter of a private tutor in the county.Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.
Married to this second son was a woman named Du Shishi. Daughter of a private tutor in the county. At fifteen, she was already a slim and graceful beauty, and four years ago, she and Cang Xingyan had fallen in love at first sight. They were wed in half a month after this meeting. Displaying her knowledge and sense of propriety after marriage, Du Shishi and Cang Xingyan’s conjugal love was reflected in their marital bliss. When Cang Xingyan went off to the capital for his exams, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang intended to send Du Shishi along with him, too. The happy little couple would be together since they believed it was not advisable for them to stay apart for so long.
Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.They’re really ahead of their time. Cang Xingye marvelled at his parents’ intentions. He recalled reading about how husbands intending to take the Metropolitan Exam usually had their wives barred from accompanying them to the capital by their own families. One reason was the lack of funding, while the other was the fear that the lovey-dovey would be joined at the hips. They feared the examinee would become entranced by their wife's charms and pay no attention to his studies, reviews, and classes, resulting in a poor performance on his exams.
Dinner at the Cang household was one of the most crowded times at that house.
Married to this second son was a woman named Du Shishi. Daughter of a private tutor in the county.“Alright, dear.” With gratitude brimming on her face, Madam Cang replied.
Married to this second son was a woman named Du Shishi. Daughter of a private tutor in the county. At fifteen, she was already a slim and graceful beauty, and four years ago, she and Cang Xingyan had fallen in love at first sight. They were wed in half a month after this meeting. Displaying her knowledge and sense of propriety after marriage, Du Shishi and Cang Xingyan’s conjugal love was reflected in their marital bliss. When Cang Xingyan went off to the capital for his exams, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang intended to send Du Shishi along with him, too. The happy little couple would be together since they believed it was not advisable for them to stay apart for so long.
Married to this second son was a woman named Du Shishi. Daughter of a private tutor in the county.
“Alright, dear.” With gratitude brimming on her face, Madam Cang replied.
Married to this second son was a woman named Du Shishi. Daughter of a private tutor in the county. At fifteen, she was already a slim and graceful beauty, and four years ago, she and Cang Xingyan had fallen in love at first sight. They were wed in half a month after this meeting. Displaying her knowledge and sense of propriety after marriage, Du Shishi and Cang Xingyan’s conjugal love was reflected in their marital bliss. When Cang Xingyan went off to the capital for his exams, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang intended to send Du Shishi along with him, too. The happy little couple would be together since they believed it was not advisable for them to stay apart for so long.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.When Cang Xingye was reborn, Li Chunjiao was already engaged to his brother, and in the past few years, he has made full use of all he could in the development of this sister-in-law’s immense potential. In the north and south, the shops she managed were thriving, serving as proof of her skills in business.
“You should eat first, Mother.” Cang Xingye scooped up a meatball and gave it to his mother in return.
At the dinner table, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang sat in the highest seats. In relation to them, the younger generation was to be seated downward by rank, starting with the eldest, Cang Xingrong, and ending with the youngest, Cang Xingye.“Xiao Ye, eat some of this, dear.” Madam Cang looked at her son lovingly while placing a few pieces of yam on the small plate beside him.
At the dinner table, Cang Fucheng and Madam Cang sat in the highest seats. In relation to them, the younger generation was to be seated downward by rank, starting with the eldest, Cang Xingrong, and ending with the youngest, Cang Xingye. But on account of his poor health since childhood, Cang Xingye received special treatment from all of them. So, instead of the last seat at the end, he was always seated in the spot right next to Madam Cang.
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