Grandma Zhang was still thinking about the betrothal gifts and dowry. Zhang Dayun's father felt those matters were easy to discuss; the key issue for the future was to find a matchmaker to formally propose.
Aunty Zhang from the village often acted as a matchmaker, and she quickly agreed to help Zhang Dayun's family. The next day, she arrived at the courtyard bright and early, immediately offering congratulatory greetings, "...a great joy is upon your doorstep!"
Lady Fang was cooking when she saw Aunty Zhang. Guessing she was there to speak on behalf of Zhang Dayun's family, she greeted her, "Aunty Zhang!"
A glimmer of doubt flashed through Aunty Zhang's heart as she wasn't asked any questions. Zhang Dayun had always been close with Pei Daya, so by all accounts, the news should be known already. What was with Lady Fang's attitude!?
