With heaven and earth as their matchmaker and the stars and moon as their witness, the two of them bowed to each other and were married.
Afterward, Jin Yuan passed the provincial exam to become a Scholar. He then traveled to the Capital City for the metropolitan exam, living in this courtyard while waiting for the spring session to begin.
Because their funds were running low, Ji Yue managed the household chores and did needlework to supplement their income.
Meanwhile, the man named Jin Yuan, in addition to preparing for his exam, taught at a private school and sold his calligraphy.
Although their days were very modest, not a trace of complaint could be seen in Ji Yue's eyes. Instead, there was a sense of simple happiness.
"Wife, I'm home."
About fifteen minutes later, just as Qin Siyao and Ji Yue were deep in conversation, a man's voice called out from beyond the courtyard gate.
Ji Yue quickly stood up, opened the gate, and happily welcomed her husband. "You're back, husband."
