When Saigon turned eight, his parents sought a wife for him. After choosing a maiden, a messenger misunderstood nods of approval during a meal as acceptance of marriage. Believing all was well, Saigon's parents joyfully prepared for the wedding and arrived at the maiden's home with lavish gifts. The maiden's family, caught off guard, was surprised by the proposal. The misunderstanding was eventually cleared up, leading to laughter and mutual understanding between the families, despite the unexpected turn of events.

The Mistaken Gift

Saigon sitting at a dinner table with a joyful expression, surrounded by friends and family in a cozy dining room.

Saigon was excited to celebrate his eighth birthday. His parents had planned a special dinner with their friends and family. During the meal, they met a kind girl named The Maiden. Everyone nodded and smiled, enjoying the conversation. Little did they know, the Messenger misunderstood these nods as something more.

The Birthday Celebration

The Messenger running through a village with a look of urgency, holding a scroll in his hand.

The Messenger thought Saigon’s parents had agreed to a marriage proposal for Saigon and The Maiden. He quickly spread the news to both families. Saigon’s parents were delighted and began preparing for a grand wedding. They gathered beautiful gifts and decorations. The Maiden’s family, however, was completely unaware of this plan.

The Misunderstanding

Saigon dressed in fine clothes, holding a beautifully wrapped gift, standing in front of The Maiden's home.

On a sunny morning, Saigon’s family arrived at The Maiden’s home with lavish gifts. They were dressed in their finest clothes, ready for the wedding. The Maiden’s family was puzzled by the unexpected visit. They welcomed Saigon’s family but were confused by the gifts and decorations. It was clear that there had been a misunderstanding.

The Surprise Visit

Saigon and The Maiden laughing together under a tree, with both families in the background celebrating.

After some discussion, both families realized the mistake. They laughed and shared stories about the mix-up. Although there was no wedding, they decided to have a joyful celebration together. Saigon and The Maiden became good friends, and everyone enjoyed the day. The families learned the importance of clear communication and cherished the new bond they had formed.