Jiang Qiao sneered, "Jiang Hong, there's no need to make veiled accusations. If we're talking about filial piety, you are the legitimate granddaughter, and you should be the most filial to your grandmother. After all, my grandmother has sacrificed a great deal for you."

Remember this: when you criticize others, take a good look at yourself. What have you actually done for your elders? How have you been filial? I will emulate you, because in your grandmother's heart, you, her own granddaughter, are far more important than me, the adopted granddaughter.

Jiang Qiao didn't want to say these words, but the Jiang family was too infuriating. Every single one of them had eaten the things she sent over.

She can't control what people say behind her back; they can say whatever they want. But if they say it to her face, then this matter should be discussed properly. Compared to their biological granddaughter, it seems that she, the adopted granddaughter, hasn't done any worse than them.

Li Meilan chimed in with a helpful comment, "Tsk tsk, Jiang Hong, you should be kind. The clothes you're wearing are still made from your grandmother's fabric, right? If I'm not mistaken, they were sent over by Jiang Qiao."

After being confronted by Li Meilian and Jiang Qiao, Jiang Hong felt guilty even if she wanted to say something.

"Alright, let's all keep quiet and get going."

Watching the three people leave, Li Meilan said something from the heart: "Jiang Qiao, don't listen to their nonsense. We've seen what you did. Even if you, a child who hasn't earned any money yet, were to give the old lady a New Year's gift, no one could say a word against it."

If we're talking about being kind, you're a kind child. There's no reason for the Jiang family to curse someone while wearing clothes given to them.

Jiang Qiao sighed, "I really can't interfere in their family affairs, but just don't tarnish my reputation in front of me. As for their character, everyone should cultivate their own virtue."

"Auntie, if there's nothing else, I'll go back to my room. Oh, by the way, if I'm busy, could you keep an eye on Grandpa Ning's house for me? The old couple went on a long trip and are worried about the family."

Li Meilan waved her hand and said, "Okay, no problem. I'll be home all the time. You can go ahead and do your work."

Jiang Qiao went back to her room, packed her things, and rode her bike out for a while. It was almost the end of the year, and she needed to mail out the things that needed to be mailed.

She had just returned when she ran into the postman, who handed her a letter. When she saw the name on it, Jiang Qiao was stunned. This was the first time her grandfather had ever written her a letter.

Hurry home and open the envelope. Upon seeing the contents, Jiang Qiao couldn't tell whether she felt relieved or melancholy. Wen Songtao was leaving with his wife after the New Year.

The old man didn't give her the specific address, saying he would write to her again once he arrived at the destination.

I don't know if the old man hasn't decided where to go yet or if he's still considering it.

Jiang Qiao wasn't surprised by Wen Songtao's departure, but she felt that the old man had left rather quickly. She wondered what the old man had said to her uncle.

But that's good too. Now that the old man is gone, she doesn't have to worry about the safety of the elderly couple anymore.

Wen Zhongxuan is a grown man who goes to get off work and leaves on time every day without any major problems, so no one should be thinking about him anymore.

With members of the Wen family gone or gone, even if someone coveted the Wen family's wealth, a quick look at Wen Zhongxuan's current assets would give them a rough idea. Besides, he has a wife who's ambitious and eager to improve herself. In Jiang Qiao's opinion, finding out about him wouldn't be a difficult task at all.

I put the old man's letter away in my online space, checked the time, and realized it was time to cook.

Since Gu Zhengkai and the others didn't say they were coming over for dinner, Jiang Qiao was too lazy to cook. She packed some things, pushed her bicycle, and went to Hou Diankui's place, intending to freeload a meal at the old man's place.

"Oh my, little girl, you're here! What a rare guest! Come in, haven't you eaten yet?"

Jiang Qiao came downstairs carrying her things and said with a smile, "Master Hou, what delicious food have you made? I came here with a belly, I'll have a meal with you."

“Little girl, you have a good tongue. I made vegetable pancakes tonight, perfect for the two of us. Chunming should be able to come over after dinner.”

"Isn't Chunming eating here today?"

Hou Diankui took the things from Jiang Qiao's hands. "His sister is coming back tonight, so she won't be eating here."

When it's just the two of us eating, we don't need to be too particular. Porridge with vegetable pancakes is just fine.

While having tea after dinner, Hou Diankui glanced at Jiang Qiao and asked, "Little girl, I heard you've run into trouble?"

Jiang Qiao gave a wry smile. "Don't even mention it. It's the same as what they did in Beijing, but they were targeting my brother, and I just happened to run into them."

Hou Diankui sighed, "There's nothing we can do about it. Once you're involved, it's hard to shake off. What are your plans? Go find someone to settle accounts with?"

Jiang Qiao snorted, "I'd like to, but I haven't found the person yet. Why don't you tell me which bastard is plotting against me?"

Hou Diankui shook his head with a smile, "You silly girl, do you think I'm a god? I can't predict this. But you can't rush this. Let them suffer a few times and they'll know how powerful they are."

"I'm afraid those people behind you are regretting it too, having run into such a nemesis. They probably won't want to deal with you anymore. You'll have to pay for every one you give them; who can afford to pay for that?"

After taking a sip of water, Hou Diankui glanced at Jiang Qiao and said, "Girl, just remember one thing: if you become strong, no matter how others scheme against you, it's all in vain. You can't neglect your martial arts. Now you know the benefits of practicing internal energy, right?"

Jiang Qiao nodded with a smile, "That's right. Speaking of which, I have to thank you, Master Hou. If it weren't for you leading me in, I still wouldn't be able to figure it out."

As they chatted, Hou Diankui brought up the idea of ​​taking Chunming on a trip.

Jiang Qiao looked at the old man in surprise, "Master Hou, isn't Brother Chunming at work? How can he take such a long leave?"

“Work can be done anytime, but missing the best time to learn is a lifelong regret. Chunming started late to begin with, and if he doesn’t hurry up, I can’t guarantee what he will learn.”

"Hey girl, have you been thinking of coming out for a walk with us?"

Jiang Qiao smiled and shook her head. "No, I'm a student, I have to go to school. Besides, I have elderly relatives at home, I really can't leave."

"The few days I took leave before, my classmates ostracized me when I came back. If I leave again, who knows what they'll say about me behind my back."

Hou Diankui glanced at Jiang Qiao and said, "You're the kind of person who cares about what others say, so why don't I believe you?"

"Little girl, it's actually good to go out and see the world. Someone like you, studying medicine, should especially broaden your horizons."

Hou Diankui wanted to take Jiang Qiao with him. With the little girl around, they would have someone to take care of them on the road, which would be great.

Unfortunately, Jiang Qiao had no such intention; she hadn't finished dealing with her own affairs yet.

"Later, when I'm older and have more time, I'll go out and travel, and then I'll take you on a trip."

Just then, Chunming rushed in, quite surprised to see Jiang Qiao there.

"What are you doing here? That's why your lights weren't on."