Chapter 289 Backing You Up

Human will can become weak due to changes in environment and life.

After Xie Qingran was reborn, she carefully planned and changed her original fate. In this peaceful situation, it seems that her hatred has lessened a lot.

But after today, Xie Qingran's heart became firm again, because she knew that no matter how hard she tried, Xie Hanyue was the most important person in these people's hearts.

However, Xie Hanyue's only wish was for her to die!

If things continue like this, the events of my previous life will repeat themselves sooner or later.

Xie Qingran stood up and strode outside. The moment she opened the door, she and Xie Zhaoye looked at each other.

Xie Zhaoye's eyes showed apology, urgency, and a hint of unspeakable grievance.

"Qingran, I need a chance to explain this matter."

"It happened suddenly, it was instinctive, I didn't do it on purpose, I..."

Xie Zhaoye opened his mouth to explain, but after speaking halfway through, he noticed that Xie Qingran's expression seemed even more gloomy, and then he realized that it would have been better not to say anything at all.

He felt a moment of embarrassment, then said in a low voice, "That's not what I meant. I meant, don't you know how to swim?"

"I'm going back now."

Xie Qingran completely ignored what Xie Zhaoye was saying, simply uttered those words to herself, and strode away.

Watching Xie Qingran's retreating figure, Xie Zhaoye was somewhat annoyed: "Xie Qingran, this whole thing was just you being unreasonable. I've already explained it to you, so what more do you want? How long are you going to keep this up?"

"There was no commotion."

"It's not worth making a fuss about."

Xie Qingran didn't turn around, but coldly uttered those words and strode away without lingering for a moment.

Seeing Xie Qingran's resolute demeanor, Xie Zhaoye felt as if something very important was drifting further and further away from him.

He took a deep breath, staring at Xie Qingran's back, and silently clenched his fists.

Just this once, just this once. Next time, he will definitely choose Xie Qingran without hesitation!

The Duke of Zhenguo's Mansion.

As soon as Xie Qingran entered the room, Xiao Yanran and Xiao Yu immediately came up to her: "Sister-in-law, look, look at our handwriting, isn't it much better than before? This Mr. Bai is really amazing, the methods he taught us are really useful."

Seeing the two little ones eagerly showing her the words in their hands, Xie Qingran's previously empty heart was instantly filled.

She chuckled softly and took the two children's hands as they walked towards her yard.

After entering, Xie Qingran first served them some delicious snacks before sitting down and carefully observing their calligraphy practice results.

Actually, Xie Qingran didn't have much hope for her two children's handwriting at first.

But I was still a bit stunned after seeing what they wrote. I never expected that they would make such great progress in just three to five days.

It seems that this Mr. Bai is indeed very capable and has a lot of skills.

He really is a male fox spirit; he's got a lot of tricks up his sleeve.

Seeing Xie Qingran's satisfied expression, Xiao Yanran immediately came over and said, "Sister-in-law, I heard that there will be a polo match at the Marquis of Zhongyong's residence next month. Can we go and play together?"

"Why are you always thinking about the Marquis of Zhongyong's mansion? Do you still have feelings for that young prince?" Xiao Yu walked over and looked at Xiao Yanran with displeasure.

Xiao Yanran rolled her eyes in exasperation upon hearing this, and then said, "I'm not interested in him. I just want to go to the polo club. Brother, your thinking is really dangerous."

"They did send us an invitation, so you can come along if you'd like." Xie Qingran didn't really like these kinds of occasions.

Besides, Xiao Jue isn't here now, so she thinks it's better to go out less.

However, the two children are currently at a time when they can't stay still, so Xie Qingran has to make the trip even if it's just for their sake.

"That's great, that's really great!"

"I used to always lose to them when we played polo, but now that I've practiced for so long, it's time to redeem myself!"

Xiao Yanran excitedly hugged Xie Qingran and gave her a big kiss on the cheek.

Seeing her so happy, Xie Qingran also became happy, then looked at Xiao Yu who was pouting and asked, "What's wrong? Are you unhappy? Don't you want to go?"

“I don’t want to go; they all laugh at us.”

"Without parents, and with no love from our brothers, we always felt inferior to others wherever we went."

Xiao Yu rested his chin on his hand, clearly feeling somewhat depressed.

In fact, Xie Qingran had heard a lot of the rumors in the capital. These words would make even adults feel sad, let alone children.

Seeing Xiao Yu's depressed and furrowed brows, she felt a pang of sympathy. She walked over and gently patted his head: "You are the rightful third young master of our Duke Zhenguo's mansion. How can you be inferior to others? Your father and mother sacrificed themselves for the Great Jin Dynasty, and your second brother is now fighting on the frontier. These are things to be proud of. No matter where you go, you must hold your head high."

The Xiao family can be considered a family of loyal martyrs. If people like them can't even hold their heads up when they go out, then wouldn't there be no place in the world to seek justice?

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yu's eyes lit up immediately: "Sister-in-law, are you telling the truth?"

"Of course it's true!"

“In the future, our Ayu will also become a brave and skilled general. What will those gossipy women dare to say about you then?”

Xie Qingran smiled gently, her eyes filled with unwavering determination.

She believed that both children would surely become outstanding individuals in the future.

"Sister-in-law, you are so kind." Xiao Yu smiled gratefully at Xie Qingran, "No one has ever said such things to us before. Sister-in-law, only you would say such things to us."

Seeing Xiao Yu's silly and pitiful appearance, Xie Qingran gently pinched his cheek and then said, "Alright, stop thinking about so many useless things. Listen to me, study hard, practice martial arts, and improve your skills!"

"That's right! As long as we're capable, who dares to bully us!"

"So what if we don't have parents? We have a sister-in-law, and we're no worse off than anyone else!"

After being nourished by love, Xiao Yanran lost her former timidity and even gained a carefree spirit that other young women lacked.

Every time Xie Qingran saw Xiao Yanran like this, she felt incredibly gratified.

"Yes, Yanran is right."

“Ayu, then raise your head, and you will naturally have a place in the capital.”

Xie Qingran gently tapped Xiao Yu's forehead.

She had made up her mind that she had to let everyone in the capital know that her two children had someone backing them up!