Jiang Yi could easily see the scheming in his eyes, so he turned to the Hua family and said, "Grandpa, you all go in and eat first. I'll take care of him right away."

The Hua family didn't know who the guests were at first; they only came out to help manage the situation after hearing about the argument. Now that Jiang Yi was family, they couldn't let him suffer a loss.

"Then we'll have some tea inside and wait for you." Hua Guangzong was a shrewd old man, and he could easily see through Xie Dacheng's calculations.

Besides, those beady eyes of his had been staring at his little darling, so he took two more steps forward and stood next to Jiang Yi. "If it's unimportant, there's no need to waste time. The food will get cold soon."

Xie Dacheng, "...I'm not insignificant, I'm his brother-in-law..."

Jiang Yi didn't waste any words with him and kicked the man to the ground. "Don't go around claiming relatives here. If you're not going to say why you're here, then get lost."

Hua Guangzong had already thoroughly investigated Jiang Yi, and knew even more about his only uncle, the Yang family. Naturally, he had no reason to sympathize with Xie Dacheng, so he simply turned around and led his family back to the courtyard to wait.

As for the two tall and strong grandsons, Hua Guangzong simply had them stand guard by the door, and if the other party dared to fight back, he would have them help out.

"I didn't expect the Yang family's nephew to be so rude," Xie Dacheng struggled to his feet, dusting himself off. "We're relatives, after all. Is it really necessary to make such a scene?"

Hearing him keep mentioning relatives, Jiang Yi was truly amazed by the man's shamelessness. "Please leave as soon as possible. I have no connection with you."

After saying that, Xie Dacheng turned to go inside, but then gritted his teeth and said, "Didn't Xie Xin tell you to send my brother to the countryside?"

Jiang Yi had no intention of helping to cover it up; it would be best to let the Xie family fight amongst themselves. "There is such a thing, but what he said is also in accordance with the regulations."

Someone in your family should definitely go to the countryside, and it's not appropriate for your younger brother to stay in the city any longer since he hasn't had a job.

However, you're wrong about one thing. He didn't mean for your younger brother to go to the countryside; he meant that one of you brothers should go.

"I'm married and have a job..." Xie Dacheng was about to say that it couldn't be him, but he stopped himself in his tracks.

It was impossible before, but it's not necessarily possible now.

He is now divorced, and his parents have always favored his younger brother. If Xiao Cheng really makes a scene, he will have to give up his job and go to the countryside.

More importantly, Xie Xiaocheng's legs are injured, so there's no need for him to choose.

Just as he realized this, the Jiang family's gate slammed shut right in front of him.

He sat down in a corner, looking dejected, and started stuffing the pastries into his mouth. Since these things would end up in Xie Xiaocheng's mouth anyway, why should he take them back?

For some reason, their family has been incredibly unlucky lately, with one misfortune after another.

The master wouldn't be setting up his fortune-telling stall for a few more days, but he couldn't wait any longer. He thought he should go to the other end of the county to ask a fortune teller.

And why did my eldest cousin suddenly turn against our family? We used to get along very well, with my uncle mediating and always helping us.

Yes, ever since the last car accident, my older cousin has stopped helping his family and even made it clear that he doesn't get along with them.

Because of him, the neighbors now have a lot of complaints about their family. They used to help deliver food, but now they dare to block the door and curse at their family.

In the past, my older cousin could get their family to use their influence, so how could these people dare to mess with them?

With relatives and neighbors offering no help, the Xie family's life became even more difficult...

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Hua Xiangyun explained to the Hua family members at the table, "We came here to go to the countryside."

Hua Guangzong said, "Be honest and upright, serve the public, and be incorruptible for the people. If you encounter such a person again, do not pay any attention to him."

Don't use the guise of family ties to ruin your reputation later.

He glanced at his family members at the table and said, "This isn't just directed at anyone else; it applies to our family as well."

Jiang Yi's position is also difficult. We are family, so we can't hold him back.

"If anyone comes to you for help in the future, remember to refuse them all. If they dare to cause trouble for me, they'll be in for a beating."

Hua Xiangyun said, "Grandpa, I dare not say anything else, but our family does not have anyone like that."

Besides, Jiang Yi is a very meticulous person and wouldn't make exceptions for anyone.

When Hua Xiangyun saw Jiang Yi come in, she said, "If you don't believe me, ask him."

Jiang Yi: "...Xiangyun is right. I'm sorry, something came up and I was delayed. The food is getting cold. Shall I go and heat it up?"

"No," Tian Guihua quickly stopped him, "The weather has warmed up, there's no need for that, and the dishes are already warm."

Hua Zhian then joked, "What did my sister just say? You just said it was all true?"

He would bet the large bowl of chicken soup in front of him that Jiang Yi hadn't heard a thing.

Jiang Yi: "Do you think Xiangyun said something wrong?"

Upon hearing this question, Hua Zhian felt he was doomed. All eyes in the house were on him, and there were even a few warning glances.

Hua Zhian was almost in tears. "No, my sister is right. Whatever she says is right."

Hua Xiangyun teased, "Second Brother, if you were more sincere, I would believe you..."

Hua Zhian, “…”

The Hua family was particularly pleased with this meal, especially after learning that Jiang Yi had prepared all the dishes by himself, and they savored it with even greater care.

They never expected that Jiang Yi would have such culinary skills. Some of his dishes even received high praise from Hua Baoguo. He had traveled to many places and tasted the skills of many chefs, but none of them could compare to Jiang Yi's.

Hua Xiangyun had received special treatment several times, but none of it could compare to what he had experienced today. I wonder what he went through during his years of studying abroad.

After the banquet ended, Hua Xiangyun and Jiang Yi went for a walk along the riverbank before she finally asked the question.

"Back then, I was all alone abroad, and I couldn't stand those Western meals every day for more than a few days."

Later, I started figuring it out on my own, and somehow managed to get it to taste.

Jiang Yi spoke of it casually, but Hua Xiangyun knew the hardships involved.

Muyun Taoist Temple also employs chefs to prepare three meals a day, and some of its vegetarian dishes are even quite famous.

Jiang Yi and she had never fought each other since they were children; they were forced into it.

“Silly girl,” Jiang Yi stroked Hua Xiangyun’s head, “It’s not as bad as you think. Although you’re not used to Western food, at least it can fill your stomach.”

Later, I learned these cooking skills simply to satisfy my own appetite.

I just came across it and found it quite interesting, so I learned a few dishes from a local Chinese chef, and now they've come in handy."

Hua Xiangyun knew that Jiang Yi didn't need sympathy at this moment, so she went along with his words and said, "Seeing how easily you can make such delicious food, I've become interested. I wonder if you could teach me a few tricks?"