Just then, Yingxiang hurried in, her expression showing some urgency.
"Miss, everything is packed. When would you like to leave?" Yingxiang asked impatiently as soon as she entered the room.
Jiang Huaiyu was talking to Madam Yang when he heard this. He looked up at Yingxiang and smiled, "No rush. We'll set off after lunch."
Upon hearing this, Madam Yang sighed softly and looked at Jiang Huaiyu with concern: "Huaiyu, after you left the Bai family, do you have a place to stay?"
Jiang Huaiyu's expression froze slightly. She looked at Madam Yang and smiled gently, "Don't worry, sister-in-law. I've already booked an inn in the city and plan to stay there temporarily."
Upon hearing this, Madam Yang frowned slightly. She looked at Jiang Huaiyu, hesitant to speak. After a long while, she finally said, "Huaiyu, you know that the backyard of Hanyifang is my property. If you wish, you can live there. It's safe there, and there are people to look after you."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Huaiyu's smile froze slightly. She looked at Madam Yang and gently shook her head: "Sister-in-law, the backyard has limited space, and I'm afraid the livestock and I won't have enough room. I'd better stay at the inn."
Upon hearing this, Madam Yang frowned even more deeply. She looked at Jiang Huaiyu with eyes full of worry and reluctance.
Yang bit her lip, a barely perceptible hint of sorrow flashing in her eyes. She gazed at the new house she was about to move into, feeling both envy and helplessness. Jiang Huaiyu, however, was leaving for that unfamiliar inn, and a complex mix of emotions welled up within her.
Jiang Huaiyu turned and bowed to Bai Qishi, saying, "Sister-in-law, I'm going now. Please take care of yourself and don't worry about me." Her tone was calm, but a hint of reluctance was revealed in her eyes.
Bai Qi nodded slightly, looking at Jiang Huaiyu with a complicated expression, and said, "Huaiyu, you are a good child. I didn't want you to leave. But you also know that this is a decision made by the family, and you have to obey it."
Madam Yang couldn't help but interject, "Yes, Huaiyu, although the new house is comfortable, it can't compare to this place. You and your elder brother have lived together for so many years, and we feel a sense of emptiness as you suddenly leave."
Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly and said, "Sister-in-law, I know you're feeling bad, but this is my own choice. You know about my relationship with Yujing; separating might be better for both of us."
Madam Bai sighed and said, "Huaiyu, I know you are a sensible child. But you must remember that no matter when or where, you are a member of the Bai family. Yujing, although he sometimes has a bad temper, cares about you."
Madam Yang sighed softly and said, "Huaiyu, I know you are a strong woman, but this time you will be facing this alone. You must take good care of yourself and not worry me."
A hint of gratitude flashed in Jiang Huaiyu's eyes as she said, "Sister-in-law, I will. Don't worry, I will take good care of myself. It's just that parting is always sad."
Looking at Jiang Huaiyu, a hint of reluctance flashed in her eyes. She said, "Huaiyu, I know a little about what happened between you and your elder brother. I know the pain in your heart, but you must believe that time will change everything. Yujing will also gradually understand your feelings."
Yang replied, "Yes, Huaiyu, you need to give Yujing some time. He's a smart boy, he'll eventually understand your good intentions."
Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly and said, "Sister-in-law, I know. I'm just worried that he'll become even more unruly after I leave."
Bai Qi said seriously, "Huaiyu, don't worry. I will keep an eye on him and won't let him do anything reckless. After you leave, we will keep in touch often. If you have any difficulties, you can tell us at any time."
A hint of emotion flashed in Jiang Huaiyu's eyes as she said, "Thank you, sister-in-law, thank you and mother. I will remember your words and live a good life."
Looking at Jiang Huaiyu, Yang felt a pang of sorrow. She remembered how Jiang Huaiyu had taken care of her and helped her adapt to the Bai family when she first married into it. Now, however, Jiang Huaiyu was leaving, and she felt a deep sense of loss.
Looking at Jiang Huaiyu, a resolute glint flashed in Bai Qishi's eyes. She said, "Huaiyu, you are a good child, and I believe you will live a good life. But you must remember that no matter when or where, the Bai family will always be your home. We will always support you."
A hint of gratitude flashed in Jiang Huaiyu's eyes as she said, "Thank you, Mother. I will remember that."
Bai Qi glanced at Jiang Huaiyu and said in a lecturing tone, "Huaiyu, you have been in my Bai family for many years, and I have naturally seen your talent and contributions. But your aloof personality makes you difficult to approach, which will not be good for your future."
Jiang Huaiyu frowned slightly. She raised her head and looked at Bai Qishi with a firm gaze: "Mother, I understand your concerns, but this is my nature, and it is difficult to change."
Madam Bai sighed softly, her eyes filled with concern: "I know you've had a tough time, but as a daughter-in-law of the Bai family, you should learn to be tolerant and understanding. Look around, everyone in this household treats you with great respect, yet keeps their distance."
Jiang Huaiyu remained silent for a while before saying, "Mother, it's not that I don't know, it's just that I have certain convictions in my heart that I find hard to let go of."
Bai Qi's sharp gaze swept over her: "Then let me help you put it down. Today, I will have a good talk with you."
The two sat on wooden chairs in the flower hall, the spring sunshine streaming through the window, the air filled with the fragrance of flowers. Bai Qishi slowly began to speak:
“Huaiyu, since you joined the Bai family, you have indeed brought a lot of glory to the family. Your talent makes me, as your mother-in-law, proud. But your personality worries me. Do you know that not everyone in this world is as talented as you? Most of them are ordinary people who need our understanding and tolerance.”
Jiang Huaiyu lowered his head, his fingers gently stroking the teacup: "Mother, I understand what you mean, but my temperament is indeed difficult to change."
Bai Qi took a sip of tea and said in a more serious tone, "I know you have your own convictions, but you must understand that there are no perfect people in this world. If you always consider yourself arrogant and cannot tolerate trivial matters, I'm afraid you won't have a good ending if you marry someone else in the future."
A flicker of panic crossed Jiang Huaiyu's eyes. She looked up at Bai Qishi and said, "Mother, you mean..."
Madam Bai smiled slightly and patted Jiang Huaiyu's hand: "I don't want you to change your nature, I just hope you can learn to be tolerant and understanding. Look, which servant in this mansion isn't trying to please you carefully? But have you ever thought about how they really see you?"
Jiang Huaiyu was silent for a moment, then a look of understanding flashed in her eyes: "Mother, I understand. I will try to change."
Bai Qi smiled with relief and gently patted Jiang Huaiyu's hand: "Good, now that you understand, I'm relieved. However, changing one's personality is not something that can be done overnight, so you need to be patient."
At this point, Bai Qi arrogantly took off a worn bracelet from her wrist and handed it to Jiang Huaiyu, a faint sneer on her lips.
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