“Jiang Yunshuang, this is a family heirloom of the Bai family. Although it is somewhat worn, it represents our goodwill. Today we must part ways, so please accept this bracelet as my farewell gift to you.”
Jiang Huaiyu was slightly taken aback. She looked at the bracelet, her heart filled with mixed emotions. She knew that Bai Qi's actions were merely an attempt to flaunt the Bai family's wealth in front of her, and also a way to humiliate her. However, she couldn't lose her composure in this situation.
"Thank you for your kindness, Madam Bai, but I am truly unworthy of it." Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly, but her words were firm.
Yingxiang, standing to the side, looked at Jiang Huaiyu with worry in her eyes. She secretly winked at Jiang Huaiyu, signaling her to accept the bracelet. Jiang Huaiyu, however, simply shook her head slightly, indicating her refusal.
"Yingxiang, please accept it," Jiang Huaiyu said softly.
Yingxiang hesitated for a moment, but finally accepted the bracelet. Her fingers gently touched the cold bracelet, and she couldn't help but sigh at how stingy the Bai family was.
"Madam, this bracelet is of ordinary quality. Why are you being so stingy?" Yingxiang couldn't help but complain.
Bai Qi's face immediately turned ugly. She glanced coldly at Yingxiang and said, "Who are you to dare lecture me here?"
Yingxiang blushed and was about to retort when Jiang Huaiyu stopped her.
"Yingxiang, you mustn't be rude," Jiang Huaiyu gently scolded.
Yingxiang pursed her lips and remained silent. However, her eyes clearly revealed her dissatisfaction.
Bai Qi looked at Jiang Huaiyu, a hint of dissatisfaction flashing in her eyes: "Jiang Yunshuang, since you don't appreciate it, then give this bracelet back to me."
Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly and said calmly, "Madam Bai, I have accepted this bracelet. As for its value, I know it in my heart."
Bai Qi's face stiffened. She hadn't expected Jiang Huaiyu to be so clever. She couldn't help but sneer, "Jiang Yunshuang, do you think you can overpower me like this?"
Jiang Huaiyu smiled calmly: "Madam Bai, I never intended to outdo you. I just feel that although this bracelet is not valuable, it represents the Bai family's goodwill towards me. Accepting it is a sign of respect for the Bai family."
Hearing Jiang Huaiyu's words, Bai Qishi was somewhat moved. However, she still suppressed her emotions and put on a stern face: "Jiang Yunshuang, do you think this will make me look at you differently?"
Jiang Huaiyu gently shook her head: "Madam Bai, I never intended to impress you. I just wanted you to know that I, Jiang Huaiyu, am not someone who can be easily defeated."
Bai Qishi gave Jiang Huaiyu a deep look, a complex emotion flashing in her eyes. She suddenly realized that perhaps she had gone too far in her previous actions.
"Alright, Jiang Yunshuang, this bracelet is for you. I hope you can face everything bravely in the future."
Jiang Huaiyu smiled slightly and curtsied to Madam Bai: "Thank you, Madam Bai."
Madam Yang reached out to help Madam Bai up, and said in a gentle tone, "Mother, the bedroom cabinets in the new house have been selected. Why don't you go and see if you are satisfied? If there is anything unsuitable, we can replace it in time."
Bai Qi frowned, a hint of displeasure flashing in her eyes, but she still nodded in the end: "Alright, let's go take a look."
The group arrived at the new house. In the bedroom, there were rows of brand-new cabinets. Yang pointed to one of them and smiled, "This cabinet was specially chosen for you. It has an antique style and is made of sturdy material. It is perfect for storing clothes."
Bai Qi glanced at it, a satisfied smile appearing on her face: "Hmm, this cabinet is indeed quite nice. However, I heard that Jiang Huaiyu also likes this style. You didn't choose it for him, did you?"
Madam Yang was taken aback for a moment, then smiled and said, "Mother, you misunderstand. I chose this cabinet based on my own preferences, and Huaiyu didn't know that. Besides, I think this kind of cabinet suits you very well, so I specially recommended it to you."
Bai Qi gave a soft hum and fell silent. At this moment, Jiang Huaiyu walked in and greeted Bai Qi with a smile: "Mother, you've arrived. I was just about to come and ask you to take a look at the new house, but I didn't expect you to be here already."
Bai Qishi gave Jiang Huaiyu a cold look but didn't say anything. Jiang Huaiyu felt a little awkward and turned to Yang Shi: "Sister-in-law, what do you think of this bedroom?"
Madam Yang smiled slightly: "Very good, I like it very much. Mother, what do you think?"
Bai Qi glanced at Jiang Huaiyu and said in a cold tone, "It's alright, anyway, it was all your decision."
A hint of embarrassment flashed across Jiang Huaiyu's face. Just as she was about to say something, Yang interrupted her: "Mother, do you like this cabinet?"
Madam Bai Qi nodded: "It is indeed very nice. However, Jiang Huaiyu, I heard that you like this style. Are you also planning to put one in your bedroom?"
Jiang Huaiyu was taken aback, not expecting Bai Qishi to suddenly bring this up. He smiled awkwardly and said, "Yes, I also think this kind of cabinet is very good, and I was planning to put one in the bedroom."
Bai Qi sneered, "Fine then, since you all like them, let's put two on the table. That way you won't complain about me being unfair later."
Madam Yang smiled and winked at Jiang Huaiyu. Jiang Huaiyu understood and immediately changed the subject: "Mother, the garden in the new house is almost finished. Would you like to go take a look?"
Bai Qi hesitated for a moment, but finally nodded: "Alright, let's go take a look."
The group arrived at the garden, where Jiang Huaiyu explained its design and layout in detail. Although Bai Qishi's expression was indifferent, a hint of appreciation was revealed in her eyes.
At this moment, Madam Yang walked to Madam Bai's side and said softly, "Mother, Huaiyu is actually a very thoughtful person. She knows you like flowers and plants, so she specially arranged this garden. You see, she personally selected all these flowers and plants."
Bai Qi glanced at Yang, a hint of emotion flashing in her eyes, but she quickly regained her composure: "Hmph, if she really cared about me, she wouldn't let me live in such a remote place."
Madam Yang sighed, "Mother, as you know, this is our family rule, and Jiang Huaiyu can't do anything about it. However, he has been trying his best to make your life better."
After a moment of silence, Bai Qishi suddenly said, "Actually, it's not that I necessarily want to live here, but I just feel unbalanced. We're both daughters-in-law of the Jiang family, so why do I have to be treated like this?"
Madam Yang smiled and said, "Mother, you should try to calm down. Actually, Jiang Huaiyu has been advocating for you all along, but you just haven't noticed. Besides, we are family, and we shouldn't let these trivial matters cause unpleasantness."
Bai Qi looked at Yang Shi, a hint of gratitude flashing in her eyes. She sighed softly, "I know you all mean well. It's just that I can't get over this hurdle in my heart."
Madam Yang patted Madam Bai on the shoulder: "Mother, don't worry, we will always be by your side to help you through this difficult time."
Madam Yang beckoned to her two children, Fengyun and Huiyi, her eyes filled with endless sorrow. The two children obediently walked to Jiang Huaiyu, knelt down in unison, and kowtowed three times.
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