Do whatever you want, it's none of his business anyway.
He couldn't control how the two fought; all he needed to do was protect himself.
Even after trying to console himself, Liu An's mood did not improve.
He found himself feeling like he was sandwiched in between.
He had some connections with both sides, but he failed to please either side. When conflicts arose between the two sides, he was the first to be excluded.
Thinking about it this way, I felt even more heartbroken!
The Lady of the Protectorate's Mansion, which had its lights off early, was unaware of these events.
The next day, just as dawn was breaking, Jiang Nuan had already packed her things, deciding to leave when no one was paying attention.
Seeing this, the old man hesitated to speak, and his gaze towards his wife was particularly conflicted.
I want to go home, I really want to go home.
However, he was worried about his wife being alone in the capital.
Finally, I gently patted my daughter's shoulder and told her, "Be careful on the road. Take care of yourself while we're not here."
"Don't worry, Dad, I'm not a child," Jiang Nuan said helplessly. "I know what's important."
"That's good!"
The old man moved his lower lip, but in the end, he didn't say anything more.
"Girl," the old lady said worriedly, "when you get home, be more careful. Don't spoil those children. If they need to be disciplined, then discipline them. Give all the dirty and tiring work to Jiang Xu. I've raised him all these years. If he can't even do this little thing right, I'll beat him to death when I get back."
"Don't worry about Xiao San and Jiang Chao. I will keep a close eye on them and make sure they don't cause any trouble."
“Yes, I trust Mother very much,” Jiang Nuan said earnestly after a pause. “Mother, everything is difficult at the beginning. If you encounter any difficulties, don’t be polite to Liu An, and don’t worry about his status. He wouldn’t dare to be unhelpful.”
"Don't worry, I know all that."
The old lady didn't take it seriously.
When faced with difficulties, my daughter will come to my aid without me having to tell her.
It might make you feel uneasy, but that's not as important as solving the problem.
Face is something that can be as important as Mount Tai at times, and worthless at others. You must let go of it when the time is right.
"That's good."
"Mother," Huang Xiaosan looked at her expectantly and said weakly, "I want to go back with you too."
The second son has already been enlisted in the army, so he won't be beaten when he goes back. Why is he still staying in Beijing to suffer at the hands of the old lady?
Besides, Jiang Chao will also be enlisting in the army later, and he won't even have anyone to discuss things with in the capital, so there's no point in staying there.
More importantly, he also had his own business to run and could earn a lot of money. If he helped the old lady with her business, she would only give him a pittance.
What's even more frustrating is that opposition is useless.
With his mother gone and his brothers all gone, he was left alone under the watchful eyes of his parents, who would surely be watching him every day.
"What's wrong?" Old Mrs. Jiang said, clearly dissatisfied. "Is it a hardship for you to stay in the capital with us?"
As she spoke, her hands began to itch slightly.
I feel like hitting someone again.
It's all because those brats are too annoying!
“Of course not,” Huang Xiaosan said firmly. “It is my blessing to be able to accept your teachings. Even if others begged and pleaded with you, you two might not be willing.”
"Good to know!"
The old lady snorted coldly and said nothing more.
She was well aware of her grandson's little scheme, but although she felt it wasn't enough, she didn't expose it.
Everyone's here now, let's give that brat some face, and wait until nobody's around...
To prevent Huang Xiaosan from following in Jiang Chao's footsteps, the old lady decided that no matter what, she would teach her grandson well!
Seeing this, Jiang Nuan smiled and said, "I have already entrusted the old man and the old lady to you. It is a long and arduous task. Do your best!"
Looking at her son, she suddenly realized something: she seemed to have raised him to be too clingy.
With no one to rely on, the third son immediately panicked.
As expected, he still lacks experience.
Upon hearing this, Huang Xiaosan suddenly felt as if two mountains had been added to his shoulders, making his chest feel tight. "Mother, are you... overestimating me?"
Huang Xiaosan didn't say the second half of the sentence aloud; he felt a little embarrassed.
However, he really didn't think he had any ability to take care of his parents.
“You can do it,” Jiang Nuan said with an unchanged smile, “and you must do it.”
His words were full of threats.
Upon hearing this, Huang Xiaosan replied sullenly, "I understand."
His voice was listless, and he seemed dispirited.
"Um."
At Jiang Nuan's insistence, these people stopped at the entrance of the Protector of the Nation's Mansion and set off with An San in an oxcart.
“Madam,” An San said, puzzled, “you really don’t need to be so low-key!”
It's so low-key it's breathtaking.
Despite his noble status and widespread fame, few people have seen his face, and even in the bustling city, no one recognizes him.
Now, he hasn't let anyone know he left Beijing, except for his own family.
An San really couldn't understand his master's thoughts.
"It's better to keep a low profile," Jiang Nuan said helplessly. "Less trouble means less problems."
Jiang Nuan was both amused and exasperated by this.
She hadn't originally intended to hide it so well, after all, she wasn't someone to be ashamed of.
However, when I went out shopping, I discovered that people go to the City God Temple every day to worship and pray for their blessings.
Promotion, wealth, children, abundant marriage and good looks—even chasing chickens and picking up dogs…
This phenomenon became increasingly severe after they prepared their own growth solution, resulting in long queues at the City God Temple every day...
What was she supposed to say?
If she truly possessed such abilities, she could accumulate immense merit simply by thinking about it; would she still be working herself to the bone like she is now?
“What a pity,” An San said with great regret. “Lately, people have been kneeling at the Meridian Gate every day begging to see the Madam. This time, I’m afraid we’ll disappoint them completely.”
“It’s no pity,” Jiang Nuan said dismissively. “They were just acting on a whim.”
Having gone through the previous rumors, Jiang Nuan has completely let go of them.
The human heart is unpredictable; the person who is fanatical today may well be the one who belittled himself yesterday.
I have a clear conscience and owe no one anything. Whether they have ulterior motives or are genuinely grateful, it doesn't matter anymore.
As for trying to win her over, she would never entertain that idea before she was completely opposed to Ji Xuan.
"Madam, after leaving the capital this time, will you come again?"
"What?" Jiang Nuan glanced at An San teasingly and asked, "Do you think Wolong Village is too small and can't compare to the capital?"
“Of course not, there is no place in the world more spiritual than our manor,” An San paused, then touched his nose and said, “It’s just that I think it’s nice to occasionally experience the hustle and bustle of human life.”
Upon hearing this, Jiang Nuan revealed a meaningful smile. After a long while, she said wistfully, "Unless something unexpected happens, I should never set foot in the capital again in this lifetime."
Although it was bustling and vibrant, it was not what her heart desired.
The complex and ever-changing human heart, while not necessarily frightening, is nonetheless exhausting.
It's always better to be on your own turf; fewer people, simpler things, and a clear distinction between right and wrong.
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