Hua Xiangyun was unaware that the changes her little wings had brought about had already led the Zhou family to consider finding a new partner.
There was no need to worry about her second brother today. In a good mood, she hummed a song as she walked back.
However, on my way home, I passed by a courtyard and stopped to take a look out of curiosity, muttering "what a mess" under my breath, but I didn't bother with it and just walked through.
Little did she know that after she left, a person emerged from the alley and stared at her retreating figure for a long time.
When Hua Xiangyun arrived home, the food had just been laid out. Seeing her come in, Tian Guihua quickly added a bowl and chopsticks for her, saying, "Just eat a little something for lunch today, and Grandma will stew some meat for you tonight."
Hua Xiangyun deliberately pinched her cheek, "I've gained weight, and I'm still eating? I've almost finished all the meat in our house."
“I can’t finish making it,” Tian Guihua said with a smile, not forgetting to glance at Xun Liangfen. “Your master brought you back so much meat. If I make you thin again, it won’t be right.”
Everyone understood Tian Guihua's underlying meaning: look at how much more a chef cares than a mother like you. You were just complaining that your child wasn't coming home for dinner and that it was such a waste to eat out.
Xun Liangfen was somewhat satisfied to see Xiangyun return, at least she still had some sense of propriety.
She chose to ignore her mother-in-law's veiled criticism; the extra meat in the house this year was indeed brought back by Xiangyun.
Her master was generous, if only he weren't so mystical.
Tian Guihua still has many sources of information. After dinner, she talked about the latest news, "Jiang Yi is back. Now there's going to be some excitement."
Hua Guangzong finally stopped what he was doing. "Jiang Yi? The Jiang family's boy is back. Has he moved in yet?"
"No, I heard he only arrived yesterday and is staying at the county guesthouse. His house hasn't been lived in for so many years, so it will definitely take a few days to clean it up." Tian Guihua knew that her husband had a good relationship with the old man from the Jiang family. When they first arrived, the Jiang family helped them a lot, which is why they were able to integrate into the local community so quickly.
"I'll go over there and take a look around these next couple of days. If I come back, I'll lend a hand."
Hua Guangzong said, "That's all right. We should bring Baoguo and Zhian with us. They're strong and can do some repairs."
Hua Baoguo: "Yeah, we'll bring our tools when we go. I bet he'll be lacking everything now."
Hua Xiangyun was still a little curious about this person who had suddenly appeared. She didn't seem to remember that this person was mentioned in the book. Or had she missed it?
Perhaps it was someone unimportant who wasn't mentioned, but judging from the family's attitude, is that really the case?
“I wonder if he’s settled down and started a family after all these years,” Xun Liangfen still remembered Jiang Yi. “Maybe he came back with his whole family this time.”
"Probably not. If he really gets married, his aunt will bring it up." Tian Guihua was very confident in her information and couldn't possibly have overlooked such an important matter.
"I reckon a lot of families won't be able to sleep tonight, especially those with daughters," Tian Guihua said with a chuckle. "Now there's going to be some fun to watch."
Hua Guangzong said, "That doesn't matter. If Jiang Yi can get married, Old Jiang can rest in peace. Don't just watch the show. If there's a suitable match, help him find out more so he doesn't suffer any losses."
Tian Guihua replied, "You don't even need to tell me. Given the past relationship between our two families, I will do my best."
Xun Liangfen said, "Mother, Zhi'an is about the same age, why don't we keep an eye on him too?"
"Zhi'an, don't rush. It'll be better if he finds a job in the same company after he settles down." Tian Guihua was quite reasonable about this, otherwise she wouldn't have let Hua Baoguo and his wife live such a leisurely life all these years.
If Xun Liangfen hadn't gone too far, she could have continued to endure it for the sake of family harmony.
Xun Liangfen said, "But Zhi'an is not young anymore. He can take his time choosing now, otherwise all the good girls will be taken by others."
"This is about finding a wife, what do you think we're picking?" Tian Guihua was a little impatient. She already had a plan in mind: the selection of her granddaughter-in-law was not something Xun Liangfen could interfere with.
“Actually, looking around here isn’t bad either, at least we know the people in the area.” Xun Liangfen has been going out these days, and many people have been asking her about potential partners. She feels that some of them are quite suitable.
Tian Guihua said, "Not everyone in this courtyard tells the truth. Sometimes you have to pay attention. A lot of people must have brought this up with you these past few days, so don't agree to anything they say."
Hua Guangzong added from the side, "Zhi'an's marriage isn't in a rush. Maybe he'll find someone himself later, which will save us from being the bad guys."
Xun Liangfen, "~~"
As for Hua Xiangyun, she is still just a child to the Hua family, and they don't consider these things at all right now.
The person they're talking about is currently peeling an apple in his hospital room.
"Ah Yi, I'm all better now. Why don't you go ask the doctor if I can be discharged today?"
"Sister, are you still cold? Should I go borrow another bottle from the nurse?" Jiang Yi didn't answer Yang Lan. Being discharged from the hospital was impossible; the doctor had already said that he needed to be observed for a few days.
However, this ward is really too cold. I brought a blanket from home, but the ward is drafty and can't keep me warm at all. I can only put two hot water bottles in the blanket.
Patients without hot water bottles can borrow two IV bags from the nurses.
"No, I'm warm here anyway, and I'm going to rest in bed anyway, so it'll be easier to go back. That way you won't have to run around."
Yang Lan felt very guilty because of her, the whole family had been focused on the hospital these past few days, and A Yi also had a lot to do when he came back, and now he was being dragged down by her.
"No, we need to wait until you're more settled. If you're bored, I'll find you some newspapers to read."
"Ayi, have you secured a job yet?" Knowing she couldn't persuade Jiang Yi, Yang Lan could only ask questions she cared about.
Jiang Yi handed her the apple, "We should hear from you after the New Year. I've already had someone renovate the house."
He was younger when he was younger and could sleep in the living room, but now that he's older, it's not appropriate for him to sleep there anymore. Besides, he has his own house, and he can't always stay at his aunt's place.
“I’m still staying at the hospital these days. Why don’t you go home and stay there? It’s not good to always stay in a guesthouse.”
Jiang Yi: "No need. I'll clean up when my aunt comes over. It'll be quick to clean one room first."
Although he has not been home in recent years, his aunt would still go over to check on things and tidy them up a bit, so they are not too dilapidated.
"My mom said you hurt your head before. Are you alright now? Should we get it checked out again?" Yang Lan felt that Jiang Yi was very different from before. Maybe he had changed after being away from home for so many years. Just like her, she had become unrecognizable since getting married.
Thinking about how messed up my life is now, I can't help but smile bitterly.
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