Chapter 381 Returning Home
Huo Ran showed no respect to Madam Huo. He sneered and said, "What's wrong with living well? I've been living quite well on my own all these years. Madam, you're overthinking it."
Huo Ran would never call this person his mother; addressing her as "Madam" was already a great honor.
Mrs. Huo was used to being addressed by him, but she felt a little embarrassed in front of Jiang Mi.
“Why are you alone? I used to visit you often when you were little. It’s just that your dad is thick-skinned and doesn’t think about these things. I’ll have to talk to him about it later. You’ve really suffered all these years.”
Huo Ran didn't want to talk about his childhood, and even less about his childhood with Madam Huo, so he immediately changed the subject: "It's getting late, Father is probably waiting for Madam to come home for dinner, right?"
Madam Huo was somewhat embarrassed, not expecting to be driven away by Huo Ran. However, she was already used to Huo Ran's attitude towards her, and she shamelessly insisted on staying.
“It’s alright. Your father isn’t feeling well today and doesn’t need anyone to bother him, so I don’t need to go back to keep him company. I’ve already talked to your wife, and we’ll shamelessly have lunch here with you.”
Huo Ran glanced at Jiang Mi and saw her helpless expression. He was very dissatisfied, but he couldn't very well kick Madam Huo out. Otherwise, if she went around spreading rumors, people would only say that Jiang Mi was an ignorant and unfilial daughter-in-law. He didn't want people to say that about Jiang Mi.
“Since Madam is willing to stay, then let her stay there. However, our cooks are all from Shushan County, and I’m afraid Madam may not be used to the food.”
Madam Huo asked curiously, "Oh? You specially invited them from Shushan County? It seems the food in Shushan County must be delicious. Such a big effort. I remember you, Huo Ran, never cared about these things before."
Huo Ran said calmly, "I don't care, but my wife does. I want her to eat well. Besides, she's from Shushan County, so she should be more comfortable eating food from Shushan County."
Mrs. Huo was utterly astonished by Jiang Mi's thoughtfulness and meticulousness. She never expected that Huo Ran would be so kind to Jiang Mi. It wasn't just her gentle and caring attitude that made her so perfect in every way. Such a near-perfect husband was truly enviable. Mrs. Huo's eyes reddened as she looked at him. Even though she was already middle-aged, she still longed for her husband to cherish her even more.
The Marquis was only decent-looking, but he was incredibly selfish. It's quite strange that such a selfish man could have such a devoted son.
At the dinner table, Madam Huo should have been seated in the head seat, but because Huo Ran did not acknowledge her as his elder, he made her sit in a seat to the side. Huo Ran kept putting food on Jiang Mi's plate, as if afraid that she would not have enough to eat.
"Alright, alright, stop giving me more, I can't finish it all." Jiang Mi looked at the bowl full of food and felt quite helpless. Since she got married, Huo Ran had been feeding her so much that she had gained weight. This couldn't go on, since he had worked so hard to lose weight.
Seeing that Jiang Mi really couldn't eat anymore, Huo Ran slowly started eating his own food. He ate very elegantly and slowly, and it was a pleasure to watch. Huo Ran was really handsome. Jiang Mi had seen him many times before, but she rarely saw him like this. Now she could watch him eat and sleep every day, and she could see what he did.
As Mrs. Huo ate, she felt she shouldn't stay there any longer. She had originally wanted to see how the two were getting along, but she never expected them to be so close. It seemed that Huo Ran liked Jiang Mi even more than she had thought.
After enduring the agonizing meal, Madam Huo couldn't bear to watch the two of them being so affectionate. She made an excuse and left quickly. Before leaving, she tried to persuade Jiang Mi and Huo Ran to go back to their place, but Huo Ran directly rebuked her.
"You really weren't very polite to her." Jiang Mi didn't mean to criticize Huo Ran, but she was afraid that outsiders would speak ill of Huo Ran.
Huo Ran didn't care at all: "She didn't have any good intentions. She's just pretending to come here and putting on an act. Does she think others can't see through her? If she comes again in the future, you should find an excuse to leave. Do this a few times, and she'll know and will stay at home obediently."
Jiang Mi chuckled lightly: "You do know how to deal with her. Has she ever bullied you before?"
Huo Ran kissed her. Whenever the two of them were alone together, Huo Ran always wanted to be affectionate with her.
"Why are you asking this? If I say she bullied me, you'll help me get revenge!"
Jiang Mi nodded seriously: "Yes, if anyone bullies you, I will help you get revenge. Someone as good as you, who would dare to treat you badly? I will definitely not let that person get away with it."
Huo Ran knew that Jiang Mi was telling the truth, and he was somewhat moved. He thought that Jiang Mi was probably the only person in the world who would treat him so well.
"Don't worry, I'm not so pathetic as to be bullied. Things are different now. My wings are getting stronger and stronger, and I will protect you and our child."
The conversation veered off course, and Jiang Mi pushed him away, saying with amusement, "What child? Where did this child come from?"
Huo Ran placed his large hand on Jiang Mi's flat stomach: "Of course it's our child. Just because we don't have one now doesn't mean we won't have one in the future."
Although they were already husband and wife, Jiang Mi was still a little embarrassed. She lowered her head and didn't intend to pay attention to Huo Ran's words.
The two spent their time together at home. The next day was the day for the bride to return to her parents' home. Huo Ran prepared many gifts to return to the Huo family. The two lived close by, and they arrived home almost immediately after leaving home. The Jiang family was not yet ready.
"Why so fast? Did you get up early?" Jiang Zhi came to greet them personally. He still looked sleepy. He didn't expect the two of them to arrive so quickly. Although they were both in the capital, the Marquis's residence was still some distance from the Jiang family.
"Yes, we moved out and lived on our own. It's on the street right across the street. We're neighbors now."
Jiang Zhi was taken aback. He had seen the new house under renovation a few days ago, but he never expected that the people living there were Jiang Mi and her husband.
Jiang Cheng and his mother got up and sat in the front hall. Huo Ran bowed to them with great respect. He was very grateful to Jiang Cheng and his mother, because without them there would be no Jiang Mi.
When Jiang's mother saw Huo Ran again, she smiled very happily. She hadn't approved of the marriage before because Huo Ran's status was too high, but now that the two were married and Huo Ran had done a good job so far, she didn't need to make things difficult for him because of something that hadn't happened yet.
Jiang Cheng nodded in satisfaction. Judging from his expression, his daughter was doing very well; happiness was written all over her face.
"Alright, alright, as long as you two are alright, everything is fine. Please sit down."
Huo Ran didn't rush to do it. He bowed to Jiang Yan, Jiang Xuan, and Jiang Zhi. After all, these three were Jiang Mi's brothers, so they were also his brothers, and he naturally had to show them more respect.
Everyone was very polite. Given Huo Ran's status, they naturally couldn't treat him lightly. In addition, since they were already quite familiar with each other, Jiang Zhi immediately put his arm around Huo Ran's shoulder.
"Oh, that's wonderful! Now our relationship is even closer than family."
Jiang Cheng rebuked Jiang Zhi: "Look at the way you are, you have no respect for your elders."
Jiang Zhi retorted, "What's wrong with that? I'm the eldest brother now, and he's my brother-in-law. He even has to call me Third Brother."
Huo Ran didn't care, because he was very patient with the Jiang family because of Jiang Mi.
"It's okay."
On the other side, Jiang Mi was also pulled over by Su Yindi and the others to ask, "How was it? Is getting married a good experience?"
Seeing Liu He ask this, Su Yindi rolled her eyes and said, "Is it nice to be married to the young master? I can see it. The young master's eyes are practically glued to you. Even if you leave for a moment, he'll look over here. Look, he's looking this way again. Tsk tsk tsk, you're so lovey-dovey. This is the sweet moment."
Even someone as thick-skinned as Jiang Mi blushed with embarrassment after Su Yindi's words.
"Oh dear, what are you saying, Third Sister-in-law? Weren't you like this when you and Third Brother first got married?"
Su Yindi felt a little embarrassed when she thought about her own past: "Oh dear, why are you bringing us up? We're just talking about you. But speaking of which, Huo Ran really cares about you. I saw it. The things he brought today must have cost a lot of money. They're all expensive items. He's really willing to spend money."
Liang Lan said with a smile, "After all, he is the young master, so there must be nothing lacking in his family. It is indeed because he values Honey. Don't say such things. Honey, how are you living in the Huo family? Are you used to it? If you are not used to it, bring a few of the servants with you, and take the cook with you too."
Seeing everyone's concern for her, Jiang Mi was very happy: "I'm living very well. Now that we've moved out, it's just the two of us at home, which is very comfortable and there are no restrictions. We can do whatever we want. Huo Ran is also very considerate and attentive to me."
"It seems you're doing better than you were at your parents' home," Liu He joked with a smile.
Seeing that Jiang Mi was doing well, Jiang's mother felt much relieved, but she was still a little worried: "You two moved out so soon after getting married. Isn't that a bit inappropriate? You should at least wait a year or two. If word gets out, it might not be good for your reputation."
Jiang Mi never cared about those things: "It's because Huo Ran was afraid that I would feel constrained staying in the Huo family. And that Mrs. Huo is a second wife. Everyone's hearts are not in the same place. It's better not to live under the same roof."
Liang Lan nodded: "Yes, I've also met that Mrs. Huo. She seems to be quite cunning. It's best if we don't stay together."
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