Jiang Zhixu packed his bags and prepared to embark on his journey to Cangwu City.
The purpose of this trip was to attend the husband-selection banquet hosted by Jin Linlin, but in fact, this banquet was more like a gathering of vassal states.
In order to go to Cangwu City with Cao Jiao and Jiang Shuyan, Jiang Zhixu deliberately set off a few days early. Along the way, he was full of anticipation, imagining the scene of reuniting with Jin Linlin.
After three days of trekking, Jiang Zhixu finally arrived at Ningzhou City. He stationed his troops outside the city and headed straight for the inn with only Xia Heng and a few secret guards.
After entering the room, he rested for a while and washed up before sending someone to notify Jiang Shuyan.
Not long after, Jiang Shuyan hurried over. As soon as he entered the room, his eyes fell on Jiang Zhixu and he said anxiously:
"Brother, you're finally here! Jiaojiao and I have been looking forward to seeing you these past few days."
Jiang Zhixu raised the corner of his mouth slightly, revealing a smile, and responded:
"Sorry to have kept you waiting, but the journey was smooth."
Before he finished speaking, Cao Jiao followed in. She looked at Jiang Zhixu, a sly and teasing look flashing in her eyes:
"Brother, now that you're here, this husband-selection banquet will be even more exciting."
Jiang Zhixu chuckled and said nonchalantly:
"I came here this time just to have a good talk with her and try to get her to forgive me."
Cao Jiao agrees deeply:
"Brother, you are absolutely right. She must have suffered a lot in the capital to be like this now. I still need to explain it to her."
Jiang Zhixu poured tea for the couple and asked with concern:
"I heard that Dabao was sent back by his second aunt. Where is he now?"
As soon as the words came out, the couple looked at each other, both of them showing some difficulty. Dabao and Erbao were like two fighting cocks, bickering all day long, giving Jiang Shuyan a headache.
After listening to Jiang Shuyan and his wife's narration, Jiang Zhixu frowned and his tone became serious:
"You're so confused! You clearly know it's Erbao's fault, but not only do you not correct him, you blindly favor him. If this continues, how can the relationship between the two brothers be harmonious?"
Cao Jiao looked helpless. She also wanted the two brothers to love each other, but Erbao had been weak since childhood and would get sick at the slightest disturbance. This made her feel distressed, so naturally she favored Erbao a little more.
Jiang Zhixu understood what was happening. He slowed down his tone and continued:
"I know you care about your second child, but you can't ignore your first child's feelings. As a parent, you should treat every child fairly and let them all feel your love and care."
Jiang Shuyan nodded repeatedly and responded, "Brother is right. It is indeed our fault for not considering it carefully."
At this time, there was a sound of footsteps outside the door. Jiang Zhixu frowned, stood up and opened the door, only to see Dabao standing at the door.
Jiang Zhixu hurriedly invited the person in and looked at Dabao with a gentle smile:
"You are Dabao, right? You are so big now, but this is the first time that Second Uncle has seen you."
Dabao bowed respectfully and kowtowed:
"Second uncle, Jingxing greets you."
Jiang Zhixu quickly helped him up, and looking at his handsome and tall figure, he was very pleased that he was in good health.
"Since you're here, why don't you come in?"
Dabao lowered his head and said nothing, not knowing whether he should say:
"Uncle, my nephew saw you guys talking, so he didn't come in."
Jiang Zhixu pulled Dabao to sit beside him and said with a smile, "Don't be so formal in the future. We are all family. Just tell me if you have anything to say."
Dabao hesitated for a moment, but still mustered up the courage to say:
"Second uncle, I want to tell you that I know my parents love me, and I don't blame them. But I also miss Chu, grandma, and second aunt. I heard that you are going to Cangwu City. Can you take me with you?"
Jiang Zhixu felt distressed when he heard this. He secretly glared at Jiang Shuyan and his wife, touched Dabao's head and said:
"Good boy, I'm glad you think this way. It's not that your parents don't love you, it's just that their way of doing things may not be right. I'll tell them that I'll treat you equally in the future."
Jiang Shuyan and Cao Jiao were listening at the side, feeling a little ashamed. Cao Jiao blushed and said:
"Dabao, it's mom and dad's fault. We will be more careful next time." Dabao's eyes were slightly red and he nodded vigorously.
"Dabao, it's not that Second Uncle doesn't agree to you. You should spend more time with your parents. In two years, if you really miss Chu, Second Uncle will send you there."
After hearing this, Dabao's expression instantly became extremely disappointed, as if the whole world had lost its color.
His originally bright eyes gradually dimmed, as if covered by a thick layer of dark clouds.
Jiang Zhixu looked at Dabao's reaction and couldn't help feeling a little reluctant, but he still suppressed his emotions and continued to talk to Dabao about his studies and martial arts training.
During the conversation, Jiang Zhixu found that Dabao was not only smart but also hardworking and diligent, and was very satisfied with his performance.
However, as time went by and it got dark, Jiang Zhixu realized that it was time for Dabao to go back to the palace to rest, so he gently told Dabao to rest early and arranged for the servants to take him back to the palace.
When Dabao's figure disappeared from his sight, Jiang Zhixu's face suddenly turned cold. He turned his head abruptly and glared at Cao Jiao and Jiang Shuyan with sharp eyes.
"When Dabao was only a month old, you cruelly abandoned him and left him alone. Now he's almost five years old, and we finally found him, but you don't even feel sorry for him!"
Jiang Zhixu's voice was full of blame and anger, which made people tremble.
He remembered that the secret guard once told him that when Dabao was with Nianchu, he was a lively, cute and talkative child.
But now, Dabao has become mature, steady and taciturn. When facing Cao Jiao and Jiang Shuyan, he didn't even show a trace of joy at seeing his parents.
"Just do it! Look what you have done to the child's character. He has become so gloomy!"
Jiang Zhixu became more and more excited as he spoke, his chest heaving violently with anger.
Cao Jiao and Jiang Shuyan's faces turned red after being scolded by Jiang Zhixu. They lowered their heads in shame and did not dare to look Jiang Zhixu in the eye.
Jiang Zhixu sighed, and his tone softened a little:
"I know you care about your second child, but you can't neglect your first child because of this. This child is sensitive. You should spend more time with him in the future and let him feel your love."
Jiang Shuyan nodded quickly, "Don't worry, brother. We will definitely change in the future." Cao Jiao's eyes were red as she said, "We were negligent. I will make it up to Dabao in the future."
Jiang Zhixu nodded with satisfaction, and then reminded: "After the husband-selection banquet, cultivate the relationship between the brothers." Jiang Shuyan and his wife responded in unison.
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