Yun Jinnian also felt that it wasn’t right for Han Tianci to keep hiding and avoiding the issue; he would have to proudly face the public sooner or later.
Therefore, he fully supported Han Tianci’s decision, "Tianci, let’s go in!"
The siblings exchanged a glance, tacitly and firmly holding each other’s hands, their hearts filled with love and fearless.
Facing the tempest, they would walk hand in hand, caring for one another, an unbreakable unity against any assault.
As the two entered the hall
The hall was brightly lit, with Han Xuzi seated in the place of honor; to his right was Yun Qi clad in azure, his garment adorned with bamboo leaves stitched in silver thread—elaborate and pleasing to the eye.
Yet it gave off an illusionary and unfathomable impression.
Just like Yun Qi at that moment, his facial expression light, his eyes even more insipid.
Yun Jinnian and Han Tianci appraised him, and he also gazed back at the siblings, speechless with shock when he clearly saw Han Tianci’s face.
At that moment, Yun Qi understood everything.
Speaking of divorce, insisting on moving out; he must have known he was with child, intending to go to the villa to give birth, very quietly and effectively keeping it a secret.
Yun Qi initially was angry, but after the anger subsided, he gradually calmed down, his expression not betraying any trace of emotion.
Yun Jinnian frowned slightly, leading Han Tianci forward to perform a salute, "Jinnian pays respect to grandfather and to father!"
Han Tianci also saluted with a fist, "Paying respects to grandfather, and to..." he paused, then, as if realizing for the first time, whispered, "Tianci pays respects to Uncle!"
Following his astonishment, Yun Jinnian also pursed his lips.
Mrs. Han, at the corner, also hesitated.
Upon hearing the words, Yun Qi’s hands clenched into fists, then slowly relaxed.
"Such sense!" Yun Qi spoke faintly in praise, unfastened the Jade Pendant from his waist, and handed it to Han Tianci, "It’s nothing valuable, but you can play with it!"
Han Tianci approached with a smile, "Thank you, Uncle!"
He reached out to receive it, examined it in his hand, and it was indeed fine jade, the carving exquisite as well.
Han Xuzi, however, furrowed his brows.
This Jade Pendant was what Mrs. Han gave to Yun Qi when he and Shu Niang were betrothed. Why would it be given to Tianci today?
Mrs. Han, stepping into the hall, appeared quite indifferent to it all.
"Paying respects to mother!" Yun Jinnian bowed.
Han Tianci also gave his respects, "Paying respects to Aunt!"
Being called ’Aunt’ by her own son was painful for Mrs. Han but, at this moment, she had no time to dwell on her discomfort.
Yun Qi had personally come to fetch her. To safeguard Yun Jinnian’s reputation, she must take her back to the Yun Family.
"Good, good!" Mrs. Han spoke and turned towards Yun Jinnian, "Jinnian, your father has come to take us back. Jiayu has packed everything, let’s go!"
Yun Jinnian was taken aback but did not ask further, obediently nodding her head.
She reached out to hold Mrs. Han’s hand.
Mrs. Han’s eyes heated up, nearly bringing tears.
Tears glittered in her eyes, but she held them back in the end.
"Then let’s go!" Yun Qi stood up, bowed to Han Xuzi with clasped fists, and stepped out.
He didn’t wait for Mrs. Han and Yun Jinnian.
The mother and daughter exchanged glances, seeing confusion in each other’s eyes. Han Xuzi, too, was anxious.
But Han Tianci said, "Sister, Aunt, you go ahead first. Tomorrow, I will come to the estate early to fetch sister!"
Yun Jinnian nodded, spoke a few words to Han Xuzi, and, still holding Mrs. Han’s hand, left the Han Family.
Two carriages, the first belonging to Yun Qi, followed by the carriage driven by Uncle Cheng. Yun Jinnian, concerned about Mrs. Han facing Yun Qi alone, asked Bai Que to follow the other carriage, as she helped Mrs. Han into the carriage.
An oil lamp hung inside, brightly illuminating the carriage.
Yun Qi sat in the center, looking at Yun Jinnian and Mrs. Han, "Jinnian, you take the back carriage. I have something to discuss with your mother."