Su Ruanruan continued to browse through the selections.
Her eyes were filled with joy, and her speech was light and cheerful...
He Jitang had never seen her so delighted before, and he mused to himself: Does she love Bao Jingyan that deeply?
Little Ci’an came over.
He leaned close to Su Ruanruan, "Auntie, are you going to marry Uncle?"
Su Ruanruan missed him.
She lifted little Ci’an onto her lap and said tenderly, "Yes! We’ll get married at the start of spring next year."
Little Ci’an asked another question, "After Auntie gets married, can I still visit?"
"Of course," Su Ruanruan kissed him, "You can visit whenever you want."
Little Ci’an blushed, shyly leaning into Su Ruanruan’s embrace.
Su Ruanruan made her selection.
She was concerned about Jingyuan’s affair and did not stay at the He Residence for dinner.
Having just returned home, the Housekeeper informed her, "The He Residence has sent a generous gift, claiming it’s for Miss Su’s wedding congratulations."
Su Ruanruan smiled faintly, "I just came from the He Residence, but they didn’t mention it."
She then wanted to see it.
The Housekeeper led her over.
The people from the He Residence had been waiting there early on, lifting the red cloth covering a shelf as soon as Su Ruanruan approached.
Once the fabric was lifted, there appeared a jade rack underneath, hanging a full set of a gold phoenix crown and robe.
Under the light, it shimmered resplendently.
It was indeed sumptuous and beautiful.
Su Ruanruan had seen many fine things, but even now, she was taken aback.
She touched the item, admiring, "This is too precious. It must be handcrafted, surely taken quite some time."
The person smiled, "Our Young Master Jitang said as long as Miss Su likes it."
Su Ruanruan withdrew her hand and frowned, "The Third Brother sent this?"
The person kept a faint smile, remaining silent.
Su Ruanruan’s smile faded, and she sat down on the sofa, calmly saying, "Please take this back and tell the Third Brother I appreciate his sentiment, but this item is too prestigious, I dare not accept it."
The visitor was in a difficult spot.
Su Ruanruan added, "Or should I personally return it to the He Residence?"
The person considered: If it causes a big stir, it would be difficult to get past the old lady.
He had no choice but to pack up the item, enclosing it in a large crate.
A squad of strong men were needed to carry the object away.
After finishing a cup of tea, Su Ruanruan finally saw the visitors off.
The Housekeeper of the Bao Mansion couldn’t help but ask, "Such a fine item, why wouldn’t Miss Su accept it?"
Su Ruanruan parted her lips slightly.
She said, "I’ve never had a clear understanding of the Third Brother from the He family. Better to keep fewer entanglements."
The Housekeeper inwardly admired her.
As they were speaking, Bao Jingyan returned.
He also saw that large crate being carried away, asking while removing his coat, "Whose belongings are these, presented with such ceremony?"
Su Ruanruan didn’t want to make a fuss, only telling him once they were upstairs.
Bao Jingyan pondered for a moment, then pinched Su Ruanruan’s cheek.
He said, "Wife handled it perfectly."
Su Ruanruan took his coat, hung it up, and began discussing Jingyuan’s situation with him.
She said, "You know what Second Brother is like, extremely courteous. If he and Jingyuan are destined, it wouldn’t be a bad match!"
Bao Jingyan sat down on the sofa, casting her a glance.
He teased, "How would I know him? You’re the one who knows him best, aren’t you?"
Su Ruanruan knew he was jealous.
She sat beside him, speaking softly, "After so many years, you’re still eating old vinegar?"
She added, "You once sent Second Brother to the hospital, I haven’t settled that account with you yet!"
Bao Jingyan laughed.
He pulled her into his embrace, tenderly exchanging a few kisses before saying, "Father doesn’t agree with this, right?"
Su Ruanruan’s eyes were full of warmth.
Bao Jingyan patted his trousers, teasing her, "The eldest sister-in-law is like a mother; you’ll have to make the decision for Jingyuan!"
He added, "Father always listens to you the most."
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(Tomorrow’s update~~)