Ye Wenyue left her grandfather’s home—not her great-uncle’s—a wave of sadness washing over her.
She glanced towards the neighboring courtyard but ultimately lacked the courage to step over.
Unbeknownst to her, the Ye Family’s Second Elder was just behind a cypress tree not far away, watching his departing granddaughter and sighing inwardly.
He, too, chose not to call out to her. As he thought about how such a harmonious family had ended up in this awkward situation, he couldn’t help but feel a surge of hatred for the Qin Family’s adopted daughter, Qin Lijuan.
Recalling his daughter-in-law’s schemes and those of her sister-in-law from her maiden family, his dissatisfaction with the Zhang Family intensified.
That year, his son had been manipulated. For the sake of his son’s future, they had begrudgingly accepted the marriage into the Zhang Family.
After Zhang Baoxiang married into the family, she was indeed hardworking and uncomplaining. His son, not being a heartless man, had thought, Since I’ve married her, she is my wife. I should try to accept her and live a good life with her.
However, he could tell that his son hadn’t been happy all these years. Just when the younger generation had grown up a bit, and the couple could have finally lived their days in peace, this incident occurred. He was genuinely worried for his son.
I always wondered who my eldest granddaughter took after. Why was she always so calculating, making such a fuss over everything? Always stirring up rivalries and jealous of her cousins. I envied my elder brother’s daughter Wenhui for her straightforward nature, and Wen Yue for her gentleness. Why did my own granddaughter fall so far short? I never expected the truth about the switch to come out, but even now, I just can’t feel happy about it.
Watching the receding figure walk further and further away, he sighed deeply in his heart.
In the military region compound, Jiang Jingya watched her son packing his luggage. "Son, I can’t manage your work matters, but you’re not getting any younger. Now that you have someone you like, you must make an extra effort this time."
"Mom, didn’t I tell you before? I know what I’m doing."
"You know what you’re doing? And yet you’ve delayed until now! Others your age in the compound have children old enough to run errands for soy sauce. What about you?"
"I’m just being selective, Mom. You just wait and see; your daughter-in-law will definitely be better than anyone else’s."
"Look at you, boasting like that. Aren’t you afraid others will hear and laugh at you?"
"I’m speaking the truth. You’ll know once you meet her. My partner is not only beautiful but also capable."
"Alright, stop trying to sweet-talk me. Hurry up and pack. If you’re any later, you’ll miss your transport. I’m going to the kitchen to see how Auntie Zhang’s preparations are coming along."
Huo Jingrui came downstairs, carrying his luggage. Huo Shanhe put down the newspaper in his hands and stood up. "Come with me." Content orıginally comes from 𝓷𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓵✦𝕗𝕚𝕣𝕖✦𝙣𝙚𝙩
Father and son walked one after the other into the study. Huo Shanhe looked at his younger son, who was now half a head taller than him. "Since you’ve accepted this assignment, do it well. Your safety must be the top priority."
Huo Jingrui nodded. "Dad, I’ve given this a lot of thought. Accepting this assignment kills three birds with one stone.
"First, it resolves our family’s crisis and stops them from relentlessly targeting us. The credit that’s mine, no one can take away. Let them think we’re just seeking peace through compromise.
"Second, after the last operation, truly no one understands the situation better than I do. It’s most appropriate for me to go. Even if some people become suspicious, I believe that once they investigate, they’ll conclude I’m only going there to lie low for a while. That should also make them lower their guard.
"And finally, of course, my sweetheart is over there. Not only can I woo her and bring her back sooner, but her presence will also provide excellent cover for me."
Huo Shanhe thought for a moment, then added, "Since her cooperation is needed and she was involved in the previous matter, give her a heads-up so she can be prepared. Also, her safety must be your top priority."