The young lady was someone she had watched grow up, and her nature of hating evil as if it were her own enemy couldn't be changed overnight. However, since the young lady had said so, she couldn't press for further details.
Bai Sihan, don't you want to climb high?
Then I'll give you a hand. Whether you can climb or not is up to your own fortune.
A smile of unknown meaning played on Bai Siruo's lips.
Unlike the infighting within the Bai family, the Feng family was much warmer and livelier at this moment.
Today's lunch was held in Madam Feng's Yunhai Courtyard. Coincidentally, Feng Jinxu was also home on leave, so the entire family of the eldest branch came.
Madam Wen had not paid her respects to her mother-in-law for a long time, so as soon as she entered, she respectfully greeted Madam Feng.
"Mother, your daughter-in-law bows to you. You have been ill these past few days, and your daughter-in-law has been remiss in not attending to you daily. I beg for your forgiveness."
Madam Wen spoke sincerely, her face showing much respect. Madam Feng saw this and did not intend to make things difficult for her, so she waved her hand and said faintly, "Get up. It was I who was afraid of passing on my illness to you, which is why I didn't let you come."
After speaking, she beckoned to Feng Yunhe, her eyes moist with tears, and said with some emotion, "Come here quickly, let Grandma see you. It's been two or three months, and you've grown taller."
Feng Yunhe doted on his grandmother as much as his grandmother doted on him. Hearing his grandmother's words, he couldn't bear it any longer. He immediately ran a few steps forward, knelt before Madam Feng, and spoke with great emotion.
"Grandma, your grandson misses you so much."
"Good child, get up quickly. Come whenever you want from now on. Grandma will have delicious food prepared for you here."
"Mm." Feng Yunhe nodded heavily.
In the past, he felt that his father did not love him, and his mother was overly thoughtful and melancholic. Only with his grandmother could he be his happy self again, so he was particularly close to Madam Feng.
However, now, he preferred his aunt's courtyard more. He was not restricted and had someone to guide his progress, making him feel so content that he forgot to return home.
"Alas, your nephew's favorite is still Mother, isn't it? Your daughter has been serving you with good food and drinks these days, but his heart still longs for the food and pastries in your room."
After saying this, she put on a sorrowful look as if she had been abandoned, which amused everyone.
Whatever past grievances there were, they all vanished at this moment.
Watching Feng Jinyao's genuine smile, the grandmother and grandchildren were happy. Beside them, Feng Jinxu's eyes also showed a hint of tenderness, and he turned to look at Madam Wen with a faint smile.
Madam Wen was a little shy and lowered her head to cover her face, but the joy in the corners of her eyes revealed her thoughts.
Outside, Mama Bai had arranged a table for lunch, all the dishes were everyone's favorites.
Just as the family was about to pick up their chopsticks, they heard the voice of the guard Fu Yi from outside.
"Young Master, Young Master Wen is here. He says he has important matters to discuss with you."
The Wen family!
It's Wen Mengsheng again!
Feng Jinyao was so agitated that she knocked over a bowl and plate. The crisp sound of it falling made everyone puzzled.
"Ayao, what's wrong?" Madam Feng asked with some concern.
Fearing that everyone would worry, Feng Jinyao swallowed her anger and, after quickly composing herself, said to everyone.
"My hand slipped, it's nothing."
Amber, quick-witted, immediately led the maids to clean up the floor.
On the contrary, Feng Yunhe, who was beside them, noticed something strange. His gaze at his aunt Feng Jinyao was filled with seriousness and worry.
"Please invite him to the warm pavilion to sit. I'll be right there."
"Yes."
Madam Wen was a little disappointed. It was rare for the family to sit together for a reunion meal, and it was about to be ruined.
Feng Jinxu was about to leave, but he caught sight of Madam Wen's somewhat sad expression. He felt a pang of reluctance. "I'll accompany Mother for the meal first, and go later."
Everyone present was somewhat shocked by this statement.
Madam Wen's joy was evident, which made Madam Feng find it a little amusing. Her daughter-in-law did not hide her feelings at all; she was indeed an honest person.
It was her son's character that she knew very well.
It was rare today that he would stay for his wife, which surprised her.
However, seeing her son and daughter-in-law living in harmony made her, as a mother, feel at ease. Therefore, she cheerfully called for the family to continue eating.
The couple served each other food. Although they didn't say much, the affection between them was evident.
Unfortunately, Feng Jinyao had no appetite at this moment.
In the backyard of the Bai family, Wen Mengsheng had already been reprimanded by his second brother. Now he dared to come to the door and seek out his eldest brother. She couldn't guess his intentions for a moment.
She always suspected that Fu Yi and Wen Mengsheng might be colluding, and she was determined to investigate thoroughly.
The meal was eaten in a hurry. Fearing that the Wen family would wait too long, Feng Jinxu left with quick strides.
Watching his hurried departure, a coldness, even a hint of killing intent, flickered in Feng Jinyao's eyes.
Wen Mengsheng, if you dare to set your sights on my elder brother, I will make you wish you were dead.
"Ayao, Ayao..."
She was lost in thought when Madam Wen, who was beside her, shook her awake and said to her in a low voice.
"Mother is calling you, what's wrong?"
"Nothing," Feng Jinyao shook her head. Madam Feng and Madam Wen looked at her with concern. "Are you tired lately?"
Such a large fortune was handed over to her. She was busy handling various affairs without rest, and she had to be thoughtful about everything.
Madam Feng, with her years of experience, was naturally calm. However, Feng Jinyao had just taken over and was afraid she couldn't handle it.
Following her mother's words, she continued, "Daughter is still young, and indeed lacks experience in handling some matters. Mother, why don't you delegate some of it to Eldest Sister-in-law? I heard Eldest Brother say that when Eldest Sister-in-law was still in her maiden home, she was an excellent manager. Now that her health has greatly improved, it is naturally time to hand it over to her."
Madam Feng was somewhat taken aback. She hadn't expected her to bring this up suddenly and looked at Madam Wen beside her with some wariness.
However, she saw that Madam Wen was even more surprised than she was, and her slight displeasure vanished. After thinking for a moment, she nodded.
"Eldest daughter-in-law has been married into the family for many years. She didn't manage the household before because her health was not good. Now that she is well, she should indeed take on the burden of the family. How about this: you first hand over the year-end and festive affairs to Eldest Daughter-in-law to handle. Once she is familiar with the work, you can hand over all the keys next spring, so that she can be prepared."
In the time it took for a meal, she had actually gained great power.
Madam Wen was stunned, but she was not foolish. This was her sister-in-law showing her respect, and she couldn't lose face.
So, she mustered her courage, stood up, and bowed solemnly to Madam Feng. "Thank you, Mother-in-law, for your trust. Your daughter-in-law will definitely handle this task well."
Feng Yunhe looked at his mother. He was no longer as timid as before, and his heart was filled with joy.
All of this was thanks to his aunt Feng Jinyao. Looking at her smiling face at this moment, he felt immense gratitude.