vrcanaries Chapter 60 Matchmaking
Chapter 60 Matchmaking
Jiang Yuyue originally intended to refuse, as sitting at the same table with Pei Jingchuan today was already somewhat inappropriate.
But considering that they had indeed been separated for a long time and that the pastries were not expensive, she couldn't very well refuse Pei Jingchuan's kind offer.
"Then thank you, General Pei."
Jiang Yuyue chuckled and took the pastries. "It's getting late. I imagine Grandmother Pei must be getting impatient waiting at home. General Pei, you should head back soon so as not to worry your grandmother. Please also give her my regards."
Pei Jingchuan easily understood the implication behind her words. Although he wanted to spend more time with her, he didn't want to force her to stay, so he took his leave as she suggested.
"In that case, I'll take my leave now and visit Yue'er another day."
His gaze softened slightly, but he still stared intently at her.
Jiang Yuyue shifted her gaze and gave a slight bow in greeting.
Just as Pei Jingchuan turned to leave, he suddenly noticed a sharp gaze coming from the second floor.
When he turned around alertly, he only saw a profile and was startled. This person seemed to be...?
Just as he was about to confirm it more carefully, the person disappeared again.
Seeing Pei Jingchuan standing there in a daze, Jiang Yuyue followed his gaze but saw nothing. Noticing his expression, she couldn't help but ask, "Do you know anyone here?"
"No."
Pei Jingchuan then composed himself, smiled, and looked at Jiang Huanxi beside him.
"Then I'll trouble you, Ah Huan, to take Yue'er back."
Jiang Huanxi also had a great liking for this young General Pei, and immediately replied, "Don't worry, young General Pei!"
Watching Pei Jingchuan leave, Jiang Huanxi couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
He knew about the relationship between his older sister and General Pei. He had originally been more optimistic about the marriage than anyone else, but unfortunately, Pei Jingchuan was forcibly recalled by his parents two years ago, and their relationship came to an end.
Then, by a twist of fate, his sister married into the Xie family. If it weren't for the fact that his sister was now pregnant, he would have really wanted to bring the two of them together.
Unfortunately……
"What are you thinking about?"
Seeing her younger brother staring at Pei Jingchuan's back with a regretful expression, Jiang Yuyue knew what he was thinking and immediately said, "Now that I'm married into the Xie family and carrying their blood, don't think any more nonsense."
"General Pei's future is bright. Putting aside whether his parents would agree, I, as his sister, am quite self-aware and would never ruin his future."
Jiang Huanxi listened to these words with a helpless expression. Of course he understood these principles, but he just felt it was a pity.
"I didn't say anything. Sister, you shouldn't worry about so many things right now. Your most important task is to give birth to this child in your belly. As for what happens after that, we'll have to discuss it carefully."
Jiang Yuyue was also helpless with her younger brother. She understood that Ahuan's considerations were all for her own good, but they also had to be taken into account.
Xie Jinglan, who was on the second floor, had seen everything that happened during their meal.
He held the teacup in his hand, and a slight ripple appeared on the otherwise calm surface of the tea.
Jixiang, who was serving nearby, was good at reading people's expressions, so she secretly waved to Yueying, signaling him to step back first.
Seeing this, Yueying understood perfectly, after all, no one wanted to provoke their master at this critical juncture.
However, to be honest, Jixiang's feelings were somewhat complicated. What a coincidence that they had run into each other... It seems that he will have to be extra careful and attentive to them today.
As for Jiang Yuyue, Jiang Huanxi escorted her to the gate of the Xie residence. He felt angry at the sight of the unlucky gate, but considering that his sister was pregnant, he had to be careful with his words and didn't say anything unpleasant.
"Okay, that's enough for now."
Jiang Yuyue knew her younger brother's dislike for the Xie family, so she said, "I won't invite you in for tea. It's getting late, so you should go home and rest early."
As soon as she finished speaking, the servant at the door saw that it was the young mistress returning and hurriedly went to greet her, but what he said was not a kind word.
“Young Madam, the Old Madam said that you should go to her courtyard first after you return. It seems that she has something to discuss with you.”
Judging from the servant's tone, Jiang Huanxi could easily guess that it was probably nothing good.
He immediately looked at Jiang Yuyue, "Sister, why don't I go in with you?"
Jiang Yuyue shook her head. There were only a few things that happened today, and she could easily guess what the old lady wanted to do. It was probably because of Xie Yuan.
"No need."
Seeing Jiang Huanxi's tense expression, Jiang Yuyue smiled and said, "It's not like we're going to fight to the death. I just need to come over and ask him some questions."
Jiang Huanxi was still somewhat uneasy, so she looked at Xiao Liu and said, "Xiao Liu, if the Xie family dares to bully my sister, you must come and tell me!"
Seeing this, Xiaoliu nodded repeatedly, "Young Master, don't worry, this servant will definitely protect Miss!"
After Jiang Huanxi's repeated instructions, Jiang Yuyue entered the Xie residence and was led by a servant to the courtyard where Old Madam Xie resided.
As soon as she entered, Jiang Yuyue heard a woman sobbing. Upon closer inspection, she saw Xie Yuan kneeling in the hall, wiping away her tears.
This scene was truly unusual in the Xie family. Jiang Yuyue raised an eyebrow. You see, Xie Yuan was the apple of the eye of the entire Xie family and had never been beaten or scolded. Yet today she was being forced to kneel.
It's truly a rare sight.
"Oh dear? What's wrong, little sister Yuan'er? The ground is so hard, what if you kneel on it and break it?"
Jiang Yuyue's tone was somewhat surprised, and with a look of heartache, she stepped forward to help Xie Yuan up from the ground.
When Xie Yuan saw that it was her who had returned, she glared at her fiercely and unceremoniously shook off her hand.
"I don't need your fake kindness!"
Taking advantage of her strength, Jiang Yuyue pretended to be weak and acted as if she was almost pushed to the ground.
"Yue'er!"
Madam Xie, sitting in the main seat, felt a pang of anxiety upon seeing this scene.
The one who was naturally nervous was the golden grandson in Jiang Yuyue's womb.
Fortunately, Xiaoliu was quick-witted and steadily supported her young mistress from behind, and then scolded her.
"What are you doing, Second Miss? The Eldest Young Mistress kindly tried to help you up, but you pushed her away. If anything happens to the baby in your belly, can you take responsibility?"
Jiang Yuyue and Xiao Liu worked together, one playing the good cop and the other the bad cop, and she comforted her, "Alright, Xiao Liu, Sister Yuan'er just made a mistake without thinking. She certainly didn't mean it."
Seeing this scene, Xie Yuan was so angry that her face turned red. If it weren't for the child in her belly, she would have really wanted to go up and tear Jiang Yuyue to pieces!
"All right!"
Madam Xie interrupted the farce in a stern voice, "Yue'er, why didn't you pay for Yuan'er's bill today?!"