Chapter 379: Who to choose? Support her decision
Jiang Yichun looked at Bai Ruozhu, who seemed as frazzled as an angry kitten, and couldn’t help but laugh to himself. He knew she was protective of her family, yet he also wanted to test where he stood in her heart compared to her elder brother’s position. It seems, however, that he was only setting himself up for disappointment.
But why did her older brother have to help Wan Minglu? Even if he were her second uncle, that doesn’t seem quite right, does it?
Jiang Yichun retreated and continued eating as if Bai Ruozhu, who had just snapped at him, didn’t exist. Bai Ruozhu glared at him and also continued eating. The only one left confused was Wan Minglu.
Despite his efforts to serve Bai Ruozhu food, he was unsuccessful, and even though she snapped at Jiang Yichun, it was apparent to him that they were quite close. After all, only two people in a close relationship would be so casual with each other.
Feeling ignored yet again by Bai Ruozhu, he started to feel a sense of bitterness in his heart.
Bai Yihong noticed Wan Minglu’s awkwardness and served him a chopstick-full of fried shredded pork, saying, "Minglu, eat more, we must thank you for saving Ruozhu today."
Wan minglu quickly chuckled, saying, "Uncle, you’re too polite, it was my duty."
Lin Ping’er glanced between Jiang Yichun and Wan Minglu, it was clear she knew what was going on and hurriedly changed the subject, "I have no idea where that man came from, I’ve never seen him in the town before. Perhaps the Wang Family gave him some benefits; it might be Wang Xiuxiang’s doing!"
Wang Xiuxiang is a popular name in the Wang family, you can tell that Lin Ping’er is extremely irritated, otherwise, she wouldn’t have bluntly addressed Wang Xiuxiang by name.
The family started speculating and also reminded Jiang Yichun and Wan Minglu to catch the man as soon as possible to prevent him from plotting against Bai Ruozhu again.
"She needs someone to accompany her whenever she goes out recently," Jiang Yichun suddenly said.
"Right, little sister needs to visit Aunt Zhang and Rongrong for the treatment, big brother will accompany you. We can’t let you travel that road alone anymore," Bai Zehao quickly added.
Bai Ruozhu smiled at her elder brother, saying, "I’m going to give you some trouble for a while."
"It’s nothing," Bai Zehao said casually.
Fortunately, nothing else happened during the rest of the meal. But after they finished eating, Bai Ruozhu wiped the cold sweat off her forehead, wondering what was going on. It was one thing for Wan Minglu to visit, but for Jiang Yichun to stir things up, she needed to ask him what on earth he was thinking!
Of course, she wasn’t going to ask right now. Bai Ruozhu casually stood up and said, "I’m done eating, I’ll go back to my room to take care of Dengdeng, you guys go on."
Everyone knew she was returning to her room to breastfeed the baby, so they said nothing. It wasn’t until Bai Ruozhu’s figure had disappeared from the entrance of the main hall that two people stared at where she had been with undiverted gazes.
When the main guest left, Jiang Yichun stood up and said, "I finished eating as well. I have some official matters to attend to, so I’ll excuse myself. I will catch that person as soon as possible." He stood up, slightly bowed to Lin Ping’er and Bai Yihong, expressing his gratitude.
Bai Zepei also stood up, saying, "Let me see you off."
"Have a safe journey, and please visit often," Despite still being dazed, Lin Ping’er managed to express her good impression towards the benefactor warmly.
Jiang Yichun nodded at Lin Ping’er, and then followed Bai Zepei out.
"It really is a ’hundred families come to seek’ when there’s a girl in the family," Bai Zepei took a few steps, seemingly speaking to himself, a teasing tone lacing his voice.
Jiang Yichun stopped and looked at him, saying, "He’s not worthy of Ruozhu."
Bai Zepei arched an eyebrow, "And what makes you think you’re any more deserving?" In his heart, his little sister was a rare, extraordinary woman that most men were indeed unworthy of. Even this mysterious, masked man might not be a perfect match. Who knows what he really looks like? What if he has a pockmarked face?
Jiang Yichun laughed, "I’ll strive to make myself worthy of her."
Bai Zepei put away his jesting demeanor, stared seriously at him for a moment, finally confirmed he wasn’t joking and said, "Then remember what you said today."
Jiang Yichun chuckled without saying anything further. He didn’t need to prove his feelings for Bai Ruozhu to others. If it weren’t for the fact that Bai Zepei was her brother, he wouldn’t have even spoken to him that much.
Back in the hall, Wan Minglu also stood up and said to Lin Ping’er and Bai Yihong, "Uncle, Aunt, I need to leave now, so my mother doesn’t worry when I get home late."
Lin Ping’er was still daydreaming, hearing this she quickly stood up and said, "Good, good. You should come and visit often." After finishing, she realized that she had said the same thing earlier to the benefactor, which made her feel even more weird.
After Wan Minglu left, Lin Ping’er asked Wan Caiyue and Fang Guizhi to clear the table, she then quickly pulled Bai Yihong back to the main hall, and as soon as she turned, she promptly closed the door.
"Darling, did you notice anything?" Lin Ping’er asked in a secretive manner, her actions appeared a bit funny, Bai Yihong couldn’t help but laugh.
"What are you doing? Anyone would think you’re up to something shady," Bai Yihong said with a smile.
Once she reacted, Lin Ping’er blushed and hit him, complaining, "You’re not acting your age. Let me ask you again, did you notice anything about these two men today?"
Bai Yihong nodded, his eyes brightening, "They’re both good, I didn’t realise our Ruozhu was so sought after."
Upon hearing this, Lin Ping’er got excited, "That’s right! My daughter is so amazing. If it wasn’t for you insisting on that Chang Sheng, so many people would’ve wanted her by now."
As soon as Chang Sheng was mentioned, both felt a bit uncomfortable. Lin Ping’er shook her head, casting aside the unhappy thought, she continued, "Ruozhu is so smart, she must’ve realised sooner. Who do you think she’s more attracted to?"
Bai Yihong shook his head, "How would I know? Don’t you always say you know our daughter best?"
"Yes, I think the benefactor is good, but unfortunately..." Lin Ping’er wrinkled her brows as she spoke.
"Unfortunately, we can’t see what he looks like, nor do we know his status." Bai Yihong shook his head, saying, "I think that kid Minglu is better, we know him well and it’s clear he has genuine feelings for our Ruozhu."
It was evident that Lin Ping’er preferred Jiang Yichun. She glanced at Bai Yihong discontentedly and said grumpily, "You better not voice an opinion. You once mentioned Chang Sheng was good too, so you shouldn’t interfere with Ruozhu’s marriage issues!"
Bai Yihong rubbed his nose helplessly, muttered, "You asked for my opinion, didn’t you?"
Lin Ping’er didn’t pay him any mind. She got up and was about to leave when she said, "Nevermind asking you, it’s useless. I’ll go and ask Ruozhu myself. No matter who she chooses, as her mother, I will support her!"
"You’re right, we should support her choice. Ruozhu can see further than us and she’s decisive, she should make the decision herself," Bai Yihong nodded and said.
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