Xu Linjiang was indeed willing to live with Chiang Xiao, but he was worried that Chiang Xiao might not be so keen, so he didn't mention it and instead suggested they become neighbors.
He was sure he would often have to go up the mountain to hunt and gather wild vegetables. With only Xiao Tong at home, it would be good for her to be closer to Ge Liutao so they could look out for each other if anything happened.
Chiang Xiao nodded in agreement, "That would be best."
Although Chiang Xiao also thought Xu Linjiang and his wife were very nice and would probably get along well, when it really came to living together, she actually preferred a quieter life.
By that time, Ge Dejun and Liu Pei would most likely be living with their daughter and son-in-law. Ge Xiaotong would have children in the future, and with too many people around, even the best relationship could sour from day-to-day and month-to-month interactions, possibly leading to some disputes.
