Jiang Fanyue could continue brazenly all because no one had so bluntly punctured her facade, so she pretended to be none the wiser.
But faced with someone like Xia Enci, who spoke her mind directly, Jiang Fanyue's evasive maneuvers proved insufficient.
Feeling the scorching gazes of those around her, she began to feel as though she couldn't stand there any longer.
It was then that Jiang Xiruo spoke soothingly, "Fanyue."
"Little aunt, I'm here," Jiang Fanyue immediately responded.
"You were raised by Jiang Zhang and Liang Jinlan, and it wasn't easy for them to raise you. You once said you wanted to stay by their side and be filial. We certainly respect your decision, and we don't have the heart to disrupt your family reunion. You're grown up now and have your own mind; since you've made such a choice, just stay home and be filial to your parents."
Jiang Xiruo's words were gentle, but each phrase was decisive.
