Chapter 217 Who has no vision

The arrival of Ye Jiayao and Xia Chunyu made the entire Fang family excited. It was so grand, even more lively than the Chinese New Year. Almost all the men in the Fang family went to the dock to greet them, while the women greeted them at the second gate, making Ye Jiayao feel like a concubine returning home to visit her relatives.

Surrounded by everyone, I first went to Weishan Hall to pay a visit to my grandparents.

As soon as my grandmother saw Ye Jiayao, she burst into tears and hugged her and cried bitterly... My poor child, my poor Xuan'er... Those wicked and heartless people, those vicious and evil women...

Crying and cursing at the same time.

Ye Jiayao knew that her grandmother really loved her. Fang was the only daughter in the Fang family, the apple of her grandmother's eye. But she died at such a young age. Her grandmother transferred all her love to her. The few years she spent at her grandmother's house were the happiest time for her so far. Thinking that she would almost never see this kind grandmother again, Ye Jiayao couldn't help crying.

Everyone in the room was very happy, but when they saw the grandfather and nephew hugging each other and crying, they couldn't help but think of Fang who had passed away, and they also showed a look of melancholy.

It was Fang Wen who came out to persuade her, and finally the grandmother stopped crying. She took Ye Jiayao's hand and asked her to sit next to her. Only then did Xia Chunyu have the opportunity to step forward and greet her.

The grandmother had heard from the eldest brother Fang Xiaolian that this niece's son-in-law was not only of noble status, but also had a precious sincerity towards Xuan'er. Now that she saw that he was such a handsome man, the more she looked at him, the more she liked him and gave him a big red envelope.

Xia Chunyu was too embarrassed to accept it, and his grandmother pretended to be unhappy, but she couldn't hide the smile in her eyes and eyebrows: "Given by elders, you can't refuse. This is my grandmother's heart, how dare you refuse it?"

Xia Chunyu was stunned and thought, it seems that Yaoyao is like her grandmother and likes to threaten people. However, such threats sound like love, so Xia Chunyu gladly accepted them.

Ye Jiayao pouted and said, "Grandma is too partial. How come he has me and I don't?"

Grandma laughed: "You narrow-minded girl, when did grandma lose you?" Then she took off a pair of jade bracelets on her hand and put them on Ye Jiayao's hand.

Ye Jiayao was surprised. This was something her grandmother had worn all her life. She said hurriedly, "Grandma, Xuan'er was just joking."

Grandmother looked at her wrist, which was as white as snow, and her smile was filled with sadness: "This was originally intended for your mother, but now it belongs to you."

Afterwards, Ye Jiayao stayed to chat with the other female relatives, and Xia Chunyu was dragged by the man to the living room to talk.

Only then did Ye Jiayao have the opportunity to take a good look at the people in her family. She recognized her eldest aunt, second aunt, and third aunt, as well as her two older cousins. They all played together when she was in Zhenjiang. Although girls change a lot when they grow up, they are still generally recognizable. There are a few new faces in the house.

The aunt introduced them one by one: "This is your eldest cousin's wife, Jin, and this is your second cousin's wife, Xiao..."

The family is becoming more and more prosperous, and Ye Jiayao is also very happy.

After recognizing the whole person, my grandmother began to ask how the marquis and his wife treated her. The family of the marquis was noble and out of reach, and my grandmother was afraid that they were snobbish and would look down on her niece.

Ye Jiayao smiled and said, "Grandma, you can rest assured. My father-in-law and mother-in-law are both reasonable people. What's more, I am so well-behaved. They all like me."

Grandmother said with a smile: "I haven't seen you for a few years. You are getting more and more cunning. Do you really praise yourself like this?"

Ye Jiayao smiled secretly. She could only act so unscrupulously in front of her grandmother.

Fang Wen smiled and said, "Madam, Xuan'er is capable now! We can't even imagine it."

But my grandmother said, "Being capable is something that has to be forced out. Girls are delicate flowers that people hold in their hands and cherish. If other people were not unreliable, would she need to work so hard?"

Ye Jiayao felt very warm in her heart. Only someone who truly loved her would think of her from this perspective.

"Grandma, the hardship is only temporary and it will get better slowly. This time when I came here, my mother-in-law specifically told me to say hello to grandpa and grandmother on her behalf, and asked you to visit Jinling when you are free. She has also prepared many gifts for you." Ye Jiayao said.

When my grandmother heard this, she felt relieved. The Marquis's wife was very polite and it was obvious that she valued Xuan'er.

Then, we chatted about some family matters. There were five large tables for dinner and everyone enjoyed themselves very much.

After dinner, Ye Jiayao took the time to sort out the gifts and gave them out one by one.

Chunyu Bei's gift was very generous, both in quantity and weight. Ye Jiayao roughly estimated that it would be several thousand taels. Now that all his earnings were handed over to her, he did not ask her for money. It was probably his personal belongings. Looking at what Youshi prepared for her grandmother, it turned out to be two ginseng roots over a hundred years old, which were indeed precious and could not be bought even with silver.

Afterwards, she continued to talk with her grandmother until the evening. Fang Wen reminded her several times, hinting that the old lady should rest, but the old lady was still reluctant to leave. They hadn't seen each other for so many years, and she had a lot to say. It was not until Fang Wen said that Ye Jiayao had worked hard on the journey that the old lady let her go.

Back in her room, the finest silver charcoal was already burning vigorously, and the room was warm. After washing up, Ye Jiayao lay comfortably on the soft and fragrant bedding. For the first time, she felt that talking to others was tiring.

Xia Chunyu actually came back later than her, but he was in good spirits and did not look tired at all. Instead, he looked very happy.

Qiao Xi wanted to serve him tea, but Xia Chunyu waved his hand and said, "No, I'm already full of water."

Qiao Xi then withdrew.

"What are you talking about? You're so talkative. I was worried that you'd be bored." Ye Jiayao said sympathetically. After all, she didn't know most of these people.

Xia Chunyu lay on his side on the bed, smiling and saying, "How can it be boring? Grandfather is in good spirits, your eldest uncle is familiar with you, your second uncle is very talkative and humorous, your third uncle is quite knowledgeable, and your cousins ​​are all good. It can be seen that the Fang family has a very good family tradition and a prosperous scene. Talking to them, there is no worry, and it will not be boring."

"Such a high evaluation!" Ye Jiayao was very happy that he said that. The Fang family has always been harmonious and united. The children of the Fang family are all serious about studying or learning the ways of business.

Xia Chunyu pursed his lips and smiled, "It would be great if the Marquisate could be like the Fang Family. Well, let me tell you something. Tonight I met your third uncle's seventh cousin, who is also a good student. Although he is only thirteen this year, his essays and handwriting are very mature. So I suggested that he also go to the Jinling Imperial Academy, just in time to keep Zhongyuan company. Anyway, it's no problem to have one or two."

"Are you talking about Fang Minrui?"

"Yes!"

"I heard my grandmother praise him too. Since you also said he's good, then he must be right." Ye Jiayao was happy that the Fang family had such a talent.

Xia Chunyu squinted his eyes and looked at her, then suddenly sneered: "When I said I would help Minrui, you were happy, but when I said I would help Zhongyuan, you reacted indifferently. Zhongyuan is your brother."

Ye Jiayao curled her lips and said, "It's true that Zhongyuan is my brother, but he was born to Ning, and I just feel uncomfortable."

Seeing her pouty lips that looked like they could hold a bottle of oil on them, Xia Chunyu couldn't help but reach out and pinch her lips, saying with a smile, "You are so narrow-minded. Ning is Ning, and Zhongyuan is Zhongyuan. You can't generalize just because Ning is not good. Didn't a dishonest man like your father give birth to a good daughter like you?"

"It's different. Nature plays a certain role, but the key also depends on the environment and education in which you grow up. I grew up in the Fang family, and Ye Binghuai and Ning never taught me anything." Ye Jiayao disagreed.

Xia Chunyu said patiently, "Your father was very strict with Zhongyuan. He wanted him to pass the imperial examination and pursue a career in government, so he was very concerned about him. He was afraid that he would be spoiled by Ning, so he let him live alone when he was six years old. Therefore, Zhongyuan was not greatly influenced by Ning, and he was well-educated and well-mannered. I think your father did the right thing in this matter."

Ye Jiayao knew that it was wrong to look at people with tinted glasses, but she just said stubbornly: "I hope you didn't make a mistake."

Xia Chunyu said conceitedly: "Except for your ability to find a husband, you are not as good as me in other aspects."

Ye Jiayao rolled her eyes at him and said, "You only have good eyesight when it comes to finding a wife! Who hired Manager Lu?"

Xia Chunyu was speechless. Damn it, I had misjudged her this time and she had caught me.

Now Ye Jiayao was feeling proud. She raised her chin and glared at him sideways. "Do you dare to show off in front of me?"
"Oh, I'm sleepy. I'm going to wash up and go to bed early. My uncle will take me to see the Fang family vinegar factory tomorrow." Xia Chunyu ran away.

Ye Jiayao thought of the sour smell in the vinegar factory. Most people couldn't stand it after entering, especially the fermentation workshop, which could make people faint. Should she remind him?
Never mind, let him go and see for himself! It’s a rare experience!

When Xia Chunyu came out of the bathroom, Ye Jiayao had already fallen asleep. Seeing her sleeping soundly, her fair and tender little face was made pink by the hot steam. She was so adorable that he couldn't help but sneer. She could really sleep like a little pig. She had been sleeping all the way and couldn't wake up.

Xia Chunyu took off his clothes quietly, turned off the lights, went to bed, carefully put his arms under her neck, hugged her gently, and closed his eyes.

The next morning, Xia Chunyu followed his three uncles to the vinegar factory, while Ye Jiayao had to deal with the Fang family relatives who came after hearing the news, such as aunts and grandmothers. Some of them were not from Zhenjiang, but had set off yesterday to come and see her. Of course, a large part of the reason was because of her current status. Although they were not asking her to do anything, it was always good to make friends.

Fortunately, the Fang family's house was big and could accommodate so many people, but poor Fang Wen was busy going in and out without a break. And Ye Jiayao couldn't cook a good meal for her grandparents because she was surrounded by people and couldn't get away. She had to keep smiling, and the muscles on her face were stiff from smiling.

Ye Jiayao deeply felt that socializing was really a chore!
(End of this chapter)