Cecilia Gu knew that Charles Yin had something urgent to handle, so she nodded and said, "Sure! It's rare for me to go out, so of course I want to have some fun."
When Cecilia Gu asked Mrs. Kerr if she could tour the Kerr residence, Mrs. Kerr happily agreed and had a maid show Cecilia around.
Helen Jiang stood together with Emma Yin, her gaze was fixed on Cecilia Gu's back.
What happened just now had completely humiliated Emma Yin.
Helen Jiang never intended to get involved with the Kerr Family anyway. Besides, she knew this mess was made by both of them. If she distanced herself from Emma Yin now, it would break Emma's heart, which wouldn't help her plans.
She didn't plan to marry into the Kerr Family anyway, so she wasn't afraid if they didn't like her!
The sight of Helen Jiang and Emma Yin standing together made Mrs. Kerr's eyes grow colder.
A mere adopted daughter of the Jiang Family actually dared to embarrass the Kerr Family.
Looks like this little girl's good days are over!
Mrs. Kerr immediately called Mrs. Jiang and politely declined the idea of an alliance between their families.
Soon, Mrs. Jiang found out what had happened at today's charity banquet.
Mrs. Jiang was so furious that she smashed the vase on the table!
"Well, Helen Jiang! Reckless and brazen!" Mrs. Jiang's face grew colder and more severe.
Her anger flared up quickly—and she calmed down just as fast.
She did spoil Helen Jiang, after all.
But only as the adopted daughter of the Jiang Family—not as the mistress of the Jiang Family!
No matter how much trouble Helen Jiang stirred up outside, Mrs. Jiang could tolerate it and clean up her messes.
But only if Helen Jiang didn't bring disaster to the Jiang Family!
And she absolutely couldn't fall for her own brother, Jiang Yihai!
Jiang Yihai was Mrs. Jiang's bottom line. Anyone who crossed it would face dire consequences!
Mrs. Jiang slowly sat down, her hands gripping the edge of the sofa tightly, her gaze flickering with intensity.
She had to ask her son: if Yihai harbored the same feelings towards Jiang Huinyin, then Jiang Huinyin could absolutely not stay!
Jiang Huinyin was just like a dog she raised.
It was only because she hadn't given birth to a daughter that Mrs. Jiang adopted a girl, trying to fill the void in her heart.
Although Jiang Huinyin was pampered in the Jiang Family, her future would only include a generous dowry, never any inheritance rights!
She could spoil this dog to the heavens—even if it bit someone outside, as long as it wasn't too serious, she'd handle it herself.
But what if this dog bit her own family?
Heh heh heh...
The first to destroy this dog would be her!
"Go, bring the young master here." Mrs. Jiang ordered coldly. "Tell him to wait for me in the study!"
The servant hurried off and quickly invited Jiang Yihai to the study.
Jiang Yihai had just returned home when he was brought straight to the study.
He had no idea what was going on. When he saw Mrs. Jiang's gloomy face, he thought something serious had happened at home.
"Mom, what's wrong? It's the New Year—why do you look so upset? Are you feeling unwell? I'll call the doctor right away." Seeing his mother's pale face, Jiang Yihai immediately said, "What’s with the butler? If he saw you like this, he should've called the doctor!"
Hearing her son's concern, Mrs. Jiang's expression softened considerably.
"I'm fine. Come here, I have something to ask you." Mrs. Jiang patted her son's shoulder. "Close the door."
Jiang Yihai obediently closed the door and sat down beside Mrs. Jiang.
Mrs. Jiang sat upright in her chair, her expression solemn as she looked at Jiang Yihai. "Yihai, you're the only heir of the Jiang Family. You should know how important every decision you make is to us."
Jiang Yihai felt a sudden pang in his heart. Had his mother discovered something?
Seeing Jiang Yihai's expression grow serious, Mrs. Jiang grew even more agitated.
If Jiang Huinyin really threatened to ruin Yihai, Mrs. Jiang truly wouldn't mind making Jiang Huinyin disappear from this world entirely!
"Mom, why so serious all of a sudden?" Jiang Yihai's handsome face flashed with helplessness. "Did I do something wrong?"
Mrs. Jiang looked at her son, and the more she looked, the more satisfied she felt.
Such a good son—how could she let another woman ruin him?
Mrs. Jiang asked earnestly, "Yihai, tell me honestly, what do you really think of Huinyin?"
Jiang Yihai hadn't expected his mother to bring up Jiang Huinyin.
Did something happen today?
Jiang Yihai's eyes flickered, and he dodged the question. "Mom, you're acting strange today. Huinyin is my sister, of course I want her to be happy. As her brother, I hope she finds a good home."
Mrs. Jiang was clearly very satisfied with Jiang Yihai's answer, but to be sure of his feelings, she pressed further, "You really only see her as a sister?"
Jiang Yihai suddenly understood!
So Mom had already noticed something!
Bitterness welled up in Jiang Yihai's heart. "Mom, what are you saying? Huinyin is my sister, and that will never change! Besides, you know I've always loved Yun Nuo. Even though she's gone, I still can't let her go. I guess, for the next couple of years, I won't be able to fulfill your wish for a grandson. Please, Mom, give me some time. Our Jiang Family has always loved deeply, just like Dad—he's always loved you, hasn't he? Even though you only had me, Dad never complained."
Mentioning her husband, Mrs. Jiang's expression immediately softened.
Yes, after all these years as husband and wife, they've always supported and leaned on each other.
There were so many temptations out there, but the two of them had never had a falling out.
Precisely because of this, Mrs. Jiang had never forced Yihai to get married.
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"What a pity about Miss Yun—such a brilliant girl," Mrs. Jiang sighed. "The Yun family had two daughters: one died young, and the other married into the Yin family early. Luckily, the second Miss Yun didn't marry far; our Jiang and Yin families are practically one family. I heard at the Shang family's charity event today, the second Miss Yun was graceful and dignified, earning universal praise. Compared to her, Huinyin..."
When Mrs. Jiang mentioned Jiang Huinyin, her expression changed again, her tone growing cold. "Yihai, Huinyin isn't young anymore. I think it's time to find her a good husband. The Shang family just called—they're not satisfied with Huinyin and don't want to marry into our Jiang family. Do you have any better ideas?"
Jiang Yihai instinctively asked, "Did Huinyin refuse them herself?"
"Whether she refused on her own or not, it doesn’t matter. That child’s ambitions have grown—looks like she can’t stay in the Jiang Family any longer." A cold glint flashed in Mrs. Jiang’s eyes. "Yihai, I’m going to marry her off. You don’t have any objections, do you?"
Hearing his mother wanted to marry off Jiang Huinyin, Jiang Yihai didn’t feel nervous—instead, he was relieved.
Mrs. Jiang saw this and nodded to herself in secret.
Her son hadn’t let her down!
As the Jiang Family heir, he absolutely couldn’t be ruined by an adopted daughter!
"Whatever Mom decides is fine," Jiang Yihai replied at once. "I have no objections."
Mrs. Jiang nodded with great satisfaction. "Good. Since you don’t object, that’s even better. In a few days, when the weather warms up, I’ll invite some relatives and young people of your generation to stay at the villa by the mountain for a few days. It’s about time we visited the hot spring resort."
Jiang Yihai nodded.
"When the time comes, I’ll invite a few eligible young men as guests. As the host, you’ll need to entertain them well," Mrs. Jiang continued. "To show how serious this invitation is, we can even ask the Yin Family to join us. With the Yin Family as our trump card, I’m sure plenty of people will come! Even if Huinyin is just an adopted daughter, she’s still good enough for a respectable match—even if not for a prestigious family."
Jiang Yihai laughed, "Alright, I’ll do whatever you say, Mom."
Mrs. Jiang was extremely pleased to see her son so understanding.
"Alright, go to the Shang Family and bring Huinyin back. Don’t let her embarrass herself there!" Mrs. Jiang slowly stood up. "She’ll stay home for the next few days and go nowhere else. You just focus on your own work—don’t worry about her."
"Yes, I understand." Jiang Yihai replied gently, "Mom, don’t worry. I’ll try to get Huinyin married off this very month. Leave this matter to me. You just rest and don’t trouble yourself over it. As your son, it’s my duty to ease your worries. I’m grown up now, so you shouldn’t have to work so hard anymore."
Mrs. Jiang patted Yihai’s shoulder with satisfaction. "My greatest pride in this life is having you as my son. Alright, I’ll leave everything to you! This time, no matter what, we’ll find Huinyin a good family. I’ve already started looking for suitable candidates. When the time comes, we’ll invite everyone to the hot spring resort so the young people can get to know each other better."
"Okay." Jiang Yihai saw Mrs. Jiang off, and as he turned around, a hint of hope flashed in his eyes.
If they went to the hot spring resort this time, could he invite Gu Xixi too?
She couldn’t soak in the hot springs, but the scenery there was beautiful.
She’d probably like it, wouldn’t she?
The hot spring resort was Mrs. Jiang’s private property, part of her dowry. It was halfway up the mountain, overlooking a stretch of beach, with fresh air and stunning views.
Even in winter, the scenery there was still just as beautiful.
Would she accept the invitation?
Jiang Yihai was immersed in his happiness, never realizing that at that very moment, Gu Xixi was being set up again by Jiang Huinyin and Yin Xuemo working together.
Gu Xixi was also frustrated—why did those two keep targeting her?
She’d always tried to be kind to others, but their paranoia was so severe that they just couldn’t leave her alone!