After Transmigration, I Picked Up A Husband and Daughter-Chapter 91 - Seeking Justice

Chapter 91: Chapter 91 Seeking Justice

Chapter 91: Chapter 91 Seeking Justice

Jiang Ziling, upon hearing the words, a flicker of astonishment flashed in his eyes before he lowered his head and silently continued to push around the rice in his bowl without speaking, as if all his emotions had sunk to the bottom of his heart with this silent gesture.

Seeing this, Su Yu softly added, “I guess he might be scared or something, but deep down, he still cares about you.”

Her intention was simple, hoping only to provide Jiang Ziling’s soul with a bit of solace, not to justify Mr. Jiang’s actions.

Unexpectedly, Jiang Ziling gently replied, “Ah Yu, no need to say more, I understand what you mean.”

This understanding made Su Yu pause, surprised that he had so keenly captured the emotions behind her words.

A complex look flashed in Jiang Ziling’s eyes as he continued, “The problems have accumulated over time and cannot be easily changed. From childhood, he never truly fulfilled his responsibilities as a father to both of us brothers. It was his neglect and indifference that allowed Lady Zhao’s behavior to grow ever more rampant. Every oversight was like driving a knife deeply into our hearts.”

His tone was calm, yet it couldn’t hide the loneliness deep in his bones.

Su Yu, hearing this, felt a surge of heartache, and couldn’t help but feel a flood of sympathy for the resilient man before her.

While she knew that she was powerless to change anything, all she could do was listen quietly and provide him with a meager amount of company.

What surprised Jiang Ziling himself was that although he usually wouldn’t confide his grievances, in front of Su Yu, it seemed as though he had opened up, and the buried bitterness and sorrows flowed out continuously like finding a breach.

Speaking of the time after his elder brother was injured, as well as his own experiences of cold stares and estrangement due to his limp, Jiang Ziling’s voice trembled slightly, yet it conveyed an extraordinary determination.

“At a time when everyone else shunned me, it was Xixi’s arrival that gave my life new meaning. A chance meeting by the river, two souls forgotten by the world came together—I decided almost without hesitation to keep her by my side, even if the whole world called me crazy. With her companionship, that loneliness and pain seemed bearable.”

Jiang Ziling forced a smile, which mingled bitterness and helplessness, causing Su Yu’s heart to ache immensely.

Meanwhile, Xixi, sensing Jiang Ziling’s mood, let go of her chopsticks which quietly fell to the ground as she gently leaned her head against Jiang Ziling’s shoulder, softly rubbing her tender face against him, silently conveying her most sincere comfort.

This scene was clear to Su Yu, who understood that even the smallest creature could feel the melancholy in Jiang Ziling’s heart, let alone her. This resonance made her even more resolved to stand by his side, offering the simplest form of support and companionship.

She smiled, her eyes curving into crescents, and gently placed a large, glistening piece of pork knuckle into Jiang Ziling’s bowl. The meat was plump and alluring.

Her voice was light and cheerful, as if a spring breeze were blowing past their ears, “One eats what one needs to heal—you need to strengthen your legs. Once you’re walking briskly, our little family of three, along with our Xiao Xixi, will enjoy a great feast, leaving others nothing but envy.”

“Alright!” Jiang Ziling grinned, his eyes twinkling with boundless hope and joy for the future, as if he already saw a scene of his family enjoying a warm, joyful feast together.

Bai Linger, sitting nearby, fixated her gaze on the meager dishes of broth with noodles and bland vegetables on the table, her eyes nearly bulging out in disbelief.

Despite the tantalizing smell of meat filling the air just moments ago, what was served was so meager, her face instantly darkened like a sky heavy with storm clouds.

“Look here, big sister,” Bai Linger spoke with a hint of displeasure in her voice, “To have rich and nutritious milk, one needs to eat something flavorful. Serving me these watery broths is simply too much.”

Fang Qin’s face flashed a hint of embarrassment upon hearing the words, and she hurriedly waved her hands in explanation, her tone revealing helplessness, “Ah, it’s just that mother-in-law was unwell and couldn’t go to the town to buy meat today, so please make do just for today.”

Fortunately, Lady Zhao hadn’t come down for the meal either; otherwise, given her temperament, she would definitely have scolded Bai Linger harshly.

Xie Xinghua always served her food directly to her room, and Dazhuang was snoring loudly at this moment, so only the four of them remained at the dining table, making the atmosphere particularly delicate.

Bai Linger gently parted her red lips, her voice tinged with dissatisfaction, “When I first stepped into the courtyard, the scent of the meat was utterly intoxicating, but now you say it’s not prepared, treating me like an outsider, unwilling to share even a bite?”

People often said that the Jiang Family had accumulated some wealth from hunting over the years, but it was unexpected that they would be so stingy with food, quibbling over a bowl of meat.

Although Fang Qin felt a profound displeasure, she dared not offend this lady and could only suppress her anger, patiently explaining, “What are you talking about? The scent you smelled must have been from my second brother’s family cooking meat. If I really had some, why wouldn’t I let you taste it?”

Bai Linger then reluctantly picked up her chopsticks, muttering, “The moment I smelled it, I knew it was meat stewed with Black Medicine. I thought you were hiding it and didn’t want to share with me.”

“How could I dare!”

Fang Qin hastily defended, her tone anxious, “Even if it really were, you couldn’t eat it during your breastfeeding period!”

“Why would you say that?”

Bai Linger, puzzled, responded, “Meat stewed with Black Medicine is most suitable for breastfeeding women. It not only replenishes blood but also smooths the flow of energy, enhancing the quantity and nutrition of breast milk, which is best for the child. During my confinement, mother-in-law stewed it for me daily. Look how strong our little boy has grown; isn’t that the best proof?”

“What?”

Fang Qin’s hand trembled involuntarily, causing her utensils to drop heavily onto the table with a clang, startling Jiang Youfu into involuntarily shrinking his neck like a startled bird.

Bai Linger was also startled by the sudden noise and frowned deeply, “What’s the matter with you?”

Fang Qin rued deeply, regretting being duped so easily by that tricky merchant, her rage seething from every pore.

Not only had it been a grueling day, but she had also spent two precious taels of silver, which she found hard to swallow.

This couldn’t end like this; she must confront that deceitful merchant and reclaim justice!

She abruptly rose from her chair, with such force that the chair slid backward, making a harsh screeching sound. Jiang Xunzhong, well aware of the complexities involved, understood Fang Qin’s suppressed anger was difficult to calm.

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He quickly stepped forward, his tone a mix of urgency and helplessness, attempting to soothe the impending storm, “Forget it, the situation is embarrassing enough, adding more trouble might just cause you more grief.”

Upon finishing, worry flickered in his eyes, as if foreseeing the possible turmoil ahead.

However, instead of calming down, Fang Qin’s anger intensified, her words tumbling out uncontrollably,