The Double-Chapter 348 - 125: Trembling with Anger

After Jiang Li left Jiang Yuanbai’s study, Jiang Yuanbai did not seek her out again.

For the time being, calm was restored.

Ye Mingyu also stayed in the courtyard reserved for guests, not far from Jiang Li’s. Although Xue Huaiyuan is now an old man, it was impossible for him to live with Jiang Li in the Jiang Residence. Thus, Ye Mingyu shared lodgings with Xue Huaiyuan, which was fortunate since it was close enough for him to visit at any time.

Jiang Jingrui rushed over when he heard the news and, upon meeting her, couldn’t wait to say, "Jiang Li, I’ve heard all about what you did at Changan Gate. If I had known, I would have joined in the excitement too! With so many people, your father was previously fuming, but now he was persuaded by you in just a few words. Well done, I really underestimated you before, you’re becoming more and more capable."

Jiang Jingrui hadn’t changed a bit in the many days since they last met, still the same as always. Jiang Li inquired about the recent happenings in the Jiang Residence and found out that aside from Jiang Yue entering Marquis Ningyuan’s Mansion, there was nothing particularly special. She was reassured and sent him away.

Tonger walked into the room from the courtyard and indignantly said, "Miss, just now at the entrance to the courtyard, I saw a few sneaky people peering in again. Ming Yue and Qingfeng also said that from afternoon to evening, there were many inexplicable people around our courtyard. Lady Ji is starting trouble again. She can’t seem to sit still, we’ve just returned to the mansion, what is she planning to do?"

The inexplicable surveillance could only be the doing of Ji Shuran within the entire Jiang Residence. Jiang Li laughed and said, "Let her be, I have no time to deal with her right now. Besides, if she wants to find out something, whatever can be heard is already out there, and what can’t be heard, she won’t be able to find out from me. Don’t worry about it, better to rest early. The recent travels have been exhausting."

She climbed into her bed, and soon the lights in the room were extinguished.

In Fangfei Garden, the lights were out early, and Jiang Li went to rest quickly, but some in the Jiang Residence could not sleep.

Lady Ji massaged Jiang Yuanbai’s back and said worriedly, "My lord, what’s going on with Lili this time? Whatever she used to do, she always stirred things up within the mansion, but now she’s causing trouble outside. Others might end up blaming you."

Jiang Yuanbai furrowed his brow, having heard Jiang Li’s words that day. If there was anything that truly moved him, it was because the matter involved the Li Family. The Li Family had made their move so early, and if it was indeed them behind the scenes, Jiang Li’s actions seemed to be the best choice for now. Additionally, with Jiang Li making an appearance, it would certainly look better publicly.

With this in mind, he waved his hand and said, "You don’t need to worry about these things, I have my own plans."

Lady Ji’s hands tightened slightly as she massaged his shoulders, detecting the softening in Jiang Yuanbai’s tone. What exactly had Jiang Li said to him to cause such a swift change in his opinion? She remembered that at Phoenix Hall, Jiang Yuanbai had been furious over this matter.

But Lady Ji never questioned matters Jiang Yuanbai was unwilling to discuss, which was precisely her cleverness. Therefore, Lady Ji did not continue on this topic, instead, she changed the subject: "My lord, actually, I’m not too concerned about other matters. This time, Lili brought back the mad county magistrate to the mansion, which is fine. But today, I heard some rumors claiming that Lili treats this mad county magistrate as if he’s family, caring for him wholeheartedly, personally tending to his food and drink. Some say she shows even more concern than she does for you, my lord."

"Nonsense!" Upon hearing the last sentence, Jiang Yuanbai slammed the table and stood up, "What utter nonsense!"

Lady Ji quickly said, "My lord, please calm your anger. It’s just what I’ve heard from others. Lili has always been gentle and kind-hearted; it’s natural for her to feel compassion for the pitiable county magistrate. However, I don’t understand why she insists on doing these tasks herself when maids could do them. Could it be that Lili knows the mad county magistrate from before? Lili was well before, becoming entangled in the Tongxiang case; could there be some other hidden reasons?" fɾēewebnσveℓ.com

Jiang Yuanbai’s chest heaved violently, and it took a while before he calmed down, his eyes showing an uncertain look as if lost in thought.

Seeing this, Lady Ji did not speak further, a trace of triumph flashing through her mind.

Ever since she heard about the matter, she had harbored doubts herself. Despite Jiang Li always appearing gentle, generous, honest, and kind, she had lived long enough to see past the cool indifference and detachment in Jiang Li’s heart. Even towards the Jiang Residence, her ability to let go so easily, seemingly indifferent, was because she always treated the Jiang Residence as if she were just a "visitor." Hence for all the injustices she received from the Jiang Residence, Jiang Li would not harbor too much resentment.