Rebirth: The Courtyard Bride Is Cool and Radiant

Chapter 533: Chapter 533: Really Got to Hand it to You Guys

Hearing Jiang Jingya’s words, the crowd exchanged puzzled looks. Who started the rumor that the Huo Family had disdained that young sent-down youth and even chased her away in the middle of the night?

At this moment, those families on good terms with the Huo Family all gathered around Jiang Jingya. "Jingya, did your daughter-in-law really make this dress?"

Jiang Jingya was open-minded and didn’t pay much attention to one’s background. As long as her son liked the girl, she was willing to accept her. After all, the person who would spend a lifetime with her son was his wife, so it was important to find someone compatible.

Since her son had chosen her and their marriage report had been approved, she was, of course, her daughter-in-law. "Yes, she’s quite thoughtful."

An elderly lady who was used to throwing her weight around in the compound approached. "Since Chief Huo’s family has taken a liking to that sent-down youth, why did you send her away then?"

Once Jiang Jingya recognized the voice of this old lady, a flicker of disgust crossed her face. There was no idle matter that the old lady wouldn’t meddle in. Bluntly, Jiang Jingya retorted, "That’s a rather funny question. My daughter-in-law just came for a visit, had a meal, and got acquainted with our home. Naturally, she had to return home.

She couldn’t possibly stay at her in-laws’ house for half a month on her first visit like your second granddaughter-in-law did, could she? That would certainly make her a laughingstock."

The old lady had not expected Jiang Jingya to retort so directly, and her old face stiffened. "Why do you speak like that? We’re talking about your Old Four’s intended; what’s the need to bring up my second granddaughter-in-law?"

Jiang Jingya wasn’t about to indulge her. "You lot truly like to stick your noses into everything, worrying about whose daughter-in-law stays overnight on their first visit. You really have too much free time."

The old lady, reminded of her own second granddaughter-in-law, fumed. She wanted to say something but dared not fully offend Jiang Jingya. She was afraid Jiang Jingya would go back and whisper into Huo Shanhe’s ear, possibly affecting her son’s future, which would not be good at all.

She rolled her eyes at Jiang Jingya. "I was just showing some concern; if you don’t want to talk about it, then drop it."

As she turned to leave, she heard Jiang Jingya say, "My daughter-in-law is originally from Beijing; she was just a sent-down youth in Ji Province. She came to visit us out of politeness after returning to Beijing. Naturally, she needed to return home after the visit. What’s there to discuss? I’ve really had it with you all."

She had not wished to say so much, but she knew the power of rumors. She didn’t want her daughter-in-law to be the subject of gossip before even being formally married into the family.

Besides, she was only speaking the truth. If anyone still wanted to stir up trouble, they shouldn’t blame Jiang Jingya for exposing them.

Yunyi could never have imagined that just visiting the Huo Family would stir up so much commotion.

As Yunyi and Jingrui were leaving the station, someone called out to them, "Brother Huo, Sister-in-law, over here, over here!"

Following the voice, Yunyi looked over and saw Guo Qiming standing in the crowd at the station, waving at them.

She looked up at Huo Jingrui. "Did you call him?"

Huo Jingrui, with one hand carrying luggage and the other protecting Yunyi, replied, "Hmm, we just missed the bus back to the county, and I didn’t want you to have to squeeze onto a coach; it’s too uncomfortable."

As they spoke, Guo Qiming had already squeezed his way over and smoothly took the luggage. "Brother Huo, Sister-in-law, let’s go grab a bite first, then I’ll drive you back to the county."

Huo Jingrui checked the time. "It’s getting late; let’s skip the meal."

Guo Qiming was about to say something more, but Huo Jingrui interrupted, "Even so, you’ll have to drive back in the dark. It’ll be too late; I wouldn’t be at ease."

Qiming naturally understood Brother Huo was looking out for him. Especially since he had a business trip early the next morning, he really couldn’t afford any delays. "Alright, we’ll do as Brother Huo says. Next time you come to the city, I’ll definitely treat you to a proper meal."