Pei's mother couldn't control her hand well for a moment, which made Bai Xiao frown, but Pei's mother embarrassedly blocked her way.
Bai Xiao looked at Pei's mother, her expression was not good, because Pei's mother was still holding her hand.
Pei's mother saw that Bai Xiao was dressed formally and the room was filled with relatives from the Yu family. How could she let Bai Xiao go in to cause trouble?
"Are you okay?" Bai Xiao asked.
Mother Pei let go of her hands angrily, and folded her hands on her waist: "Why are you here?" She tried to keep her tone gentle and casual.
Bai Xiao couldn't say he hated Pei's mother very much, but he also lost the respect he used to treat her like his mother.
Bai Xiao nodded to her and said, "I'm here to meet someone."
"Meeting someone?" Mother Pei's face seemed calm, but her heart was full of twists and turns: "Meeting someone?"
"This is my own private matter." Bai Xiao replied calmly.
Pei's mother looked embarrassed after hearing this. She looked at the cold-faced Bai Xiao in front of her. She no longer had the posture of a little girl squatting next to her, knocking her legs for her, raising her face and comforting her softly. In other words,
Bai Xiao just put up a wall of heart against her. Thinking of this, Pei's mother felt mixed feelings.
Seeing that Pei's mother refused to get out of the way, Bai Xiao probably guessed what Pei's mother was thinking and said, "What you are worried about will not happen."
When Pei's mother heard what she said, she felt even more uneasy. She recalled Pei Qiyou's question to her yesterday. When had her son ever spoken to her like that when he was so old? With such sad and disappointed eyes and reproachful tone, she tossed and turned at night, saying that she would talk to her son.
After much thought, she could only think of Bai Xiao as the person to complain.
If Bai Xiao is really unwilling...how could she allow an accident to happen on such an important day?
Pei's mother clasped her hands and said to Bai Xiao, "How have you been living alone outside recently?"
Bai Xiao hummed lightly and said, "If you have nothing else to do, please give way."
"Xiao Xiao, if you encounter any difficulties in life, you can come to me." Mother Pei's sudden words made Bai Xiao look at her sideways. Mother Pei simply stopped following Bai Xiao: "Today I pray for you and Yi.
Wei is engaged. You should know, Yi Wei is the granddaughter of this family."
Before Bai Xiao could speak, Pei's mother continued: "Xiao Xiao, you have always been a good girl who understands things. I believe you will find your own happiness."
...So, please stop pestering my family to pray for blessings.
Bai Xiao heard the implication of Jiang Yingmei's words. She couldn't believe it and was a little frustrated. She turned cold and said, "What I just said was very clear."
"One more thing, maybe you don't know yet, I already have a boyfriend." Bai Xiao was so angry that she stopped using honorifics.
Pei's mother was stunned. She didn't expect that Bai Xiao would speak more straightforwardly than she did, and the word "boyfriend" pierced her nerves.
People are probably always like this. When others covet your treasures, you will be cautious and vigilant. When someone suddenly tells you that she also has treasures, so she dismisses yours, not only will you not feel relieved, but you will also feel relieved.
You will feel lost, and even feel uncomfortable in a different way.
Now Jiang Yingmei heard that Bai Xiao "Pipa hugs another person", she probably felt this way.
She smiled awkwardly: "Really?"
Mother Pei connected Bai Xiao's preface and last words, and then she remembered that there was a relative in the house on the Yu family's side, a man in his forties or fifties, who looked like a short winter melon.
I can't find a good wife, but I recently found a young girl.
Then I thought of Bai Xiao’s roommate who liked to hang around among old men...she was probably the one who introduced him to Bai Xiao.
Mother Pei's eyes changed when she looked at Bai Xiao, but she said dry words against her will: "That's not bad...not bad..."
"Why don't you come in?" A man's deep and magnetic voice sounded behind Mother Pei. When she turned around, she saw Yu Shaoting walking over.
Yu Shaoting walked up to Bai Xiao, took out his right hand from his trouser pocket and put it on Bai Xiao, then nodded to Pei's mother with a calm expression.
Mother Pei looked at the two people standing side by side, unable to recover from her surprise. Her eyes finally settled on the big hand with clear joints on Bai Xiao's shoulder, and she spoke a little awkwardly: "You...you guys?" That was questioning.
The tone of voice may be too reluctant to believe that the boyfriend Bai Xiao said was Yu Shaoting.
Bai Xiao took the initiative to explain: "This is my boyfriend, Yu Shaoting. You must have met him, right?"
"Let's go in first." The expression on Yu Shaoting's face remained the same, but his tone was still polite. Mother Pei nodded quickly: "Okay."
Only Jiang Yingmei knows how bitter the word "good" feels when it wraps around the tip of her tongue...
Looking at the two people walking away together, Pei's mother lost her mind in a daze. She sprained her foot when going down the steps. Fortunately, a helper passing by helped her: "Be careful!"
"It's okay...it's okay." Mother Pei waved her hands and stood firm, but her tumbling emotions could not calm down for a long time.
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Outside the door, Yu Shaoting held Bai Xiao in his arms. When they entered the house, Bai Xiao subconsciously held Yu Shaoting's arm, looking like a little bird clinging to him.
It was the Yu family's home court at noon, so there weren't many people coming from the man's side, and Bai Xiao didn't see any familiar faces since he entered the room.
Yu Jingxi sprang out from nowhere, holding two arrowhead mushrooms in his small hands. He looked at Bai Xiao with some annoyance: "Slower than a turtle!"
They arrived not too late, and there were not too many guests.
But because of Yu Jingxi's clear childish voice, the guests who were sitting or standing all looked towards the door, many of them showing surprise.
Obviously no one knew in advance that one of the bachelors in the Yu family would bring back a female companion. Several people looked at Bai Xiao with their heads next to each other and whispered in low voices.
Bai Xiao felt uncomfortable being stared at by them and wanted to let go of Yu Shaoting, but he held the back of his hand and looked down at her: "Where do you want to go?"
"No." Bai Xiao answered honestly, "I'm just a little nervous."
"Just a little bit?"
Bai Xiao raised her head and looked into his eyes that seemed to be able to see through people's thoughts. Her cheeks felt hot and she tightened her sleeves: "A little more."
Yu Shaoting looked at her face, seemingly very interested, and a faint smile appeared on his lips. For a moment, Bai Xiao interpreted the word "affectionate" from his eyes, but it seemed that it was her
hallucination, and when he looked again, his eyes looked normal.
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"Shaoting, this is..." Yu Shaoting's sister-in-law Yao Jing came over and looked at Bai Xiao with surprise and joy.
Bai Xiao had met her before, that time in the East Palace, and she smiled lightly at Yao Jing out of politeness.
Yu Shaoting squeezed Bai Xiao's hand and asked instead, "Where is my mother?"
Yao Jing didn't miss Yu Shaoting's little actions. The family had long been accustomed to his temper, so she said with a smile: "We are chatting in the small room upstairs!"
In fact, Yao Jing came here to catch Yu Jingxi. The little guy just entered the house and wandered around. The young married woman with no children liked her so much that she wanted to play with the little guy for a while but was embarrassed to say anything, so she let her go.
The kitchen brought people over, but unexpectedly the little guy slipped to the door again.
Yu Jingxi rolled her round black eyes, held two arrowroot mushrooms in her hands, and moved close to Bai Xiao: "I may be a little busy now."
Bai Xiao smiled sheepishly at Yao Jing, and his hand was already touching Yu Jingxi's little head, and the curly hair was soft and fluffy.
Yao Jing did not force anyone to make things difficult for her. She was quite pleased to see her child clinging to Bai Xiao so much. After chatting for a few words, she went to help entertain the guests.
Bai Xiao was sure of one thing. It seemed that none of the relatives of the Yu family knew about his relationship with Su Manrong.
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Mrs. Yu knew last night that Bai Xiao would come with her younger son today.
The old man didn't call her to order her what to do these days, and there was also the "threat" of her young son. The old lady felt that her life was not easy, so she calculated the time and felt that Bai Xiao was almost there.
When he comes, he hides in the small room upstairs to avoid being forced by his wife and son to act like a stranger inside and outside.
When she saw Yu Shaoting leading Bai Xiao in, the old lady twitched her lips, wondering why she was still in trouble even though she had avoided it?
Bai Xiao was actually very uneasy. After all, today was a different day. There were so many guests coming to the Yu family. Even though Yu Shaoting was by her side to protect her, she was still worried about the attitude of Chief of Staff Yu and Mrs. Yu towards her, especially last time.
She also contradicted the old lady in the cafe.
Sitting there chatting with Mrs. Yu were two old ladies of about the same age.
When he saw the girl following Yu Shaoting, his eyes lit up: "Mistress, is this your girlfriend?"
"Sister, doesn't your third child have a partner? She is such a beautiful girl, what else do you have to worry about?"
Old Mrs. Yu is not a sycophantic person, but she is not stupid either. She would never say something embarrassing to Bai Xiao in front of everyone. That would embarrass not only Bai Xiao, but also the Yu family, so, listen
When my sister-in-law said this, she laughed twice and did not respond directly.
Yu Jingxi had been following Bai Xiao step by step. Seeing this, he ran to Mrs. Yu.
The old lady hadn't seen her sweet grandson for several days, so she immediately hugged her and said, "I miss grandma so much. Do you miss grandma?"
Yu Jingxi glanced at Bai Xiao, sat on the old lady's lap, and gave the two mushrooms in his hand to the old lady: "Grandma, these are given to you by Xiaobai."
Two arrowroot mushrooms were warmed by small hands.
How could Mrs. Yu believe that Bai Xiao would give her this gift? However, her grandson's love and protection for Bai Xiao also made the old lady even more confused.
Bai Xiao was slightly embarrassed when she heard what Yu Jingxi said. Yu Shaoting hugged her shoulders and said, "She is thin-skinned, please forgive me."
Another old woman looked at Mrs. Yu jokingly: "My mistress is so fond of others! My second sister-in-law, you can laugh even in your dreams!"
Old Mrs. Yu is a person who has a good reputation. She is often criticized for her two sons. Now after hearing these words, she was inevitably a little carried away.
"He doesn't know how to care for people. With his bad temper, I'd be thankful that the little girl didn't scare away by him."
Yu Shaoting smiled lightly. Such a pleasant look was really unusual. The two elders couldn't help but look at Bai Xiao a few more times.
Although I am a little younger and a little cautious, if I can control my mistress's temper, that's good. At least she is much better than my previous wife!
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Not long after, Yu Shaoting was called away, and Bai Xiao was left behind by the two old ladies. Yu Jingxi jumped off Mrs. Yu's legs and rubbed against Bai Xiao.
Bai Xiao chatted with the two old ladies for a while. Yu Jingxi shouted that he needed to pee, so he took him to the bathroom.
After Bai Xiao closed the door and went out, the two old women approached Mrs. Yu who had been silent.
"You are a pretty little daughter-in-law! Although her family background is quite average, she doesn't have the airs of those wealthy ladies. She is willing to chat with us old ladies."
Old Mrs. Yu is a mute and eats Coptis chinensis, unable to express her sufferings. She thinks to herself: Haven't you noticed that this little daughter-in-law looks similar to her eldest daughter-in-law?
An old woman nudged Mrs. Yu’s elbow: “Tsk, why, do you still look down on her?”
"no……"
Another interrupted Mrs. Yu: "If a young lady is willing to talk to her mistress or second sister-in-law, she should be content if she doesn't talk too much with my sister-in-law."
Mrs. Yu: "..."
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When Bai Xiao took Yu Jingxi to the bathroom, he unexpectedly ran into Mrs. Pei coming upstairs.
Mrs. Pei came here specifically to say hello to Mrs. Yu. She was raising her hands to smooth the silvery hair on her temples, when she saw Bai Xiao's face suddenly changed with fright.
Bai Xiao didn't say hello to her, but went into the adjacent bathroom with Yu Jingxi and closed the door.
"Why is she here?" Old Mrs. Pei turned to ask Aunt Rong who was supporting her eagerly, and Aunt Rong was obviously surprised.
Mrs. Pei pushed her: "Go and call Aying over here!"
Before Bai Xiao and the others came out of the bathroom, Jiang Yingmei came upstairs. Aunt Rong had already told her what happened. She immediately took Old Mrs. Pei to the corner. Old Mrs. Pei couldn't wait to ask: "Is she here?"
What to do? Why didn't you stop me? Do you want your son to get engaged today?"
