Chapter 312: Chapter 292: Preaching_1
“Why on earth did you have to provoke her?”
Xiao Yeyang shook his head at Yan Wenxiu, who was left speechless by the scolding.
“Exactly, brother!”
Yan Wenkai stepped forward, patted his older brother’s shoulder, and spoke earnestly, “Don’t you know our sister by now? She’s clever, quick-witted, and articulate. It would be another thing if she wasn’t in the right, but this time, she clearly was. Could you really out-talk her?”
“Now you’ve gotten an earful, haven’t you?”
Deserved!
Just as Yan Wenxiu opened his mouth to speak, Xiao Yeyang looked over and said, “Daohua is different from other girls. Why do you always try to bind her with the standards of others? Can’t you just let her be happy and live freely?”
He didn’t see confronting the merchant’s son as a big deal at all.
Moreover, Daohua had been quite polite; she didn’t name names or directly embarrass anyone, just meandered through a few words of criticism—what was the harm in that?
Yan Wenkai immediately nodded in agreement, “That’s right, big brother. Girls have delicate thoughts and think more deeply than us. We should indulge her more in normal times. Why would you seek discomfort?”
Hearing this, Su Hongxin immediately joined in with a laugh, “Not bad, Yan Wenkai. I didn’t expect you to be so tender and protective towards women.”
Yan Wenkai gloated, “I’ve only got one sister, of course I spoil her.”
Yan Wenxiu immediately looked over, “What are you talking about? What do you mean ‘only one sister’? Where do you put Yiyi and the others?”
Yan Wenkai paused, then awkwardly chuckled, “Slip of the tongue, slip of the tongue. I meant to say ‘only one legitimate sister’.” He finished speaking and murmured quietly, “Anyway, I only like my big sister.”
Seeing his reaction, Yan Wenxiu shook his head and sighed, about to say something when Dong Yuanxuan came over and patted him on the shoulder as well, “Wenxiu, having a sister like Yan’s sister, it’s fine to spoil her a bit more. I think it’s good to protect family members this way.”
He was very indulgent towards Yuanyao.
Born into an aristocratic family, he felt his sister’s carefree and joyful smile was precious, with the many fetters she had to bear. He liked to see his sister smile and wanted to protect her smile forever.
With that, he sighed deeply.
“Nowadays, our sisters are growing up day by day and won’t be at home much longer. Spoil them a bit more, it’s all right!”
Yan Wenxiu’s lips moved, about to speak, when Zhou Chengye walked over and said in a meaningful way, “I know you’re afraid that making too much fuss will affect the relationship between the Yan and the Feng families. When it comes to these families being engaged, for trivial issues, it’s often best to turn a blind eye.”
“But for today’s matter, I still have to take Yan’s sister’s side.”
“Your family is simple—with only two concubines for your father, you may not understand the pettiness between women. My mother is formidable, isn’t she? Yet, she too has had her share of grievances from my father’s concubines.”
“Let me tell you, there is nothing simple about women. That Sun family girl clearly had no good intentions. If we indulge her now, who knows what trouble may arise later.”
“Some people need to be put in their place, not endlessly cajoled, especially since the Feng family is clearly clinging to your family’s status. To treat your cousin so poorly, indeed, it’s quite improper.”
Yan Wenxiu stood there stunned, bombarded successively by everyone, and grew a little withdrawn.
Had he really done anything wrong? Wasn’t he just looking out for the faces of his uncle and aunt, concerned about escalating the situation, and simply advised his big sister?
First scolded by his big sister and now consecutively barraged by friends, he was not given a chance to speak.
Yan Wenxiu took a deep breath. Although he had been lectured, he took to heart what everyone said.
Most of all, his big sister’s words deeply moved him.
He knew he had many flaws because his upbringing was sheltered and he sometimes lacked thoroughness in his considerations. Though his father had concubines, his mother had never uttered any complaints before him, to the extent that he had never really considered his mother’s feelings.
Reflecting on it now, he had been truly unfilial.
His big sister had clashed with their father several times, and at the heart of it, it was to defend their mother every single time.
And what about him?
He had never defended his mother!
Thinking of this, Yan Wenxiu’s heart was filled with regret.
Seeing Yan Wenxiu silent and not speaking, Xiao Yeyang and the others didn’t say anything either, just watching Daohua and the others fly kites in the distance while smiling and talking about other things.
Not far away, Feng Hao’s expression fluctuated, his gaze constantly following the joyous blue figure on the grass.
Although the words of the Yan Family girl were somewhat impertinent, there was no denying their clarity.
Glancing at the nephew beside him who was silent, Feng Hao said indifferently, “Don’t blame Miss Yan for her harsh words, if it hadn’t been for them, I would have had a few words for you too.”
“Attracting a girl’s affection shows your charm, but the inability to decline a girl’s advances shows your incompetence.”
“When it comes to acting, one must never hesitate unduly; there are only so many chances to ascend in life, and if you waver, you are likely to miss out on those opportunities.”
“The Li Family has only risen in the last two or three years, lacking in depth and connections. They need the support of the Feng Family in the business world, otherwise, the marriage with Miss Li would be ruined by you.”
“Miss Yan spoke well; since both families have their own needs, you should take up your share of responsibility.”
“I don’t care whether you have true feelings for Miss Sun or not, just remember that you can’t have both fish and bear’s paw. Once you choose one, discard the other promptly.”
“Throughout history, those who coveted more than they had, their end was never good.”
“In this branch of the family, it’s all on you. If you don’t maintain a good relationship with your wife’s family, you really will end up a lonely man.”
Listening to these words, Feng Liangji was deeply moved. Once Feng Hao finished speaking, he bowed deeply, “Thank you for the lesson, Uncle; Liangji realizes his mistake.”
Feng Hao nodded, not saying anything more.
Some things are best left unsaid, too much talk can become annoying.
Feng Liangji looked at Feng Hao, then turned his head to glance at Little Prince and the others not far to the left, paused for a moment, and then looked over to Sun Yongyi and his group a few meters to the right, he couldn’t help but sigh inwardly.
Is this the difference between merchant families and aristocratic families?
Merchants tend to focus on immediate and superficial issues, while aristocratic families go straight to the essence, emphasizing much longer-term benefits. Even the knowledgeable and insightful girl from the Yan Family is astonishing.
Now he finally understood why merchants, even at great expense, sought connections with aristocratic families.
With different levels come different considerations, and sometimes a few words can benefit someone for a lifetime.
This time, he truly benefited.
“Yiyi, my kite is higher than yours, I win!”
“That doesn’t count, my kite just fell down. Wait a moment, my pig head will definitely fly higher than yours.”
“Hahaha, that’s just hilarious. Eagles are natural high-flyers, how could your pig head ever beat mine?”
“Heroes are not judged by their origins; a pig head can soar to the skies too.”
Hearing the competitive voices in the distance, Xiao Yeyang and the others had smiles on their faces.
On Feng Hao’s side, he too watched intently, looking at the happily running blue figure on the grass.
One moment arguing with his brother, and the next laughing and playing with friends, such a person must have a very open heart.
Yiyi…
It’s indeed a good name!