Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2520 - 2456: Sorting Out Priorities

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Previously on Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s...
Jiang Yingqiong questions Meng Xinian about whether Xiao Sixth has discussed his father, but soon reveals her true concern: his need for a wife to help shoulder the burdens of the expansive Jiang Family as Grandpa ages. She highlights Lu Shuangshuang's suitability, given her familiarity with aristocratic affairs and long stays at the Jiang home, which made it feel like her own. However, a recent call from Lu Shuangshuang reveals the old master's plan to bring her back to the Lu Family, stirring Jiang Yingqiong's suspicions of an underlying rift that could leave Xiao Sixth at a disadvantage.

To ensure Xiao Sixth stays well, avoid this approach; it'll exhaust and burden him greatly.

From Ying Qiong's perspective, Jiang Liu had left the Jiang Family years ago, departing as a mere teenager. Though sharp-minded at the time, his learning opportunities were limited.

Over those long years, scarcity of food and clothing plagued him. Likely, he picked up little knowledge, leaving him overwhelmed now upon returning.

He'll need to master numerous things anew. How can he possibly manage?

Ying Qiong fears Ah Liu is overly fixated on Jiang Xiao's feelings, worried she'll oppose the marriage, thus pinpointing the core problem at Jiang Xiao.

Truth be told, she's somewhat baffled.

Reason suggests Jiang Xiao isn't the child of the woman he cherished, nor did he raise her, so why does Ah Liu dote on her so intensely?

Wouldn't it make sense for him to treasure someone he's loved since youth, his cherished gem, by prioritizing her preferences and views?

While chatting on the phone with Meng Xinian, Li Hanzhong came back, loosening two shirt buttons and glancing her way.

Only after she ended the call did he inquire, "Speaking with Xinian?"

"More like I was talking to Little." Rising to her feet, Ying Qiong let out a sigh, "The earlier call from Shuangshuang stirred things up. Her words left me feeling uneasy."

Frowning, Li Hanzhong remarked, "As I mentioned before, allow Xiao Sixth to decide for himself. Don't meddle excessively."

"I never intended to meddle."

How could she be planning interference? She simply aimed to probe Jiang Xiao's true sentiments, whether she'd considered aiding Xiao Sixth.

At heart, she seeks clarity on if Jiang Liu's reluctance stems from weighing Jiang Xiao's opinions.

"If not meddling, why repeatedly seek Little's view?" Li Hanzhong chided mildly, "Such persistent questioning adds strain on Little as well."

"Yet suppose Xiao Sixth's aversion to marrying Shuangshuang truly hinges on her?"

"Even then, it's Xiao Sixth's decision alone. You're doubting his capabilities too, aren't you? Should he genuinely desire marriage to Lu Shuangshuang—be it from love or duty—he'll devise means to convince Little if that's his goal. No cause for your concern there."

As Li Hanzhong spoke, he moved to wash his hands for brewing tea.

The tea gifted by Jiang Xiao has become his daily ritual.

He notices a soothing ease in body and mind after sipping it, perhaps mere suggestion, yet the effect remains beneficial.

"So you believe Xiao Sixth truly has no wish to wed Shuangshuang?"

"It appears so."

Deeply perplexed, Ying Qiong wondered, "I fail to grasp it fully. When the betrothal was set years back, we consulted him, and he consented swiftly. He seemed quite pleased, even flushing at Shuangshuang's name—a sure sign of his affection. Then why the change now?"

While occupied, Li Hanzhong suggested, "Why not question him directly next time you meet."

"Shuangshuang might ring again though..."

"Mind your phrasing; you grasp the circumstances. Just keep in mind, your allegiance lies with Xiao Sixth." With a sigh, Li Hanzhong added, "I realize you've long viewed her as a future sister-in-law, but it's time to accept she's not."