She is busy all day long. You should learn something from her diligence. "

The mother spoke earnestly, with a firm tone that brooked no room for argument.

Wu Yue's eyes flashed with confusion. She had never expected that her mother would favor her sister-in-law Xie Di. She couldn't help but wonder who was her mother's real child? She was generous and spent money like water just for the family's face and harmony, but why was no one willing to stand up and say a fair word for her sacrifice?

"Mother, what does household chores have to do with my future marriage? It's not like I don't know how to manage it. Don't I usually help my sister-in-law with housework? My sister-in-law is an elder and has long been accustomed to all this. How can I, a junior, have the nerve to compete with her for her duties? Isn't this inappropriate?"

Although Wu Yue was dissatisfied in her heart, she still maintained due respect in her words. At the same time, she keenly noticed that Xie Di, as her sister-in-law, was not humble in household affairs, so she launched a gentle but powerful counterattack.

Facing Wu Yue's questioning, Xie Di did not show any panic: "Sister-in-law, you can't say that. When you were about to marry into a wealthy family in town and enjoy a good life, did I ever stop you from learning how to manage the household? I even paid for your dowry out of my own pocket, which was very kind of me. Now you say that, it's really chilling."

Having lost the support of her family background and with the matchmaker no longer seen, Wu Yue's dream of marrying into a powerful family seemed increasingly out of reach.

Under such circumstances, why did Xie Di continue to please others? Both sides insisted on their own opinions and argued on their own standpoints, which made Wu's mother, who was the middleman, feel very awkward.

In the past, Wu's mother might have favored her daughter more, but this time when she returned to her mother's home, her eldest brother's indifferent attitude made her deeply feel that even blood-related relatives may be difficult to rely on at critical moments.

In comparison, Xie Di's filial piety and obedience gave her some comfort. After all, when she was old and frail in the future, she would still need to rely on Wu Ming and Xie Di's care.

As a result, the balance of Wu's mother's heart quietly tilted towards Xie Di.

Wu Younian frowned during the quarrel, and finally spoke in a deep voice with unquestionable majesty: "Enough, since both of you want to go mushroom picking, then it's simple, take turns, one day each, it's the fairest!"

After hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in Wu's mother's eyes. This was indeed a best of both worlds solution, which not only avoided conflicts but also seemed fair and reasonable.

Although Wu Yue was unwilling in her heart, she found this arrangement acceptable compared to letting Xie Di take all the benefits alone.

"Okay, one day for each person, then one day for each person!"

This matter has been settled!

The next morning, as the light of dawn broke, Ran He prepared breakfast, shouldered his hoe, and set out for the mountains.

The herbs on the back mountain had become sparse due to frequent picking, and with the endless stream of people looking for mushrooms recently, she wisely decided to move elsewhere and explore new hills.

The sunlight gently penetrates the clouds and brushes lightly across her shoulders, bringing the warmth and vitality unique to early summer.

In order to resist the rising summer heat, Ran He took out an exchanged popsicle from the small bag she carried with her. The cool feeling instantly penetrated her heart. This was exchanged for the points she had accumulated through hard work, and every point was worth it.

The greatest convenience of being alone is that you can be carefree, without having to worry about being spied on, without having to bother explaining any of your actions. Everything is free and easy.

After enjoying a moment of coolness, she devoted herself to collecting.

However, she didn't realize that a quiet gaze was following her silently.

The man had special skills and hid in the bushes, breathing so softly and almost silently that Ran He was completely unaware of this invisible tracker.

It was not until the sun set that Ran He, who had returned with a full load of medicine, slowly walked down the mountain with a heavy basket on his back, and the mysterious shadow disappeared silently into the woods.

Not long after, the man appeared outside a simple country cottage. Without stopping for a moment, he walked directly into the house, as if he was eager to tell the owner of the house what he had seen today.

Inside the room, Wu Xu lay quietly on the bed, his plain clothes could not conceal the cool temperament emanating from his bones.

The book in his hand was not put down, and his legs were covered by soft bedding, looking leisurely and graceful.

"My Lord, I met Ran He."

After the words fell, the air seemed to freeze for a moment, and it was so quiet that only the occasional bird calls could be heard outside the window.

Hearing this, Wu Xu slowly raised his deep eyes, and an elusive and complex emotion flashed in his eyes.

Ever since he received the letter with the mottled handwriting from Wu's mother, which revealed the news about Ran He's amazing transformation, he secretly deployed and sent his men to investigate in many ways to confirm those almost incredible changes.

In his memory, Ran He was always a bit rough, careless, and had no interest in learning.

However, she was so brave and resolute in the letter. Not only did she resolutely cut off the complicated ties with the Wu family, but she also taught herself in adversity, mastered herbal medicine, and no longer blindly relied on Ma Er's wings.

Every change is like a flash of lightning in the morning light, shocking.

"It is said that she now often goes to the mountains to collect medicinal herbs. The villagers of Wujia Village have lent a hand and helped her collect mushrooms countless times. She buys them back at the market price. As for the specific use of them, it is still unknown."

Yan Qin's words were so detailed and specific that Wu Xu had to believe that everything was just as described in the letter.

Wu Xu frowned slightly, doubts lingering in his heart like vines.

In just a year and a half, what kind of power could make the former Ran He become completely transformed?

Sensing the subtle change in his master's mood, Yan Qin spoke cautiously: "Master, are you really planning to return to Wujia Village? If the people of the Wu family find out that you have difficulty walking, I'm afraid they won't let you in easily. What's more, Ran He has completely broken off with the Wu family, and she may not want to see you..."

Although these words were spoken out of practical considerations, they hit home.

Wu Xu's expression looked a little complicated, but since he had decided to return, any obstacle would be a test.

As for the legs that have not yet fully recovered, the sudden attack still scares him.

During the dark night ambush on the way home, a poisoned hidden weapon almost grazed his vitals. Although he dodged in time, the sharp tip of the blade still left a permanent scar on his knee joint. Although the poison had been removed, he had lost sensation in his knee, and even the genius doctor of Tianji Pavilion was helpless.

The leg injury became a regret that he could not ignore, but it also gave him a perfect excuse to deal with those old things.

Good fortune often comes with misfortune, and he has a plan in mind.

"Announce to the public that I will be returning home the day after tomorrow."

An intriguing smile appeared on Wu Xu's lips, and he had already started to make plans in his mind.

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