Chapter 724 Engagement (2)
An Yiqing’s words made sense. Even 19 years ago, when members of the An Family had taken turns watching over her without a break, if someone with ill intentions had wanted to harm her, they would have found an opportunity. "Hey! Today is a joyous day, let’s not talk about such unlucky things," Kong Shi said, wiping the tears from the corner of her eyes and smiling, "Tomorrow is your engagement ceremony. After that, you’ll be Old Master Gu’s granddaughter-in-law. I know you have a gentle nature and are always measured in your actions, but as your mother, I still need to remind you one more time, don’t be too willful in the Gu Family and make it difficult for Ye Lin. At home, it’s right for your mom and dad to pamper you, but in the Gu Family Mansion, you must act like a daughter-in-law ought to."
Kong Shi paused, then continued, "The whole family of Old Master Gu are good people, and they are really good to you. Ye Lin will adore you too, we’ve seen his true character very clearly these past days. He’s capable, has a cool temperament, and is usually busy with public affairs, but he really can’t be faulted in how he treats you. Even your jealous father has to admit that Ye Lin adores you to his very bones. Between husband and wife, both parties must contribute; if the balance is lost, one will start to feel weary. Oh, and about the affairs of Xuandu City. Although I don’t usually interfere in matters including those of Xuanjin, I know that whether it’s running a company or dealing with other family matters, there will always be some people with malicious intentions. You must be careful and take care of yourself; your safety is the most important thing."
Under the warm and dim light, Kong Shi held An Yiqing’s hand and gave her detailed admonishments, passing down all the advice that Yue Zihua, her own mother, had given her when she got married.
An Yiqing listened carefully to Kong Shi’s worried ramblings and reminders, a delicate smile remaining on her pretty face. She had never had these mother-daughter talks in the previous years; this must be what it feels like.
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