Chapter 1325: Stabilize a Boat (1)
"Wow, this is quite a feast," Yu Qingge remarked, eyes widening as she looked at the six dishes and one soup on the table.
"What about my mother?" Yang Ruxin glanced over the dishes—fish, meat, vegetables, and soup—they truly were abundant.
"Du Juan and Yang Miao are with the madam. Their meals have already been sent over," Du Man set the chopsticks properly, "However, these dishes were personally selected by Qi Jingyun for the menu..."
Yu Qingge suddenly fell silent. She was well aware of Qi Jingyun’s thoughts towards Yang Ruxin but also knew those thoughts were not simply of a man’s affection for a woman but had an ulterior motive. Thus, she chose not to take such matters lightly or jest about them.
"Let’s sit down and eat together," Yang Ruxin said calmly, "This time, successfully eliminating the river pirates near Jiekou, I certainly played a major role." Therefore, regardless of what was sent, she accepted it with a peaceful conscience.
"But sister, although you say that..." Yu Qingge still expressed her concerns, "but after all, he is a man of high status and power, if something happens..." she suddenly lowered her voice, "But sister, can’t you consider changing your perspective? Think about it, he and the Crown Prince are competing for the position, and it’s not sure yet whose hands the deer will fall into. You might as well..."
"Qingge," Yang Ruxin gave her a look, her face slightly stern, "Such matters are not to be taken lightly, never think that riding two boats will ensure stability; on the contrary, riding two boats often leads to falling into the water the easiest. It’s better to stabilize one boat and still have the possibility to reach the shore..."