nycdaug Chapter 181 Spending the New Year at the Duke's Mansion
Chapter 181 Spending the New Year at the Duke's Mansion
The next morning, Su Yinyin got up early. At that moment, she was choosing gifts in her spatial dimension.
Meanwhile, the old lady and Li Lan were in the living room, watching Bixia pack some daily necessities for the old lady.
The day after tomorrow is Lunar New Year's Eve, and the old lady and Li Lan are returning to the Duke's Mansion today.
At this moment, Su Yue brought Bao Bao and Xiao Xiao downstairs. Bao Bao and Xiao Xiao met the old lady.
When Bao Bao and Xiao Xiao saw the old lady, they ran over happily and said in their childish voices, "Hello, Grandma!"
The old lady's face immediately lit up with a smile, and she hugged the two little ones tightly.
It was the baby who suggested calling her "Grandma" this way, saying it was more affectionate. The old lady also felt it was affectionate and agreed.
"Oh my, my little darlings, they're getting cuter and cuter!" the old lady said affectionately.
Li Lan watched from the side and also showed a gentle smile.
Su Yue stepped forward and bowed to the old lady and Li Lan, saying, "Grandmother."
The old lady nodded. "Yue'er, why don't you come back to the Duke's Mansion with your maternal grandmother for a while? We can come back here together then, okay?"
Su Yue smiled and replied, "This, my sister...!"
At this moment, Su Yinyin emerged from the space. She was walking downstairs, carrying carefully selected gifts in her hands.
“Grandmother, this is a gift I prepared for you and your uncles,” Su Yinyin said.
The old lady looked at Su Yinyin with delight. She knew that Su Yinyin always provided them with the best things. "Yinyin, you're so thoughtful. Let me see."
Su Yinyin opened the gift box, inside were some precious medicinal herbs and exquisite ornaments.
The old lady nodded happily, "That's wonderful, Yinyin is such a thoughtful child. You've gone to so much trouble, but I won't stand on ceremony with you." The old lady happily put the things into her special bag.
Li Lan also said, "Sister Yinyin has always been intelligent, so the gifts she chooses must be excellent."
"Stop flattering me, you're involved too!" Su Yinyin said with a smile as she looked at Li Lan.
"Yinyin, why don't you all go back to the Duke's residence for the New Year?" the old lady said. She didn't want these children to spend the New Year alone, in a cold and lonely place.
Su Yinyin looked at Su Yue, and Su Yue nodded slightly.
“Okay, Grandmother, then we’ll go back with you. But as you know, Yinyin is very busy, so please reserve a room for me. When you’re not busy, you can come and stay there!” Su Yinyin replied with a smile.
The old lady clapped her hands happily, "That's wonderful! Our family can celebrate the New Year together in a lively atmosphere."
At this moment, the baby tugged at the old lady's sleeve and asked, "Grandma, is the Duke's Mansion fun?"
The old lady replied with a smile, "It's fun, there's lots of delicious food, and beautiful lanterns."
Xiaoxiao blinked her big eyes, "I like lanterns."
Everyone was amused by the two little ones.
"Biyu, go and tell the Third Miss," Su Yinyin instructed.
Soon, everything was ready, and everyone boarded the carriages and headed towards the Duke's mansion. Su Yinyin, however, was still dealing with matters and did not accompany them.
Along the way, Bao Bao and Xiao Xiao chatted excitedly, while Su Yue and Su Nian An occasionally teased them. Li Lan and the old lady watched this heartwarming scene with smiles.
Upon arriving at the Duke's mansion, the servants had been waiting for a long time.
"Madam, you're finally back," the butler greeted her.
The old lady waved her hand, "Quickly, settle the young ladies' luggage."
Once inside the mansion, Su Yue, Su Nian'an, and Lin Jie looked around at the Duke's mansion, which was indeed magnificent.
"Yue'er, Nian'an, Lin Jie, you should go and rest first. We'll have dinner together tonight," the old lady said.
The old lady still approves of Lin Jie. He is honest, meticulous, patient, hardworking, and kind to Nian'an.
Su Yue and Su Nian'an responded and followed the maid to the room.
Inside the villa, Su Yinyin looked at the empty space and felt a sense of loss.
Bixia and Biyu went to the Duke's mansion with Su Yue and the others. Now she's all alone in the villa.
After leaving the quiet villa, Su Yinyin returned to her room and went back to sleep.
She slept exceptionally well. When Su Yinyin woke up, she was unaware that it was getting dark, and a wave of disappointment washed over her. She stretched lazily.
A rumbling sound came from her stomach, and Su Yinyin realized she hadn't eaten anything. She slowly walked towards the kitchen, intending to find herself something to eat.
Standing in the kitchen was a tall, handsome man. Without even thinking, Su Yinyin knew who he was.
Su Yinyin slowly approached: "Jin, you're back?"
The man called Jin turned around. "Miss."
Su Yinyin suddenly felt a pang of sadness. Jin stepped forward and looked at Su Yinyin, "Bixia and the others aren't here. I was worried you might be hungry."
Su Yinyin gave him a reproachful look, "I thought I was the only one here today."
Jin smiled and said, "How could I leave you alone? I know you'll be lonely."
As she spoke, Jin ladled a bowl of steaming porridge from the pot. "Are you hungry? Eat something first."
Su Yinyin took the porridge, smelling its familiar aroma, and felt a warmth in her heart. "You still understand me best."
The two sat at the dining table, and Su Yinyin ate her porridge while telling Jin about the events of the past few days.
Jin listened attentively, occasionally responding with a few words, her eyes full of tenderness and doting affection.
After the two finished eating, Su Yinyin was about to get up to clean up, but Lao Yi stopped her.
"Miss, you rest, I'll do it." The old man didn't say much. He got up and cleared the dishes.
Su Yinyin watched the figure disappear into the kitchen. A complex mix of emotions welled up inside her.
Jin, what kind of person are you? Su Yinyin sat on the sofa, her gaze following Jin's figure, her thoughts drifting.
He didn't say much, but every look and every gesture was full of concern.
The sound of running water and clattering dishes came from the kitchen. Su Yinyin came back to her senses, got up and walked to the kitchen door, leaning against the door frame and quietly watching Jin's busy figure.
"Jin, I like it when you take care of me like this," Su Yinyin said softly.
Jin continued working, saying, "Miss, it's my honor to take care of you."
Su Yinyin bit her lip. "But I still want to know, why are you so good to me?"
Jin turned around and looked at Su Yinyin with a firm yet gentle gaze, "Because from the first moment I saw you, I knew that you are the person I want to protect for the rest of my life."
Su Yinyin's heart skipped a beat; she had never imagined that Jin would say such a thing.
“But I…” Su Yinyin was at a loss.
Jin interrupted her, "Miss, you don't need to say anything, I understand."
After saying that, Jin turned around and continued washing the dishes.
Su Yinyin stood there, the complex emotions in her heart growing stronger. She didn't know what her feelings for Jin were—gratitude? Dependence? Or…love?
While Su Yinyin was lost in thought, Jin had already tidied everything up and came over. "Miss, it's getting late, you should rest early." Su Yinyin nodded gently and returned to her room.