Chapter 1136: Jiang Yiyi’s Transformation
Jiang Yiyi smiled softly, holding a teacup, and said, "It’s exactly because of your unintentional approach that makes it seem more genuine."
Liu Zixuan raised an eyebrow, "Isn’t that a bit too serious? Without me, would Jiang Yunxuan really be ruined?"
"To say ’ruined’ would be an exaggeration, but he definitely wouldn’t have grown to the extent he has now."
Jiang Yiyi smiled and said, "Imagine, if he were just under the Jiang Family’s wing, he might handle some small matters, but for big ones, he would develop a sense of dependency, and surely wouldn’t really grow up."
"But it’s different now. The Jiang Family can completely let go, and even if he has dependence, it’s on you all, his brothers, which is very important for his sharpening!"
Liu Zixuan sneered, "Jiang Family’s dependence is dependence, but mine isn’t?"
"It’s different. Parents protect their children from their bones, from their blood, not wanting them to be harmed at all. Sometimes their protection is subconscious, but it’s different with brothers. Most of you are of the same age, and at similar levels, you have to rely on each other more, not just him relying on one person."
Jiang Yiyi smiled and said, "Furthermore, the facts also prove that the reliance you provide helps them grow better, rather than sheltering them under your wing, never to face wind or rain."
Liu Zixuan pondered for a moment; it really was true.
The same thing, like the last time with the battle between the Willow Association and the Netherworld Hall; in that situation, Liu Zixuan was also helpless, relying only on external force. When Jiang Yunxuan saw Liu Zixuan injured, he would only feel anxious inside, cursing himself for not being strong enough, unable to fight alongside Liu Zixuan, unable to face together with him.
But it would be different with the Jiang Family. If Jiang Yunxuan stood in Liu Zixuan’s place, facing the Netherworld Hall, he probably wouldn’t handle it as calmly as Liu Zixuan, instead always thinking the Jiang Family would send someone to protect him.
In this way, never mind the sharpening, over time, Jiang Yunxuan would be no different from those idle disciples, always looking for parents when in trouble instead of facing it himself.
He grinned, "I remember you never liked talking about these principles. What made you suddenly want to talk about them today?"
Jiang Yiyi was silent for a moment, "I didn’t understand before why mom and dad were trying to find ways for Jiang Yunxuan to also experience, and why I wasn’t allowed to experience. But after going through those things with you, and seeing so much, I gradually understood."
"Understand what?" Liu Zixuan asked.
"I’m a girl, in the future, no matter how strong, I’ll have to get married. To put it plainly, it’s like they say, ’marry a chicken, follow a chicken; marry a dog, follow a dog.’ After marriage, the one I can rely on is my husband, and in the future, I’ll rely on my children."
Jiang Yiyi paused and said, "But Yunxuan is different. Whether he inherits my dad’s family or builds a family of his own, he is the main entity. His children, his woman, all need to rely on him. Only with this can it be like the Jiang Family now, not fearing any strong enemy."
"It seems you’ve really matured." Liu Zixuan felt quite touched inside.
Come to think of it, Jiang Yiyi now has changed a lot from the first time he met her. At first, Jiang Yiyi was determined to be a leader, being unruly and unreasonable.
But she had a strong background supporting her, granting her the capital to do whatever she wanted.
Gradually, she encountered situations she had to face by herself, and matters her family couldn’t help with. It was then she realized that her previous so-called capital was merely external.
Once rid of those, she was left with nothing.
So, she began to mature, to face and handle things independently.
As she said, men and women, even though equality has always been advocated since ancient times, if you truly delve into it, true equality is impossible, or it’s something that can’t be compared.
Men have their responsibilities in living.
Women have their responsibilities in living.
These two responsibilities are different.
"My dad and his brothers had a much harder start than we do now. They grew up together in military camps, and when we were enjoying our childhood, they were already starting to fight against enemies, step by step from the camp to the city, and from the city to where they are now. The honing during this time is far beyond what ordinary people can imagine."
Jiang Yiyi’s mouth moved a bit, looking up at Liu Zixuan, "Come to think of it, you and my dad have some similar experiences, both starting from scratch, both capable of handling things independently."
"So, does this explain why Jiang Yifan values you?" Liu Zixuan smiled.
Jiang Yiyi slightly nodded, "Yes, my dad said more than once that he sees a shadow of his younger self in you, but those are just vague shadows, because he also says that while you have similar experiences, your lives are completely different."
"Why do you say that?" Liu Zixuan asked, puzzled.
Jiang Yiyi rested her chin on her hand, "I’ve asked him the same question, but he just answered that back then, he fought for his brothers, for his family, and you, besides these, pursue more than he ever did."
Liu Zixuan scratched his head, "I don’t quite get it; I’m getting stronger just to protect the people around me!"
"My dad says, his life wasn’t as good as yours." Jiang Yiyi carefully glanced at Liu Zixuan, "Do you understand this sentence?"
"No, I don’t." Liu Zixuan felt puzzled.
What’s with Jiang Yifan’s words, having the same experiences but different lives, and lives not as good? What’s he trying to say?
Jiang Yiyi smiled wryly, "I don’t understand either. I’ve tried asking my dad, but he said that we’ll understand it later."
"Honestly, their daily mysterious air is really annoying!" Liu Zixuan said with slight annoyance.
"But it also gives us more hope for the future." Jiang Yiyi grabbed Liu Zixuan’s hand and smiled, "Don’t overthink it, I told you all of this just to complain a little. I know that a fierce battle is imminent, carry the responsibility that belongs to you, deal with everything, and leave your back to us. We’ll wait for you to come back, and then face more of the future."
Today’s Jiang Yiyi, so gentle and tender, made Liu Zixuan quite surprised, but isn’t this also a good thing?
With a cherished companion beside him, they shared leisurely conversation over a pot of tea, surrounded by green mountains and blue waters, this was precisely the life he yearned for.
With a warm smile like a spring breeze, he pulled Jiang Yiyi into his arms. In the pavilion, the two watched the sunset together, enjoying this rare tranquility...