AWB Chapter 296 First Meeting with Jiang Yan
Chapter 296 First Meeting with Jiang Yan
Both sides probably had this idea, which is why they acted so quickly.
The next day, Old Madam Qiao came to visit, and Xiao Siyue met this woman who might become her fourth sister-in-law.
She wore a light green ruqun (a type of traditional Chinese dress), with simple hair accessories, and exuded an air of scholarly refinement, just as Old Madam Qiao had described.
His eyes were clear and pure, without a trace of impurity, carrying a hint of the aloofness unique to scholars, but he was not annoying; on the contrary, he made people feel good about him.
Her steps were light and graceful, like a willow swaying in the wind; every movement she made exuded elegance, leaving everyone in awe.
Xiao Siyue secretly sighed in her heart how lucky her fourth brother was.
"Elder sister, this is my granddaughter Yan Yan. Yan Yan, please greet Madam Xiao." Madam Qiao introduced her to Old Madam Xiao as soon as she entered the room.
Today, all the women of the Xiao family have gathered at Old Lady Xiao's place, just to see this woman who might be Xiao Sibao's future daughter-in-law.
"Greetings, Madam Xiao." Jiang Yan bowed gracefully to Madam Xiao, her voice soft and clear.
Everyone had been watching Jiang Yan ever since she entered. Despite their scrutiny, Jiang Yan remained poised and graceful, and her gesture of bowing was quite pleasing to the eye.
"Please sit down, don't be shy. You're Yan Yan, right? Just call me Grandma Xiao." Old Mrs. Xiao was very satisfied. Her two granddaughters-in-law each had their own unique characteristics, but neither of them was like Jiang Yan, who was like a beautiful painting.
"Thank you, Grandma Xiao." Jiang Yan sat down gracefully, maintaining an upright posture. She didn't lean against the backrest, but only sat on about a third of the chair. Her hands were naturally placed on her knees, and her back was straight, which made everyone else sit up straight as well.
Xiao Siyue carefully observed Jiang Yan's every move and found that it was not deliberate, but an innate habit. Xiao Siyue thought that this girl must have received a good upbringing.
Regardless of what others think, Aunt Xiao is very satisfied. She would laugh out loud in her dreams at night if she had such a daughter-in-law.
That's how people are; they especially want what they don't have. She can't be that elegant, but she would be very happy to have an elegant daughter-in-law.
Although the Xiao family was already an official family, they lacked social standing, and some of their habits were really hard to change. Looking at Jiang Yan's elegant demeanor, they secretly sighed, "So there are women who can be so beautiful."
Just as Xiao Siyue was looking at Jiang Yan, Jiang Yan looked at her and smiled at her. Xiao Siyue was taken aback and quickly returned the smile.
After sitting down, Madam Qiao secretly observed the Xiao family's reaction. Seeing that everyone showed satisfied and appreciative looks, she felt even more joyful and proud. Although her daughter Yan Yan was a recluse, everyone who met her liked her.
However, Yan Yan was too introverted and disliked being disturbed. She rarely went out with others and had almost no friends except for her cousins.
Another issue is that he is not tactful enough in dealing with people, and he is too straightforward and doesn't know how to keep things to himself.
Although such a person is very likable, she is not suitable to be a matriarch or handle those mundane matters.
She only has this one granddaughter, so naturally she let her grow up according to her own preferences, without letting her see any shady things. That's why Jiang Yan still has such a pure and innocent appearance.
She didn't think her granddaughter was doing anything wrong. She had always been the one protecting her, and after that, she found Jiang Yan a husband who could protect her from the outside world.
Ever since she had this idea, she had been secretly inquiring about the young masters of various families in the capital. It wasn't until her mistress arrived in the capital that she was able to find a suitable candidate.
"My dear sister, your granddaughter is truly like a figure from a painting! In all my years, I have never seen such a wonderful person." I had only heard Old Madam Qiao mention her before, but now that I have actually met her, I truly understand what it means to be eloquent and refined.
"You flatter me, elder sister," said Madam Qiao modestly, though she was secretly pleased.
"Little sister, these are my three daughters-in-law. You've all met them before, haven't you? I came to introduce them today because I knew you were coming." Actually, Old Lady Xiao was mainly introducing Xiao's second aunt.
If the two children's relationship is successful, then Aunt Xiao will be Jiang Yan's mother-in-law, and naturally, Old Madam Qiao should be introduced to her.
Old Madam Qiao had already inquired and naturally knew which one was Aunt Xiao Er. So after entering, she mainly observed Aunt Xiao Er. Seeing the undisguised admiration in her eyes when she looked at her daughter Yan Yan, she was also happy. She was relieved that her future mother-in-law liked her daughter-in-law so much.
Madam Qiao smiled and nodded: "Your daughters-in-law are all good. You are very fortunate, elder sister."
"Their only advantage is their filial piety; they can't compare to your family, who are all very capable," Old Mrs. Xiao replied with a smile.
“My dear sister, we’re all family, so I won’t stand on ceremony with you. I’ve already sent someone to fetch my good-for-nothing grandson, so you should meet him too.” The Xiao family is quite satisfied with Jiang Yan now, so it’s only right that they let Old Madam Qiao meet Xiao Sibo and let the two children meet as well.
"Madam, the Fourth Young Master has arrived," Lanxin relayed shortly afterward.
"Let him in."
"Grandson greets Grandma, Madam Qiao, Aunt and Auntie." After entering, Xiao Sibao bowed to the elders without looking to either side.
"Get up quickly, this is your fourth grandson, he is truly a handsome young man." Old Madam Qiao looked at Xiao Sibao, who stood tall and handsome in the middle, and nodded to herself with satisfaction.
This child is really good. He has a lot of energy, a gentle face, and is handsome. He is a perfect match for my Yan Yan.
Madam Qiao glanced at her granddaughter sitting next to her. Seeing her with her head bowed and a slight smile, she knew that the first impression must be good.
I just don't know what Xiao Sibo meant.
When Xiao Sibao came in, he naturally saw Jiang Yan, but due to etiquette, he couldn't stare at her. However, with just that one glance, he was already captivated. Was this the girl he was looking for? She was more attractive than any beautiful painting he had ever seen.
Even just sitting there quietly, she's captivating, making you want to look at her again, but forcing yourself to look away.
"Sibo, may I call you that?" Old Madam Qiao asked.
“Of course, my dear sister, call me whatever you like,” Old Lady Xiao quickly replied.
"Sibo, I heard you really enjoy painting?"
"Yes, Madam Qiao, I do enjoy painting very much," Xiao Sibao replied truthfully.
"My granddaughter also likes this line of work, but her skills aren't very good. I wonder if Sibo could give her some pointers?" Old Mrs. Qiao said this not because she really wanted Xiao Sibo to give Jiang Yan pointers, but because she wanted the two children to spend more time together.