At that time, I was still young, accompanying my father to visit the Fu family. In the garden of the Fu family, there was a woman in plain clothes playing the guqin. She played with great concentration, her long hair cascading down beside her cheeks like a waterfall, highlighting her pure and flawless features. There was a unique aura about her, gentle and serene, making it impossible not to be immersed in her music. I was captivated until the music stopped, and only then did I come back to my senses.
I couldn't help but ask, "Who are you?" The woman smiled slightly at me, "My name is Fu Guangbai." From that moment on, I remembered this name. Later, after I got engaged to Fu Bo, I asked him, "What kind of person is your mother?" Fu Bo laughed and said, "She is a very, very good person. When you meet her, you will definitely like her." It turned out he was right. When I met Fu Guangbai, I indeed liked her. And she had no reservations towards me.
I believe that as long as I am here and Fu Bo is here, Fu Guangbai would never betray Fu Bo. He would never let Fu Qingqing come between them. Recently, my father-in-law has not been feeling well. He had been resting at home for a few days, and when his condition improved slightly, he was moved to the elegant room within the residence. The elegant room is my father-in-law's private space; apart from my mother-in-law and Fu Bo, no one else is allowed in.
One day, I suggested that the family go out to enjoy the flowers. After we finished admiring the flowers, I planned to find an excuse to leave and give some time for my father-in-law and mother-in-law to be alone together. Just as I was happily planning this, suddenly Fu Qingqing sent someone over with a message. The letter stated that she was living alone outside and felt scared, hoping that my father-in-law could accompany her. My mother-in-law's expression immediately turned sour.
I laughed, "Since Aunt is scared, let's all go and check on her together."
My mother-in-law looked at me in confusion, "Go together?"
"Yes," I nodded, affectionately linking my arm with hers. "Mother-in-law, we are family. Since Aunt is scared, we should show our filial piety."
My mother-in-law seemed to understand something and smiled, saying, "Alright, we'll do as you say."
Fu Bo glanced at me but said nothing.
Fu Guanbai thought for a moment and said, "Then let's go together."
Fu Qingqing's place was the most secluded courtyard in the residence.
When she first moved in, I had visited her once.
At that time, she was wearing a plain dress, sitting by the window in a daze, looking very lonely.
I asked her why she hadn't arranged the furniture, and she smiled lightly, saying, "Why bother? I'm not staying long anyway."
I looked at her and didn't say anything.
Later, my mother-in-law sent several maidservants over, but they were all sent back by her.
"I like peace," she said lightly, "I can live alone just fine."
Her attitude was very firm, and my mother-in-law didn't know what else to say.
We walked into the courtyard and found it empty; there was nothing there.
The house was also silent, without a sound.
I stepped forward and knocked on the door, "Aunt, are you there?"
A rustling sound came from inside, and after a moment, the door opened.
Fu Qingqing stared at me for a moment and said, "What are you doing here?"
"Aunt, we came to see you," I replied with a smile.
Fu Qingqing turned to look behind me, and her expression suddenly changed to one of displeasure.
I cheerfully stepped aside to let my mother-in-law and Fu Guanbai enter.
Fu Qingqing looked at me coldly and asked, "What do you want?"
"Aunt, didn't you say you were scared?" I blinked my eyes. "Our whole family is here to keep you company. Aren't you happy?"
Fu Qingqing was left speechless by my words.
I made a face at her and then skipped inside.
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