Rebirth is not a dream.

When Su Yue stepped into Su Garden, she was full of surprise, because she had never expected Qin Yi to appear here. Looking at Qin Yi in front of her, Su Yue couldn't help but ask curiously: "Why did you come back suddenly? I remember that you should concentrate on studying in the academy?"

Qin Yi smiled slightly and explained: "Actually, I came back this time specifically to tell you something. Grandmother will be back from outside in about half a month. I believe your injuries have almost healed, right? So, according to etiquette, it's time for you to return to the Marquis' Mansion to welcome grandma. If you are not there, grandma may blame you for not knowing the way of etiquette. Besides, the people in the mansion are busy preparing to welcome grandma, and perhaps they forgot to notify you for a while." There was a hint of concern and attentiveness in his tone.

Su Yue was stunned for a moment after hearing what Qin Yi said, and then nodded gently. She knew that her grandmother attached great importance to family etiquette, and she really couldn't neglect it. Although she was reluctant to leave Su Garden, she also understood that this was an unavoidable responsibility.

"Thank you for coming all the way to tell me this, Qin Yi." Su Yue looked at Qin Yi gratefully, with sincere emotions in her eyes. "I will be ready to return to the Marquis' Mansion. It's just..." She paused, seeming to have some concerns.

Qin Yi noticed Su Yue's hesitation and quickly comforted her: "Don't worry, everything will go well. If you need any help, just ask. I will always support you."

A warm current surged in Su Yue's heart, and a relieved smile appeared on the corners of her mouth, but it disappeared in a flash, and was replaced by a face full of sorrow: "But my life in the Marquis' Mansion is not smooth and happy. Every time I go back there, I will cause a lot of trouble." She sighed softly.

Qin Yi saw this and quickly comforted her, "Don't worry, I'll take care of everything! If anyone dares to bully you, just tell me and I'll make sure he'll pay for it!"

Su Yue stared at Qin Yi's firm and confident face, and an inexplicable sense of security came over her heart. She replied softly, "Yes, thank you for your protection. However... I still have some concerns, about my grandmother..."

Qin Yi seemed to see through Su Yue's inner worries, and said softly: "Grandma has always doted on you. You just need to obey her wishes a little. The old lady will never deliberately make things difficult for you."

Su Yue nodded slightly, indicating that she would need time to pack her luggage in the next few days and would return to the Marquis' Mansion in three days. Her eyes were firm and calm, as if she was ready to face everything. Then, she looked at Qin Yi and said softly, "Don't worry, I won't cause you any trouble, and I won't embarrass you in front of your grandmother."

Qin Yi shook his head quickly, his eyes revealing a hint of helplessness and worry. "That's not what I meant. I just hope you can live happily and smoothly in the Marquis' Mansion." He knew the complicated interpersonal relationships and various rules in the Marquis' Mansion, and was worried that Su Yue would be wronged.

Su Yue raised her lips slightly, revealing a faint smile. "Don't worry, as long as the people in the Marquis' Mansion don't deliberately make things difficult for me, I will naturally not cause trouble for them. This kind of respect should be mutual. You can't always ask me to accommodate you, right?" Although her words were gentle, they were full of unquestionable firmness.

Qin Yi nodded silently. He knew that Su Yue was right. However, he also knew that most people in the Marquis' Mansion were good at observing people's expressions and changing their attitudes. In the past, due to his own negligence or other reasons, he might not have handled some things well, which led to the current awkward situation.

He sighed secretly, feeling that he still had a lot of room for improvement and effort. At the same time, he also decided to protect Su Yue well and prevent her from being hurt again.

In the early morning, the sun shines through the window onto the table. Su Yue is quietly enjoying her breakfast. She notices that Taozi beside her seems to have something to say, but is hesitant. Finally, Su Yue puts down her chopsticks, looks at Taozi and says, "What's the matter? Why are you so hesitant?"

Taozi moved closer to Su Yue and lowered her voice, saying, "Yesterday, I accidentally heard Uncle Yuan and Butler Liu talking about revenge. Uncle Yuan also specifically told them not to involve you in this matter. Miss, do you think what they are talking about is the hatred they have with the Marquis' Mansion?"

Hearing this, Su Yue stared at Taozi closely and asked sternly, "Did they notice that you were there?"

Taozi shook her head hurriedly, "I think he didn't notice it. I have been hiding far away."

Su Yue still looked sharp as a torch, and warned: "Don't eavesdrop on such things in the future. Don't you know that curiosity kills the cat?"

Taozi looked puzzled and asked, "What does this have to do with cats? I haven't mentioned it to anyone else."

Su Yue sighed and said earnestly: "It's better not to interfere in this kind of thing, otherwise you will lose your life for no reason one day without knowing it."

Taozi was anxious and looked at Su Yue worriedly, "But Miss, won't you be in danger?"

Su Yue raised the corner of her mouth slightly and smiled calmly: "It's no good to think too much about some things. Things will work out when the time comes."

Taozi responded: "Oh, I see."

Then, Su Yue instructed: "Tell the maids to pack up in a while, and we will go back to the Marquis' Mansion tomorrow."

Hearing this, Taozi muttered with a sad face: "We are going back so soon. I really don't want to go back."

Su Yue seemed to be aware of Taozi's emotions and asked softly, "What's wrong?"

Taozi sighed and replied, "The old lady of the Marquis's Mansion is coming back from her hometown. I am a little scared."

Su Yue couldn't help but ask curiously: "Is this old lady easy to get along with? After all, I don't know her well. How did this old lady treat me in the past?"

Taozi shook her head, saying that she had no idea. She said, "The old lady returned to her hometown after the old Duke passed away. It has been more than two years now. No one has ever mentioned this old lady, so I really don't know what kind of person she is." There was a hint of helplessness and worry in her words.

Su Yue nodded thoughtfully, thinking that it seemed that she could only make a judgment after meeting the old lady. She comforted Taozi, "Don't worry too much, maybe this old lady is nothing special. Besides, we must be filial and serve her respectfully no matter what." Taozi felt a little relieved after hearing this, but there was still some uneasiness in her eyes.

Su Yue patted Taozi's hand, "Okay, don't think too much. Go and do your thing." After Taozi left, Su Yue's face became solemn. She realized that the return of the old lady might bring changes to her life, and she knew almost nothing about it. In this mansion, every step is frightening, and she must be careful. Su Yue decided to collect as much information about the old lady as possible before returning to the mansion. She sent people to inquire secretly, and at the same time she thought about her own response strategy.