Marrying for someone else and being a widow? Stepmothers open classes to raise children

Jiang Minjun handed a cup of tea to Gu Zhiyi and said in a serious tone: "Gu Zhiping planned to exchange you for marriage. You knew it was a trap, so why did you jump into it? Gu Zhiyi took the teacup, opened her red lips, and said calmly: "Senior sister, you don't know. I have known since I was a child that love is like a passing cloud, illusory. All I want is peace and freedom. Although the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion is a pit of fire, at least I can seek peace and quiet."

Jiang Minjun frowned, a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes: "Do you really think so? Then have you ever thought that if you do this, wouldn't it let Gu Zhiping succeed in her plan? She deliberately let you marry into the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion in order to make your life miserable and painful."

Gu Zhiyi smiled gently, with a hint of bitterness in her smile: "Senior Sister, I know you are worried. But I think everyone has their own way of living. If Gu Zhiping wants to plot against me, then let her do it. If I am not doing well because of this, then I can only blame myself for my bad luck. But if I suffer because of this, then I am too sorry for myself."

Jiang Minjun looked at Gu Zhiyi, with a complex emotion in her eyes. The teacup she was holding trembled slightly. She took a deep breath and then said slowly: "Zhiyi, you know what? I always thought you were a smart woman, but I really can't understand your choice this time."

Gu Zhiyi smiled calmly, patted Jiang Minyun's hand gently, and said, "I know that Senior Sister is doing this for my own good, but everyone has different ideas and choices. I am willing to marry into the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion because I know that at least there will be no one there to force me to do something I don't want to do."

Jiang Minjun looked at Gu Zhiyi, her eyes full of mixed emotions. She knew that Gu Zhiyi was a determined woman, and once she made a decision, she would not change it easily. She was silent for a moment, and then slowly said: "I know that it is useless for me to say more. But, I hope you can find the peace and freedom you want in the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion."

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly and nodded: "Thank you for your concern, Senior Sister. I will."

"But junior sister, don't you know that those kids in the Ningguo Mansion are not easy to deal with and have a bad reputation?" Jiang Minjun said worriedly.

Gu Zhiyi smiled lightly, with a hint of indifference in her eyes, and said slowly: "Senior sister, you are worrying too much. I know they are not easy to deal with. But in my eyes, they are just a group of children. What they need is love and teaching, not blind criticism."

Jiang Minjun frowned slightly and looked at Gu Zhiyi in confusion, as if looking for the answer in her eyes: "But Junior Sister, this Ningguo Mansion's child is really... If it gets out, won't it ruin your reputation?"

Gu Zhiyi shook her head slightly and smiled, "Reputation is nothing but an illusion, I don't take it to heart. Besides, I believe that as long as I guide them with my heart, they will always understand the truth and become useful talents."

Jiang Minjun sighed softly, and her eyes revealed a trace of concern: "Junior sister, I know you have a kind heart, but don't you think this is too hard on yourself? The children of Ningguo Mansion are very naughty. You have to take care of their lives and teach them how to behave. It is difficult for outsiders to imagine the hardship involved."

Gu Zhiyi smiled slightly, her expression was so peaceful, as if everything was under her control: "Senior sister, life is a journey of cultivation. Since I have chosen this path, I have no regrets. Moreover, I believe that as long as we guide them with our heart, the children will always understand right from wrong, good from evil."

Jiang Minjun looked at Gu Zhiyi, with a glimmer of admiration in her eyes, but still a little worried: "I understand the truth, but Junior Sister, have you ever thought about whether such efforts are worth it?"

Gu Zhiyi's expression froze for a moment. She put down the teacup in her hand and looked at Jiang Minyun seriously: "Senior sister, I have never thought about this question. Because in my heart, children are my responsibility, and their growth is the most important thing in my life. As for whether it is worth it, I think only time can give the answer."

Jiang Minjun looked at Gu Zhiyi and couldn't help but sigh: "Junior sister, your state of mind is really admirable. I'm just worried that you are too tired."

Gu Zhiyi smiled and said, "Don't worry, Senior Sister, I know what to do."

At this point, Gu Zhiyi suddenly changed the subject: "By the way, Senior Sister, I heard that you are facing pressure from your father and mother to choose a son-in-law recently. Is this true?"

Jiang Minjun blushed slightly when she heard this, and a trace of panic flashed in her eyes. She bit her lip lightly, then nodded, with a helpless tone: "Yes, Junior Sister, you heard it right. My father and mother want me to get married as soon as possible. They believe that the ultimate destiny of a woman is to take care of her husband and children."

Gu Zhiyi listened quietly, frowning slightly. She could understand Jiang Minjun's troubles. She sighed softly, and then slowly said: "Senior sister, you are a talented and knowledgeable woman. Your ambition should not be confined to your home. You should pursue what you want and realize your ideals."

Jiang Minyun smiled bitterly and shook her head: "I know, Junior Sister, I also want to go out to teach and educate people, but I can't. I am the daughter of the Prince's tutor, and my identity prevents me from choosing my own path. I can only do what they expect, which will cause dissatisfaction in the family and even affect my father's position in the court."

Gu Zhiyi looked at Jiang Minjun with sympathy in her eyes. She knew that Jiang Minjun's troubles were not caused by a single day, but were the result of long-term pressure. She said softly, "Sister, are you really willing to live your life like this? Don't you want to pursue your dreams?"

Jiang Minyun was silent for a while, then sighed softly: "I know, I am unwilling. But what can I do? I can't resist the arrangement of my family, I can only accept it."

"Senior Sister, just don't agree to marry into the Ye family!" Gu Zhiyi suddenly burst into tears and held Jiang Minjun's hand tightly.

Jiang Minjun's panic became worse when she heard this. She looked at Gu Zhiyi's face with tears falling down, and a complex emotion surged in her heart. She gently patted Gu Zhiyi's hand and tried to comfort her: "Zhiyi, calm down and tell me, why are you so opposed to me marrying the Ye family?"

Gu Zhiyi held Jiang Minyun's hand tightly, tears blurred her eyes, and her voice trembled: "Senior sister, do you know? I heard the secret about your mother. I am afraid that if you marry the Ye family, this secret will be revealed and it will bring disaster to you."

Jiang Minjun's face turned pale instantly, she stared at Gu Zhiyi closely, a trace of fear flashed in her eyes. She knew that Gu Zhiyi was not a person who spoke without purpose, and the secret she mentioned must be real.

"Zhiyi, what secret...are you talking about?" Jiang Minjun's voice was weak, as if she was afraid to hear the answer.