Rebirth: Phoenix Riding the Ninth Heaven

In the warm morning light, Li Ruoyue and her father stood at the gate of her grandmother's house, preparing to return to the Marquis' Mansion. Her grandmother and grandfather appeared particularly kind at the gate, their eyes filled with deep reluctance to leave, but more of a love and blessing for Li Ruoyue and her father.

Grandma gently stroked the ends of Li Ruoyue's hair. Her hands were warm and loving, as if conveying endless care and strength. "Ruoyue, you and your father have a safe journey. No matter where you go, this will always be your home, your eternal safe haven. Remember, at all times, always maintain your kindness and courage, and use your medical skills to help more people."

Li Ruoyue held her grandmother's hand tightly, tears glistening in her eyes, her heart filled with gratitude and reluctance. "Grandma, I will definitely remember this. I will come back to see you and Grandpa often. You are my eternal support."

Grandfather patted Li Ruoyue's father on the shoulder, his eyes gleaming with deep wisdom and trust. "You are a good father. I am relieved that Ruoyue has you. Be careful and stay safe on your way home. Remember, no matter how difficult the road ahead, you must hold on to your beliefs and use your wisdom and courage to lead Ruoyue and the Marquisate to an even brighter future."

Li Ruoyue's father nodded, his eyes sparkling with gratitude. "Thank you, Father. We will be careful. Ruoyue, remember what grandma and grandpa said. No matter where you go, you must remember to go home. You must remember your roots and your heart."

Li Ruoyue nodded, a determined light flashing in her eyes. "Father, I remember this. I will work hard to make the reputation of the Marquisate even more glorious, so that my grandmother and grandfather will be proud of me. I will use my medical skills to help more people, and make the kindness and contributions of the Marquisate the pride of our family."

Grandma and Grandpa watched Li Ruoyue and her father embark on their journey home, their eyes filled with relief and anticipation. They knew that no matter how difficult the road ahead, Li Ruoyue would persevere, driven by her unwavering faith and deep attachment to her home. They also believed that Li Ruoyue's father would use his wisdom and courage to lead her to an even brighter future.

At the moment of bidding farewell to their grandparents, Li Ruoyue and her father were filled with anticipation for the future and a deep longing for home. This farewell was not only a farewell to their family, but also a look forward to the future and an affirmation of their self-worth. With their grandparents' blessings, Li Ruoyue and her father embarked on their journey home, knowing that no matter how difficult the road ahead, they had the warmth and love of home to support them as they bravely moved forward toward their own future.

Li Ruoyue and her father's carriage slowly entered the Marquisate. Madam Hua and her younger sister, Li Ruoliu, were already waiting at the door. Madam Hua wore a smile, but only Li Ruoyue could discern the sharp edge beneath it. Li Ruoyue's younger sister's eyes were far more complex, fawning over her sister while also displaying subtle jealousy of Madam Hua's care and affection for Li Ruoyue's status. Her mother, who loved her sister more than her, was obsessed with her, yet so strict with her.

Madam Hua took a step forward, her voice sweet but with a hint of deliberateness, "Ruoyue, you're finally back. How beautiful is the scenery at Grandmother's house? Did you know that the flowers in the Marquis' Mansion bloomed while you were away? It's a pity that you weren't here. What a shame."

Li Ruoyue smiled, her eyes gleaming with wisdom. She knew what Madam Hua meant, but she didn't intend to fight back directly. Instead, she chose to use gentleness to overcome strength. "Madam Hua, thank you for your concern. The scenery at my grandmother's house is indeed beautiful, but the flowers at the Marquis' Mansion are more of a concern to me. After all, home is the warmest harbor."

Ruo Liu stepped forward, a complex look flashing in her eyes. She said softly, "Sister, it's great that you're back. I heard from mother that you were working for the court at my grandmother's house. That's really admirable. I want to learn from you in the future. Learn more about how to help our future generations, so that mother and father won't have to worry so much about us."

Li Ruoyue smiled at Ruojin, her eyes gleaming with tenderness. "Ruoliu, I'm glad you're willing to do this. Learn more skills. It's always better to have more than enough. This way, no matter what we do, we won't be deceived by others. I believe you can become a better person than me."

Although Li Ruoliu said that her sister was right, she was gritting her teeth in her heart. Only scary people would learn so many skills. I just need to manage them well. Why should I learn so much? It would be exhausting and pleasing.

When Mrs. Hua heard Li Ruoyue's words, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes. She didn't expect that Li Ruoyue could deal with her sarcasm so calmly. Moreover, her words were full of encouragement and expectations for Ruoliu, which made her unable to find room for counterattack for a while.

Li Ruoyue's father watched all this with a smile. He was extremely pleased with the way his daughter and Madam Hua were getting along. He knew that being a stepmother was not easy. He had given his grandmother all the respect over the years, and only asked him to take good care of Ruoyue. He had indeed done a good job over the years, but Yue'er was in poor health, so he had no choice but to go to the Taoist temple to recuperate. He knew that Li Ruoyue had grown into a woman who could deal with various complex situations independently. She not only inherited the Marquis's consistent willingness to deal with aftermath, but also her sharp intelligence and loyalty to the emperor and patriotism.

Greeted by Madam Hua and Ruojin, Li Ruoyue and her father entered the Marquis's residence. They knew the road ahead might be filled with challenges, but as long as they held love, wisdom, and courage in their hearts, nothing could stop them. After enjoying a harmonious family life, he had two sons and two daughters. He later married Madam Hua of the Ji clan, Hua Yujiao, who also had a son and a daughter. In her courtyard, there was a maid who had served her since childhood and later became her concubine and bore her the youngest son. He was often away from home, and his family was small, with only one wife and one concubine. In the upper-class circles of Kyoto, this meant a small family and a quiet backyard. A powerful man like him, without dozens of maids, would be laughed at and considered incapable of supporting his family.

The return of Li Ruoyue and her father added a touch of solemnity to the evening at the Marquis' residence. The dinner, meticulously arranged by Madam Hua, was exceptionally grand. The exquisite tableware, delicious dishes, and carefully selected wines all embodied the residence's nobility and luxury. However, beneath this seemingly peaceful dinner, a turbulent undercurrent lurked, and a heated exchange of words was about to unfold.

Mrs. Hua sat in the main seat, her eyes wandering between Li Ruoyue and her father, with a meaningful smile on her lips. She gently put down the chopsticks in her hand and turned her gaze to Li Ruoyue, "Ruoyue, is there anything new during your time at your grandmother's house?

Li Ruoyue smiled, a determined light flashing in her eyes. She gently put down the bowl and chopsticks in her hands and looked at Madam Hua. "Madam Hua, there's nothing special. It's just that my grandfathers were very happy to see me and gave me a lot of small things. They asked me to bring some back for my sister and you. There are also some special herbs that my uncle brought back from his business.

Li Ruoliu interjected softly, her tone tinged with provocation, "Sister, you're studying medicine. Are you planning to open a clinic in the Marquis' Mansion? That's a bold idea. I wonder what father would think."

Li Ruoyue's father put down his wine glass and turned his gaze to Li Ruoyue. A hint of admiration flashed in his eyes. He slowly said, "Ruoyue, it's a good idea. Our mansion needs more kind-hearted and talented people like you. I will fully support your plan to open a clinic."

Mrs. Hua's face changed slightly. She didn't expect Li Ruoyue's father to support her so much, but soon she regained her composure and smiled even brighter. "That's great. We are so proud to have such a talent like Ruoyue in our mansion. Ruoliu, you should also learn from your sister and become a useful person." No matter what you do, there is no high or low.

Li Ruoliu nodded slightly, with a complicated look in her eyes. Her jealousy of Li Ruoyue and her obedience to Mrs. Hua made her seem a little at a loss in such a conversation. She tried to find her place, but found that she seemed to be sandwiched between two powerful women.

Li Ruoliu felt that the atmosphere was particularly oppressive, so she changed the subject and said coquettishly, "Sister, you have so much to learn, aren't you tired? Then I'll go to play with you when I have time. Can you teach me?"

Li Ruoyue looked at you with such a worried look, and a gleam of light flashed in her eyes. Li Ruoyue responded readily, "Okay, come and I'll teach you, but don't be afraid of hard work. You have to get up early every day to see how the herbs grow, and learn how to treat them. What are the effects? Are you sure you want to come?"

Li Liu shrank his neck and said embarrassedly, "It's too troublesome. I have to learn so much. I'm not as smart as my sister, so I won't learn it for now."

Mrs. Hua looked at her daughter's disappointing appearance and gritted her teeth in hatred. Why did she give birth to such an unpresentable daughter who complained about the little things? How could she compare with her sister in the future?

Li Jing looked at them, talking back and forth, and shook his head helplessly, "Stop talking, eat quickly, you are not tired enough on the way here, and you still have time to talk here, eat and rest quickly." He looked at them, talking back and forth, and shook his head helplessly, "Stop talking, eat quickly, you are not tired enough on the way here, and you still have time to talk here, eat and rest quickly."

Upon hearing this, Mrs. Hua quickly added a piece of good bok choy to Li Ruoyue's bowl. This was the specialty dish made by the new chef. Although the bok choy was simple, it was cooked with chicken broth. The broth seemed simple, but there was something special inside.

If you pick up the bok choy and take a bite, it is indeed crisp and refreshing. If you pick up the bok choy and take a bite, it is indeed crisp and refreshing. Madam Hua said gently, "Thank you, Madam." The family had a dinner in a seemingly polite and harmonious manner.

The dinner continued in this heated exchange of words, each person's words concealing their own intentions and emotions. Li Ruoyue's wisdom and cunning, her father's fairness and support, Mrs. Hua's shrewdness and control, and Li Ruoliu's complex emotions were all fully displayed at the dinner. Their words intertwined, forming a complex and subtle web, in which each person sought their place and their own value.