Chapter 14 We can't deplete her.

"What happened?"

Zhang was somewhat curious.

Qin Yulin then recounted what had happened that afternoon.

The whole family looked serious for a moment.

Su Dai looked at this, then at that.

What's wrong with everyone? Why did they suddenly stop smiling? Both uncles used to be so happy.

"Yu Wan, have you shown similar signs before?"

Qin Tianhai looked at Qin Shi and asked, recalling the events of the past few days, Qin Tianhai felt that Su Dai was unusual.

There are many strange things in this world, and such rumors are not uncommon. However, people who are so lucky are often sickly and die young.

The old man said that such people have special abilities, but God is fair. They exhaust all their luck in life, and when their luck is gone, their lives come to an end.

Madam Qin nodded: "Since Su Bao was born, everything in the family has gone smoothly. They also like to ask Su Bao for auspicious words, but Su Jingui and Su Jinbao will say the same auspicious words."

The Su family never felt that their good fortune was brought by Su Dai, but rather believed that they were blessed with good fortune themselves.

They would think Su Jingui and Su Jinbao were lucky, but they wouldn't think that the frail and sickly Su Dai was lucky; they would only think she was unlucky and wouldn't live long.

"Let's not talk about the past, but in the future, don't let Su Bao say such nice things. Our family has hands and feet, we're not lazy, and we won't lack food or clothing."

Qin Tianhai said seriously.

Qin was startled, and she nodded with tears in her eyes.

Su Dai was filled with doubt. She understood what he said, but she didn't understand why.

Don't people really like good luck? Why would someone push good luck away?

It took Su Dai many years to understand that true care is about giving, not taking.

It's just that this is her first time being a human, so she doesn't understand yet.

Qin Tianhai then looked at Qin Yulin and Zhao Shi, saying, "This matter must not be spoken of to outsiders, nor should it be discussed with Su Bao."

Qin Yulin immediately nodded: "Don't worry, Dad, we won't."

Zhao said with some worry, "Father, I made a mistake. Before, when Su Bao asked me what I wanted, I said I wanted a child..."

At that time, she didn't know that Su Dai might have this ability; she just thought it was a child's innocent curiosity. She said it anyway, and now she regrets it.

Qin Tianhai remained silent.

Zhang looked at Su Dai with a worried expression.

Seeing everyone looking at her like that, Su Dai sensed their worry and explained, "Auntie, don't be sad. You were always going to have a baby."

"Su Bao, I'm sorry."

Zhao hugged Su Dai, choking back tears.

Su Dai shook her head: "Aunt, I'm fine, and I like you very much too."

Zhao's embrace felt different from her mother's, but it was still comfortable.

"Sister-in-law, don't worry, Su Bao is fine. She's much better than she was at the Su family home. She's even gained weight. She's doing great."

Qin comforted Zhao, saying that she knew Su Dai best. If something really happened, Su Dai would get sick and wouldn't be as lively and energetic as she was now.

"And you might actually be pregnant, so you shouldn't get so emotional."

Qin smiled slightly and said again.

Su Dai stepped out of Zhao's arms and spun around a few times: "Don't cry, Aunt, I'm all better now."

Having experienced the Su family, Su Dai understood that she couldn't overwork her body, so she would only bestow blessings, not force anyone to receive them.

"Alright, as long as Su Bao is alright, that's good. Let's all keep this in mind and remember it from now on."

Qin Tianhai said solemnly.

Qin Yulin and Zhao both nodded solemnly.

Qin lowered her eyes, tears welling up, but the corners of her mouth turned up in a smile.

“You should also teach your child properly, not to agree to other people’s demands. She’s still young and can’t distinguish right from wrong, and she doesn’t understand the harm that comes with it. As her mother, you should pay more attention. When she grows up, this strange ability may gradually disappear.”

Zhang looked at Qin and said.

Madam Qin nodded: "Don't worry, Mother, I've got it."

Su Dai yawned, thinking that her good luck wouldn't disappear even as she grew up.

But seeing how worried everyone was, she stopped talking.

As night fell, Su Dai felt sleepy.

She didn't want to sleep, but her eyelids just kept getting heavier and heavier.

She leaned against Qin's chest and fell asleep without her noticing.

Madam Qin's gaze was gentle, and she radiated a maternal glow.

Zhao looked on with envy.

"Xiao Lan has been more careful lately; she can't be careless no matter what."

Zhang looked at Zhao and gave her instructions.

At the beginning of pregnancy, the body is vulnerable, so it's best to be careful.

Madam Zhao nodded repeatedly: "Don't worry, Mother, I know."

She was certain she was pregnant, and she would be extremely careful.

The family chatted for a while before going back to their rooms to rest.

The next day was a bright and sunny day.

The fish, which had been marinated overnight, was now ready to be dried.

Qin and Zhao stayed home to do housework, while Zhang went to the fields.

It's still early to dry the fish.

Qin and Zhao then brought out the clothes, and the two of them made clothes together, discussing the patterns to be embroidered.

Su Dai ate rice cakes while squatting in the corner of the yard watching ants search for food.

If it's interesting to watch, Su Dai will put tiny rice cakes, about the size of sesame seeds, on the ground to observe the ants carrying the food.

There was a knock on the door.

Qin got up to open the door.

The door opened, and a girl with an unfamiliar face appeared.

Qin asked in confusion, "Who are you looking for?"

None of her relatives recognized the girl, so Qin instinctively assumed she had made a mistake.

Zhao Caiju was also taken aback. She asked, "Who are you? What are you doing at my cousin's house?"

Could this be the concubine that my cousin's husband married?

Zhao Caiju's eyes immediately swept over Qin Shi.

Qin frowned.

Zhao Shi had already arrived. Upon seeing her cousin Zhao Caiju, she frowned and asked, "Caiju, what brings you here?"

Are they relatives from your sister-in-law's side of the family?

Madam Qin stepped aside.

"Cousin, I've come to see you. I've missed you so much, I've come to keep you company."

Zhao Caiju immediately took Zhao's arm, but her clever eyes still glanced at Qin.

“This is my aunt, Qin Yuwan. You can just call her Sister Yuwan.”

Zhao introduced Zhao Caiju to the situation to prevent her from making any mistakes.

Zhao Caiju's eyes softened immediately, and she smiled and said, "Hello, Sister Yuwan, my name is Zhao Caiju. You can call me Caiju or Xiaoju."

So this is the sister-in-law who took over a thousand taels of silver and went home after the divorce.

Zhao Caiju looked at Qin Shi as if she were looking at a god of wealth.

Madam Qin smiled faintly, nodded, and said, "I'll just call you Caiju, just like my sister-in-law does."

For some reason, she always felt uncomfortable with the way Zhao Caiju looked at her, as if she was either an enemy or a commodity.

Zhao Caiju nodded: "Either is fine."

As she spoke, Zhao Caiju looked around again, and when she saw Su Dai in the corner, she frowned slightly, and then asked, "Sister Yuwan, is that your daughter?"

Qin nodded.

Su Dai also looked over. She didn't like Zhao Caiju at first glance, but she smiled slightly out of politeness.