Manager Qiu is a capable person. In the afternoon, he brought people over to discuss the deal with Gu An'an.

The house and land deeds have been brought along. We just need to wait for Gu An'an to bring the money tomorrow so that the two of us can go to the yamen to change the names.

Just as Gu An'an expected, Manager Qiu really didn't ask for money. "If Madam Gu has any good stuff in the future, just think of me first."

What good are the hard-earned ten taels of silver from Gu An'an compared to the benefits of maintaining a good relationship with her?

Manager Qiu was a businessman, so he naturally knew how to maximize his profits.

The shop is in a very good location, in the prime area of ​​Anping County.

After finishing her business, Gu An'an took the children to check it out. She learned from the neighbors that although the shop was only eighty taels of silver—a very cheap price—the rent for the surrounding shops was nearly twenty taels of silver a year.

The reason this shop is so cheap is largely because it's located in an inauspicious place.

Someone died here before, and several people who rented this shop to do business have encountered various troubles.

Some broke their arms and legs, and others had their families suffer. Several people who rented the shop lost everything.

In short, this is a notoriously haunted house.

Upon hearing this, Jiang Mingzhu's initial joy diminished somewhat. "Mother, how about we go somewhere else?"

This haunted house sounds really unreliable.

Gu An'an couldn't help but laugh when she saw the young girl with a hint of fear in her eyes. "It's okay. This isn't necessarily a haunted house. It's just that the previous people had a bit of bad luck. Maybe it's suitable for us."

Although Manager Qiu did not conceal anything, his statement was somewhat vague.

If Gu An'an had known this would happen, she would have negotiated the price further.

Jiang Mingzhu was still a little worried, fearing that the shop was unlucky and would affect her family.

Jiang Mingyi, however, offered some words of comfort: "Confucius said, 'You should not talk about strange phenomena, physical prowess, disorder, or spirits.' These kinds of things are mostly based on hearsay. This shop is cheap, so many people rent it to do business because they are not good at it, which is why all sorts of problems arise. That's why some people lose all their capital. So there's no need to worry too much."

After all, the two siblings had relied on each other for many years, and Jiang Mingyi easily persuaded the person Gu An'an couldn't.

"At worst, after we move here, I'll buy more firecrackers and set them off to scare away these fierce spirits, then we won't be afraid anymore."

Jiang Mingzhu smiled upon hearing this, "Okay, I'll buy more firecrackers and realgar wine then."

Gu An'an: "..." Is it really necessary to exorcise snakes and insects? There's no White Snake Lady here, child, are you overthinking things based on bedtime stories?

However, since she was worried, Gu An'an went along with Jiang Mingzhu's words.

Just then, Jiang Mingxu and Bao'er ran hand in hand towards Gu An'an.

"Mom, I can smell osmanthus cake."

Gu An'an was both amused and exasperated upon hearing this, "You really have a keen sense of smell."

This is the busiest street in Anping County. Isn't there a pastry shop right across the street? Gu An'an had bought pastries there before to take home.

Jiang Mingxu hugged Gu An'an's leg and said, "It's Bao'er who wants to eat it, not me."

Unfortunately, Bao'er was so naive that she had no idea her older brother was framing her. "Your Majesty, Bao'er is hungry and wants to eat some sweet and fragrant cakes."

This silly child.

Gu An'an picked up the child and asked, "Baby, you've eaten a lot today. Are you sure you want some more snacks?"

The little girl looked down at her bulging belly. "Do I? I don't think so."

You really have a huge appetite.

If she could do live streaming, Gu An'an would definitely do it to earn some extra money.

"You're such a big eater. If you grow up to be a little chubby, who will dare to marry you?"

The little girl didn't understand what "little chubby boy" meant; she just tucked her head into Gu An'an's neck, making Gu An'an feel ticklish. "Alright, alright, let's go buy some snacks."

As the saying goes, the wild flowers are more fragrant than the garden flowers. No matter how delicious her cooking is, the children will get tired of eating it every day.

I want to try something different to cleanse my stomach.

After leaving the shop, Gu An'an took the children to a pastry shop to buy snacks.

Jiang Mingxu and Bao'er are stubborn people; once they've decided on osmanthus cake, they'll only have osmanthus cake.

Jiang Mingzhu found the various pastries fascinating, her beautiful eyes unable to take them all in.

Jiang Mingyi was the only one who helped take care of Bao'er, but didn't really look after her.

"Do you have any snacks you like? It's Mom's treating today, so take whatever you want."

Jiang Mingyi was taken aback for a moment before saying, "I'm not picky."

He is not a picky eater.

Anything is fine with her, yet it's impossible to figure out what this child actually likes.

After thinking it over, Gu An'an said, "Then let's have another plum blossom cake."

Jiang Mingyi couldn't help but glance at Gu An'an. He had noticed the plum blossom-shaped pastry was exquisite and had taken a second look at it, but he didn't expect that she had seen it.

The young man seemed to have his most secret thoughts read, and after a long while, he finally spoke, "Mother, do you have any favorite snacks?"

"Yes." Gu An'an wanted to eat cheesecake, missed mousse cake, and also wanted to eat ice cream.

Unfortunately, none of these are available.

Meeting the young man's burning gaze, Gu An'an smiled gently, "I like everything, I don't have any dietary restrictions."

I like them all, but I don't really like any of them.

It seems that seeing them enjoy their meal is the happiest thing in the world.

Countless thoughts rushed through Jiang Mingyi's mind, but in the end, he only said one sentence: "No wonder we are family."

People who aren't family don't enter the same door.

That's right, they're not picky eaters at all.

Gu An'an smiled and went to pay the money.

The owner of the pastry shop recognized Gu An'an and was quite curious to see how generously she bought food for the children. After exchanging a few pleasantries, he gave Jiang Mingxu and Bao'er some pastries to eat on their way.

Gu An'an was both amused and exasperated to see the two children who had gotten the food by simply showing their faces. After thanking them repeatedly, she took the children home.

Before the carriage even reached the doorstep, the person standing there could be seen from afar.

It turned out to be Ninth Sister-in-law.

Gu An'an was somewhat puzzled. Although she had a falling out with Ninth Sister-in-law, they had become friends after the fight. Although they didn't interact much, Ninth Sister-in-law was one of the few people who had some pity for her and would take care of her in her words when things happened.

I just don't know why Ninth Sister-in-law came over at this time.

The people who had been waiting outside Gu An'an's house for a long time were not in a hurry. After helping to unload the things from the carriage, they pulled Gu An'an out of the house and said, "Your sister-in-law has run away."

"What?"

I recognize each of these characters individually, so why is it that when they're put together, I can't quite understand what they mean?

Ninth Sister-in-law emphasized each word carefully, "Your eldest sister-in-law ran away with Jiang Qiaoqiao!"