Chapter 11 Enticement Qiu Yu Ruo smiled as she accepted it, but then...

Qiu Yuruo smiled and took it, but then put it back into her mouth, saying, "I'm taking care of my stomach, so I can't eat sweets. I'll eat them after my stomach has recovered."

Those traveling with them exchanged glances as they watched the loving relationship between the sisters-in-law, and then they were all happy for the eldest branch of the Su family.

Qiu Yuru hummed a song in her heart and led her two younger sisters home before noon.

She handed the basket directly to Su Yunche, saying, "There's some candy inside for you, take it and eat it yourself," before going to wash her hands.

The first thing I did after washing my hands was to check on Su Yunting, who, of course, showed no change.

The temperature outside had risen, so Qiu Yuruo instructed the two of them to carry Su Yunting back inside.

With a candy in his mouth, Su Yunche could hear Qiu Yuruo's voice in his ear. He didn't need to worry about his brother's care or his sisters going out.

He did whatever Qiu Yuruo told him to do, and not only did he get to eat candy that he hadn't had in a long time, but he also ate delicious food that he had never eaten before at noon.

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Because Uncle Qiu prepared a dowry for Qiu Yuruo, he was quite glamorous when Qiu Yuruo got married.

He was naturally very enthusiastic about welcoming Qiu Yuruo back to her parents' home. He had already harnessed the oxcart to his house early in the morning. After breakfast, while the villagers were heading out to work, he drove the oxcart to pick up Qiu Yuruo.

She left the village amidst praise, and when she arrived at Sujiazhuang, Aunt Wang, who had come to deliver live chickens to Qiu Yuruo, had not yet returned.

When Qiu Yu saw that Uncle Qiu was coming, she looked overjoyed and asked him if he was thirsty or hungry.

Fortunately, Uncle Qiu has been flattered these past two days and has brainwashed himself into believing that they are actually very close uncle and nephew, not uncle and nephew who live in the same courtyard but don't exchange a word for two or three months.

Faced with Qiu Yuruo's enthusiasm, Uncle Qiu accepted it well. "Your aunt is looking forward to your return. She made breakfast earlier than usual and urged me to come over after breakfast."

Qiu Yuruo said, "I miss my third aunt too."

After saying that, he called Yun Che and the other two over and told them to recognize their relatives and greet each other.

Within two days, Yun Che and his two siblings had been won over by Qiu Yuruo, and they all obediently called her Third Uncle.

Uncle Qiu agreed, saying, "They are all good children."

Seeing a kind-looking woman in the courtyard, Uncle Renyi quickly switched on and said to Qiu Yuruo, "Yuruo, now that you've married into the family, you'll be their eldest sister-in-law. These three children will be relying on you from now on!"

Life is like a play, and it all depends on acting skills. Qiu Yuruo also has some acting skills: "Don't worry, Uncle, I won't let Grandpa and you down."

Witnessing such a benevolent scene, Aunt Wang was deeply moved. She praised Uncle Qiu and Qiu Yuruo one by one before accepting the money from Qiu Yuruo and leaving satisfied.

Aunt Wang went out, and there was an awkward moment.

Fortunately, Uncle Qiu was quick-witted and asked Qiu Yuruo directly, "How is Yunting? Has he been doing well these past few days?"

Qiu Yuruo: "Yunting is inside, and he's been doing well these past two days."

After saying that, he told Yun Che and the others to pack their things and wait in the yard for a while, and then he led Uncle Qiu into the house.

Today, only Su Jingshu was home, so Qiu Yuruo didn't move Su Yunting to another place and let him stay in bed. This way, it would be easier for her second sister to get him to turn over and eat.

Uncle Qiu looked at the person lying on the bed. Although he was quite handsome, he couldn't bring himself to say anything to praise him.

Because of the closeness he had imagined with Qiu Yuruo these past two days, Uncle Qiu complained in his heart that the old man had harmed his own child for the sake of face, and cursed Qiu Laoda for being a heartless person. Originally, his daughter should have married into the family, but he bullied the second son's death and made Yuruo suffer.

Seeing his expression, Qiu Yu Ruo comforted him instead: "Actually, it's quite good to marry into this family. There are no elders to suppress me, I can make my own decisions, and I won't be bullied by my husband. As long as I raise my younger siblings, someone will take care of me when I get old."

She spoke calmly, but Uncle Qiu's nose tingled with sadness. Although he was a bit lazy and calculating, he was not a heartless person. Seeing his niece, who was as beautiful as a flower bud, about to live a life of widowhood with a future he could see the end of, made him feel even more distressed.

This is a painful experience not only for Uncle Qiu, but also for Su Yunting, who is fully conscious.

These past two days, whenever he was conscious, he thought about Qiu Yuruo the most, paid the most attention to Qiu Yuruo, and even had the most contact with Qiu Yuruo.

Because when he was conscious at night, she was the only one beside him.

He discovered that during the day she was an elder sister-in-law who could be relied upon by her younger siblings, while at night she was a lively yet lonely little girl.

Her vivacity was known only to herself, and her loneliness was also something she only told herself.

Now, the girl who hasn't even fully blossomed yet is speaking words tinged with a sense of vicissitude. How could Su Yunting not feel heartbroken?

On the contrary, Qiu Yuruo had already come to terms with it and was preparing to make a name for herself in this era to change her life. If she were to be replaced with a normal husband who could move and jump around, she would not be willing!

After all, she had to serve a man who was able to move and jump, and she also had to tolerate his male chauvinism, always putting him first, and she couldn't be better than him.

What man is better than one who just lies in bed looking good and doesn't cause any trouble?

Qiu Yuruo left Yun Che and the other two outside because she had something to say to her third uncle alone. Seeing that he was upset, she only offered a word of comfort and then moved on from the matter.

Now that everyone had seen it, Qiu Yuruo invited him to talk in the outer room.

At this time of year, the door between the inner and outer rooms is covered by a thin curtain, and Su Yunting could hear his daughter talking to Uncle Qiu in the outer room.

She first talked about how she was asked about her hunger strike yesterday, then how she dealt with it, and what other people in town advised her not to get close to Boss Qiu anymore.

Uncle Qiu was naturally pleased to hear Qiu Yuruo also talking about the dowry he had prepared for her. He continued to say righteously, "You are the only bloodline left by your father. As your uncle, I can't make the decision about your marriage, but I can do my best to prepare some things for you so that you won't be looked down upon after you marry into the family."

Qiu Yuruo: If Third Uncle didn't understand, then explain it more clearly.

"Of course I am grateful to my third uncle and aunt, but when I think about what I have been through, I can't help but worry about you."

It's just the two of us, uncle and nephew, here. To be honest, Grandpa's heart is completely devoted to my uncle's family. This time, when my uncle's family was in trouble, Grandpa pushed me forward to settle things for him. But what if he gets into trouble again next time?

Uncle Qiu had a sudden inspiration: of course, he should push forward his own branch of the family to settle things for their precious child!

Qiu Yuruo continued, "Third Uncle should know that my mother is literate."

Uncle Qiu nodded. Of course he knew that. His family owned more than 100 acres of land and lived a comfortable life. If his second sister-in-law hadn't been literate, the old man would never have been able to marry into such a poor family.

Qiu Yuruo: "Even for women seeking marriage, literacy is a great advantage. My eldest uncle has studied for so many years, but besides teaching his entire family, did he ever teach your second son and third son?"

Uncle Qiu: "Sanliang is still young. Ersheng studied with your eldest uncle before, but that child is playful. Your eldest uncle said he's not cut out for studying..."

At this point, Uncle Qiu suddenly stopped.

Qiu Yuru suppressed the upward curve of her lips. "I was playful when I was little, but my mother still made me learn all the characters. Ersheng and his brother were playful when they were three or five years old, but now they are much more mature..."

Uncle Qiu was so angry that his breathing became heavy. What a good brother he was! He taught his son to read and write, but said that his son was not cut out for studying.

He was thinking that his family could only afford to send one person to school. If he couldn't pass the exam, only his son would be literate in the next generation, so his family would naturally continue to support his son's education!

Uncle Qiu was furious, which put Qiu Yuruo at ease.

Getting angry isn't enough; you also need to give him a way out. "Grandpa had three sons. My father passed away early, taking my brothers with him. Luckily, my third uncle had two sons, otherwise, one of your three branches of the family would be without descendants!"

Uncle Qiu looked up and met Qiu Yuru's gaze.

Why not give one of your sons to your second brother? That way, your share of the family property will double. But you'll have to change how you address him after the adoption. It wouldn't bother you, but your wife probably wouldn't be willing.

Qiu Yuruo wouldn't be the kind of person to separate a mother and child. "Although my father passed away early, he was still listed in the family genealogy and worshipped by the family. It's just that my younger brother also passed away. Every year on the anniversary of my father's passing, it's always my nephew's turn to attend to him."

Uncle Qiu understood this time. Qiu Yuruo meant that there was no need for adoption. His own son only needed to offer sacrifices to his second brother on the anniversary of his death.

In fact, there are many such cases in the clan, but they are all cases where the person himself has no descendants and no brothers in his father's generation. Only when a distant nephew is buried can he inherit his house and land.

Uncle Qiu was very tempted, but said, "I'm afraid your eldest uncle won't agree."

Qiu Yu looked at him and said, "Everyone in the village says that Grandpa is the most trustworthy. This time, when I got married, didn't I also let the villagers see your benevolence?"

Sometimes, if you seize the opportunity, the impossible can become possible.

Uncle Qiu's heart pounded like a drum. He had never imagined that he could get more things in the house than his eldest brother!

What seemed impossible before, now seems not so impossible.

Qiu Yuruo watched him fall into deep thought and slowly smiled.

Su Yunting smiled in her mind; she was luring Uncle Qiu home to cause trouble about dividing the family property.

Qiu Yu Ruo was trying to lure Uncle Qiu San home to cause trouble and divide the family property, so that the old man Qiu's family would be in turmoil and the eldest brother Qiu would never be able to live a life of luxury again.

While she was on a hunger strike at the Qiu family's house, she thought of various ways to get revenge on them more than once.

She married into the Su family, and it seems to be going well. Although she herself does feel that it's going well, this feeling of well-being comes from her adjusted mindset and having plans for the future, not from the fact that the marriage itself is a good one.

Their coercion brought me to the brink of death; this is a fact that has already occurred.

Some people have to pay the price for what they've done.