The villagers sighed inwardly as they looked at the Zhao couple's graying hair; the pain of a parent outliving their child is an unbearable sorrow.

The village continues to function as usual, no matter who is missing.

Tingting and Jianguo steamed enough rice, various steamed buns and dumplings, and cooked all kinds of dishes in one go. This guaranteed that they wouldn't have to cook for at least 3 years, which was a relief.

This family doesn't usually have much money, and they don't have much time to cook. Tingting and Jianjun were well-prepared, so everything went smoothly.

Today I steamed egg custard for my three sons, and also made some steamed lamb. They ate it with their mouths greasy, it smelled so good!

"Mom, I want to eat more," Zhu Zi said, taking out his small bowl.

"You can't eat anymore. Wait until dinner. You ate too much at noon. You can't eat anymore. Have you forgotten how your stomach hurt last time?"

"Alright, Mother, let's eat it at midnight then," Zhu Zi pouted.

"After you finish eating, go for a walk with your dad to digest your food. When we get back, I'll have you read the Chinese characters and pinyin first, and then look at this book. Got it?"

"Okay, Mom," Zhu Zi sighed.

"Mom, you're making me sound old. Time flies! You already have three kids. Time really flies."

"Wife, you'll always be 18 in my heart." Tingting rolled her eyes at him when she heard him say that, but she was actually quite happy. After all, what woman doesn't like to hear nice things?

Qin Yecai is almost 17 years old, and in the Wu Dynasty, it's time for her to get married. She wants to find a responsible and kind-hearted person, preferably someone with a simple family life and not too many problems. She already has someone in mind.

She was never a timid or insecure person, so she decided to ask him about his attitude towards her. If things went well, she would prepare to be with him.

"Is Brother Liu busy?"

"What's wrong, wild vegetables? Is there anything I can help you with?"

"Brother Liu, I wanted to ask you, do you have someone you like?"

“My parents passed away, and I have no one to help me. My face is also marked with chickenpox scars.”

"Plus, I have two younger siblings. No one would like me. And the conditions are very tight. What parent wouldn't want their child to marry into a well-off family?"

"Brother Liu, what do you think of me? You saved me last time, and I've fallen for you ever since. I want to ask if you'd be willing?"

“Wild Vegetable Girl, I am willing. After all, it would be my blessing to marry such a capable and beautiful wife as you. But as you can see, I have two younger brothers and sisters-in-law. My younger brother will have to get married in the future, and I am afraid that you will suffer with me.”

"Besides, even your uncle and aunt wouldn't agree. Everyone wants to find a good family for their daughter, regardless of the conditions."

“I’m not afraid of hardship. After you saved me last time, I went back and thought a lot. I’ve thought about everything you said. I’ve always believed that good character is more important than good conditions. If you agree, I’ll talk to my parents.”

"Girl, I definitely agree, but when I go to your house, I'll talk to your parents and see what they need. Then I'll definitely gather the money to marry you."

"Alright, Brother Liu, I'll be going now."

Qin Yecai herself knew that she could find someone with better conditions, and with her own space and strength, she could live a prosperous life no matter who she married.

But ever since Liu Mazi saved her last time, she has found a sense of security. Even the strongest woman hopes to have someone to care for her when she gets home, someone to rely on, and someone to protect her when she is helpless.