Jiang Qiao went back and packed some food for Chunming, then asked Ning Hao to deliver it to him, and also told him about Niu Guihua's plans.

"Oh? They really dare to think that way. As far as I know, the two families haven't had a pleasant relationship in recent years."

Jiang Qiao chuckled twice. "The Jiang family never considers other people's thoughts. Only their own thoughts matter. Don't forget how I got out of poverty back then. I was also tormented by that woman and her children."

Oh dear, thinking back, it's fortunate you were there to help back then, otherwise, things would have been much more complicated afterwards.

Thinking about his wife's plight, Ning Hao felt quite sorry for Jiang Xintong. Her mother had been sold off, and the Jiang family still dared to make a move on her daughter. How could they be so shameless?

Actually, this matter is not as simple as Niu Guihua thinks. When the other party comes, it means they are determined to have him. Taking care of her son's eating, drinking and toileting every day has made her tired and weary. When he was a child, she could move him, but now that he is older, it is becoming more and more difficult for her.

Moreover, her son is a handful, causing trouble at home every day. The only thing she can think of is to find him a wife as soon as possible. But when it comes to finding someone to serve you, no one will do it without paying you.

Besides, their family is really short of money. Jiang Ping's meager salary has to support several people in their family, which is quite a struggle. The key issue is that with such a son, she can't go to work in the fields.

The eldest daughter is really unreliable; she's always up to no good. And this time, Niu Guihua's purpose in coming here isn't just to find a wife for her son, but also to ask her younger daughter for money.

However, Niu Guihua was unaware that her move-in had already drawn the attention of her neighbors, including Jiang Qiao. This woman was known for being a night owl who would only come to the house if there was something to do, and even the Guo siblings had received instructions from Song Lianfeng.

The brother and sister were even more decisive. They didn't bother with each other at all. They locked the door, packed their luggage, and applied for dormitory accommodation, just to be wary of their aunt. She was a scoundrel, and her mother had warned her about it long ago.

Moreover, the two children were afraid of bothering their parents, and since they couldn't afford to offend them, they could at least avoid them. So, without realizing it, Niu Guihua discovered that the two siblings had disappeared and hadn't even come home.

She had originally planned to go to the workplace to look for them, but unfortunately, Guo Liang and his sister were as stubborn as mules and refused to meet them, leaving Niu Guihua helpless.

She had originally planned to come and find a daughter-in-law who would do chores for her for free, but now it seems that this idea is likely to fall through.

All that's left is to go find the little girl, but Niu Guihua still doesn't know where Jiang Hong lives. Anyway, nobody in the compound knows, and she hasn't come back for a long time. Who knows where she went?

Niu Guihua had no choice but to go to her son's place. Jiang Ping hadn't returned for the past two days, and she didn't know if he was with her son.

With Niu Guihua gone, the people in the courtyard could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Song Lianfeng patted her chest and said, "The Jiang family is not to be trifled with. As soon as Niu Guihua came, the atmosphere in our house became much more somber. We were afraid that something bad would happen next door. Oh well, it's good that she's gone. Now I can make some soup for Chunming to nourish him."

Seeing Song Lianfeng's expression, Jiang Qiao couldn't help but smile. If she wanted to cook something delicious at home, she had to be wary of Niu Guihua next door.

The Jiang family members are dishonest, and I'm afraid this person will gossip and spread rumors. This forced Song Lianfeng, the mother, to have no choice but to boil an egg for her son. Ironically, it was Jiang Qiao who delivered that egg.

Sometimes, seeing her son's occasional dejected expression, she felt bad. She knew her son liked Jiang Qiao, but it really depended on fate. Even Grandpa Hou said that the two of them had no chance. What could she, as his mother, say?

She couldn't be the villain and break up someone's wonderful marriage, could she? Besides, she didn't have the ability. Not to mention Jiang Qiao, even Ning Hao wasn't someone to be easily fooled. She felt sorry for her son, but there was nothing she could do.

Hou Diankui walked in carrying fish. "Oh, Qiao'er's here too. Chunming, you've finished your medicine, can you go to work now?"

Jiang Qiao nodded. "Of course, there are no problems anymore. The residual poison has been removed. However, it's best not to go to such places recently."

Hou Diankui waved his hand and said, "It won't be that fast. Encountering such a large tomb isn't something that happens every day. Besides, after this incident, professionals have already taken care of it. I knew those people were unreliable before; they really had a problem. This is their first time doing something like this. You have to admit, these people are really bold."

Jiang Qiao smiled and said, "Haven't you heard that the bolder you are, the more you can produce? They think it's about farming. Never mind them. I'm going to check out the restaurant later. Are you coming?"

Hou Diankui was eager to go out for a stroll. "Chunming's mom, keep this for Chunming to make soup. Jiang Qiao and I are going out for a walk. Let Chunming have some free time and read more books. I'm off—"

Jiang Qiao hasn't come to check out the restaurants in the city yet. With Dong Kaizhen and Ma Zongxiang taking turns running the place, Jiang Qiao isn't worried about these kids causing any trouble.

That old couple were no ordinary people; no ordinary person could fool them.

When they arrived at the place, even Jiang Qiao had to admire Hou Diankui's eye for talent. He had chosen a great location. Look, it's not even noon yet, and the restaurant is already packed with diners.

At first glance, you can tell the restaurant is doing good business. The key thing is that the people at the restaurant are very welcoming. Even before you enter, you can see the people inside greeting you warmly.

Compared to the service in state-run restaurants, the service here is far superior. The food is brought right to your table, so you don't have to move around.

Moreover, as soon as guests arrive, they are immediately offered boiled water. You know, in this cold weather, after traveling for half a day, even if you don't eat, having a cup of hot water to drink is heartwarming, isn't it?

"Oh, sister, you're here! Come in and have a seat!"

Upon seeing Jiang Qiao and Hou Diankui, the young waiter quickly greeted them.

Jiang Qiao gave the other person a thumbs up, then winked. Both of them knew what it meant, and Hou Diankui patted the young man on the shoulder.

"Well done, keep it up."

The young man smiled and replied, "Just you wait and see, we'll definitely make our guests feel right at home. Sister, you two go inside first, Mr. Ma and the others are in the backyard."

Just as Jiang Qiao and the others went inside, more people arrived outside. There were three people: two women and one man, one of whom was a heavily pregnant woman.

Jiang Qiao only glanced back once. The other person was dressed well, but looked very haggard. She wondered to herself, "Why is this pregnant woman out with someone? Isn't she afraid of what might happen? How dangerous would it be for her to give birth on the road?"