Li Zixiu finally led the villagers here, and thought that they would see the unbearable scene between Bai Su and Li Cuiliu after arriving.

Who would have thought that what they saw was Li Ergou, who had truly become a drowned dog, and then he used all his strength to pull Li Cuiliu out of the river. Saving people is a strenuous job, and when they reached the shore, they collapsed to the side, too exhausted to get up.

Li Cuiliu was frightened and drank a lot of water in the river. She fainted at this moment, which saved Chen Tian, ​​who had originally planned to knock her out with his spiritual sense, some trouble.

Although Li Cuiliu had been rescued, her appearance was truly unbearable. Lying on the ground, her clothes disheveled. Li Cuiliu had intended to frame Bai Su, and had deliberately loosened her belt. The rush of the river had blown her dress wide open, revealing her bellyband.

Li Zixiu was also a little confused. He didn't know why the situation in front of him turned out like this. Li Ergou, whom he had found as a witness, was now lying together with Li Cuiliu.

However, he reacted and felt that the matter could not be let go. He quickly looked at Bai Su who was standing there and said, "Mr. Bai, what's wrong with cousin Cui Liu? Why is she lying on the ground in disarray? I heard her say before that she had an appointment with you to meet you in the back mountain. Could it be that..."

"What's the problem?"

Chen Tian was too lazy to listen to his nonsense and interrupted him directly, "Look at Suzhi now, with firewood on his back, and we are together. Could it be that he really met with someone privately, and would he come all the way to collect firewood, and even bring someone with him?"

When the villagers behind him heard what Li Zixiu said, their eyes initially drifted towards Bai Su in a strange way, but when they heard Chen Tian's words, they felt that this was the truth.

How could someone have a tryst while carrying a full load of firewood and bringing his brothers along?

Especially Li Cuiliu who was lying on the ground, they also knew who Bai Xiucai was. He was the only scholar in their village.

Rather than saying that the person she was having a tryst with was Bai Xiucai, they would rather believe that it was Li Ergou!

Chen Tian took a quick look and could almost guess what the villagers were thinking. He continued, "When we arrived, we saw this big brother jumping into the river to save someone. Suzhi and I are not good swimmers and could not help. It was thanks to this big brother that the woman was saved.

But, if they hug each other like this, who knows what to do when the man wakes up? I’m afraid her husband’s family won’t tolerate her!

Chen Tian had a sympathetic look on his face, and the villagers thought he was new to the village and unfamiliar with the situation. They actually thought he was just kind-hearted and could understand his thoughts.

Although Dongye’s gender separation is not that strict, Li Cuiliu is now in a revealing state and was seen hugging Li Ergou in public.

Even if Li Ergou was trying to save people, he completely ruined her reputation.

Although Li Cuiliu actually has no reputation to speak of, at least these things have never been exposed.

Li Ergou was a little stunned when he heard Chen Tian’s words at first, but when he came to his senses, he immediately realized the other party’s intention.

He opened his mouth to refute, but was silenced instantly by Chen Tian's cold gaze. He lowered his head and subconsciously glanced at the unconscious Li Cuiliu beside him.

Li Cuiliu's style is not very good, but she has a good appearance and is a woman.

Li Ergou is already in his thirties and still has no wife, and his family is extremely poor.

If he agreed to what happened today and said he would take responsibility if he died, then Li Cuiliu would definitely follow him. He probably wouldn't even need much betrothal gift to marry her.

Seeing Li Zixiu on the opposite side constantly winking at him, Li Ergou also knew that the other party wanted him to throw dirty water on Bai Su.

But no matter how much money Li Zixiu gave, it would not be as cost-effective as getting a wife.

Thinking of this, Li Ergou's eyes rolled, and he quickly said to Chen Tian: "This brother, this brother doesn't know that Li Cuiliu has no husband's family."

After saying this, as if deliberately wanting everyone to hear, he continued loudly: "Don't worry, since I saved this person, I will naturally be happy to take responsibility for seeing him off!"

Coincidentally, Li Cuiliu's family was among the visitors. They knew exactly what kind of person Li Cuiliu was, and simply thought their daughter had been involved with this scoundrel, something immoral, and had no idea there might be any other implications. As for Bai Xiucai, the flower of high rank, they didn't even dare to think about it.

They had already been completely disappointed with Li Cuiliu, and now they could not wait to get her out of the house to prevent her from bringing bad reputation to their son and making it difficult for him to find a wife.

So when Li Ergou said this, several people immediately discussed it and decided to promise Li Cuiliu to him.

This incident had its reasons, and with the villagers testifying, there was nothing unreasonable about it.

He didn't even ask for much in the way of betrothal gifts, but simply agreed that he wouldn't give any dowry. He clearly didn't want to have anything to do with his immoral daughter anymore. He simply left her to Li Ergou and left in a hurry.

Li Cuiliu's parents had just left when the woman lying on the ground slowly woke up. When she looked up and opened her eyes, she saw Li Ergou standing guard opposite her.

When Li Ergou saw her wake up, he grinned and called out, "Wife!"

Li Cuiliu saw an ugly man sitting in front of her, grinning with his missing front teeth, his whole body wet, in a dishevel, with a hideous face. She thought she saw the water ghost that was taking her life.

He let out a terrified "Ah" for a moment, and then fainted again.

Seeing that Li Cuiliu was fine, the villagers here gradually dispersed.

Li Zixiu looked at Bai Su and Li Ergou viciously, thinking that he had spent a lot of money, but not only did he not get any benefit from Bai Su, but he also lost Li Cuiliu.

But he also knew that staying would not bring him any benefits, so he could only leave with a feeling of resentment and anger.

After resolving the matter, Chen Tian and Bai Su were on their way back, and he naturally took the firewood from Bai Su's back.

Bai Su knew his strength and did not refuse. He said gratefully, "Zi Chen, thank you for showing up in time."

Although Chen Tian was not there, he could still get rid of Li Cuiliu, but it would definitely not be as easy as just now.

Hearing his sweetheart's gratitude, Chen Tian smiled brightly.

Bai Su then asked, "Zi Chen, why did you suddenly appear there?"

Chen Tian explained, "I've almost finished all the chores at home, so I decided to come look for you. But halfway through, I saw someone sneaking up on you. I never expected to see such a spectacle."

Suzhi is indeed a charming and suave man, which is why people go to such great lengths to please him!"

There was a hint of teasing in Chen Tian's words. That sidelong glance didn't detract from his appearance at all, but rather made him seem charming and seductive, taking the young man's breath away. After a long pause, he whispered, "Zichen, don't laugh at me."

Chen Tian shook his head. "I'm not joking. Suzhi is truly outstanding. It's natural for others to have feelings for you. I just don't know what kind of person Suzhi really likes."

Bai Su felt a little depressed when he heard this. His mind and eyes were full of the beauty in front of him, but the other party seemed to have no idea what he was thinking.

Bai Su's eyes flickered as he smiled and said, "I haven't really thought about that. I just know that if I ever really fall in love with someone, it will definitely take someone as charming and graceful as Zichen to make me fall in love!"

As he spoke, Bai Su looked towards Chen Tian with tenderness in his eyes, which seemed to be dotted with tiny stars and captivating.

Chen Tian's heart started beating wildly. With just one sentence, the atmosphere between the two of them became ambiguous.

But none of them said anything else, they just hoped that the way back would be longer.

Unfortunately, Lijia Village itself is not very big, and it is not far to pick up firewood, so they soon reached the gate of the courtyard.

Chen Tian obediently went to prepare dinner. Bai Su looked at his back and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

He just said that, but the beauty didn't refute him, and the atmosphere between the two of them was still so good. It was really a pleasant surprise.

Lijia Village wasn't very large, so gossip spread quickly. So by the next day, almost everyone knew about the affair between Li Cuiliu and Li Ergou.

After Li Cuiliu woke up, she cried and made a fuss. Of course, she didn't want to marry Li Ergou.

She put so much effort into it, just because she wanted to be the wife of a scholar. Even when she had a private relationship with Li Zixiu, it was because she was attracted by his family background and thought she could get some benefits from him.

But this Li Ergou was a scoundrel with no talent or looks, and his family was broke and he couldn't give her anything. Of course, she was not willing to marry him.

But no matter how much she cried, the people in her family had already been offended by her and now ignored her. After being beaten by Li Ergou twice, she had no choice but to accept her fate.

On the other hand, the next day, when Bai Su and Chen Tian finished working in the fields as usual and returned home, they heard laughter coming from the house from the yard.

Because of her eyesight, Bai's mother doesn't interact much with her neighbors on a daily basis. However, Aunt Chunying next door often comes to visit her, and the two have a good relationship.

Chen Tian recognized the voice as that of Aunt Chunying next door, and he had seen the neighbor several times.

He took off his straw hat and walked in calmly with Bai Su, only to find that there was a beautiful woman sitting in the room.

The woman looked to be in her twenties, wearing a pink silk dress. Just by looking at the material and style of the dress, one could tell that she was not from this village.

She is much fairer and more delicate than the usual farm girls you see, and you can tell at first glance that she has been pampered.

"Old sister, I've always said that your Bai Su should have found someone of his own. He always said there was no rush, but now he's easily targeted by those messy people!

I heard a rumor that Li Cuiliu has set her sights on your child. It's all thanks to Li Ergou for intervening. Otherwise, who knows how that shameless woman would have harassed Bai Su. It's all because Bai Su doesn't have a woman by his side.

I think it's better to get married early. Otherwise, I'll have to take the provincial examination soon, and after that the metropolitan examination. By then, the children will be busy, and how can I cope without someone to take care of them?

By the way, this is my niece. She came to visit me today, so I brought her here.

My niece's family runs a textile mill in town. She's been very clever and deft since she was little. She even had a female teacher and can read and write. She can come and keep her company and entertain her sister from time to time!"

Bai's mother naturally knew what Aunt Chunying meant. If it were someone else's words, she wouldn't take it to heart. But Aunt Chunying had always taken good care of their family over the years. Plus, Bai Su was quite old, and the girl was so good, she was really tempted.

In the past, Bai's mother often heard Aunt Chunying talk about some village gossip, and she had also heard of Li Cuiliu.

Knowing that such a woman is thinking about her own child, she is not only shocked, but also feels that it is better to have a daughter-in-law at home who can help take care of the family.

After all, my eyesight is not good, so I can hardly help Bai Su.

When Chen Tian heard these words, his heart was lifted.

He accompanied Bai Su into the house. After greeting her, he could tell at a glance that Bai's mother was really concerned this time.

Aunt Chunying's family had no daughters, only sons. She had come here a few times before and had chatted with Bai's mother about a few girls, all of whom were of good character and appearance in the village.

This is the first time it has been so formal, and he actually brought people here directly.

That girl does seem to have a good appearance and family background, but Bai Su belongs to him, how could Chen Tian give her up!

Especially when he saw the woman staring at him with a shy look as soon as Bai Su came in, he became even more furious.

Seeing Aunt Chunying eager to introduce them, he stepped over and stood in the middle, saying to the person opposite: "Thank you for your kindness, Auntie. But Bai Su and I are in love, so there is no need for you to bother."

"What are you talking about, kid?"

Aunt Chunying was caught off guard by Chen Tian's sudden words. Of course, the main reason was that she didn't quite understand what he meant.

Coming back to her senses, she just smiled and said, "Of course I know that you two brothers have a good relationship. When Bai Su gets married, I will find you a suitable one!"

Chen Tian frowned when he heard this, and then he realized that male homosexuality was not popular in this world, and it was rare for brothers to form a pact. In the countryside, there was probably no such thing as a so-called male wife.

Just thinking about the endless bad peach blossoms around Bai Su these days, Chen Tian gritted his teeth and said, "Thank you, Auntie. What I mean is that Su Zhi and I will be together. I, I am actually a woman!"

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