Wei Yuyan explained the reason.

"Oh, really? Actually, I knew all along that Cuifang was a bit arrogant, but she is the village chief's daughter."

Even those who dislike her should give the village chief some face; I never expected her to be so venomous with her insults.

Sister-in-law Xiuhua nodded, feeling a little worried that Wei Yuyan and her family had offended the village chief's daughter, and that the village chief might make things difficult for them.

"Actually, she was the one mocking me, so Xiao Lei threw mud at her."

She only started cursing at Xiao Lei because a few specks of mud splashed onto her clothes.

As Wei Yuyan spoke, she was still somewhat moved, knowing that Xiao Lei was protecting her.

"Xiao Lei is such a sensible child. Oh well, whatever, we've offended him, so be it."

Anyway, the village chief isn't a bad person; he wouldn't bully you orphans and widows.

Xiuhua comforted Wei Yuyan, but she didn't know that Wei Yuyan didn't take Liu Cuifang seriously at all.

Evening~

Liu Cuifang was taking a shower in the bathroom when Xiao Fei, thinking no one was inside, pushed the door open.

"Ah~".

When Liu Cuifang saw Xiao Fei outside the door, she turned pale with fright. When Xiao Fei saw the white expanse, he also fled in panic.

"What's wrong, Cuifang? What's wrong?"

Juan, who was boiling water in the kitchen, heard the noise and came out to ask what was going on.

"It's okay, cousin. Just now, a bug flew onto me and scared me to death."

Liu Cuifang was still in shock, but she forced herself to calm down and said that the insects had frightened her.

“You’re in the countryside every day, there are just as many bugs there as here. You scared me, I thought you had fallen down.”

Sister Juan went back to boil water.

Liu Cuifang still felt uneasy. Her brother-in-law had seen her body. How was she supposed to face her brother-in-law and cousin?

Liu Cuifang had insomnia that night and didn't fall asleep until the early hours of the morning.

"Brother-in-law, here's your porridge."

The next morning, Liu Cuifang lowered her head, not daring to look Xiao Fei in the eye.

"Thank you, cousin."

Xiao Fei took the porridge and touched Liu Cuifang's hand. Liu Cuifang trembled and quickly ran away.

This was the first time Liu Cuifang had been touched by a man. She was both excited and scared. What if her cousin found out about this...?

I don't know what my brother-in-law really means. It seems like I should go home.

Liu Cuifang secretly made up her mind that after seeing the boy her cousin had introduced today, she would go back home and couldn't stay here any longer.

"Sister-in-law, your brother Zhang will rest tomorrow after finishing today's work. Should we go to town to buy things tomorrow or the day after?"

Xiuhua's sister-in-law and Wei Yuyan arranged to go to the river to wash clothes and chat.

"Let's go tomorrow, so Brother Zhang can sleep in a little longer and doesn't have to get up so early. How long will Brother Zhang rest this time?"

Wei Yuyan wanted to buy the jars as soon as possible so she could start pickling sauerkraut and salted vegetables, since there were plenty of vegetables available lately.

"Okay, let's go tomorrow after he's had a good sleep, even if it's in the afternoon."

"Your brother Zhang will have a long break this time. It's rice planting season in a few days, and with the Dragon Boat Festival, you'll need at least ten days of rest."

Sister-in-law Xiuhua nodded, looking somewhat pleased. She thought that if Brother Zhang were home, she wouldn't be so bored.

"Okay, I need to buy flour again tomorrow, Sister Xiuhua, don't forget to remind me."

Wei Yuyan was afraid she would forget about it again tomorrow, since there were only a few dozen kilograms of flour left at home.

We've been using too much wheat flour lately to sell steamed buns, and we've run out.

"Okay, I've written it down. I'll remind you tomorrow."

Xiuhua's sister-in-law agreed.

Evening ~ in town ~

"Cuifang, you've been here for several days and have met three or four men. Which one are you most satisfied with?"

Sister Juan noticed that Liu Cuifang seemed distracted.

"Cousin, I think that guy surnamed Sun is pretty good."

Liu Cuifang was referring to Sun Wei, who lived in the same alley as Juan Jie'er.

He was a clerk at the pharmacy who ground and dispensed medicine, and he earned five hundred coins a month.

"Really? I understand. I'll ask him for his opinion tomorrow."

Sister Juan was very happy. Sun Wei lived close to her family. If her cousin married into the family, the two of them could spend every day together.

"Cousin, actually I want to go back tomorrow. I've been away from home for so many days and I'm really worried about my parents."

Liu Cuifang thought for a moment and then spoke up.

"Oh, you're going back tomorrow? Or how about the day after tomorrow? You can stay another day tomorrow."

You should meet with Sun Wei again and get to know him better. I'll take you back the day after tomorrow.

Juan thought that if this matter could be accomplished, her aunt and Lao Sun would definitely benefit from it.

If Cuifang goes home at this time, what if someone beats Sun Wei to it?

"Okay then, I'll listen to my cousin."

Liu Cuifang nodded, deciding to endure it for one more day.

As evening fell and Liu Cuifang was about to turn off the lights and go to sleep, Xiao Fei suddenly pushed the door open and came in.

"Brother-in-law, is there something you need?"

Liu Cuifang felt a little nervous; what was her brother-in-law doing in her room?

"My dear sister, I've missed you so much these past two days."

After Xiao Fei finished speaking, he tried to hug Liu Cuifang, but Liu Cuifang dodged him.

"If my cousin finds out, you and I are dead."

Liu Cuifang used Juan Jie'er to scare Xiao Fei.

"My dear sister, I really like you, you know that?"

I haven't touched your cousin in years. She's all fat and disgusting to look at. Why don't you come with me?

Xiao Fei's words sounded exaggerated, and Liu Cuifang was somewhat skeptical.

Could it be that what I've been seeing these past few days is all fake? They're clearly inseparable.

"You're lying! You're clearly very good to my cousin. You're trying to fool me. Get out of here, or I'll call my cousin."

Liu Cuifang thought to herself, how could she possibly be interested in a married man like him? It's like a toad trying to eat swan meat.

"No, no, no, I'm leaving, I'm leaving."

Xiao Fei quickly revealed his true colors. He had only wanted to take advantage of her, like touching her or something, but he hadn't expected his sister-in-law to be so formidable.

Liu Cuifang breathed a sigh of relief when she saw Xiao Fei leave.

I quickly bolted the door shut, thinking that I had to get back by tomorrow afternoon no matter what.

Wu family

"Xiao Lei, Qian Qian, tomorrow your sister-in-law, Sister Xiu Hua, and Brother Zhang are going to town to buy things. Do you want to go?"

Wei Yuyan was conflicted; she was hesitant about whether to bring the children, but worried about not bringing them.

I'm worried that the oxcart won't be able to fit everything in it. Tomorrow I need to buy jars, pots, and flour.

"Let's not go, sister-in-law. My sister and I will just wait for you at home."

Xiao Lei has been going to town a lot lately, and he's lost interest in it.

"Well, sister-in-law, I don't want to go either. I want to stay home and play with the rabbit."

Qianqian took excellent care of the two rabbits, treating them like her own little sisters.

"Alright, then you must promise that you won't make a sound or open the door no matter who comes."

You can only open the door when I or Sister Xiuhua and the others return.

Wei Yuyan was worried that her greedy uncle and aunt would come to cause trouble.