She hadn't really intended to buy that kudzu root powder; she'd only become somewhat interested because she'd heard it was good for beauty and skincare. Who knew this lowly maid would be so talkative? If she didn't buy it, she'd just be another ordinary person who couldn't afford it.

Hopefully, kudzu root powder really works.

Thinking of the man in the moon-white robe, with his captivating eyes, Wang Fu couldn't help but blush. If she could truly attract his attention, no matter how expensive the clothes or how valuable the beauty products, it would all be worthwhile.

After seeing Wang Fu off, Lü Siniang winked at Gu Nanjiao and said, "You're really something."

Gu Nanjiao disagreed: "Although such people are arrogant, they are often the easiest to manipulate. The most terrifying are those who don't show their emotions; you can never guess what they are thinking."

Although Lü Siniang agreed with Gu Nanjiao's words, she was still a little worried: "If this Miss Wang finds out the real price of kudzu root, will she come and cause trouble?"

Gu Nanjiao smiled knowingly upon hearing this: "Then you can say that kudzu root powder is divided into three levels: low, medium and high, and she took the high-level kudzu root powder."

After the two of them divided the silver according to the agreed ratio, Liu came in with two boys, one big and one small.

On the left is Zhang Xiaohu, and the taller one on the right is Lü Siniang's son.

This was the first time Gu Nanjiao had seen Lü Siniang's son. The little guy was thin and slender, about eight or nine years old, dressed in a blue robe, and looked very refined. Looking at the little guy, Gu Nanjiao couldn't help but think of the original owner's father, Gu Xiucai, who also seemed to have a refined appearance.

“Wenzhang, this is your Aunt Gu, quickly greet her.” Seeing Gu Nanjiao looking at her son, Lü Siniang quickly tugged at Wenzhang.

"Greetings, Aunt Gu. I am honored to meet you." Wen Zhang walked up to Gu Nanjiao and bowed, his scholarly demeanor making Gu Nanjiao laugh.

"You must be Wen Zhang. You are so polite and refined, truly wonderful!"

Seeing this, Zhang Xiaohu followed suit and said, "Aunt Lu, I am here to greet you."

"Pfft—" The little kid was too funny, Gu Nanjiao couldn't help but pat the little tiger's head: "This time you didn't call her 'Auntie' like everyone else, you finally called her 'Auntie'."

Liu, who was standing nearby, quickly laughed and said, "Last time, Xiao Hu told me that the beautiful sister-in-law in the Lu family is actually your aunt. I didn't understand what that meant at first, and it took me a while to understand that she calls you sister-in-law because she follows my younger sister."

"Xiao Hu is still young, and he is at the age where he learns by imitation. He has become very polite by following the articles, just like a little scholar."

Gu Nanjiao thought that Xiaohu was at the right age to start his education, so she asked, "Sister-in-law Meihua, Xiaohu is also at the age to start his education. Do you have any plans to enroll him in school?"

Upon hearing Gu Nanjiao's words, Liu slapped her thigh and said, "You and I are thinking the same thing. I only have this one son, and I'm counting on him for the rest of my life. A couple of days ago, I sold everything I could at home, including the oxcart, so that my old woman wouldn't have to worry about it. The money from the sale will be just enough to support my son's education."

When Lü Siniang heard Liu's plan, she was very pleased, feeling that her efforts to persuade her had not been in vain. Like her, Liu was a young widow with only one son, and they felt a sense of kinship.

Liu had never thought of sending her son to school before, but after being enlightened by Lü Siniang many times, she understood a principle: no matter how poor you are, you can't be poor in education; no matter how hard life is, you can't let your children suffer.

Women are inherently weak, but become strong when they become mothers. Gu Nanjiao greatly admired these two women who raised their children alone; the hardships they endured were unimaginable.

Gu Nanjiao returned to the village early and walked home along the village road, lost in thought. She didn't notice someone splashing water on her. Although Gu Nanjiao reacted quickly, some dirty water still splashed onto her clothes.

Gu Nanjiao tugged at her wet clothes. The cold wind was biting and chilled her to the bone, and she couldn't help but shiver.

She looked up and saw Yang Meiqin holding a basin, smiling at her.

Yang Meiqin swayed her hips as she walked towards Gu Nanjiao, smiling charmingly: "Oh, I'm sorry, I really didn't see clearly."

Gu Nanjiao didn't believe that Yang Meiqin hadn't seen clearly. It wasn't dark yet, and she was a grown woman; unless she was blind, how could she not see clearly?

Yang Meiqin walked towards Gu Nanjiao with a smile: "I heard you went out to do business. What kind of business are you doing?"

Gu Nanjiao glanced at her coldly: "What's it to you?"

“It’s a big deal. People who don’t know better might think you’ve gone out to do that kind of business. I’m worried that someone will steal my business, so I have to be on guard against you.”

Gu Nanjiao narrowed her eyes and sized up Yang Meiqin, then lowered her voice and whispered in her ear, "You think everyone is like you, able to make money just by spreading their legs? You're the ultimate whore, the most despicable and vile."

"you-

Yang Meiqin's face twisted in disgust: "And how much better are you? You stripped naked and climbed into Lu Yanzhao's bed. You're shameless, despicable, and vile."

As soon as Yang Meiqin finished speaking, Gu Nanjiao slapped her hard across the face. Gu Nanjiao slapped her with all her might, making Yang Meiqin turn her head to the side. She was stunned and felt a burning pain on her face.

"You bitch, you dare hit me? I'll fight you to the death!" Yang Meiqin, realizing what had happened, was furious and reached out to pinch Gu Nanjiao with both hands.

The two immediately started fighting.

"You foul-mouthed bastard, why can't I hit you? You supreme whore, you invincible slut, I'll beat you up."

“You’re the despicable one. You stripped naked, climbed into bed, and forced Lu Yanzhao to marry you. You’re vicious and shameless. I’m much more upright than you.”

Yang Meiqin keeps stirring up trouble, as if she thinks Gu Nanjiao is an easy target.

When women fight, it's usually just hair-pulling and clothes-tearing. Yang Meiqin usually dressed loosely, her hair disheveled. Gu Nanjiao ripped at her clothes, revealing her ample bosom. Yang Meiqin quickly tried to cover herself, but Gu Nanjiao seized the opportunity, sat on top of her, and slapped her repeatedly, causing Yang Meiqin to spit out a mouthful of blood.

The villagers heard the commotion and quickly gathered around.

A crowd gathered to watch the spectacle, and some tried to break up the fight. Taking advantage of the opportunity, Yang Meiqin extended her long fingernails and scratched several bloody marks on Gu Nanjiao's neck.

Lu Yanzhao had just finished calculating the accounts for the kudzu harvest when Lu Xiaomei helped wash the vegetables, and Lu's mother was preparing to cook dinner.

Then they heard Niu Er's wife from next door rushing over: "Aunt Lu, quick... your daughter-in-law is fighting with... with Yang Meiqin."

Lu's mother was taken aback: "Yang Meiqin?"

Upon hearing this name, a flash of disgust crossed Lu Yanzhao's eyes.

Lu Xiaomei, who was standing nearby, immediately put down the vegetables she was holding, grabbed a rolling pin, and ran outside, shouting angrily, "Who dares to hit my sister-in-law?"

When Lu Xiaomei arrived, Gu Nanjiao was sitting on Yang Meiqin and hitting her. The women in the village were clapping and cheering her on. They had wanted to beat Yang Meiqin up for a long time, but they hadn't had the chance.

When Lu Xiaomei saw her fierce sister-in-law, she didn't step forward. Her sister-in-law seemed to need no help, beating Yang Meiqin so badly that she couldn't fight back at all.

"Hey, what are you all standing there for? Quickly pull them apart!" At this moment, Niu Er's wife ran over and shouted. Several women who were watching the commotion quickly pulled the two apart.