The more He Tiantian talked, the more confused everyone became.

Why is he running away from the wedding now, and then getting married again? And the bride isn't even Miss Qianqian! What's going on?

However, Li Qianqian understood. "Does Auntie mean to find someone to marry Master Sun in my place?"

“Yes.” He Tiantian said with certainty, thankfully Li Qianqian’s mind wasn’t as dull as the others present.

Li Qianqian looked around and asked, "Then, who should I ask to marry in my place?"

This won't be easy; they'll need to find someone with a similar build to Li Qianqian. And on their wedding day, no one can find out.

He Tiantian glanced around, then finally fixed her expectant gaze on Zhao Xiaohe.

Zhao Xiaohe felt extremely uncomfortable under their gazes. "What's wrong? Why are you all looking at me like that?"

"Don't speak!" He Shitou looked at Zhao Xiaohe with great interest, then at Li Qianqian.

Finally, he even measured it in the air with his hand, and said excitedly, "Sister, that's a great idea!"

Everyone immediately understood. "Auntie, you mean you want me to impersonate Miss Li?"

Zhao Xiaohe's eyes nearly popped out of his head. Please, he's a grown man, a real man.

What kind of behavior is it to dress up as a woman! It's a disgrace to the family, and he absolutely refuses to do it!

Li Qianqian seemed to see a glimmer of hope. Although this younger brother was a few years younger than her, he was actually about the same height and build as her.

Unless you're close to someone, you won't easily let them find out.

Li Qianqian pleaded, "Little brother, then... I won't let you waste your time. I'll give you twenty taels of silver as a reward after it's done."

"What?" Zhao Xiaohe was a little surprised. His face was still wrinkled and looking miserable.

Li Qianqian thought she hadn't given enough money, so she cautiously held out her hand, "How about... thirty taels?"

With this little money, Li Qianqian still needed to find a way to sell some jewelry. She was in dire straits, having used up all the cash she had.

Ever since her father fell ill, her monthly allowance has stopped...

Zhao Xiaohe immediately straightened his expression and said, "Alright then."

There's nothing wrong with dressing up as a woman; he's never played a girl before in his life.

It should be... about right... the experience shouldn't be too bad, right?

For the money, for his dream of becoming a groom, he would overcome any obstacle, no matter how big.

The group discussed the details of their plan for the day in detail. Li Qianqian had her own close maids and servants. On her wedding day, she wanted her loved ones to be by her side.

And these next few days, when she goes back, she has to act as if nothing happened before. That way, she won't arouse suspicion from her stepmother, Gao Yinzhi.

It was already past midnight when the discussion ended. Li Qianqian left the mansion alone, where her maid and servants were waiting.

Winter nights are inherently cold, and Zhao Xiaohe and He Shitou get up at dawn every day to rush to their stall.

Heat the tea eggs that were boiled the day before, and put the washed sweet potatoes in the oven to roast slowly.

During this break, the two were able to take a short nap in the shop.

The Lunar New Year is just a few days away, and they had originally planned to return to the village on the 29th.

However, because of Miss Li Qianqian's matter, the group had to finish this task before returning.

They estimated that if things went smoothly, they could arrive in the village around the afternoon of the 29th.

With the Lunar New Year approaching, there's just so much New Year's goods to stock up on at home.

Zhao Yanniang and Chen Shi are no longer living so frugally. These days, whenever they have free time, they all go to the market to shop together.

Besides the most basic necessities like firewood, rice, oil, and salt, I also bought some snacks.

When it comes to candies and pastries, they only pick the cheapest items in the shop.

Buying meat is an essential part of Chinese New Year, but as the holiday approaches, the prices of both pork and mutton skyrocket.

Pork, which used to cost thirty coins per catty, has now risen to forty coins. Mutton and beef are even more expensive, once reaching seventy or eighty coins per catty.

This directly deterred ordinary families who wanted to eat meat.

Of course, if you buy a whole pig or a whole sheep, the price will be slightly cheaper. Pork can be bought for less than thirty coins per pound.

But a pig weighs several hundred pounds, which adds up to quite a lot of money.

Nobody wants to spend the money, nor can they afford it.

He Tiantian looked around and thought that with so many people in the family eating, it would be a bit unreasonable not to buy some meat to take home for the New Year.

She still remembers that in her previous life, when she was at home, every household would slaughter a pig for the New Year.

A pig weighs two to three hundred pounds, and the meat can fill several large basins. There's simply not enough to eat.

Why doesn't she buy a pig for the New Year and share some with the people in the shop, so that everyone won't have to struggle to make ends meet during the New Year?

After lunch, He Tiantian expressed her desire to buy a pig for the New Year.

Zhao Yanniang was very excited, tears streaming down her face as she held He Tiantian's hand, "Wanzi's mother, thank you so much. My Yan'er will be able to eat pork dumplings for the New Year. When he becomes successful in the future, I will definitely make him remember your kindness."

He Tiantian waved her hand with a smile, saying, "What kind of favor is this?"

Zhao Yanniang's family had the previous reward money, so they could afford to buy meat.

It's just that they're used to being frugal and can't bear to part with it. Besides, that money is meant for Zhao Yan's future studies and travel expenses.

In this day and age, reading is too expensive.

Fortunately, Zhao Dahai and Zhao Xiangbei were also there. With two strong men, buying pigs was no problem at all.

Zhao Dahai asked, "Auntie, should we buy them alive or already slaughtered?"

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