Old Mrs. Li nodded and replied, "Ten taels for food, drink, and clothing, that's thirty taels in total. Once Miss Gong has paid, our two families are even. From now on, we won't need to greet each other when we pass by."
"Madam..." Gong Yunshu was about to kneel down when He Mama helped her up.
After spending a few days together, Granny He advised, "Miss, you should listen to her! If we forgive you today, others will find out and come to smear the Li family. You'll just have to apologize and give them some gifts. How will the Li family survive then?"
"Many mistakes, once made, are made; don't think about fixing them!"
Shui Ling, quick to speak, chimed in, "Miss Gong, you've been to school, so don't keep trying to take advantage of me!"
Gong Yunshu wished she could disappear into a crack in the ground. She quickly rummaged through her purse and took out thirty taels of silver notes, placing them on the table next to Old Lady Li.
Old Mrs. Li didn't stand on ceremony, handing the item to Doctor Zhang and calling out, "Show the guest out!"
Granny He and Shui Ling quickly helped Gong Yunshu out. Gong Yu, being young, was startled and followed them out.
The old woman's eyes darted around, trying to get a look at Li Lao Er, but she was stopped by Li Lao Tai's stern shout!
"Insolence! Get out! If I hear even a single word of gossip outside, your Gong family will have no good days ahead!"
The old woman was so frightened that she shrank back and turned to run away.
Li Lao Er also realized that this old woman, or rather the Gong family, was after him.
He was filled with regret, realizing he shouldn't have been so soft-hearted and taken such good care of the Gong siblings.
Although he had become a count, he subconsciously still considered himself an ordinary peasant and did not realize that he had become a highly sought-after person...
The village chief sighed, "We even made a mistake in trying to save someone!"
“Yes,” Uncle Zhao and the others shook their heads in agreement, “You’d better learn your lesson from now on and not be so kind.”
Fearing that Li Lao Er would feel awkward, the group stayed for a little longer before leaving.
In the afternoon, Li Laosan actually returned from Luoan Town, bringing Fu Niu'er a wooden horse that was half a person's height.
The wooden horse carving is so lifelike, and the surface is so smooth that there isn't a single splinter.
Handles were attached to both sides of the horse's head, so you could sit on it and sway back and forth without fear of falling off.
Jiayin loved it so much that as soon as it was placed at the end of the kang (a heated brick bed), she climbed on it and wouldn't get off.
Taking advantage of this moment, Old Mrs. Li pulled her son aside and told him about the recent events at home, so that he would be aware of the situation. She was afraid that outsiders would scheme against Luo'an, and the family would be unable to take care of themselves.
Li Laosan was furious. He lived far away and couldn't come back often, and by the time he received the news, the matter had already passed.
Grandma Li couldn't bear to see her son like this, so she quickly advised, "Don't worry about home, you have two older brothers."
"Your task is to take care of several children; their education is of utmost importance. Once they become successful, the family will have less to fear from being taken advantage of by bad people."
"I understand, Mother," Li Laosan replied. Remembering the matter of buying land, he added, "Mother, I've found suitable fertile land in Luo'an, thirty mu in total. It's not much, but it's enough to grow vegetables and supply the shop. It's just that the shop doesn't have suitable land..."
"Don't rush, this is a big deal, we can find it slowly." Old Mrs. Li comforted her son, "You can handle things on your own now, you can manage these things, I believe in you."
Li Laosan scratched the back of his head, and laughed as his mother coaxed him, making him look even more honest and reliable.
After the mother and daughter discussed Jia Huan's marriage for a few more minutes, the third son hurriedly returned to Luo'an.
Jiayin quickly ran to the Ye family's courtyard and then had Ye Shan carry a basket of vegetables and fruits into the carriage.
Jiayin hugged her third uncle and whispered, "Third Uncle, these are for you, your aunt, and your brothers."
Li Laosan knew about his niece's estate and often sent her good things over, but he thought it was enough to supply his elder brother's restaurant.
Unexpectedly, his little niece had saved some for them, and he was overjoyed, feeling sweeter than if he had eaten honey.
No wonder the whole family dotes on this child like the apple of their eye; this child is truly lovable.
"Okay, Fu Niu'er, don't worry. Your third uncle will secretly take it home, and your third aunt will cook it for your brothers tonight."
"Third Uncle is tired, Third Uncle, eat too." Jiayin hugged this most unassuming but most reliable uncle.
Li Laosan stroked his little niece's soft hair, truly reluctant to leave, but there were still a few boys in Luo'an.
Grandma Li stepped forward and took her granddaughter, laughing, "Alright, stop being so affectionate. If we delay any longer, it'll be dark. The academy will be on winter break when Jia Huan gets married, so come back and stay for a few more days then."
"Alright, I'll listen to Mother." Li Laosan smiled and waved to his mother and niece, then jumped into the carriage and hurried back to Luo'an...
Cyclamen has once again gained fame in Xinduli because of its private kitchen dishes.
Reservations were booked in droves, with a backlog extending six months into the future.
Even customers who can't get a table at the private kitchens are willing to come to Xiankelai for a visit.
Because Cyclamen has introduced a new rule that it will introduce two new dishes every month.
These new dishes are all from the family-run menu!
In other words, you can still enjoy new dishes without ordering from the private kitchen, it just means you'll have to wait a little longer.
Just as Tao Hongying was about to become the third-ranked woman, Jiayi and Liu Yang finally returned with their small fleet.
This time, thanks to ample ice, there was minimal waste.
And the diners at Cyclamen finally remembered that Cyclamen is a restaurant that specializes in seafood...
Needless to say, the business at Cyclamen Restaurant is booming thanks to the several boatloads of seafood.
In the blink of an eye, another half month has passed.
The baby boy's one-month celebration is over, and Mrs. Liu can finally go out for a stroll.
The villagers didn't have much work to do, so they would occasionally go to town to buy some things or watch the excitement.
Of course, everyone must go to Cyclamen.
This is Li Zhensheng's business, so it's like his own territory.
The villagers glanced at the bustling atmosphere in the restaurant, and on their way home, they walked with a proud stride.
Some are happy while others are sad; the Li family is doing very well and making a fortune every day.
But the Wang family was shrouded in gloom. In the front and back yards, there were over a hundred servants who practically had to carry themselves on their backs as they walked, afraid to make a sound for fear of displeasing their masters.
In the study in the front yard, Old Master Wang's brows were furrowed like iron lumps as he asked his servant, "How is the third son doing?"
The servant bowed slightly and replied cautiously, "Third Master still feels cold and wants to eat all the time. He's feeling a little better now and is walking around in the yard, basking in the sun."
Old Master Wang sighed, wanting to ask a few more questions, when a gatekeeper ran over to report, "Old Master, the government officials are here again! They're still asking if we've found the Second Steward!"
"This is outrageous!" Old Master Wang's face turned ashen as he grabbed the teacup and smashed it to pieces.
"They came to our door the day before yesterday and scared the third brother to this state! And they still dare to come today!"
The servants and attendants didn't dare to breathe loudly, just as they were wondering if they should try to persuade them, when suddenly chaos broke out in the courtyard.
"Stop Third Master! Quickly!"
"Don't be afraid, Third Master, the officials aren't here to arrest you!"
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