"We are all from the same village. They think you are hiding your own money and not willing to help the villagers. It is difficult for us. So it is better for your village to farm together. No one will talk about anyone behind the scenes."
"What my aunt-in-law said is absolutely right. Erqiang is also a difficult person to handle in the village. Even if he doesn't do anything, he still offends people."
"Let me put it this way. Next time they ask, just show them the contract and say you planted it for us. Isn't it clearly written in the contract that the technology is not allowed to be passed on to outsiders? Once they know that, they will naturally stop saying anything about you."
Sun looked at Chunxiao and said, "That's not good. This puts the blame on you. What if some unruly person finds you here?"
Zhang Yuqing was also afraid of causing them trouble, as she had already received great help from them.
Zhou smiled. "What are you afraid of? Just find him. Who is he? Why should we give them convenience and let them make money? Even if we don't tell them, they should know the answer in their hearts. Just do as Chunxiao said and tell them directly. This is the truth. Otherwise, you will be in trouble after the harvest."
"The main reason is that we used my mother's money to build a big house this year. The villagers think we have become rich, so it is inevitable that some people will be jealous." Fang Erqiang sat next to Zhang Yuqing. "We are not afraid of anything else, but we are afraid of causing trouble for you."
"Don't think too much. There are jealous people everywhere. Just live your life. After a long time, they will find that they are much different from you and will not have so many petty thoughts." This is human nature.
In the afternoon, Zhou took people to various houses to borrow bowls and plates for washing, while Yan Bingfa and others led a music team to arrange the route for the wedding. Dongsheng's father and son, as well as Fang and others, came over after dinner to help with the arrangements.
It was evening when Fu Zongming arrived. Chunxiao had not expected him to come so late. "Mr. Fu, long time no see. I hope you are well."
It was still light outside and the people in the yard had not yet dispersed. They were all stunned when they saw the carriage coming in through the door.
Fu Zongming got off the carriage and smiled embarrassedly, "I'm sorry, I'm really sorry, I was delayed by something today and am late. I originally wanted to come over early tomorrow morning, but I didn't know if the customs here are different. I was afraid of missing the auspicious time, so I thought of coming over to give the gift first to avoid making any mistakes." He was still dressed like a nobleman, which inevitably made him look abrupt in this countryside. Only when he stood with Chunxiao did he not stand out so much.
Yan Dashan stepped forward and said, "Mr. Fu, you are always so polite every time you come back. Come in and sit down. This courtyard is crowded and chaotic now."
Fu Zongming smiled and gestured for the servant to take the gifts out of the car. "I came here to meet someone, so it would be nice if there were more people. This small gift is not enough to show my respect. I wish your eldest son a long and happy marriage."
It’s a pity that Shuwen is with Shufeng now, otherwise he would have to come out and return the greeting in such a solemn manner.
Chunxiao thought this person was interesting and persistent. He insisted on being friends with her for Mianhua. She looked at the sky and said, "If you come now, it will be dark by the time you get back to town."
"You kid, how can we let guests stay in town? They must stay at home." Zhou smiled and said, "Let Master Fu stay at your second brother's place today."
"Yes, stay at my place. We have plenty of rooms and clean bedding. Mr. Fu knows how to do business, so I can learn a thing or two from him."
"I'm not worthy of your advice. Let's learn from each other." He walked over to Chunxiao. "Miss Yan is really busy. I never see her every time I come back."
"Don't get me wrong, I'm not avoiding you on purpose. I can't sit still and I'm used to running around. Next time you come back, please bring a message and ask. If you need me, I'll come back when you're there. But as promised, I won't sell you the recipe for growing cotton."
Everyone burst into laughter when they heard this.
Fu Zongming also laughed. Being able to speak so casually seemed to not reject him. He saw many basins in the yard filled with bowls. "So many bowls and chopsticks for the banquet?"
"Yes, there will be many customers tomorrow, so we have to prepare in advance."
This was the first time Dongsheng knew Fu Zongming. He looked like a man of status. Seeing how attentive he was to the Yan family, he felt a little dislike for him.
Xu Shizhu looked at his expression and said, "I heard that we met when we bought land together in Su County. His family also grows cotton. Where is he from?"
"Liquan County, Liquan County is a cotton-growing county. That's what they said last time." Fang laughed. "He's been here several times. I think he's a nice guy."
"Mom, everyone in our village says that Mr. Fu is a cunning man. He must have set his eyes on Chunxiao. They say it's for the recipe, but if he marries Chunxiao, he'll get the recipe. They say he's not a good person."
"They're just talking nonsense. Look, he's probably 30, he must be married. Don't follow their nonsense."
"Mom, all the wealthy families here have multiple wives."
Fang immediately glared at the eldest daughter-in-law, "Stop talking nonsense, be careful or your Aunt Zhou will hear you and kick you out. I think the villagers are just imagining things. He is always very polite every time he comes back. If he has that intention, he must have a clean family background. Your Aunt Zhou's family is not stupid, and Chunxiao is even less so."
Dongsheng felt very uncomfortable listening to this. He also saw Chunxiao talking to the visitor in a cheerful tone, as if they were close friends. He exerted too much force with his hand and accidentally cracked a plate.
"I said young men aren't suited to this kind of work. Look, it's broken. Dongsheng, why don't you help Chunxiao entertain the guests? You've both seen the world, and you'd have something to talk about together."
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