Chapter 16 No Need to Rush for a Meal
Tu Subo took down a smooth wooden board and gently spread it on the uneven stone. Then he hurriedly took out the kettle and carefully poured in the water.
This water is just ordinary boiled water, but it seems to be filled with a subtle floral fragrance, which makes people feel happy.
Aunt Hu took a sip and asked curiously, "What's added to this water? Why is it so fragrant?"
Gu Yuexuan handed the bowl of water to the other uncle with both hands, and explained gently with a smile on her face, "There's no tea at home, so I collected some finely chopped osmanthus flowers, washed them, and put them in the water. Auntie, do you think the taste is to your liking?"
"That's wonderful."
Aunt Hu gave it a thumbs-up without reservation, praising it, "It smells so fragrant! Compared to ordinary plain water, it really has a unique flavor."
"If you like it, I'll pick more next time, dry it, and send it to you. I'll ensure that your drinking water is full of fragrance every day."
Aunt Hu was overjoyed and nodded in praise.
Gu Yuexuan's cheerful talk and laughter made everyone laugh, and her friendly and easy-going attitude made everyone soon call her "Xuanxuan" affectionately.
However, the careful villagers still noticed that her face was a little pale.
After drinking the water, the village chief said with concern: "Since you are not feeling well, go back to the house and rest. We will go get some water ourselves, so you don't have to worry about it."
"Yes, since you are sick, don't force yourself to work hard." The villagers echoed.
Tu Subo took over the conversation calmly and said comfortingly, "I will take care of the chores here. You can go back to your room and rest first."
Gu Yuexuan was still a little nervous, but after being urged several times, she simply turned it into a joke and said cheerfully, "I'm grateful for your kindness today, so I'm taking this opportunity to take a break."
Amidst the laughter and cheers, she gently pulled Tu Subo's sleeve.
"Come here for a moment."
Tu Subo immediately understood what she meant. He walked over, lowered his head and listened, then heard Gu Yuexuan's soft voice: "The things were generously donated by others, and the labor was also contributed by others. After you finish the preparations, don't forget to invite a few of you to have dinner with us."
Although these people from the Tu Su family have fallen on hard times, they still act as if they are unattainable.
Gu Yuexuan's deep-seated worries were obvious. She was really worried that Tu Subo didn't know how to adapt.
Fortunately, Tu Subo is not worldly-wise.
He smiled slightly and replied, "Don't worry, I've got it in mind."
Gu Yuexuan was about to leave, but she stopped and added, her tone revealing concern: "If you have guests staying for dinner, you can't just serve rice porridge. You have to prepare some exquisite dishes."
Although she was happy to see Tu Subo use rice porridge to leave Yu and others speechless, she couldn't be so careless when entertaining guests.
Since they have helped, inviting them to stay for a meal is a way of returning the favor. This can also slowly build up some human touch in the village.
Their stay in Yuanqian Village is not just for a short period of time, but they plan to settle down for a long time. Therefore, it is particularly important to work hard to build good neighborhood relations.
Tu Subo nodded amiably, agreeing to the request. After Gu Yuexuan entered the house, he slowly rolled up his sleeves and prepared to continue climbing onto the roof.
However, just as he was about to make a move, he heard Aunt Hu's voice praising Gu Yuexuan: "You are right. A man who knows how to pamper his wife is a truly good man."
"Look at Tu Subo's infatuated look. He almost wants to keep his eyes fixed on Xuan Xuan. They are clearly newlyweds, and the couple is still immersed in sweetness."
Tu Subo blushed at the teasing, but he mustered up the courage to respond humorously, "Auntie, you're absolutely right. We were indeed newly married not long ago."
Aunt Hu was so happy that her face was beaming with joy. She continued to joke, "Then you have to work harder."
"My Hu Zi is only one year older than you, but he already has three children. You two are so handsome, how can you do justice to such beauty if you don't have seven or eight more children?"
Tu Subo wanted to refute, but as soon as he heard these words, his rebuttal instantly disappeared. He could only climb up stumblingly with a face full of shyness.
When the surrounding villagers saw this scene, they all laughed happily.
The roof repair work is nearing completion, and the villagers have a deeper understanding of the situation of Tu Su's family.
Aunt Hu was very surprised to learn that there were so many people in Tu Subo's mansion, but only Tu Subo and Gu Yuexuan were busy. She asked with some curiosity, "Where are the rest of your family? Why are they nowhere to be seen?"
Tu Subo explained vaguely, "Because we just moved into our new home, everyone is exhausted and hasn't had a good rest yet, so they are all resting."
Aunt Hu sighed slightly in confusion and said, "Yes, from what you said, the journey is long and it must be exhausting."
"Now that everything has been arranged properly, it's time for us old bones to go home and rest."
"Auntie, please don't leave in a hurry."
Tu Subo hurriedly stopped the villager who was about to leave. Sweat dripped down his forehead. He said anxiously, "I haven't had time to buy the necessary items for my family yet. I rely on your help today. No matter what, you must stay for a simple dinner."
"Please stay and share dinner..."
"Hey, no need to rush this meal."
Aunt Hu shoved the basket at Tu Subo and said bluntly, "Xuan Xuan is still sick. Who would be so anxious to wait for a meal at this time? It's never too late to enjoy it."
Seeing Tu Subo's eyes still longing for them to stay, Mrs. Hu couldn't help but joke, "When your beloved wife gives birth, you must distribute red eggs to every family and entertain everyone. As my mother always said, if you really give birth to a brood of children, you will have many more days to entertain guests."
Tu Subo has never been good at verbal battles, and faced with Aunt Hu's straightforward joke, he felt even more uneasy and difficult to cope with.
This sudden enthusiasm was completely unfamiliar to him.
When Hu Huzi and others saw that Tu Subo's cheeks were flushed, they picked up the tools in their hands and laughed happily.
"How can someone who might become a father by the end of the year be so easily shy?"
"Alright, alright, Tu Subo, you don't have to see me off anymore, we'll go back now."
Those who came to help spontaneously went home with laughter and joy, while Tu Subo stood where he was, took a deep breath, and tried to calm the turmoil in his heart.
Then he turned and walked towards the west room and knocked gently on the door.
"mother?"
"Come in."
Tu Subo sensitively noticed that his mother's voice was a little strange. He pushed the door open and saw Gu Yuexuan wrapped in a thick quilt, leaning against the corner of the wall, looking dazed. She mouthed to him in despair: Your mother is angry.
To be exact, her anger had reached its peak.
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