Chapter 677 Where is Lu Erbai?
After dropping them off, Shu Yu took out two bags that she had prepared in the car.
During the handover between the official and the post station manager, the food was handed over to Madam Hou. "This is the food my grandmother prepared for you. It's not much, just for yourselves. The Shu family has already eaten all of your previous food. You can't arrive here without something in your hands. Take it."
Hou pursed her lips, her feelings complicated. Her husband had squandered all the food meant to save her life. Yet this adopted daughter of the Shu family, who had no relation to her whatsoever, had been so considerate of her.
She took a deep breath. "Thank you."
Shu Yu shook his head and gave her another five taels of silver. "The weather is getting colder. Take this and buy some cotton quilts and cotton clothes so you can sleep more comfortably at night."
"We cannot accept this."
Shu Yu handed it over, saying, "Take it. If you feel bad about it, just consider it a loan and pay me back later. There are plenty of opportunities working at this post station. Occasionally, you'll encounter generous guests who will give you tips, and you'll be able to save up quickly. We're parting ways today, and we won't see each other much in the future. You'll have to rely on yourselves for everything, so take good care of yourselves."
Hou felt the silver in her hand was burning hot, but Shu Yu was right. She did need the silver now, and she could indeed pay it back in the future.
She stopped making excuses and said solemnly, "I'm able to leave the Shu family and have the life I have now, all thanks to you. Ayu, thank you. I will definitely pay you back this money."
Shu Yu sowed good seeds and reaped good fruit; later, the Hou family indeed gave her a great gift.
Of course, that's a story for another time.
After giving her instructions to Madam Hou, she saw the official come out, so she said no more, told Madam Hou to take care, and then left the post station.
The official still rode back in her mule cart, but when they arrived in the county town, he did not ask Shu Yu to take him back to Zhengdao Village.
He found an oxcart that passed through Zhengdao Village and swayed back home.
Shu Yu instantly felt relieved and excitedly went straight back to the Lu family home.
She returned rather late, past noon. Sanya sat on the steps outside the gate, resting her chin on her hand, seemingly waiting for her.
Hearing the sound of wheels rolling, the little guy looked up and saw his second older sister. He immediately stood up, turned around and ran back to the yard.
"Second sister is back."
Shu Yu smiled and shook her head. As soon as the car arrived at the door, she jumped off the carriage shaft.
Daya had already come out and helped her drive the mule cart inside.
"You're finally back! Come on, wash your face and eat."
Shu Yu tossed aside the reins, took the cloth San Ya handed her and wiped her face, then went into the kitchen. "I can smell the delicious aroma from afar, what are you making?"
The old lady and Madam Ruan were bringing out several dishes that were keeping warm on the stove when they heard this and turned around to say, "These are all your favorites. Aunt Hou and Sixth Miss have arrived?"
"We've arrived, everything went smoothly." Shu Yu sat down at the table and picked up her chopsticks, taking a bite of meat. "I've seen the post station; it's not bad, and there aren't many people. I heard that Lady Hou and the Sixth Miss were arranged by Lord Cheng, and their attitude was good. Lady Hou is a very shrewd and perceptive person; she shouldn't have any problems working there."
"That's good." The old lady placed a bowl of rice in front of Shu Yu and then urged the others to sit down quickly.
Shu Yu looked around but didn't see Lu Erbai. She asked curiously, "Where's my father? I haven't seen him."
(End of this chapter)
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