"Just to be upfront, in case something happens," the eldest daughter's mother-in-law said with a smile.
“We can go to the hospital for a checkup first. My daughter is definitely fine. She’s a decent young lady. Whether she’s pregnant or not, she can’t let someone else harm her.” Hu Chuncao’s eyelids drooped. She wasn’t stupid. Her aunt’s dowry was still two thousand yuan when she got married. She couldn’t possibly sleep with him for free.
“Oh dear, my dear in-law, you’re in such a hurry. Let me finish what I have to say,” the eldest daughter’s mother-in-law said, trying to smooth things over. “What I mean is that Xiao Xi should go with them first, nominally as a nanny, so they can get to know each other for a while before they can do *that*. It would be best if your daughter is willing. If she doesn’t get pregnant, she can stay there for a while longer. If she does get pregnant, she can stay there and rest until she gives birth before coming back.”
“Then you have to pay a deposit first. I’m a young lady, I can’t just go along for nothing.” Hu Chuncao was not one to suffer a loss.
The eldest daughter-in-law's mother-in-law said, "Alright, give us two thousand first. They've already taken care of Xiaoxi's food, clothing, and daily necessities. If she really gives birth to a son, they'll give you a red envelope then too."
Hu Chuncao immediately agreed, saying that two thousand yuan was enough to build a house and would solve their immediate problem.
She discussed it with Yan Dagen. The old girl could get a dowry of 2,000 yuan when she got married, but that was a one-off deal. After the marriage, there would be nothing left. Both of these money-losing girls in the family were like that; they couldn't make anything after getting married.
Even if we have a daughter, we'll still have three thousand yuan. We can then find another family and ask for another dowry, which will be enough for our son to get married and have children.
"Also, you can't ask where the child is. I'll let you know every two months. You need to keep your mouths shut and not go around asking questions. Even if you do, I won't admit it, and your daughter won't admit it either. Don't make things worse and lose face for everyone," the eldest daughter's mother-in-law warned.
"I know, I understand, I won't say anything. Xiaoxi still has to get married after giving birth," Hu Chuncao quickly assured her. If this were to be told to outsiders, how could she face anyone in the village?
The middle-aged man remained silent throughout.
After discussing the matter, the middle-aged man got into the car without eating.
The eldest daughter-in-law pulled Hu Chuncao aside and gave her a few more instructions.
Hu Chuncao called Yan Xi out. "Xiao Xi, your older sister and mother-in-law have found you a job as a nanny at a big official's house. You'll earn two hundred a month. Your father and brother are so badly injured, and we don't even have a place to live right now. Can you help your parents and help the family?"
Yan Xi nodded. "Okay, I'll go."
"Mom knew you were a filial son. Go and do your best. Do whatever they ask you to do. Don't throw tantrums. You're smart. If you can marry someone from the city, Mom will be at ease, and you won't have to envy the third son anymore."
Hu Chuncao didn't tell her directly what she was supposed to do, fearing that things would get out of hand if she made a scene. Once she was on someone else's turf and had sex once, it wouldn't be a problem anymore. Hu Chuncao understood her youngest daughter's thoughts. The rest was up to her. If she could keep the man in her grasp, she could stay in the city and become someone important.
"Mom, I understand. Shall we leave now?" Yan Xi asked calmly.
"Okay, go now. Do a good job, your parents and the family are counting on you," Hu Chuncao said, holding the girl's hand.
Yan Xi pulled his hand away. "Mom, you have a son, so rely on my brother."
After saying that, he turned around and ran to the door, got into the car without looking back, and decided that since he had sold her, he would pretend that she never existed.
Hu Chuncao's heart skipped a beat, feeling as if she was about to lose this girl, and she quickly ran to open the car door.
The eldest daughter's mother-in-law quickly grabbed Hu Chuncao, "What are you doing? Changing your mind?"
Hu Chuncao murmured, "No, no, I just wanted to give the child a few more instructions."
"You don't need to worry about it. Surely an official like him knows how to discipline a young girl? Don't fret about it."
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