Aunt Chi was worried that the Zhang family would feel ashamed if they heard about that Miss Lin.
"Haha, yes, it's not confirmed yet, so let's not talk about it for now."
Old Man Chi didn't understand what his wife was worried about, but he knew that listening to his daughter-in-law was always the right thing to do.
"Oh my, the county magistrate? The second son is really something."
Chi Yongguang sat up straight, and his eyes lit up.
What a promising young man!
Zhang Mingyuan went even further and asked, "Did you achieve your academic success by passing the imperial examinations?"
The two brothers received their education from a young age, and they hired a tutor specifically for them.
Neither of the brothers had that talent.
I've studied for many years, but I haven't achieved anything significant.
They then took care of the family's businesses.
Having taken the exam, one naturally knows how difficult it is to obtain official rank.
Therefore, both Zhang brothers greatly admired Chi Erchuan.
"Yes! My second son has loved reading since he was little, but after passing the county-level exam, he failed the provincial-level exam two or three times..."
However, the second child continued to study diligently and eventually passed the exam.
Aunt Chi was just mocking Uncle Chi for being pretentious, but now she speaks of Chi Erchuan with immense pride.
Parents are always proud of their own children.
Besides, my own child is truly outstanding.
"Oh my, this is wonderful news! I never imagined I had a nephew who was a county magistrate! Hahaha."
Ike Nagahiro was also very happy.
After all, it's always better to have a successful relative than someone who's hopeless.
Old Man Chi nodded in agreement: "Yes, yes, hahaha, I never imagined I would become the magistrate's son one day!"
I used to tremble with fear whenever I saw a county magistrate!
I never expected this...
"You old fool, you're the magistrate's father! And the magistrate's son! Does your father even know that?"
Aunt Chi pinched the man and complained speechlessly.
What's wrong with this person?
Can't even speak properly?
"Hahaha."
Everyone burst into laughter, making the atmosphere even better.
Zhang Youhuai looked at Wulang and said, "Fifth Brother, let me take you to my house to play."
Listening to adults talk is so boring.
But his two younger brothers were too young, and now he finally has someone older than him!
He's going to have a lot of fun!
"Goro, go on, go play with your younger brother."
Aunt Chi patted her grandson's head and told him to go play.
Children always love to play; if you stay by their side all the time, they naturally won't get to play.
Wulang nodded obediently, jumped off the stool, and went to play with Zhang Youhuai.
"The second son must be getting on in years, right? Why isn't he married yet?"
Zhang Ruolan asked curiously.
Women are always more gossipy about these kinds of things.
Aunt Chi didn't hide anything and told everyone about Shi Hongxing's situation, but downplayed Chi Erchuan's confusion and emphasized how inhuman Shi Hongxing was!
In the Zhang family's ears, although Chi Erchuan was a bit soft, he was very affectionate!
A man who is deeply affectionate always deserves to be forgiven!
Therefore, after Aunt Chi finished speaking, Zhang Ruolan and the others cursed Shi Hongxing for being a terrible person.
"...But it's all in the past now, that troublemaker is gone, and the second son has made it through. Eldest brother and sister-in-law, your days of enjoyment are yet to come."
Chi Yongguang said enviously.
Which man doesn't envy a large and successful family?
His two sons are both quite good, but they inevitably fall short compared to his elder brother's son.
But he was already very satisfied.
After all, he wasn't very successful, so how could he be so harsh on his own son?
We chatted for about two hours before we parted ways.
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After Zhang Ruolan finished showering, she sat in front of the mirror while Chi Yongguang behind her combed her hair and massaged her scalp.
Chi Yongguang never speaks when he combs his hair. He combs his hair silently and attentively, as if he is doing the most important thing in the world.
Married for twenty-seven years, without exception.
Zhang Ruolan rubbed her temples and suddenly said with a hint of envy, "After hearing about Tangtang's funny stories from my sister-in-law, I really think that child is so cute. I wish I could go see her right now."
Not having a daughter is Zhang Ruolan's biggest regret.
Chi Yongguang, a devoted husband, immediately said upon hearing this, "Then why don't we go to Pinghe Town?"
Want to see your niece?
That's easy.
We're leaving tomorrow, and we'll see each other in ten days.
"How old are you? How can you just abandon such a big family like this?"
Zhang Ruolan found it amusing.
Chi Yongguang, however, felt that none of these were problems: "With the two brothers in business and the Sun family at home, that's enough."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Ruolan wavered somewhat.
I feel very regretful that I have never left the city or gone out for a walk all these years.
She had previously comforted herself by saying that all women in the world are like that.
But now that he saw Aunt Chi out for a stroll, the thoughts he had been hiding began to stir within him.
“Madam, we’re both over forty. Especially you, you’ve been working so hard for the family, for responsibilities, for the children. It’s time to think about yourself.”
"But would my elder brother and sister-in-law be happy about it?" Zhang Ruolan liked the young girl, but they might not be willing.
Chi Yongguang patted his chest and said, "Leave it to me. I'll ask my brother tomorrow."
Then, early the next morning, Chi Yongguang waited at Old Man Chi's door and followed him everywhere he went, all in an effort to persuade Old Man Chi!
Old Man Chi said helplessly, "How about this, when we go back, we'll go together?"
He was indeed somewhat worried.
Don't steal his daughter again!
Aunt Chi was also regretting it.
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