In the evening, the family finally came back one by one. Since today was the first day of their stay, they had dinner together.
With the musk deer sent by Dabai, the vegetables sent by the villagers, and the few remaining pickled vegetables, they could still make a nice meal.
Only when it was time to eat could everyone relax and exchange news with each other.
The two brothers Lin Changshu and Lin Changhe are full of energy.
"We went to the village chief's house today and got a good idea of how to grow rice. We just bought some rice seeds, so we'll start preparing tomorrow.
But growing this kind of rice is much more troublesome than growing wheat, and time is tight this year, so my brother and I have discussed it, and we're going to do it together this year!
As for tomorrow, old woman, you should put the rice seeds in a straw bag and soak them for two days.
The village chief and I have borrowed some farm tools. Tomorrow, you guys will follow us to the fields to plow the paddy fields and cultivate the dry land.
Fortunately, the village chief said that his family has finished planting, and when we plant, he can help give us some guidance."
Zhao nodded. "Sure, I'll go get some tomorrow. It might be a little busy, but we have a big family, so I'll bring you food on time. You definitely won't go hungry!"
Mrs. Sun was also smiling. "Yes, it's good to be busy. Being busy means there is something to look forward to! After we plant all these seeds, we can find someone to build the house!"
As soon as the news of building a house came up, everyone in the family was happy.
Jiang Xinian smiled and said, "Don't worry, I've already found someone! Someone will come tomorrow. Our yard is small, so we'll build ours first.
By the time we finish building here, you will be almost done with your work in the fields, and we will then build it for you.
However, you will need to discuss the style with us individually at that time. Different sizes will definitely have different prices. But don't worry, they are all the most affordable!"
Little Bell was stunned. "Master, so you went out this afternoon to do this?"
"Yes. This yard has to be built sooner or later. The sooner it's finished, the more comfortable everyone will be. Besides, I know people who have good craftsmanship and are reliable!"
Lin Changshu felt a little embarrassed, "We are causing you trouble again."
Jiang Xinian waved his hand with a very relaxed expression on his face.
"Well, don't be so polite to me. Xiao Lingdang is my apprentice, and we are actually relatives. What's there to be afraid of if she helps me a little?
Besides, I have to build a house too, so this is just a side job.
I'm taking care of my old friend's business, and he's so happy! This is called mutual benefit!"
This was said frankly and made everyone laugh.
It was a truly enjoyable meal. Not only did it settle the two most important things, but they also finally had a sense of real settling down.
Everyone was tired after a day of work, so after eating and washing up, they prepared to rest.
Zhao came to the woodshed, holding a little bell and a thick blanket.
"Shuxu hasn't slept yet. Come on, I just found another quilt to put on the bed for you. Otherwise, it's too thin and it will be uncomfortable to sleep on at night."
The woodshed where Chen Shuxu and his friends slept originally had no beds. Instead, it was made of several old door panels and benches. The thickness of the beds varied, but they were quite hard to the touch.
Chen Shuxu was a little embarrassed. "Grandma Zhao, there's no need. There's already a quilt on top. It's thick enough. There's no need to put more."
Zhao didn't care about him. She just lifted the quilt and put another layer underneath. Now it finally felt a little softer.
"You're a boy, so it's okay if it's a little harder. But Qiaomei is still young, and she's a girl. If she sleeps too hard, she'll definitely be sore all over the next day.
Anyway, there are still extra quilts, it won’t be a problem to spread them out! When the house is built, your Grandpa Lin and the others will make two more beds for you!"
Chen Shuxu's eyes reddened slightly. "Grandma Zhao, thank you so much for troubling you. We, we are just servants. You don't have to be so nice to us!"
After he said that, Qiaomei also lowered her head, looking very sad.
Xiao Lingdang held her hand and said, "Don't be afraid, sister Qiaomei. I will go find Master tomorrow and ask him to show you how to cure your illness. You will definitely get better!"
Zhao also sighed, "Yes, Xiao Lingdang is right, it will definitely be fine! You two children are both good, Grandma Zhao knows it.
Even if they are servants, aren't they still people? This isn't too good, but at least you should be well fed and clothed, right? Okay, stop thinking about it. It's getting late, go to bed!
"Little Bell, go back to bed with grandma! If you have anything to do at night, just knock on the door!"
Chen Shuxu nodded, saw Zhao and the other person out the door, then returned to the room, locked the door, and carried Qiaomei to the bed.
"Still unhappy?"
Qiaomei suddenly raised her head and looked at Chen Shuxu with some confusion.
But when she met the other person's honest gaze, she lowered her head guiltily.
Chen Shuxu sighed, "I know you don't want to sign a contract to sell yourself, but Qiaomei, we don't have any other choice. Besides, don't the Lin family treat us very well?
Even better than what we used to eat at home, isn’t it? Why are you unhappy?
Qiaomei refused to look up and whispered in defense, "I'm not unhappy."
Chen Shuxu frowned, obviously dissatisfied with the answer.
"You did! If you weren't unhappy, why did you follow me around all day? I remember that at the beginning, you really loved playing with Little Bell!"
Qiaomei's body stiffened slightly as if her secrets were exposed, but she still refused to say anything more.
She didn't know what to say. Should she say that she envied Xiao Lingling, or even was jealous of her?
She couldn't say it out loud. She knew that her thoughts were wrong, but she just couldn't control herself.
So, she could only try her best to avoid it.
She didn't understand why, even though they were all girls, there was such a big difference in the love they received?
In the past, her grandmother loved her, but not as much as she loved her brother.
Her brother loves her, but now he also loves Xiao Lingling.
Why?
The more she thought about it, the more wronged she felt, and tears began to fall involuntarily.
Seeing this, Chen Shuxu couldn't bear to ask any more questions. He could only sigh, climb onto the bed, cover Qiaomei with a quilt, and pat her shoulders gently like when they were little.
"Okay, I won't ask anymore. Just be happy. But promise me, never do anything to hurt others.
The Lin family, young and old, are all good people. Xiao Lingdang is still thinking about treating your illness.
You can dislike them, but never hurt them, or your brother will be angry!"
Qiaomei: Look, it turns out that even her brother doesn’t love her the most anymore…
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