These people discussed Su Nanxi's rumors with great relish, as if they wouldn't be satisfied if they didn't talk about them.
It is very impolite to gossip about the Lord's family in the Lord's house, so these people lowered their voices and whispered among themselves.
There was nothing they could do; these people were burning with gossip, and since they weren't familiar with Su Nanxi and didn't have that kind of affection for her, they didn't feel the need to protect her. They just treated it as idle chatter.
Who can blame them when this melon is so big!
Such rumors are rare to hear from within a few miles. They have no other forms of entertainment, so their thirst for knowledge is incredibly strong. If they don't talk about it, they'll seem ignorant!
Zhou Yuzhu also arrived. Upon arriving at the Mo family's new house, without even looking at how beautiful the house was, the first thing she did was to look around for Su Nanxi. After searching for a while without finding her, she had no choice but to ask Old Madam Mo. After learning that Su Nanxi was in the kitchen, she immediately rushed to the kitchen, which was filled with the smell of cooking oil.
"Third cousin's wife! Third cousin's wife, you're really here!"
Su Nanxi looked up and saw Zhou Yuzhu running towards her. She didn't see anyone following behind her, so Zhou Yuzhu must have come to find her alone.
Without waiting for Su Nanxi's response, Zhou Yuzhu rolled up her sleeves and offered to help.
Su Nanxi didn't want her to be here, cooking in a large pot, the smell of oil was a bit pungent, and since Zhou Yuzhu was dressed up so nicely, she couldn't let her clothes smell of oil fumes when she went back.
Zhou Yuzhu was pushed out of the kitchen, and she was very reluctant. "Hey! Third cousin-in-law! Let me help you! Anyway, I'm free, and I don't want to talk nonsense with those people. Just let me work here! I promise I won't cause you any trouble. I'll do whatever you ask me to do!"
Oh dear! We don't need our guests' help at all!
Go away! Let's go eat outside!
The desserts outside are so delicious, if we don't eat them, they'll all be eaten up!
Zhou Yuzhu slipped away like an eel, turning around and returning to the kitchen. Su Nanxi couldn't get her out of the kitchen.
Seeing that Zhou Yuzhu was unwilling to leave, Su Nanxi stopped trying to persuade her. "Fine," she thought, "this girl is honest. If she wants to stay, then let her stay. She'll leave soon if she can't stand the pungent smell."
Zhou Yuzhu naturally wanted to come and keep Su Nanxi company. Seeing Su Nanxi busy by herself, and thinking of the gossipy chatter outside, she felt sorry for Su Nanxi from the bottom of her heart.
Her third cousin's wife is clearly such a good person, so why do those people have to spread rumors about her?
They spread rumors that didn't exist; they're clearly just jealous of her third cousin's wife!
She couldn't stop everyone from talking, and even if she could, she couldn't stop them from gossiping behind her back. So she could only comfort her third cousin-in-law in this way to make her feel less sad.
Su Nanxi saw it clearly and couldn't help but sigh in her heart, "This girl is so kind-hearted. She trusts me so much, isn't afraid of rumors, and still insists on getting so close!"
It wasn't for nothing that she thought so much about her!
As the Mo family entered their house, the village chief was busy when he was suddenly called away. He hurriedly ran out, giving the imaginative working people in the village another opportunity to unleash their creativity.
Oh no! Has something happened?!
Why was the village chief called away on such an important day for the Mo family? Was it a scheme by someone else? Did the Mo family offend someone?
Isn't this clearly an attempt to prevent the village chief from attending the Mo family's housewarming banquet?
If even the village chief doesn't dare to participate, how could the rest of them possibly have the guts to participate?
The Mo family has most likely offended someone in their business dealings, and their sworn enemy has come looking for trouble. It's best for these small fry to stay away from them, lest they get caught in the crossfire!
The village chief might have been called away and scolded. Let's go back inside and wait and see!
Village Chief Liu was indeed summoned away. The person who summoned him said that someone with connections to the government had come to the rice noodle workshop. So, the village chief had to hurry over, or something bad might happen.
Since ancient times, the common people have never dared to fight against the officials. Village Chief Liu was just a commoner, how could he dare to offend the officials? Moreover, the officials were known to have little patience for waiting. The village chief was afraid that if the officials were unhappy, the whole village would be harmed.
When I arrived at the rice noodle workshop and saw who it was, I almost knelt down. My goodness! Could this be the county magistrate?!
According to the introduction, the county magistrate did not come; only his clerk, attendants, and an old man came.
Village Chief Liu dared not ask who the old man was.
Master Chen chatted with Village Chief Liu very enthusiastically, almost taking the initiative, under the guise of coming to see the local customs and traditions, but mainly to see this small workshop.
Of course, there was no shortage of praise and affirmation for Village Chief Liu, which made him feel quite flattered.
Village Chief Liu thought it was going to be a meeting of accountability, but it turned into a praise ceremony! He was overjoyed!
Village Chief Liu believed this to be true, without any exaggeration. Under his leadership, Changna Village was indeed slowly improving, and this was no boast!
However, when speaking, especially when chatting with your superiors, you can't show it; you have to be humble and low-key!
Master Chen could only bring it up little by little, affirming it bit by bit, before finally bringing up Village Chief Liu's attire that day.
"Village Chief Liu, are you dressed like this to attend some kind of banquet? Am I bothering you?"
Upon hearing the word "you" (formal), Village Chief Liu bowed deeply. "No, no! In reply to the advisor, I am indeed going to attend the banquet, but it hasn't started yet. It's no problem at all!"
Master Chen said "Oh," and just as Village Chief Liu thought he was about to leave, he added, "I've never been to a banquet here before, I'm truly ashamed! I'm still not close enough to the people, and I don't understand the local customs and traditions well enough! Alas!"
He looked guilty and uneasy, as if he had done something unforgivable!
Village Chief Liu naturally couldn't displease the official, so he cautiously said, "Master, that's the Mo family in our village hosting a housewarming banquet. They're very hospitable! If you have a little time, why not go and visit the Mo family? If they know you're here, they'll definitely come out to greet you!"
Master Chen revealed a triumphant smile, but his words were still hesitant, "This isn't a good idea! If word gets out that I'm freeloading at a commoner's house, it won't look good!"
Upon hearing this, Village Chief Liu realized that the advisor clearly wanted to go, but was afraid to go for various reasons. Why not help him?
"Not at all! It's an honor for our village that you could come to inspect! On behalf of the villagers, I welcome you, and the Mo family will certainly be very happy to have you at the banquet! As Old Man Mo said, all guests are welcome! I also formally invite you, Master, to attend and experience the local customs and traditions of our village!"
Master Chen feigned reluctance and hesitation, then after a moment's struggle, said, "Then I shall respectfully comply! Let's go! Lead the way!"
Village Chief Liu smiled and nodded in agreement, then walked to the front.
Master Chen's attendant glanced at Master Chen, who raised an eyebrow with a smug look on his face.
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