Zhao lost her patience and became rude in her speech.
"Those who came to learn before listened attentively, took notes when they got home, and reviewed them repeatedly. They had a flowchart in their minds, knowing exactly where everything was going! When they didn't understand something during practice, they asked questions without pretending to know. They would ask questions before they even started! They passed the process hurdle in just two days, practiced at home for a few days, and did a great job! We'll be teaching them for a few more days, so if you don't understand, that's your problem!"
Madam Qin disliked the two men, whose faces were filled with greed. "That's true. Those who come to learn practical skills need to bring their own rice and firewood. We teach for free out of kindness, wanting to help everyone, but it's not unlimited help. We don't owe you anything. If you're willing to learn, it won't be difficult; if you're not, you won't learn even after several years. Our Mo family really won't be available for a couple of days. If you want to learn, then learn properly; if you don't want to learn, then leave."
These words were also spoken to Qin Youming. Qin Youming nodded and said very seriously, "I will study hard! I wrote it down when I got back and memorized it repeatedly. I should be able to learn it quickly."
Luo had intended to continue arguing, but upon hearing that the young men he was learning with were almost there, he felt a little guilty and changed his tune with a smile, "Young people are just different; their memories are so good! The two of us aren't quite up to par. Let's not talk about learning for half a month; let's learn for another ten days, okay? We'll definitely have it by then!"
Zhao, however, did not want to listen. She was using a retreat as a tactic to advance. What was she thinking?
"Sister-in-law, it's not that I want to criticize you, but one of the first people to learn how to make rice noodles was an old lady, older than you, right? She passed the test in just two days. You're still young, are you really going to be inferior to an old lady? That wouldn't sound good if people talked about it!"
Luo didn't quite believe it, thinking that Zhao just didn't want them to study for so long, so she made up this story to discourage them.
Zhao could guess what Luo was thinking even with her toes, and said nonchalantly, "If you don't believe me, just go to the village and ask around, and you'll find out everything. Anyway, I've made things clear to you. If you really want to learn, then put your heart into it."
Mrs. Luo wanted to bargain further, "How about seven days?"
Zhao ignored her and continued making rice noodles.
She told Qin Youming to come closer and see more clearly, and after a while she asked him if he understood and had memorized it. Anyone with eyes could see that Zhao only wanted to teach those who were serious.
When Luo and Liu saw that Zhao was ignoring them, they were furious. What kind of people were these? They wouldn't even answer their questions. Where was their manners?
Qin reminded the two to come over and study diligently.
The two women came over reluctantly, hoping to find an opportunity to speak with Zhao, but Zhao seemed very busy and didn't have time to pay attention to them, only reminding them to look over.
Su Nanxi was too lazy to pay attention to these people. After finishing her fruit, she went straight into the house, out of sight, out of mind.
Luo and Liu watched Su Nanxi enter the house and became anxious when they saw that she hadn't come out for a long time. What time was it? Why hadn't she come out to prepare food yet?
They saw it clearly: the Mo family had caught quite a few rabbits and ducks! Shouldn't they kill a rabbit and a duck to treat them to lunch?
Killing and stewing takes time, why isn't it ready yet!
Unsurprisingly, the two didn't know what they learned today, but they heard Qin say at the end, "Starting tomorrow, it will be your turn for practical training. You don't need to bring firewood, just bring some rice. After you make the rice noodles, you can take them back and cook them directly."
What?! You need to bring rice too!
Mrs. Luo was displeased. "Why do we have to bring rice? We're relatives, how can you ask us to bring rice? You have plenty of rice, don't worry about it!"
Qin laughed in anger, flicked her sleeve, and said, "It's you who will be doing the hands-on work. Take it or leave it!"
She knew it; these two couldn't be tolerated! What kind of attitude is that!
Qin Youming quickly said, "I'll bring it, I'll definitely bring it tomorrow. I'll pack it as soon as I get back and bring it back tomorrow."
Qin Shi was comforted and her anger subsided a bit. She turned to Qin Youming and said, "You are my brother, that's true, but I have my own family now. There are some things I can help with, and some things I can't. Most of the time, you still have to rely on yourself. You have to walk your own path in the future. I can't do it for you, understand?"
Qin Youming nodded; he understood it deeply and knew it very well.
Children from poor families learn to be independent early, and that's how he got there. That's why he worked so hard. He knew that only what he had in his own hands truly belonged to him.
He was very grateful to his older sister, his eyes welling up with tears. "I understand, thank you, sister!"
Qin laughed, "Don't be silly, what are you thanking me for? I'm your sister, I'll definitely help you if I can."
Qin Youming pursed his lips, seemingly suppressing his emotions, then nodded emphatically, "Mm!"
The other two didn't feel there was anything to thank them for. It was only natural for their sister-in-law to help her family; what was there to thank them for?
So they were still giving Zhao a lesson, asking her if she remembered her family, whether she should bring rice when her family came, and whether she should be treated well.
Grandma Mo couldn't stand it any longer, so she went over and asked the two of them directly, "Is Huilan still a member of your Zhao family?"
The two women were putting on airs as sister-in-laws, lecturing enthusiastically, when they were suddenly asked a question. They were both a little stunned, but then they quickly recovered and reacted, "A married daughter is like water spilled from a bowl. How can she still be considered a member of our Zhao family! Once she marries into your Mo family, she becomes a member of the Mo family!"
Grandma Mo said "Oh," and then added, "Since Huilan is a member of the Mo family, she must abide by the Mo family rules, isn't that right?"
The two exchanged a glance. "That makes sense!"
Grandma Mo continued, "Our Mo family has a rule: we can teach people how to make rice noodles, but it can't affect our own lives. And whoever wants to learn must bring their own rice and firewood! No one is an exception! Those who come to learn are all relatives and friends. If they don't bring anything and we have to pay for everything, that's no small amount. It will seriously affect us, not to mention making us spend money. Why should we teach you? What do we owe you!"
The two women pouted, but Luo was still persistent. "We're not just ordinary relatives, we're Huilan's maternal family! We're very close!"
Grandma Mo chuckled, "Everyone has their own family! I only let you come to learn because of Huilan. If you're here to learn, you should look like you want to learn. If you don't want to learn, then don't come tomorrow!"
Mrs. Luo was a little embarrassed and annoyed, but dared not argue. Finally, reluctantly, she twisted her body and forced an awkward smile, "Hey! My dear in-laws are right!"
Grandma Mo softened her tone, "Don't think I'm being harsh. I also want you to learn something so you can help yourselves when you go back."
Yes, yes.
The two of them were quite embarrassed. Being scolded always made them feel uncomfortable, and they began to resent Zhao.
Seeing that the Mo family hadn't cooked lunch yet, he pulled Zhao over.
"What? You want the rabbits and ducks back with you?"
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