Chapter 2
Qin Xiang had been paying attention to Cui Hong's expression. When he saw the subtle changes in her eyes, he couldn't help but sneer in his heart.
Before Cui Hong broke into Qin Xiang's house, she always thought that Cui Hong was a timid and cowardly person.
So during the years that Qin Xiang knew and became friends with Cui Hong, it was always Qin Xiang who took the initiative.
When she was young, she would reach out and befriend Cui Hong when she saw others calling her a vixen. Later, when Cui Hong was teased by village hooligans, it was Qin Xiang who would pick up a brick and fight them. Even when Cui Hong divorced her upstart husband, it was she who led a group to her house, seeking justice for her and what she deserved.
When Cui Hong was down and out and had no money, it was Qin Xiang who took the initiative to help her, pulled her out of the predicament, and gave her a way out to make a living.
Cui Hong said she wanted to repay her by becoming a nanny for the Wang family, so she could help take care of the child, as Qin Xiang would otherwise be unable to sleep or eat. Qin Xiang was deeply moved and sent Cui Hong's child to a prestigious school. Cui Hong said she was worried about her child being accused of having a nanny, so she was also worried about finding a house, connections, and a job for him.
As a result, such a person broke into her home without her knowledge and slept with her man in her pajamas. Even her two children, whom she was proud of, only recognized Aunt Cui and advised their mother to be virtuous and generous.
In her previous life, she had misjudged those two bastards, but luckily she had let things slide. As for the troublesome children, since they loved Aunt Cui, then let Aunt Cui give birth to them.
"This is not good." Cui Hong lowered her eyebrows, looked nervous, and her voice was as gentle and graceful as ever.
Looking at Cui Hong's expression, Qin Xiang suddenly became suspicious: When did Cui Hong start to think about Wang Junsheng? Was it really after Wang Junsheng became rich?
If not, could it have started before she got married? Why did Cui Hong quickly marry Wang Qingshan, the man next door? Was it really because she couldn't bear to part with her and wanted to continue being her neighbor and good sister, as Cui Hong claimed?
This idea startled Qin Xiang, and seeing Cui Hong's expression become even more complicated, she said, "Don't refuse. We are best sisters. It's just a meal, and I can afford to treat you. At worst, I can just give my mother-in-law a dollar. You've come all this way, you can't just go back without even eating."
Although the two families were neighbors, this was Cui Hong's first time stepping into this place in the six months since her marriage. If it weren't for Wang Junsheng's return, Qin Xiang wouldn't believe it at all.
Cui Hong blushed slightly, lowered her head and whispered, "This is too much trouble..."
Cui Lianhua's voice came from the door. Cui Hong bit her lip and shook her head in fear. "No, Aunt Cui doesn't like me. She will definitely be unhappy if she knows I'm here. I'll go back first."
After saying this, Cui Hong turned around and was about to leave. Qin Xiang hurriedly held her back. "Why are you in such a hurry? You're married now, and we're neighbors. According to seniority, Wang Qingshan should call my mother-in-law "Third Grandma." You and I are friends, so my mother-in-law won't do anything to you. Besides, you should have known the old lady's attitude before you came. Now that you're here, what are you afraid of?"
Hearing her advice, Cui Hong showed hesitation. While she was hesitating, Cui Lianhua came in. When she saw Cui Hong, she frowned and wanted to say something, but she didn't say anything out of consideration for Wang Qingshan's family. She said politely, "Cui Hong is here. Why don't you sit inside in such a cold weather? At least pour yourself a bowl of water to warm yourself up. This outfit is nice, but it doesn't look very warm."
When Wang Qingshan wanted to marry Cui Hong, Cui Lianhua was not optimistic. Although they were women of the same surname, Cui Hong looked like someone who was not obedient and she looked down upon such a woman. In the past, she would just ignore Cui Lianhua, but now she would just talk to her and not even glance at her.
Cui Hong bit her lip and twirled the collar of her jacket with her fingers. She looked like she was about to cry. I felt sorry for her because of her aggrieved and pitiful look.
"Let's go inside now." Qin Xiang seemed not to notice Cui Hong's change. She reached out and pulled her arm into the east wing. Although it was not much warmer than outside, at least the wind would not blow on her body.
Even though Qin Xiang and Wang Junsheng had been married for a year and lived next door to each other, this was the first time Cui Hong had taken the initiative to visit. In the past, Qin Xiang would visit Cui Hong when she went back to her parents' home. Later, when Cui Hong got married and they lived in the same village, Qin Xiang would always visit her.
Cui Hong looked up and glanced at the room. The room was not very big. The kang was placed against the window and the wall. There was a large wardrobe inside. There was a desk and two stools by the window on the other side of the door. There was a washbasin with a big red peony flower on the washbasin stand by the kang at the door, and a big red towel was placed on it. On the wall above the kang, there was even a photo of Wang Junsheng and Qin Xiang taken when they got married.
The man and woman in the photo had faint smiles on their faces, their shoulders leaning against each other, and they looked very well matched.
Cui Hong's eyes were a little sore after watching this, and she quickly retracted her gaze, "Your house is really nice, it's made of blue bricks and tiles."
The house she lived in was nothing like the one she lived in, which was made of mud bricks and had some tiles on the roof. It was far inferior to this spacious and bright blue brick and tile house. Furthermore, not all of the Wang family's houses were blue brick and tile houses, only the one Qin Xiang lived in was. It was easy to imagine how happy Qin Xiang was at the Wang family.
Qin Xiang didn't care. "There are still too few things in my house. My mother-in-law said that when Junsheng comes back this time, it's a good opportunity for him to take me to the county to buy cloth to make two clothes, and then buy some more things for the house."
"Ah?" Cui Hong looked up, as if she didn't hear clearly.
Qin Xiang didn't repeat herself, but blushed again. "Junsheng wrote back earlier saying he bought me some vanishing cream. Look at my face, it's a little dry."
She leaned forward, her gaze fixed on her fair skin. It was indeed a little dry, like a delicate flower lacking moisture. This lack of moisture would be replenished upon Wang Junsheng's return. Qin Xiang was also beautiful, but her fate was miserable. The man she married was a wooden stake. If she didn't mention it, no one would buy her vanishing cream, let alone gala oil.
For a moment, Cui Hong felt a little uncomfortable sitting there. She had come here because she heard that Wang Junsheng would be back today, but her husband and mother-in-law had not returned yet. But now, after hearing how good Wang Junsheng was to Qin Xiang, she felt a little uncomfortable sitting there.
Cui Lianhua's voice could be heard outside, followed by Cai Hongyan shouting at the top of her lungs, "Third sister-in-law, the third brother is back."
Hearing this, Cui Hong stood up, a little at a loss. Qin Xiang hurriedly said, "You sit down, I'll go out and take a look."
Cui Hong hurriedly turned around and walked out, "You guys are busy, I'll go back first."
Qin Xiang had no time to stop him. Cui Hong, who was near the door, had already pushed it open and went out, but she bumped into Wang Junsheng who was about to enter the house.
Wang Junsheng subconsciously hugged the person, only to find that she was warm and soft, unlike Qin Xiang. He lowered his head and met Cui Hong's frightened eyes, and his face turned red.
"What are you doing?"
Cai Hongyan screamed, and Wang Junsheng was so frightened that he hurriedly let go of the person in his arms.
Wang Junsheng naturally knew Cui Hong. She was Qin Xiang's neighbor and good friend. Later, she married into their village and lived next door. To be honest, Cui Hong's man had to call Wang Junsheng uncle.
Wang Junsheng was a little embarrassed by this incident and didn't know where to look.
"I didn't mean to..."
Before Qin Xiang could say anything, Cui Hong was already terrified and tears started to fall from her eyes.
Cai Hongyan laughed twice, unable to bear Cui Hong's behavior. "No one said you did it on purpose. Why are you crying? If someone didn't know, they would think our third child had done something to you."
Then he looked at Qin Xiang sarcastically and said, "Third sister-in-law, comfort your friend quickly. If she keeps crying, everyone in the village will know. Those who don't know will think we are deliberately bullying Qingshan's wife."
"I really didn't mean it..." Cui Hong raised her head timidly and looked at Qin Xiang aggrievedly, "Xiangxiang, please believe me."
Qin Xiang didn't expect such a change to happen. Looking at the expression of Wang Junsheng, who looked 20 years younger, there was nothing wrong.
Qin Xiang looked at Wang Junsheng with a reproachful look and said, "Go to the main room and wash your hands to warm them up first. I'll comfort Cui Hong."
After being reminded and being pulled by Cui Lianhua, Wang Junsheng apologized and turned to go to the main room.
After the door closed, Qin Xiang saw Cui Hong still crying and couldn't help but ask, "Are you going to make this news spread if you keep crying?"
Cui Hong suddenly stopped crying, "I really didn't mean it."
Although the person is no longer crying, his pitiful appearance is really adorable.
"I know." Qin Xiang had no choice but to say something against her will. "I don't trust anyone, but I can trust you. With our relationship, I wouldn't doubt it even if he accidentally kissed you just now."
Cui Hong was stunned. Just as she was about to continue explaining, she heard Qin Xiang say again, "Don't cry, otherwise when your man comes back, he will think that we, your uncle and aunt, bullied you."
Cui Hong wiped her tears and smiled nervously, "As long as you trust me, I'm not afraid of anything."
Qin Xiang couldn't help but sigh as she looked at this face. This beauty looked beautiful even when she cried. If she was asked to cry, she couldn't cry so delicately.
Qin Xiang coaxed Cui Hong for a long time, and Cui Hong finally relaxed. She stood up and said, "I feel embarrassed to sit here after something like this happened. I'll go back first and come see you another day."
Qin Xiang sent her out and when she looked towards the main room, she saw Wang Junsheng standing at the door talking to his father Wang Dazhu. They seemed to be saying something. Wang Junsheng was very happy and was smiling. He looked very gentle and refined and was indeed a handsome man.
Qin Xiang didn't say anything. Cui Hong glanced over there secretly and saw Wang Junsheng's smiling face. Her pretty face turned red all the way to her ears.
Qin Xiang actually saw it, but she pretended not to see it and only said to Cui Hong, "There's nothing to do in the twelfth lunar month. We have to plant crops in the new year. You have nothing to do at home, so come and sit with me often. Don't worry about what others think. I don't care about that."
Originally, Cui Hong should have refused at this time, but for some reason, Cui Hong did not say the words of refusal.
When they left Wang's house, there were still some onlookers on the street. A few aunts and sisters asked Cui Hong, "I heard Cai Hongyan scream just now. What did she yell?"
I just asked casually to join in the fun, but Cui Hong blushed and stood there looking a little bewildered. "I don't know either. I didn't hear it clearly."
After saying that, he twisted his waist and walked away in a hurry.
Aunt Zhang, who lived to the west of the Wang family, stared at Cui Hong's waist and tutted, "No wonder Wang Qingshan was so determined to marry her. With this face and this waist, any man would be unable to control himself. She'd be so wild on the kang."
The other aunts and sisters-in-law said something unknown and burst into laughter.
After hearing this, Cui Hong walked faster. The scene of Wang Junsheng holding her just now suddenly appeared in front of her eyes, and her face became even redder.
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