Seeing the incredulous look on the Duan family's faces, the matchmaker, with her eyes closed and her mind at ease, thought of what they were worried about.
“Hey, I told them about your family situation. They didn’t mind that Da Tie is illiterate. They said they just want to find an honest person to settle down with.”
The girl had actually run into Duan Datie once in town; he was helping a child retrieve a kite that was hanging in a tree.
She noticed him then. He was dressed simply, looked simple and honest, and didn't seem bothered by the tears in his clothes caused by tree branches.
He has a really good personality and is kind to children; a person like that can't be too bad.
She watched for a while and then left, but coincidentally, we met again yesterday in Qingshui Village.
Seeing his marriage ruined and him being bullied by the Wang family, she felt terrible.
The girl didn't let her say these things, so the matchmaker naturally wouldn't mention them to the Duan family.
Seeing their hesitation, Su Ruanruan nudged Liu's arm. "Aunt, why don't you go and meet her? I think that girl is nice. We can't conclude that there are no good girls in the world just because of Wang Chunya."
Liu was somewhat tempted. "How about we go take a look?"
Duan Zhuang glanced at her sideways, "What kind of father-in-law goes to find a wife for his daughter-in-law? You take Da Tie with you, I'm going to the fields to do farm work today."
Seeing Liu looking at her, Su Ruanruan shook her head. "I won't go today. I'm going to the county town later. Let Brother Datie go with you. If you want to see a girl, you should see her mother first. As long as the girl's mother is kind, the girl won't be too bad."
After tidying up briefly, the matchmaker led them away, and Duan Zhuang also went to the fields.
Duan Sanzhu and Xiao Xi stayed home to look after the house. After giving them a few more instructions, Su Ruanruan took a ride from the village to the town.
Later, Su Ruanruan learned that the two families had arranged the engagement that very day, and Liu was extremely pleased with her daughter. Even the mother-in-law was different from these country folk; she was indeed a maid from a wealthy family, speaking softly and sweetly.
What surprised them even more was that the mother-in-law only accepted one tael of silver as betrothal money from them, and returned the extra few taels of silver to Liu, only begging her to treat her daughter well after the marriage.
This was something Liu never expected, and she agreed on the spot. She took a liking to the girl at first sight, so how could she possibly discourage her? She would definitely treat her like her own daughter in the future.
Next comes choosing an auspicious date and preparing the wedding items...
On the other hand, Wang Chunya was not so lucky.
Wang Shun, with a heavy heart, reluctantly begged Qian Shi to agree to the marriage between Li Dong and Daya.
Not only was there no betrothal money, but she also had to pay two taels of silver and a generous dowry herself.
Three days later, Wang Chunya entered the family amidst tears and sobs; the wedding was extremely simple.
On the one hand, they were afraid that Wang Chunya's pregnancy couldn't wait, and on the other hand, if the delay was too long, they were afraid that other problems would arise, and even more afraid that the Qian family would change their minds.
It's truly a case of some people rejoicing while others grieve.
Of course, Su Ruanruan only found out about these things later.
Right now, she's standing on the street with her arms crossed, waiting to go to the county town.
While waiting for the oxcart, a little boy ran towards her and said, "Sister, someone is looking for you over there."
Su Ruanruan looked in the direction he was pointing, but couldn't see any figure in the dark alley.
Su Ruanruan asked, "Who is it?"
The little boy shook his head. "I don't know. There was an older brother who was a little older than me and a younger sister who was a little younger than me."
He delivered his message and then ran off on his short legs.
Su Ruanruan didn't want to pay attention to it, but then she thought of the child she had helped in front of the restaurant that day.
Some time has passed, and no one has sent money to the tofu shop.
Could it be that the little boy and his sister were waiting for her over there?
Why don't they come themselves?
Su Ruanruan looked around, but the oxcarts heading into town hadn't come. Driven by curiosity, she stepped through the bustling crowd and walked towards the secluded, dark alley.
But when I reached the street corner and peeked inside, the alley was dark and gloomy, with only some broken planks and wood chips; there was hardly anyone there.
Su Ruanruan cursed inwardly, "Who played this prank?"
Just as she turned to leave, a hand suddenly appeared behind her, tightly covering her mouth and dragging her into the back alley.
Su Ruanruan's pupils suddenly contracted, and her heart sank.
Who is it? Who is it?
Who wants to arrest her?
Is it robbery for money or robbery for sexual assault?
Su Ruanruan was slammed hard against the hard wall, the shock making her gasp.
(?_?) It hurts so much, boohoo...
Before she could even cry out, a piece of cloth was stuffed into her mouth, forcing her to swallow all the words that were stuck in her throat.
Su Ruanruan's hands were also tied behind her back, making her unable to move.
Only when the man stood up did she get a clear look at his face.
Good heavens! Isn't this the young master I offended at the restaurant entrance the other day, that old scholar?
She is now unable to speak or move her hands, like a lamb to the slaughter.
This old man has his own money, so he definitely wasn't robbing him.
Abuse of sexual favors? Uh... is that right?
Although my face is not very attractive now, it is quite substantial below the face.
I wish I hadn't gone to that nourishing hot spring.
Next time I go out, I must check the Chinese almanac first.
What to do now?
The old scholar squatted down, his sinister gaze sweeping over Su Ruanruan.
"Once you're in my hands, don't even think about escaping. You were really wicked the other day, making me lose face and get a good scolding from Dad."
"I will avenge that day on you."
His fingertips glided across Su Ruanruan's face.
He didn't have the ink fragrance of Mu Bai; he only had the scent of rouge.
The hairs on her body stood on end; Su Ruanruan felt utterly disgusted, as if she had fallen into a cesspool.
Grass is a type of plant.
I should have known better than to reject Mu Bai. I didn't care what he said; I just wanted to get him first.
Before he could even taste Tang Sanzang's flesh, he was dismembered and devoured by the Black Bear Demon.
The old scholar's face was thin, and he looked like he had kidney deficiency. Su Ruanruan felt a chill run down her spine.
She shook her head frantically, making muffled noises.
The young scholar licked his lips. "Scared?"
Su Ruanruan nodded.
“If you don’t shout for help, I’ll take the gag out of your mouth. It’s no fun if you don’t make a sound.”
Su Ruanruan nodded obediently again.
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