Because of Yuan Qiu's words, Yang Cui felt a little embarrassed in front of Cen Xiao during the meal, and she was also worried that Yuan Qiu, that brat, would speak recklessly and say shocking things.
Cen Xiao noticed that Yang Cui was acting strangely; she kept glancing at him from time to time, and now she was even sighing.
"Do you have something to say to me?" he asked.
"Huh? No...nothing?"
"Then why have you been secretly watching me?"
Yang Cui's face flushed red with embarrassment, and she blurted out, "Because... you're pretty!"
As soon as she finished speaking, Yang Cui regretted it and wanted to slap herself. What nonsense was she talking about?
Yuan Qiu glanced at his uncle, then at his godmother, and then buried his head in his food. He thought to himself that if his uncle was a reliable and good uncle, then being his godfather wouldn't be bad. He would observe the situation further.
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Shopkeeper Yu was fond of Yang Cui. Knowing that Yang Cui was injured, he felt sorry for her, but at the same time, he also felt that this was an opportunity for him to show his abilities.
And so, they came to visit, bringing a whole bunch of gifts.
"Miss Yang, is your injury feeling better?"
"Thank you for your concern, Manager Yu. I feel much better."
"That's good, Miss Yang. Regarding my question last time, I wonder what you've considered... Is Young Master Cen also here?" Before he could finish speaking, Manager Yu saw Cen Xiao return carrying a bundle of firewood.
He was dumbfounded! This distinguished person had actually condescended to work in this farmhouse!
Manager Yu's gaze lingered between Cen Xiao and Yang Cui.
Then he remembered what Yuan Qiu had said before, that Yang Cui wanted to be his aunt. Could it be that Master Xiao really was with Miss Yang... If so, he was afraid he had no chance, after all, he was far inferior in terms of wealth, status, age and appearance.
Manager Yu couldn't help but feel a little inferior.
Yang Cui felt a little awkward, unsure whether to explain or not.
As she hesitated, Manager Yu spoke up: "Miss Yang, since you're alright, I'll head back now. There's a lot going on at the restaurant, I'll come see you another day."
"Shopkeeper Yu, you're too kind. It's just a minor injury, but you've gone to so much trouble to pay for it."
"No, no, no." Before leaving, Manager Yu wanted to ask Yang Cui if he still had a chance, but with Cen Xiao beside him, he ultimately didn't dare to ask.
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Yu family.
"Auntie, this is osmanthus cake that I made myself. Please try it."
Grandma Yu was extremely fond of sweets, and Hua Yuqing had gone to great lengths to learn how to make them in order to please her.
"Delicious, Jingjing, your cooking skills are getting better and better."
"Auntie, you flatter me," Hua Yuqing said. "Auntie, my cousin has taken a fancy to Lin Tanhua's ex-wife."
Grandma Yu got agitated: "What did you say?"
"I heard about it by chance."
"Lin Tanhua's ex-wife? Is she the Yang woman who caused such a stir recently?"
Hua Yuqing nodded: "Yes, it's that Yang woman. She's quite good-looking and capable, but..."
"But what?"
"She dares to go against the Lin clan all by herself; her ability and courage are beyond the reach of many men. I'm afraid my cousin won't be able to handle such a formidable woman. I heard that even the Lin clan chief was angered to death by her. I'm worried that if her nieces and nephews offend her, or if she just doesn't like the children, she might harm them. Her nieces and nephews have already lost their mother; they're pitiful enough. If they encounter a formidable stepmother, their lives will be..."
At this point, Hua Yuqing burst into tears: "I hope life doesn't turn out like mine. Even though my stepmother treats me badly, at least I still have you, my aunt, to take care of me."
Upon hearing this, Old Mrs. Yu frowned slightly. Although she admired Yang Cui's ability and courage, she felt that such a woman might not be suitable as her daughter-in-law. A gentle and considerate woman was more suitable as a wife.
A woman like Yang Cui is too opinionated. Who knows what kind of mess she'll make of the house after she marries into it?
The more the old lady thought about it, the more she felt that Yang Cui was not suitable.
No old lady likes a daughter-in-law who is too domineering. The word "domineering" is a compliment, but sometimes it can also be a derogatory term.
Hua Yuqing knew from the old lady's expression that she had achieved her goal. As long as the old lady did not agree, Yang Cui had no chance of becoming a wife, let alone a concubine.
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Yang Cui's leg injury prevented her from doing many things, but thanks to Cen Xiao's help, things like firewood for cooking were piled up in the corner, and the water tank was always full, saving Yang Cui a lot of trouble.
When Yang Cui was collecting and weighing earthworms, he helped her. The two worked together very well, which aroused the villagers' gossip and their eyes kept lingering on the two of them.
Many of the older women in the village jokingly asked, "Xiao Cui, when are you going to have your wedding banquet?"
"I heard you were waiting for Qiuqiu's uncle before, and I thought you were just making excuses. I didn't expect it to be true. With that build and physique, he looks like a good worker. You're a perfect match! Let me know in advance if you're having a banquet so we can come and have a drink with you."
"Yes, has the date been set yet?"
...
Hearing these words, Yang Cui blushed and glanced at Cen Xiao with a guilty look, but he seemed completely unsurprised, as if nothing had happened. Now it was Yang Cui's turn to be surprised.
She initially thought Cen Xiao wouldn't come back, which is why she told everyone she was waiting for Qiuqiu's uncle. But now he's actually back!
Yang Cui felt she should find an opportunity to explain things to him.
After finishing the task, just as Yang Cui was about to look for Cen Xiao, An Huangshi brought her some eggs and took the opportunity to whisper to her, "Xiaocui, Qiuqiu's uncle looks like a good worker. He's handsome and tall. He never comes to your house empty-handed. You've really got good taste this time. I think he's much better than Lin Shikang. Now that he's back, when are you going to have a banquet?"
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