Lin Niu rushed home in a panic. She was terrified that San Ya had died. She was filled with regret, not for scolding Er Ya and San Ya, but for her negligence. She should have brought two more people to keep watch at the door so that the two little rascals from the An family wouldn't have caught her red-handed.
Lin Niu sent her eldest granddaughter, Lin Xuemei, out to find out what was going on, while she herself stayed at home and thought quietly for a while. In the end, she decided that if something really happened, she would put the blame on Fan Shi.
After figuring out a solution, Lin Niu told her father-in-law, the clan chief, about the matter. However, she was very skillful in her words, shifting all the blame onto Fan Shi and clearing herself of any responsibility.
Chief Lin was furious!
He cursed Fan Shi: "That idiot! Couldn't she have used some underhanded tactics to lure and coerce a confession? Now look what's happened! The matter of divorcing her hasn't even been completely settled, and this has happened. In the future..." How will the Lin family descendants ever have the face to go out again? The Zhou family is now just laughing at themselves.
The matter has escalated to such a great extent that it can no longer be kept secret. This time, Yang Cui has been angered, and she will likely spread the news everywhere.
Chief Lin nearly suffered a heart attack from anger.
At this moment, Lin Xuemei returned and said that Sanya was not dead, and Grandpa Qi from the village had already gone to treat Sanya's injuries. An Xiaohu was still holding onto Fan Shi.
Upon hearing this, the Lin clan chief immediately led a group of Lin descendants to Yang Cui's house.
When she saw that Chief Lin had arrived with his men, Madam Fan was delighted.
Lin Niu's youngest son, Lin Mingfa, shoved An Xiaohu away, causing An Xiaohu to stumble and almost fall.
An Xiaohu was furious and tried to rush up and fight Lin Mingfa, but Zhou Daqing held him back. There were so many people in the Lin family, and if they fought, the An brothers would suffer a great loss.
Village Chief Zhou sneered, "Chief Lin, you brought so many people here because Yang Cui isn't home, are you planning to rob us? If you ask me, you should have some shame and conscience! You're practically half-buried, doing something like this, aren't you afraid of going to hell in the future?"
Elder Lin blushed, inwardly cursing Fan Shi as a fool.
Qi Langzhong came out at this moment, and Zhou Zhuoshi hurriedly asked, "Old man Qi, how are the two children, Sanya and Erya?"
“I went too far. I can only prescribe some medicinal wine to promote blood circulation and remove blood stasis, as well as medicine to treat the throat. When Yang Cui comes back, it would be best to have her take the child to a clinic in the city. My medical skills are limited, and the child may have already damaged his internal organs.”
Upon hearing this, everyone gasped.
“Fan, you and Lin Niu were the ones who beat him. Put everything else aside for now, let’s pay the medical expenses first,” said Village Chief Zhou.
Doctor Qi said, "I'll give you three hundred coins first."
"So expensive?" Mrs. Fan exclaimed.
"You beat the child like this, and you still think 300 coins is too expensive? And this isn't even the county clinic! If there are internal injuries, 3 taels of silver won't be enough!" Doctor Qi said irritably.
"It was just a few light taps, how could it be so serious? Old Qi, don't try to overcharge me!"
Fan's words offended people as soon as they opened their mouths, infuriating Doctor Qi: "If you're going to say that, then don't come to me for treatment if your Lin family gets sick in the future! Humph!"
Qi Langzhong is the only doctor in the surrounding villages. He can treat headaches, fevers, and injuries without any problem. If you offend him, what if he refuses to treat you in the future?
"Doctor Qi, no, no, no!" Clan Chief Lin hurriedly chased after her, then glared at Madam Fan, "Apologize right now!"
Madam Fan was unconvinced. She held her head high and looked at Doctor Qi with disdain: "I am the mother of a third-ranked scholar. I will be going to the capital in the future. If anything happens, there will be famous doctors in the capital to treat me. He is just a country doctor. Why should I apologize to him?"
Qi Langzhong angrily turned and left.
Clan Chief Lin was so angry he wanted to tear Fan Shi apart. He never expected that she would dare to lose face like this! If it weren't for Lin Shikang, he wouldn't have bothered with Fan Shi at all.
Village Chief Zhou continued, "Clan Chief Lin, you should discuss how to resolve this matter today! Yang Cui isn't home right now, so we can't make decisions for her. Let's wait until she returns and then discuss and resolve this together. I'm warning you upfront: if this affects the reputation of the entire village, then Ji'an Village will no longer tolerate the Lin family."
In the past, Yang Cui was a woman who could not utter a word and was easily manipulated. However, after the last incident of divorce and severing ties with her family, everyone knows that Yang Cui is not so easily fooled now.
When Yang Cui returned and found out that Fan Shi and Lin Niu Shi had been abusing Er Ya and San Ya, she was told that if she wasn't given a satisfactory explanation, the matter would inevitably escalate and become difficult to resolve.
The Zhou family could see and understand these things clearly, but the Lin clan chief and Fan family did not think so. In their eyes, Yang Cui was tough enough now, but she could never touch the Lin clan.
How can an ant possibly move an elephant?
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An Xiaohe stayed behind to look after Er Ya and San Ya, while An Xiaohu went back to Anjia Village to report the news.
Yang Cui, who was in the county town, had no idea what had happened at home.
After arriving at the Star Gazing Tower, she first inquired with Manager Yu about the sales of perilla, peaches, and ginger over the past two days.
"Customer feedback has been good; we've already sold eighteen cans. Miss Yang, you can deliver another twenty cans the day after tomorrow."
The newly launched product sells an average of eight or nine cans a day, which is not bad. Once the taste and reputation spread, Yang Cui is confident that the sales of peach ginger will reach even greater heights.
"Manager Yu, today I'm here partly to learn about the sales of peach ginger, and partly because I brought something new with me. Please try it."
After saying that, Yang Cui took out the dried perilla and plums she had brought and offered them to Manager Yu to taste.
"Manager Yu, business doesn't have to be limited to restaurants. With your abilities and connections, if you can introduce me to other clients and close a deal, I'll give you half a percent as a commission."
Shopkeeper Yu was taken aback upon hearing this, then a hint of appreciation flashed in his eyes; this girl was quick to understand.
He picked one up and tasted it: "This tastes good. How much does it cost?"
"This price is a bit higher, 100 wen per jin. You know sugar is expensive, and dried plums are light because they're dried. It sounds expensive, but it's actually not that pricey."
After a moment's thought, Manager Yu said, "The pastry shop next door is also owned by our boss. I can introduce your products to Manager Ma over there."
"Then thank you in advance, Manager Yu. Please rest assured, I, Yang Cui, will never forget your help."
Shopkeeper Yu smiled knowingly.
On the one hand, he admired Yang Cui's shrewdness and competence, and on the other hand, he also admired her tact and understanding.
Because Manager Yu acted as an intermediary, the cooperation with Manager Ma of the neighboring Pinxiangzhai went very smoothly.
However, since Manager Yu was present, Yang Cui didn't mention giving Manager Ma a kickback. Manager Ma asked for twenty catties, but since Yang Cui didn't have that much stock on hand right now, they agreed to send a small amount the day after tomorrow, and the rest a few days later.
With the deal settled, Yang Cui, clutching the 30% deposit given to her by the two shopkeepers, happily went to Washi Market to buy vegetables.
Yang Cui bought a duck, planning to make blood duck when she got home, so that the three of them could have a good feast.
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