"Then they'll be worried," the old aunt said, pursing her lips. "That's why you should be kind and not always feel like others owe you anything. You should also take a look at the things you've done that deserve respect and gratitude!"
“Among our siblings, besides their family, who doesn’t have a string of troublesome kids? Instead of looking for the cause within themselves, they blame their parents. What a disgrace!”
Aunt Ke also chimed in with a few complaints.
The Ke family is such a good family, but because of the second wife, they've made a mess of things and even plotted to kill someone because of Yu Bao'er's marriage!
Aunt Ke nodded in agreement: "Who says otherwise? She's started going back to her parents' home again lately. I heard from the Qiao family that she spent money to buy some kind of 'reverse fertility' medicine!"
The women in the kitchen were stunned for a moment, then couldn't help but exclaim angrily, "Has Dong Youlan lost all sense of reason for her son's sake? She's pregnant, how can she eat just anything?"
"Gender-changing drugs? What kind of good deal is that! It's no wonder people die from them."
Ke Meiyu also felt that the second wife had something wrong with her brain. She finally got pregnant, but instead of cherishing it, she made a mess of things.
"They don't believe it. They say they were able to get pregnant at such a young age because they took that miracle doctor's medicine. Now the miracle doctor says she's carrying a girl, but because she took his medicine, he'll be able to keep it a secret from the higher-ups," Aunt Ke pointed to the sky and whispered, "Give her a big, healthy boy!"
"The couple was obsessed with their son. They were easily persuaded and bought the medicine and took it home to take."
"There are many taboos associated with taking medicine, and Dong Youlan will have to stay in bed for three months. While she's in bed being waited on by her husband and young daughter, where would she find the time or inclination to come here and join in the fun?"
Mrs. Ke frowned deeply: "Those two are getting more and more confused as they get older. If we go to their house to argue with them, they'll probably think we can't stand to see them doing well, and they'll want to kick us out with a broom."
"Fourth sister-in-law, they've already taken half a month's worth of medicine without saying a word. It's too late for us to talk to them now."
Ke Meiyu sighed softly; in truth, she and her mother shared the same feeling.
The second wife and husband were foolish; they shouldn't have let the child in her womb suffer.
However, Ke Meiyu showed no intention of intervening, as every cloud has a silver lining.
Whether this child will survive is up to fate. Perhaps it won't be able to withstand the torment from its parents and will be reborn as a human sooner. In that case, her intervention may very well create another person with a physical disability in this world.
If it truly survives the pregnancy-changing medication prescribed by the quack doctor and bravely lives on, it too will have its own destiny to follow.
After all, Ke Meiyu found out about the matter a little too late. The consequences of the rebirth-changing medicine were difficult to reverse, and the spiritual spring water was not a panacea.
Mrs. Ke also sighed softly: "I hope that child won't suffer too much."
Aunt Ke shrugged. "That's someone else's business; we can't interfere."
During the meal, the two aunts of the Ke family sat next to Ke Meiyu, watching her eat with affection as she buried her head in her food like a little pig.
Before they went out, they also doted on Ke Meiyu, especially her aunt.
"Our Yu Bao'er is such a lucky child. She'll become a college student, and the organization will arrange a job for her after graduation. She'll never have to worry about food or clothing for the rest of her life!"
Ke Meiyu smiled, her eyes crinkling, and continued eating, holding her bowl.
"Time flies so fast. In the blink of an eye, you've all started your own families. After you go to study in the provincial capital, we, your aunt and niece, will hardly see each other more than a few times a year."
"Auntie, what are you saying? People will think our two families live far apart. If you miss us, just give us a call, or send a short telegram, or have someone send a message. We can come to see you or pick you up."
"Now that transportation is so convenient, even if we're far apart, it only takes a few days to get there."
Ke Meiyu put down her chopsticks and said very seriously.
"Alright, alright, it's such a joyous occasion, and your aunt is just not good at expressing herself. How about you come stay with me for a few days before the New Year?" My aunt always says this whenever she comes to our house.
When the original owner was young, she actually went there a few times.
However, when the original owner grew up, the little girl was spoiled and unwilling to travel such a long distance. She still wanted to visit the countryside, so she often made excuses, which made her aunt quite disappointed.
Ke Meiyu nodded in agreement this time.
Her aunt had prepared a whole host of words to persuade her, and she had barely begun when she received the answer she wanted. She was still a little unaccustomed to it. "Yu Bao'er, you agreed, right? You can't go back on your word now. Let's have a good time together, aunt and niece, for a few days!"
"Of course, Auntie, when have I ever gone back on my word?"
Ke Meiyu was just about to go and see who was so capable that they could actually control one of the ancient mythical beasts, the Hou!
And what does this beast look like?
As soon as they stepped out of the old house, Qin Yuanjiu said, "I've been tired these past few days, so I need to relax. Let me accompany you to visit a neighboring town."
Ke Meiyu laughed and said, "My aunt has a lot of family members. If I go alone, I can squeeze into a bed with my aunt, while my uncle stays at other people's houses. But if you go, wouldn't you be blatantly kicking the old couple out?"
"I know you're very attached to me. I'm just going to the neighboring town for a few days and I'll be back soon. You stay home and take care of my brothers' training and studies. Besides, the brick factory needs you to keep an eye on things. Okay, I'll take you next time!"
As she spoke, she patted his shoulder with a smile, but there was an undisguised little smugness in her eyes.
Having finally gotten rid of the villain for the time being, she was like a wild horse that had broken free of its reins, her heart filled with excitement and joy. How could she possibly take him with her?
Qin Yuanjiu raised an eyebrow. "I strongly suspect that you went to visit the neighboring town to avoid studying!"
His words actually guessed one of the reasons correctly.
Ke Meiyu said with a serious face, "Comrade Qin, how could you think of me like that? I know very well the importance of the placement test, and I will not relax at all. I will definitely get excellent results and be admitted to my favorite major!"
"I'm planning to bring my textbooks this time, I definitely won't slack off!"
Qin Yuanjiu squinted at her for a few seconds, then nodded readily, "Okay, I understand."
Ke Meiyu stuck out her tongue at his retreating figure, thinking, "It really is Director Qin."
However, as she counted the days on her fingers, it was almost December, and the various communes nearby would organize villagers to go hunting in the mountains.
Firstly, it's to ensure everyone has a prosperous New Year, with plenty of oil and fat in their bellies, so they can prepare for spring planting next year.
Secondly, they were also afraid that wild boars would overrun the area, causing food shortages and then come down from the mountains to wreak havoc and harm people.
It all happened around this time, even though Ke Meiyu had harvested several herds of wild boars.
She was still somewhat worried that the events in the novel might actually happen.
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