Be a small county magistrate in ancient times

Chapter 697 If That Person Appears
“You have all four limbs intact and are smart, how could no one be interested in you?” Shu Erhua said this mostly out of kindness.

But to Xiao Wuzi, that gave him hope, so he pressed on, "Have you taken a liking to me?"

Shu Erhua is a straightforward person, so when she avoided the question twice, Meng Changqing could tell that she wasn't interested.

Although I don't know why, I just didn't like it.

“Xiao Wuzi,” Meng Changqing said, “you’re still young, there’s no rush to get married at this age.”

Upon hearing this, Xiao Wuzi understood and couldn't help but feel disappointed. However, he still managed a forced smile, though it was a very strained one.

Emotions are something that can be transmitted between normal people.

Seeing Xiao Wuzi like this, Shu Erhua couldn't help but fall into self-doubt. Although she was a determined person, such self-doubt wouldn't last long.

Therefore, some people's good intentions can really cause trouble for others.

Meng Changqing peeked outside and saw Zuo Datou pacing around outside the shop next door. He was also worried about this matter.

“Come back,” Meng Changqing said to him.

Zuo Datou ran over in a few steps and asked Meng Changqing, "How is it?"

“I think it’s a bit too early for Xiao Wuzi to be talking about marriage at his age. It’s not too late to bring it up in a couple of years.” Meng Changqing repeated his previous excuse.

“Not small either…” Zuo Datou noticed Meng Changqing’s gaze and stopped talking. “Alright, I’ll take Xiao Wuzi back first.”

After everyone left, Meng Changqing smiled at Shu Erhua and said, "We've known each other for so many years, so we can talk about the truth. Is it that Xiao Wuzi isn't good-looking?"

Shu Erhua shook her head. "He's still a child. He reminds me of Luo Xinzhu." There's no way she'd ever be interested in him.

"If you're going to get married, it's better to have someone more mature." Meng Changqing wanted to ask her for her opinion on Qi Renli, but interfering in other people's affairs would only make things more complicated.

Shu Erhua could tell that Meng Changqing was hesitant to speak, "Sir, just say what you want to say."

Meng Changqing nodded and asked her very seriously, "Have you ever thought about settling down?"

This problem clearly put Shu Erhua in a difficult position.

After all, to outsiders, Meng Changqing is a man, and it is somewhat inappropriate for men and women to discuss such issues.

“I’m not pressuring you to get married,” Meng Changqing explained. “As I said before, it’s fine whether you get married or not. I’m asking this question not from the perspective of a county magistrate, but as a friend.”

Shu Erhua was somewhat surprised that the county magistrate would consider her a friend.

But the other person's tone was sincere, so Shu Erhua didn't mind speaking her mind. "Actually, I don't know myself. When I first left Luo Family Village, I thought it would be fine to live alone, and ideally, I'd be alone for the rest of my life. But sometimes..."

"I also hope someone can help me," Meng Changqing finished her sentence.

“I think what you’re doing now is very wise. Maintaining the status quo before you’ve truly understood your own heart,” Meng Changqing said. “I think if the right person comes into your life, you’ll be absolutely certain of your feelings.”

Shu Erhua was surprised that Meng Changqing could understand her thoughts and even agree with her actions.

Meng Changqing was asking Shu Erhua, while Zuo Datou was asking Xiao Wuzi.

On the way back, the two walked very slowly. After Xiao Wuzi explained the actual situation, Zuo Datou sighed and blurted out a complaint, "Look at you, no wonder people don't like you."