After being jilted, the entire neighboring village was filled with deep regret.

Chapter 47 Catch the big market

Su Zhan's wheat-colored face flushed slightly, and he stammered, "As long as Mom and Dad are happy."

Su Tai put away her teasing tone and stared at him with a rare serious expression. "That won't do! Your wife will be living with you in the future. Not only should your parents be happy, but you should be happy too. Let me tell you in advance, if you also think Xiaoyu is good, you can't look at other girls anymore. When you reach the right age, you should get married properly."

If you don't like Xiaoyu, you should make it clear beforehand. Then, it's possible for your parents to adopt Xiaoyu as their goddaughter.

Su Zhan looked at Su Tai in astonishment as if he had heard something outrageous. "Sister, what are you saying! Since she's the wife that Mom and Dad chose for me, she's my wife! What are you talking about, goddaughter!"

Su Tai paused for a moment, then smiled with relief, "Okay! As long as you can accept it."

Ruan Xiaoyu's settlement in the Su family did not have any impact on Su Tai's life. On the contrary, because she was diligent and observant, she took over all the housework.

Su Tai felt like she was living the life of a landlord's daughter. No! Those young ladies had to learn manners, but she didn't. She just ate and slept all day long, and played when she woke up, living a life without any pressure.

Before she knew it, it was mid-December, and her two acres of paddy fields and four acres of vegetable gardens were ready for harvest. With the groundhog around, she didn't have to worry about anything. She just needed to stand aside and give instructions, and she easily earned 9600 coins.

She then rushed to a seed shop and bought 1,000 jin each of wheat seeds, peanuts, and soybeans. Before she could even enjoy the virtual currency she had just received, she spent more than 10,000 coins.

She plans to sell all these seeds to relatives and villagers so that everyone can have a good harvest next year. The villagers won't just focus on her family, and she can make another profit, achieving multiple benefits in one fell swoop.

When Su Tai finished her chores and stepped out of her room, she found that her home had been completely renovated.

When Han saw her, she laughed and scolded, "Look at Xiaoyu. She's a few years younger than you, but she keeps the house spotless and does all the chores beautifully. You should learn from her."

Su Tai blinked hard and sat down, still feeling dazed.

Ruan Xiaoyu immediately brought her a small pot of noodle soup.

She quickly waved her hand, gesturing for Ruan Xiaoyu to sit down, "I don't need you to take such good care of me, you should rest too."

Ruan Xiaoyu smiled shyly, "Big sister, I feel warmer by moving around more; sitting like this is actually uncomfortable."

Su Tai shook her head, noticing that Ruan Xiaoyu was still wearing her old coat, and then looked at Han Shi, "Mother, didn't you say you were going to the market? It's almost New Year's, isn't it?"

"Yes, yes, I was just about to tell you about this. There's a big market in town the day after tomorrow, and our whole family is going. I reckon Shen Yi will be there too. Think carefully about what you want to buy, and then ask your dad to borrow a cart so we can push it back." Madam Han was happily planning to herself.

Actually, we just moved into a new house, and everything is new, so we don't lack anything. But we don't have any of the couplets, window decorations, or glutinous rice we need for the New Year, so we have to buy them.

Ruan Xiaoyu listened quietly without interrupting, behaving very obediently.

The market day arrived.

Ruan Xiaoyu got up early to cook for the whole family and busied herself helping with tidying up. When it was time to leave, she was still standing in the yard and didn't seem to be following.

Su Tai glanced at her and pulled her out directly, saying, "We agreed that the whole family would go together."

Han urged from the side, "Hurry up, or you won't be able to squeeze in."

Ruan Xiaoyu then silently followed.

When the group arrived at Moshi Town, they were blocked by a bustling crowd of people before they even reached the main street.

Even in the dead of winter, the streets are lined with vendors selling mountain produce, grain, secondhand clothes, and even children who are struggling to survive and have resorted to selling their own.

Su Tai didn't dare to look any longer, because there was nothing she could do but feel miserable.

Just then, a figure blocked her view.

She subconsciously looked up and met Shen Yi's clear eyes. "Brother Shen!" Su Tai exclaimed in surprise.

Shen Yi smiled, greeted Su Chunlin and the others, and led them into the teahouse first. "There are so many people at the market today. It's easy for so many of you to get separated if you walk together. The better you stay here in the teahouse. Just order a pot of tea and you can sit for as long as you like. You can also ask the waiter to watch your things."

Su Chunlin had money on hand, so he agreed immediately.

Su Tai pulled Shen Yi aside and whispered something to him, and Shen Yi nodded from time to time.

After the two finished speaking, Su Tai returned to the tea table and found that Su Chunlin and Madam Han were nowhere to be found, leaving only Su Zhan and the other two.

She thought for a moment, told the waiter, and led Su Ming and the others onto the street, heading straight for the clothing store.

"Xiaoyu, you choose for yourself, and I'll pay for it when you're done," Su Tai said generously.

Su Zhan was shocked. "Sis, where did you get the money?"

Su Tai smiled but remained silent.

Su Zhan became increasingly suspicious.

In addition to brand-new clothes, the clothing shop also sells second-hand clothes, most of which are about 80% new. The shopkeeper doesn't want clothes that are too old.

Ruan Xiaoyu didn't even glance at the new clothes, but instead wandered around among the old ones, finally choosing a dark blue jacket and a pair of black trousers for herself.

Su Tai looked at them and pointed to a dark red overcoat and a black trousers embroidered with apricot blossoms hanging above, asking the shopkeeper to take them down.

Ruan Xiaoyu was flattered and refused to accept it no matter what.

Su Tai didn't waste any words with her. After bargaining with the shopkeeper, she bought two sets of clothes for 380 coins. Then she chose a more festive set of clothes for her parents and spent another 500 coins.

Thinking of Shen Yi, whom she had just met, she figured that he probably wouldn't care about these details on his own, so she bought him another set.

Later, because Su Ming insisted on having one too, we simply gave each of our two younger brothers a set, which cost another eight hundred coins.

The shopkeeper made a fortune from Su Tai and was all smiles. He even thoughtfully packed them up with a cloth and delivered them to the outside of the shop.

On his way back to the teahouse, Su Ming couldn't resist the aroma of steamed buns wafting from the roadside.

Su Tai gritted her teeth and bought a few more meat buns.

When they returned to the teahouse, each of them was carrying something in their hands.

When Han and Su Chunlin returned from shopping, they both spat out the tea in their mouths upon seeing the packages they were carrying.

"What did you buy? Where did the money come from?" Han was shocked and bewildered, and subconsciously looked at Su Chunlin.

Su Chunlin shook his head anxiously, "It has nothing to do with me, I didn't give a single penny!"

Su Tai explained with a smile, "Father and Mother, I earned it myself, and Brother Shen also helped."

Han's questions were stuck in his throat, and he could only stare blankly.

Just then, Shen Yi returned, and Madam Han immediately pressed him for an answer, "Shen Yi, did Xiao Tai take advantage of you?"

Shen Yi chuckled, “Auntie, you know Xiaotai’s personality. She’s not the kind of person who would take advantage of others. I just help her sell some things occasionally, like wild vegetables or herbs.”

(End of this chapter)