After transmigrating into the body of a widow, I became the richest man in the capital.

Chapter 75 Changing the Ride to a Mule

Su Xiaoxiao and Da Bao stood in the market, waiting all morning. The main reason was that their location was relatively remote, as the good spots had all been taken by those bullies.

By the time customers noticed Su Xiaoxiao and her group's stall, they had already bought everything.

Da Bao stood there until almost sunset before he and Su Xiaoxiao finally sold the prey.

They didn't even have time to eat lunch; they were really exhausted and starving.

This time, Su Xiaoxiao really taught Da Bao a lesson. Da Bao realized that the little money he had earned was really hard-earned.

"So, now you realize how hard it is to earn this little bit of money, don't you?"

Su Xiaoxiao looked at Da Bao, who seemed very dejected.

"Don't be sad, let me take you to get something to eat!"

This is the cruelty of society. On her way to eat, Su Xiaoxiao passed by the livestock market.

She suddenly changed her mind.

"Da Bao, our oxcart is too slow. How about we switch to a horse-drawn cart?"

Da Bao clutched the money tightly in his hand, refusing to let go.

"No, Mother, it's so hard for us to earn money. We can't just spend it like this."

Su Xiaoxiao grinned at Da Bao.

“Mother knows this money is hard-earned, but what’s the point of earning money? It’s just to spend it, right? Besides, we’re spending it wisely. Look, this horse-drawn cart can definitely carry more than an oxcart, and it’s faster and stronger.”

After a pause, Su Xiaoxiao noticed that Da Bao's expression began to soften.

She quickly added, "Think about it, isn't that the truth?"

Da Bao thought about it and realized it made sense. Sometimes when Su Xiaoxiao went to the market, she would come back late, almost when it was dark. If there was a carriage, it would not only be faster, but it would also save a lot of time.

"Alright then, Mother, I'll go with you to buy a carriage."

The two decided not to eat for now, fearing that the livestock market would close if they stayed out too long.

When Su Xiaoxiao arrived at the livestock market, she found out that even the cheapest carriage cost ten taels of silver.

Su Xiaoxiao didn't bring enough money with her this time, and she only earned less than five taels of silver from the game she sold at the market today.

What should we do?

The boss suggested that Su Xiaoxiao should buy a donkey first, since it's a fast animal.

However, the thought of the donkey's braying made Su Xiaoxiao feel extremely agitated.

"I can't stand the braying of donkeys, especially since they always seem to mock others."

Da Bao asked Su Xiaoxiao curiously, "Mommy, why did the donkey laugh at you?"

Su Xiaoxiao quickly patted his head and said, "Children don't understand adult matters, so don't ask too many questions."

So, the boss finally convinced Su Xiaoxiao to buy a mule, since mules are stronger, have more strength, and are more intelligent than donkeys.

The owner of the livestock market introduced her to a chestnut mule. The mule was very tall and had a white heart-shaped mark on its body; it was simply perfect.

"What's the price range for this mule?"

Su Xiaoxiao asked, and the shopkeeper introduced the mule to her, saying, "Young lady, the mule you've taken a fancy to is the best I have here. To be honest, I don't even want to sell it anymore." Su Xiaoxiao smiled and said, "I know, just tell me your price, I won't haggle."

The owner of the livestock market was genuinely surprised that Su Xiaoxiao could be so generous. She looked like an ordinary rural woman, yet she was very straightforward in her actions.

The livestock shop owner realized he couldn't make things too difficult for the people.

"Four taels of silver, not a penny less."

When Su Xiaoxiao saw that she had just earned this much money today, she shouted it out in a very loud voice.

"make a deal."

"I want this mule."

Just as Su Xiaoxiao was about to pick up the mule, a figure suddenly appeared behind her.

This man was clearly a hunter by trade; he was tall and burly, and looked like someone you wouldn't want to mess with.

“I’ll offer five taels of silver; I’ve got my eye on this mule today.”

Su Xiaoxiao looked at him and wondered where this guy had come from. She never expected that this person would actually challenge her.

Su Xiaoxiao glared at him and said, "You really don't know what's good for you. I was the one who picked out this mule first, and I already agreed on a price with the owner. What's with you interfering halfway through?"

The man looked at Su Xiaoxiao with disdain, and walked up to her with an arrogant air, after all, he was much taller than Su Xiaoxiao.

Su Xiaoxiao's figure appeared particularly petite in front of him. This person was clearly dressed as a Hu person, no wonder he was so arrogant.

The livestock market owner was a little wary of this person, but Su Xiaoxiao was not to be outdone. She stood tall in front of him and argued her case.

"You're being unreasonable. There should be a first-come, first-served principle, right? Besides, the boss has already agreed to sell me this mule, so what are you still babbling about?"

"You, you little brat?"

Hu Ren was so angry he couldn't speak, but when he saw that Su Xiaoxiao was not showing any weakness in front of him, and that her stunningly beautiful face also carried a sense of righteousness, he suddenly changed his expression for some reason.

He smirked slightly. "Alright, this young lady is quite formidable. Since you took a liking to this mule first, then it's yours. But this mule is indeed very beautiful."

As he spoke, he went up to touch the mule's mane, showing how much he liked it.

Su Xiaoxiao ignored him. "What do you mean you're giving it to me? That mule was originally mine. Here's the money, boss, please keep it."

Su Xiaoxiao generously handed the silver to the livestock shop owner.

The livestock shop owner glanced at the Hu man's expression and, seeing that he didn't seem to be unhappy or intend to make things difficult for them, quickly took the silver, weighed it, and said, "Okay, just right."

He handed the mule's reins to Su Xiaoxiao and told her that she also needed to buy a cart.

After all, they only sell livestock here and don't provide carts.

Su Xiaoxiao, with Da Bao and the mule in tow, walked away happily.

However, the Hu man behind her did not leave. He watched Su Xiaoxiao's back until he quietly followed her.

Su Xiaoxiao noticed that someone was following them, but she didn't pay any attention to it.

Su Xiaoxiao took her eldest child out to eat, and they happened to find someone selling wontons by the roadside. Su Xiaoxiao decided to treat her child to something nice; noodles alone wouldn't have meat, but these wontons had both noodles and meat, so they were sure to be delicious.

(End of this chapter)