Pastoral little master

Chapter 167 Xu's heart was poked by her husband

Qiduo was also a little surprised by Zhao Xiaozhi's old appearance.

She is only 35 years old. When I saw her before, I thought she was going to be five.

However, living in the countryside and working in the wind and rain all year round, most people tend to look older than their actual age.

It's no surprise.

But what is Zhao Xiaozhi's purpose in coming to Tan's house, she really doesn't know.

Qiduo didn't know anything about this little cousin. Although she was Zhao's little niece, she didn't know her real name, her current family situation, her personality, or her personality. .

Without knowing her, it is impossible to guess her purpose.

Qiduo shook her head at Liuju, "I don't know, Second Sister, what is it?"

Liuju pouted, "She's coming to our house to dig lotus roots."

Mrs. Xu nodded, "Yes, speaking of which, your little cousin is also a person with a hard life."

Zhao Xiaozhi's husband is in poor health and has been unable to do heavy work. She does a lot of work outside the house.

Three years ago, her husband was seriously ill. In order to treat him, all the savings of the family were spent, but in the end, her husband's life still could not be saved.

After her husband died, all the burdens of the family fell heavily on her shoulders.

There is a widowed mother-in-law to take care of, and a ten-year-old son to support. It is very difficult.

It was Mrs. Zhao who asked someone to bring a letter to Zhao Xiaozhi, asking her to dig lotus root for Qiduo's family and earn some money to support her family.

Qiduo suddenly realized that with such a heavy burden of life, it would be strange not to look old.

But I have more admiration for the stranger Zhao Xiaozhi. It is not easy for a woman to support a family.

"Mother, it's really not easy for my little cousin. Anyway, our family happens to need someone to dig lotus roots. If she wants to do it, let her do it." Qi Duo replied seriously.

"Mother knows, your father and I have agreed." Xu said warmly.

Qiduo nodded, knowing that her parents would definitely agree to such a thing.

But Liuju's beautiful eyes turned upside down, and said a little unhappy, "Hmph, anyway, I don't like that little cousin, you don't know, after you went to Aunt Shen's house, little cousin ran away Go and help wash the lotus root.”

"Isn't this a good thing, it shows that he is diligent." Qiduo laughed dumbly, could it be wrong for her to help with work.

"If it's just like this, then of course I'm not angry. What's angry is that after she helped wash it, she ran to grandma and said that we shouldn't hire people to wash the lotus root. We can do this job ourselves, saying that we shouldn't wash it. Knowing how to live and whatnot, I'm so angry." Liuju said angrily.

The seven pupils also sank, if this is the case, it would be too much.

Fortunately, now that she has separated from the Zhao family, she can't take care of her own affairs, otherwise, Zhao Xiaozhi's words will definitely cause an uproar.

However, Zhao Xiaozhi didn't understand the situation, and he was used to living a hard life. It was normal to think that one penny would be broken into two pennies to spend.

Mrs. Xu tapped Liuju's forehead lightly, annoyed, "You girl, you still hold grudges, little cousin, she is also saving money for our family."

Then she excused Zhao Xiaozhi a few more words, which coincided with Qiduo's thoughts, and she didn't blame Zhao Xiaozhi for her words.

Liuju rolled her eyes, disapproving of what her mother and sister said.

Erxia smiled at her and shook her head.

Tan Dejin sighed quietly, "Oh, Xiaozhi is also stubborn, she was disobedient back then, if she didn't marry and go to the Li family, she wouldn't have to suffer these crimes."

"What you said is not right. No one can predict what will happen next. My little cousin must have a reason for wanting to marry. You are an outsider, and you are not qualified to talk about her right or wrong." Xu's face sank, Rebuttal immediately.

Seeing her reaction so strongly, Qiduo immediately thought of her marriage with Tan Dejin back then, wasn't she the one who insisted on marrying?
Alas, father, you are poking my mother's heart, how can you talk like that.

When Xu got angry, Tan Dejin became clearer, realized that he had said something wrong, and hurriedly apologized, "Mingxiu, don't get angry, I made a slip of the tongue."

Xu snorted coldly and didn't speak again.

The three Qiduo sisters went to comfort her, and slowly, her complexion improved.

Then they talked for a while, and the family rested.

Qiduo didn't mention meeting Mrs. Xu today, let alone knowing the relationship between Mrs. Xu and the Xu family, and didn't want to upset Mrs. Xu.

At the beginning of the second day, Qiduo's family got up on time.

Mrs. Xu took Erxia to make breakfast, and Tan Dejin took Liuju and Qiduo to prepare to sell lotus root.

Although Yutan Town was always lively on weekdays, it happened to be a fair today, so it would be even more lively. Qiduo suggested to bring some lotus root to sell in the town first, and then go to the county seat.

Although Liulang was arguing to go, Qiduo still let him study at home with peace of mind.

Two or three times ago, I met Wen Xiuyi in the Chunfeng Deyi Building, and asked him to check up on Liu Lang, and said that after taking two courses of medicine, the medicine can be stopped, and after that, I will pay attention to taking good care of my body, and Liu Lang's illness will almost be completely cured up.

Qiduo has already made up her mind that when autumn comes, she must let Liulang study in the academy, and she can't let it go unnoticed any longer.

In those few months, I will take good care of my body.

After a hasty breakfast, the father and daughter of Tan Dejin set off in an ox cart. The sun had just revealed a pale yellow light from the morning light, and the face had not yet come out.

Arriving in the town, Qiduo found that there were indeed more people, people coming and going, and it was very lively.

The three found a booth, Qiduo went to pay the management tax, Tan Dejin and Liuju began to place lotus root for sale.

In addition to lotus root, there are also soybean sprouts, mung bean sprouts and handfuls of neatly tied cress.
Seeing the fresh lotus root, soybean sprouts and mung bean sprouts that have never been seen before, the people who came to the market to buy things stopped to look at them and inquired about the price.

Soybean sprouts and mung bean sprouts have only been sold in Yuekelai and Chunfengdeyilou, and this is the first time they have appeared in the market.

"What is this?"

"Is this food edible?"

"I don't know if it's delicious or not?"

The people who gathered around asked curiously.

For these questions, Qiduo had already prepared, opened the food box, brought out a plate of cold mung bean sprouts, and took long bamboo sticks for everyone to taste.

After tasting the taste, no one said it was not good, and they all nodded their heads in praise of the taste, saying it was sweet and tender.
The cheap price makes them a hot item right away.

Although everyone has seen the fresh and tender cress, not many people have eaten it. Qiduo still makes the finished product for everyone to taste, and the price is also cheap, five yuan a piece.

A handful weighs about a pound.

Seeing that it is cheap and delicious, people also donate money to buy it.
Because the price of lotus root is slightly higher, more people ask about it, but fewer people buy it, and most of them choose cheap residual lotus root to buy.

But seeing everything being sold, Qiduo was still very happy and felt a sense of accomplishment.
Qiduo and the others are very busy and fulfilling in the town, but some people in the Tan family are depressed.

This person is Mrs. Yang.

It has been several days since Tan Damei came back from her house, but Tan Damei has never heard of it, and I don't know what Xiang's family said.

Although Xiang Guangyang was born ugly, Xiang's family has a good family background. Yang Shi also discussed with Tan Deyin that day, and he also agreed to this marriage, saying that being handsome cannot be eaten.

Mrs. Yang had great confidence in Sandao, and thought that as long as Mrs. Xiang met Sandao, the marriage would be a certainty.

But then Erxia came out halfway, which made her feel very uneasy.

After thinking about it seriously, it is really uncomfortable to wait for the news at home like this. If it doesn't work, I have to go to the county in person, and this matter needs to be urged.

Thinking of this, Yang immediately dressed and changed clothes, and then explained to Santao and Wuxing, asking them to take care of the house and take Qilang out.

Sandao looked at Yang's back, her eyes were a little distracted.
Sanlang had just returned from Luhuapo, and wanted to go back to sleep, but was dragged by Mrs. Yang to drive the ox cart.

"Second daughter-in-law, where are you going?" Seeing that the newly dressed Yang was about to go out, Zhao hurriedly ran out of the upper room, picking her teeth and asking.

"Grandma, let's go to the elder sister's house." The ignorant Qilang spoke quickly and answered for Yang.

Yang Shi secretly glared at Qilang, son of a bitch, turn around and sew your mouth shut.

She didn't want Mrs. Zhao to know her whereabouts, and when she was angry, Mrs. Zhao would have the cheek to follow like last time.

"I'm worried about Deutsche Bank, and I'm thinking about going to see it again." Yang explained the reason for his visit this time.

Mrs. Zhao pursed her lips and said, "Damei is the same. The family got rich, but she didn't tell us. Don't you think it's strange? She seems to be afraid that someone will rob her home."
Yang couldn't help frowning, and said anxiously, "Mother, Damei really didn't get rich, why don't you believe me when I tell you?"

"Not rich? You can lie to the children. If you are not rich, you can use servants. If you are not rich, you can wear gold and silver. Don't think I am blind.

Come on, I won’t say much, so go ahead.By the way, last time at Damei's house, the sauced duck and stewed knuckles were delicious, let Damei make some more, and you bring them home to serve your father with wine.And the sweet-scented osmanthus cake and Longjing tea, bring some back. " Mrs. Zhao snorted coldly and spoke out.

When I came back last time, I was going to say these words, but I was disturbed by other things at that time, so I forgot.

Thinking about it today, I naturally have to talk about it.

Yang Shi was so angry that she almost vomited blood, knowing Zhao Shi's temper, it was useless to explain more to her, so she agreed to her condition depressedly.

"Oh, by the way, when you come back, I'll give you another big gift." Mrs. Zhao shouted at Mrs. Yang's back.

"What big gift?" Yang quickly turned her head and asked.

She really didn't dare to accept the gift from Mrs. Zhao.

"I'll talk about it when I get back, you go first, Deyin's leg is getting better, let him come back quickly." Mrs. Zhao waved her hand, with a calculating smile in her eyes.

Yang had no choice but to leave, but she was still thinking, what is Zhao's so-called great gift?
As soon as he left the Tan's compound, Yang slammed Qilang hard.

Shichiro opened his mouth in pain and cried.

Saburo felt sorry for Qilang, and hurriedly said, "Mother, it's fine, what are you doing beating Qilang?"

"What are you doing? Just let your grandma know where we are going with his broken mouth. Your eldest sister is going to bleed today." Yang said bitterly.

Tell Saburo what Mrs. Zhao wanted.
Saburo sighed, "Oh, it's true, grandma. Eldest sister is not rich, so what's the point of doing this?"

"Hmph, your grandma is like that gray bird, who just finds a crack and burrows into it, hoping to get some benefits.

Now, you should know why you are not allowed to talk about Damei buying the house. Damei said that the house was given to them by the ancient county magistrate to live in temporarily. Ask your sister to buy one for her too.

Your grandma is rare in the world, she is really not a thing. "Mr. Yang scolded Mr. Zhao unceremoniously.

San Lang waved his whip to drive the car, but didn't answer.

(End of this chapter)