Country Love: Xie Dajiao, 37, is pregnant!

Finally, Lin Chen finalized two strict rules: first, the construction period must be short; second, all building materials must be from top-tier brands on the market, and Yu Tian must help inspect each batch of materials upon arrival. Any substandard materials must be rejected immediately, and no cutting corners is allowed.

After explaining all the high-standard renovation requirements, all the workers on the construction team understood that the client was not short of money and only pursued quality, so they dared not have the slightest intention to be lazy or sloppy.

The foreman immediately gave his approval and guarantee:

"Don't worry, Brother Lin. We specialize in high-end self-built house renovations. We can fully implement your requirements and guarantee quality and quantity."

Lin Chen readily paid a deposit of 10,000 yuan on the spot. The foreman immediately put the money away, took the phone, and went out to call for materials and to get some more people to speed up the process.

Zhao Yutian listened to the whole thing from the side, secretly shocked. He had never seen a house in the countryside decorated so exquisitely and comprehensively in all his years in the village. He wanted to see how Lin Chen's house was decorated, and maybe he could do the same when he and Liu Ying got married.

I think I'll pass. It's too expensive. I'd rather spend the extra money to buy a house in the city.

After the foreman finished his study, the construction team immediately divided up the work and started working. The demolition team, the water and electricity team, and the bricklaying team entered the site at the same time, and the old house instantly became lively, completely bidding farewell to its former desolation and dilapidation.

When the villagers learned that Lin Chen was renovating, they would often come over to watch the excitement. The villagers were all kind-hearted and would ask Lin Chen if he needed any help. Lin Chen would smile and explain that everything had been outsourced and he didn't need to do anything.

Ever since her tender moment with Lin Chen, Xie Dajiao's heart has been filled with this little man. She can't get by during the day while tending the grocery store, and sometimes she dreams about him at night.

On the other side, the renovation of Lin Chen's old house was in full swing. A professional construction team from the county town worked in shifts, and the progress was very fast. Zhao Yutian stayed at the construction site to supervise the quality, which made Lin Chen completely free. He could stroll around the village every day and enjoy the breeze. His life was leisurely and carefree.

……

At dawn, the sounds of roosters crowing and dogs barking echoed across Ivory Mountain, signifying the start of a new day.

Xie Dajiao got ready early, put on her flat cloth shoes, and slowly walked towards Wang Laoqi's house.

A few days ago, when Li Daguo was delivering goods, he asked her to act as a matchmaker. She had kept it in mind and was thinking of coming over as soon as possible to ask him if he agreed.

After entering the gate, there was no one in the courtyard. Wang Laoqi and his family of three were busy. When they saw Xie Dajiao arrive, their faces immediately lit up with a kind smile, and they stepped aside to let her into the house.

"Bigfoot's here? You've come all this way before dawn. Come in and have a seat. What's up?"

The cool morning breeze swept through the hall, feeling very comfortable on people. Wang Xiaomeng poured Xie Dajiao a glass of water.

She wore a plain short-sleeved shirt, her long hair was simply tied into a ponytail, and her profile was clean and gentle.

Xie Dajiao didn't beat around the bush; she sat down on the bench and got straight to the point about the marriage:

"Seventh Brother, I came here today specifically to find a reliable partner for Xiaomeng. The man is my cousin. You've met that young man; he always drives over to deliver goods to me. He's not short, looks good, works efficiently and is hardworking. His family isn't bad off in the city; they have a proper business, so we can have a stable life together."

After listening, Wang Laoqi rubbed his rough hands together, his face full of trouble. He turned to look at his daughter, his tone tinged with concern:

"Big Foot, you're a sensible person. Xiao Meng just broke up with Yongqiang a few days ago, and she's still heartbroken. As her father, I can't force her. Marriage is a big decision for her; it all depends on whether Xiao Meng is willing or not."

After she finished speaking, Wang Xiaomeng opened her mouth slightly, but couldn't say anything for a moment.

Everyone thought she would resist, but at this moment her face was calm, without any grievance or resentment, only a calm indifference that showed she had seen through everything.

She was silent for a few seconds, then slowly raised her head, her voice soft and completely calm:

"Okay, Aunt Big Feet, a meeting is fine too."

Upon seeing this, Xie Dajiao immediately breathed a sigh of relief, slapped her thigh, and quickly offered words of comfort, speaking sincerely:

"That's right, my silly girl! You're good-looking, capable and sensible. You can't find another girl better than you within ten miles. There's no need for you to hang yourself on Xie Yongqiang's crooked tree!"

That boy listens to his father, Xie Guangkun, in everything. If you really marry him, you'll suffer sooner or later. I'll arrange a time for you and let you know in advance.

"Okay, Aunt Big Feet, I'll do whatever you say."

"Okay, okay, I'll take care of it!"

After chatting with the family of three for a while and offering Wang Xiaomeng some words of comfort, Xie Dajiao got up to take her leave.

The moment the door closed, everything fell completely silent.

As the sun rose higher in the sky, the air gradually became scorching hot.

In Wang Laoqi's tofu shop, the rich aroma of soybeans filled the entire courtyard. A donkey pulled the millstone, turning it continuously, and the heat carrying the fragrance of soybeans wafted over.

The village women were quick to speak their minds, and early in the morning they spread the news that Wang Xiaomeng was going on a blind date throughout the village. This news soon reached Xie Yongqiang's ears.

Xie Yongqiang panicked immediately, feeling anxious and regretful. He avoided Xie Guangkun and left the house, running wildly towards Wang Laoqi's house. He was covered in sweat, and the back of his shirt was completely soaked with sweat. He was extremely anxious.

He rushed into the tofu shop, went straight up without saying a word, his eyes darting around nervously, and explained:

"Xiao Meng! Don't listen to Aunt Big Foot's random introductions! That day, I, Fu Xiangxiu, was just drunk and out of my mind. I've never had her in my heart, and we haven't crossed any lines at all. It's all a misunderstanding, please don't take it seriously!"

Wang Xiaomeng didn't get angry or make a scene. She just quietly looked at the man in front of her, whom she used to like very much. Her eyes no longer held any of the feelings she once had, only cold indifference remained.

She spoke calmly and slowly:

"Xie Yongqiang, we're over."

"Even if what happened with Xiangxiu that day hadn't happened, we would never have ended up together."

Wang Xiaomeng looked at him, her eyes very clear, and poured out all the words that had been pent up in her heart for so long:

"Your father, Xie Guangkun, has looked down on my family's tofu-making from the very beginning. He thinks I'm not good enough for you, a college student, and he makes things difficult for me at every turn. My father also dislikes your family's tendency to always try to be superior to others. Our two families are just naturally incompatible."

"The most crucial thing is that you never dare to defy your father. Regardless of right or wrong, you always go along with him and can never stand up for yourself."

I don't want to marry someone who constantly has to put up with his father-in-law's attitude and suffers every grievance. I want a man who can protect me, not a child who will never grow up and only listen to his father.

Xie Yongqiang was sweating profusely, his hands and feet were in a panic, and he began to stutter as he could only weakly make promises over and over again:

"I can change! I won't listen to my dad anymore. I'll protect you, and I'll convince him to accept you. Xiaomeng, please give me another chance, okay?"

Wang Xiaomeng gently shook her head, her eyes unwavering, and turned back to stand before the millstone, her back view cold and resolute.

"You can't change. Your personality is ingrained; you'll never change it. Go away. Don't come looking for me again. Let's leave each other alone. And don't let your father come and cause trouble again!"

Watching her retreating figure without a backward glance, Xie Yongqiang felt utterly powerless, filled with regret but unable to utter a single word in rebuttal. He could only hang his head, dejected and lost, as he walked away step by step, completely devoid of the spirited demeanor he once possessed as a college student.