Chapter 241 Arrangements Made

Chapter 241 Arrangements Made

"The midwife's fee, I'll cover it! Hubby agreed to it too!"

Seeing that the three of them still wanted to speak, Qin Xiaoyao added, "These are special times. Without enough money, the midwife won't agree to go to the Liu family."

"Second Sister-in-law and the nephew are the most important right now. Let's not be stubborn about this."

The three men from the Qin family looked at each other and finally no one opposed anymore.

Qin Erhu, however, made up his mind in his heart.

He would repay this money to his youngest sister someday.

Seeing this, Qin Xiaoyao nodded in satisfaction.

"Since there's no time to lose, quickly have Eldest Sister-in-law and Second Sister-in-law pack their things."

"Then we'll escort them out separately," he said.

Qin Dahu and Qin Erhu exchanged glances and responded with a "Hmm."

They hurried off to find their wives.

Watching his sons leave, Qin Dazhuang sighed.

It was fortunate that his daughter came back to make the decision; otherwise, they would still be hesitating.

In no time, Qin Dahu's wife and Qin Erhu's wife had packed their belongings and came out.

Qin Dahu's wife was holding little Xiaohu, who was wide awake and curiously looking around.

It was early, so it wasn't yet time for her to take Xiaohu to feed; otherwise, the child would definitely cry.

Seeing his nephew awake, Qin Xiaoyao looked worried.

Although Xiaohu didn't cry as much as other children his age,

a child this young could start crying at any moment.

If he cried on the way, it would draw too much attention.

After a brief hesitation, Qin Xiaoyao decided to personally escort his eldest sister-in-law and nephew to the Liu family.

"Eldest Sister-in-law and Xiaohu will come with me."

"Second Brother, you take Second Sister-in-law to Danni's place."

"Also, Father, you and Eldest Brother go fetch the midwife," Qin Xiaoyao said.

As he spoke, he took out five taels of silver from his pocket.

"You need to convince the midwife to stay at Danni's house until both babies are born."

Qin Dazhuang hesitated for a moment but still took the silver from his daughter.

Qin Xiaoyao then looked at the anxious Second Sister-in-law.

"I've already spoken to Uncle Liu and Aunt Liu."

"They will take good care of you when you get there."

Second Sister-in-law nodded, her face pale.

"Thank you, youngest sister," she said.

Seeing her like this, Qin Xiaoyao felt a bit guilty.

"It's nothing," he replied.

Then, he immediately urged everyone into action.

The Qin family members all left the house.

Qin Xiaoyao carried the luggage, walking ahead, followed by Qin Dahu's wife, who was holding Qin Xiaohu.

The three of them walked cautiously down the alley.

Qin Xiaoyao kept watch ahead, alert for any signs of people.

Whenever he spotted someone, he would turn back and warn those behind him.

Qin Dahu's wife remained highly focused, carefully holding the baby, afraid it might cry halfway through.

With a nervous heart, they soon arrived at the Liu family's house.

Qin Dahu's wife held Xiaohu and watched the ends of the alley warily while waiting for Qin Xiaoyao to knock on the door.

The closer they got, the more tense they became, fearing something might go wrong.

Qin Xiaoyao did not hesitate and knocked quickly.

However, after knocking for a while, no one answered.

He guessed that the Liu family must be scared and thought she was a bandit, which is why they didn't open the door.

Qin Xiaoyao frowned, glanced at his nervous sister-in-law, and without further hesitation, knocked again and called out.

"Is Auntie Liu at home?"

"We're from the Qin family. We have something to ask of Sister-in-Law Liu!" The voice was not loud, but it wasn't quiet either.

If there was someone behind the door, they would certainly hear.

Sure enough, the door immediately opened.

It was Liu Dalang.

"Aunt Qin, Sister-in-Law Qin!" Seeing the two, Liu Dalang called out.

Then, he quickly ushered them inside.

After they entered, Liu Dalang hurriedly closed the door.

He then led them further in.

"I'm truly sorry, just now—" Liu Dalang's face turned red, his tone full of apology.

His family had already agreed to feed Xiaohu and had received quite a bit of silver and grain from the Qin family.

Now that they had come, he almost refused them entry.

"It's understandable." Qin Xiaoyao responded.

After his sister-in-law took Xiaohu to find Liu Dalang's wife, he went aside with Liu Dalang.

Then, he took out one tael of silver from his pocket.

"My sister-in-law and nephew will have to trouble you for a while longer. This one tael of silver is a small token of our gratitude; please accept it."

Liu Dalang quickly refused.

"How can I? Brother Qin has already given me money before."

"That was payment for your wife's help with feeding. This one tael is for my sister-in-law's lodging and meals over the next few days." Qin Xiaoyao insisted on giving the money.

"Also, after dark, I'll come by again to bring some food. You need to ensure a proper diet, at least so both children can have milk." Qin Xiaoyao added.

Liu Dalang's eyes lit up, thinking of something.

Then, his expression dimmed.

"Let's forget it. Outside—"

The bandits outside were killing indiscriminately.

Aunt Qin's trip here was already risky enough. How could she make another trip?

"Don't worry. I know what I'm doing. When I come, just open the door for me." Qin Xiaoyao interrupted him.

Thinking about how their food supply was indeed running low, Liu Dalang hesitated slightly before finally nodding.

Then, Qin Xiaoyao went to Liu Dalang's wife's room to check on his sister-in-law and Xiaohu before leaving.

After leaving the Liu family, Qin Xiaoyao headed back to the Song family's house, familiar with the route.

Since both families lived on Yongan Lane, it didn't take much effort.

Seeing his wife return, Song Que felt relieved.

After chatting for a while, Qin Xiaoyao mentioned delivering pancakes to others.

"I thought we should send some pancakes to Danni's family and the Liu family."

"They lack not only food but also firewood. Sending them some pancakes will help them get through these few days, making things easier afterward."

Song Que felt that his wife was being too considerate of others.

But considering her relationship with her family, he didn't say anything.

"There are still plenty of pancakes left from the ones you made. We won't be able to finish them all."

"You can take some and give them to the families." Song Que suggested.

Qin Xiaoyao smiled.

"I was thinking the same thing."

"Also, let's send them some bean sprouts."

"Anyway, we can't sell any bean sprouts these days. If we let them grow for a couple more days, they'll all become old."

Song Que's expression turned serious.

"How can you carry so many things alone?" He asked.

Going to deliver pancakes was already risky enough; bringing bean sprouts would make the target even bigger.

Qin Xiaoyao smiled.

"Don't worry. I'll use a basket. I'll deliver to each family separately."

"The bandits have just taken Lingquan Town, killed people, and looted. They probably won't come out to rob again tonight."

Instead, they will feast and celebrate their victory.

After resting well, they'll continue robbing during the day tomorrow.