Chapter 99: Really Find Another One?

Chapter 99: Really Find Another One?

Fan Pingfang, listening to the two little ones chatting beside her, couldn't help but chuckle.

Ju Geer and Xingxing both turned to look at her.

Fan Pingfang said with a serious face, "I have a younger sister at home who is about Xingxing's age. When the time comes, Xingxing can come over to play."

Xingxing happily agreed, "Sure, sure."

She thought to herself, Sister Fan is really such a nice person!

...

Yu Sanbao, for the first time having a shop he could manage himself, was extremely proactive, running to the shop every day.

Running a business by buying and selling goods was quite different from managing his own shop, but Yu Sanbao was full of enthusiasm.

Soon, the shop opened, named Yujia Commercial Store.

It was a very proper name for a store.

Perhaps even a bit too grand.

Many people pointed and whispered behind his back.

But Yu Sanbao was very confident; he would make Yujia Commercial Store big and strong!

Yujia Commercial Store sold items that Yu Sanbao personally sourced from the state city, some being trendy and others being inexpensive, offering good value for money.

Before long, Yujia Commercial Store had established itself in the county town.

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The Yu family boys also began their studies with the local scholar in the county.

At first, Zhou Wuniang thought that the Yu family might only be able to afford to educate one or two of their boys, given how expensive the tuition fees were. She planned that no matter which boy the Yu family chose to send, her son Qian'an could go to school with him in the county.

However, Zhou Wuniang never expected that the Yu family not only sent all four of their boys to school but also opened a shop in the county, where the boys stayed after school, without needing to return home!

Zhou Wuniang drew in a sharp breath and grabbed Wei Pozi's hand, "Auntie, we've known each other for so many years, you must tell me the truth, where did you get all this money?"

It couldn't be... that their Yu Sanbao, who claimed to be doing business, wasn't actually doing business but was robbing as a bandit?!

This thought flashed through Zhou Wuniang's mind, making her shudder.

Wei Pozi proudly said, "No, it was our Xingxing. You know, our Xingxing is a little star of fortune. She found a ginseng root on the mountain and sold it for several dozen taels of silver."

Zhou Wuniang drew in another sharp breath.

Xingxing again?!

Could Xingxing really be a little star of fortune?!

Zhou Wuniang felt both envious and jealous, wishing she had been the one to pick up Xingxing that day!

"But you know, the Zhong family school is very expensive. We bit the bullet and sent all four of our boys. To ensure we have money for future tuition fees, we also leased a shop," Wei Pozi sighed deeply to prevent news of their surplus wealth from spreading and causing trouble, "… All the money is spent, and we don't know what will happen next year!"

Zhou Wuniang tried to suppress the sour feeling in her heart and said half-jokingly, "… Oh, we farmers, how could we have the talent for business? You leased a shop in the county right away, aren't you afraid of losing everything?"

"It's out of necessity," Wei Pozi calmly replied, "Otherwise, where would we get the nearly ten taels of silver for next year's tuition fees? … We have to take a risk. Fortunately, my third son is quite reliable. He runs around outside every day, earning a living through hard work."

Zhou Wuniang didn't dare to probe further.

She feared that if she listened more, her envy and jealousy would become uncontrollable.

Watching Zhou Wuniang hurry away, Wei Pozi sighed silently.

Some people are like this; they don't wish you ill, but they hope you won't do better than them.

Zhou Wuniang was still relatively good; at least she wouldn't say anything spiteful.

Some villagers, upon learning that they had opened a shop in the county, not only gossiped behind their backs but even deliberately went to Su Rouer to spread rumors!

Wei Pozi was lost in thought when she saw Su Rouer enter the courtyard with a frown, holding a basin of unwashed clothes, clearly having returned midway.

"What's wrong?"

Wei Pozi asked proactively.

Su Rouer, feeling wronged, hesitated for a moment but then complained to her mother-in-law, "Mother, isn't this too much! Someone said that Brother Leopard is always out running around, and even if he finds someone else outside, I wouldn't know…"

The more she spoke, the more she felt heartache.

Wei Pozi thought to herself, see, there are those who can't stand to see others do well and deliberately stir up trouble.

Wei Pozi only told Su Rouer, "You and Third have shared a bed for so many years; you should know what kind of person Third is."

Su Rouer was still somewhat aggrieved, "I know, but I can't help it when they keep nagging me… Even when I'm washing clothes, they won't stop talking…"

"They even suggested I go out with Brother Leopard, but Ju Geer is still so young…"

"Mother, why are they so annoying?"

"They're just jealous of you," Wei Pozi patiently consoled Su Rouer a few more times. Su Rouer knew her mother-in-law disliked seeing people cry, and she understood Wei Pozi's words, but she couldn't help it.

"Alright, don't worry. Even if Third finds someone, I won't let them in!" Wei Pozi decisively said, "Besides, some people with ulterior motives want you to doubt and cause trouble with Third. If you do, Third might get annoyed and really find someone else."

These words effectively calmed Su Rouer's frustration and sadness.

Su Rouer gritted her teeth and said, "Mother is right! From now on, if anyone dares to say such things to me, I'll ask her if she wants to marry Leopard Brother herself, and whether I should pack my things and leave to make room for her!"

Though Su Rouer's words were filled with menace, it was still better than her previous weeping and wailing.

Wei Pozi nodded slightly, somewhat satisfied.

"By the way, since you have some free time these past two days, make a pair of shoes," Wei Pozi instructed. "About the same size as your feet. Make them as exquisite as possible."

Su Rouer hurriedly agreed, then hesitated a bit before asking, "Mother, who are the shoes for? What color and pattern should I use?"

Wei Pozi replied, "My younger brother from my mother's side sent word a few days ago that he will be marrying again soon. These are for his new bride. In terms of family relations, you should call her Fourth Auntie-in-Law, following after Third Brother."

Upon hearing that the shoes were for an elder, Su Rouer quickly responded, "I'll start tonight."

Wei Pozi nodded in satisfaction.

Having something to do would keep Su Rouer from being swayed by others' malicious words and indulging in wild thoughts.

Wei Pozi gazed into the distance, toward the direction of Jiangdian Village.

Deep down, she still hoped that Fourth Brother could find a woman who could share a good life with him for the rest of his days.