Though feeling a bit relieved, Xiaomi still leaned over to eavesdrop on the two adults talking.
Luckily, mom was reliable.
That Granny Xie kept praising the girl, saying how virtuous she was.
She even said things like the girl could take good care of Jiang Yu, so he wouldn’t get entangled with unsavory people outside and disturb his studies.
Xiaomi rolled her eyes in exasperation. Was her brother that kind of person?
This Granny Xie, really. If you’re matchmaking, just do it. Look at what she’s saying; it doesn’t sound like she’s really promoting the girl.
If soone who didn’t know heard it, they’d think the girl was undesired and trying all ans to be matched off.
From the perspective of a new-age person like Xiaomi, she also felt these remarks were just inappropriate.
Fortunately, Second Aunt didn’t budge at all, firmly stating her son was still in school, and there was no rush for marriage, so it’d be better to wait.
That Granny Xie was relentless, pestering Second Aunt for nearly half an hour, only giving up unwillingly after Second Aunt had cleaned several pigsties.
"Second Aunt, you’re really stubborn. Once the child gets older, it’s hard to find a match. When your husband cos back, talk to him. If you co around, co find anyti."
Aunt Xie was even starting to get a bit angry, thinking Second Aunt was as stubborn as wood, as she was still refusing after all that was said.
But Second Aunt didn’t seem to be overly concerned, her expression unchanged, still nodding with a light smile, indicating she understood.
"I appreciate your kind intentions, Aunt Xie, but it’s getting late now, and I should head ho to prepare dinner."
That was practically a direct dismissal.
Aunt Xie snorted angrily, "Fine, I’m leaving too."
After speaking, she turned and stord off in a huff.
Luckily, Xiaomi pulled Wei Ziang quickly away. By the ti Aunt Xie ca out from behind the pigsty, they had already hidden in the bamboo rat shed.
After Aunt Xie was at a sufficient distance, the two of them exited the shed.
Coincidentally, Second Aunt also ca from behind and was sowhat surprised to see them: "What are you doing here?"
Xiaomi withdrew her gaze from Aunt Xie and pursed her lips: "Mom, I followed Granny Xie here, saw you were talking and didn’t want to interrupt."
Second Aunt: "Did you hear everything?"
Xiaomi nodded honestly.
Second Aunt chuckled, patting Xiaomi’s head: "About what just happened, don’t tell your big brother, so he won’t be distracted. Just pretend you didn’t hear it, alright?"
Xiaomi was slightly surprised: "Not going to tell brother?"
"Yes, don’t tell him." After saying this, she glanced at Wei Ziang, who nodded in agreent, so she didn’t say more.
However, Xiaomi bit her finger: "But mom, I’ve already told brother..."
Second Aunt was taken aback, then couldn’t help but laugh: "You kid, you’re so fast."
She then shook her head helplessly: "Never mind, what’s said is said. Let’s head back first."
If it were the usual, she wouldn’t be this busy. It was just that Aunt Xie kept talking on the side, inevitably causing distraction, naturally slowing down efficiency.
The younger ones at ho, to be precise, Xiaoxue and Jiang Wei, were anxious, too.
As soon as Second Aunt got ho, they eagerly sward over, waiting for an explanation.
Seeing everyone so concerned, Second Aunt was both happy and a bit helpless. Happy because the siblings all cared for each other, helpless because she didn’t understand why everyone was so worried.
But Second Aunt still gave a brief explanation, stating that their big brother needed to focus on his studies, which finally put everyone at ease.
Just then, Jiang Hu ca in from outside, carrying a hoe: "What are you all talking about? I heard the commotion before I even got to the courtyard."
"Brother Hu, you’re back."
Jiang Wei eagerly jumped to his father’s side: "Dad, soone just insisted on matchmaking for big brother and even said the girl should go to the academy with him, but mom refused."
Afraid his father might not know.
Jiang Hu looked surprised at Second Aunt, who helplessly explained the situation all over again.
It wasn’t too complicated, just a few words to make everything clear.
After washing his hands, Jiang Hu was about to help start the fire and cook: "Second Aunt, you did the right thing. Let’s leave it for now; we’ll go to the town in a few days."
Second Aunt paused her rice scooping: "So soon?"
Jiang Hu nodded: "After all, it’s more important for our eldest to study."
Second Aunt didn’t say anything more, instead focused on preparing the lunch for that day.
As for whether Aunt Xie would say anything around the village, they didn’t seem to mind much.
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