??Chapter 166: Chapter 167: Bringing Two?_1
Chapter 166: Chapter 167: Bringing Two?_1
Madam Zhao suddenly saw the light, “Right! If Miss Qin finds out that our Yuanzhen suddenly has a child, she will definitely not be pleased!” Though Madam Zhao really didn’t want her grandson to be abandoned, thinking of considering the feelings of the future “new daughter-in-law,” she decided to “reluctantly part with love.”
As the old couple went back and forth discussing this, they were still dreaming about marrying Qin Qian, little did they know, Muniang had strangled this dream with her own hands.
Muniang was ruthless, straightforward when dealing with others. She aid for the jugular—didn’t Qiao Yuanzhen just want to marry into a wealthy family? She was determined to make it so he couldn’t get what he wanted, to tornt him.
Even if Qiao Yuanzhen was reluctant, he had no choice but to give up the favorable match with Qin Qian. He never believed Muniang was just trying to scare him.
Qin Xin was taken aback, “You have divorced your wife, why have you suddenly beco unwilling to marry?”
Qiao Yuanzhen clenched his teeth before replying, “I, Qiao, am not worthy, I lack the fortune to marry your sister. My fate with my wife has ended at this ti, and it is not because of your sister. We simply are not suitable. Now, I only wish to devote myself to my studies, to earn scholarly honors. Only when I am worthy of your sister will I co to ask for her hand in marriage.”
These words startled Qin Xin, and he couldn’t help but think better of Qiao Yuanzhen, this man really did have so ambition, “That’s not necessary, our Qin Family does not look down on the poor.”
Qiao Yuanzhen persevered in his refusal with a heart in pain, “No, no, no, I am ashad and undeserving of marrying a remarkable lady like Miss Qin. I couldn’t live with myself. Let us wait for the day I achieve scholarly honors, then I will personally ask for Miss Qin’s hand in marriage.”
Qin Xin comnded him, “You do have integrity.”
“I dare not presu.”
“Well then, since you’ve said it this way, I shall not force you.”
Qiao Yuanzhen nodded, “Thank you, Qin.”
Qin Xin relayed Qiao Yuanzhen’s original words to Qin Qian, which, to his surprise, made Qin Qian even more infatuated.
“Did he really say that?!” Qin Qian exclaid with delight.
“Yes.”
“Brother, I said he was extraordinary, he must be the one destined for ! Since he says he wants to wait until he passes the examination to propose, I shall naturally wait for him!”
Qin Xin also felt this man was dependable, so he nodded and said, “Then let’s wait until next year. If he becos a Scholar and cos to propose, I will consent to your marriage.”
Qin Qian’s joy rose, “Brother, you are so good.”
Qin Xin smiled, “But what if he fails the examination?”
Qin Qian, with the heart of a young girl, laughed, “Even if he doesn’t pass, I will still marry him. A man as upright and good as him, I must not let him go!”
Truly, Qiao Yuanzhen’s mind was ruthless enough. Even if he didn’t marry her, he had hooked the girl’s heart with just a few words. It must be said that if Qiao Yuanzhen lacked other skills, he certainly had a knack for captivating a girl’s heart.
Muniang had been running to Qinghe’s place every other day, just to take care of her. The Qiao family hadn’t caused a stir, and no matter the reason, Muniang felt quite comfortable and could finally have so peace for a few days, to let Qinghe rest and nourish the fetus.
“Qinghe, have you been feeling better these past few days?”
“Much better. With all the rich food every day, how could I not be?” In half a month’s ti, Qinghe’s complexion also seed much healthier; mostly it was because the knots in her heart had been untied, and she felt much more at ease.
Muniang patted Qinghe’s belly, “Hear that? Your mother is doing just fine, so you’re not allowed to throw tantrums, understand?”
Qinghe let out a “pfft” and laughed. “The doctor said it’s only been two months, how can I talk to him already?”
But her mood quickly beca somber again. “This child will grow up without a father. I don’t know if he will bla
for not providing him with a complete family.”
Muniang knew well that Qinghe had also grown up without parents, so she was particularly sensitive about this issue, but still said, “This child will be very lucky in the future. So many of us will dote on him. It’s better without such a worthless father. We’ve agreed, rember? He has to recognize
as his godmother, and I’ll help you take care of him too. I’ve never raised a child before.”
Qinghe smiled and said, “Since you’re so eager to help take care of the child, how could I refuse? Just don’t complain when he gets fussy. And you, since you like children so much, why not have one of your own? Er Liang is so sincere with you, what’s there to be dissatisfied about? Have a child and live a good life.”
Muniang’s face uncontrollably flushed red. “He’s just a child himself, another child? That would an I have to take care of two!”
Qinghe tapped her forehead. “Keep joking. I bet your belly will get there soon.”
“Oh, now you dare to tease , Qinghe? Your bravery is increasing, isn’t it?” Muniang feigned annoyance.
Not afraid at all, Qinghe stuck out her belly. “I’m pregnant now, I’m bigger than you! Wait until you’re pregnant, then co and challenge !”
Muniang made a move to tickle Qinghe, who laughed as she dodged away. They were in the midst of their fun when they saw Li Cheng returning.
“What’s all the laughter about? You seem very happy.” Seeing how much better his sister was doing, Li Cheng felt a sense of joy, and the gloominess from the past few days was completely gone.
“Nothing much. Have you been up to the mountain again?”
“Yeah, I caught a few rabbits and a small deer. I’m not going to sell them this ti. I’ll use them to nourish Qinghe’s body.”
Qinghe frowned. “That’s quite valuable. Forget it, I don’t need that much nourishnt right now. Better to sell them for so money.”
Muniang also said, “Too much nourishnt is not good either. Qinghe’s body has already recovered from the past deficiencies. Taking such strong tonics isn’t good for her. You should sell them instead. Just stew so chicken soup for her regularly.”
Li Cheng, embarrassed, scratched his head. “I don’t really understand these things. If it weren’t for you taking care of Qinghe, I really wouldn’t know what to do.”
Indeed, he was a man and naturally didn’t know how to take care of a pregnant woman.
Muniang then said, “How about Qinghe moves into my place for now? You need to go hunting to make money, and it’s not convenient for her to be alone at ho. She needs soone to help and look after her. There are many people in my family, and my mother is there too.”
Qinghe, however, said, “There’s no need to make such a fuss. I am quite fine being at ho alone. Why bother moving over and troubling you all?”
Muniang laughed. “I’m worried you’ll feel bored and anxious alone. The village is full of gossip right now, and you don’t dare to go out. It’s not good to be cooped up here all the ti, is it? If we live together, it’ll be nice. We can keep each other company.”
Li Cheng supported the idea. “Muniang is right. I’m not at ease with you being alone at ho. It’s better for you to move to Muniang’s place. Having people take care of you there would set my mind at ease, wouldn’t it?”
Naturally, Li Cheng could not join her, a grown man moving in so openly would be cause for idle talk.
Unable to resist the persistence of the two, Qinghe finally nodded in agreent.
Autumn had arrived, and Muniang began to prepare so warm clothes. She also specially purchased several thick quilts. The quilts she had used in previous winters were all thrown away. She truly did not know how she managed to survive the harsh winters with those old quilts.
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