The Lucky Farmgirl
Chapter 642 - 631: I Want to Go Out and Play

Chapter 642: Chapter 631: I Want to Go Out and Play

Zhou Xi had weathered storms and walked through mundane days, having seen the worst of human nature; thus, she was no naive young girl.

Even if she didn’t recognize it at first, after a few encounters she could perceive the contempt beneath the facade of those honest-looking men.

They appeared kind to her, but there was always an underlying attitude of superiority, as if marrying them was her only way out, a blessing cultivated over several lifetimes.

Zhou Xi had always held back her anger, refusing to give in, and gradually, as she earned more money and her complexion grew rosier, Old Zhou and Ms. Qian, despite worrying in private, no longer pressured her to go on matchmaking visits, thus the years slipped by.

Guan Xin was an exception.

Her story was not a secret and could be easily discovered with a little inquiry. When she went with her elder sister-in-law to open a store in the county town, there were always "well-intentioned people" bringing up proposals for her.

So, it was easy for Guan Xin to find out.

And ever since Liu Dalang came knocking on her door and she threatened to chop someone with a kitchen knife, her story had become even more widely known.

Yes, after that incident, her reputation was made clear, shining a light on Liu Dalang’s infertility issue, spoiling his reputation.

But her situation didn’t improve much either. There used to be one or two who hinted at proposals, but after that day, there was no one left.

No longer would an enthusiastic aunt or mother come specially to her door to discuss introducing her to someone...

But Guan Xin began to visit her.

At first, Zhou Xi thought he was either unaware of her past or deliberately teasing her.

But as he visited more and talked more, she realized he truly didn’t mind her past; he even shared her view that the matter was entirely Liu Dalang and his family’s fault, and had nothing to do with her.

He didn’t even think it was wrong for her to have brandished a kitchen knife at her ex-husband, candidly telling her, "I like your spiritedness."

Zhou Xi didn’t consider herself fierce, but still, she couldn’t help feeling gratified, as if warm water was flowing through her heart, comforting and warm.

Then Zhou Xi wanted to get married.

To have a companion, a child, a home of her own, not to depend on her parents and brothers’ homes, not to have to overthink every step she took...

Zhou Xi placed Manbao’s hand on her own belly, her eyes sparkling as she looked at her and asked, "Manbao, do you think elder sister can really have children?"

Manbao blinked and said, "Didn’t Silang say that Brother Guan also has no problems? Then it should be fine."

Zhou Xi’s face flushed.

The last time Zhou SiLang came back, he specifically arranged to meet Guan Xin and took him to a medical hall. She knew about it; Guan Xin was unhappy for two days after coming back from the medical hall, but for some reason, he cheered up on his own after that.

Junior Ms. Qian and her family stayed at home for a day when Ms. Qian said to Zhou Xi, "Your sister has returned. I think you shouldn’t go to the shop for now. Just stay at home and prepare for the wedding."

She told Junior Ms. Qian, "The shop will only open for two more days. We’ll close up and go home by the tenth. Although we haven’t hired many people, there’s still a lot to do at home, and you’ll have to take care of it."

Zhou Xi and Junior Ms. Qian both bowed their heads and complied.

As for Manbao, she went with them to the county town. She didn’t have to do anything; she just ate, drank, and had fun.

Old Zhou and Ms. Qian were lenient with her. Watching her skipping along with Junior Ms.Qian, it took Zhou Xi a while to come back to her senses, "Mother, didn’t you want Manbao to stay at home to keep me company?"

Ms. Qian glanced at Manbao, who was already far away, and couldn’t help but hold her forehead, saying, "Never mind, she can’t sit still anyway. How is the progress on your wedding clothes?"

"They are all done."

"Then make another two outfits. Your sister has brought back quite a bit of fabric, and the colors are bright. I’ll give you my two pieces to add cheer to your marriage. You should wear bright and festive clothes after you are married, so your life can be prosperous and vibrant..."

Zhou Liulang, along with his elder sister-in-law and her two children, went to the county town and picked out a load of things. Seeing Manbao walking light-heartedly without carrying anything, he pointed to the basket of vegetables, "Come help me hold some."

Manbao refused, "It’s troublesome to hold, I’d rather switch with you and carry the load."

"Dream on. With your delicate shoulders, have you ever carried anything like this?" Zhou Liulang asked her, "Is Yizhou City fun?"

"Fun. It’s much livelier than the county town," Manbao gestured and said, "The street we live on, Kangxue Street, is as lively on regular days as the county town during festivals, and when Kangxue Street itself celebrates a festival, it’s as lively as the county town during New Year."

Zhou Liulang’s desire was piqued, and he asked, "What about Kangxue Street during New Year?"

"I don’t know. I haven’t spent New Year on Kangxue Street."

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"But Kangxue Street is just one of many streets in Yizhou City. There are many streets like it, and the main street is called Zhuque Street. That’s even busier and more prosperous," Manbao sighed and said, "During Dragon Boat Festival, because of an encounter with an assassin, the main street was so crowded that people were trampled to death. Our master said that from now on, he won’t allow us to go to overly crowded places."

Zhou Liulang’s mouth hung open in astonishment.

Junior Ms. Qian, not even caring about the basket on her back, grabbed Manbao and inquired, "You weren’t hurt or scared, were you? Why didn’t Silang mention this when he came back?"

"Not at all, not at all," Manbao immediately said, "We were far away and didn’t get hurt one bit."

Manbao soothed Junior Ms. Qian and then asked about the operation of Qian’s Restaurant.

Datou boasted proudly, "Our restaurant is doing very well. It’s packed with customers at every mealtime. If my mother agreed to serve late-night snacks, it would be packed even in the evenings."

Junior Ms. Qian shot him a look and said, "Those coming for late-night snacks would surely drink, and since our family doesn’t make liquor, there’s no need to compete for that business. And with your sister working at the shop, what would it look like with all those drunkards coming and going?"

Zhou Liulang nodded repeatedly, "Drinking easily leads to trouble, and even though we could handle it, it could create conflicts. So, let’s not offer late-night snacks."

Junior Ms. Qian was now very content, "Now the restaurant earns enough money. Who would’ve thought this was possible a few years ago?"

Zhou Liulang said, "I would dare to dream. In the future, I’ll open a shop in Yizhou City. Manbao, Liulang has saved some money. I’ll give it to you later, and you can help me keep it."

Manbao agreed it was no problem, "Liulang, can you really run a restaurant?"

"Why not? Ask your sister-in-law. Haven’t I learned exceptionally well, better even than Daya?"

Junior Ms. Qian laughed with squinted eyes and nodded, "Liulang indeed learned well, and Datou isn’t bad either, much better than your elder brother."

Manbao inquired of Zhou Liulang, "Liulang, have you thought about getting married?"

Zhou Liulang shook his head, "I don’t want to get married yet. I still want to follow you to Yizhou City and other places to see the world. Look at Silang and Fifth Brother, they always want to go back home after getting married, which is so boring."

Junior Ms. Qian smacked his head lightly, "That’s what makes a good man. You’re still young and complaining about learning, you might as well remain a bachelor forever."

Zhou Liulang hummed, "That’s impossible. I have money now, and everyone in the village and on the street knows it. Every time I step outside, someone wants to propose to me. What’s stopping me from finding a wife?"

Junior Ms. Qian pulled Manbao away, not letting her pay him any more attention.

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