Pastoral little master

Chapter 74 Proposal (1)

Qiduo and Tan Dejin returned home and handed over one hundred wen for selling firewood to Mrs. Zhao.

Mrs. Zhao looked at the string of copper plates in her hand, curled her lips dissatisfied, "You father and daughter have been busy for a whole day to earn this little? Could it be that you have hidden the money in private?"

One hundred cash for a cart of firewood is considered a high price, so she is looking for trouble for nothing when she talks like this.

"Mother, we've traveled a lot, we've worn out our lips before we sold the firewood. Duo and I haven't eaten yet." Tan Dejin said in a naive manner, with a simple and honest expression, and some grievances.

When Mrs. Zhao was about to refute, Mr. Tan glared at her, and then said to Tan Dejin and Qiduo, "Boss, quickly take Qiduo to the kitchen to get some food. I specially asked the second daughter-in-law to leave some food for you."

"Hey, Dad, let's go then." Tan Dejin nodded hurriedly.
When he and Qiduo were about to leave, Mr. Tan added, "After dinner, Boss, come over with the eldest daughter-in-law, and talk to you about something."

"Father, what's the matter?" Tan Dejin was a little nervous when he heard that something was going to be said.

Mr. Tan smiled kindly, "Don't worry, it's a good thing, a happy event, we'll talk about it when we're full."

Tan Dejin happily agreed, and went to the kitchen for dinner with Qiduo.

Qiduo was guessing what grandpa Tan would say about the happy event. Could it be that they wanted to separate the family?
Unlike, if the family were really separated, Mr. Tan would definitely not use the word happy event to describe it.

There were two big bowls of rice and a little green vegetables left at noon, and they were completely cold. Qiduo fried the vegetables and rice together with some oil, and the father and daughter ate them.

"Father, I wonder what grandpa will say to you and mother?" Qiduo couldn't help asking curiously.

"Looking at your grandfather's appearance, it should be a good thing." Tan Dejin whispered.

Qiduo nodded, "I hope, father, eat slowly, I'll go back and call mother."

"Hey." Tan Dejin agreed.

Qiduo trotted back to the backyard.

Liu Lang is playing stones with Da Lang and Qi Lang in the yard, looking very happy.

Xu, Liuju and Erxia are still doing needlework, and the shoe in Erxia's hand is almost finished.

"Duo is back, where is your father?" Xu said with a smile.

"Father is still eating in the kitchen, Mother, Eldest Sister, Second Sister, I'll show you something nice." Qiduo said with a smile, and ran to lock the door.

Then motioned for Mrs. Xu and the others to enter the inner room.

"You child, what good thing is it, so mysterious?" Xu smiled and annoyed.

The mother and daughter entered the inner room, and Qiduo took out the 200 tael silver note from her bosom, and handed it carefully to Mrs. Xu, "Mother, look."

Mrs. Xu took the bank note, looked at it carefully, and suddenly looked surprised.

Qiduo and Yuekelai's cooperation this time, she asked Tan Dejin to keep it a secret for the time being, in order to surprise her family.

Therefore, Xu and the others did not know that there would be an income of 200 taels of silver.

"Duo, where did this come from?" Xu asked, still in shock.

Liuju and Erxia were illiterate, and had never seen a banknote, so they hurriedly asked Qiduo, "Duo, what is this?"

"A silver note of 200 taels." Qiduo lowered her voice and whispered into the ears of her sisters.

"Ah, my mother!" Liuju opened her mouth exaggeratedly, able to swallow an egg.

Erxia was also very surprised, but the astonishment on her face was only fleeting, and she soon calmed down, but she still looked at Qiduo, waiting for her to explain the source of the bank note.

Qiduo whispered the origin of the bank note, and handed the contract to Xu Shi, asking her to help put it away.

Xu's eyes turned red, and tears welled up involuntarily, she quickly turned her back, wiped her eyes with the back of her hand, and hugged Qiduo into her arms.

"Duo, mother and father are useless, but you have to work so hard, mother is proud of you." Xu choked and whispered.

Being praised, Qiduo was a little embarrassed, and said softly, "Mother, don't say that, we are all a family, and it's not hard at all to do something for our family. That's right, mother, grandpa just said that there must be I'm happy to tell you and Dad, hurry up, I have one more thing to discuss with you tonight."

Xu wiped away her tears, nodded, "Yes, I see."

She went to collect the bank notes and the contract.

"Duo, you are really capable." Liuju and Erxia took Qiduo's arm respectively, their eyes were soft and their faces were full of smiles.

"Hee hee." Qiduo grinned happily and said, "I really want to buy something for you, but it's a pity that I can't reveal my wealth now. When we separate, let Dad take us to the county town to have a good time. What do you want to buy? Just buy whatever."

"I don't want anything, as long as my parents are happy." Erxia said softly.

She is not hypocritical, she is sincere.

Liuju pouted, "I want to buy a braided velvet flower, it's so beautiful."

"Pfft." Qi Duo laughed, such a simple request.

Mrs. Xu put away her things, walked over, stroked the hair of the three daughters one by one, and said softly, "You are at home, mother goes to the room."

"Mother, I'll go with you." Qiduo got up, she was worried that her parents were too honest and would be tricked by Mr. Tan and the others.

Liuju also smiled and said, "Mom, I'll go too."

Mrs. Xu didn't stop her, she nodded, "Then let's go together, see what's going on, Xia, will you go?"

As Qiduo expected, Erxia shook her head, "Mother, I won't go, I'll see Liulang, you go."

Mrs. Xu nodded, and took Qiduo and Liuju to the upper room.

In the upper room, besides Mr. and Mrs. Tan and Tan Dejin, there are also Mr. and Mrs. Tan Deyin and Tan Decai.

Mr. Tan originally wanted to chase Qiduo and Liuju away, but after thinking about it, he swallowed his words and said, "I called you here to talk about a happy event, which is Erxia's marriage.

This child is really blessed, this marriage is better than one, and Erxia can marry a good family, our family is happy. "
"Father, is it true? May I ask where the man's family is? Who are the people in the family? How kind?" Xu asked in surprise. This happened so suddenly that she still couldn't believe it was true.

She and Tan Dejin looked at each other with joy and expectation in their eyes.

Ever since Erxia's marriage was maliciously slandered last year, they had been worrying about it. Seeing Mr. Tan's expression and tone now, this marriage should be really good.

They don't have too high expectations, even if they are poor, they are not afraid, as long as the man's family is kind, treats Erxia kindly, and doesn't make her feel wronged by cold words.

Mrs. Xu felt the same about this. If it wasn't for Mrs. Zhao's unreasonable, cynicism, which made her very sad, she and Tan Dejin would be very happy and warm.

Tan Dejin doesn't know sweet words, but he loves her very much. He has never said a harsh word to her in these years, and respects her everywhere, which makes her very moved.

Qiduo and Liuju were very surprised. They didn't expect it to be a happy event.

After the accident, I was happy. The eldest sister finally said goodbye. I hope she can marry a good husband.

The two stared at Mr. Tan with fiery eyes, expecting what he would say next.

"Old woman, tell me." Mr. Tan looked at Mrs. Zhao with a smile.

As long as Mrs. Zhao thinks of the generous dowry and bride price, her heart will be three points sweeter than honey.

She answered Xu with a very rare smile, "Boss daughter-in-law, you should burn incense secretly, otherwise how could Erxia marry such a good family.

The man's family is the only son of the Lin landlord's family in Hulin Town. The Lin family has a big business, and most of Hulin Town is their Lin family's property.Young master Lin is only 21 years old, and he was born with outstanding talents. Erxia married and will be the head of the Lin family in the future. "

As for the dowry and dowry, of course she omitted to mention, these matters have nothing to do with other people.
Mrs. Zhao said to Tan Dejin again, "Boss, you always fight against me on weekdays, but I, a mother, never argue with you. I have found a good marriage for Erxia, and you should be content."

She spoke hilariously and wanted credit.

But Qiduo's family was very puzzled when they were happy. If Mrs. Zhao's words didn't have any water, this is indeed a satisfactory marriage. It's just such a good marriage, why not give it to Tan Guihua.

Although Tan Guihua is a little younger, she can get married in a year or so.

Besides Tan Guihua, there is also Sandao, why did such a good thing happen to Erxia?

It's not that Qiduo's family is a villain, but Zhao's behavior makes them have to think more.

Usually, when something good happens, when will it be their turn, when something good happens suddenly, it is unavoidable to think a little more.

Mrs. Xu suppressed her joy and asked Mrs. Zhao, "Mother, who is the matchmaker who got the hook? Can you trust her words?"

Mrs. Zhao immediately glared at her, "What are you asking, who do you think my old wives are, if you can't trust me, how could you accept this relative at will.

The matchmaker is your second mother's cousin, and they are all relatives. Do you believe what she says?If I had known that you were such ignorant people, you shouldn't have thought about that girl Erxia, you really have no conscience. "

Xu's face turned red.

After hearing Zhao's words, Qiduo became even more suspicious.

The matchmaker is Yang's cousin, and this marriage shouldn't fall on Erxia. Could it be that Yang is a coward who handed over this golden egg to Erxia.

Mrs. Xu held back her anger, smiled, and said, "Mother, it's not that I don't know what to do. It's a matter of Erxia's life. As a mother, of course I need to ask a few more questions. If I don't care about it, my mother and father will definitely die again." Blame me for not being like a mother, even my daughter's marriage is so sloppy."

In a word, Zhao was blocked for a long time without saying a word.

Could she say that a mother shouldn't talk too much about her daughter's marriage?

Mrs. Xu looked at Mrs. Yang and said gently, "Er Niang, there is something I want to ask. Don't be offended. We are both mothers. Which mother doesn't want her daughter to marry a good family? What I don't understand is why you didn't tell Sandao about such a good marriage?"

Qiduo nodded secretly, this was exactly what she wanted to ask, but it was not appropriate for her to say this on this occasion, Xu Shi said it most appropriately.

She also shifted her gaze to Yang Shi, but Yang Shi had no expression on his face.

Yang's slightly dark face showed embarrassment, which seemed a little embarrassing.

When Qiduo didn't understand her embarrassment, she said coldly, "Ma'am, don't use this to embarrass me, and I'm not telling lies. If someone can get three peaches, of course it won't be your turn." Erxia.

In fact, I’m still not convinced. My Santao is no better than Erxia, but my cousin said that Erxia is more beautiful. If it wasn’t for my relatives, I would have turned my face. People are so angry, hmph! "
An angry expression and a sour tone.

With this painful expression, Qiduo and his family couldn't see anything wrong.

Regardless of appearance and character, Sandao is indeed inferior to Erxia, and I think the Lin family fell in love with Erxia because of her beauty.

"That's right, Young Master Lin was so arrogant that he said he must find a peerless beauty as his wife, otherwise he would never marry. Otherwise, she would have married and had children sooner, and there are such good things to take advantage of you." Mrs. Zhao said Say the reason with your mouth.

Master Lin likes beauties?
Qiduo couldn't help frowning, no matter how beautiful her face is, she will grow old one day, the eldest sister is beautiful now, when her face fades one day, will Young Master Lin still like her?

Will he go hunting for beauty again?
Moreover, the sons of rich families tend to have bad roots. From the fact that young master Lin is not a beauty and does not marry, it can be seen that he is a superficial person and a little unreliable.

What's more, I don't know what other bad habits he has besides loving beauties.

After thinking about it for a while, Qiduo's previously excited mood suddenly faded, and she was not optimistic about Young Master Lin, and would rather Erxia marry an ordinary family and live an ordinary and simple life.

Liuju was still young, so she didn't think too far. After hearing what Yang Shi and Zhao Shi said, she raised her chin proudly and whispered, "Hmph, no one is as good-looking as Eldest Sister."

Qiduo smiled at her, then looked at Tan Dejin and Xu Shi, wondering what they think of this matter.

Tan Dejin looked happy, he should be very satisfied with this marriage.

Xu's expression was a little pale, his eyes didn't move, as if he was thinking about something.

Seeing that Qiduo's family suddenly fell silent, Mr. Tan raised his thick eyebrows, and asked in disbelief, "Boss, boss's wife, is it possible that you still don't like this marriage?"

(End of this chapter)