Farm Tough Girl
Chapter 588 - 588 589 Talking Nonsense_1

Chapter 588: Chapter 589 Talking Nonsense_1 Chapter 588: Chapter 589 Talking Nonsense_1 Mr. Zhao was originally a bit hesitant, but now, hearing these words, he immediately brightened up with a smile, “Ah, that is indeed not bad. After all, I am just a rootless man now; it’s all the same wherever I am. Qinghua City isn’t too shabby either—after all, it’s the prefectural city. Doing business here, I might just make more.”

As Mr. Zhao spoke, he laughed naively. Everyone knew what was in his mind, except for the simple-natured Mrs. Lin, who truly believed that Mr. Zhao wanted to stay for the good business in Qinghua City.

Mrs. Lin happily said, “That’s wonderful! If you’re going to settle down in Qinghua City, just let Muniang help you with the preparations. We’ve lived in Qinghua City for over a year now. We’re well-acquainted with the place.”

“Yes, Mr. Zhao, don’t be shy. Just come to me if you need anything. I’m free,” Muniang added with a smile.

“Alright, alright, Muniang really is a good child. Ah, by the way, I heard from your mother that you went out with your husband. How come you’re back alone? I haven’t even seen him,” Mr. Zhao suddenly asked, as if it had just occurred to him.

Mrs. Lin also hurriedly said, “Yes, why didn’t Erliang come back with you?”

“He still has some matters to take care of over there. I couldn’t wait any longer; I missed the children and my mother, so I came back first.”

Then Mr. Zhao smiled, “I see. Well, I won’t disturb you any longer; I don’t want to delay your reunion with the children.”

“What’s that, Mr. Zhao? Where are you staying now? Just ask if you need any help,” Muniang said.

“I’m currently at Tongxi Inn. Don’t worry, if I have anything I need, I won’t hesitate to come by. I won’t keep you any longer, then; I’ll be off.”

After seeing Mr. Zhao off, Mrs. Lin’s face was still brimming with joy, clearly in high spirits, “Your Mr. Zhao used to have a good relationship with your mother too. If not for each family’s mishaps, our families would probably still be old friends now. Alas, the unpredictable nature of life.”

Muniang teased, narrowing her eyes with a smile, “Mother, were you and Mr. Zhao childhood sweethearts? With such a close relationship between the two families, how come nobody arranged a marriage alliance when you were kids?”

Mrs. Lin’s face reddened, and she glared at Muniang, “You child, always talking nonsense! What childhood sweetheart? If there was one, you wouldn’t be here!”

In fact, both families did indeed have the intention of setting an arranged marriage, but the Lin Family was very fond of their daughter and didn’t want to bind her from an early age, so they suggested that the two children interact as they grew up. If they liked each other, they could still arrange a marriage later.

Who would have known that disaster would strike the Zhao Family overnight, changing everything? Zhao Song vanished without a trace, and not even the Lin Family could find him. Later on, Mrs. Lin met Qiao Yuanming, got married, and naturally, they lost touch.

Muniang knew that Mrs. Lin was thin-skinned, so she didn’t press the issue further at this moment. They needed to strike a spark first before she could mention it; otherwise, Mrs. Lin would surely avoid Mr. Zhao from then on. Now that a reliable potential stepfather had appeared, Muniang had to play it cool.

Through their conversation, Muniang could see that Mr. Zhao indeed had a good character. Setting other things aside, the fact that his wife had been dead for three years and he hadn’t considered remarrying, instead, faithfully mourning her for three years, spoke volumes. This level of devotion was hard for other men to match.

How many men would bring in a new wife immediately after their old one died?

Besides, Muniang could tell that Mr. Zhao held special feelings for Mrs. Lin. Such feelings couldn’t be faked. If not for the Zhao Family’s misfortune in the past, Mrs. Lin probably wouldn’t have suffered by marrying into Tupo Village. Instead, the two would have had a happy life together. However, reality didn’t offer any ‘what ifs’, but it might not be too late now—perhaps their fate was just about to begin!

“Now I’m going to see the children. I’ve missed them terribly these days,” Muniang said, and then hurried into the inner room.

Mrs. Lin hurriedly followed, chattering away, “Speaking of which, what business did Erliang have to attend to in Pingyue City? How could you leave your husband alone out there?”

Muniang paused in her steps, thinking it best to tell Mrs. Lin, so she honestly said, “Mother, Yu Ze has found his brother.”

“What?!” Mrs. Lin exclaimed with joy, “That is truly wonderful news.”

“It’s just that he is still recovering from injuries, so Yu Ze is staying with him for now. Please don’t talk about this with others, Mother; his brother’s identity is special, and it shouldn’t be discussed carelessly,” Muniang instructed.

“Of course.”

As soon as Muniang entered the room, she saw the two children lying in the cradle, blowing bubbles in their milk. Muniang picked them up and showered them with kisses, “Mommy’s back, are my treasures happy or not?”

Xiaobai and Xiaohua smiled and gurgled with laughter, showing their gums.

The nanny laughed and said, “As soon as Lady returns, the little master and the young miss are overjoyed. They don’t like to smile as much when I hold them.”

Muniang joyfully said, “Then Mommy will always stay with you from now on, and even when I go out, I will take you with me!”

Mrs. Lin asked, “Aren’t you going to manage your touring performances anymore?”

Holding her child, Muniang bounced them gently before replying, “Everything is ready. From now on, I will perform on the stage at Dongxing Building. I’ve also considered other issues, so I don’t need to worry if we change venues. Zhong Yulang will lead the way.”

“That’s best. I feel so empty when you’re not at home.”

Muniang tentatively brought up, “Mother, what do you think about finding another family? Life is so long, and it’s not good to be alone forever.”

Mrs. Lin’s eyes widened, “What nonsense are you speaking?”

But Muniang simply said, “I’m just asking.”

“I married your father, and for this lifetime, I am your father’s wife. Just having you and the grandchildren is enough for me. Why would I entertain such thoughts?” chided Mrs. Lin.

Only you are committed to us while we live our own lives; it’s so unfair to you, Muniang thought to herself, but she couldn’t voice these thoughts, so she sheepishly fell silent.

She knew Mrs. Lin was a very traditional woman. In the Daqian Dynasty, although women could remarry, they would be subject to gossip, which wasn’t considered honorable. Being loyal to a deceased husband for a lifetime could earn one a memorial arch, but what was the use of such a thing? It couldn’t be eaten or used, so why trade a lifetime of happiness for such an inanimate object?

Muniang couldn’t accept this, especially since Mrs. Lin was only in her thirties. Previously, illness had aged her to appear nearly in her fifties, but in recent years, thanks to Muniang’s care, her health had improved considerably, restoring some of her former beauty. To see such a woman spend her life alone seemed to Muniang a regrettable waste.

But these concerns were probably beyond Mrs. Lin’s comprehension, and Muniang couldn’t bring herself to press further, leaving things to take their natural course.

Muniang hadn’t forgotten her promise to help Mr. Zhao establish roots in Qinghua City, and the very next morning she set out for Tongxi Inn.

Qinghua City was not like a small town, with its complex undercurrents. Muniang’s initial ease in establishing a foothold here was not just because Lord Lu supported her; Yu Ze likely resolved many difficulties for her behind the scenes.