Farm Tough Girl
Chapter 615 - 615 615 Must Showdown_1

Chapter 615: Chapter 615: Must Showdown_1 Chapter 615: Chapter 615: Must Showdown_1 “The messenger took only two days on the road, they had set off the same day, it must be that in less than half a month’s time they shall arrive. It’s just that I don’t know if Jin’s health is still good. Otherwise, I reckon it might take a few more days. Let’s have someone clean out the east wing room in the backyard over the next few days,” Yu Ze’s mood had greatly brightened.

Muniang took the letter from his hand to look at it, then said, “I would naturally take care of these trivial matters even without your reminder. What is it that you are planning in your mind?”

Yu Ze pondered for a moment before saying, “I already have a plan. This time, no matter what, I am going to hold back Yu Jin.”

“Have you discussed this matter with Yu Jin?”

“Not yet. He always doesn’t want to implicate me. Whatever hardships there are, he would endure them on his own. If he knew I was taking such a big risk this time, he certainly wouldn’t be happy. When he arrives, I’ll talk to him then.”

Muniang said softly, “I have always supported whatever decisions you make. However you want to handle this situation is entirely up to you. Just be cautious in everything. You are taking a risk between the emperor of Qilian Kingdom and the Daqian Dynasty. If you can’t get out of it smoothly, both sides will likely not let you off easily.”

Yu Ze rubbed Muniang’s hair, “You’re also analyzing these things now?”

Muniang muttered, “What can I do? Do I not have to follow my husband?”

Yu Ze smiled, “If you don’t like it then don’t think about it. I’ve got everything under control. Though this action may seem rash, I’ve actually had it planned for a long time. If I dare to do this, naturally I have a foolproof strategy. Don’t worry, I would not jest with my own life or the lives of you and the children.”

Muniang wrapped her arms around Yu Ze’s waist and smiled with a curl of her lips, “Mhm.”

The performance troupe from Mei Garden had now traveled through three touring cities and had already reached the area of Yunnan. Zhong Yulang sent back word that everything was fine. Because Muniang had already come to an agreement with Wu Haoli beforehand, wherever Mei Garden’s performance troupe traveled, Dongxing Building would provide a venue for their tour. The performers were no longer rootless duckweed when abroad; upon each arrival, the shopkeeper of the local Dongxing Building would be informed in advance to prepare their accommodations and also the stage for their performances.

Thus, a lot of time and effort were saved. The performers played their roles along the way and were looked after by supporters, showing no sign of weariness. Instead, it seemed as if they were enjoying a leisurely tour.

Muniang watched the back-and-forth correspondence with a bit of envy in her heart. When she came up with the idea of touring performances, she partly wanted to spread the fame of Mei Garden, but she also wanted to accompany them herself, to experience the different regions. Perhaps in her bones, she was always a wanderer.

However, thinking of her two children who were just ten months old, Muniang’s restlessness settled down. Xiaobai and Xiaohua were both active, always kicking their legs before. Now that they had strength in their legs, they liked to stand up holding onto the edge of their rocking cradle. Though they still couldn’t walk and would fall as soon as they lifted a foot, laughing gleefully after a fall, then getting back up and standing again.

Given that they were falling on a bed with a thick cotton quilt underneath, a few tumbles didn’t matter much. Muniang just let them be.

It had already entered summer, and Muniang had laid down a thick, soft pad on the ground, covered with a bamboo mat, allowing the two little ones to crawl around on the floor. Muniang could spend the entire day at home playing with the children without ever feeling bored.

Muniang sat on the bamboo mat, cradling one child in each arm, and chuckled, “Mommy has given up the chance to go out and play just to stay with you both; when you grow up, you must not scorn Mommy. You have to take me out to play.”

Xiaobai looked confused, not understanding but still giggling happily, while Xiaohua clapped her little hands especially hard. Muniang took that as agreement and felt joy in her heart, “We have a deal then!”

“A deal about what?” Madam Liu came in at some point and asked with a smile.

Muniang placed the children back on the bamboo mat to continue crawling and stood up, leading Madam Liu to the side for tea: “Auntie, how come you have time to visit? Qingya, bring the tea.”

Mired in helplessness, Madam Liu waved her hand, “Don’t even mention it, I don’t know how more upset I could be, I had no choice but to come see you.”

Muniang looked puzzled for a moment, then asked, “Is it about Tianniu?”

“You must also know who her sweetheart is, right? That young man was our family’s tutor for a few months. He’s a sixteen-year-old scholar. When I heard about his status, I was shocked, and I didn’t expect that he was actually your stepfather’s son.”

Muniang laughed and said, “It’s quite a coincidence. I think Zhao Jiangshui is also quite good. If Tianniu likes him, why not just give them your blessing?”

Madam Liu, frustrated, said, “Do you think I want to break up a pair of lovers? I’m anxious about when these two can finally be together. What’s the use of Tianniu being the only one excited? That gentleman has to be interested in her. He’s no longer our tutor because he needs to prepare for this year’s Autumn Examination. He’s starting for the Capital next month, planning to arrive two months early to review and prepare for the exams. Including the travel back and forth, it’s half a year, and waiting three months for the results, he’ll be gone for a whole year! And who knows if he will still remember Tianniu when he comes back? I fear that girl will end up heartbroken if she waits in vain.”

Muniang, puzzled, said, “Has Zhao Jiangshui not made his feelings known to Tianniu?” Muniang originally thought that even if they weren’t in a rush to get married, the two of them at least should have made their feelings clear, pierced through that layer of uncertainty—a confirmation of their relationship. Otherwise, what exactly is Tianniu waiting for?!

Madam Liu said annoyed: “If he had expressed his feelings, wouldn’t Tianniu be overjoyed? That girl has no idea what she’s facing now, she’s completely witless, and I’m worried for her. And she’s stubborn; she keeps saying the gentleman is too busy with his revision and exams to think about anything else, and she naturally shouldn’t disturb him. But it’s no longer about whether she should disturb him or not now. If she spends her life waiting like this, my heart will freeze.”

“That shouldn’t be the case; I should ask Tianniu about it soon.”

“Don’t wait for another day, do it today. She’s always liked you best and she’s willing to open up to you. You must give her some good advice, or perhaps you could ask Zhao Jiangshui what his intentions really are. If he does care for my daughter, even if they can’t get married hastily, he should at least leave her some clear words. Otherwise, on what grounds should my girl foolishly wait for him for a year? It’s not like she can’t marry someone else!”

Muniang frowned and said, “Auntie, don’t worry, I will go and find out what’s really happening with Tianniu. At this point, things must be laid out on the table. If Zhao Jiangshui truly is no good, daring to deceive Tianniu’s feelings, I will be the first to not let him off the hook!”