The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 127 You’re Really Bad_1

Chapter 127: Chapter 127 You’re Really Bad_1

He Tiantian knew that Niu Dajun would refuse, and she had already thought of reasons to persuade him.

"Brother Dajun, I was allocated twenty pounds of pork, and Grandma Qi and I can’t eat that much, so I cut two small pieces, each probably weighing about three pounds. One is for you and one is for Sister Lili. Not to mention anything else, but you’ve ridden your bike to give me a lift several times, for tens of miles—that’s exhausting. And you’ve been running around for my sake. Sister Lili too, whenever I go there, I don’t even have to pay for meals, and I remember it all. If you don’t take the pork I’m offering, how can I have the nerve to ask for your help in the future?" He Tiantian said earnestly, believing that reciprocity enhances closeness in relationships.

If one merely accepts help without giving anything in return, such relationships won’t last, and moreover, He Tiantian would feel uncomfortable.

Liang Hongyu smiled and said, "Dajun, take the pork, don’t refuse. If you don’t accept it, Girl Tian won’t be happy. If you feel bad about it, just take extra care of Girl Tian in the future. When it comes to sending letters, picking up parcels, or if you’re asked to bring something from the county town, just be more proactive."

"This..." Niu Dajun was conflicted and unsure of what to do.

"Brother Dajun, take it since Sister Tiantian is offering it to you, and you have to give one to Sister Lili too," Qi Xiaoyan said, willing to put in a good word since Sister Tiantian wanted to forge a bond with Brother Dajun and Sister Lili.

Secretary Qi patted Niu Dajun on the shoulder and said, "If it’s given to you, then accept it. We’re all friends here, and relationships are built through interactions. You and Lili have been good to Girl Tian, and she knows it. When she has something good, naturally she thinks of giving some to you. If you refuse, Girl Tian really won’t feel comfortable, thinking you’re being too distant."

"Yes, yes!" He Tiantian nodded repeatedly, remembering past events that made her realize Niu Dajun wasn’t without significant backing.

That Niu Peng was Niu Dajun’s uncle.

In other places, perhaps it wouldn’t be considered a high-ranking position, but in Taoyuan County, that was a big official.

As the saying goes, ’A local official is better than the current one’; it’s always beneficial to have good relations.

"Alright, I’ll take it." Niu Dajun agreed and stopped refusing.

Seeing that Niu Dajun had accepted the gifts, He Tiantian began whispering with Qi Xiaoyan in the room.

"Did Brother Dajun say anything?" He Tiantian asked, noticing how now Niu Dajun always glanced at Qi Xiaoyan before speaking, which indicated that he probably had feelings for her as well.

Qi Xiaoyan shook her head and said, "He didn’t say anything! He just talked to my parents, not to me."

"Don’t rush it, you’re still young," He Tiantian consoled, aware that Qi Xiaoyan was beginning to harbor feelings for Niu Dajun.

Niu Dajun obviously had a liking for Qi Xiaoyan, but why didn’t he dare to confess?

"But you said before that Brother Dajun isn’t young anymore..." Qi Xiaoyan said in a low voice, pointing out He Tiantian’s inconsistency.

"Hehe!" He Tiantian laughed sheepishly, also remembering how she had teased Qi Xiaoyan earlier, "I was just trying to comfort you! Tell me the truth, do you have a crush on Niu Dajun?"

These two were so slow, He Tiantian felt impatient—like the proverbial eunuch who is more anxious than the emperor himself!

The young man is affectionate, and the young woman is interested!

The two families were old acquaintances, knew each other well, and were a good match in terms of social status. That was much better than the unworthy and heartless Li Mingkai.

Upon hearing this, Qi Xiaoyan’s face flushed again, and she was too embarrassed to speak, lowering her head.

"Ah, this is killing me," He Tiantian scratched her head, "I’m more anxious than the emperor’s eunuch. I’m getting so worked up over this. If you have feelings for Niu Dajun, for the happiness of a good friend, I’ll put my old face on the line and take the opportunity to sound Brother Dajun out for you. If you’re not interested, then I know nothing and will never ask again."

Encouraged by He Tiantian, Qi Xiaoyan finally mustered up the courage to raise her head and said, "I... I have a good feeling for Brother Dajun!"

"You’re not old, but are you sure it’s romantic affection and not brotherly affection?" He Tiantian asked again, prompting Qi Xiaoyan to be even more certain of her feelings.

In this way, even if Li Mingkai looked like a blooming flower, he couldn’t stir Qi Xiaoyan’s heart anymore.

Qi Xiaoyan’s lips quivered as she said, "I... I’m sure. Besides, I’m not that young anymore; I’m only two months younger than you. You already have a lover, so how could I not understand?"

He Tiantian was put in an awkward situation by Qi Xiaoyan. She... She, of course, was different from Qi Xiaoyan!

"So do you want me to find out what Brother Dajun thinks for you?" He Tiantian asked with a teasing smile, this little girl, she had managed to put her in a spot, so she’d give Qi Xiaoyan a taste of her own medicine.

Indeed, Qi Xiaoyan felt embarrassed, pulling on He Tiantian’s arm and swinging it back and forth, coquettishly saying, "Sister Tiantian..."

He Tiantian, feeling dizzy from the shaking, pleaded for mercy, "Alright, I’ll help you this once, play the little matchmaker."

"Okay, but you mustn’t let on that I like Brother Dajun," Qi Xiaoyan stood by her pride, she wouldn’t cling to him if Niu Dajun didn’t have the same feelings for her.

"How could I not know that, me being so clever!" He Tiantian said, "You can be absolutely sure, I will just find out if he likes you. Then, I’ll hint to him that our Xiao Yan is a good girl. Having a daughter is indeed a blessing. If he’s too slow to act, he might just miss out. This way, if he really likes you, he will naturally confess to you. Then, you just coyly accept, and it’s a done deal."

"Tease..." Qi Xiaoyan protested coquettishly, hitting He Tiantian’s arm.

Listening to Qi Xiaoyan’s soft voice, He Tiantian rolled her eyes repeatedly and said, "Women really are creatures who say one thing and mean another. You’re clearly so happy inside, yet you say you’re annoyed."

"Sister Tiantian, you’re really too naughty," Qi Xiaoyan stamped her foot, almost wanting to find a hole to crawl into after being teased by He Tiantian.

Knowing that Qi Xiaoyan was shy, He Tiantian knew she couldn’t tease her further or the girl would indeed become furiously embarrassed.

"Oh right, I forgot to ask you an important question, and you have to answer me seriously." He Tiantian said in a serious tone, successfully distracting Qi Xiaoyan’s attention.

He Tiantian suddenly realized she had indeed become quite mischievous, and Qi Xiaoyan was not wrong about that.

"What question? We’re such good friends, if you ask, of course, I’ll answer," Qi Xiaoyan replied seriously, waiting for He Tiantian’s question.

"We’ve been talking here about how to test Brother Dajun’s intentions, but I forgot to ask you if Secretary Qi and Aunt Liang would agree to you two being together?" He Tiantian feigned a frown as she spoke, though she could guess the answer.

When Qi Xiaoyan heard the question, she responded confidently, "My parents both like Brother Dajun very much, and my second brother is his sworn brother. As long as we both agree, my parents will too."