Transmigration: A Farm Girl’s Brocade
Chapter 488 - 258: Return It_2

Chapter 488: Chapter 258: Return It_2

Qian Sangui further said, "The funds for building the ancestral hall shall be provided by the three branches of our family. Every year thereafter, our three branches will contribute one hundred taels of silver for ceremonies and to assist the impoverished nephews and nieces of the Qian family. This money will be kept by the eldest brother, and the second brother will keep the accounts. If a descendant of the Qian family is awarded the title of Scholar or if they pass the examination to become a Graduate, the expenses will also be covered by our family. However, if any descendant of the Qian family dares to use our family’s influence in Manjiang to bully the people, accept bribes, or engage in illegal activities, I will have the authority to expel them from the clan."

Old Master Qian was naturally willing and repeatedly said, "That’s proper, that’s proper."

Qian Sangui then sent for the leading members of the first and second branches, as well as Qian Liang and his son, to discuss matters regarding the construction of the ancestral hall.

It was time for dinner, and Cheng Yue and her children were entering the main courtyard when they met Qian Manxia who was headed to the inner yard. Qian Manxia said with a smile, "Go back, we’re all going to my sister-in-law’s place for dinner. My father and grandfather, as well as my uncle, are discussing something."

It was only then that Qian Yeejin and Yixiu learned that Wang Shoushi’s family was actually eyeing Yixiu, and both were infuriated, especially Qian Yeejin, who was so angry that his face turned red. He cursed, "That vile and coarse family dares to covet my sister, who is like a fairy, pah, it’s simply wishful thinking!" He continued, "Most of our family’s wealth was earned by my sister, Grandfather’s words were not appropriate. Later, when it comes time for my sister’s dowry, give her the portion of the inheritance that would have been mine, I will earn it myself."

Having said that, he even cast a flattering glance at Yixiu.

Yixiu had little patience for Old man Qian. Since the beginning of the year, when more families had started to propose marriage to her, he had constantly warned Grandfather Sangui, mentioning that the wealth of the Qian family should remain within the family, so that Jinwa and Ming Wa could have a better future, fearing that Grandfather Sangui would give her an excessive dowry. His main reason for wanting to marry into Old Wang’s family was because he believed that the Wongs, being wealthy, would not demand a large dowry.

Old man Qian was annoying, but Old Wang’s family was even more disgusting. Yixiu was so angry that she ate half a bowl less at dinner.

That night, after Old man Qian, Uncle Wan, and others had left, Yixiu went to the main courtyard.

Qian Sangui was a bit tired, leaning against the pillow on the reclining bed. He had started wearing a thin camisole a few days ago, and the dim candlelight gave his pale face some color. His thinning hair and the three streaks of goat-like beard had turned completely white. He was only forty-five years old, the same age as the handsome grandfather, but he looked as if he was twenty years older.

Seeing his granddaughter coming to see him, he knew it was about Old man Qian’s affair. He sat up and chuckled, waving her over, "Come, sit beside Grandfather. Ever since you got younger brothers and sisters, it’s been a long time since you’ve been affectionate with Grandfather."

Yixiu felt a slight ache in her nose, walked over, and sat beside Grandfather Sangui, embracing one of his arms and leaning her head on his shoulder.

Qian Sangui patted her hand with his other hand and said with a smile, "Has Yixiu heard about it all?"

Yixiu nodded and grunted in acknowledgment.

Qian Sangui added, "What your great-grandfather did was wrong, Yixiu, don’t take it to heart. He’s of advanced years, we won’t lower ourselves to his level; besides, Grandfather won’t listen to him anyway."

Yixiu nodded again and grunted in acknowledgment.

Qian Sangui patted her hand, still smiling, "Grandfather knew it, Yixiu is the most well-behaved, most well-behaved girl."

"But what about Old Wang’s family? They are truly disgusting," said Yixiu, morosely.

Qian Sangui had originally planned to settle scores with Wang Shoushi after finalizing matters with Brother of Wu, but this time they had crossed the line by daring to set their sights on his granddaughter, that was simply too much. Qian Sangui had already had someone thoroughly investigate Wang Shoushi’s family. The grandson of Wang Shoushi was a spoiled wastrel, who had attempted to force himself upon girls several times and had been reported to the County Government Office, only for his father to bribe his way out of the situation. This year, the scoundrel had just turned sixteen and already had several concubines.

Such a rascal dared to covet his granddaughter!

But due to Jinwa’s involvement, dealing with Old Wang’s family couldn’t be too high-profile. Originally, Wan Erniu had repeatedly advised him to act with discretion and not attract too much attention to his family.

Thus, dealing with them had to be done covertly.

Qian Sangui said, "Rest assured, Yixiu, Grandfather will definitely have someone take care of them. As for how exactly they will be dealt with, you, a young girl, should not inquire, so as not to sully your ears."

Upon hearing that, Yixiu then pursed her lips and smiled.

The location selected for the Qian Family ancestral hall was on a piece of wasteland between Huaxi Village and Darong Village, where two acres of land had been bought. Qian Sangui contributed fifty taels of silver, with Qian Dagui and Qian Ergui responsible for the construction. They were also planning to send someone to the Qian family’s ancestral home in Xiangxi to continue the Qian family’s genealogy once the hall was completed.

Entering October, the House of Animals still had not returned, and both White Wolf and Dashan were worried. That morning, they too ventured into the mountains. Yixiu knew that they must be searching for Monkey Brother and his companions.

At this point, not only was Yixiu anxious, but everyone in the Qian family was as well, hoping every day they would return safely. Even Cheng Yue would often mutter, "Why haven’t Monkey Sister and the others come back yet? I miss them so much."

On rainy days, in particular, the worry was much harder to bear. Although they knew that animals with fur were not like humans who are susceptible to the weather, such conditions just made people uneasy.

That evening, as the Qian family was dining, Old man Cai brought in a tall, dark man. This man was dark and robust, dressed in military attire, with a long scar on his face, but there was also a sense of familiarity.

With a broad smile, the dark man cupped his fist and called out, "Master Qian, Madam Qian, the eldest young mistress, young masters, young mistresses."

The crowd then realized that this imposing man was actually Hua Qiang, who had changed so much.

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