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"Go back and tell your brother to bring Pei Xian to our village for a visit," Qi Yuan said. Although he was wealthy, he didn't carry himself like a rich man at all.
"Alright, but the planting has to wait until tomorrow," Pei Qingxuan replied, not expecting that he would one day become a teacher.
During the busy farming season, he taught the children, and anyone who had the time could come to listen to his lessons. In the slack season, many adults also came to learn how to read. Many young women were drawn to him for his refined appearance and knowledge.
One morning, a matchmaker came knocking at the door. "Pei Xian, Wang Po is here. Come out and meet her," Zeng Yulan called out from the courtyard, her tone light with a hint of laughter.
"Let her go; I don't want to," he muttered under his breath. It was particularly frustrating that it was Zeng Yulan who came to summon him; he felt quite annoyed.
He had hinted to Zeng Yulan countless times, both openly and subtly, but she seemed as oblivious as a naive girl, not picking up on any of it. It was clear she was much more astute than she let on.
During class that day, in front of everyone in the village, Pei Qingxuan declared, "Stop sending matchmakers my way; I already have someone in my heart." The young women exchanged glances, wondering who the lucky girl might be.
He didn't elaborate further and continued with the lesson, treating everyone equally with his gaze.
Suddenly, one day in Jing Xiao Mountain Village, the sound of drums and gongs filled the air as a group of officers and yard officers arrived in a horse-drawn carriage.
Lou Zhixian was escorted around the school to take a look. Lin Qiujiu arrived breathless at the Qi family home, while Yu Chunmiao's belly had grown so large that she could hardly move without Qi Chong's support.
"Village chief!" A familiar voice called out. Qi Chong looked over at her without any sign of impatience. As family disputes became less frequent and everyone had money now, no one wanted to ruin relationships over trivial matters.
"The county officials have come; do you want to go take a look?" Lin Qiujiu said, always eager for firsthand information.
Qi Chong helped Yu Chunmiao back inside to rest but was preparing to leave himself.
"Wait!" Yu Chunmiao called out shakily. "Husband, my belly hurts; I think it's time. Quickly go call Shi Shushu!"
Qi Chong shouted from the courtyard, "Mother! Yu Chunmiao is about to give birth!"
The whole family had gathered, and Wu Shengnan, with her large belly, was breathing heavily, more nervous than anyone else. Qi Chong ran towards Village East, while Lin Qiujiu chased after him, shouting, "What about that county?"
As Qi Chong ran, he yelled back, "Tell Wu Dayong to come with you; I don’t have time!"
The delivery went smoothly, but Qi Chong was still drenched in sweat from anxiety. He followed Yu Chunmiao's advice and stayed in the delivery room the entire time. Watching the woman in pain, he decided that no matter if it was a boy or a girl, he would never let her go through this again.
When Qi Rong returned in November, it was time for the full moon celebration. He sat in the uncle's seat at the banquet table. Qi Chong had invited everyone from the village to share in the joy, and Qi Chang arrived as well, carrying gifts. Qi Chong invited him to sit in the uncle's seat too.
How could there be no wine? Thinking of the good wine stored in the cabinet, Qi Chong brought it out and poured a bowl for everyone in the family. Pei Qingxuan caught a whiff of the aroma and also asked for a bowl. It was tiger bone wine, and no one knew what it was.
That night, when Zeng Yulan was pulled into Pei Qingxuan's room, he reeked of alcohol. He pushed her against the wall, his heated gaze making Zeng Yulan's heart race with understanding.
If they were to have fun, getting married was out of the question.
Zeng Yulan left Pei Qingxuan's room quietly in the middle of the night and tiptoed back to her own room. That scoundrel was quite enjoyable after all.
(End of book)
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