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"Qingxi, just tell me if there's anything!" Grandpa Zhang was happy to hear that Liu Qingxi needed his help.
"Second Grandpa, isn't Zhang Xiu studying in town? How often does he come back?"
"Once every half month. He usually comes back twice. What's up? Do you need him for something?"
"Yes, Second Grandpa. I also want to send Liu Qingyan to school, but it’s not feasible right now. I was wondering if we could have Zhang Xiu help her out a bit when he comes back! Just to teach her some basic characters!"
Liu Qingxi hadn’t thought of this before. She had been planning to send Liu Qingyan to town after the New Year, but she hadn’t found a good opportunity until she casually mentioned it to Grandpa Zhang.
Grandpa Zhang was more than willing to help, but he didn’t know what his great-grandson thought about it.
Liu Qingxi noticed his hesitation: "Second Grandpa, it doesn’t have to be too much. Just some simple characters for enlightenment would be fine. Of course, this shouldn’t interfere with Zhang Xiu's studies."
"Qingxi, Second Grandpa certainly agrees, but we need to wait for Xiu'er to come back and agree himself!" It was rare to find someone willing to help educate the children in the family, and Grandpa Zhang fully supported it.
"Alright, then when Zhang Xiu comes back, we’ll ask him!"
Zhang Old Man waved his hand dismissively: "No need for formalities; we’re neighbors. Haven't you helped us a lot already?"
The two exchanged smiles; indeed, Liu Qingxi had essentially helped them renovate their house for free!
On the road from Ten Li Pu, several men leaving Grandpa Zhang’s house were discussing Liu Qingxi.
"You know, Qingxi can’t earn any money. Asking Second Grandpa’s family for money only covers our wages. What’s the point?" said Zhang Sanyou.
Zhang Dafuku was relatively more honest and understood Liu Qingxi's actions at this moment: "Second Grandpa's family is struggling too; having a scholar has made life difficult for everyone!"
"Fortunately, Zhang Xiu is doing well in his studies. If he becomes a Scholar when he returns, that would be amazing!" Zhang Deli said enviously.
When will their own children be able to study as well?
Beside him, Zhang Dafuku felt a pang of sympathy. "Qingxi, this girl has it tough. How about we..." He suddenly swallowed the words that were on the tip of his tongue.
"What is it? Why are you hesitating?" Zhang Deli asked curiously.
"Nothing, nothing at all. Let's hurry home!" He had originally intended to suggest that everyone forgo their wages this time.
But then he thought again; he couldn't make decisions for everyone. In the end, he would just take a little less money for himself!
The other two didn't think much of it either, but they also decided in their hearts not to take any wages.
On the other side, after discussing with Zhang Old Man, Liu Qingxi couldn't wait to share the good news with Liu Qingyan.
Her steps quickened on the way home, and passersby looked at her bustling figure, secretly wondering what was going on with her today!
Not working alongside Liu Qingxi, Liu Qingyan returned home early after playing around, and after some days of practice, his cooking skills had improved significantly.
Pushing open the door, the yard was quiet, with only some wilting wildflowers left behind.
"Why hasn't Yan come back yet? Is something wrong?"
Unable to withstand her own thoughts, Liu Qingyan pushed the door open and entered.
Her slender frame carried a large bundle of firewood, as if she wanted to bury herself under it!
Liu Qingxi's eyes glistened with unshed tears, secretly resenting why she wasn't the one doing this. Guilt and unwillingness filled her heart. "Didn't Yan say not to let you go up the mountain to chop wood? Why did you go again?"
Due to Wang's family tarnishing their reputation, the siblings rarely went up the mountain with the village children. It was fine when she was around, but if Liu Qingyan went down alone and encountered a wild beast, what would happen?
Liu Qingyan flashed a bright smile, casually wiping away sweat and downing two bowls of cold water. "Sister, I'm not tired at all! You haven't done anything yet!"
"Sister, I found a scholar today. In half a month, you will go and learn from him for a while. First, you will start your studies, and later, I will send you to school!"
"Really?" Liu Qingyan jumped up three feet high. "Oh! Oh! I'm going to learn to read! I'm going to learn to read!" She couldn't hide her smile; every time she entered the town and saw others in beautiful clothes, she wanted them.
"Alright, alright, Yan, stop circling around me. I'm too tired to move!" The Kid spun around Liu Qingxi until she was dizzy!
Laughter echoed into the air, rippling outwards, carrying joy far and wide.
Thirty years in the east, thirty years in the west; one moment surrounded by glory, the next returning to reality.
In a certain courtyard of Wanjia, the maids worked cautiously. One of the older ones was sent to take care of the mistress inside.
The woman lying on the bed was completely unaware. The maid lifted her clothes and applied an excellent healing ointment.
The woman was none other than Liu Qingzhi, who had just married Wandehai.
After being scolded by Madam Wan, she understood that she was like a floating duckweed, without support.
When she fainted earlier, it wasn't just from the pain of her wounds; it was more about her inability to accept everything psychologically.
Although the Liu Family was very poor, Liu Qingzhi had never done any work before; she had been pampered while growing up. This was her first time facing such difficulties, and she fainted from the overwhelming pressure!
She woke up this time due to pain: "Ah!"
Her hands were red from being burned by hot water. The maid applying medicine was startled by her sudden exclamation.
"I'm so sorry! I'm so sorry! I disturbed you, Auntie!" The maid knelt down with a thud and repeatedly bowed her head.
She entered Wan Mansion at the same time as Liu Qingzhi; however, one was an Auntie while the other was just a cleaning maid!
If it weren't for the unbearable circumstances, she wouldn't have been sold and become the lowest-ranking maid in Wan Mansion.
In her eyes, even though Liu Qingzhi looked like a ghost now, she was still her master.
Just waking up, Liu Qingzhi's mind was blank, not knowing what to think. After a moment of daze, she finally got the maid up.
If she still didn't realize at this moment that Madam Wan disliked her, she would truly be foolish!
But coming up with a better solution was indeed a challenge for her simple mind!
She didn't know what kind of ointment Madam Wan had left behind, but her hands, which had originally been as red as carrots, were now smooth as ever, showing no signs of being burned.
At dinner time, Wandehai returned home drunk and immediately came to Liu Qingzhi's side, as if a day apart felt like three autumns!
"Hey, Zhi'er, come here quickly and let me hold you. I've missed you so much!"
Unexpectedly, the woman in front of him changed her expression: "Master, why did you come back now? I've been feeling so miserable!"
Liu Qingzhi threw herself into Wandehai's arms, tears streaming down her face!
Wandehai patted his own plump body: "Don't worry, I'll take care of you!"
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