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Then, continuing, "Oh dear, there's nothing I can do about it. Some people can only cling to the powerful, while others can't even get close. How pitiful."
Wan deliberately shook her head and sighed a few times, her face displaying a proud and self-satisfied expression that left the woman speechless.
The implication was clear: some people could only watch with envy and jealousy. The woman's chest heaved in anger, but she couldn't say anything further.
Who is Liu? After all these years following Liu Qingxi, it was impossible to just stand by and watch her own family suffer such a silent loss. There were harsher words to say, but since the other party was from the same village, she didn't want to make things too ugly.
As for the woman who had just been bitter? Her face alternated between green and white; she regretted what she had said the moment it left her mouth. She couldn't help it; she lost her temper for a moment. But Zhang Wuliang and Liu were present.
Zhang Wuliang was not only the village chief but also someone very close to Liu Qingxi. Offending him could jeopardize her family's livelihood in the future. Liu was responsible for arranging work for the women of Ten Li Pu; wouldn't that mean she would have no opportunities left?
Before she could think of anything else, Liu stepped forward. The woman felt a wave of panic, fearing that her moment of pride would ruin her family's livelihood. What should she do?
She wished she could slap herself for speaking so carelessly.
Suddenly, the woman steeled herself and decided to go all out. Her previously overcast face brightened instantly as she put on a smile. "Sister-in-law, heh heh, I was just joking earlier; please don't take it to heart!"
But her heart trembled. If today's incident caused any irreparable damage, not only would her in-laws give her a hard time when she returned home, but her husband might even hit her.
All she wanted now was to apologize quickly; she'd do anything as long as Liu and Zhang Wuliang didn't hold a grudge.
Little did she know that she was overestimating herself. Liu simply couldn't stand it, but because of this incident and this verbal spat, she wouldn't go so far as to make things difficult for the other party.
However, there would be no good grace shown. To come looking for trouble on such a joyous occasion would warrant at least a good scolding.
Rolling her eyes and letting out a cold snort through her nose, Liu returned to Yang's side. "Fourth Brother, let's hurry up and leave; we shouldn't keep our in-laws waiting."
This was merely an episode; once it passed, it didn't affect the group's mood at all. After all, it wasn't worth exhausting oneself over such people; they were simply jealous and idle.
However, this incident quickly spread throughout Ten Li Pu as gossip over tea and meals, eventually reaching Liu Qingxi's ears. She was very satisfied with how Liu handled the situation—standing up for herself on the spot and not holding grudges afterward.
Before leaving, she entrusted all the woman's work to her, making her the main coordinator among the women.
As for those who had made sour remarks at that time, they would certainly not be reused. Only those with an open mind could walk further with her; those with narrow minds might betray her in the future.
Naturally, this is an afterthought and will not be mentioned again.
At Liu Laowu's home, amidst a burst of laughter, Zhao and the other elders, dressed neatly, went out to greet their guests.
Since both families had already agreed on the marriage of the two children beforehand, the proceedings went smoothly this time; the Matchmaker was merely going through the motions.
"Congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Liu, Madam Zhang, and Fellow Zhang! The young lady is beautiful, and both of them are so capable; they are indeed a perfect match. I wish you both a hundred years of happiness," the Matchmaker said, accustomed to such occasions, showering compliments without reserve. Liu Qingxi listened in a daze.
Afterward, both parties smoothly exchanged wedding invitations, officially setting the engagement.
The atmosphere was very harmonious. As a younger generation member, Liu Qingxi had some reputation but not too much. She noticed the curtain swaying back and forth, indicating that a blossoming young girl was hiding behind it, secretly watching her beloved with nervousness and shyness.
"Parents-in-law, we have prepared the meal; shall we take our seats?" Zhao stood up to invite Yang and others to dine, while Zhang also came to help as a sister-in-law.
On the other side, the men were entertained by Liu Laosi and Liu Laowu.
The meal was divided into two tables, separating men and women. Liu Qingxi naturally took her seat at the table. At this moment, Liu Qinglian, who had been absent until now, also appeared at the dining table.
The young girl wore a pink long skirt, with two strands of hair naturally falling by her ears. Her bright face added a touch of youthful shyness; although she appeared capable, she retained a hint of feminine delicacy.
The elders particularly liked such children. Yang couldn't help but feel increasingly satisfied as her affectionate gaze seemed ready to melt anyone: "My Quan Yong is so fortunate to find such a wonderful daughter-in-law."
Although Zhao felt happy upon hearing this, he couldn't show it too obviously.
Liu Qinglian's face turned as red as if it could bleed due to her two mothers' straightforward discussion.
Noticing the girl's embarrassment, the two women finally stopped their mutual flattery: "Eat up!"
In the following time, both hosts and guests enjoyed themselves. The women did not drink alcohol and ate much faster. After everyone was full, the men had drunk some wine and were lively in conversation.
Not wanting to interrupt them, Liu Qingxi and Liu Qingju, as today's main characters' sisters, naturally followed her to the ladies' room for private conversations.
In Liu Qinglian's room, like that of any young girl, it was decorated with a distinctly feminine touch. Since Zhao and Liu Laowu had only this one precious daughter, they devoted all their resources to her once their conditions improved.
Compared to the other girls in the village, Liu Qinglian's room could be considered luxurious.
A pink canopy hung from the ceiling, perfectly surrounding the large bed, while a dark red wooden vanity, crafted at considerable expense, stood in the corner.
Every time Liu Qingxi entered, she couldn't help but admire Liu Laowu and his wife. They did not treat Liu Qinglian coldly just because she was a girl who would not be able to support them in their old age; instead, they showered her with love.
This was truly admirable.
As a few girls chatted, the topic shifted to Liu Qingxi: "Second Sister, we really don't want to see you go."
This sentiment was shared by both Liu Qinglian and Liu Qingju. Liu Qingxi had taught them so much; there were hardly any girls their age or even boys who could compare to them now.
"Don't worry. Once I settle down in the capital, I will definitely need help. You can all come over then to assist me."
"Really?" The two girls looked at Liu Qingxi with sparkling eyes, filled with anticipation.
"Would I lie to you? Of course it's true! But during this time, you must work hard to improve your skills so that when you reach a bigger place, you won't be looked down upon. Having a specialty is essential for survival."
Liu Qingxi earnestly instructed these two students she had personally guided.
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