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Looking at the meal before her, Xia Muxin felt a turmoil in her heart, an unbearable discomfort. She needed to work hard to earn money, build a big house, and provide a comfortable life for her family.
“Grandfather, Mother is right. We know you have always been reluctant to burden us, which is why you went to Town. After all, if you come back, the Wu Family will surely not tolerate someone living off others. But our family is different now. I have thought of a way to make money. Just look at our household—how many of us are fully capable? We need your help. Come back! At worst, we can add a small Thatched Cottage in the back, set up a bed, and once we earn some money this year, we can build a big house where each of us will have our own room.”
As Xia Muxin spoke, the others nodded in agreement but were soon astonished by the idea of a big house...
“Grandfather, my sister is amazing! In just a few days, she has earned over seventy taels of silver.” At this moment, Songzi quickly chimed in after stuffing some food into his mouth.
Upon hearing about the earnings, Summer Forest sighed and silently lowered his head to eat. Xia Tieshu and Aunt Xia did the same; after all, they had spent the most on their health.
“Seventy taels?” The Summer Old Man was shocked. In this village, his income was considered high, yet he only made a little over ten taels in a year. To hear that Xia Muxin had earned so much in just a few days—especially being such a young girl—was astonishing.
“Yes, Father. But our health has burdened this child. She has such filial piety; she insists on going to Town to find doctors and get medicine for us. This month alone has cost dozens of taels,” Summer Forest said with a hint of embarrassment on his face. As a grown man relying on his teenage daughter to support the family weighed heavily on him.
“Grandfather, Father, Mother, Brother, we are all family and should support each other harmoniously. Besides, your recovery would be my greatest blessing. With more helping hands at home, it’s better than hiring outsiders. Moreover, what we are making is food for consumption; we can't trust outsiders with that. And remember, I earn money for our family. If I can treat my own family but choose not to, what kind of person would I be? If either Songzi or I fell ill, wouldn’t you all do everything possible to help us?”
“Of course! Even if my leg isn’t treated right away, I’d prioritize treating you!” After Xia Muxin said all this, Xia Tieshu suddenly spoke up excitedly but then felt awkward for getting carried away.
“See? That’s settled then! So let’s not think about anything else right now—let’s fill our stomachs and get a good night’s sleep. Tomorrow will bring more work.”
“Muxin, did you cook this dish? Why does it taste so good?” After Xia Muxin finished speaking, everyone shared a silent understanding and continued enjoying the delicious meal. However, Summer Old Man couldn’t help but ask again as they ate.
"Hehe, my lord, this is the simplest way to do it. Once we have better conditions in the future, Xia Muxin will cook delicious meals for you every day. I guarantee that after you taste them, you won't want to leave Xia Muxin."
Xia Muxin was quite confident in her culinary skills; she was proficient in all aspects of cooking. Moreover, what she said was true—under the current simple conditions, she couldn't fully showcase her talents.
After dinner, Summer Old Man indeed decided to stay the night. He slept soundly, and as soon as dawn broke, Xia Muxin got up and removed the wood ash from the stove.
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