"Besides, we’re saving money for our own kid, hehe!" Yu Liulang said with a smile.
Yu Liulang has saved over thirty taels of silver over the years and given them all to Feng Xiaohua. They took five taels to arrange a banquet and bought various things.
The remaining twenty taels are all in the hands of Feng Xiaohua.
Feng Xiaohua held the silver, not knowing what to do with it. Without a child yet, even after having one, the family has food and drink, and the real concern should be when the child reaches a few years old.
If it’s a boy, he must be sent to school.
But in the family, one sister-in-law, Mrs. Li, watches Yu Liulang daily, wishing she could skin him and dig out all his secrets.
Instead of keeping it at home where thieves might target it, Feng Xiaohua straightforwardly suggested that Yu Liulang ask Shuangshuang if she needed capital for business ventures.
So that’s how the scene came about.
Mu Shuangshuang felt grateful.
Twenty taels is not a trivial amount. Not to mention whether it can be earned back, if it gets lost, it would all be wasted.
Mu Shuangshuang felt warm inside; at least there are relatives who can comfort her from the distress caused by Old Mrs. Mu’s family.
After lunch, the four went their separate ways, and when everything was arranged, they parted ways. But Mu Shuangshuang did not return home immediately.
She thought of going to Uncle Da Niu’s house to arrange a few things.
Mu Shuangshuang wasn’t joking this time; anyway, Huang Da and Huang Er didn’t have anything serious to do, so if she recruited them to help, even if she wasn’t cooking, her mother wouldn’t be exhausted.
Mu Shuangshuang ordered thirty-six hot pot stoves in one go; after all, banquets can’t do without hot pot stoves.
Mu Shuangshuang also ordered alcohol stoves to be picked up on August 14th.
Mu Shuangshuang recalled learning from history that alcohol, once distilled, can become highly concentrated, so it can burn due to its high concentration.
Even firewood could be saved; the best part about alcohol is that it’s smokeless, but Mu Shuangshuang wouldn’t share this trick with anyone except Fengzi.
These are her secrets for future success, and she won’t tell her family because the Old Mu Family is still like a time bomb.
If they find out, she’ll only stir trouble for herself.
After all the tasks were done, it was already the latest when Mu Shuangshuang and Lu Yuanfeng returned, and the sun had set while they were still on the path two miles away from the village entrance.
"Fengzi, let’s say it’s the first time we’ve watched the sunset together."
Mu Shuangshuang sat cross-legged on Lu Yuanfeng’s wheelbarrow with a happy face.
The sunset only appears when the sun sets in the water; when the dawn rises, the sky gets brighter, and when the sunset appears, the sky gets darker.
"I’ll watch it with you every time!" said Lu Yuanfeng.
"Fengzi, has anyone told you that you’re really good at sweet-talking!" Mu Shuangshuang teased.
But deep down, she was indeed joyful.
Mu Shuangshuang has a thick skin and sees things quite openly.
But in the face of emotions, she’s very passive, not knowing how to like someone.
But Fengzi seemed to be like a guide.
Even though he didn’t understand much, he knew how to respect and care for her.
He is different from other men.
He is worth Mu Shuangshuang staying by his side!
"Shuangshuang, everything I say is heartfelt. I like the feeling of being with you, it’s so relaxing, like all troubles have disappeared," Lu Yuanfeng spoke again.
Mu Shuangshuang tilted her head, feeling sweet inside, like she had eaten honey.
"Then let’s watch many more sunsets together in the future!"
"Yes! I’ll always be by your side," Lu Yuanfeng said with a cheerful smile.
When they arrived at Er Gui Village, the two quickened their pace and just reached Mu Shuangshuang’s house to see Yu Si Niang peeping through the side door.
"Mom, were you waiting for me again?" Mu Shuangshuang shook her head helplessly.
Seeing them, Yu Si Niang finally let go of her hanging heart.
Daughters are different from sons; a son can be wild outside, no problem, but a daughter must be cherished like a treasure.
"Dinner’s ready, and when you guys hadn’t come back yet, I was thinking of looking for you. Did you pick out good things for your sixth uncle today?"
"Yes, everything that needed discussion is sorted. But I’ve calculated, and on the night of August 15th, we’ll have to celebrate at grandma’s house."
After all, with more than ten tables, except for those that must be prepared on the day, Mu Shuangshuang might prepare them the night before or get up early in the morning to do so.
"That’s good; ever since I got married, I haven’t spent Mid-Autumn Festival at my mother’s house. But regarding this matter, your dad has to make the decision. But it’s alright; if he doesn’t agree, I’ll twist his ear."
Yu Si Niang asserted forcefully.
Mu Shuangshuang covered her mouth and giggled, knowing well that her mom always listens to her dad; whatever her dad says is final!
"Mom, let’s quickly eat. After a whole day, I’m hungry!" Mu Shuangshuang said.
Only then did Yu Si Niang rush to the kitchen with urgency, set up the dishes, and called Mu Dashan out.
Recently, Mu Dashan had been taking medicine daily and felt less weak.
Previously, he used to sweat profusely at night and was prone to nightmares. Ever since he started recuperating, those symptoms have disappeared.
So, at the dining table, Mu Dashan mentioned this, and everyone was particularly happy.
"How about I go to work too?" Mu Dashan tentatively asked.
But he faced unanimous opposition.
"Dad, health is the foundation for everything. If you don’t take care of your health and something happens while working, what will the family do?" Mu Shuangshuang advised.
"Exactly, Uncle Dashan, we’re not in a rush. You’ve rested long enough; I’ll help Shuangshuang with the work at home and won’t let her be exhausted."
Lu Yuanfeng looked directly at Mu Dashan, his gaze firm.
"Fengzi, I know you’re good to our family, to Shuangshuang, but I’m a man and can’t always rely on you young ones. I..."
"Who said you rely on the kids? I’m going to earn money with Shuangshuang on August 15th." Yu Si Niang blurted out.
"Then I’d be living off my wife?" Mu Dashan worried aloud.
But Mu Shuangshuang chuckled. This old couple, they pretend to be reasoning, but secretly, aren’t they just flaunting their affection?
"Dad, how could you say you’re living off your wife? Aren’t you making bamboo baskets and straw fans at home? These can be sold to supplement the household and aren’t lacking money."
"Exactly, Daddy is awesome! Little Zhi likes Daddy the best." Little Zhi raised her head and made a heart sign to Mu Dashan.
This is what Mu Shuangshuang taught her, to show love to those you like by making a heart sign.
"Alright, alright, I can’t win against you guys; you all have something to say!" Mu Dashan shook his head helplessly.
Then he added, "Let’s eat. From now on, the last one to finish will wash dishes, clean chopsticks, and tidy up the kitchen!"
After he spoke, everyone grabbed their chopsticks and started gobbling down like a battle. A bowl of sweet potato and wild vegetable rice quickly emptied.