Delicious, so delicious!
He had originally thought his sister-in-law’s praise was just a gesture of kindness or a psychological effect.
But after actually tasting it, the rabbit was indeed incredibly delicious.
Moreover, Zhang Xiaoshan felt his spirits lift significantly.
"This mountain can produce creatures like the Red Training Snake King and a giant black tiger, and it can nurture rare cherished medicinal herbs like the Red Blood Ganoderma; it’s definitely not coincidental but because there’s something in these mountains nourishing them."
"I must uncover the secret behind the mountain."
By now, Zhang Xiaoshan had made up his mind.
Yu Xiuxiu noticed Zhang Xiaoshan’s hesitant expression and asked,
"Little Shan, what’s going on?"
Knowing his sister-in-law would never agree to search behind the mountain, Zhang Xiaoshan made up an excuse.
"I was thinking, the game in these mountains is so rich and tasty, if I leased all this land and started a tourism company, the business could be pretty good."
"Giggle, giggle, giggle..."
Yu Xiuxiu immediately laughed at Zhang Xiaoshan’s words.
"You silly boy, do you think it’s so simple to develop a mountain area and start a tourism company? The annual lease for such a large area would cost a lot; how could we possibly afford it? Haven’t you just been made permanent? Now you’ve got a secure job, just live a stable life and stop letting your thoughts wander."
"Once we’re out of here, I’ll find you a new wife..."
At this point, Yu Xiuxiu faltered, her head bowed as she began tearing at a leg of the rabbit.
Clearly, after what had happened the night before, their relationship was no longer as simple as it used to be, and the topic of finding a wife for Zhang Xiaoshan had become quite sensitive.
Zhang Xiaoshan also kept silent.
He had taken advantage of Yu Xiuxiu and needed to adopt a certain attitude or explanation.
But Yu Xiuxiu was not like other women.
Considered as the elder sister-in-law, much like a mother.
His late brother, Zhang Dashan, had been so good to him; even though Zhang Dashan and Yu Xiuxiu had never held a wedding nor had any substantial contact, but...
Zhang Xiaoshan was extremely troubled.
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Zhang Xiaoshan finally spoke up.
"Sister-in-law, perhaps..."
He hesitated about how to speak to Yu Xiuxiu.
He wanted to say, sister-in-law, perhaps I won’t marry, and we can just live together from now on.
This was not only because of the incident that should not have happened that night.
But also because during the many miserable years in the past, the two had depended on each other, and unusual feelings had developed, which were unspoken due to their status. The events of last night could be said to have punctured that barrier between them.
It was very possible that if Zhang Xiaoshan took a clear and firm stance right then, Yu Xiuxiu might disregard gossip and decide to be with Zhang Xiaoshan.
"You, what do you want to say, just say it."
At this moment, Yu Xiuxiu knew what Zhang Xiaoshan was about to say next; she felt a mix of nervousness and anticipation.
Zhang Xiaoshan, his face turning red, was about to say that crucial phrase.
Just at this critical moment, suddenly a low calling noise came from outside.
It sounded like some kind of wild animal was howling.
The two inside the cave were startled, and the harmonious atmosphere was immediately disrupted.
"Little Shan, could it be that a wild animal has come?"
Yu Xiuxiu looked at Zhang Xiaoshan with a hint of fear.
Zhang Xiaoshan was also somewhat uneasy.
"We’ve made a fire; in theory, wild animals shouldn’t dare come here. Don’t be afraid, sister-in-law; it might be just something small passing by. I’ll go out and check."
"Don’t, don’t go out, what if it’s a dangerous beast? I, I’m worried about you."
Yu Xiuxiu’s eyes were filled with concern.
"It shouldn’t be; listen to that sound—it seems to be a cry, a calling, not like it’s hostile. I’d better go out and have a look."
"Then, I’m coming with you." Yu Xiuxiu clutched Zhang Xiaoshan’s arm.
At that moment, they very much resembled a couple.
Zhang Xiaoshan looked at Yu Xiuxiu’s resolute manner and did not refuse; he took Yu Xiuxiu’s hand, and they walked out together.
The moment they stepped out of the cave and saw what was in front of them, Yu Xiuxiu screamed loudly.
Zhang Xiaoshan’s hair stood on end.
"Sister-in-law, get behind me."
Zhang Xiaoshan adopted a defensive posture as if facing a great enemy.