After being jilted, the entire neighboring village was filled with deep regret.

Chapter 117 Wan's Plan

Han stepped forward as if presenting a treasure, saying, "My son-in-law made some food and put it on the boat to sell. You can try it too. Xiaoyu also wanted some thin cotton cloth, and Xiaotai brought it back as well. I just rushed over to give it to her to take a look."

"That's wonderful!" Huang said with delight, quickly putting down the wooden basin and leading them into the house.

As soon as Su Tai entered the room, she noticed that it was much warmer inside than outside, and she even broke out in a light sweat. "Why is it so hot?"

Huang pointed to the window and said, "There's a charcoal brazier burning over there. It must be hot! That way, the adults and children won't get cold. We can also prepare some charcoal braziers when you give birth."

Su Tai glanced at it a few more times and noticed that the charcoal brazier was burning by the window. It had gaps and wasn't a sealed environment. She didn't say anything and sat down next to Su Yu to watch her breastfeed the baby.

"Big Fatty Boy!"

Su Yu tilted her head, amused, and looked at her stomach. "You too!"

"She hasn't given birth yet, so it's hard to say."

Huang said, "What does it matter? A smooth first pregnancy is better than anything else. Your cousin suffered a lot during childbirth this time."

Seeing her confusion, Su Yu smiled wryly and said, "It's not easy to give birth when the child is too big. Luckily, I didn't overeat after that, otherwise it would have been dangerous. You have to learn from my mistake."

Su Tai obediently agreed and opened the fabric she had brought to show her. "This piece is for spring and autumn, and this piece is for summer. See if it's enough. If not, ask my mother for some, or you can ask your brother-in-law to come to my house to get some."

Su Yu touched the fabric, pleasantly surprised, "It's enough! More than enough! Your brother-in-law went to the county town to tell my parents the good news these past two days. We'll discuss it again when he gets back. If it's not enough, we'll come to you to buy some more. You can't refuse to take the money."

Su Tai didn't respond to that, looking at the soft and cuddly baby with a loving smile on her face.

After returning, she kept telling Shen Yi about what she had seen and heard from Su Yu.

After listening, Shen Yi fell into deep thought. "You're giving birth in October, when it will be snowing. Our family definitely needs to prepare a charcoal brazier. But no, a charcoal brazier isn't very safe. What would be a better way to prepare one? Xiao Tai, do you have any good ideas?"

Su Tai stared wide-eyed in disbelief. "Brother Shen, I'm talking to you about a baby, and you're talking to me about a charcoal brazier? Haven't you even considered whether our baby is a boy or a girl?"

Shen Yi smiled and said, "Girls and boys are the same, I like them both. Just like Aunt Huang said, as long as the baby is born smoothly, that's all that matters. Let's think about how to keep the house warm in the winter."

Seeing that the man beside her was completely obsessed, Su Tai sighed and said, "Don't worry about keeping warm. I'll have someone customize a safe charcoal stove. I guarantee there won't be any risks."

Shen Yi then stopped worrying about it.

The two had just returned from Dongmen Village, while Su Sheng had just arrived in the county town.

This was his first time visiting the Bai family mansion in the county town. Looking at the grand gate and courtyard, he felt uneasy. He finally found the side gate that Su Yu had mentioned, but he didn't dare to knock for a long time. It wasn't until it was almost dark that he finally mustered up the courage to knock.

Awang opened the door, looking at Su Sheng with unfamiliar eyes, "What is it?"

Su Sheng nervously gripped the hem of his clothes and said, "I'm looking for Su Chunsen, Su Chuan. I'm Su Chunsen's son-in-law."

Awang looked surprised, then looked at Su Sheng again carefully before stepping aside to let him in. "Chunsen Su is in the stable. I'll go find him. You can go inside and rest for a bit."

Su Sheng was still somewhat incredulous at how easily he had gotten in. Before he could even process what had happened, Su Chunsen arrived with Wan Shi and Su Chuan.

"Why did you come here? Did Xiaoyu give birth?" Madam Wan asked impatiently as soon as she entered the door.

Su Sheng quickly stood up, nodded somewhat awkwardly, and had a simple smile on his face. "Father-in-law, mother-in-law, brother-in-law, Xiaoyu just gave birth to a big, healthy baby boy. The busy farming season has just ended, so she can rest for a few days. I came here as soon as possible to tell you the good news."

"Oh my! May the Bodhisattva protect us, may the Bodhisattva protect us!" Wan clasped her hands together, so excited that she took small, quick steps.

Su Sheng looked at Su Chuan and asked Cui Lan, "Your brother-in-law should be going to be a father soon, right?"

Su Chuan nodded with a smile, his eyes filled with anticipation. "Yes! I'll have to trouble you then."

"No problem, no problem!" Su Sheng didn't know how they could help, but he knew he had to agree to whatever they asked.

Seeing his son's expression, Su Chunsen couldn't help but feel gratified. "That's right. Although Cuilan is a bit domineering and unreasonable, she is still your wife. It's better for you two to live a good life together."

Su Chuan did not explain, but Wan Shi's expression changed.

After thinking for a moment, she looked at Su Sheng and asked, "How long will you be staying this time?"

Su Sheng honestly replied, "I plan to go back tomorrow, and if I'm quick, I can get home before dark."

Madam Wan frowned. "Can't we stay a few more days? The day after tomorrow, Madam Bai is going to the temple to worship Buddha. All of us who serve her will have to go with her. Your father-in-law has to drive the carriage, so he has to go too. The eldest young master and his wife will also have to accompany him. However, your brother-in-law is not busy. He can talk to the eldest young master and take you around the county town. He can also bring back some snacks for Xiaoyu."

There are a few good pastry shops in the county town. When Xiaoyu used to follow the young lady around, she often received some as a treat, but I noticed she was reluctant to eat them. Now that she's not in the county town, she's definitely missing them.

Su Sheng originally wanted to refuse, but upon hearing this, he immediately agreed to stay as Wan Shi suggested.

Su Chuan took him to the inn.

Su Chunsen asked, puzzled, "Why are you keeping your son-in-law here for so many days? Although A-Chuan is free the day after tomorrow, your daughter-in-law is six months pregnant and can't go to the temple with you. Why don't you let A-Chuan accompany your daughter-in-law out for a walk?"

Madam Wan snorted unhappily, "Why are you leaving? She's precious! You can't touch her, you can't hurt her. If she's uncomfortable in any way, she'll blame our son. The eldest young mistress doesn't like me because of what happened last time, and she hasn't given our son a good look either. If there's any more trouble, she'll beat our son to death and sell him off!"

Speaking of this matter, Madam Wan got angry. Last time, she said she was going to confront Cuilan. Anyone with eyes could see who was in the wrong, but the eldest young mistress thought that even when beating a dog, you have to consider its owner. She was convinced that Madam Wan did not respect the eldest young mistress and would give her a hard time every time she went to the main courtyard.

She had tolerated it all before, but this time she was determined to resolve the issue, otherwise her son would have to raise someone else's child!
"It's not that bad!" Su Chunsen tried to persuade him, but he lacked confidence.

Wan snorted in increasing dissatisfaction.

After settling Su Sheng in, Su Chuan secretly went to see Madam Wan. "Mother, what are your plans?"

A ruthless glint flashed in Wan's eyes as she lowered her voice and said, "Cuilan's belly is getting bigger and bigger. If we don't take action soon, it will be troublesome. We can't really let her give birth to a child and gain status through her son!"

"Mother, if we lay a hand on her, the master will definitely not let us off easily!" Su Chuan frowned. He knew how much Madam Bai and Young Master Bai cared about the child in Cuilan's belly. After all, the young mistress had not given birth, Qiuju kept drinking contraceptive soup, and only Cuilan's belly was showing signs of pregnancy.