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"Fellow villagers, today is a joyous occasion for my elder brother and for our Jiang family."

Folks, eat and drink to your heart's content!

Tao'er's words made everyone forget about what had just happened with Grandpa Liu.

The banquet ended at three-quarters past noon.

The neighbors and villagers helped clean up the dishes, chopsticks, tables, and chairs, and then everyone went home.

My second uncle and the others have also gone back, and they are still living in thatched huts.

However, it looks pretty good after being tidied up.

Tao'er originally wanted to lend them money to build a house, but her second uncle and his wife firmly refused, saying that they would save money to build the house themselves.

Tao'er then stopped pressuring them.

The lively banquet finally quieted down.

Tao'er's family finally had a chance to sit down and catch their breath.

The bride, Lin Baozhu, also came out of the bridal chamber, having changed into a lotus-colored casual dress and with her hair styled in a traditional Chinese updo.

His features were indeed well-proportioned and handsome, with a sharp and decisive air about him.

"Mother, you rest, I'll do it." Lin Baozhu's voice was soft but firm as she deftly stacked the bowls and plates.

Zhang Su'e stopped her, "Nonsense, how can a new bride do chores on her first day in the family?"

Mother isn't some nagging, wicked mother-in-law.

You don't need to do any work for the next three days; that's our family rule.

"Thank you, Mother. Your daughter-in-law will listen to you."

Lin Baozhu was very happy; her mother-in-law, Zhang, was a very good person.

Tao'er sized up this woman and nodded inwardly.

My brother has excellent taste.

In the afternoon, everyone went back to their rooms and slept for half an hour.

The family sat down together for a simple dinner in the evening. Dad was in a good mood today and drank a couple more cups of osmanthus wine, so he became more talkative.

He patted his older brother on the shoulder: "Tiezhu, now that you're married, you're an adult. From now on, you must treat Baozhu well, understand?"

The older brother nodded, his face flushed.

"I understand, Mother."

"Baozhu, if this brat dares to bully you again, just tell your mother, and I'll deal with him."

"Mother, how could I bully my wife!"

I cherish her so much!

Liu Tiezhu scratched the back of his head and glanced at his new wife sheepishly.

"Baozhu, this is your second brother Liu Tiechui, and this is his future wife, Qingge."

This is my younger sister, the youngest daughter in our family.

The two children are Ayan and Huanhuan. Ayan is Professor Xu's student, and Huanhuan is Professor Xu's granddaughter.

Lin Baozhu called out to each family member in turn, thus getting to know them all.

In fact, Lin Baozhu had met everyone except Qingge and Tao'er.

Tao'er could tell that her sister-in-law was still a little reserved.

So he said, "Sister-in-law, it's getting late. You and your brother should get some rest."

Tonight is your wedding night, don't miss this auspicious occasion!

There's hot water in the kitchen; you can wash up there.

"Thank you, little sister, I understand."

Lin Baozhu went to the kitchen with a blush on her face.

The moon rose above the willow branches, and only the crickets chirped intermittently in the courtyard.

Tao'er noticed that her sister-in-law hadn't returned yet and was worried that she might have gotten lost.

He went to the kitchen and saw his sister-in-law, Lin Baozhu, squatting at the kitchen door, teasing the little tabby cat that often nestled in front of the stove with grass leaves.

The cat lazily rolled over, her lips curving into a smile, showing none of the restraint one would expect from a bride.

"Sister-in-law, you like cats too?"

Tao'er squatted down beside her and asked with a smile.

Lin Baozhu smiled and nodded, her restraint lessening somewhat. "Yes, I like it. We used to have one at home, but I don't know where it went."

"Oh, I see. Then you can take care of this one from now on!"

Let's not tell her today that we have a white tiger cub at home!

So as not to frighten her!

"Really?

Thank you, little sister!

I'll give this cat a thorough bath tomorrow.

Tao'er was taken aback for a moment, then smiled.

This woman is a straightforward and honest person.

As the two were talking, Liu Tiezhu's simple voice suddenly came from inside the house: "Baozhu?"

Baozhu, what are you doing?

I thought you were lost since you hadn't been back for so long.

Before he finished speaking, the person lifted the curtain and came out. Liu Tiezhu was still holding a palm-leaf fan in his hand, and he clumsily approached Lin Baozhu.

"There are a lot of mosquitoes here, you two shouldn't chat for too long!"

I……

I'll go inside and wait for you!

Lin Baozhu chuckled and nudged him with her elbow: "Go away, go away. I'm having a private chat with my little sister. What are you doing getting involved, you big man?"

Liu Tiezhu chuckled, not annoyed at all, stuffed the palm-leaf fan into her hand, and turned back into the house.

Tao'er saw this and realized that her older brother, who was usually so reserved, could actually be caring.

"Sister-in-law, from now on, treat this place as your own home."

Tao'er said softly, "My mother has a gentle nature, but she is the most sincere to others!"

My father was also an honest and simple farmer.

My older brother is thoughtful and considerate, and he knows how to take care of people the most!

The second brother may seem reckless, but he's actually the most protective of his own.

As for Ayan and Huanhuan...

"They are all good children!" She paused, "Mr. and Mrs. Xu, who live in the house, are guests of the house, and they are also the tutors I hired for Ayan."

I'll cover all their expenses!

It won't affect you and your older brother.

Tao'er felt that it was better to clarify some things in advance.

Lin Baozhu held her hand, her palm warm and rough, calloused from years of hard work: "Little sister, I am so glad that I was able to marry into your family and become one of you."

Don't worry, I won't interfere with what you do after I marry into this family.

I understand that without you, this family wouldn't have the good life we ​​have today.

From now on, I will work together with you to make our lives better and better!

I will also be good to my parents and take good care of them.

I will definitely treat Ayan and Huanhuan as my own younger brother and sister.

"Mr. Xu and the others are distinguished guests you invited, so I certainly won't disturb them."

Tao'er thought that this sister-in-law was a good person, a very insightful person.

"Sister-in-law, Xiuxiu and Shiliu, who live in our house, are my second uncle's daughters. They are staying with us temporarily."

They won't live here anymore once they build their own house.

However, they still managed to get through the daytime, because they were doing embroidery during the day.

You can join us if you'd like.

When I make money, I'll split it 30/70 like them, and I won't say how much I'll get paid.

If you don't want to, then pretend I didn't say anything.

Tao'er also wanted to work with her sister-in-law.

"Little sister, I'm willing. I can embroider at home, making things like handkerchiefs and purses."

Lin Baozhu couldn't be happier!

Her parents had already inquired about her and said that her sister-in-law was incredibly good at making money.

My mother-in-law's family is living such a good life today thanks to my sister-in-law's efforts.

Otherwise, my mother-in-law and the others would still be suffering at the Liu family's old house!

So her parents told her to get along well with her sister-in-law, and that she would definitely have a good life in the future.

"Sister-in-law, since you're willing, then join us! But don't rush, you're newly married, take a few more days to rest."

I'll have Xiuxiu and the others teach you in three days!

The embroidery here is different from the embroidery you usually see.

Tao'er was thinking about her two cousins, her sister-in-law, and Qingge, which made four people in total.

More goods can be delivered in the future.