The peasant girl has a private space, and her husband is handsome.

Qin saw so much money with her own eyes and heard Su Qianqian explain how she earned it.

It turns out that all of this was earned by Qian Yatou. She had been wondering how her sister-in-law and her husband, who were such dull-witted people, could possibly have such a talent for making money.

Qin was very happy for her sister-in-law's family. After suffering for so many years, they had finally seen the light at the end of the tunnel.

"A-Mian, we can't take this money. Ping An is already over twenty years old and still hasn't found a wife. We should keep this money to help Ping An find a wife and also to prepare some dowry for Qian Yatou."

Qin refused very firmly.

Gu Huai was unwilling to accept the money. His sister's family had finally overcome their hardships, and he couldn't bear to take so much money from her all at once.

Gu tried to persuade him for the time it takes for an incense stick to burn, but she couldn't convince him otherwise.

Su Qianqian could only advise, "Aunt, why don't you treat it as a loan from my family, and pay us back when you make money in the future? Or you can treat it as an investment from my family to open a restaurant."

Only after being told it was a loan did Madam Qin reluctantly accept the money.

Gu Huai was very pleased. His sister and brother-in-law were both the kind of fools who wouldn't fight back even when they were beaten, and even his eldest nephew Ping An was a man of few words. But this niece was capable of standing on her own, neither humble nor arrogant.

It seems I no longer have to worry about my sister's family being bullied.

"Aunt, where does my cousin work? We should redeem her as soon as possible." Su Qianqian hoped that the family her cousin worked for was a generous one.

Qin also wanted to redeem her daughter as soon as possible. "Your cousin was originally sold into servitude to the Yang family, the previous county magistrate. Officials are transferred every three years. When the Yang family left, they gave your cousin's indenture to the Tang family, which is now the Tang family, the county magistrate."

When Gu heard that it was the Tang family, she thought about the inexplicable conflict with the Tang family today and felt that Miss Tang was not well-mannered. She thought that Gu Ying's days in the Tang family must be quite difficult.

"Sister-in-law, we've had contact with the Tang family, and they're not good people. Let's take the money and bring Yingzi back as soon as possible."

Having lived in the county town for a long time, Qin naturally knew that the Tang family had a bad reputation. Several times when Gu Ying returned home to visit her family, her face was covered in bruises, indicating that she had been beaten.

Gu Huai nodded, "I'll get the money and go pick up Yingzi so she can meet you."

He carefully placed the money bag close to his body; it had been many years since he had handled so much money, and he was quite nervous.

"Sisters, please stay for dinner tonight."

After Gu Huai finished speaking, he took his son and headed to the Tang family's house.

Less than half an hour later, Gu Huai and his companion returned, looking dejected.

Su Qianqian could tell from their expressions that things weren't going well, and she wanted to ask what was wrong so she could find a solution.

"Uncle, why didn't my cousin come back with you?"

Gu Huai's eyes were as red as a rabbit's as he explained, "The Tang family is going too far. They initially asked for 100 taels of silver to redeem us, and after we paid them, they asked for 150 taels."

Gu Ying was sold into servitude for eight taels of silver many years ago, while now a maid in Qinghe County sells for around ten taels of silver, but the Tang family is asking for one hundred and fifty taels.

This is no different from robbery.

Gu Huai had enough money, but the father and son were afraid that if they gave the Tang family 150 taels, they would raise the price again, so they simply returned home.

I plan to figure out a solution after I get back.

Upon hearing the details, Madam Qin burst into tears, crying, "My poor Yingzi."

The Tang family's fickle nature suggests they are not a kind family, and they may often bully the servants in their household. Qin Shi became even more worried about Yingzi.

Su Qianqian handed a clean handkerchief to Qin Shi, "Aunt, although the Tang family is domineering, they can't be without weaknesses. Don't worry, let's think of another way."

Su Qianqian thought that if there was really no other way, she would ask Gong Yu for help. As luck would have it, Gong Yu actually came to her.

Gu Yun stood at the door and said, "Cousin, someone is looking for you at the courtyard gate."

As Su Qianqian stepped out the door, she saw Su Bing and Gong Yu chatting together.

It's quite strange that Gong Yu, who is usually so sparing with words, could chat so enthusiastically with Su Bing.

"Young hunter, you look better in white." It was rare for Su Bing, usually so taciturn, to compliment someone.

Su Qianqian rubbed her forehead, looking embarrassed. "Dad, didn't you realize how expensive his clothes were? He's wearing silk today! You still think he's a real hunter!"

Sigh, my father suffered in the Su family for so many years, so he must not be very smart, except for his outstanding face.

This family still can't do without her; without her, they'd be devoured without a trace.

"Gong Shi—" She had just called out when she was afraid of revealing the other person's identity in public, since Gong Yu had disguised himself as a hunter last time.

She quickly corrected herself, "Brother Gong, what brings you here?"

When Su Bing heard his daughter calling him "Big Brother," he sensed something was up, so he quickly walked away, leaving the two of them alone to talk.

Gong Yu was dressed in snow-white today, with cloud patterns embroidered in silver thread on the cuffs and collar, which were faintly visible and made her look more understated and luxurious, making her jade face even more exquisite.

"Xiao Bei said you came to the county town, so I came to see if there's anything I can help you with?"

"It's nothing, this is my uncle's house, we just came over and sat down for a while."

Su Qianqian felt that Gong Yu had taken his promise to take responsibility seriously when he said it in the cave.

Otherwise, why would a noble prince like him come to see her in person?

Gong Yu added, "I heard about your cousin's situation. Don't worry, she'll definitely be back before tonight."

After saying that, he handed over a small box.

Mo Xiaobei stood at a distance and complained: "The usually taciturn young master talks quite a lot in front of Miss Su. I was wondering why he suddenly bought a women's hairpin. It turns out it's for Miss Su."

The young master is really devoted to Miss Su.

If the noble ladies of the capital knew that the young master had someone he loved, they would be heartbroken.

Su Qianqian opened the box and found a pink gemstone hairpin inside, and she was completely stunned.

This hairpin is inlaid with many diamonds, as bright as Gong Yu's eyes. In modern times, it could be exchanged for at least a large villa.

Having lived two lives, this was the first time she had received a gift from a man, and the first time she had received diamonds. She was inexplicably happy, opened her arms and hugged Gong Yu tightly, giving him a kiss.

I love you.

Gong Yu's face turned as red as a boiled shrimp.

Mo Xiaobei felt that the young master's cold temperament was exactly what the warm and proactive Miss Su needed to warm his icy heart. Let's not talk about family background, just their personalities are really complementary, a perfect match.

The alley behind the two was called Golden Alley. It was narrow and cramped, and inhabited entirely by the poorest people.

But this alley is most beautiful in autumn, filled with golden chrysanthemums, a golden sight to behold, representing the aspirations of the lower classes for a better life.

"Brother Gong, are you going to the Tang residence now? Wait for me, I'll call Uncle to go with you."

"it is good."

Gu Huai was called out of the door and secretly sized up Gong Yu several times.

The young man in front of me is really good-looking, even more so than my brother-in-law when he was young.

The jade pendant with two fish on the young man's waist is clearly made of high-quality icy jade, and it would not be an exaggeration to say that it is priceless.

I remember when my brother-in-law came to the county town to sell firewood when he was young, all the young women and wives on the roadside were mesmerized. My sister also fell in love with him after seeing him a few times and became bedridden. Otherwise, he would never have married my sister off to the countryside to suffer.

Having run a restaurant before, Gu Huai had met all sorts of people and could tell at a glance that Gong Yu's identity was unusual. He also recognized that Gong Yu spoke with a Beijing accent, suggesting that he must be a young master from a noble family.

My niece lives in the countryside; when did she meet such a person?

The huge gap in social status makes it hard to tell whether it's a good thing or a bad thing.

With such a high social standing, if Qianya suffers any mistreatment after marrying into the family, none of their relatives will be able to support her.

"Uncle, come with us to the Tang residence. This Gong—elder brother said he can definitely bring my cousin back."

"Okay, I'll go with you."

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Inside the Tang residence, Gu Ying was chopping vegetables in the kitchen when two strong old women suddenly entered. Without saying a word, they covered Gu Ying's mouth and dragged her to the courtyard.

Li, the cook who was on good terms with Gu Ying, came to stop her, only to be told that Gu Ying had stolen and broken the most expensive glass plate in the mansion.