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"What are you holding in your hand? Oh, just you two wild things, studying? You really think too highly of yourselves! You're like a toad dreaming of eating swan meat!"
"At least it's better than some people marrying old men and feeling smug about it, not even ashamed!" Liu Qingxi rolled her eyes.
I really don't know what kind of brain this woman has; it's as if it's made of dung. It's normal for a woman like Wang to raise such a daughter.
The streets of Biqi Town were much busier than the village, especially during the bustling morning hours, with people coming and going. Before long, a crowd had gathered.
In the bustling crowd, a woman dressed in luxurious clothing was angrily berating the frail brother and sister, while several anxious maidservants behind her stomped their feet.
"What are you doing?"
"What are we doing? Anyone with eyes can see that's someone from Wanjia; those siblings are probably in trouble!"
A young Fellow chimed in, "Not necessarily; I think these people seem to know each other!"
The other Gossipers rushed over, "What's going on? What's happening?"
This was gossip related to Wanjia. Judging by the woman's demeanor, she was likely a new concubine brought into Wandehai's household.
The Fellow proudly recounted the story's background, but he still hadn't figured out the relationship between Liu Qingxi and Liu Qingzhi.
The onlookers were eagerly watching this rare gossip unfold. As word spread from one person to another, soon everyone nearby had arrived!
Liu Qingxi was truly fed up with Liu Qingzhi's entanglement.
Amidst the crowd's blockade, the slender girl stood tall with her back straight. Suddenly, everyone felt that her presence was no less imposing than anyone else's; her proud figure stood out among them all.
Liu Qingxi looked around, realizing that at this rate, it wouldn't be long before the area was filled with onlookers.
She took a step forward and approached Liu Qingzhi. Although thirteen years old, her slender frame matched perfectly in height with six-year-old Liu Qingzhi.
Leaning in slightly, she whispered something in Liu Qingzhi's ear before slowly stepping back.
The previously talkative and arrogant Liu Qingzhi suddenly fell silent, as if a lump had lodged in her throat, rendering her speechless.
Dazed, she watched as Liu Qingxi and her brother calmly left the crowd, gradually moving away.
Left alone under the gaze of the crowd, embarrassment, shame, helplessness, and the words from Liu Qingxi that made her blush overwhelmed her, making it unbearable to endure the pressure any longer.
With a huff, she glared at the onlookers. "What are you staring at? Never seen someone talk before?"
In just a few seconds, the crowd scattered in a hurry!
It was a joke; it was better not to offend the women of Wan Mansion. If they encountered someone cunning, it would be disastrous. The joke they witnessed was already enough for them to reminisce about for a long time!
A maid cautiously approached from behind. "Auntie, should we head back to the mansion now?"
Liu Qingzhi flicked her sleeve, glared with wide eyes, and raised an eyebrow. "What nonsense is that? Hurry up and call for a carriage! Do you want to embarrass us even more?"
Auntie? It seemed like you were the one looking for trouble. Why blame everyone else when you felt awkward?
The crowd silently complained but dared not speak out; after all, this woman was now half a master.
Sitting in the carriage, Liu Qingzhi's face alternated between pale and flushed as Liu Qingxi's words echoed in her ears. How shameless could she be to say such private things?
She couldn't forget Liu Qingxi's light remark: "Sleeping with an old man at night, don't you find his wrinkled skin and pig-like face disgusting?"
Ugh! Just thinking about Liu Qingxi's mockery made her feel utterly humiliated. It was true that the older Wandehai did resemble Liu Qingxi's description, and after years of indulging in beauty, his body was long depleted.
In fact, he was even worse than Liu Qingxi had described. But he was rich!
She wished she could expose Liu Qingxi's true nature as a shameless little wretch in front of everyone. However,
Suddenly, the carriage jolted. "Are you trying to get yourself killed? Can't you drive properly? I'll sell you!"
The coachman shivered, becoming even more cautious, not daring to cause even the slightest bump.
Only Liu Qingzhi remained gloomy in the carriage. Whether in the village or town, she had never gained any advantage over Liu Qingxi.
Meanwhile, the siblings who had left Biqi Town were happily on their way home, completely unaffected by the earlier encounter with the scheming girl.
The curious kid beside them tilted his head and blinked his eyes, asking, "Sister, what did you just talk about with Cousin?" It was unusual for them to let it go so easily.
Based on past experiences, Liu Qingzhi would never rest until she took action.
"This is none of your business. Don't worry; with me around, no one will bully you again!"
In Liu Qingyan's heart, his sister's image grew taller and taller. He nodded vigorously: "I will study hard!" The books and papers he held were warm against him.
The two siblings warmly leaned against each other, their hearts intertwined.
They exchanged smiles as the distant green mountains, the grass by the roadside, and the birds flying overhead created a beautiful landscape painting with their slowly advancing figures.
Kid chattered non-stop along the way. As soon as they returned to Ten Li Pu, they encountered good friends.
He was eager to join in, and Liu Qingxi smiled, "Go ahead and play with them, but don't come back too late!"
Then, in the blink of an eye, a group of children had disappeared!
In a yard overgrown with weeds in Ten Li Pu, insects occasionally flew by. A spider web in the corner had been there for who knows how long, while a low wall had collapsed to one side. A door with a large hole creaked on its hinges.
A few children sneaked in like explorers, two leading the way while two stayed behind, slowly moving deeper inside!
This was an old yard that had been neglected for years. The more dilapidated it became, the more it resembled a haunted house, making it an ideal place for the children to explore.
Usually very bold, Liu Qingyan suddenly stopped in her tracks!
"Qingyan, why aren't you moving? Didn't you come here to have fun today?"
"I can't play anymore! I need to go home and study hard!" Liu Qingyan puffed out her chest.
"What???" His words stirred up waves of surprise among the children.
"What are you learning? Are you going to be able to read now?" Er Zhuzi and the others clearly did not believe it.
"I'm serious! My sister went to town today and bought me books, along with paper and a pen!" This seemed like an extraordinary achievement, making the companions envious.
They had already forgotten about their plans for adventure and sat down on the messy grass.
Er Zhuzi leaned forward, filled with admiration, and asked, "So you're going to be able to read now?"
After Liu Qingyan nodded heavily, he eagerly asked, "Can you teach me how to read?"
"And me! And me!" The others rushed in, quickly surrounding Liu Qingyan.
"This..." He scratched his head, realizing he had boasted too much; he couldn't read yet!
Thinking that he might refuse, Er Zhuzi became anxious!
You see, being able to read was a remarkable thing; they had never dared to dream of it because the expensive costs were simply beyond what rural families could afford.
They held a deep-seated respect for scholars from the bottom of their hearts.
In the distance, a pair of cold eyes stared icily at the group before them.
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