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As the village chief, Zhang Wuliang warmly welcomed the arrival of such a prominent figure in the village: "Madam Yang, your presence brings great honor to our Ten Li Pu!"
The awkwardness of his words added an unexpected touch of humor.
Wen Family, accustomed to grand occasions, found it amusing while also feeling reassured by the chief's simplicity: "You're too kind, Chief. I should be thanking you all for taking care of Yichan while we're here!"
"Not at all, it's our duty!"
Standing before Wen Family, even with years of experience as a village chief, Zhang Wuliang felt a bit nervous and sweaty, struggling to maintain composure.
After a while, he racked his brain and emptied his thoughts to muster a few lines that deliberately imitated the eloquence of scholars.
"I should visit you when I have time to express my gratitude for everyone's care!" Wen Family exchanged pleasantries with the villagers, feeling their mood lighten.
Compared to the women in the Yang Family's inner courtyard who often had hidden agendas, these villagers felt refreshingly straightforward.
On this chilly autumn day, Wen Family's arrival was like a gentle breeze, yet it also brought an overwhelming pressure. Once the conversation ended, Zhang Wuliang let out a sigh of relief; maintaining that effortful facade was exhausting!
Standing before such a gentle person made him feel somewhat inadequate.
As he left, Zhang Wuliang hurried away as if drained of energy!
Wen Family smiled slightly at the corners of their mouths, their eyes sparkling with amusement. With her delicate white hand, she gently touched Yang Yichen's arm: "Yichan, this place is truly wonderful! The mountains are clear and the waters are beautiful; the people are so genuine!"
Yang Yichen nodded and lightly assisted Wen Suling back home: "Mother, you need to rest after just returning. In a couple of days, I'll take you to meet some villagers."
Meanwhile, the women abandoned discussions about whose family was marrying off daughters or whose sow had given birth. All attention shifted to the newcomers in the village.
"I heard that lady from that courtyard is incredibly beautiful!"
"Indeed! I can't even tell what material her clothes are made of; they look so smooth and shiny! I wonder what they feel like!"
"Then there’s that voice, soft and gentle, unlike ours, which is loud like a gong!" The woman spoke with a rough and hoarse voice, her sturdy build indicating she was good at hard labor.
Such a person is well-suited for rural life and is a typical Villager Woman, yet she envies the delicate women of the city.
The Wen Family is like a Gentle Breeze, refreshing and soothing, flowing into the heart. The remaining women can only envy; that insurmountable gap makes them hesitant to approach.
Time passed like this, and the most the Wen Family did was prepare food and drink for their son at home. The desire to connect with the villagers remained unfulfilled.
During this time, Yang Yichen visited Liu Qingxi once. Unlike when he left more than half a month ago, Liu Qingxi's home now felt complete, like a sparrow with all its parts intact.
The originally thin girl had gained some weight, her round face looking even cuter. A surge of electricity coursed through Yang Yichen as he awkwardly reached out his hand but abruptly stopped.
There are boundaries between men and women; such intimate actions are inappropriate. Where does this sense of loss come from?
"Yang Yichen, you're back!" Liu Qingxi's voice was filled with surprise.
"Yes! Qingxi, I heard you've been doing great lately. Congratulations!"
The sudden compliment made Liu Qingxi blush deeply, all the way to her neck.
The rosy hue on her face left Yang Yichen dazed, as he struggled to suppress his inner impulses and refrain from any disrespectful actions.
Time quietly slipped away. Every time he met Liu Qingxi, Yang Yichen felt joyful, unable to help but smile.
With his spirits high and a smile in his eyes, Anan would sigh every time they met, wondering if this was still the same cold noodle master from the dark night?
As time passed quietly, while the Wen Family personally took care of their son's daily needs, they did not forget to pay attention to the most important matter recently.
That was the results of the County Examination.
During the Provincial Examination, Yang Yichen stood out with the top score in Linyi County, becoming an object of envy and jealousy among many candidates.
As for the results in reality, he was not worried at all. However, as long as there was no news, the Wen Family could not relax for a moment, constantly thinking about this matter.
Even more so was Grandpa Zhang's family. Zhang Xiu was the only scholar they had nurtured with all their family's efforts, the pride and hope of the entire family, and they had high expectations for him.
"Grandpa, when will Big Brother come back?" Grandpa Zhang's grandson asked.
"Soon. Your brother is now a student and has to pass the County Examination. He will come back after the results are out!" The old man said with a smile.
The great-grandson did not disappoint them. However, this news was only known within the family; they were not planning to make a big announcement until the County Examination results were released.
Although they were not sure about the County Examination, they were very much looking forward to it. They had dreamed countless times of receiving good news about their child's high school admission.
It was a clear day, with bright sunshine and a deep blue sky filled with changing clouds, presenting a vast expanse of land before their eyes.
Liu Qingxi, who got up early to prepare repair materials, looked up. Where in modern times could one see such beautiful colors? Living in an environment shrouded in smog and haze made one yearn for blue skies and white clouds.
"This place is actually not bad. Although it's a bit backward, the sky is blue, the air is fresh, and I have a lovely little brother!"
Indeed! The girl's eyes sparkled like crescent moons when she smiled, and her two adorable dimples made her even more charming.
Even coarse linen clothing could not hide the girl's grace.
In the distance, two galloping horses kicked up a cloud of dust.
On the horses rode two men with curved sabers at their waists, dressed in deep blue military uniforms. The red belts around their waists stood out prominently, and their imposing presence drew everyone's attention.
"What are they doing? Why are soldiers coming to our Ten Li Pu?"
Villagers clearing weeds from their fields looked on in confusion.
In all these years, they had never seen soldiers enter the village. Could something bad be happening?
However, the horses gradually slowed down and came to a stop in front of them.
The two men who had never seen soldiers before trembled and slowly stepped back.
Suddenly, the two soldiers leaped off their horses and strode over.
The two men became even more panicked and turned to run.
"Hey! Wait a minute, big brother!"
Creak! The two men abruptly stopped, nearly stumbling and falling flat on their faces.
"Um, sir, what do you need from us?"
"Oh! Brothers, I would like to ask, where does the Yang Yichen family live in your village?" The soldiers were already accustomed to the common people's fear of them.
"Over there!" The man trembled as he pointed toward the largest courtyard outside the village.
The soldiers understood and, just like when they arrived, mounted their horses and quickly left, leaving behind two men sweating profusely in the autumn wind.
Little did they know, this was not bad news but rather great news!
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