Farm Tough Girl-Chapter 216 - 218 Blind Show-off_1

Chapter 216: Chapter 218 Blind Show-off_1

Chapter 216 -218 Blind Show-off_1

The villagers all recognized the carriage belonging to Muniang’s family, and as they went on their way, quite a few people came up to greet them.

“Oh, Muniang, your husband is back! Are you two off to town together? They say absence makes the heart grow fonder, and that saying is truly spot on!” a woman said with a smile.

Muniang lifted the curtain of the carriage, “Yes, we’re going to town. What absence makes the heart grow fonder? We’re just running some errands together.”

Muniang didn’t bring up the matter of Madam Liu’s children going to school. Tupo Village was small and poor, with only a handful of families who could afford education. It would cause a stir in the village if a child went to school and the news would eventually reach the old house, perhaps causing the elders to feel uncomfortable and ask Madam Liu for money again.

Although she knew that it wouldn’t be possible to keep it a secret forever, she also didn’t want the first day of school to be a complete mess.

The other villagers, hearing Muniang’s reply, knew that she was being modest. Who else would run errands together as a couple? It was one thing when Yu Ze, the fool, used to follow Muniang around, but now that he had recovered, they were seen going out together all the time. It showed that their relationship was exceptionally good, and the rumors that once buzzed through the village had now quieted down.

“I’ve always said that Muniang is a blessed one. Just look—within a year, not only has she come into a great fortune, but her ‘foolish’ husband is no longer a fool. Their days ahead are likely to be even better!”

Muniang looked at Yu Ze, who sat silently in the carriage, and laughed, “Then I’ll take your kind words to heart, Auntie.”

The carriage left Tupo Village, and it was only then that things quieted down. Madam Liu said with a smile, “You have no idea how many people in the village are green with envy at the Qiao family’s fortune. They were almost joyful at the thought that Yu Ze wouldn’t come back. Now, not only has he returned in good health, but the two of you are more loving than ever. I bet those people’s eyes are about to pop out of their heads. Who would dare to spread nasty rumors about Muniang now?”

Hongsheng pursed his lips, “I always knew those were just nonsense spouted by others. Mu is so great, there’s no way she’d be left without a man wanting her!”

Muniang pinched Hongsheng’s face, “I know, besides, I still have you wanting me.”

Everyone in the carriage burst into laughter.

Yu Ze tightened his grip on Muniang’s hand and whispered in her ear, “Anyone who bullies you, I’ll bully them back.”

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Muniang blinked and nodded with a smile, not taking it too seriously. Those things were all in the past, and she had no intention of dwelling on them anymore.

But Yu Ze’s eyes darkened, clearly not just speaking off the cuff.

When the group arrived in town, the children huddled together, peeking out the windows at the lively street scenes. Ever since the incident with the kidnapper, Madam Liu hadn’t brought the kids to town again. Once bitten, twice shy—Madam Liu cared too much for the kids.

Muniang said, “Auntie, how will you manage to pick up and drop off the children in the future? The trip from Tupo Village to town takes almost half an hour by carriage, which is quite a lot of effort. Wouldn’t it be easier for the children to just stay in town at the Embroidery House? After all, there are rooms available in the back courtyard of the Embroidery House, so it wouldn’t be too much trouble.”

Madam Liu, however, shook her head, “No way, I can’t rest easy with the children staying out on their own. Besides, there’s no one to look after them at the Embroidery House. The kids are only seven or eight years old. I’d rather pick them up and drop them off every day. I’ve discussed this with Yuanming too; going forward, he will drive the donkey cart to take them to and from school in the morning and evening.”

Muniang clicked her tongue, “What a hassle.”

“For the safety of the children, a bit of hassle is worth it, but we’ve kept the purchase of the donkey cart a secret from outsiders. If the folks at the old house get wind of it, I’m afraid they might start scheming again,” sighed Madam Liu, wondering if she would ever escape this ordeal in her lifetime.

Muniang didn’t have any good ideas at the moment. Their situations were different. Between Madam Liu and the Qiao family was the unbreakable blood tie of Qiao Yuanming. Moreover, now that her children were all going to school, their reputations were of utmost importance if they were to pursue official careers in the future. Rumors of disrespect or undutifulness could ruin her children’s future.

As everyone talked, they had already arrived at Qing Mountain Academy. It was bustling with activity at the entrance. After all, those who could afford to study here were quite well-off, so it was no surprise that there were many carriages.

Muniang noticed that the clothes on Honghai and Hongde were not made of coarse hemp but of smooth satin. Though the material was ordinary, it showed Madam Liu’s thoughtful effort. She didn’t want the children to wear shabby clothes and be laughed at by others, nor did she want them to dress too finely and compete. She simply wanted them to study peacefully without caring about these external matters.

The things Madam Liu prepared for the children were no worse than others’, but also no better.

After touring the academy, Muniang found the environment to be quite acceptable. It was her first time visiting an ancient private school, and she found it intriguing. Compared to the stiffness of modern classrooms, ancient private schools had an added touch of elegance.

Madam Liu seemed quite excited, and then tugged on Muniang’s sleeve, “We still need to pay our respects to the Master. I see that many people have already gone over there. Let’s go and see, having the Master take a look at the children’s faces wouldn’t be a bad idea.”

Muniang was speechless – could future success really be seen in one’s face?

In Haozhi Pavilion, an old man with a flowing white beard sat in the highest seat. Already, a crowd of parents was speaking with him. Muniang understood the parents’ hearts – who didn’t hope the teacher would pay a little more attention to their child? Naturally, at the start of school, it was time to woo the teacher.

But then she heard a familiar voice inside: “Master, you must cultivate my young son well. He obviously has the makings of a Number One Scholar. I’ve even consulted a fortune teller who confirmed that the lines on my son’s palm are deep and long, a sign of great wealth and fortune as decreed by destiny. If he doesn’t succeed in the future, it could only mean you haven’t taught him well, and that would surely tarnish your reputation!”

What audacity! Wasn’t that essentially blaming the Master if her child didn’t succeed in the future? Such an outlandish parent was truly incomprehensible.

Muniang poked her head in, and there was Mrs. Liang! Last year, she boasted about sending her son to study and become a Number One Scholar in the future. At the time, she even used Dabao’s Mother’s son as a target of her disdain, trampling on another child to elevate her own. Who would have thought that they’d end up choosing the same academy by some ill fate!

Muniang and Madam Liu exchanged glances, both rendered speechless.

The Master stood up and slapped the table: “This is an academy where we believe in diligence, not destiny. If your son is truly fated to be a Number One Scholar, perhaps you should just let him stay at home and see if he can make it without studying! We cannot afford to cater to such fine seedlings. Otherwise, just leave!”

What a person, to dare threaten him on the first day of school!

Mrs. Liang was not about to leave; she had already paid the tuition, seven pieces of silver. Without delay, she approached with a sheepish smile, “Master, temper your anger, please. I was just speaking off the cuff. Look here, my child truly is a good prospect. You just cultivate him well, and once he achieves success, he definitely won’t forget his roots. He’ll be sure to thank you with a fortune in silver for the grace of your education.”