70s Delicate Girl: A Guide to Being a Rich Woman-Chapter 146: Watching the Fish with a Silly Smile

The rain had been falling for several days, and Xu Mumu had also been at home for several days. With nothing to do at home, she tutored a few kids. Thanks to the tape recorder, the kids were quite interested in learning English.

As soon as the weather cleared, the kids couldn’t wait to run outside. After being cooped up at home for so long, they had had enough.

"Big sister, big sister, the water’s rising, let’s go catch fish." Xu Jiaojiao ran back from outside.

"Sure, let’s go." Xu Mumu said with a smile.

By the time Xu Mumu and Xu Jiaojiao got to the riverbank, that little rascal Xu Minglei had already run off to borrow a fishing net from Yin Yang.

Seeing Yin Yang not far away, Xu Mumu felt a bit helpless.

"The current is pretty strong, don’t go to the deep parts of the water." Seeing the boys playing wildly, Xu Mumu reminded them. There were some spots in the river that were muddy, and stepping into them could make you sink.

"Got it, sis." Xu Minglei said with a grin, holding the fishing net in his hand, constantly searching for fish near the edge of the bank.

The riverbank was wet, with plenty of puddles. The little path here wasn’t paved with pebbles, so it wasn’t easy to walk on.

Xu Jiaojiao also liked playing in the water, and staying at home had made her bored these past few days. Xu Mumu stayed by the riverbank, watching Yin Yang, who was there just for the fun of it.

"Why is Yin Zhiqing out to play too?" Xu Mumu said with a smile.

"Nothing much to do, so I came out to take a look. Didn’t Mr. Xu come out too?" Yin Yang looked at Xu Mumu. Just how many secrets did this girl have? With a family like the Xu Family, there were things she couldn’t possibly come into contact with, yet she seemed to know a lot, making him curious to explore further.

"Yin Zhiqing, you seem to be in a good mood." She observed the faint smile on Yin Yang’s face.

"Pretty good. Am I showing it that clearly?" Yin Yang said warmly. The things Xu Mumu mentioned a few days ago, combined with his own findings, made him trust what Xu Mumu said even more. Arrangements were already in motion; just waiting to resolve the matter concerning his grandfather.

"Yeah, you’ve had a smile on your face ever since we got here." Xu Mumu laughed, unconsciously glancing at Yin Yang a few more times. After telling this guy about the matter, she’d guess that in about a year, he’d be leaving.

Such a good-looking face; not taking a few more glances would be a loss.

"Oh really? Then I should be more serious." Yin Yang said earnestly.

At the Zhiqing point, he had never shown much emotion, but after seeing Xu Mumu and the others, he felt more relaxed.

Regarding his grandfather’s situation, it had reached this point partly due to his family’s failure. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have been sent down to this godforsaken place, and he had always felt guilty. Now things were more or less resolved, which also allowed him to relax quite a bit.

"Mumu, you’re by the river too?" Zhao Qing walked over from the other side. Seeing Xu Mumu made him happy but also a bit despondent.

"Qing, are you here to catch fish too?" Xu Mumu asked with a smile.

"Yeah, Yin Zhiqing is here too." Zhao Qing nodded with a smile. Watching Xu Mumu and Yin Yang standing together, they were unexpectedly well-matched, which made his heart twinge.

"You two seem to have a good relationship." Zhao Qing looked at the two of them, hesitated, and asked.

"Don’t get the wrong idea, Mr. Xu and I are just friends." Yin Yang smiled warmly.

Xu Mumu’s mouth twitched, "Yeah, we’re indeed friends."

"Is that so?" Zhao Qing pursed his lips but didn’t say much more. He didn’t really have the right to say much anyway.

Xu Mumu and Yin Yang watched from the riverbank, and Zhao Qing also brought a fishing net over. His fishing net was much bigger than Yin Yang’s, making it easier to catch fish.

Xu Mumu’s gaze followed Zhao Qing as she watched him get into the river to fish.

Yin Yang looked at Xu Mumu, "Want to go for a walk? There’s not much to see by the river."

"No need. I need to keep an eye on my little brothers and sisters to make sure they don’t head toward the deeper water." Xu Mumu shook her head and refused. If it was just the two of them going for a walk, her reputation would be at risk. Rumors about her and Yin Yang would spread quickly.

"Alright then." Yin Yang nodded, feeling a bit disheartened.

"If you have something to do, go ahead. You don’t have to mind us here." Xu Mumu looked at Yin Yang.

"I don’t have much to do." Yin Yang said helplessly, feeling wronged inside. Xu Mumu actually wanted to chase him away.

The morning’s harvest was quite good, and they caught several fish. Since the net belonged to Yin Yang, Xu Mumu picked out two or three small fish for him.

"Thanks for the fishing net." Xu Mumu said with a smile.

"You’re welcome. We’re friends; feel free to use the net anytime." Yin Yang said with an unconcerned smile.

"Alright, I won’t be polite then." Xu Mumu nodded.

Back at the Zhiqing courtyard, Yin Yang looked at the three small fish in the net. They were still alive, and he put them in a water basin.

"What are you doing? Smiling foolishly at those three little fish." Huo Qingze glanced at Yin Yang, feeling speechless. They’re just little fish; there are plenty in the river outside. If you’re determined, you can catch them anytime.

"Yin Yang, how long has it been since you last caught fish? You’re so happy seeing three small fish." Shen Qi sneered. He and Yin Yang had always been at odds, but unfortunately, Yin Yang never took Shen Qi’s provocations seriously.

Shen Qi liked Bai Xiaofu, but Bai Xiaofu only had eyes for Yin Yang.

"What does it matter to you?" Yin Yang said calmly, continuing to gaze at the fish in the basin. This fish was almost dead. It had dried out for quite a while before he brought it back, and now it was almost more dead than alive.

"You..." Shen Qi frowned.

"Alright, say a few less words. Yin Yang, it’s your turn to clean the courtyard today." Huo Qingze said lightly. Yin Yang’s infatuated look was really hard to watch.

"For Huo Zhiqing’s sake, I won’t argue with you." Shen Qi said somewhat angrily. He still had some fear of Huo Qingze, having heard that Huo Qingze’s family had a significant background. He had always wanted to get on Huo Qingze’s good side, but Huo Qingze always remained indifferent.

As for Yin Yang, he didn’t seem to lack money. Yin Yang’s sweet talking always allowed him to trade with the village people for quite a few things, even food, and win the favor of the girls, which made Shen Qi jealous.

"Heh, I’ll clean it later." Yin Yang said lightly. If it weren’t difficult to find another place to live in the brigade, he would have moved out long ago. Being occasionally stabbed by Shen Qi’s jabs was getting tiresome.

The small courtyard at the Zhiqing point wasn’t large, so cleaning it up wasn’t too much work.

After lunch, Yin Yang returned to his room, gathered all his books, and realized there weren’t any study materials. His grandfather wouldn’t have them either, so he’d have to bother Mr. Han for help.

Just then, a knock came at his room door. Yin Yang opened the door, and it was Huo Qingze.

"Do you need something?" Yin Yang looked at Huo Qingze. To be honest, he wasn’t very eager to befriend the people at the Zhiqing point. Even Huo Qingze, to him, was not even a normal friend. Huo Qingze was deep water; they were the same kind of people.