Reborn as a Landlord-Chapter 852 - 434: Spiced Donkey Meat_2
After a delightful meal, Wu Lang settled the bill, and they bid farewell to Bing Wu, departing from the large cart inn and meandering towards the County Yamen.
"...When paying the bill, Miss Qi undercharged me by seventy Wen money, saying that two dishes were on her," Wu Lang said, pulling out a package, "and she even stuffed a few donkey meat buns into my hands."
Miss Qi was quite enthusiastic, thought Lian Manman.
During the meal, Lady Zhang had asked Bing Wu about Miss Qi. Every time the Lu Family visited Taicang, they stayed at Old Wang’s Large Cart Inn, hence they knew quite well about the Wang Family.
This Old Wang’s Large Cart Inn was a family heirloom handed down to the fourth generation, currently owned by Miss Qi’s father. This year, Boss Wang, almost sixty years of age, had a smooth life as he merely needed to protect the family business passed down to him, and he married a highly capable daughter of a rice shop owner.
The only regret was that this couple had seven daughters and no sons.
The rice shop owner’s daughter, a woman with ideas, realizing she was aging and could no longer bear children, tightly refused to allow Boss Wang to take a concubine. Instead, she raised her eldest daughter as a son, which was Miss Qi.
This year, Miss Qi is seventeen and inherits her mother’s tough and fiery spirit. She didn’t disappoint her mother’s expectations, having managed the inn’s business from a very young age, truly like a son.
Now, everyone sees the situation of Old Wang’s Large Cart Inn clearly, it is evident that Miss Qi will definitely take in a husband.
Despite Miss Qi’s tough demeanor, and owning the considerable fortunes of Old Wang’s Large Cart Inn, there are many who want to marry into their family. However, Miss Qi, also decisive, has her heart set on the right gentleman and does not care for those only after her family’s wealth.
Lian Manman’s gaze drifted from the bustling street scenery to Brother Sanlang walking ahead.
His side profile and silhouette highlighted his fair complexion, tall nose, distinctively vibrant lips, broad shoulders, slim waist, long legs, and slightly languid demeanor.
Dressed up and silent, this guy would totally captivate young ladies, Lian Manman mused sarcastically.
On this street, the elder maidens and young wives passed by, their gazes inadvertently focusing on Brother Sanlang, lingering more than necessary.
"Brother Sanlang, here’s a donkey meat bun for you," Lian Manman said, taking the bun from Wu Lang and handing it to Sanlang.
"Aren’t you guys eating?" Sanlang asked with a smile.
"We’re already full," Lian Manman replied, "Brother Sanlang, you have a big appetite, you eat."
Sanlang, being straightforward, didn’t hesitate, and just started eating the bun.
"Brother Sanlang, when we go back later, if our grandma, my eldest aunt, and my second aunt ask about it, can you not tell them that we bought those things?" Lian Manman negotiated with Sanlang.
"Huh?" Sanlang expressed confusion.
"It’s mostly dowry for my Sister Zhizhi, her wedding date isn’t set yet, and I don’t want to spread the news prematurely," Lian Manman fabricated an excuse.
"Okay, I won’t say anything," Sanlang agreed.
Sanlang naturally wasn’t talkative, so Lian Manman trusted that he wouldn’t spill the beans.
On the way back, Lian Manman bought some snacks and distributed them upon reaching the County Yamen.
After dinner, the family slept on the traditional heated brick bed.
"Mom, you saw it too," Lian Manman whispered to Lady Zhang, "Today at the large cart inn, that Miss Qi was really watching Brother Sanlang."
"How could I not have seen it?" Lady Zhang was clearly eager to discuss this topic, "As soon as we entered the inn, I noticed her already looking at Brother Sanlang. Later, when she brought us tea and snacks, probably all because of Brother Sanlang’s presence. She even undercharged us for our meal and sent over those buns... When we were eating, she came in several times, probably because Brother Sanlang enjoyed those buns a lot..."
Wu Lang and Xiao Qi remained silent but listened keenly to Lady Zhang and Lian Manman’s hushed conversation.
Lady Zhang chuckled as she spoke.
"...Although it’s unusual for a maiden to be so forward, judging by her behavior and how the shop’s clients and staff treat her, she’s a decent girl. Even though she might not match Brother Sanlang in looks, being capable of handling daily life is enough, and she looks quite healthy, probably good at bearing children... it’s just this matter of moving in, oh, if it weren’t for that, I would have helped make arrangements..."
"Brother Sanlang and the others are probably settling down here," Lian Manman recalled what she heard at the tea stall, "If the Wang family is interested, they will certainly send someone to propose. It depends on whether Uncle and Aunt agree."
"Yes, that makes sense."
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Before long, it was Lian Xiuxiu’s third day of return to her parental home. Early that day, the Lian family members donned new clothes, cleaned the courtyard, and prepared a banquet to welcome the new son-in-law.
Hearing the sound of horse carriages outside, someone said the new son-in-law had arrived.
Lian Manman, Wu Lang, and Xiao Qi rushed out.
The Zheng Family’s carriage had already stopped in front of the County Yamen, a few maid servants surrounding a man dressed in a bright red robe.
Lian Manman first saw the man’s back.
This must be the new son-in-law, Lian Manman thought.
Jet-black hair,... trembling and slightly hunched back...
Didn’t they say he’s more handsome than the eldest daughter? This silhouette doesn’t seem right; Lian Manman suddenly felt uneasy.
As the new son-in-law turned around, Lian Manman grabbed Wu Lang’s hand, preventing herself from shouting out loud.
That face..., how come the new son-in-law is an old man?!
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