The Transmigrated Li Jin's Daily Farming Life (Translated With Mtl)

Chapter 70

"Baby? How can this be done?" Mr. Song's wife's tone was filled with dissatisfaction. "He's just a ger."

Mr. Song frowned, "He's still the eldest son of Li Jin's family. Besides, Li Jin's husband is also a ger."

His wife remained unconvinced, "Li Jin married his husband because his family was poor. Our family has a good reputation in town. How can we let our eldest son marry a ger?"

Mr. Song, despite his serious expression, didn't have much male chauvinism. Otherwise, he wouldn't have discussed this matter with his wife in such a manner.

He said, "Li Jin is cautious and diligent. The children he raises will surely give us peace of mind. I think they would make a good match for our eldest son."

In this era, it was frowned upon if the woman or ger was significantly older than the man. However, if the man was older and married a wife who was six or seven years younger, it would still be considered a good match.

"But Li Jin's family is poor," his wife insisted. "They say it's better to marry daughters to higher-status families and younger brothers to lower-status families. How can we consider marrying a ger?"

"If you really want to arrange a marriage for our child, let's wait a couple more years. If Li Jin can acquire property in town in the future, then it wouldn't be impossible for our families to form a marriage alliance."

Mr. Song conceded to his wife's argument, saying, "Let's wait another two years, as you wish."

Li Jin was unaware of this conversation. If Mr. Song did approach him with the idea, Li Jin would likely decline. After all, Xiao Baozi was his first child, his joy as a new father, and his connection to this unfamiliar time and space. Li Jin didn't want to confine Xiao Baozi to the societal norms of this world. He wanted to do everything in his power to let Xiao Baozi live more freely.

After the villagers congratulated him, Li Daniu managed to squeeze his way to Li Jin's side and asked in a low voice, "What does 'little three yuan' mean, the official mentioned it earlier?"

Li Jin explained, "The examination for becoming a scholar is divided into three parts: the county exam, the provincial exam, and the final imperial exam. Each exam has its own rankings. If one becomes the top scorer in all three exams, they are awarded the title 'little three yuan'."

Li Daniu was shocked.

Li Jin smiled and said, "The official was just speaking auspicious words. It's not to be taken seriously."

Although Li Jin modestly explained, Li Daniu insisted, "Why shouldn't it be taken seriously? The official sees potential in you."

Li Jin simply smiled and didn't respond. In truth, what Li Daniu said had some truth to it. The phrase 'little three yuan' was not something an ordinary messenger of good news would casually mention. Most likely, it was at the instruction of the county magistrate.

Li Jin wanted to encourage and motivate himself. He couldn't afford to become complacent just because he achieved the top score in the county exam. The more significant challenge would be the provincial exam in April.

Qin Muwen, now accustomed to handling well-wishers, felt his legs weakening as he bid them farewell.

Qin Muwen quickly said, "The door, it's not closed!"

Li Jin was pleased with his response. This time, Qin Muwen didn't mention that he couldn't be carried, only that the door was open. Did this imply that his husband didn't mind how he approached as long as the door was closed?

Li Jin whispered to him, "It's fine, no one saw us."

Before Qin Muwen could respond, he heard voices from the front gate. "Awen——"