Chapter 171: Help
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
"Third Sister-in-law, I really don't know what to do. Daniu has been eating less and less recently. He can't eat anymore."
Su Xiaozhi sobbed.
Madam Zhao walked to Su Xiaozhi's side and patted her shoulder gently to comfort her.
Su Xiaozhi leaned against Madam Zhao, her tears falling uncontrollably. She said, "Third Sister-in-law, why do you think the heavens are so cruel to me? Shuangshuang is not married yet, Changshou is not married yet, and Changyang is still so young. How can he be so ruthless?"
"He's lying here now, less and less lively. Does he ever think for me that if he goes like this, the children won't have a father? They'll suffer a lot. Sniff..."
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Su Xiaozhi raised her hand and punched Hu Daniu's body angrily.
Madam Zhao hurriedly stopped her and said, "Xiaozhi, don't be like this. Brother-in-law doesn't want to be like this either."
Madam Zhao knew that Su Xiaozhi had worked too hard these past few months. It was good to vent her anger now.
The human body had limited endurance. If one held it too hard, the body would be injured.
Su Xiaozhi hugged Madam Zhao and cried.
Madam Zhao comforted her softly.
They didn't notice that Hu Daniu was also crying on the bed.
After Su Xiaozhi calmed down, Madam Zhao let her drink the porridge.
The two of them went out together. Su Sanlang was already washing the dishes.
Hu Shuangshuang helped Madam Cao back to her room.
It was already dark. She let Hu Changshou and Hu Changyang wash up and sleep.
After packing up, Su Xiaozhi put Hu Shuangshuang to sleep.
Su Sanlang gave ten taels of silver to Su Xiaozhi.
Su Xiaozhi quickly refused. Su Sanlang forcefully pulled her hand and placed the silver on it. Su Sanlang said, "Xiaozhi, my life is better now. I opened a sauerkraut shop with Chen Hu and earned some money. Take this silver. Don't sell the rest of the food. Tomorrow, I'll find a doctor for you and take a good look at Daniu."
Su Xiaozhi squeezed the heavy silver and tears fell uncontrollably.
Madam Wu said gently, "You still don't know yet, do you? Our Simei is very smart. She became Old Wu's disciple and learned good medical skills. She is now a divine doctor. With her around, Brother-in-law might be able to get better."
Madam Zhao sighed in her heart. Hu Daniu had already slept for a few months. She didn't know if he would recover.
If he had just been injured, his chances would definitely be higher.
Unfortunately... Alas, Su Xiaozhi was afraid of dragging them down. She had good intentions. She had their best interests at heart.
Su Xiaozhi was confused. Simei was her third brother's fourth daughter. Wasn't she only five years old?
She was still so young. How did she become a divine doctor?
Su Xiaozhi had many questions in her heart. Madam Zhao and Su Sanlang only told her not to worry, which meant that he would help her get through this.
Su Xiaozhi hurriedly refused. She had already taken these ten taels, so how could she drag them down?
Su Sanlang's heart ached when he saw Su Xiaozhi reject him repeatedly and think of him in every way. He looked at Su Xiaozhi and said with red eyes, "Xiaozhi, if you don't accept my help, then don't acknowledge me as your brother anymore. Really."
Su Sanlang was angry, but Su Xiaozhi panicked. She explained anxiously, "Third Brother, that's not what I meant. I just thought that it wasn't easy for you guys to get to where you are today. I don't want to burden you. I hope you guys can have a good life."
The last person she wanted to burden was her third brother.
Her third brother and third sister-in-law also had a hard life. Only now did they have a stable life. She did not want to ruin it.
"Silly sister, if you want your third brother to be at peace in the future, listen to us. Don't say anything. Let's treat Daniu and Daniu's mother properly. You have to take care of your body too. Your burden is still heavy."
Madam Zhao held Su Xiaozhi's hand and patted the back of her hand.
They could help Su Xiaozhi, but the most important thing for Su Xiaozhi's family was to rely on her.
Only when the children were all grown up and could help Su Xiaozhi share the burden could she relax.
It would be fine if Hu Daniu could recover, but if he couldn't, Su Xiaozhi would have to suffer for many years.
Some bitterness could not be filled by money.
Hearing Madam Zhao's words, Su Xiaozhi's eyes turned red. She was extremely touched. She swallowed and said, "Third Brother, Third Sister-in-law... Thank you."
Seeing that Su Xiaozhi finally stopped refusing, Su Sanlang said, "Don't be afraid. No matter how difficult it is, you'll get through it."
Su Xiaozhi was his sister and she had once helped them with all her heart. Now that she was in trouble, of course he should help her.
They were biological siblings. Wasn't that how they were supposed to help each other?
Su Xiaozhi looked a little similar to Madam Wang. They should be family, but they were worlds apart from Su Xiaozhi.
Su Sanlang suppressed the bitterness in his heart and said nothing more.
Late at night, Su Sanlang went to sleep with Hu Changshou and Hu Changyang, while Madam Zhao squeezed with Hu Shuangshuang.
Su Xiaozhi had to take care of Hu Daniu.
The night passed, and Su Sanlang rose early the next morning and went out.
Madam Zhao stayed behind to help Su Xiaozhi do some miscellaneous things.
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Su Sanlang entered the town and went to look for Su Xiaolu in the Sun residence.
When he entered the courtyard and saw Su Xiaolu grinding the medicine, Su Sanlang went forward. Su Xiaolu happened to turn around.
Seeing Su Sanlang, Su Xiaolu's eyes lit up and she shouted sweetly, "Father, why are you here?"
Su Xiaolu's sharp eyes immediately saw the sadness in Su Sanlang's eyes.
Su Sanlang squatted down. He swallowed and said hoarsely, " Simei, do you remember your aunt?"
As Su Xiaolu listened to Su Sanlang mention Su Xiaozhi, she immediately remembered the aunt who had helped her family not long after she was born.
The next day, Su Xiaozhi came to visit her and even hugged her. Su Xiaozhi was very gentle and would cry tears of joy for them when she knew that their family was stable.
Su Xiaolu nodded. "I remember my aunt."
Su Sanlang's eyes turned red. He said, " Simei, something happened to your uncle. Can you go and see him?"
Su Xiaolu nodded. "Okay."
Su Xiaolu remembered all the people who were indebted to her family. Even if they asked her family to repay their kindness, she would remember it in her heart.
A favor needed to be repaid.
One must always be grateful.
Su Xiaozhi's husband had an accident and needed a doctor. Su Xiaolu was naturally duty-bound.
She immediately went into the house to carry the needle bag and medical kit.
When she went out with Su Sanlang, Su Xiaolu even went to the main room to tell Madam Lian that she probably couldn't perform acupuncture for Sun Baoshan and Sun Baoqian today. It wouldn't be a problem as long as they take medicine that could nourish their bodies.
Sun Bocheng and Sun Ziqian were not at home. Madam Lian sent Su Xiaolu and Su Sanlang out of the residence.
Once out of the mansion, Su Sanlang squatted down and said, " Simei, come up. Father will carry you."
Su Xiaolu climbed onto Su Sanlang's broad back and obediently lay on his back.
Chapter 172: No Good
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
All the way back to Xiaohu Village, Su Sanlang finally put Su Xiaolu down.
Seeing Su Xiaolu, Su Xiaozhi smiled gently and said, "Xiaolu must be tired. Have some water first."
Su Xiaolu was already five years old. This little girl was really good-looking.
Looking at Su Xiaolu, Su Xiaozhi was very gratified. Her third brother and third sister-in-law did not lie to her. They were really doing well.
Su Xiaolu was carrying a medical kit and looked like a doctor.
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Su Xiaolu smiled at Su Zhizhi and said, "Thank you, Aunt. I'm not thirsty. Let me see Uncle first."
On the way, Su Sanlang had told her about Hu Daniu.
Su Xiaolu knew that Hu Daniu was in a vegetative state.
As far as she could remember in her previous life, not many people eventually woke up after becoming a vegetable. Many of them slept for a few years after becoming a vegetable. Those who were awake exhausted their money, but they couldn't wake up in the end and died like that one day.
And ancient medicine was not as good as modern medicine. The chances of a vegetable waking up were even lower.
Hu Daniu had slept for a few months, and it was even more difficult for his various bodily functions to not be nourished.
But in any case, she wouldn't know until she saw him.
"Your uncle is this way."
Madam Zhao said after Su Xiaolu said that she would look at Hu Daniu first.
Su Xiaozhi also led the way.
Hu Shuangshuang, Hu Changshou, and Hu Changyang also followed.
Hu Daniu's room was well lit and clean, but it still smelled bad.
Su Xiaolu was very sensitive to smells. This smell was the kind of death aura that a dying person would have. She looked at Su Sanlang and the others. They looked normal. They couldn't smell it.
Su Xiaolu walked to the bed and checked Hu Daniu.
Hu Daniu's pulse was very weak. He already had death energy on him. His condition was very bad.
When Su Xiaolu examined him, everyone was very quiet.
Su Xiaolu took out a silver needle and pricked Hu Daniu's acupuncture points.
They were all serious bruises. There was almost no reaction from his nerves. Su Xiaolu also inserted a few needles into Hu Daniu's head. Hu Daniu's eyelids trembled.
This reaction made Su Xiaozhi say to Hu Daniu in ecstasy, "Daniu, wake up quickly. Open your eyes and look at us."
Hu Daniu's eyelids trembled. Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao's hearts also tightened.
Hu Shuangshuang, Hu Changshou, and Hu Changyang also shouted anxiously, "Dad, Dad, wake up. Open your eyes and look at us."
Su Xiaolu calmly injected two more needles into Hu Daniu.
Hu Daniu did not open his eyes after all, but tears flowed from the corners of his eyes.
Seeing Hu Daniu's emotional reaction, Su Xiaozhi panicked and looked at Su Xiaolu for help. "Xiaolu, please save your uncle."
Su Xiaolu looked at Su Xiaozhi and said, "Aunt, I'll do my best. Uncle's condition isn't good now, and I don't want to hide it from you. I gave him these needles to see if he's still conscious. Now, I can prove that he's conscious. He can hear you."
Hu Daniu's conscious reaction proved that he could sense the outside world. He could hear what Su Xiaozhi said, but he just couldn't wake up.
Hu Daniu's current physical condition was also very poor. With the death aura, if the medicine did not work, his body would die. At that time, Hu Daniu would also die.
As Su Xiaolu opened the medical kit, she took out a medicine bottle and poured out a pill. "This is life-saving medicine. Let Uncle take it first."
Life-saving medicine was used when the situation was dangerous. While hanging on to that last breath, it could replenish some vitality in the body.
This medicine used several herbs from the Space. The water used to brew the medicine was also spiritual spring water. The medicine itself had spiritual energy.
What Hu Daniu's dilapidated body needed the most now was spiritual energy.
Su Xiaozhi immediately took it and melted it.
Hu Shuangshuang wiped Hu Daniu's tears and stood obediently by the bed with her two younger brothers.
Su Xiaolu said to Hu Daniu as she injected him with needles, "Uncle, I know you can hear me. I want to tell you not to give up. As long as you persevere, there will be hope. As long as you don't give up, you will wake up one day."
For a vegetable who could hear the outside world, the best treatment was to talk to him and cheer him on.
In doing so, there was a great hope of waking the patient. There was scientific practicality in that.
Su Sanlang understood immediately. "Brother-in-law," he said, "I'm your third brother. You heard me, right? You have to pull yourself together. Xiaozhi needs you very much."
"Hurry up and open your eyes and look at the children. You must get better soon."
Su Sanlang encouraged Hu Daniu like Su Xiaolu. Since he could sense it, he could understand how much they were looking forward to him waking up.
Hu Daniu's eyelids fluttered and tears slowly flowed out. A struggling expression appeared on his pale face.
Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao were both very anxious.
They really hoped that Hu Daniu would open his eyes in the next second.
Su Xiaozhi dissolved the medicine. Su Xiaolu pinched Hu Daniu's chin and said to Su Xiaolu, "Aunt, feed Uncle."
Su Xiaozhi was a little worried that she would not be able to feed him, but after feeding him, he swallowed the medicine.
Su Xiaozhi was relieved and fed Hu Daniu the rest of the medicine.
Su Xiaolu immediately took out her needles.
She hoped that Hu Daniu's body could absorb the medicinal properties and improve.
But soon, she frowned. The medicinal effects were not absorbed at all. Hu Daniu's body was already unable to take it.
His trapped consciousness was only waiting for a time to die.
And that time would not be long now.
It would be irreversible once the body died.
"How is your uncle, Xiaolu?"
Su Sanlang opened his mouth to ask the question.
Su Xiaozhi had tears in her eyes. She was in pain. She looked at Su Xiaolu and said, "Xiaolu, tell me. Auntie can hold on."
She washed Hu Daniu every day. She was very clear about the changes in Hu Daniu's body, but she still hoped that a miracle would happen.
Su Xiaolu pursed her lips and pondered for a moment before saying, "Uncle's body can't take any medicine. His body can't take it anymore. It's only a matter of time before he leaves."
When Su Xiaozhi heard this, her eyes dimmed.
Hu Shuangshuang, Hu Changshou, and Hu Changyang also cried.
Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao sighed.
Su Xiaolu paused for a moment before saying, "Aunt, I have a way to wake Uncle up and let him..."say his last words.
Before Su Xiaolu could finish, Su Xiaozhi looked at her with hope in her eyes.
"But it will consume the last of his vitality, so once he awakens... he won't last..."
It might only be two hours. After consuming the last vitality of his body, he would die completely. She did not know if Su Xiaozhi was willing to do this.
Su Xiaozhi's eyes were filled with pain as she looked at Hu Daniu. Her heart felt like it was being torn into two. Pain and torture.
Chapter 173: Let Him Wake Up 1
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In the past few months, she had hired countless doctors for Hu Daniu.
Every doctor had told her it was impossible to wake up unless a god came to save her.
She was the one who refused to give up. She was the one who held on to an extravagant hope and endured. She always thought that as long as she didn't give up, he might slowly wake up.
But the truth didn't lie.
Hu could not swallow his food. He was thin, his health was gone, and he was no longer agile. All the signs said that he could not last much longer.
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Su Xiaozhi closed her eyes and said shakily, "I have to talk to my mother-in-law before I can answer you."
She couldn't make the decision herself. She had to ask Madam Cao.
Su Xiaolu said softly, "Aunt, go ask."
Of course, Su Xiaozhi could not make such a big decision.
Su Xiaozhi went out.
Madam Zhao sighed. "Sigh, if only we had known earlier."
If they had known earlier, Hu Daniu might have been saved.
Su Sanlang sighed, too, but there was no such thing as knowing earlier.
Su Xiaolu did not say anything. At this moment, her aunt Su Xiaozhi was the most upset.
If they had to blame someone, they could only blame fate. It was fated that they didn't know earlier.
There were many silver needles stuck in Hu Daniu's body. His eyelids kept trembling and tears kept flowing out. He seemed to be trying to express something, but because he couldn't wake up, he couldn't say anything else.
Being trapped like this was undoubtedly painful.
Hu Shuangshuang wiped Hu Daniu's tears as she sobbed, "Father, Father."
"Shuangshuang, good girl. Don't do this. Your father will be even more upset if you do."
Madam Zhao held Hu Shuangshuang's shoulder and comforted her gently.
Children were the life of parents. Hu Daniu could sense it, so Hu Daniu knew what Hu Shuangshuang was shouting. However, he could not respond, nor could he comfort his heartbroken and crying daughter. He could not do anything, but he could feel everything. This was undoubtedly very painful.
Hu Shuangshuang was already sensible. She restrained herself from crying, but her tears still flowed silently.
Hu Changshou also cried silently.
Even the youngest Hu Changyang seemed to understand. His eyes were filled with tears as he tried his best to hold back his emotions.
Su Xiaolu felt terrible.
All she could do was wait for an answer.
She thought that if Su Xiaozhi and Madam Cao were unwilling to let Hu Daniu wake up and live for a while, she would leave behind the herbs. Good herbs could allow Hu Daniu to last a little longer.
At this moment, Su Xiaozhi entered Madam Cao's room and gently woke her up.
"Mother, wake up."
Su Xiaozhi's voice was hoarse.
When Madam Cao woke up, sadness spread in her heart.
Unfortunately, she couldn't cry another tear.
Su Xiaozhi looked at Madam Cao's haggard expression and her heart skipped a beat. She took a few deep breaths before she could suppress her emotions.
Su Xiaozhi said, "Mother, a divine doctor came to treat Daniu today. Daniu's body can't recover, but the divine doctor has a way to wake him up... to... to make arrangements for his funeral... but Daniu won't be able to hold on for long."
"Mother, I don't know what to do. I want Daniu to wake up and talk to me, but I also want him to stay with me forever. Mother..."
Su Xiaozhi couldn't help but sob.
Madam Cao was also sad. She looked very pained. She raised her hand and clenched it into a fist, beating her heart again and again, as if this could ease her heartache.
"Xiaozhi..."
Madam Cao spoke. She looked at Su Xiaozhi with empty and desperate eyes and said with difficulty, "In the end, you've suffered in vain. It's our Hu family who has let you down. Let Daniu wake up and also... let him leave a message."
Madam Cao's heart was in pain.
She wanted to be selfish and give up the chance to wake Hu Daniu up, but she couldn't be so selfish.
She knew Hu Daniu too well. If Hu Daniu could make the decision, he would definitely choose to wake up. Even if he had to leave, he would not want to go in such a muddle.
It would hurt the most if he couldn't even leave a word.
Now that she had such an opportunity, Su Xiaozhi respected her and listened to her wishes. How could she only care about herself and not care about Su Xiaozhi?
Madam Cao touched Su Xiaozhi's face and said again, "Xiaozhi, let Daniu wake up. Let him leave a message and let him go in peace."
"Mother... wuwuwu..."
Su Xiaozhi threw herself into Madam Cao's arms and cried bitterly.
She knew. She knew everything. Her mother-in-law was reluctant, but for her sake, she agreed.
After Su Xiaozhi cried enough, Madam Cao patted her back.
After Su Xiaozhi vented her emotions, Su Xiaozhi wiped her tears and said to Madam Cao, "Mother, let me help you over."
Madam Cao nodded.
Su Xiaozhi helped Madam Cao over. Her eyes were swollen from crying.
"We agree to awaken him, Xiaolu."
Su Xiaozhi sobbed.
She helped Madam Cao to the side.
Su Xiaolu looked at Madam Cao and said, "This granny's eyes are injured from crying. Let me take a look at them."
Since this was the last time, she had to be cautious.
Madam Cao was Hu Daniu's mother. She endured the pain and agreed. She definitely wanted to see Hu Daniu.
Su Xiaolu wanted to take a look at Madam Cao first. If Madam Cao could recover, she would feel better.
After her husband's death and her son's accident, Madam Cao suffered a huge blow and quickly aged.
Her eyes were blind from crying.
Su Xiaolu checked her meridians and knew that Madam Cao's meridians were damaged and her eyes were blind because the meridians connected to her eyes were damaged and blocked.
She took out her silver needle and said, "Let me make sure Granny can see first."
Su Xiaozhi nodded. "Okay, okay."
Madam Cao was a little panicked. Su Xiaozhi held her hand and said gently, "Mother, don't be afraid. I'm here."
Su Xiaolu gave Madam Cao life-saving medicine and silver needles.
Two needles went into the ends of her eyes. Deep.
Soon, two drops of blood flowed out of Madam Cao's eyes. She said with a trembling voice, "I can see, I can see."
Su Xiaolu said, "Close your eyes for a while. It's uncomfortable to open them now."
Su Xiaolu turned around and went to the bed. Now she wanted to wake Hu Daniu up.
Madam Cao could see. Remembering Su Xiaolu's words, Su Xiaozhi quickly said to Madam Cao, "Mother, close your eyes first."
Madam Cao looked at Su Xiaolu. She was shocked, but in the end, she only sighed.
In the past, every time she thought of her son's death, she would be in so much pain that she wanted to die. However, on this day, Madam Cao's grief gradually calmed down. He could no longer stay. Then, it would be enough if she could look at him and listen to him.
Madam Cao's eyes were very uncomfortable. She was afraid that she would not be able to see clearly when Hu Daniu woke up, so she listened to Su Xiaozhi and closed her eyes to recuperate.
Everyone looked at Su Xiaolu nervously. They saw Su Xiaolu take out a silver needle and stab it into Hu Daniu's glabella.
Soon, only a little of the silver needle was left outside, and blood began to seep out from between Hu Daniu's brows.
Chapter 174: Let Him Wake Up 2
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Su Xiaolu took out another silver needle and inserted it into Hu Daniu's temples on both sides. Similarly, only its tail was left outside. The silver needle was also gradually bleeding.
Hu's eyelids began to flutter. His lips began to tremble, and his teeth made a lot of sounds from the friction.
"Daniu, Daniu, open your eyes and look at me."
Su Xiaozhi was by the bed, holding Hu Daniu's hand tightly as she spoke.
Hu Shuangshuang, Hu Changshou, and Hu Changyang surrounded the bed and shouted, "Father, wake up!"
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Hearing the family's calls, Hu Daniu struggled even more.
Madam Cao opened her eyes and walked toward the bed. Madam Zhao hurriedly went forward to support her.
Madam Cao saw that Hu Daniu had many silver needles inserted into his body. Madam Cao felt sad. She walked to the bed and squatted down. She reached out and retracted her hand. Her voice was hoarse. "My son, wake up quickly. Wake up and see us. My son, my son... Mother misses you."
Madam Cao trembled as she called out to Hu Daniu.
Madam Zhao and Su Sanlang stood on one side. Madam Zhao couldn't help but be moved to tears.
Su Sanlang sighed and reached out to hold Madam Zhao.
They also silently encouraged Hu Daniu.
Su Xiaolu saw that Hu Daniu's expression was distorted from the struggle, but he still did not wake up. With a serious expression, she took out a needle and inserted it into Hu Daniu's glabella again.
Where the needle entered, more blood flowed.
Su Xiaolu clenched her fists and knocked on Hu Daniu's chest. She said calmly, "Hu Daniu, open your eyes on the count of three."
She had forcefully cleared all the blocked meridians in Hu Daniu's brain. Hu Daniu would wake up.
It was just very difficult.
"One, two, three—open your eyes!"
Su Xiaolu shouted sternly. As soon as she finished speaking,
Hu Daniu finally opened his eyes. He tried to open his mouth with difficulty, but it was as if his mouth was not under his control. It just trembled and could not open, let alone speak.
His eyes darted around and finally landed on Su Xiaolu, silently begging her to help him.
"Xiaolu."
When Hu Daniu woke up, Su Xiaozhi was also anxious.
Su Xiaolu unhurriedly took out her silver needles and inserted them on both sides of Hu Daniu's nose.
Hu Daniu looked at Su Xiaolu and could finally open and close his mouth. He said with difficulty, "Thank you... Xiaolu."
He could finally speak.
Hu Daniu knew that he did not have much time left. He shifted his gaze from Su Xiaolu to Su Xiaozhi, Madam Cao, and the three children.
Seeing that Hu Daniu had woken up, the entire family cried.
Su Xiaolu grabbed Hu Daniu's hand and took his pulse. Then, she put it down and said to Su Xiaozhi, "Aunt, Uncle has four hours."
After Hu Daniu woke up, he could last for four hours. This was enough time for him to settle his funeral matters.
Knowing that Hu Daniu only had four hours left, the children started crying.
Hu Niu wanted to hug them, but he was so weak that his limbs wouldn't listen to him. He couldn't lift them.
He could only look at the children with heartache and say gently, "Shuangshuang, Shou, Yang, be good. Don't cry. You have to listen to mother, understand?"
Hu Shuangshuang nodded as she wiped her tears.
Hu Changsheng also wiped his tears. He pursed his lips, sniffed, and nodded while holding back his tears.
The youngest Hu Changyang couldn't help but hug Hu Changshou's waist and cry softly.
Su Xiaozhi's tears kept falling and she kept wiping them away. Her heart was about to break.
Madam Cao could not cry, and her face was filled with grief.
Hu Daniu knew that he did not have much time left. He looked at Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao and apologized. "Third Brother, Third Sister-in-law, I'm sorry. I failed to let Xiaozhi lead a good life. I've let you down."
Hu Daniu still remembered that when he arranged the marriage with Su Xiaozhi back then, Madam Wang and Old Master Su had originally decided to marry Su Xiaozhi to a family with good conditions.
It was Su Sanlang who spoke for him, saying he believed in his diligence.
For more than ten years, he had always been grateful for Su Sanlang's trust. However, although he was diligent, in the end, he did not let Su Xiaozhi have a good life and even made her suffer so much now.
Hu Daniu felt very guilty.
Su Sanlang quickly said, "Brother-in-law, don't say that. You didn't let me down. You're a good person. That proves that I was right about you. You're worthy of Xiaozhi's trust for the rest of her life."
"Brother-in-law, don't worry. I'll take care of the children and Xiaozhi in the future and not let them be bullied."
Su Sanlang looked at Hu Daniu firmly and said. Su Xiaozhi was his sister. She was a good sister. Logically speaking, he could not ignore her when she was in trouble.
Hu Daniu felt guilty, but there was nothing he could do.
Madam Zhao also said, "Brother-in-law, don't worry. We will take care of Xiaozhi, Changshou and Changyang."
Of course, Madam Zhao supported Su Sanlang.
She also believed in Su Xiaozhi's character. She was worthy of their help.
There were tears in Hu Daniu's eyes. He choked and said, "Thank you all. There's no way to repay your kindness in this life. In the next life, I'm willing to do anything for you."
His lifelong happiness had been because of Su Sanlang's trust. He was grateful to Su Sanlang, but he was truly incompetent. He had never repaid Su Sanlang in this life.
On his deathbed, he still had to ask Su Sanlang to help take care of his family.
In my next life. In my next life, I'll do anything to repay you. He thought.
"Mother, I'm sorry."
Hu Daniu looked at Madam Cao, tears rolling down his face.
He knew how much grief he would bring to her before he died, but he was already powerless to reverse the situation. All his words turned into an apology.
I'm sorry for leaving first, mother. He thought.
Madam Cao had cried her eyes out for him. His family had become poor because of him. He felt guilty.
Madam Cao's eyes were filled with sorrow as she shook her head repeatedly. "No, no. You're my good son."
Madam Cao wailed in pain and fainted.
Hu Daniu's heart ached when he saw this. She was sending her own son off. How could she bear such pain?
Madam Cao was unconscious. Su Xiaolu went to see her, but she was too sad. Now that she was in so much pain, it was good for her to take her time.
Madam Zhao and Su Sanlang sent Madam Cao back to her room.
Su Xiaolu also went out.
This last moment should be left to their family.
When Su Xiaolu came out, Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao looked sad. Madam Zhao asked softly, " Simei, is there really no other way?"
Su Xiaolu shook her head silently. Hu Daniu's body had already weakened and there was nothing she could do.
It was like a wooden barrel full of holes. No amount of water could fill it.
Su Sanlang sighed.
Madam Zhao comforted him and said, "Sanlang, let's help Xiaozhi more when the time comes. She will get through it and her days will get better."
With their help, Su Xiaozhi could also carry this family. When this hurdle was over, it would be easier.
Chapter 175: Last Words
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Su Sanlang nodded.
Their family didn't go in, leaving enough space for Su Xiaozhi and Hu Daniu.
Inside the house.
Hu Daniu looked at Su Xiaozhi with heartache and said, "Xiaozhi, it's been hard on you. I'm sorry to disappoint you in the end."
Hu Daniu's heart ached. Although he could not wake up, he knew Su Xiaozhi's care and words.
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They were supposed to support each other for the rest of their lives, but he broke his promise halfway through. Su Xiaozhi would have a hard time carrying the family alone.
"Daniu, don't say that."
Su Xiaozhi wiped away her tears and looked at Hu Daniu with red eyes. She was gentle and reluctant. She carefully stroked Hu Daniu's cheek and said gently, "Da Niu, don't worry. I will protect our family well."
"I'll take good care of Mother and take care of her until her death. I'll also raise our children well and see them get married and have children. Remember to walk slowly on the other side, or I won't be able to catch up with you."
Su Xiaozhi swallowed her throat and swallowed the pain in her heart.
She had to pull herself together at this last moment.
She looked at the three children gently and wiped their tears away. "Don't cry. Go and boil some water. Let's wash Daddy up."
Hu Shuangshuang nodded.
Hu Daniu looked at Hu Changshou and gently instructed, "Shou, you're the eldest son. In the future, after I leave, you'll be a little man. You have to protect your mother and your sister and brother on my behalf, understand?"
Hu Changsheng wiped his tears and replied loudly, "Father, I know. I will do it."
Hu Daniu nodded in relief. "Good child, I believe you will do it."
Hu Changyang was still very young. He cried and said, "Father, I'll be good in the future. Can you not leave? I don't want you to leave."
Hu Daniu's heart ached. He sighed and comforted Hu Changyang, "Yang, don't cry. Daddy won't leave. Daddy is just going to another place. Daddy will protect you from another place."
Hu Daniu looked at Hu Changshou and said solemnly, "Shou, after I leave, you have to be filial to your mother. Your mother has worked too hard. If there's a man who's willing to protect your mother in the future, you have to guard her well for me. If he truly treats your mother well, you have to hand your mother over to him, understand? I hope that without me, there will be someone who can love your mother well on your father's behalf."
"Daniu, I forbid you to say that."
Su Xiaozhi came back to her senses and immediately said sternly.
Hu Changshou nodded with tears in his eyes. He looked at Su Xiaozhi and said to Hu Daniu, "Dad, don't worry. I'll remember this."
Su Xiaozhi cried and shook her head. "Daniu, I won't allow you to say that. I won't love anyone else anymore."
Hu Daniu looked at Su Xiaozhi with a gentle expression. "Xiaozhi, I love you, but my life is too short. You still have a long time to live. If someone loves you for me, I'll be happy for you."
"Xiaozhi, I can still open my eyes to look at you, at mother, and at the children. I have no regrets. Help me comb my hair. I want to stay with you for a while in these last moments. Changshou, bring your brother out."
Hu Daniu looked at Su Xiaozhi gently and said slowly.
Hu Changshou nodded obediently and took Hu Changyang out.
Su Xiaozhi's tears flowed as she got up to get a wooden comb. She knelt at the head of the bed and combed Hu Daniu's hair.
Hu Daniu's pale face revealed a blissful smile. He said slowly, "It feels like we're back to when we got married."
Su Xiaozhi was gentle and diligent. She was like a warm lake, warmed by her side. Such a good woman was his wife. He was so happy.
His family was not rich, and his in-laws loved to humiliate him. For this reason, Su Xiaozhi did not want him to accompany her.
Su Xiaozhi was very good. That was great. He wasn't lucky enough to spend the rest of his life with her.
So he couldn't hold her back from happiness for the rest of her life.
After combing his hair, Hu Shuangshuang brought hot water over. Su Xiaozhi gently wiped Hu Daniu's body.
She changed his clothes again so that he could go clean.
"Xiaozhi, go get mother. I want to talk to her."
Hu Daniu said gently to Su Xiaozhi.
Su Xiaozhi nodded with red eyes. She looked at Hu Daniu and finally got up to leave.
Time passed too quickly. Two hours passed without doing anything.
Su Xiaozhi personally woke Madam Cao up.
Madam Cao woke up and grabbed Su Xiaozhi's hand anxiously. "Daniu, Daniu..."
Madam Cao's heart almost stopped. She was too useless. Why did she faint?
Su Xiaozhi hurriedly said, "Mother, don't be anxious. Daniu is still waiting for you. He wants to talk to you."
When Madam Cao heard this, she heaved a sigh of relief and quickly got up.
Su Xiaozhi helped her over. Madam Cao entered the house, but Su Xiaozhi did not.
She stayed outside, sitting quietly.
After Madam Cao entered the house, she went straight to the bed and squatted down at the side. When she saw Hu Daniu's expression, she couldn't help but feel hurt. This was her son.
Hu Daniu smiled at Madam Cao. "Mother, don't cry. Your son wants to talk to you."
Madam Cao nodded. "My son, go ahead. Mother is listening."
Hu Daniu was going to give her his last words. How could Madam Cao make him worry?
Hu Daniu looked at Madam Cao and said slowly, "Mother, after I go, don't hurt yourself anymore. Take good care of your body. It's too hard for Xiaozhi to be alone. You have to help her."
Madam Cao nodded. "Okay, okay, mother promises you."
Hu Daniu smiled and said, "Mother, if... Xiaozhi meets a good person she can trust in the future, you can't stop her. I hope you can send Xiaozhi to get married. Mother, promise me, okay?"
Madam Cao was stunned. Her heart felt like it was being cut by a knife. Her lips trembled, and she couldn't bring herself to say yes.
Hu Daniu looked at Madam Cao and smiled. "Mother, Xiaozhi is only 31 years old. How can I bear to let her wait bitterly for me for decades? Shuangshuang will get married in the future, Xiaoshou and Xiaoyang will also grow up and have families. They will all have their own families. Xiaozhi will have no one to accompany her. She will be lonely without even someone to talk to. How can I let her work so hard?"
Su Xiaozhi was sincere to him. She had raised children for him for so many years. Now that he was going to pass away, how could he bear to see Su Xiaozhi suffer alone for the rest of her life?
It was the greatest blessing for him to wake up and give his last words.
Madam Cao looked at Hu Daniu. Seeing that her son was sincere, Madam Cao finally nodded and said, "Alright, I promise you. If she can meet a man who treats her as sincerely as you do, I will bless her and not stop her."
Hearing Madam Cao agree, Hu Daniu was relieved. He smiled and nodded. "Alright, alright. I'm relieved."
Madam Cao's heart ached. She carefully stroked Hu Daniu's face and sobbed, "My son, mother can't bear to leave you."
Chapter 176: No Regrets
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Once they parted, they would never see each other again.
Even if there was a path to the netherworld, mother and son were not fated. If there was really a second life, they would not know each other even if they stood in front of each other.
At that time, she would not know whose wife or mother she was, nor did he know whose husband or son he was.
Hu Daniu smiled gently at Madam Cao and said slowly, "Mother, I'll be your son again in my next life. Please forgive me for being unfilial in this life."
He was the only child of the Hu family. When his father was alive, he had given all his love to him.
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So had his Mother. He had been unfilial.
Madam Cao shook her head sadly.
It couldn't be helped. She was just so heartbroken.
Hu Daniu had said a lot and his breath was very weak. He did not know how long he could last. He said to Madam Cao, "Mother, I want to eat the noodles you made."
He was finally going on this last journey. He had said everything he needed to say. He had no regrets anymore.
Hearing that Hu Daniu wanted to eat noodles, Madam Cao hurriedly got up trembling. She said to Hu Daniu, "Alright, wait for me. I'll make it for you now. Don't worry, Third Brother and Third Sister-in-law are here. They've brought noodles. Don't worry, they'll help Xiaozhi."
Madam Cao slowly went out. Seeing Su Xiaozhi and the children waiting anxiously outside the house, Madam Cao said gently to Su Xiaozhi, "Xiaozhi, Daniu wants to eat the noodles I make. I'll make them. You and the children can go in and accompany him."
Su Xiaozhi nodded and brought Hu Shuangshuang, Hu Changshou, and Hu Changyang into the house.
Madam Cao was just about to ask Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao for help.
Madam Zhao went forward to support Madam Cao and said gently, "Auntie, let us help you."
Madam Cao nodded. "Okay, thank you."
Madam Cao looked at Su Xiaolu and said gently, "Xiaolu, I don't have enough strength in my hands. Can you give me two more injections? These noodles are only delicious when they're made with strength."
Su Xiaolu nodded. "No problem."
Everyone knew that Hu Daniu was going to go after taking this bite.
Madam Cao was injured and she didn't have the strength, but she would be fine after injecting two needles.
Su Sanlang lit a fire and boiled water.
Madam Zhao went to get the flour.
Madam Cao personally mixed the dough and carefully kneaded it. Finally, she pulled the dough apart and cut it into noodles.
After boiling in water, a little lard, salt, shallots, and half a bowl of noodle soup was scooped out and placed in a bowl. This simple bowl of noodles is cooked.
Madam Cao carried it over slowly.
Su Xiaozhi took the bowl and said, "Mother, let me feed him."
Madam Cao nodded.
Hu Daniu's consciousness was no longer very clear.
Su Xiaozhi called out to him softly, "Daniu, the noodles are ready. Open your mouth..."
Hu Daniu opened his eyes. His lover in front of him was already blurry. He smiled and ate his noodles.
He no longer had the strength to chew. He just swallowed. He nodded slightly and said contentedly, "Delicious."
After two bites, Hu Daniu could not swallow anymore. He said gently, "Xiao Zhi, mother, I'm full. Thank you."
He blinked. His vision was getting blurry. He wanted to take another good look, but he was so tired.
"All of you ... be ... well."
With great effort, Hu Daniu finished the last sentence and slowly closed his eyes.
Everyone was quiet.
After a long while, Su Xiaozhi called Hu Daniu softly. Hu Daniu did not move and did not open his eyes again. Only then did Su Xiaozhi and the children cry out in pain.
Su Xiaozhi pounced on Hu Daniu and cried, "Daniu, Daniu, open your eyes and look at me again."
The three children also cried and shouted, "Father, look at us again."
Madam Cao also whimpered. She looked at Hu Daniu. "My son, my son..."
Hu Daniu had finally come to the end of his life.
Whether it was mother and son or husband and child and father, they all ended at this moment.
Since Hu Daniu was dead, they naturally had to hold a funeral.
After Su Xiaozhi's pain, she pulled herself together and presided over Hu Daniu's funeral.
Su Sanlang gave Su Xiaozhi a few taels of silver to help with the funeral.
Su Xiaolu had also prescribed a few medicines for Madam Cao. Madam Cao's eyes were injured from crying too much. She would recover after taking the medicine.
Hu Daniu was already cleaned up very well and left very decently.
Su Xiaozhi pulled herself together, and so did Madam Cao.
Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao discussed staying behind to help with the funeral arrangements. Madam Zhao went home first.
The husband and wife worked together, and there was no lack of people at home. As for Su Xiaozhi, she would make plans after Hu Daniu's funeral.
Madam Zhao nodded and left with Su Xiaolu.
It was dark when they got home.
Su Chong, Su Hua, and the others were having dinner at Chen Hu's house.
Seeing Su Xiaolu and Madam Zhao return, Chen Hu and Madam Qian hurriedly called them over for dinner.
After sitting down, Madam Qian asked with concern, "Sister-in-law, how is it? Is Xiaozhi's family alright?"
Chen Hu also looked concerned. Since Su Sanlang had not returned, something must have happened.
Madam Zhao sighed and said, "Xiaozhi's husband, Hu Daniu passed away today. This year, Hu Daniu's father passed away. A few months ago, Hu Daniu fell and injured his head. He has been unconscious since then. We called Xiaolu to take a look. There's nothing we can do because it's too late. Xiaolu woke him up and he left his last words in peace."
"Xiaozhi's mother-in-law also cried until she was blind. Sigh..."
Thinking of this, Madam Zhao felt that it was a pity. If only she had known earlier.
However, Su Xiaozhi did not want to drag them down. After all, it was their lives.
Chen Hu and Madam Qian remained silent for a long time before sighing.
Su Chong, Su Hua, and the other children did not speak, but they all sympathized with Su Xiaozhi.
Chen Hu sighed and asked, "Sister-in-law, what will happen to Xiaozhi in the future? It's too hard on her to raise three children alone."
Without a pillar of support at home, she might even be bullied a lot.
Madam Zhao sighed and said, "We don't know yet. Sanlang said that we'll discuss it after Hu Daniu's funeral."
Madam Qian said, "Sister-in-law, why don't we get Xiaozhi's family to make sauerkraut together with us? She's Eldest Brother's biological sister. We can trust her."
There was a lot of demand in the shop now, and there wasn't enough to sell. Both families were very busy. If they called Su Xiaozhi and her family over, it would make it easier.
Most importantly, Su Xiaozhi could be trusted.
Chen Hu also said, "Sister-in-law, I think that's fine too. You can discuss it with Big Brother later. We have no objections. If it's Xiaozhi, we trust her."
Su Xiaozhi had suffered so much, but she didn't come to find Su Sanlang. She didn't want to burden Su Sanlang. This was enough to prove that she had Su Sanlang's family in her heart. She also sincerely hoped that Su Sanlang's family would be well.
It was difficult for such a good sister to come and help. She was not jealous when she was rich. What mattered was love. There was no need to worry about roping her in.
Madam Zhao was touched. She had actually thought about it before. She planned to discuss it with Su Sanlang and Chen Hu after Hu Dashan's funeral.
Chapter 177: Helping Hand
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
Now that Chen Hu and his wife had already considered it, Madam Zhao looked at Chen Hu and Madam Qian gratefully and said, "Alright, when Sanlang comes back, I'll tell him. Hu, Sister-in-law, thank you."
At any time, sincere feelings were the most precious.
Chen Hu and Madam Qian looked at each other and smiled. Chen Hu smiled and said, "Sister-in-law, we're family."
Since they were family, they should help each other and support each other to move forward.
Everyone was united. This was the only way to go far.
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Madam Zhao was moved to tears. She nodded solemnly. "Yes, yes."
They understood each other so well because they were family.
The children all looked at each other, then smiled silently in unison.
The next morning, Su Xiaolu entered the town together and returned to the Sun residence.
Madam Lian also came over to ask if she needed help.
Su Xiaolu smiled and shook her head.
Her family would help to overcome her aunt's difficulties.
With the family working together, nothing was impossible.
On August 20, Hu Dashan was buried and everything was settled.
After burying Hu Dashan, Su Sanlang returned home.
He planned to discuss with Madam Zhao tonight before discussing with Chen Hu and his family.
They were going to lend Su Xiaozhi a helping hand.
Old Master Su's family knew that Hu Dashan had passed away, but they didn't even go take a look.
They did not go. Su Xiaozhi was just a little sad. There was nothing she could not get over.
At night, after the couple fell asleep, Su Sanlang said to Madam Zhao, "Darling, I have something to discuss with you."
Madam Zhao nodded. "Sanlang, tell me. I'm listening. Tell me first, then I'll tell you something too."
She wanted to talk to Su Sanlang, too.
Su Sanlang said, "Darling, in order to treat Dashan and his mother's illness, Xiaozhi owed a lot of money to her people. Now that Dashan is dead, everyone is chasing after her for money. They're cold-hearted and have no empathy for Xiaozhi. I paid fifteen taels for Xiaozhi, and she insisted on writing an IOU. The children are young and Dashan's mother's eyes need continuous medicine, I thought to ask Xiaozhi to help us make sauerkraut."
"Let's pay her wages so she can get on with her life."
Su Sanlang's heart turned cold when he thought of how the Hu family members had started to press for debts right after Hu Dashan was buried.
The coldness of human nature was vividly displayed at that moment.
Madam Zhao was also surprised. She quickly asked, "What happened?"
Su Sanlang sighed and told her what had happened.
He knew that it was only right to repay a debt, but Hu Dashan had just died. Su Xiaozhi did not even have the time to catch her breath. Where would she get money from?
However, at that time, the Hu family members did not care about this at all and insisted that Su Xiaozhi return the money. No matter how Su Xiaozhi promised that she would definitely return it, they did not believe it and insisted on her proving herself. How could he stand such a thing?
The Hu family bullied Su Xiaozhi when Hu Dashan died. Su Xiaozhi was a woman, and Madam Cao was a blind mother-in-law. People also believed that Madam Cao would die soon, so they bullied her mercilessly.
Madam Zhao sighed and said, "Sanlang, you did the right thing. Xiaozhi is suffering too much. We should help her."
Su Xiaozhi actually needed her family's help at this time.
But at that time, no one from the Su family went. Her brothers and parents did not appear, which made people feel that Su Xiaozhi was easy to bully.
As she thought about it, Madam Zhao sympathized with Su Xiaozhi, but she also felt that it was very sad.
Fortunately, they went to see Su Xiaozhi. Fortunately, Su Sanlang was there to help Su Xiaozhi.
"Darling, as long as you don't blame me."
Madam Zhao's magnanimity made Su Sanlang feel warm in his heart.
Although the world was cold-hearted, there were also people who wanted to warm your heart without regrets. That was enough.
Madam Zhao leaned against Su Sanlang's arm and smiled. "Sanlang, if I had brothers and sisters, would you blame me if I did this?"
Su Sanlang blurted out without thinking, "Of course not."
How could he possibly blame her? He would only support her.
After saying that, Su Sanlang belatedly realized the meaning behind Madam Zhao's words.
Madam Zhao smiled gently. "That's right. If you don't blame me, how can I blame you? You treat me well, so I will definitely treat you well too."
Su Sanlang hugged Madam Zhao tightly and said gently, "Darling, thank you."
Madam Zhao's heart softened. She said to Su Sanlang, "Sanlang, I came back a few days ago and told Hu Zi's family about Xiaozhi. Guess what he said?"
Su Sanlang winced. "What did Hu say?"
Listening to Madam Zhao's tone, Su Sanlang had guessed it.
Madam Zhao said, "Hu and his wife said that they want Xiaozhi to do business with us. They trust her."
It was difficult for them not to trust someone as nice as Su Xiaozhi.
Su Sanlang's heart warmed. He relaxed and said firmly, "Darling, we will definitely get better and better."
"We'll tell Hu and his wife tomorrow."
Of course they had to tell them about something so important.
Madam Zhao nodded.
She agreed, of course.
Madam Zhao was a little worried. "But Xiaozhi is still too far away."
It was too far away. If Su Xiaozhi did not come over, it would be inconvenient. If they invited her over, she would probably be unwilling to move over.
That was a problem too. Su Sanlang thought for a moment and said, "I'll take the time to talk to Xiaozhi. It's best if her family can move over. If they're unwilling, we'll think of something."
He had to discuss with Madam Qian first before discussing with Su Xiaozhi.
Su Sanlang and Madam Zhao told Madam Chen Hu and Madam Qian about this the next day.
Chen Hu and Madam Qian had no objections. They trusted Su Xiaozhi.
Sometimes, when they heard Chen Daniu and Chen Erniu say that one should not suspect their employees, they felt that this was the case. As long as they believed in Su Xiaozhi, they would trust her wholeheartedly.
Chen Hu and Madam Qian had no objections, so Su Sanlang took the time to go to Xiaohu Village again.
With the money he left behind, Su Xiaozhi's days were pretty good. When she saw Su Sanlang coming, she immediately called him into the house. Su Xiaozhi went to get water.
Hu Shuangshuang, Hu Changshou, and Hu Changyang all obediently called him Third Uncle.
Madam Cao also called him Sanlang affectionately.
After drinking the water, Su Sanlang said, "Aunt, Xiaozhi, I have something to discuss with you today. Xiaozhi, sit down and listen to me first."
Su Sanlang told Su Xiaozhi his thoughts.
He hoped that Su Xiaozhi and Madam Cao could move away from Xiaohu Village and settle down in Southern Mountain Village. That way, they would be close and there would be someone to take care of each other. He hoped that Su Xiaozhi could do the sauerkraut and pickles business together with him.
After earning money, he would let Hu Changshou and Hu Changyang go to school.
Su Xiaozhi listened quietly. After that, she didn't agree immediately. She had her concerns.
Su Xiaozhi did not speak, but Madam Cao spoke, "I agree. If we stay here, our family's land will be targeted by them. It will be difficult for us two women to guard it. We might as well sell it."
Chapter 178: Believe in Third Brother
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
The people in the family said that women wouldn't be able to finish planting them anyway. The rest of the family would just help them plant in the land and give them 10% of the harvests.
Most of the people in Xiaohu Village were from the Hu family. The orphans and widows were ostracized and had no one to rely on. Although they said that they would get 10% of the harvests, no one knew how much they would get in the end.
Some things would become someone else's if they occupied them, but Su Sanlang was honest and sincere. He was sincerely helping them, and they could trust him.
He didn't make it sound as beautiful as the Hu family, but he was sincere. The Hu family wouldn't pity the orphans and widows who have a hard time raising their children, nor would they offer to help out with some money or something.
But that's what Su Sanlang would say. He kept his word, giving silver to the family.
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Madam Cao looked at Su Sanlang and said seriously, "Sanlang, I trust you. I agree with this matter. We can still live after we move."
They could live anywhere as long as they could live well. Besides, they were not alone when they went to Southern Mountain Village. They had relatives, so they would not be at a loss for what to do.
Su Xiaozhi had also told them about Su Sanlang. The fact that Su Sanlang could have his current life proved that he was a good person. Him helping Su Xiaozhi also proved that he was a good person. What could they not trust?
Su Sanlang looked at Madam Cao and said, "Aunt, thank you for believing me. I promise you that I won't treat Xiaozhi badly. I'll do whatever I promise. When the children grow up and want to come back, I'll support them."
Hu Changshou and Hu Changyang were from the Hu family. If they still wanted to come back and settle down when they became adults in the future, he would also support them.
Madam Cao nodded. "Okay."
Madam Cao looked at Su Xiaozhi and said, "Xiaozhi, just agree. Let's replace the land. If Shou and Yang want to come back in the future, they can come back."
Su Xiaozhi looked at Madam Cao and then at the three children. She nodded. "Alright, I'll listen to mother."
Here, without a pillar of support, they were indeed bullied.
With Third Brother in South Mountain Village, she could settle down. Most importantly, Hu Changshou and Hu Changyang would have a chance to study.
Studying was always the best way out. If she stayed in Xiaohu Village, her two sons would not have had a chance to study. This was why Su Xiaozhi could not resist the offer.
After Su Xiaozhi agreed, Madam Cao and Su Xiaozhi personally went to the village chief to sell the land.
Luckily, the village chief did not make things difficult for them. He said that he would help ask around.
They packed up and emptied the house. When the time came, they just needed to lock the door.
Everything that could be used inside was taken away. Even if someone searched inside, they would not be able to find anything useful.
Su Sanlang also went back.
He had discussed with Madam Zhao about building a house for Su Xiaozhi's family next to Chen Hu's house. When they came over, they would have a place to stay.
Su Sanlang was going to build a house again, and it was for his sister who married off.
Many people in the village praised him. When talking about Su Sanlang, it was inevitable that they would mention Old Master Su. Now, people would only say that Old Master Su's family was really unlucky.
If he didn't push Su Sanlang out, their lives would be so good.
How glorious would they be now.
When he heard the news, his family was even more depressed. Old Master Su fainted from anger. When he woke up, Madam Wang sat by the bed and cried. Seeing that Old Master Su had woken up, Madam Wang heaved a sigh of relief and said, "Old man, you scared me to death. Without you, what would I do?"
The moment Old Master Su fell, Madam Wang was frightened.
Old Master Su was her everything. If he collapsed, how could she live?
It could be said that Old Master Su was the Wang Consortium's trump card at home.
It was her confidence in suppressing Madam Li and Madam Zhou. Old Master Su was the head of the Su family, so everyone in the Su family had to listen to him.
Only Su Sanlang had a rebellious bone.
Thinking of Su Sanlang, Madam Wang seethed with hatred. "That heartless thing. He's deliberately trying to anger us to death."
Old Master Su sighed. "Stop crying. You're annoying me."
Thinking about how Su Sanlang would rather take care of his married daughter than give the family any benefits, Old Master Su's heart ached. What an unfilial son.
If they hadn't severed ties back then, he could have dealt with him properly.
But after severing ties, he didn't even have the right to deal with him.
It was too late to be angry or hateful. If they'd known he would be so disobedient, they wouldn't have had him back then. But they didn't know.
The smooth sailing of Su Sanlang's family made his family seem even more unhappy.
Su Dalang and Su Erlang were lazy and could not bear hardship.
Madam Li and Madam Zhou were at loggerheads. Whoever did more work would have to think of a way to get back at the other. No one was willing to suffer a loss.
The older grandchildren weren't willing to take a loss either. At the age of matchmaking, it was a lot of money.
Su Qing and Su Shun were also disappointing and had no hope of making a name for themselves.
Old Master Su sighed. He felt terrible.
Madam Wang quietened down and waited for Old Master Su to catch his breath.
Old Master Su glanced at Madam Wang and asked, "Have they gone to the fields?"
Madam Wang said gloomily, "No, they said that you weren't awake and they couldn't work properly."
Old Master Su was furious. What kind of lousy excuse was that? They were clearly slacking off. He stood up trembling and said, "Help me out."
As soon as Old Master Su came out, Su Dalang and Su Erlang's families immediately surrounded him and asked with concern.
But it was all fake.
Old Master Su said coldly, "I'm not dead. Why are you all standing in the house? Do you all not need to eat anymore? Do you think the food in the fields will come back by itself if you don't collect it? Let Yufang stay at home to help cook. All of you go to the fields to harvest the food. Whoever doesn't go, don't eat at night. Whoever doesn't want to live their lives will cut ties with me like Su Sanlang. You won't take a single cent from me and lead your family out to plan your own path!"
Old Master Su had shown his might. Su Dalang and Su Erlang's hearts trembled and they hurriedly expressed their loyalty.
"Father, we don't have those thoughts. Calm down. I'll go with my wife to harvest the food."
Su Erlang hurriedly said. After saying that, he called Madam Zhou and Su Lei out, leaving his youngest daughter, Su Yufang, at home.
Su Dalang also reacted and hurriedly said, "Father, mother, we don't dare to be rebellious. I'll be your son for the rest of my life. I'll bring them to the ground immediately."
Su Dalang immediately brought Madam Li and Su Chaosu down.
They had felt Old Master Su's anger just now. If they dared to disobey, they would end up like Su Sanlang.
Although they never admitted that Su Sanlang was better than them, that was the truth. If they got kicked out like Su Sanlang, with nothing in their names, there would be no way for the family to survive. They would starve to death before winter, let alone survive it.
Su Yufang, who was left behind, did not want to work. However, Madam Wang would not be polite to her. She shouted sternly, "You damned money-losing piece of trash. Hurry up and feed the pigs. I'll wash your uncle's dirty clothes later. You only know how to slack off. What's the use of raising you!"
Chapter 179: Su Xiaozhi Joins
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
After Madam Wang finished shouting at Su Yufang, she saw that Su Yufang had gone to work. She turned around and stroked Old Master Su's heart worriedly. "Old man, don't be angry. It's not good for your health."
Madam Wang was terrified by Old Master Su's collapse. She could speak harshly to anyone, but she would always be obedient to Old Master Su.
Old Master Su sighed and said, "I'm fine, don't worry."
He knew he was going to have to make a change. This family was ridiculously lazy. If he didn't straighten it out, sooner or later it was going to fall apart.
They can't beat Su Sanlang, but they couldn't let him laugh at them.
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The effect of Old Master Su's pressure was very obvious. Seeing that he was fine, Madam Wang was relieved.
Since Old Master Su was in charge of outsiders, she would take care of the internal affairs. Since the old man had said that they could not slack off, no one could slack off.
In the blink of an eye, it was the end of September.
Not far from Chen Hu's house, Su Xiaozhi's new home was gradually taking shape.
There were six rooms. There was also a large plot of land behind the house that could be used to grow vegetables in the future.
Su Xiaozhi's family had already moved in with Su Xiaolu's family.
With two families living together, it was much livelier.
Su Xiaozhi and her daughter, Hu Shuangshuang, had already begun to help marinate sauerkraut and pickles. Madam Cao would also help wash the vegetables.
Hu Changshou took care of Hu Changyang and Chen Shi. He usually helped to boil hot water.
These two months together had also brought everyone closer. Because they knew how to be considerate to each other, everyone fought to do the work. Perhaps it was because their hearts were warm and they were busy every day that they didn't feel tired.
Madam Cao's eyes slowly recovered over the past two months, and Su Xiaozhi's life began to move in a good direction.
The house was built by the end of October,
On the first of November, Su Xiaozhi moved to her new home with her family.
Su Xiaolu had also returned home. With her family, she held a new stool in her hand and walked toward Su Xiaozhi's new house. Everyone went to warm up Su Xiaozhi's new house.
People from the village also came to congratulate, delivering some eggs, chili, a few cabbages, and so on, adding a lot of liveliness to this house.
Su Xiaozhi supported Madam Cao. Beside her were three children. She looked at Su Sanlang with tears in her eyes. She choked and said, "Third Brother, Third Sister-in-law, thank you."
Su Sanlang was also moved. He stood side by side with Madam Zhao and said gently to Su Xiaozhi, "Xiaozhi, I wish you the best in the future."
The most difficult times have passed, so the days ahead are good ones.
Madam Zhao said with a gentle smile, "Xiaozhi, I also wish you happiness after all that suffering."
The villagers who came to congratulate them also clapped their hands and said loudly, "Okay."
Su Xiaozhi's new home was undoubtedly lively.
The land from Xiaohu Village had also been replaced here. It was not far.
In addition to helping make sauerkraut and pickles, she had time to clear the land.
After everyone went home and closed the door, Su Xiaozhi said to the family, "We're a family. Uncle's family has helped us a lot. We have to be content with what we have. We can't be heartless people. We have to return the money for the house to your uncle."
"After we return this money, mother will send you to school, okay?"
Su Xiaozhi knew that Hu Changshou wanted to study very much. Su Sanlang had also said that he would send Hu Changshou to school. He would pay for the tuition, but Su Xiaozhi refused.
She had already received a lot of favors. Even if Su Sanlang didn't care and didn't need her to return them, she still guarded her bottom line.
She had to return this money. Even if she had to do it slowly.
Hu Changyang was still young and could wait, but Hu Changshou might not be able to study in time.
Su Xiaozhi's words were tactful, but Hu Changshou understood. He smiled at Su Xiaozhi and said, "Mother, I support you. What we owe Uncle should be repaid. I have already grown up. I will help you pay him back. I usually play with Eldest Cousin and Second Cousin, so I can learn from them."
After Hu Daniu passed away, Hu Changshou matured a lot.
He only knew that Su Sanlang's family was better off, but like Su Xiaozhi, he was grateful for Su Sanlang's family's help. He could not be greedy.
It was good enough that he could read a few words.
The assets of Su Sanlang's family were also built bit by bit.
Their family should be the same, not thinking about coveting other people's families to enrich themselves. If he did that, he would only bring shame to his mother, and his father would not be at peace. He would also look down on himself.
Therefore, Hu Changshou firmly told Su Xiaozhi that he would bear the responsibility that his father had given him. He would also become Su Xiaozhi's tree and shield her from the wind and rain in the future.
"Good."
Su Xiaozhi didn't expect Hu Changshou to have such ambition. She was very gratified.
"Good child, it's a principle passed down by our ancestors to save the desperate but not the poor. You can't lose your backbone. Your father will be proud of you in the afterlife."
Madam Cao looked impressed. She was very proud that the Hu family had such a grandson.
In time, the little boy would grow up to become a man and support this family.
Hu Changshou was a little embarrassed by the praise, but he was also more determined.
Hu Shuangshuang smiled and said, "Mother, I'll help too."
Hu Shuangshuang was already mature. The changes in her family made her more mature and sensible. She was very envious of her uncle's family working together, but looking at her own family, she also felt very happy.
Perhaps his family would never be as good as his uncle's, but as long as the family was united, they could live as well as possible.
Hu Changyang did not understand these things. He only tried his best to express his thoughts. He pointed at himself and said, "Obedient."
He'll be very obedient.
Su Xiaozhi pulled the three children into her arms. She shed tears, but she was smiling.
Madam Cao's expression was gentle as she went forward to hug Su Xiaozhi. In the past, Su Xiaozhi was her daughter-in-law, but from now on, Su Xiaozhi would only be her daughter.
Su Xiaozhi's parents didn't come today. It would be a lie to say that they weren't sad.
But so be it. If they didn't want Su Xiaozhi, so be it. If they didn't love Su Xiaozhi, she did.
As such, Su Xiaozhi's family settled down in Southern Mountain Village.
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Su Xiaolu and Su Xiaoling were still awake.
Su Xiaoling was counting the banknotes repeatedly. She counted many times before finally confirming that it was really ten thousand taels of silver.
Su Xiaolu nestled under the blanket and watched.
"My heart is racing, Xiaolu."
Su Xiaoling felt that her mouth was dry and her heart was beating too fast. This 10,000 taels was hers. Her sister had given it to her. This was 10,000 taels. She had given it to her just like that.
"Do you know how much this is, Xiaolu?!"
Su Xiaoling was too agitated to fall asleep. She paced around under the bed.
Su Xiaolu smiled and blinked. "Sister, calm down. I have more money than you. The entire Minggu is mine. Master left me money when he left. There are also many keys."
Chapter 180: Being Followed 1
Translator: Atlas Studios Editor: Atlas Studios
The old man really doted on her. He left everything to her.
He wasn't afraid that a child like her would mess around.
Sometimes. The old man treated her like a child, but sometimes he didn't treat her like a child at all.
Su Xiaolu had never left this place, so she did not know how rich Minggu was. However, the old man's generosity did not stop her from fantasizing about Minggu's wealth.
"Sister, you have to learn how to brew medicine from me in the future. Master sent me a letter asking me to build up my foundation. Soon, a master with strong martial arts will come to teach me martial arts. I won't be able to find time to brew medicine."
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The old man had sent a letter a few days ago. It said that her master was already on his way and would arrive in less than two months. He told her to train herself well and not be despised when the time came.
The cooperation with Madam Lian was already profitable. The follow-up of the scar removal medicine could not be stopped. Su Xiaolu directly taught this to Su Xiaoling.
If she went to Sun residence now, Su Xiaoling would go with her.
Su Xiaoling took a few deep breaths before saying, "Xiaolu, I will definitely learn well."
"Sister, can we sleep now?"
Su Xiaolu yawned.
Su Xiaoling put away the banknotes and climbed into bed. Su Xiaolu naturally snuggled into her arms and soon fell asleep.
Su Xiaoling sighed and secretly kissed Su Xiaolu's forehead. "Xiaolu, thank you."
With such a good sister, she would have tens of thousands of taels of silver every year in the future. She would not be able to spend such wealth in a few lifetimes.
Su Xiaolu made sure that she would never have to worry about money again.
It was nice to be able to spend every day of her life feeling happy.
The next day, Su Xiaolu went into town with her family.
When she arrived in town and went to Sun residence with Su Xiaoling, Su Xiaolu started to let Su Xiaoling learn how to brew medicine. She kept an eye on her.
Su Xiaoling was nervous. "Xiaolu, you should do it. I'm afraid I'll ruin it."
This pot cost thousands of taels of silver. Su Xiaoling's heart ached just thinking about it. It was fine if she helped grind the herbs and concoct the medicine, but if she had to brew it herself, she would panic.
Su Xiaolu put her hands behind her back and said in an old-fashioned tone, "What are you afraid of? It's the same as you making medicinal cuisine. You've just gotten used to it. It's normal for you to spoil a few pots."
Su Xiaolu felt that she was becoming more and more like the old man.
Looking at her third sister now, she felt like she was a disciple teaching her own disciple. Her own family was definitely the best. Even if they did not do well, it was not their fault.
Moreover, the pressure to study was already very high. If she continued to pressure Su Xiaoling, wouldn't she be even more tired? This wouldn't do.
That was why she asked Su Xiaoling to do it boldly. If it went bad, so be it.
Su Xiaoling's heart ached. How could this happen?
Alright, seeing that Su Xiaolu didn't care at all and only asked her to do as she pleased, Su Xiaoling became even more focused. She definitely couldn't make a mistake and fail!
Sun Baoshan and Sun Baoqian often came to look for Su Xiaolu and Su Xiaoling.
They often ate medicinal cuisine, and their faces were red.
Su Xiaoling had been in charge for a month, so she did not need Su Xiaolu to watch over her anymore.
Su Xiaolu also began to train herself all day and dragged Sun Baoshan and Sun Baoqian along.
In late December, Su Xiaolu had yet to meet the master mentioned in the old man's letter.
She was getting depressed.
On December 22nd, after Sun Baoshan and Sun Baoqian were injected with needles, no black poison condensed on the tip of the needles.
Su Xiaolu took out a needle and said under Madam Lian's expectant gaze, "Auntie, the remaining poison in Brother Baoshan and Sister Baoqian's bodies has been cleared. Continue to take the medicine that nourishes the body. The medicinal cuisine will be served twice a month."
The remaining poison in their bodies had been cleared, but the weakness brought by Sun Baoshan and Sun Baoqian's mother's womb still needed to be nurtured.
Madam Lian's eyes were slightly red. After a year, her children had become healthier and healthier. Now that the residual poison in their bodies was gone, she was happy.
Sun Baoshan and Sun Baoqian didn't seem to be skin and bones. Their skin was fair with a hint of red. The two siblings looked different, but they were both very good-looking.
"Xiaolu, thank you."
Madam Lian looked at Su Xiaolu gratefully. It was all thanks to Su Xiaolu that her children could recover.
Su Xiaolu smiled.
Sun Baoqian was a little melancholic. She held Su Xiaolu's hand and asked, "Xiaolu, will you not come to our house anymore?"
Sun Baoshan also looked at Su Xiaolu nervously. Thinking that they would rarely meet in the future, he felt a little sad.
Su Xiaolu smiled and said, "No, I'll come often to check on you. We're good friends, and I'll visit you often."
"Can we come and play with you, then, Xiaolu?"
Sun Baoshan asked.
Su Xiaolu nodded. "Of course."
Sun Baoshan smiled and said, "Then it's settled."
Su Xiaolu's family lived in Southern Mountain Village and farmed for a living. He was in good health and would have many opportunities to go there in the future.
Spring was busy and autumn was harvest. He was in good health and could go and experience it.
Su Xiaolu was leaving the Sun residence. Sun Bocheng invited her to dinner and the family treated Su Xiaolu as an honored guest.
Sun Bocheng respectfully poured a cup of wine. He said, "Little divine doctor, thank you for saving my family. My Sun residence will definitely remember it."
In Su Xiaolu's cup was fruit tea.
Sun Ziqian and Madam Lian also stood up to thank her.
Sun Baoshan and Sun Baoqian were also thanking her.
Su Xiaolu was a little embarrassed.
After dinner, she packed her things and left the Sun residence.
The Sun residence had left that courtyard for Su Xiaoling.
Su Xiaoling would brew scar removal medicine and make medicinal cuisine for Sun Baoshan and Sun Baoqian there.
Su Xiaolu had returned home. She couldn't stay idle either. Every day, she had to go into town to help out.
As the new year approached, business was even better. It always sold out before noon.
Madam Zhao never let Su Xiaolu wash things. In Madam Zhao's opinion, Su Xiaolu's hands were the most precious.
Therefore, every time they cleaned up, Madam Zhao would let Su Xiaolu play with Chen Daniu and Chen Erniu for a while. If they liked candy, they would buy some candy.
Chen Daniu and Chen Erniu didn't buy candy. They just followed Su Xiaolu.
Su Xiaolu liked to look at the medicinal herbs dug up by the villagers in the countryside. Today was no exception.
But today she felt that she was being followed.
Chen Daniu and Chen Erniu didn't notice it. Seeing that Su Xiaolu kept frowning, Chen Daniu couldn't help but ask with concern, "What's wrong with Xiaolu? Are you feeling unwell?"
Chen Erniu was also a little worried. It was said that doctors did not treat themselves. If they were uncomfortable, they had to see a doctor quickly.
Su Xiaolu said, "It's fine. Let's go."
Su Xiaolu did not tell Chen Daniu and Chen Erniu that she was being followed for fear of scaring them.
Su Xiaolu was also afraid that it was not safe, so she decided to go back.
Back in the store, the stalker stopped following them.
Madam Zhao and Madam Qian had also gone to buy things. It was almost the new year, so they naturally had to buy some new year's goods.
Su Xiaolu, Chen Daniu and Chen Erniu were waiting in the shop.
After Su Chong, Su Hua, and Zhou Heng left school, Madam Zhao and Madam Qian returned not long after. Everyone went home together. On the way home, Su Xiaolu felt that someone was following her again.