Chapter 23: This Wife Is Hard to Please

don't forget the estate, shops, and a thousand acres of fertile land. I want to live in comfort and not have to bow down to others."Xu Huaiyi took a deep breath, "Daughter-in-law, your dream...""How...Xu Huaiyi wouldn't have the heart to choose a name. Right now, his mind is full of how to explain to his daughter-in-law and how to coax her so that he gets scolded less. If all else fails, maybe he'll have to kneel on the washboard again

The mule cart entered the village, dropping jaws so many that by the time people recovered, Xu Huaiyi was already far away, missing the chance to ask questions.

But that doesn't stop them from gossiping.

Someone tentatively asked, "Was that chivalry just now"

Someone mused, "That makes sense, but what about the cart"

Some people speculate, "Could it be borrowed from someone"

Someone immediately chimed in, their voice still a little excited, "The cart might be borrowed, but what about the stuff on it Didn't you guys see it Several sacks full! I don't know what they were filled with, but it looked like grain..."

"Wei Yi, this is... rich"

He's so honest that even three sticks can't beat him into talking, how could he get rich

"Wasn't I the only one who saw there was a child in the car"

"Right, and who is that child again"

One question after another, each one teasingly piqued everyone's interest. Someone winked and asked, “Do you think the Xu family knows about this”

"Just ask him, won't you"

Some people find it troublesome, "Forget it, all this roundabout way is too much effort! Just go straight up and ask the person directly, isn't that enough Honest people don't need to ask, you have to go find those shrewd ones from the Xu family, showing off how capable you are"

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At this moment, Xu Huaiyi had already entered the courtyard, parked the mule cart, and was frowning as he unloaded the grain. He hadn't even had time to give the boy a few instructions when he saw his wife come out of the house.

He instantly stiffened, smiling and striding forward eagerly, helpfully grasping her arm like he was attending to an elderly emperor, "My wife, how come you're out here already Didn't you lie down for a rest Where's our daughter Has she given you any trouble today"

When he was nervous, he became talkative. Gu Huanxi knew this better than anyone else. Seeing his fawning expression, she blurted out, "Did you get into trouble outside"

Xu Huaiyi subconsciously shook his head. "No."

"Really" Gu Huan asked softly, her gaze drifting from his face to the child not far away. She pinched a bit of flesh on his waist and twisted it. "Don't you hurry up and explain things clearly"

Xu Huaiyi hissed and sucked in cold air, "Wife, don't be angry. I said, I said, lightly, hiss, I was wrong. Wife, you shouldn't strike first and then speak..."

Gu Huanxi glared at him, "What's going on"

"Well, that is..." Xu Huaiyi didn't want to say anything, but he didn't know where to start. He was so worried that he scratched his ears and cheeks, wishing he could slap himself twice. You have a kind heart for nothing, making trouble out of thin air.

Well, let's see how the daughter-in-law gets through this one.

I was getting really impatient, and then I heard a sharp "Mother!" It was so clear and crisp, like the complete opposite of his sticky and clingy manner. This person was so direct and efficient!

That was a quick decision.

Now it's all clear, there's no need for him to struggle anymore. The matter is laid out plainly.

Xu Huaiyi actually let out a strangely relieved sigh.

But the result of this was also quite astonishing. Gu Huanxi was stunned by the sound of "Mama," her scalp tingling, and for a moment, her mind went blank. After a while, she found her voice and looked at the delicate child before her, squeezing out a kind smile. "Little friend...child, what did you just call me"

Could it be she was hearing things

However, to his mother's surprise, the child suddenly knelt before her, bowing deeply. "Mother," he said with reverence, "your son bows to you."

Gu Huaxi, "…”

Good fellow, you bow your head without a word.

Xu Huaiyi was completely stunned by this tactic. At this moment, all he could think was, this kid is truly cunning. He hasn't even spent time with his wife yet, and he already knows that this family is run by her

Otherwise, why didn't he call him father before, or kowtow to recognize him He was the one who brought him back. Hey, is his status so insignificant

After a moment, Gu Huan turned her head stiffly to look at Xu Huaiyi, grinding her teeth and asking, "I told you to buy grain, what did you bring me this big lump for"

"No, my dear daughter-in-law, you misunderstood. It wasn't bought..."

"That's..."

"It was picked up."

“...”

Gu Huan saw the guilty look in his eyes, dodging and weaving. He suddenly reacted, this was his old habit again! He was a real man, but he had a heart of a saint…

She angrily twisted him hard in the waist. She let go only when he was wincing in pain.

Xu Huaiyi's eyes welled up with tears. He quickly made an excuse and ran away, "Well, wife, I'll take the food into the house first to tidy it up. Maybe someone will come later..."

After he finished speaking, he carried the sack and disappeared.

Gu Huan sighed and exhaled, "The man is someone I chose myself. I can't get divorced, nor can I kill him. Besides cleaning up his mess, there's nothing else I can do."

Seeing the child still kneeling on the ground, her back straight and her face devoid of emotion, she suddenly felt a pang of sympathy. Since becoming a mother, she couldn't bear to see such a scene, even if it wasn't her own child.

"Child, please get up first."

Upon hearing this, he didn't insist. He stood up obediently, looking up at her. His voice still held a childish sweetness, but his expression was like that of a little adult. "If you adopt me, I will remember this kindness and won't let you regret it."

Gu Huan's heart skipped a beat, but instead of answering, she asked, "

What is your name Do you remember where your home was What about your biological parents

He lowered his eyes slightly, “My biological parents have both passed away. My hometown is Jixian Prefecture, but there are no relatives left in my family. That's why my parents entrusted me to someone else with their property. Who would have thought that this person was kind on the surface but cruel at heart After my parents were gone, he showed his true colors, beating and scolding me constantly. When the drought hit this year, he even wanted to sell me to a terrible place. I didn't want to die, so I escaped and found my own way out…”

At this, he lifted his head again to look at her, "As for the name, since I recognize you as my mother, I leave it up to you to choose."

Upon hearing this, Gu Huan's heart was filled with a complicated mix of emotions. He fell silent for a moment before letting out a helpless sigh, "Just use your previous name then. No need to choose a new one. Simply changing your surname will do."

Upon hearing this, he seemed a little surprised, but quickly responded, "Mother used to call me Little Fish."

"Little fish"

He naturally replied.

Gu Huanyi, "…"

This must be his nickname, right She doesn't know why he's reluctant to give his real name. She didn't press him for an answer though, everyone has secrets, and she's no exception.

Come in.

"Hmm..."

The two entered the house. Xu Huaiyi had already arranged the things he bought. The food was stacked in another bedroom, while he placed the purchased pots, pans, bowls, and cloth on the Eight Immortals table in the main hall. There was also that eye-catching cleaver.

As soon as he saw her, Xu Huaiyi immediately stepped forward with a flattering smile. "Are you hot Are you thirsty Have you had lunch I bought quite a few steamed buns from the county town, carrot and mutton ones. Would you like to try one Or would you like some water first"

Gu Huanxi gave him a 'shut up' look, and finally the sound around his ears quieted down.

It's no use trying to curry favor now.

She will settle the score with him sooner or later.riving side by side wouldn't feel cramped. As you go further in, the road becomes slightly narrower, but the condition is still good. This is much better than their Xujia Village.The villagers grew in...