"Uncle, the more you keep to yourself, the harder it is for you to move on. You should face it, and once it’s resolved, everything will be better.
Don’t you think being friends is better than being married?
No one is perfect, right now, she seems like the epitome of perfection in your heart, but is she really? You know deep down.
By not marrying her, you can always see her as perfect."
"Ah Bao, you’re not young anymore. I’m waiting to see how you handle love in the future."
"Alright. Just wait and see, I definitely won’t be like you."
"Ah Bao, watch your words. Fine, I’ll take leave."
It wasn’t the nephew’s words that moved him, but rather not wanting to avoid it anymore. No matter what, having fate without shared destiny seemed true. In that case, being friends is better.
He looked from afar at Shi Xian practicing on his own, shadow-boxing.
"Can we recruit this kid over to our side?"
"It’s tough; I think he’s purely just curious."
Even judging by his parents’ character, they probably won’t interfere much, but they definitely guide him not to take this path inadvertently.
Shooting practice in the afternoon was their favorite. Due to age differences, Yang Zhongyi hadn’t let them try.
However, several teenagers were tempted. They truly wanted to learn to shoot, seeing them made Yang Zhongyi a bit embarrassed — boys are more drawn to these things.
"Don’t give me that look. The recoil of this gun is too strong for you now. Once you grow up, I’ll find someone to teach you."
At this time, Dong Hong spoke, "You guys can practice darts at home, in a few years, it’ll be the same."
"Master Dong, I’m thinking of learning archery."
"Sure. I’ll make one for you when we get back."
Immediately, Shi Jing and Jianbin expressed their requests.
"Hmm, I’ll figure something out when we return."
The kids received affirmative answers, and their faces lit up with smiles.
Yang Zhongyi asked the instructor for leave, it’s now just regular training, and the destination had been explained. So he took a week off.
This time, a driver was arranged to take them.
The four were left here due to Yang Run Tai’s orders, so even if unwilling, it couldn’t be helped.
With another person at home at night, Jiang Xinyu didn’t mind anymore.
The next morning, Old Yang drove Wei Kaiyun and the Red Army away.
Since knowing he was going out yesterday evening, the Red Army was particularly delighted. Last time, he had gone along once, but this time felt different, he was exceptionally excited.
Shi Xian was extremely envious, but it had nothing to do with him.
"You’re such a busybody, always wanting to be involved. Behave and stay home."
Lv Beiguang was also busy, his feet never touched the ground, fully engaged in the construction of the brewery.
This morning, Jiang Xinyu took Tingting, Shi Xian, and Ah Bao to visit Du Fengying’s home.
Tingting found the little kids particularly interesting, while the two boys ran wildly around the yard.
"Xinyu, look at how big Shi Xian has grown in the blink of an eye."
"Indeed? It happened so fast."
Chaoyang worked behind Jing Chu, doing chores, villagers could see something was up, and many were disappointed.
Chaoyang was someone with prospects, no matter outsiders might not care, but he grew up in the village, a capable boy.
Families with daughters naturally had thoughts. But given the situation, does Chaoyang fancy Jing Chu?
Qu Xiaoli, when asked, hesitated and replied, "I really don’t know, Chaoyang is grown-up, he has his own thoughts, I don’t interfere with his matters."
Qu Xiaoli knew what these women were thinking, they’d often boast about their daughters to her.
Regarding this matter, Qu Xiaoli really had no other ideas. As long as Chaoyang was willing, it’s fine.
Besides, Jing Chu truly grew up quite pretty. It’s normal for her son to like her.
The Lv family trio was now settled in the village. This made Qu Xiaoli even more at ease.
"Xiaoli, it’s best to know everything about a daughter-in-law."
"Sigh. Sons don’t listen to their mothers. Besides, if it really is Jing Chu, that’s fine too. The girl is pretty, her temperament and disposition are excellent."
What could Qu Xiaoli say? Her son is willing, it’s his own life to lead. She’s truly come to terms with it.
Still, there’s quite a bit of reluctance. After all, you can’t find another like Chaoyang here and around.
Previously, Xiang Dong was also quite good. But that lad hadn’t returned since he went to the city over half a year ago.
Privately, they said Xiang Dong probably was looking in the city. He wanted a city girl.
So everyone gave up on Xiang Dong.
Now Chaoyang has someone too, how can these people be at ease?
But if you’re not content, what can you do? It’s not a one-sided affair, is it?
When Zhao Xiaoli returned home to cook, she discussed the matter with her eldest daughter-in-law and niece.
"Second Aunt, Second Brother has liked Jing Chu for a long time. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have chased her to our place for New Year.
But I truly don’t know what they’ve discussed, though I feel the relationship between Jing Chu and Chaoyang has improved considerably."
Wang Menglin wouldn’t interfere with this, it’s the younger brother-in-law’s business, there are the elders to deal with it. But she thought, Chaoyang’s eye was indeed high.
Lv Jingchu truly was an uncommon beauty. But seeing her father’s looks, Lv Guodong seemed like time hadn’t been kind to him.
At noon, Chaoyang went home for lunch. Afterward, Qu Xiaoli pulled her son into the room.
"Chaoyang, tell mom, are you and Jing Chu together?"
"Mom, Jing Chu hasn’t agreed to it yet."
"Do you really just want Jing Chu?"
"Yeah, mom, I just like her."
"Many people talked to me about this today. Actually, lots of girls in our village fancy you."
"Mom, I just like Jing Chu."
"Don’t rush, I’m not against it, just worried Jing Chu might not like you." Qu Xiaoli was aware of her son’s shortcomings. Jing Chu, growing up like that in such a small village, was quite low-key. If she was outside, who knows how things would be.
Her son, though she saw him as perfect, honestly wasn’t quite on par with Jing Chu.
"Mom, if Jing Chu ultimately rejects me, I’ll accept it."
"Are you stupid?"
"Mom, I am indeed stupid, but I’ve only set my heart on Jing Chu."
Now, Qu Xiaoli didn’t know what to do.
"Does your master, Teacher Jiang, and Uncle Lv all know?"
"Yes, everyone knows, but we don’t want to put pressure on Jing Chu. I interact with her, she’s still young."
Qu Xiaoli was speechless looking at her son. Truly hopeless, nothing she said made a difference. Fine, let it be, if he likes it, she’ll let him be.
"Alright, I’m not interfering, you handle it yourself. Just don’t let me get worried and anxious for your sake." Qu Xiaoli rolled her eyes at her second son.
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