The garden of the Shen family's house has been transformed after several years of maintenance. Fruit trees are planted and flowers of all colors are blooming.
In the afternoon, Shen Xingwan sat on the rocking chair, holding a fan in his left hand and a book in his right hand. On the small table next to him, there were several plates of delicate snacks.
The fat cat, who has gained a lot of weight, is jumping around in the garden and chasing butterflies.
The whole courtyard was silent and extremely quiet.
Because Shen Yu was studying for the exam, the footsteps of his family members automatically became softer during this period.
Until a burst of footsteps disturbed the peace in the garden, "Third Master, please come inside."
It was Ban Xia's voice. Shen Xingwan opened his eyes and met a pair of sparkling eyes.
Shen Xingwan was startled and immediately recognized the person in front of him. It was Shen Li who had successfully separated their families.
He immediately stood up and said hello, "Hello, Third Grandpa."
Shen Li still looked like a fairy, nodded and said softly, "It's Wanwan, she has grown into a beautiful young lady."
Neither Zhou nor Shen Tang was at home.
Neither Zhang nor Shen Tang was at home. Shen Xingwan asked Banxia to call for help while personally introducing Shen Li into the living room and serving tea to the third master with his own hands.
Shen Li watched her move smoothly and confidently throughout the whole process, with admiration in her eyes.
"It's really this year's new tea. Third grandpa, try it."
As Shen Xingwan talked, he guessed the purpose of this third grandfather who rarely appeared.
Fortunately, Shen Tang came back soon.
"Why didn't third uncle say hello in advance when he was coming? My nephew is neglectful." Shen Tang apologized as soon as he walked in.
Shen Li waved his hand nonchalantly, "I came to your door unexpectedly because I have something to discuss with you."
Shen Tang immediately said to Shen Xingwan, "Go to the study to see your brother and see how the study progress is going."
After clearly sending her away, Shen Xingwan wisely walked out of the door and went to talk to Shen Yu.
This mysterious third grandfather had a secret conversation with Shen Tang for more than an hour, but he refused Shen Tang's invitation to stay and left without eating.
Shen Xingwan held Fat Cat in his arms and stood on the steps of the garden, squinting his eyes and saying, "I always felt that the look the old fox looked at me before he left had a deeper meaning."
"Really? I think you have trouble looking at everyone in one day?" Fatty said lazily. After all these years of getting along, no one knows better than him. Shen Xingwan is simply full of evil intentions.
Shen Xingwan was originally going to find out what happened to the third grandfather who suddenly appeared, but she didn't expect that Shen Tang wouldn't give her a chance at all.
"I'm going to pick up your mother and leave first."
"Look, I just said something wasn't right." Shen Xingwan stared at Shen Tang's anxious back.
Zhang and Zhou established a good reputation through their stall, and their business boomed. A year ago, they gritted their teeth and opened a small restaurant together.
Specializing in cold noodles, braised meat and vegetables, and various seasonal snacks, it has always been very popular among small town residents. When you don't want to cook or have guests at home, you can pack a portion and take it home, which is convenient and convenient.
The family hired a woman to cook dinner. Now everyone in the family has their own things to do, so they simply hired a woman to do the chores.
Shen Yu read a book all day and came out of the study in the evening. As soon as he went out, he saw the beautiful scenery of the setting sun. Shen Xingwan lay on the chair and fell asleep.
"Master, the meal is ready." The old woman smiled and came over to report.
"Grandma, please go back first. We'll have dinner when our parents come back." Shen Yu said in a gentle tone.
The mother-in-law responded and left quickly. She was from the small town and had her own residence. She only came here to work for half a day and cook dinner every day.
Shen Yu looked at Shen Xingwan's face, which was red, and became playful.
He knelt down and reached out to pinch Shen Xingwan's nose with evil intentions.
Shen Xingwan, who had difficulty breathing, was quickly awakened by the suffocation. He subconsciously waved his hand to hit someone, but Shen Yu held his hand and said, "Little lazy pig, get up and eat."
Shen Xingwan glared at her in confusion, and she finally discovered that the eldest brother who looked like a gentle man was actually a white man.
Shen Tang and Zhang also returned. As soon as they came back, they saw the two brothers and sisters making trouble in the garden.
Shen Xiaoguo was the last one to come back. They said half a dozen children were poor. As soon as he came back, he rushed to the dining room and asked, "Is dinner ready? I'm starving to death."
"Are you ever not hungry?" Shen Xingwan couldn't help laughing at him.
Shen Xiaoguo patted his empty stomach and washed his hands while shouting, "Sister, I want to eat the fruit ice powder you made."
"I know, glutton."
Shen Xingwan walked to the yard behind. Although their family was considered wealthy now, they were still a long way from being able to use the ice.
Fortunately, there is a well in the yard. You can put food in a hanging basket and drop it into the well. After a while, you can pull it up and it will feel cold.
Shen Yu chased after him, "I'll pull him away."
Shen Yu quickly pulled up the hanging basket in the well, and Shen Xingwan opened it. Inside was the ice powder she mixed herself, which was crystal clear, with brown sugar flavor, and some with glutinous rice and fruits.
"My sister's craftsmanship is really good. Just looking at it makes me appetite." Shen Yu praised.
Shen Xingwan raised her head proudly, "Serve it, go back and start dinner!"
This was dessert after the meal. The family had a nice meal with He Meimei first and cleared the table.
Then a small wooden table was set up in the yard. Shen Xiaoguo looked at Shen Xingwan eagerly, "Sister?"
Shen Xingwan has always been very strict about rules, such as washing hands when eating, and eating snacks and fruits only after meals. Shen Xiaoguo has become accustomed to listening to her.
Shen Xingwan picked up the basket and gave him a bowl of his favorite fruit flavor, "Eat it."
"Thank you, sister." Shen Xiaoguo couldn't wait to scoop up a spoonful.
Soon Mrs. Zhang and Shen Tang also came, and the family ate ice powder while enjoying the evening breeze.
Now was a good time. Shen Xingwan took a bite and asked, "Dad, why did Third Grandpa come today?"
Just as Shen Tang was about to speak, there was a knock on the door.
Ban Xia, who was sitting aside, stood up first, "I'll open the door."
She is now in the Shen family, mainly helping Shen Xingwan manage the two shops, and she is more like a manager than a maid.
After a while, Banxia came in with a few wives with a bad look on her face, and Banxia automatically appeared behind Shen Xingwan.
Shen Xingwan slowly put the spoon in his hand, raised his eyes and looked over. Mother Jin, who was dressed very elegantly, felt oppressive for a moment.
The situation was a little strange for a moment. Shen Xingwan didn't speak and no one spoke.
It was Shen Xiaoguo who said carelessly, "Who are you and why are you coming to my house?"
Mother Jin didn't even show any courtesy, she just smiled and said, "I am from Mrs. Su's house. The Marquis in the capital has sent you something, and the eldest lady has brought something specially for you."
Oh, it was indeed the haunting Su Jingyi. She remembered that there were no such plots in the original work.
Mrs. Zhang answered dryly, "The child is still caring."
