Thirteen? Doesn’t something happen to everyone when they are thirteen?
When she was thirteen, her grandfather was seriously ill, and not only did her three sons not take care of him, but no one provided any money.
In the end, she had no choice but to persuade her grandfather to sell the old house and go to the hospital for treatment. But before the operation, her grandfather left. At that time, she was cautious and divided the proceeds from the sale into two parts.
Hand over one of your own initiative and keep the other for yourself.
Unexpectedly, on the day she paid the money, not only did she get scolded by her two uncles, but she was also slapped three times by her father in public.
After that, she completely cut off all ties with them, studying, taking exams, and working alone.
The child in front of her... to be honest, is worse off than she was back then.
Cheng Xue took away the money and land deed from his hand, and felt sad when she heard his sigh of relief.
"Silly boy, ever since your uncle helped you, you have become a member of our family. You can stay as long as you want and eat as much as you can. You are 4 years older than Tangtang. When you get home, you will be their eldest brother and aunt.
I leave the four little ones to you and take good care of them."
Like Li Yue, he needs more tasks and instructions to increase his sense of presence and feel at ease.
As for the "child adopter" thing, she had no intention of mentioning it, and let everything take its course. It would be best if childhood sweethearts and childhood sweethearts got together. If that didn't work, then they could have multiple brothers so that the children could have a network. Yan Yixin "struggled" for a long time, and finally raised his head and said:
"Auntie, can you go somewhere with me?"
"Can't!"
Cheng Xue shook her head firmly, pulled him to sit down, and said:
"Don't be in a hurry to go to that place of yours. Your uncle will go to the county for scientific research next year, so you have plenty of time. I believe that place is very secret and cannot be found by ordinary people, so don't be impatient and just regard them as your retreat."<
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"No, it's different." Yan Yixin shook his head, "I always thought they were a way out, but today when I was dragged by Yan Cian, I realized how important it is to be free."
"So you should hide those things well. If something happens in the future, you can use them to redeem yourself."
"But I'm not worried about aunt..."
"Be obedient. Go downstairs and help me see if Uncle Li has finished talking downstairs."
"...Okay." Yan Yixin lowered his head and went out.
After all, I'm still young and can't bear it anymore. I should be fine in a few years.
Today at the county government office, she saw the greed of those grandsons. She could guess that Yan Dawei not only exposed these things, but those old antiques could also guess it.
I'm afraid there are people staring around the inn at this moment.
Yan Yixin came back after a while, shook his head and said:
"Shopkeeper Hao said that Uncle Li went out with them to apply for a red contract."
Oh, this is the business of the store.
"Okay, let's go out and buy some things. You don't have enough clothes, shoes and socks, buy more. It happens that you are wearing small clothes, and you can pick up iron eggs and four eggs. My aunt has two sons and two daughters in her family, and the eldest daughter's name is...
…”
Cheng Xue pushed him out of the house and told him about the family situation as he walked. The family was simple, so it was not difficult for him to remember.
As long as they pay attention when leaving the inn, they can see the person staring at them.
At this moment, Yan Yixin was afraid.
Those were the escape routes left by his father. He didn't feel bad for his aunt, but once it fell into the hands of others... he couldn't find the door even if he cried.
Entering Xiu Alley, Cheng Xue picked a shop that was more pleasing to the eye and provided him with clothes, shoes and socks at once.
They were new inside and out, so I bought two pairs in total. I went to a jewelry store and bought four pairs of golden lilacs.
Gold and silver are hard currencies. Wear them as decorations on weekdays, and you can pawn them for money in emergencies, killing two birds with one stone.
Mrs. Liu, Yu Wan each has one, and the two girls at home also have one. Quan should save dowries for them in advance, so that they can wear them in the future.
"Auntie, I want to buy something for my younger siblings as a greeting gift, is that okay?"
Oh, after all, he is a child from the county and thinks about everything.
"Don't worry, you are still young, wait until you pass the science test before buying them for them."
"...Okay." Yan Yixin did not insist anymore.
I know it’s useless to persist, as I can’t convince others.
After shopping, I returned to the inn, where Master Gong was chatting with Shopkeeper Hao in the lobby.
"Hey, I'm back." Master Gong greeted with a smile.
Cheng Xue nodded dully, looked at the sun, and asked in confusion:
"Why haven't you left today? It won't be safe to go back later."
"We can't go back." Master Gong responded with a smile, "It rained heavily on the way here and the road is difficult. I'm thinking of getting up early tomorrow to make sure I go back. Will you go back tomorrow?"
"Should go back."
"Then I'll catch you when the time comes."
"Okay." Cheng Xue responded.
I have only been out for three days, but I really miss the little ones at home. I don’t know if they are doing well at home, if they are naughty, and if they have caused trouble for Mrs. Liu.
At the same time in Wanghe Village, Li Yue sneezed three times in succession, looked at Ms. Liu with a strong nasal voice, and asked:
"Uncle and grandma, will my mother and the others come back tomorrow?"
"Looking at the days, I should be able to come back. You drink the ginger syrup first and sweat well. Your cousin is already asleep. I will definitely be better tomorrow after a good sleep."
Don't give her eye drops, it looks like your grandnephew is different from your biological grandson. Although Xue Niang can't say anything, but... she feels very sorry.
After tucking the child in, the outhouse smells of dry mugwort. It is said that this way the child will not be infected. Tiantian and Sidan are too small to withstand the tossing.
"Uncle and grandma..."
"Why are you coming out again? Come in quickly. There is your uncle and your cousin here, so you don't have to worry. Besides, you didn't push Li Wanshan, so you don't have to be afraid."
After sending the child into the house, raindrops pattered on the window, just like her mood at the moment, which was messy.
Although Tie Dan is not to blame for this incident, Tie Dan was not able to save the child when he fell into the water. It was Shuan Zi who came back to complain, and Tangtang and Wan Jie'er went to save him.
Alas, don’t be so reluctant!
There was a sound of opening the door outside, and soon Yu Huai and his son entered the house, all wet.
Mrs. Liu asked while passing hot ginger water:
"Well, what did Li Qingnian say?"
Li Heng also came out of the east room——
"Uncle, second cousin, what did they say? I really didn't push Li Wanshan, it was him who pushed me because I didn't stand up properly and fell."
"Since you know that he will be harmful to you, why didn't you run away earlier? And why did you stand by and watch after he fell into the water? Even if he brought it upon himself, don't you want to take the test?"
Yu Xuan's rude scolding and scolding immediately sent a chill down Li Heng's back.
"Second cousin, I..."
"Be careful in the future! Proper 'hiding' is not cowardice, understand? Fortunately, your uncle and grandpa are here today, otherwise the Li family wouldn't know how to jump around."
"I, I remember." Li Heng nodded hurriedly.
Seeing how pitifully the little guy was being trained, Mrs. Liu hurriedly shook her head at her son and said:
"Erxuan, when will you go to the military camp?"
"Mother Xini made peace a little early, I still want to train him a little longer." Yu Xuan was helpless.