The beloved baby has a space

Chapter 371 Favorability Value Declines

Grandma Wang arranged for Tangyuan to accompany Xiao Ayu to see Madam Qin.

Then they called over the chubby little lamb that had recently grown plump, and had it carry little Ayu over.

He then instructed the little lamb, "You must stay by Ayu's side and don't slack off."

The lamb pretended not to understand, shaking its head left and right.

Grandma Wang remained expressionless and instructed Wang Wulang, who had run over beside her, "The little lamb is all grown up now and can fend for itself. Remove its feeding trough."

lamb:!
"Mea~"

Now, the lamb's intelligence is comparable to that of an eight- or nine-year-old child, and it can understand everyday speech.

Grandma Wang wasn't worried at all that it wouldn't understand.

After the lamb took Xiao Ayu away, Old Mrs. Wang turned around and said, "Close the courtyard gate."

The villagers of Hujia Village all dispersed, and Doctor Xue also left with Liang Xue.

At this point, only the Wang family members remained in the old Wang family.

Grandma Wang called the people to the main hall.

"Mother, what do you want us to do?" Wang Chuanfu, as the eldest brother, asked first.

"I'm sure you're all wondering how much wealth the Wang family has now, and what kind of life it can support for you," Old Mrs. Wang said slowly and deliberately. "What I'm about to say is probably not something you'll want to hear, but you'll have to listen anyway, unless you don't want to be a member of the Wang family anymore."

Everyone quickly pledged their loyalty and told Old Mrs. Wang to speak freely.

They've listened to the old lady for so many years, and apart from sometimes having some thoughts in their hearts, when have they ever not listened to her in their actions?

Grandma Wang continued, "I won't go into the past, but you've probably all met Madam Qin who came today. Although I haven't formally met her, judging from Qin Huai's behavior, his family is definitely not an ordinary one. Ayu and Qin Huai are childhood sweethearts, and the marriage they talked about was just child's play and shouldn't be taken seriously. But when Madam Qin brings it up, it's a different story."

“Our Wang family is just an ordinary family. We try to avoid getting involved in the gossip and scandals of wealthy families. The filth in their lives is too disgusting to hear. So, I never considered those wealthy families when it came to my eldest son’s marriage or Ayu’s childish words.”

“But Ayu is different from you. You all contributed to the Wang family’s success today, but Ayu has played a major role. You all know that the box of gold today came from Ayu. So, according to the previous rules, that box of gold will be kept for Ayu. As for how to use it, we will ask her for her opinion after she comes of age. As for the other 2000 taels, I plan to use it for the sugarcane business in the village. Just for this business, the money is already enough, even surplus. I will draw up a written agreement for Ayu in the name of the Wang family’s loan.”

At this point, Old Mrs. Wang glanced at the expressions of the people in each room.

The children all looked indifferent, not thinking it was a big deal at all.

The adults seemed to be pondering the matter, each with their own ideas, but none of them showed any sign of resentment.

Grandma Wang nodded slightly in her heart.

Although wealth and status are alluring, she has managed to keep a low profile, and her family members have not yet lost their way.

As for what happens next, we can only wait and see.

After all, people's hearts are hard to fathom and even harder to fathom.

“Mother, you say these things to us every now and then, and your sons and daughters-in-law all remember them.” Wang Chuangui was in high spirits when he was happy, and he was no longer as timid as before when speaking to his mother. He simply said, “Our Wang family has benefited from Ayu’s good fortune. There’s no doubt about that, and everyone remembers it.”

Wang Chuanfu also said, "Not to mention our Wang family, even the people in our Hu family village are always talking about it."

Old Mrs. Wang said irritably, "Do you think I'm repaying a debt of gratitude on behalf of Ayu? I'm just reminding you that no matter who Ayu is or what she may encounter in the future, you must protect her as a member of the Wang family."

"Ayu is my daughter. I would protect her even if it cost me my life!" Wang Chuanman said without hesitation.

“The second son has become a scholar, but that’s not enough. Look at the other scholars’ families, how many of them have thousands or tens of thousands of taels of silver at home? Wouldn’t that just attract unwanted attention? In the end, our Wang family is still like a rootless duckweed. If we want to stand on our own two feet, we have to stand up ourselves.”

Finally, Mrs. Wang said that Wang Chuangui should continue to take the imperial examination, and that the family's children must pass the preliminary examination in two years.

Only by passing the imperial examinations and becoming officials could they have confidence.

Aside from the Wang Family Steamed Bun Shop and the upcoming sugar business, the family business cannot be expanded any further.

We'll talk about it once someone in our family becomes an official.

If you stand out too quickly and don't have a strong backer, you're likely to be suppressed.

This time, Old Mrs. Wang didn't hold back. Instead, she gave a detailed and thorough explanation to the family members, explaining why they couldn't use the money they had.

Upon hearing this, everyone reacted with varying expressions.

On the contrary, the grandsons all said that they would grow up well and become the pillars of the Wang family in the future, protecting the Wang family members and their sister Ayu.

Grandma Wang's mouth was dry from talking, so she waved her hand, signaling everyone to disperse.

Only Wang Erlang seemed to be deep in thought, feeling that today's conversation was different from the past. He quietly asked Wang Chuangui, "Father, do you think there's something different about our grandmother? She seems different from other grandmothers, and her knowledge is also extraordinary."

Even if Grandma had fled famine with her family for several years before, she shouldn't be in this state.

Most importantly, the grandmother in his memory was not like this.

Before Ayu came to our house, Grandma was just an ordinary old lady from the countryside. Although she didn't use any vulgar words, she still looked quite crude.

But gradually, Grandma's behavior and mannerisms changed.

“Do you think our family was very poor before we fled the famine?” Wang Chuangui said. “Let me tell you this: the reason your father was able to pass the imperial examination and become a scholar is because I studied at home before. At that time, we hired two private tutors.”

Even wealthy families couldn't necessarily afford a private tutor. But because it was so long ago—before Wang Chuangui was ten years old—that was all he remembered.

Wang Erlang opened his mouth in surprise: "Father, why haven't you mentioned this before?"

“What’s there to say?” Wang Chuangui bent his index finger and tapped Wang Erlang’s head. “Your grandmother is right. Wealth and status are dazzling and fleeting. Only the knowledge you acquire in your mind truly belongs to you. Erlang, study hard and strive to pass the exam. The responsibility of bringing honor to our family rests on your shoulders.”

Wang Erlang nodded blankly, then realized what was happening.

How can the responsibility fall on him?

There are still so many people in the family!
Little Ayu was unaware that the Wang family had once again held an in-depth discussion.

It rode on the back of a lamb, carrying a basket in its hand, while Tangyuan, who was beside it, carried a food box.

Just as Madam Qin was about to ask someone when Ayu would arrive, someone came to report: "Madam, Miss Ayu has arrived."

Madam Qin raised an eyebrow: Miss Ayu?
Little Ayu happily entered the Qin family's courtyard. They often practiced martial arts here and were already very familiar with its layout.

After finding Madam Qin, Xiao Ayu obediently bowed and greeted her before handing over the basket and food box.

“Aunt Qin, these are all things that Brother Ayou likes to eat. You are Brother Ayou’s mother. If Brother Ayou likes them, you should like them too, right?” Little Ayu pushed the food toward Madam Qin.

Madam Qin glanced at the dried fruit in the basket, but the food box remained unopened, and said nothing.

"And this too." Little Ayu took out a round jade jar from her pocket, opened it, and inside was a very delicate ointment.

This is the prize that Xiao Ayu received after completing the previous task.

After giving the sugar pills to the handsome uncle, Tuanzi told Xiao Ayu during lunch that the mission rewards had been distributed.

This is the premium moisturizing cream they sent out. There are three jars in total, and it has anti-aging effects.

Xiao Ayu originally intended to give the jar to the women in her family, but Tuanzi asked her to give one to Madam Qin.

When Madam Qin saw the jade jar, she noticed its exquisite craftsmanship.

I couldn't help but ask, "What is this?"

"The moisturizing cream will make your face feel better," Xiao Ayu said earnestly. "I know you don't like me, but you are Brother Ayou's mother, so I'll still give it to you."

As she said this, Xiao Ayu was still a little reluctant to part with him.

Madam Qin was stunned.

She thought she had hidden her dislike very well.

Even the dumpling was stunned.

She has an 80% approval rating for you.

Even if you're over 60, you won't dislike her.

If it weren't for Madam Qin's momentary daze, Tuanzi would have thought that Xiao Ayu had misunderstood.

"Why do you say that?"

“Because your eyes aren’t smiling.” Little Ayu pointed to her eyes. “Your eyes are the same as Brother Ayou’s, even more beautiful than the stars. I love them so much. But every time Brother Ayou sees me, his eyes are smiling. Even when he makes a fierce face, he’s actually smiling, he just doesn’t know it. Auntie, so you didn’t know either?”

When Xiao Ayu first saw Qin Huai, what attracted her was not his exceptionally handsome face, but the way his eyes suddenly smiled when he saw her.

At that time, Xiao Ayu thought that this young man was particularly handsome because his eyes looked beautiful when he smiled.

For a moment, Madam Qin felt as if she had returned to about eight or nine years ago.

There was also someone who, with his hands supporting his chin and his head tilted to the side, said to her with a sigh, "Jiaojiao, why is there no smile in your eyes?"

"Jiaojiao, you must look beautiful when you smile."

But clearly, her eyebrows and eyes were curved upwards, and the corners of her mouth were turned up.

Why do they all say they didn't laugh?
Madam Qin looked closely at Xiao Ayu. She originally thought she was just an exceptionally cute little girl, much cuter than many young ladies from noble families in Wanning City.

It's understandable that they like their child.

At that moment, Madam Qin suddenly grabbed Xiao Ayu's shoulder and pulled her sharply towards her.

Looking at her face, his voice grew colder, and he reached out with his other hand toward her delicate neck: "Who exactly are you?"

【Danger!!!】

Tuanzi noticed that Madam Qin's favorability towards Xiao Ayu instantly dropped.

In less than two seconds, it had already fallen below 60.

She had murderous intentions.

Red Hare and the others disregarded everything else and leaped forward, shouting, "Madam, please calm down!"

The two chapters, which are combined into one, have a relatively concentrated plot and are difficult to separate, so they were put together.
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