There is a mountain in her arms

After a good night's sleep, Jiang Yichen and his friends went for a walk in another direction the next day. At noon, when they were going back to rest, they were stopped by someone.

"Boss, what can I do for you?" Chi Yuan recognized that he was the owner of the B&B, so he walked up and asked.

"Excuse me, this is our mayor and the head of our village. He wants to talk to this girl."

The B&B owner pointed at Jiang Yichen and looked at them apologetically.

"Are you guys going back to your room to rest? So, we won't disturb her for too long."

Jiang Yichen realized that it must be because of his own words yesterday that caused the trouble, and he became a little hesitant.

"You guys go up and have a rest first. Brother, why don't you and I stay with the girl? Liping, take Auntie up to have a rest."

"Auntie, let's go upstairs and rest. We are tired after walking all morning. Don't worry, my dad is here!"

"Grandpa, I'll stay and listen too."

"Whatever! Boss, is there a place to talk here?"

"Yes, yes, follow me."

The owner of the B&B didn't expect others to be so understanding, so he carefully led them to a tea room in the back and made a cup of tea for everyone.

"Excuse me, please try this. This is the hand-ground tea we have here."

"Hmm, quite interesting. This tea has a mellow taste and a long aftertaste. But at my age, I like to drink something with a lighter taste. If I brew it twice more, it will be about right."

"I didn't expect that the old man is someone who knows tea. Sorry for the rudeness. I'll make you another cup."

The B&B owner made another cup for Mr. Chi as requested, and Mr. Chi took a sip.

"Yes, it tastes just like I imagined. Okay, you can talk now. We still need to rest later."

"I can tell from the first glance that you are a person of status. Although I hold the position of town mayor, my main concern is still our village, so I am also the head of our village."

After the mayor finished speaking, the B&B owner continued to explain.

"We are too remote here. In addition to our village in the city, there are some scattered residents on the outskirts. However, because they are all in groups of three or five and not concentrated, they cannot form a village, so we divide it into two villages. One is our Guantai Village, and the other is Guanwai Village outside."

"The villagers in Guanwai Village all have a large piece of land, and they have easy access to the outside world, so they are richer than Guantai Village. Although Guantai Village has many households, most of them are not well off. In recent years, policies have been relaxed, and the young and middle-aged people in the village have gone out to make a living, leaving the elderly to take care of the family. This village is becoming less and less popular. As the village chief, I have reported poverty alleviation to the higher authorities many times, and only then have changes begun to appear here, but it is still a drop in the bucket."

The mayor's mouth was dry as he spoke, so he took a sip of tea and continued.

"I am related to Mr. Fang, the man who makes candy figures. He told me what you said, so I took the liberty to come here today. I wonder if you can tell me in detail?"

"Aren't you afraid that what she said is wrong and it will harm you?"

"The situation isn't much better now, so what's there to be afraid of? Besides, one person's plan is short, two people's plan is long. You gave us some ideas, but isn't it up to us to decide whether to adopt them? Although most of the elderly living in the village live long lives, they definitely want their children to be around. I've been thinking about how to get those who left back these past few years!"

The mayor's words touched Mr. Chi. He liked people who got things done.

"Chengcheng, why don't you just tell them your thoughts and give them some reference advice."

"it is good!"

Jiang Yicheng also thought that the mayor was a good person and didn't mind giving him a push. So he explained his thoughts in detail and gave a reminder at the end.

"This is just my own idea. It may be a bit troublesome to implement. Because as long as it is construction, it may involve money. Money is the easiest way to make people lose their minds, and it may affect the atmosphere of the village."

"Cousin, I think what this girl said makes sense. If it really becomes popular, my B&B business will be even better."

It turns out that the two are cousins, no wonder they are willing to play matchmaker.

"You have quite a lot to see here. For example, water, opera, crosstalk, sugar figurines, weaving, wood carving, and I think ceramics."

"Has anyone seen these? These are common in our village. We made them ourselves because we are poor."

"How can there be none? Can't you spend some time on these and make something different?"

"Okay, now that we've given you the idea, we'll go back and rest. The rest is up to you to figure out. Others have already set up the framework for you, do you still need someone else to revise it? We won't recognize this once it's out of the door, in case it doesn't work out in the future..."

"Yes, yes! Thank you for your valuable advice. We will waive your room charges for the next few days."

The owner of the B&B felt that Mr. Chi was a little unhappy, so he quickly pulled his cousin up and made him smile apologetically.

"No need. We're not that short of the rent. Let's go!"

Chi Yuan supported Mr. Chi, and Jiang Yicheng supported his grandfather as they left.

"Chengcheng, this matter is a bit complicated. If we want to do it, it will be a huge project. You should stop interfering. It would be bad if it arouses public outrage. I was wrong before. I didn't think whether the whole nation would be united. If there is any disharmony, we will have to work hard to resolve it. If the result is not ideal, the blame for the hard work and loss of money will be placed on your head."

"Yes, I know, Grandpa Chi."

They went out for a stroll again in the afternoon and almost finished their tour of the town.

"Chengcheng, do you want to climb the Great Wall tomorrow?"

"Brother Chi, is it so hot?"

"Wang Quan, isn't there a saying that goes, 'You are not a true man if you haven't been to the Great Wall? Now that we are here, wouldn't it be a pity if we don't go?"

Luoyang was very interested and asked Wang Quan while hooking his neck.

"Yeah! In case we regret it later, shall we go tomorrow?"

"Yes! Even if I want to find an opportunity in the future, I may not be able to come. This time it's a good opportunity for us to come together."

"Okay, okay, let's go!"

On the third day, they hiked to the foot of the Great Wall. Qiu Liping asked the children to go first, and they walked below to breathe some fresh air.

Wang Quan and his friends rushed forward in a swarm like wild horses that had broken free from their reins.

Jiang Yichen ignored them. She had finally relaxed and she didn't want to spoil their fun.

Ikegaki walked with her at a steady pace. It was a rare opportunity for them to be alone together, and he felt sweet in his heart even without saying a word.

"Brother Chi Yuan, how did you know this place?"

"It was also by chance that I heard from a schoolmate at school that his family seemed to be here. I suddenly remembered it, so I asked my classmates about it and thought you might be interested. Besides, this place is adjacent to the Great Wall, so it's a good deal."

Jiang Yicheng felt her face suddenly flushed after hearing this. It seemed that Brother Chi Yuan always paid more attention to her affairs, and she seemed to have gotten used to it.

"Why don't you speak?"

After Chi Yuan finished speaking, he saw that she was silent, and recalled his words in his mind. It seemed that there was nothing wrong with it!

"I don't know what to say for a moment."

Ikegaki looked at her red ears, and confessed his feelings once again.

"Chengcheng, you're going to college soon. Do you think I'm qualified to stand by your side?"

Jiang Yichen looked up in surprise, and was met with his burning gaze.

"I'm still young and have a lot of things to do. I may not have time to think about this."

"It's okay, but I want to make a reservation first because you're so dazzling. I'm afraid someone will get there first if I don't keep an eye on you."

Being praised so directly by Chi Yuan, Jiang Yichen felt a warm current rushing to his forehead and reflected on his face.

"I'm not as good as you say. You are better and more attractive."

"Do I attract you?"

Jiang Yicheng choked at Chi Yuan's shameless words and glared at him.

"That means I'm not good enough and I need to keep working hard."

Jiang Yicheng walked over quickly, but Chi Yuan laughed heartily. Several old people at the foot of the mountain heard the laughter and started talking about them.

"Why are you smiling so happily, Xiao Yuan? You found a treasure!"

“That’s not necessarily the case.”

Qiu Liping muttered something in a low voice, and Mr. Chi added something meaningful. Qiu Liping was stunned for a moment, and then there was a smile in her eyes.

"That's for sure."

Grandpa Jiang and his wife were confused by what they heard.

"What do you think happened to Chi boy?"

"It's okay. I heard him laughing so silly. Did he find a treasure? Auntie, what do you think of my Xiaoyuan?"

"Of course he is good! I remember he was only this tall then, and he lived a hard life without complaining or crying. He went up the mountain to find food in the middle of winter, and he didn't say a word when he fell. I knew he was a strong child. Later, Chengcheng came, and they interacted more. I knew he was a filial and smart child."

Although Qiu Liping was happy to hear Grandma Jiang praising her son like this, she couldn't suppress the bitterness in her heart.

"He has been filial and sensible since he was young, and it's because we didn't arrange things well for him."

"You will also be blessed in the future. He is now grown up and even more considerate. This kid arranged our trips to Kyoto these few times. He is so thoughtful! If our An An grows up with his consideration, I won't worry."

"Auntie, why don't you let my boy become a family with you?"

"I'm afraid you won't be willing to give him up. Besides, I already have three grandchildren, so I won't fight with you for this only child."

"Auntie, if you can't be my grandson, you can be my grandson-in-law!"

"Oh! You can't make such a joke. Your family is prominent, and we are just ordinary country people. We dare not marry someone of such high status."

"Big sister, you are wrong. We are not the kind of people who care about family background. Besides, if you count three generations back, my family is also a peasant family! Are you looking down on my grandson?"

Mr. Chi had been listening behind him and couldn't help but refute.

Grandpa Jiang and his wife looked at each other, and then they understood a little.

No wonder Chi Yuan was so attentive every time they came, and the Chi family’s attitude was unusually gentle. It turned out that they wanted to take their granddaughter away!

At this moment, the two of them were happy, reluctant, nervous and worried.

"I heard that all the noble families in Beijing like to arrange marriages. My granddaughter's godmother and her husband arranged a marriage, and I heard her talk about a lot of the ins and outs of it."

"That's another family. In our Chi family, we believe in mutual consent and mutual understanding. As long as the person is good, we will accept him even if he is a beggar."

Mr. Chi's domineering words made the old couple feel relieved, but they could not make the decision for their granddaughter.

"We just hope that she and An An can find someone who can support and care for each other in the future. So they have to agree on their own affairs, and we don't have the final say."

"Big sister, does this mean you approve of my grandson?"

Grandpa Chi suddenly slapped the city wall and looked at Grandma Jiang and Grandpa Jiang excitedly.

"This……"

Grandma Jiang was speechless, and Grandpa Chi immediately became nervous.

"Why do you disagree? My grandson is a very good person. He has been thinking about her all these years since he returned to Beijing and has never had any contact with other members of the opposite sex."

When the old couple heard this, they were filled with smiles.

"We can only say that we have no objection. It depends on what Chengcheng thinks."

"That's good. You see, my grandson was the top scorer in the national college entrance examination last year, and Chengcheng is the top scorer this year. They are not much different in age, and can barely be considered childhood sweethearts. Moreover, they are both talented and beautiful. If they get together in the future, the child they have will definitely inherit their genes and be smart and good-looking. I wonder how many people will be envious of them, don't you think?"

The old couple were also attracted by the picture described by Mr. Chi and nodded involuntarily. Qiu Liping couldn't help laughing as she watched the old man fool the old couple in no time.

"Brother Chi, all of your preconditions must be agreed to by my Chengcheng. We won't get involved."

"..."

Huh? I thought I had fooled him. Looks like I have to work harder myself. I am also running out of ideas.

"It doesn't matter, as long as you can help them create opportunities occasionally. Our family is dominated by wives, and my grandson has inherited this fine tradition."

Grandma Jiang looked at Qiu Liping in surprise. She turned away awkwardly and then turned back immediately.

"Aunt, what my dad said is true. When my mother-in-law was around, my dad listened to her. Xiaoyuan's dad also respects me more, and I am the one who makes the decisions about family matters. If they get together in the future, you can see that I am not a domineering person. Xiaoyuan, you have watched him grow up, so I think he will not treat Chengcheng badly."

Grandma Jiang was somewhat tempted. Based on her understanding of Chi Yuan over the years, it would indeed be a good choice for Cheng Cheng to be with him.

"Old man, what do you think?"

"Let them take their own course. If that day ever comes, we won't object. But I don't want to help you. I'd rather stay a few more years. If you want my granddaughter to recognize you, you have to show your sincerity in return."

"What you said is true, brother. Am I not anxious? But put yourself in her shoes. If I had a granddaughter as smart and beautiful as Chengcheng, I would also have to be on guard against someone else taking her away. Don't be offended! All of this is out of my selfishness and has nothing to do with my grandson."

"Yes, uncle and aunt, we also saw what this boy was thinking, so we wanted to help him."

Qiu Liping was also afraid that the old couple would misunderstand her, so she quickly explained.

"Don't worry, we've been getting along well these past few days, and I can see what kind of person you are. You're worried about the children! I understand."

Perhaps it was because of this incident that they got along more naturally. Before, the old couple was still wondering why they suddenly came to their house, but now that they knew, they felt much closer.

If it really works out in the future, it is necessary to build a good relationship now. They are all open-minded people. While pointing to the beautiful mountains and rivers in the distance, they talk about the possible changes in the future and their expectations for their children.

"Ah! I'm at the top of the mountain!"

As soon as Wang Quan climbed to the top of the mountain, he sat down and shouted towards the bottom.

"Ah! It feels so good!"

"Hey! How are you?"

"I'm very good!"

Luoyang arrived next, with Zhang Ji and Yu Hansheng one step behind. Each of them made trumpet-like shapes with their hands and shouted.

“Renmin University of China, here I come.”

"Kyoda, here I come."

"Q, here I come!"

"Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics, here I come."