Beautiful Peasant Girl: The Young Marquis's Beloved

October 3rd, an auspicious day, sunny.

Early in the morning, Xu Ruolan asked Huanxi to bring Liu Xu a dress that she had sewn by herself, using the pink fine cotton cloth that she had specially bought before.

The top is designed with a front opening, and the delicate buttons are like small flowers that bloom one after another along the front. The pink fine cotton cloth is soft and warm, and the cuffs are straight-tube type, with just the right width, which is convenient for the catkins to move around and looks neat and generous. The edge of the cuffs is trimmed with a circle of fine white fluff, which makes it more delicate and lively. The front and cuffs are embroidered with exquisite peach blossoms, and the petals are lifelike, as if emitting a faint fragrance.

The lower body is a pleated skirt design, which is long to the ankles. The hem of the skirt hangs down naturally, swaying gently with her steps, as if she is a pink fairy dancing in winter. The butterflies embroidered on the hem of the skirt seem to be playing among the flowers, which is very lively.

The matching embroidered shoes are made of the same fabric, with small plum blossoms embroidered on the uppers, which are exquisite and elegant.

All of this demonstrates Xu Ruolan's deep love for her daughter.

After Liu Xu got dressed, Xu Ruolan came in with a bowl of longevity noodles. Seeing her pretty daughter, she was very satisfied: "My Xu'er is so beautiful today!"

"Hehe, that's also because of mother's good cooking skills. Thank you, mother!" Liu Xu took a few steps forward and hugged Xu Ruolan. Xu Ruolan was so scared that she quickly moved her hand away, fearing that the noodle soup would scald her.

"Okay, stop acting like a spoiled brat. Come on, eat this bowl of longevity noodles."

Without her reminder, Liu Xu gulped down the whole bowl of longevity noodles.

After she finished eating, she personally combed her hair into double buns and put two pink silk flowers on them, which complemented her dress and made her look even more charming.

Liu Xu looked at herself and her mother in the bronze mirror, and her heart was filled with warmth and swelling. In her previous life, her parents didn't want her, so she had to rely on her grandmother. After her grandmother passed away, no one ever celebrated her birthday. Now that she has come to this strange world, she has parents who love her, a cute and adorable brother, and many relatives and friends who care about her. She feels that her life is complete.

(Mu Lingxuan: I’m afraid you have a misunderstanding of perfection.)

The kitchen was busy from the morning hour, steaming rice, steamed buns, and vegetables. After dawn, people from each household brought in bowls and chopsticks, and some helped wash the bowls and chopsticks, and cut and washed vegetables. Even on the road outside the door, everyone helped to move the tables and chairs from each household and put them in place. The children in the village followed the adults running around, making it very lively.

Considering that there were many people around today, Liu Xu asked Zhou Qiang, Zheng Li and He Feng to guard the two doors leading to the backyard and not let outsiders in.

Uncle He and Liu Ming were watching outside, while Huanxi and Xibao were responsible for keeping an eye on the two little ones. Aunt Lin and Yue Niang, one was responsible for watching the kitchen, and the other was with Xu Ruolan to receive guests.

Liu Changshun's family also came to help, and brought Dong Bin, Liu Qingxiang and Su He. Naturally, Xing'er and Shuisheng's followers also came.

As the sun rose higher, villagers gradually sent gifts. Everyone had made some money from selling mushrooms with Liu Xu recently, so the gifts were no longer as shabby as before. When Liu Xu went to the door, he took a look at Uncle He's gift list. Wow, they were all twenty or fifty coins, and some even gave cloth. Although not much, it was a world of difference compared to the previous banquets in the village. Especially the village chief's family, they actually gave two hundred coins and a few feet of fine cotton cloth.

From this we can see that everyone’s life is really getting better now.

He Lei went to the old house and invited the old man and his wife to come over. Although Liu Changshun and his wife helped, it was okay for the same generation, but the older generation should be received by the elderly. She originally wanted to ask Liu Dalin and his wife to help, but her grandparents were still there, and now the relationship has eased, so forget it.

Before Liu Dashan left, he repeatedly reminded his wife that today was a big day for the second house, and that things must not be done the same way as before. It was unknown whether Zhang was hit by what happened in the past few days or something, and she didn't say much. When the old man said it, she nodded in agreement.

When the old couple came, Liu Xu greeted them warmly:

"Grandpa, grandma, you are finally here."

"Hahaha, girl, you must be very busy. Don't worry, grandpa and grandma will help you to greet the guests, right, old woman?" Liu Dashan said with a smile and asked Zhang as if to remind her.

He Lei had already told him on the way here that Xu said her mother and she were both juniors, and asked him and the old woman to come and calm the situation. In fact, he knew in his heart that this girl was trying to make face for them, so how could he reject the kindness of his granddaughter.

"Don't worry, grandma knows." Zhang looked at Liu Xu who was smiling at her intimately. She felt mixed emotions in her heart, but she finally agreed.

"Well, let's just teach our grandparents about Second Grandpa's side, hehe." Liu Xu said with a smile, and led them to the living room, where all the older generation were.

"Wait a minute, girl Xu!" Liu Dashan called her and gently pulled Zhang with his hand.

Liu Xu looked at the two of them with some doubts, and saw Zhang Shi took out a purse with an uneasy look on her face, and then took out a simple silver bracelet with a bell from it. She quickly pulled Liu Xu's hand and put it on her.

Liu Xu was stunned immediately, looking at Zhang in disbelief. Xu Ruolan happened to see this scene, and she was stunned for a moment before quickly walking over.

"Today is your birthday, so it's a little rough. If, if you don't like it, you can melt it and use it as money." Zhang said uncomfortably, and quickly withdrew her hand and turned her head away.

Liu Xu was still in a daze: Wow, has the old woman really changed her personality?

"Xu'er, why don't you thank your grandpa and grandma quickly." Xu Ruolan's gentle voice came from behind.

Liu Xu finally reacted. No matter what she thought in her heart, her face showed an extremely happy expression: "Thank you, Grandpa and Grandma. Xuer likes it very much. This is Xuer's first piece of jewelry."

Yes, it was the first one! She had a lot of money, and she had bought her mother a silver hairpin before, but she felt that she was still young, so she didn't buy anything. The two silk flowers on her head were made by her mother with scraps of cloth. Otherwise, she would just use a hairband to tie a bun.

"That's good, that's good! Come on, let's go in! Second brother's family, you go and greet the others, your mother and I are inside." Liu Dashan said happily.

"Well, thank you for your hard work, father and mother. Aunt Lin, you just serve the old lady today. Dad, mom, just tell Aunt Lin if you have any problems." They were mainly worried that the old lady might not be able to control her temper and make a fool of herself.

"Yes, ma'am. Hello, old man. Hello, old lady!" Aunt Lin agreed, and then performed a standard blessing ceremony for the old couple.

Liu Dashan had been here several times, so he was used to it. But Zhang hadn't. She felt a little embarrassed when she saw Aunt Lin, and she didn't know how to respond. Seeing this, Liu Xu spoke up to relieve her embarrassment.

"Grandpa, grandma, let's go. I'll take you in first. We have to go out to greet Uncle Zhu and Uncle Chang later." As he said that, he took one of their hands and led the old couple in.

Zhang looked at the pair of white, tender and chubby little hands on her arms, and felt a little numb the whole time.

Near noon, Zhu Jiacheng arrived with his wife and children. Liu Xu and Xu Ruolan hurried out to greet them.

"Mrs. Xu, Miss Xu, congratulations on moving into your new home!" Zhu Jiacheng said cheerfully.

"Congratulations, we have to thank Foreman Zhu!" Xu Ruolan replied with a smile.

"Uncle Zhu, auntie, little brother, welcome to my home!" Liu Xu said with a smile.

"This must be my sister-in-law and your son, come in, come in!" Xu Ruolan also smiled and looked at the two people next to Zhu Jiacheng. The woman was pretty and not short, but she looked a little small next to Zhu Jiacheng. She had a peaceful face and was easy to get along with, which made her feel good about her.

Between the two stood a young boy in his teens, with a sturdy build and a body like his father. He looked strong and sturdy, wearing a satin suit that was not luxurious but well-cut. His round face was rosy, like a ripe apple, with a healthy luster. Under his thick eyebrows, his eyes looked bright and clever, and he looked at Liu Xu with curiosity.

"Madam Xu, it's my wife, Lan, and the third son of the family, Zhu Qiming. Madam, this is Madam Xu, and this little girl is the girl Xu I told you about. Ming'er, hurry up and call people." Zhu Jiacheng looked at his wife and children with gentle eyes and introduced them.

After they greeted each other and exchanged a few pleasantries, Xu Ruolan led the Zhu family members in.

As for Liu Xu, she was still waiting outside for Manager Chang.

Soon, Liu Xu saw a familiar carriage from afar. Yes, it was familiar, because the driver was Qingfeng. She was a little surprised, but she felt it was reasonable.

The carriage drove straight to Liu Xu's house, followed by a more ordinary carriage.

Qingfeng jumped down and lifted the curtain of the car. Sure enough, it was Chang Yifei.

"Brother Chang San, why are you here? I thought you went back." As soon as these words came out, Liu Xu wanted to slap herself in the face.

"Look at what you said, are you not welcome?" Chang Yifei jumped out of the car and teased.

"Oh, how can that be possible? My humble home will be so honored by your coming! Isn't it because you are so busy?" Liu Xu apologized with a smile.

"No matter how busy you are, you still have time for a meal. Besides, today is a big day for your family. As a partner, it would be inappropriate for me not to come!" Chang Yifei raised his eyebrows.

"I heard from Uncle Fu that today is not only your house-warming banquet, but also your birthday. The preparations were a bit hasty, so you should just accept it reluctantly!"

Liu Xu saw Qingfeng coming towards her with a few boxes.

"Oh, how can I feel embarrassed? Third Brother Chang is too polite!" He said embarrassed, but his hands were very honest. Chang Yifei couldn't help laughing.

At this time, the shopkeeper Chang got out of the car and walked forward, "Xu girl, uncle was delayed by something and came late, please don't blame me!"

"Not too late, not too late, just right. Thank you for your hard work, Uncle Chang." Liu Xu replied with a smile.

The clerk behind Manager Chang also presented a gift. Liu Xu asked He Lei to take it and led the two of them into the yard.

"Hmph, why didn't you ask me if I was tired?" Chang Yifei glanced at her.

"Yes, yes, you've worked hard too!" Liu Xu couldn't help but roll her eyes. She found that the deeper their friendship, the more casual this guy became, and that appearance wasted.

Many villagers had already sat down outside the door. Many young wives and girls were shy when they saw Chang Yifei. Liu Xu saw this inadvertently and the corners of her mouth twitched.

Seeing that most people had arrived, Liu Xu asked Uncle He to notify the kitchen to serve the dishes.

A table was set up in the living room, where Chang Yifei, Chang the shopkeeper, Zhu Jiacheng, the village chief, the second grandfather, Liu Changshun, Liu Dashan, and Liu Dalin were seated. A table was set up in the room to the right of the living room for the women, Xu Ruolan and Chen Lan accompanied Zhu Jiacheng's wife, as well as Zhang and several elders.

Zhu Qiming and Shuisheng were of similar age, and soon they became friends. They opened a table in the yard with Liuxu, Xing'er, and a few of their good friends. The remaining three tables were occupied by relatives and neighbors who had been good friends with Liuxu's family in the past.

Liu Dashan said a few words of thanks on behalf of Liu Xu's family, and then the meal began.

Uncle He and his men were responsible for greeting the villagers outside.

Not only are the dishes at Liu Xu's house excellent, but there is also a pound of wine on each table, which is quite a feast.

So, everyone was eating enthusiastically inside and outside the house.

The only family in the village who didn't come was Liu Dongcheng's family, after all, Liu Xu had clearly rejected his family. As for the widow Liu's family, they came uninvited.

However, she had a mixed feeling when she ate this meal. Looking at the dishes on the table, which were mostly meat and few vegetables, and thinking of Xu Ruolan's behavior as a lady, her face was twisted with jealousy. The people at the same table looked at her, secretly rolled their eyes, and ignored her.

Everyone in the village knew that she had a bad relationship with Liu Xu's family, yet she still came to the banquet. She was so shameless.

These willow catkins don’t know, and even if they did, they wouldn’t care.

The meal took nearly two hours. During this time, Liu Dashan got drunk. He hugged the village chief and cried that he was sorry for Lao Er's family. Liu Xu took a lot of effort to persuade him and asked someone to send the two elders back to rest.

After the servants cleared away the bowls and chopsticks and served tea, Chang Yifei and the others chatted for a while and then left one after another.

The servants and those who came to help from various families helped to clean up the tables, chairs, dishes and chopsticks and sent them back.

Aunt Lin took charge of distributing the leftovers, and then settled the money with the cooks before sending everyone away.

After a busy day, everyone was tired. In the evening, they asked Granny Fang to cook something and cut some braised vegetables for a meal, and then they washed up and went to bed early.

As for the old house, Uncle He arranged for someone to send it over. Because Zhang Shi seemed to have really changed today, Liu Xu felt that as long as she could keep it that way, she would be willing to treat them better.

The most uneasy family in the whole village is naturally Liu Dongcheng's family.

Because the family had just separated, Liu Dongcheng and his son were also at home. At this time, the family was sitting in the main room. Except for the younger Liu Chengcai, everyone else looked unhappy.