The eldest sister-in-law became rich by farming in the mountains

Looking back to the past, because of the fate predicted by a wandering Taoist priest that she would bring bad luck to her father, husband, brother and children, her brother and sister-in-law hated her so much that she was almost sold to a pawnshop.

Later, due to a thunderclap, the brother and sister-in-law were so frightened that they dared not do anything too drastic, but they could not tolerate the original girl staying at home, so they married her to Nanxi Village.

Then, Xu Yingtao came to this time and space.

Even though the core had been replaced long ago, the fear and despair that the original body had suffered because of that fate were deeply engraved in this body like a brand.

Xu Yingtao had been caught in the rain, so she wanted to hold an umbrella for Xie Bai even more - she decided to find out the rumor maker and clear Xie Bai's name.

Things here are different from modern times. Once a child is burdened with rumors like this, it will be difficult for him to find a wife in the future.

She even suspected that the person who spread the rumors was the same person who had predicted the original body's fate.

Otherwise, why would the words be so similar?

Facing Xu Yingtao's suspicion, Xie Bai finally had no choice but to reveal the truth: "Sister-in-law, those rumors were actually spread by me secretly."

If you find a beggar or a storyteller and give him some silver, this matter will not be difficult to accomplish.

Xu Yingtao: “?”

Xie Bai continued, "Matchmakers come to our house every day, and our family is overwhelmed by them. To prevent future troubles, I can only resort to this last resort."

To eliminate future troubles? Are you eliminating future troubles? You are eliminating your own descendants!

Xu Yingtao was speechless.

She had thought of many possibilities, but she never expected that Xie Bai was the culprit.

What a success!

If you can’t get married in the future, you will cry.

Xie Bai just smiled and didn't say anything, letting Xu Yingtao teach him a lesson.

Xu Yingtao said that she would no longer mind his business, but in fact she still intervened.

She knows very well that dealing with rumors is like controlling water, which is better to drain than to block. The more she tries to cover up rumors, the more counterproductive it will be.

Instead of this, it would be better to let everyone speak their mind.

Soon after, rumors began to spread that Xie Bai was a "reincarnation of a fox demon," "a carrot that turned into a spirit," and "actually a girl."

In short, the rumors are becoming more and more outrageous, while people's enthusiasm for gossip is gradually cooling.

Obviously, these nonsense stories could not arouse their interest. They said: "This is obviously nonsense. Who would believe it?"

As time went by, people gradually became immune to the rumors about Xie Bai and instead felt sympathy for him: "This child is so pitiful. He was framed like this. He must have been the target of jealousy."

Xu Yingtao: Thank you from me, a humble person.

In the blink of an eye, the 27th day of the twelfth lunar month had arrived. In addition to preparing a year-end bonus of three taels of silver for each family, Xu Yingtao also prepared an extra New Year gift.

The gift package includes five pounds of pork, a duck, a chicken, a big carp, a small jar of hot sauce produced in the workshop, a bag of marinade powder, and various self-produced products.

A big basket filled to the brim, filled with a festive atmosphere.

These products are usually expensive and few people are willing to buy them to taste. Now, not only can they be enjoyed at home, but even if they are brought to relatives and friends, it is particularly prestigious.

Everyone was very happy.

Seeing everyone laughing so hard that they couldn't close their mouths, Xu Yingtao was also happy from the bottom of her heart.

She is happy to see everyone's lives getting better and better and their lives becoming more prosperous.

Because this is exactly what she strives for.

On the 28th day of the twelfth lunar month, all workshops closed, officially marking the beginning of the New Year holiday.

Early in the morning, Xu Yingtao was still immersed in sleep, when she suddenly heard Xiaohua knocking on the door: "Sister Yingtao, there are two female guards outside, they said they are from the capital!"

Xu Yingtao suddenly perked up, jumped up from the bed, quickly put on her clothes, and went out to greet him.

As I stepped into the courtyard, I saw two heroic women standing side by side. They were dressed in black, with agile postures and long swords on their backs. Their every move showed the fortitude and ability of warriors, like two roses proudly blooming in the cold wind.

Wow.

Xu Yingtao looked so handsome.

Yan Yunlan really didn't lie to her.

After the two of them greeted each other, the guard named Chun Sanniang took out a stack of letters from her arms and handed them to Xu Yingtao respectfully with both hands. They were family letters brought from the capital.

Xu Yingtao was not in a hurry to read the letter. Instead, she arranged their food and lodging personally. She also asked Xiaohua and Xie Bai to take their horses to the stable in the backyard to feed them hay.

As early as a month ago when she received Yan Yunlan's letter, she had already been preparing to welcome the two of them, and she was ready to move in as soon as they arrived.

Chun Sanniang and Zhang Haonu have been in the business for many years and have met countless people, but they have never met such an approachable host.

They were a little uncomfortable for a moment, and even their body movements became a little clumsy.

Xu Yingtao smiled and said, "As you can see, our village is peaceful and tranquil, and nothing happens every day. You don't need to be nervous and abide by the rules. We will eat and live together in the future, so you should get used to it sooner.

If you are willing, you can help my mother and aunt grind the abrasive powder. If you don’t want to waste your time, you can teach Xiao Bai and the children in the village to practice boxing and kicking every day. In short, there are only a few things to do at home, so it’s not too tiring.”

It wasn't a sudden idea for her to let Xie Bai practice martial arts.

When the newly appointed prefect came to visit with his wife, he talked to her about the harsh environment in the examination hall.

During the exam, those who are physically weak and encounter windy and rainy weather or are drawn to use the toilet often cannot survive for more than two days and will be carried out of the examination hall by patrolling officers and soldiers.

At that time, Xu Yingtao was worried about the arrangement of two female guards that Yan Yunlan was going to force on her.

After that conversation, she made up her mind to strengthen Xie Bai's muscles.

After hearing this, both of them were stunned.

Although they are guards, they are still of low status in the eyes of the powerful in the capital. Especially because of their identity as women, they are often looked down upon by their peers or teased by the male protagonist's family.

They had served many masters, some of whom were extremely bad, beating and scolding them, and deliberately mistreating them. Even the better ones, such as Master Yan's family, would maintain a natural distance from them due to the difference in status.

But this Xu Xiangjun was so warm as the winter sun that they were not used to it.

The two of them immediately wanted to repay her with all their heart.

Seeing that one of them was hesitant to speak, Xu Yingtao said gently, "If you have anything to say, just say it."

Zhang Haonu said respectfully, "My lord, I have heard from Miss Yan that there is a golden eagle in your house. It happens that I know how to train eagles, and I am willing to serve you."

Xu Yingtao's eyes lit up when she heard that. She pointed at the chicken coop not far away and said with a smile, "Over there, it's almost as fat as a ball. Please help me to cook it properly!"

On the first day of the first lunar month, Xu Yingtao's face was almost stiff from smiling.

Because there was a constant stream of officials and merchants coming to pay New Year's greetings.

She missed the days when her master's family still lived in the neighboring village. If she didn't want to socialize, she could easily avoid them by hiding in her master's house.

It’s not like today, when I have to put on a hypocritical smile and deal with people who have their own thoughts.

At noon, after finally seeing off the official from the neighboring town, Xu Yingtao had just had a moment to catch her breath and went to the toilet to relieve herself. Then she heard Xiaohua hesitantly say outside the door, "Sister Yingtao, there are three people outside, claiming to be your brother, sister-in-law, and nephew."

Xu Yingtao was washing her hands. Upon hearing this, she immediately took the handkerchief handed to her by Xiaohua, dried her hands hastily, and walked quickly to the front yard, asking as she walked, "Why didn't anyone stop them?"

Xiaohua said, "Sister, have you forgotten? It was you who said that all patrol teams would have a holiday on the first day of the first lunar month."

Xu Yingtao slapped her forehead, she was really busy to the point of dizziness.

Although she had already expected that her original body's brother and sister-in-law would come to her sooner or later, anger still surged in her heart at this moment.