Quick Transmigration: Leisure

Spring has come again. After days of rain, the clear skies bring a sense of comfort.

Bianjing, south of the city.

In the area where minor officials gathered, there were more carriages and horses coming and going at the gate of Yan's mansion than usual, and everyone wore a polite smile.

Today is a joyous day.

Congratulations! Your youngest son has started a family in the blink of an eye. Your family is complete and happy, which is the envy of many.

"Thank you."

The Yan family members separately entertained different guests. There were those dressed simply, conspicuous merchants, and low-key officials, and occasionally a few neatly dressed young people who were busy running around.

Yan Laoyao's guests were mostly from the latter group, coming from all walks of life and with no restrictions on background. They were very reliable, and those with poor character were screened out long ago.

If I hadn't developed the ability to judge people, how could I have stayed by my aunt's side with such confidence for so many years?

The residences were not far apart, and Xia Youmi arrived on foot. Her gifts had already been carried into the backyard, and she carried only a gift list in her hand. Although Fu Miao'an's gift was prepared separately, he insisted on placing it in the same set of trunks that Xia Youmi had customized.

Ten years of peaceful coexistence

There's no need to argue about it then.

When it comes to things like opening doors, Xia Youmi usually goes along with the one who has more ideas. If you suggest something specific to eat, suggest meeting old friends and want to be treated like family, or suggest where you want to stay for a while.

Unless there is a stronger desire, Xia Youmi tolerates Fu Miao'an.

Previously, I would feel anxious and insecure, worrying that making too many demands would annoy people.

But gradually, the more Fu Miao'an got to know him, the more he realized that this person was actually too lazy to make decisions. It would be better for him to state his specific needs so that the two of them could deliver the goods without any barriers.

but,

This does not mean that you can control the other party.

If Xia Youmi doesn't want to do something, whether it's a big issue like the future or a small one like what to eat, she won't indulge or tolerate it.

Bringing it up directly leaves no room for minor misunderstandings or major conflicts to erupt.

Therefore, thanks to Fu Miao'an's efforts, the two of them worked tirelessly for ten years, leaving no room for outsiders to get involved.

On one occasion,

On the way, Xia Youmi ran into Qin Fang, the patrol chief she had only met once. At that time, he couldn't remember his name, but his first reaction was to look at her hair bun. He then grabbed Xia Youmi's hand tightly and said, "I want to marry you! I want to redeem you from your servitude."

Because life was peaceful and she hadn't seen him for so long, Xia Youmi didn't include him in the group of people she needed to be wary of or avoid.

So sudden and unexpected.

Qin Fang quickly realized his rashness when asked about redeeming himself and stopped repeating it. Fu Miao'an, who arrived later, didn't hear it. However, seeing Qin Fang holding onto Qin Fang's hand tightly, Fu Miao'an's face was already very angry.

then,

Under the pressure, Qin Fang snapped out of his daze, no longer daring to provoke Fu Miao'an, and suddenly found the root of his confusion.

My soul was bewitched by someone who doesn't even exist.

If someone is only slightly similar to another, they're daring to jump into the abyss; they really shouldn't be trapped any longer.

Upon returning and making some inquiries, it was discovered that everyone in Kaifeng Prefecture, both openly and privately, knew that Lord Fu was keeping a low profile with a widow.

Some people feel sorry for him.

But those people shut up after they had a chance to see the two of them together.

Not only were they a perfect match, but if any frivolous remarks were to spread, Fu Miao'an would summon them to the martial arts arena for a real sparring match. After receiving a thorough beating from Fu Miao'an, whose agility was improving day by day, the rumors would disappear.

Besides his physical skills, Fu Miao'an had also improved his internal energy cultivation over the years he spent with Xia Youmi. When his master passed away, he left with peace of mind and satisfaction.

The Fu family couldn't control him at all, as long as he didn't offend their ancestors.

The two moved far away to the south of Bianjing City. After Yan's elder brother took office, they also bought a house nearby. It was not large, but just enough for each member and their possible partners to live in.

Yan Laoyao was overjoyed; going home felt like visiting a neighbor.

After the lumberyard was built to a standard size that could handle large orders, the Yan couple officially retired and handed over their family property to their two daughters. One of them got married and the other married into another family, but they were both kind-hearted and supported each other wholeheartedly for the Yan family.

The elder brother of the Yan family got married and had a child in the second year after taking office.

Even the most perfectly conventional and excellent path is one that one would not want to cause trouble for.

therefore,

This home is no longer on the edge of the village.

The younger generation in Baizhao Village were mostly like this, influenced by the prosperity of Bianjing City, and each went out to find reliable livelihoods. As the older generation gradually left and the lumberyard was forcefully incorporated into the local government, its domineering behavior ceased.

It seemed that the tradition was about to be broken.

But the truth is that after being incorporated and organized, they only recruited the Baizhao village youths who were willing to work hard.

The timber trade, on the contrary, prospered even more.

Those older members of the clan who were no longer capable of causing trouble found that their lives were getting better and better, even as they grew old and hunched over.

Those who refuse to admit it will remain stubborn, but the younger generation no longer listens to their ways.

Upon seeing a large sum of silver...

Even the most unwilling person has no choice but to accept it: either they realize that robbing won't work, or they join in.

Suddenly, the social atmosphere became more open.

That traditional, evil practice of having to severely abuse one's young daughter to prevent her from being sold, leaving her dark, thin, and no longer beautiful, was thus put to rest. Yan Laoyao also actively took on the task of spreading the word, going door-to-door to confirm that this practice must not be repeated.

However, as a long-term, seemingly inexhaustible "farm" for raising girls, the shackles of deliberately raising them to be shameful have long been linked to the family's mysterious fortune, and many elderly people will fiercely resist the girls' changes.

Adults are not included in this category.

With such a small population in Baizhao Village, it would have been quick for Yan Laoyao to visit each household, but it still took him eight years to confirm that everyone's mindset had changed.

During the process, he met a bold and like-minded girl, and the two of them supervised each other for another two years.

The happy event was thus completed.

Yan Laoyao's personality is different from most of the villagers. He is lively and enthusiastic, with a lot of energy. He is serious and persistent when it comes to things, but he is also flexible. He won't be stubborn or concerned about saving face if he can't solve a problem. He will admit his mistakes, he won't engage in false self-reflection, and he will also ask his aunt for help.

His discerning eye for people was evident when he met that girl; he knew she was someone worth associating with.

I hadn't developed romantic feelings back then.

He still believed that she could be trained to work for his aunt, as she was definitely a promising talent.

then,

This led to more observation and guidance.

Everything was prepared, but his uncle was narrow-minded and even extended his suspicions to the promising young woman he had raised. Well then, he could only carry his wife home first.

Not to be missed.

Such a good girl should never be let go and be deceived by outsiders. Yan Laoyao is cunning, and it's fortunate that the girl likes him, otherwise he would definitely get a beating.

"Aunt, uncle!"

“Hmm.” Whenever he heard the youngest brother mention that last name, Fu Miao’an couldn’t help but smile.

This seems to be the only way to address someone with a kinship connection, which not only shows status, but also makes the child feel more comfortable if he calls out with a bit of gritted teeth.

"Aunt, Uncle," the bride greeted them respectfully.

If Xia Youmi hadn't directly rejected him, Yan Laoyao would have planned to have his aunt sit at the head of the table on their wedding day, and then kneel and kowtow to her three times and nine times.

Knowing that Yan's parents were still alive, Xia Youmi accepted their kindness.

but,

Before leaving after the wedding ceremony, the newlyweds knelt down and bowed in the direction of Xia Youmi.

this time,

Fu Miao'an felt differently; besides feeling comfortable, he also felt a sense of melancholy as he watched his child get married.

Before he knew it, he had gotten used to this person's noisy presence in his life.

The two have no conflicts and don't need the child to comfort them.

This child needs adults to coax him and will actively create mischief.

He taught him little by little, guiding him step by step. Fu Miao'an was used to taking care of him. In his heart, he truly treated Yan Laoyao as their child. But now that the child had flown out of the nest, they had more time to be alone together.

Before even enjoying it, I'm already feeling melancholy.

Without any choice,

He could only hold Xia Youmi's hands tightly, groping them up and down, still unwilling to let go.

The brief emptiness was quickly filled again.

Before the homecoming banquet ended, Fu Miao'an had almost forgotten about the Yan family boy. He was enjoying his holiday and traveling, so happy that he was oblivious to the world around him.

but,

After the excitement subsided, he discovered that the kid hadn't left home at all.

He also brought his wife along to visit his aunt.

Over the years, those who came looking for their aunt have now come looking for their great-aunt.

A string of little radishes was presented to Xia Youmi one by one to make her happy.

Fu Miao'an thought to himself, "I've experienced being a father and a grandfather, but this Yan Laoyao, don't be so considerate and meticulous!"

In order to find peace and quiet, they had no choice but to escape with their people and hide in the deep mountains and forests to cultivate themselves.

but,

When the children get a little older, they will sneak out on horseback, looking aggrieved and pouting. They always manage to mimic Xia Youmi's expression, making Fu Miao'an sigh with helplessness and wonder why he let this clingy child get his hands on him.

Xia Youmi laughed at him.

This person, though seemingly enjoying himself and appearing to be uninvolved, actually keeps everyone in mind. He knows which child likes what kind of food, and when he's willing to take them out, he'll choose the dishes to satisfy their needs.

in this way,

Bypassing Yan Laoyao, the grandchildren really did insist on having their great-aunt sit in the head seat to witness the ceremony when they got married.

this time,

They didn't refuse anymore.