“Mom, every family pickles sauerkraut in winter. This sauerkraut is made from the most common cabbage in the fields. It is shredded, sprinkled with salt, mixed with some chili oil, and pickled in a jar. It can be kept for a long time.”

"To enhance the flavor, you can sprinkle some sesame seeds and peanuts on top!"

While deftly arranging the dishes in her hands, Su Li smiled and said to her mother.

Madam Hu nodded, about to speak, when she caught a glimpse of a figure out of the corner of her eye. Her expression faltered, and she stood up, saying to Su Li:

"Look, isn't that Peach Blossom? Why are you in such a hurry? Could something have happened?"

As the person approached, they saw that Peach Blossom looked flustered, her steps were hurried, and there were still traces of tears in her eyes.

Upon seeing Su Li, tears welled up in her peach blossom eyes like a burst dam, and she couldn't help but cry out, "Li'er, what should I do? My world is collapsing!"

Su Li's heart skipped a beat, and her heart clenched instantly.

He quickly stepped forward, pulled her to sit down on the edge of the field, gently patted her back, and comforted her:

"What's wrong? Don't be anxious, tell me slowly. Could it be that Young Master Tang sneaked away while we weren't paying attention? But even if he did sneak away, don't be afraid, I know where the Tang family lives in Yun County."

"If he dares to run away, I'll risk my life to take you there and demand an explanation!"

Peach Blossom cried so hard that her face was streaked with tears, and it took her a while to catch her breath.

She raised her eyes, glanced timidly at Su Li, then immediately lowered them again. Her hands unconsciously clutched the hem of her clothes, her voice trembling as she stammered:

"I... I received a letter from the Tang family, but they won't budge. Young Master Tang said he would take responsibility for me, but I'm already..."

"What's wrong?" Su Li's heart tightened, her voice filled with anxiety.

Peach Blossom's hand secretly touched her belly, nearly collapsing. "I'm pregnant! If my father finds out, he'll beat me to death! Tell me, what should I do now..."

Su Li was stunned, completely frozen in place.

My gaze slowly shifted to Peach Blossom's lower abdomen, which was indeed slightly protruding, indicating that she was already three or four months pregnant.

I am really afraid of what will happen.

She sighed, suppressing her shock, and tried to calm Tao Hua down first. "Let's not panic. Where is Young Master Tang? What did he say?"

Just then, Young Master Tang arrived, holding a letter in his hand, which he had just opened, and his expression was very solemn.

“My father said he would send a butler to pick me up and take me back.”

He took a deep breath, calmed his mind, and said with unwavering determination:

"However, since I said I would take responsibility for Peach Blossom, I will absolutely not go back on my word. Peach Blossom, don't worry, now that things have come to this, I will risk everything to marry you and give you and the child a home!"

"I will take the initiative to meet with your father and express my feelings!"

Su Li stared intently at Tang Gongzi's expression.

Seeing his firm gaze, earnest words, and demeanor, he didn't seem like a heartless man, and I breathed a slight sigh of relief.

But she knew in her heart that the matter with the Tang family had not been completely sorted out yet, and his eagerness to see Tao Hua's father now was most likely to end badly.

Peach Blossom glanced at Young Master Tang, then her gaze returned to Su Li, her voice trembling slightly.

"Li'er, you know, my father... if he finds out about us, he'll definitely beat us to death. I really can't think of a better way. I'm so worried!"

Su Li frowned, pondered for a moment, and said:

"No matter how difficult the road ahead may be, since Young Master Tang is willing to face it with you, let's see how things go first. Don't worry, I will always be with you."

Peach Blossom helped out at the dockside shop and earned quite a bit of money.

These days, even when Peach Blossom's father is drunk, he rarely lays a hand on her.

He only has one daughter, Taohua, and she's the only one who can earn him money. He should know exactly what to do without even thinking.

Therefore, Peach Blossom's father wasn't too difficult to deal with, so he could vent his anger and move on.

What worried her was the Tang family.

The reasons for Young Master Tang's misfortune have not yet been fully investigated. Even if the Tang family agrees to let Peach Blossom marry into the family, returning rashly could very well mean losing her life in vain...

Peach Blossom's eyes reddened, almost in despair. "What if my father doesn't agree? What will happen to our child? I can't live without this child, and I can't live without him."

Young Master Tang stood to one side, his lips slightly pursed, his eyes showing a hint of confusion, yet also a trace of determination.

He stepped forward, grasped Peach Blossom's hand tightly, and said softly:

"Peach Blossom, don't worry. No matter what difficulties we encounter, even if we have to fight against the whole world, I will never leave you and the child. I will protect you with my life."

"Don't overthink it. There are always more solutions than problems. There will always be a way out."

Su Li sighed softly, "Young Master Tang, since you've made up your mind, you should know what kind of person Peach Blossom's father is. If he treats you..."

Young Master Tang clenched his fist, gritted his teeth, and said excitedly:

"I know I've wronged Tao Hua. Even if my uncle beats and scolds me, I have no regrets. As long as I can be with her, I'm willing to endure anything!"

Su Li nodded to herself and said earnestly:

"In that case, you need to show Peach Blossom's father your determination, let him know that you genuinely want to live a life with Peach Blossom and give her a stable life, rather than seeking momentary pleasure."

Young Master Tang nodded solemnly, his gaze resolute. "I understand. I will never let Tao Hua and the child suffer any injustice, Miss Su, please rest assured! As for the Tang family..."

A flicker of struggle crossed Young Master Tang's eyes, before he finally let out a long sigh.

“Since I was a child, Uncle Zhong has been managing everything in the mansion. For now, let’s wait for him to come over. But no matter what, I will never leave Peach Blossom. She and I will share the same bed in life and the same grave in death.”

Su Li nodded. Although the group made solemn vows, everyone knew in their hearts that the road ahead would be full of thorns and difficulties.

Right now, getting past Peach Blossom's father won't be easy.

Before Peach Blossom and Young Master Tang decided to confess to Peach Blossom's father, Su Li carefully handed Peach Blossom a sum of money she had saved.

"Peach Blossom, take this money first. You never know when it might come in handy. It's not a lot, but it can at least help in an emergency."

Peach Blossom's eyes instantly reddened, tears welled up, and she was so moved that her throat felt blocked, so she could only nod vigorously.

She understood that her father had always been greedy for money, but for the sake of her child and Young Master Tang, she had no choice but to accept the money.

However, she owed Li'er far too much, perhaps she could never repay it in this lifetime...

Then, Su Li led them to a secluded house at the back of the village.

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