This is the only way to get back to the village. He will definitely be able to wait for the third brother. Touching the hairpin in his arms, he hopes to exchange it for some money or food, which should allow his wife to have a few full meals.

After a while, I met my third brother.

"Wow, it feels good to ride in a donkey cart."

When the third brother saw his second brother blocking the way, he didn't want to pay any attention to him and changed direction to continue driving the cart, but was blocked again. He had to stop the donkey and got off the cart, not understanding what the second brother was waiting for here.

"Why, the third brother has become so successful that he doesn't even want to acknowledge the second brother?"

The third brother glanced at him. He was also involved in the making of soy milk before. If it weren't for the eldest brother's bad luck, he might be the one being beaten and unable to move by debt collectors today.

If he continued to speak in such a tone, it would definitely not be good news. If he couldn't avoid it, he would not hide it. "Hurry up and tell me. Don't waste time. I have something else to do."

The second brother didn't hesitate, "Third brother, I will keep your affair with Widow Li a secret for you."

As I spoke, I observed my brother's expression. He looked a little flustered and a little nervous, which was all expected, but he was still calm.

It was quite different from what I expected, where he just covered his mouth and was pulled aside. Maybe he was pretending.

The third brother felt strange. He clearly hadn't seen anyone else that day, so how did his second brother know about it? However, as a man of integrity has nothing to fear, he knew that there was nothing to do between him and Widow Li.

Is it that he doesn't know the whole picture of the matter, or is he trying to spread rumors and turn white into black? He will find a suitable time to talk to Yan Zi about it. There must be a big difference between confessing something voluntarily and hearing it from other people.

However, the village entrance, where people come and go, is not a good place to discuss this matter. If someone hears it, who knows how big of an impact it will cause.

If Widow Li's innocence is ruined because of this, she will feel uncomfortable for the rest of her life. "Second brother, do you really have to say this here?"

This sentence hit the mark exactly. It seemed that the two of them really had something going on. His guess was correct. If he wanted to get money or food, he must not irritate him. After all, he had the county magistrate as his backer and must not be offended.

"Then Third Brother, where do you want to discuss this? I'll take your advice."

The third brother frowned slightly and said it would be better to go to the fields to work in the afternoon. There would be basically no one else there, so it would be a good place to talk. "See you in the fields later."

The second brother nodded. The third brother was a man who cared about his reputation. As the saying goes, those who are barefoot are not afraid of those who wear shoes. As long as he still has this dignity, he will get what he wants.

I didn't expect that he could protect Widow Li so much. He is such a romantic man. How come I didn't realize it before?

The second brother made way, and the third brother got on the donkey cart. Without even looking at the other brother, he headed towards home.

The second son's wife was sneaking around Widow Li's house.

Not knowing whether her child was at home or outside, she was a little anxious, afraid that if she waited too long, she would be scolded by her mother-in-law if she returned late. When she saw a child walking towards this side, she quickly stopped him and pointed at the house, "Hey, do you know anyone in this house?"

She turned around and glanced, "I know him. I was just about to go there. What can I do for you, Auntie?"

This is a good relationship, it helps me a lot. The two children can't stay in the house and have to come out immediately. "Oh, nothing, go ahead."

The child thought the man was strange, but he soon forgot about it and quickly brought the man out.

The second son's wife waved to them and called them over, and took out a katydid made of straw, "Do you like this?"

Their eyes lit up immediately and they said in unison: "I like it~"

"Okay, then I'll ask you a question. If you can answer it, I'll give it to you."

The two children clapped their hands excitedly, "Okay~"

"It rained heavily a few days ago, do you remember?"

"Of course, I went to play with him every day, but not that day. I was so anxious. I wanted to go out after the rain stopped, but mom said that my shoes and pants would get dirty, so she forced me to stay at home."

The second daughter-in-law turned her head to the target, "Do you remember what happened that day that impressed you?"

At first he shook his head, but then as if he had thought of something, his confused expression suddenly became clear, "Oh, by the way, that day my mother came back covered in mud, and it took her a long time to wash clothes."

After getting satisfactory answers, I gave them the straw katydids in my hand and looked at their jumping backs. I felt that all my hard work was not in vain. It seems that I can sleep well tonight.

The second brother didn't lie to me. I was always worried before, wondering what would happen if he lied to me. Now, all those worries disappeared.

It is said that when a woman is pregnant, the husband is most likely to get into trouble. The third child is an example. He is usually so honest, but he might be cheating. We have to keep a close eye on the second child. Just because he is okay this time doesn’t mean he will always be okay.

I quickened my pace to go home, it should still be in time now.

At the same time, the third brother arrived home. Although he did not do those things, he was still a little uneasy, wondering what evidence the second brother had obtained.

What if she says something wrong in front of Yan Zi while I'm away and causes her to have a miscarriage? What should I do then?

But if there is anything, let's talk about it in the afternoon. I won't come here at this time.

"Wife, go and take a rest, I'll do it."

I was halfway through cooking when I was pulled out of the kitchen by the third child. He has been behaving well recently and goes straight into the kitchen every day when he gets home, and comes back quite early because he is afraid of tiring himself out.

Yan Zi felt very happy as she watched the busy figure of the third brother outside.

When I came back, I didn't hear Yuanbao's call, "Did Niuli send Yuanbao over?"

"Yes, he ran several times early in the morning, worried that people would not accept him and that Yuanbao would not have enough to eat."

"Seeing Yuanbao eat and drink his fill and sleep, I was afraid he was too happy there and wouldn't want to come back."

The third brother felt a little disappointed. It turned out that he didn't see the little thing that always wagged its tail and rubbed against his trouser legs when he came back.

Put the cooked food on a plate and bring it to the table, "They helped, what do you think we should give them?"

Yan Zi tapped the third brother's head and said, "When did you become such a blockhead? Need I tell you, it's good to give them two pieces of tofu."

That's indeed the case. They have definitely never eaten it before. Firstly, they want to try something new. Second, every household is short of food now. There is no reason for them not to buy it. My wife is really smart.

It turns out that Ni'er and Niu Li took after their wives. Fortunately they didn't take after this blockhead like me.

"Dad, Mom, I'm back."

Ni'er is a clean person. In the past, the first thing she did when she came home was to wash her hands. But today, she didn't. She looked around the yard and then went to take a look in the kitchen.

Seeing Ni'er's slightly disappointed expression, Yan Zi pulled the third child over, leaned close to her ear, and lowered her voice, "Do you think our daughter should ask Niu Li or Yuan Bao?"

The third brother thought that Ni'er usually cared so much about Niu Li, and since he was not here today, she must be looking for him, "Niu Li."

Yan Zi raised the corner of her mouth, "Let's make a bet?"

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