A ragged cub at the beginning

In the afternoon, Yu Xiaotao helped to buy a few sets of second-hand clothes. Although they were old and some were patched, they were all washed and clean. Most of them were prepared for the next child, but when Yu Xiaotao took the money to buy them, no one refused.

Now that the clothes were ready, Xingzi helped to boil water and washed them clean using the heat from the kitchen.

Tang Lele was a girl, so she didn't go with the boys and went to Tang Xu's room to wash alone. Zhao Yunniang's clothes fit her well, and she touched them happily, smiling from ear to ear.

Zhao Yunniang was a girl who was rarely around, so she volunteered to help her comb her hair. The two girls chatted together, making pleasant laughter from time to time, while Qiyue watched blankly, blinking her eyes. Sister Yunniang had a new friend, so she ignored Qiyue.

In addition to clothes, Tang Xu also had to buy bedding, pots and pans. He did not rest for the whole afternoon. Fortunately, the children were obedient and sensible, and took the initiative to help carry things.

The room they lived in had been renovated quickly, so there was nothing they could do about the dampness of the new house. They didn't mind at all and happily ran around in the empty room.

Fortunately, the beds had been ordered long ago and we just had to move them over.

For dinner, she took them directly to Fang's Braised Pork Shop and each of them had a bowl of braised pork rice. Otherwise, Yu Xiaotao would be too tired to cook for so many people.

Tang Xu thought about it and gave Xingzi a hundred coins, asking her to buy vegetables and cook. Not to mention eating meat every meal, an egg per child every day must not be saved, and they must all be well fed.

Xingzi was very nervous. It was her first time to get so much money. But she didn't say much when she thought that she would be driven away if she didn't do well. She must stay here! Qingqing can't go back to that home! Miss Tang's place is her best way out. She firmly believes that she will live better than her family in the future if she follows Miss Tang!

Since the flyer was hung at the door, many people came to ask questions every day. Qi Qing answered according to Tang Xu's instructions. Many people asked again and again, and some came every day to ask.

Even though Qi Qing had a good temper, he was still a little annoyed.

In addition to those who came to ask about the kindergarten, there were also many people who came to recruit workers. However, Tang Xu wanted women, but all the people who came were men.

Tang Xu drew a table and listed the people she wanted to recruit. She originally wanted to transfer Qi Qing over, but now she felt that it was not possible. Without Qi Qing, she could not get away at all.

It was enough to have Tang Ling, Tang Yao and Tang Qing as martial arts teachers. Now we just needed to recruit women who could read, which was difficult. Women from ordinary families could not read at all, and it was impossible for young ladies from wealthy families to show their faces in public.

"Oh." Tang Xu sighed.

"What's wrong, Xiaoxu? Is the food today not to your liking?" Yu Xiaotao asked.

"No, it's about the kindergarten recruiting workers. Where can I find someone who can read and is willing to work in a kindergarten?" Tang Xu said worriedly.

"Is it enough to just know how to read?" Yu Xiaotao said.

"It's best if you have an education." Tang Xu raised his head. "Does Sister Xiao Tao know anyone?"

Yu Xiaotao said shyly, "As for me, I have studied for a few years."

"Ah? Really?" Tang Xu was very happy, "Then are you willing to come?"

"Of course I am willing, but I don't know if I can do it." Yu Xiaotao stroked her temples, lowering her eyebrows and looking particularly gentle. These days, she has no worries, the two children are getting better and better, and her complexion has also improved. She is much more cheerful and confident, and she is no longer the haggard and sickly look she used to be.

"Okay! Then you're one of them! Sister Xiaotao, do you know anyone else?" Tang Xu asked.

Yu Xiaotao hesitated and said, "I have a good friend. We were taught by the same teacher, but I haven't seen her for a long time. I don't know how she is doing."

"Then go and ask?" Tang Xu asked expectantly.

Yu Xiaotao agreed, "Okay, I'll go see her tomorrow and ask her."

Tang Xu's appetite improved again. It seemed that he needed Dong Wanwan's help to find someone. She was generous and cheerful, very popular, and knew many people. If possible, she wanted to give priority to those who were having a hard time and help them as much as possible.

She wants to do a lot more, but she doesn't have enough ability, after all, she is just a painter. She regrets not learning something else and not being able to help more people.

Tang Xu finished her meal and went to exchange with Qi Qing. Not long after she sat down, another acquaintance came over. She came forward and asked, "Ms. Zhu, how are you these days?"

Zhu Ying took off her veil and smiled, "Thanks to you, young lady. I listened to your words last time and thought about it for a long time. I think it makes sense. I don't know if it's because I feel more open-minded, but I feel a lot more relaxed these days."

"This has nothing to do with me. Everyone can talk, but not many people can listen to it. Miss Zhu is an open-minded person, but she is burdened by her body. If the body is unwell for a long time, it is inevitable that she will be irritable and depressed." Tang Xu poured her a cup of tea.

Zhu Ying shook her head. She was very grateful to Tang Xu. She ignored this and stated her purpose. "I heard that you opened a school?"

"Yes, we recruit young children, regardless of gender. Does Miss Zhu have someone of the right age at home?" Tang Xu asked curiously.

Zhu Ying smiled and shook her head, "No, but I heard that the young lady wants to recruit a teacher, only for women. I wonder if I can do it? I have nothing to do at home, and I have read a few books. I have dabbled in music, chess, calligraphy and painting. Although I am not proficient in them, I think I can teach some children."

"That's great!" Tang Xu stood up happily. Chinese people value modesty. Miss Zhu looked confident, and it must be more than what she said. "Don't regret your promise, Master Zhu!" She finished, winking her right eye coquettishly.

Zhu Ying pursed her lips and smiled, then said a little worriedly: "It's just that my health is not very good, and by then..." She stopped talking.

Tang Xu also understood what was left unsaid. She gave Zhu Ying a soothing look and said, "It's okay. I won't make you too tired. If you feel uncomfortable, you can take a leave to rest."

"I also want to do something, but I haven't thought it through yet. So I thought of coming to see what Miss Tang is doing, hoping to gain some clues." Zhu Ying smiled embarrassedly.

Tang Xu smiled indifferently, "Sure, I'll let you know when the time comes. Leave me your address. It should be soon."

The Zhu family did not live in the town. In order to make it easier for Zhu Ying to recuperate, they specially chose a beautiful place with clear water and mountains and built a house in the village at the foot of Jishou Mountain. But the name of the village was ugly, called Jijiao Village. Jijiao Village was not far from the town and it was fast to get there by car.

Zhu Ying said softly, "There's no need to trouble you to make a special trip. Sansi Embroidery Building is my family's property. When the time comes, just let them know and someone will notify you."

Tang Xu was surprised and asked, "The Sansi Embroidery Building is your family's business?"

Zhu Ying smiled and nodded, "So I have heard of Miss Tang a long time ago. Qin Wen highly praised the girl's paintings and praised them several times."

Tang Xu laughed, "So Miss Zhu knew me so long ago. Thanks to Sansi Embroidery House, otherwise I wouldn't be able to open this shop and kindergarten now."

"Miss, you are too modest. Your paintings can be sold for a good price anywhere. Sansi Embroidery House got a bargain." Zhu Ying said sincerely. She raised her eyes to look at Tang Xu, rubbed her handkerchief with her fingers, and went over what she wanted to say several times in her mind before saying, "Miss Tang, you..."

She was halfway through her words when her face turned red. Tang Xu waited for her to finish her words, and seeing that she was a little embarrassed to speak, he couldn't help but ask, "What? If you have something to say, just say it."

"Yes, do you need money? I have some." Zhu Ying was clearly giving money, but it was more embarrassing than borrowing money. "I don't mean to look down on you, I just want to help."

Tang Xu was amused by her appearance, "I know you didn't. Who would give money to someone they look down upon? It's not like they have too much money to burn. Did Sister Qin say something bad about me?"

"That's not the case." Zhu Ying denied it hastily and even coughed twice in anxiety.

"Drink some water, don't be anxious." Tang Xu was just joking, but he didn't expect to scare people. "I mean, Sister Qin, are you kidding me that I have no money to sell embroidery patterns?"

Zhu Ying took a sip of water and recovered. Her cheeks, slightly red from coughing, looked much better and more beautiful. "That's what I said. Qin Wen didn't mean to make fun of you."

"I know, but even if she laughs at me, I am grateful to her." If it weren't for the Sansi Embroidery Building, she would have been very poor at first and not as happy as she is now. "I have enough money on hand, thank you Miss Zhu for your kindness."

The two chatted for a while and then Zhu Ying said goodbye.

The first day they talked about Qin Wen, and she came the next day. The wedding dress was already made, and she sent it to Tang Xu to try on and make changes if he was not satisfied.

Tang Xu was stunned when he saw the clothes, "Why is it green?"

"It was originally ordered in red, but I heard that Master Du asked for it to be changed to green." Qin Wen placed the dress on the bed, held the embroidery on the collar, and whispered, "A high-ranking bride wears red, a low-ranking bride wears green. The girl has found a good man."

"Is there such a saying?" Tang Xu heard Qin Wen's voice sounded a little strange, maybe she had been through something. She didn't like to poke people's wounds, so she changed the subject and said, "I haven't heard of it. I thought wedding dresses were all red."

"Red man and green woman, golden boy and jade girl." Qin Wen turned around and put a smile on her face again, "Come and try it."

The embroidery on it is very exquisite, and every stitch is colorful. I don't know what thread was used.

Tang Xu touched his waistband and joked, "Luckily I didn't gain weight."

"You are looking down on me when you say that. I know how to make it look. It doesn't matter if you are a little thin or a little fat. Don't be so nervous. Miss Tang will be so beautiful in this wedding dress." Qin Wen helped her put it together and turned around to examine it carefully. "You will be the most beautiful bride in Yihe Town."

Tang Xu's cheeks flushed when he heard such praise, "Is it really that beautiful?"

"What? Are you not confident in yourself? If you weren't so rough on weekdays, you would surely charm a lot of people." Qin Wen looked at her face, her smile faded, and she lowered her head to hide her expression.

Tang Xu didn't notice her strangeness, "Hahaha, it's not that rough, the most important thing is to feel comfortable."

"Okay, I'll go first." Qin Wen left her clothes behind, looking a little dazed, as if she was lost in memories. She slowly walked out of the yard, and when she reached the door, she looked back at Tang Xu, signaling that he didn't want her to see her off.

Tang Xu returned to the room and touched the embroidery on the wedding dress. Who would have thought that a man like Du Yun could think of such details? It was just a different color, but the thought touched Tang Xu. She came from the modern era, so she felt the injustice suffered by women even more deeply. In this era, women did not even have the power of life and death in their own hands. They obeyed their fathers at home, their husbands after marriage, and their sons after their husbands died. Their lives could be seen through at a glance.

She thought of Du Yun again. How could there be such a good person? The feeling of being held in someone's heart and in the palm of their hand was so beautiful that it made people want to cry.

Tang Xu buried his face in his wedding gown and smiled softly.

How lucky I am to be married to you.

"Tang Yao is back!" Yu Xiaotao's voice came from the yard.

"Where is the patient?" asked a strange girl's voice.

"What's the hurry? Have a drink of water." Tang Yao said nonchalantly, looking at Tang Ling, staring at her greedily, and smiled: "I'm back."

"Why did it take so long?" Tang Ling glanced at the female doctor.

"This girl asks for free medical treatment wherever she goes, which has caused delays," Tang Yao explained.

"Tang Yao is back?" Tang Xu calmed down and walked out. Seeing the girl next to him who was only a junior high school student, he asked curiously, "Is this the doctor from Medicine King Valley?"

"Yes." Tang Yao nodded.

"Is that you? Come here and let me take your pulse." Sun Banxia stepped forward and took Tang Xu's hand to feel her pulse. "It's not a big problem. You are a little weak and your wrist is strained. You haven't rested well recently." She pouted, "I'll prescribe you a prescription. You need to give your wrist acupuncture."

"Thank you for your hard work. Take a rest first." Tang Xu looked at the little girl and suddenly had an idea in his mind: I have to keep her here. The kindergarten is short of a school doctor! "Sister Xiao Tao, do you have any snacks at home? Bring some to the little doctor... What's your name, girl?"

"Please don't mention your surname, Sun, Sun Banxia." Sun Banxia sat on the stool with a stern face. She secretly glanced at the strange things in the yard. What are they for? There are many children in this family. Oh! Is this how they play? Huh? This child looks unhealthy, as if he is born with a deficiency. That one is not so good either, that one has indigestion because he ate too much. That little one looks strong, but silly. The little girl is in good health, okay. She looked around and commented on everyone's health.

Tang Yao came close to Tang Ling and told him about what he had seen and heard along the way. Tang Ling occasionally hummed in response.

Tang Xu coaxed the little doctor and vowed to keep her as a school doctor. Even if she couldn't stay, she had to leave a good impression. I heard from Tang Ling that the medical skills in Yaowang Valley were excellent. If we could kidnap a doctor, the children's health would be guaranteed! Doctors are not easy to find at this time, and good doctors are even more rare. If there is a school doctor, it will definitely attract more people to the kindergarten!

"Where is the paper and pen? I'll write the prescription. Miss Tang Xu, please come and sit down. I'll give you acupuncture." Sun Banxia said.

"Okay, I'll go get some paper and pen." Tang Xu quickly came back with paper and pen. Yu Xiaotao brought some snacks and a bowl of Tremella soup.

Sun Banxia quietly swallowed her saliva. This snack smelled so good. But she immediately opened the medicine box and took out the needle bag and candle, and burned the needles to disinfect them.

When she was holding the needle, her face was full of concentration, which did not seem out of place on her childish face, but instead made people feel afraid? People always have a natural sense of awe for doctors and teachers.

But this did not seem to include Tang Xu. Her mind was spinning like crazy. How could she attract a doctor to stay? What did doctors like the most? Medicinal herbs? They didn't have that. Patients? Difficult and complicated diseases? She looked at the childish little girl again. How could a child resist playing? It was just that kindergarten toys might not be very attractive to such a big child. So what could make her stay?

Sun Banxia was treating the patient seriously, but she didn't expect that the patient was only thinking about how to kidnap her.