Chapter 104: Adding to the Box

  In the capital, a horse galloped swiftly into the palace gate. In an instant, the emperor in court and all civil and military officials were interrupted by the hurried footsteps outside the hall.

  Only saw the high-ranking official frowning, before he could even open his mouth to speak, he was interrupted by a soft and slender voice from outside.

  Your Majesty, Your Majesty, great joy! Bowing his waist and walking quickly into the grand hall, he didn't even bother to wipe away the sweat that had washed away the white powder on his face, leaving streaks behind. The eunuch knelt on the ground and cried out: Holy One, Holy One, great joy!

  The calm and composed emperor slowly said: What brings you joy?

  Pinching his thin neck, the old man said: The news from the imperial court is that General Xuan Yuan led a surprise attack on Beihuang last night and our army won a great victory!

  The excited voice echoed in the empty hall, but at this time no one noticed him. The emperor suddenly stood up from his dragon chair and asked in surprise: What did you say? Did you say that Beichang was repelled by us?

  The Duke knocked his head on the ground and said with tears in his eyes: Yes, Your Majesty didn't hear wrong, it's true, we really won.

  In an instant, all civil and military officials knelt down together, cheering: Heaven bless our dynasty, long live the Emperor!

  The middle-aged man in front of him said repeatedly: All of you, dear sirs, please get up quickly.

  He then turned to his grandfather who was kneeling on the ground and said, "Quickly bring me a pen and ink, I want to issue an imperial edict to reward the three armies heavily!" Haha haha haha!

  The joyful laughter echoed far, far away~~~~~~

  Girl, hurry up! Early in the morning, several happy sisters couldn't wait to put on their new clothes and urged Zhao's wife to hurry out.

  After a while, Zhao's family finally put on the clothes sent by Xi Mei's dry mother a few days ago and walked out. Before leaving the door, she still patted the sleeve with intricate flower patterns and asked several children.

  You guys think this outfit is not quite suitable, right? Today is the day to add dowry for your sister-in-law, why am I dressing up so nicely to go there? Zhao said uncomfortably.

  Look at her mother's tendency to go back to the house and change clothes. Xi Mei and Xi He each pulled one of Zhao Shi's arms, coquettishly saying, "Mother, today is a festive day, you have to wear something festive, it's also good for our family to gain some face."

  Today is the twentieth day of the twelfth lunar month, and it's also a good day for Chen Jiajia to pack her dowry box. After all, she's the first daughter among the younger generation of the Chen family to get married, so they can't help but make a big fuss about it.

  The bride's family will send out wedding invitations to relatives and friends after receiving the groom's proposal. The invitation includes the auspicious date of the wedding, and those who receive it usually give money as a gift to congratulate the bride's family. In simple terms, they are going to deliver the betrothal gifts today.

  It seems that it's not just modern people who give gifts, but this custom has been popular for such a long time.

  However, Xi Mei and her sisters didn't have time to think about this. They were now eager to return to Zhoujia Village, where they could have a good time playing together.

  On the carriage, several children were chattering away. Zhao Shi looked at the children beside her and then glanced at Chen Tianfa who was driving the horse outside, and couldn't help but let out a sigh.

  Huh? Mother, you seem so happy today, why are you sighing? The closest joyful lotus to Zhao's family heard. Putting down the toy in her hand, she curiously asked her mother.

  Zhao patted Xihe's head, then chased Ruihao out of the car before saying, "Look at your sister Juanjuan, she's about the same age as Xihua. They're already engaged, but your older sister doesn't even have a suitor in sight. Can you blame me for being anxious?"

  As soon as she finished speaking, Xǐ Jú's face suddenly turned into a red apple, and she said in a low voice: Mother, why did you say that? I still want to stay with you and Father for a few more years.

  Zhao sighed softly, his eyes catching sight of the little girl in the corner of the car, her mouth stuffed full like a squirrel's. He couldn't help but sigh again, remembering that just a few years ago, there were many people coming to propose marriage, but why hadn't he seen anyone in the past two years?

  Hastily stuffing things into her mouth, Xi Mei thought to herself, why is it like this? Of course, someone must have cleared away all the obstacles. Otherwise, with her own sister's value being so high, she wouldn't be worried that no one would want her, right?

  Uh, eating too fast and choking, Zhao saw the situation and handed her a cup of water, worrying that especially with Xi Mei looking like this, I'm even more worried, who would want such a girl in the future?

  Cough cough, poor Ximei, how can she get shot even when lying down?

  Like this, the horse carriage slowly headed towards Zhoujiazhuang amidst Zhao's melancholy and Jiemei's innocence.

  Just as I walked to the village entrance, I heard a familiar voice and saw Chen Tianfa driving his cart in front of me. Many people came forward to greet him voluntarily.

  Chen brothers, have you got some free time and come back?

  There were also people who saw the horse carriage stop, came forward and patted his shoulder, laughing and saying, "Brother, not bad! I heard you made a fortune in town, come to my place later and let's have a good drink!"

  As people came and went, there were more and more of them. Xi Mei poked her head out, and a sharp-eyed woman saw her and said kindly, "Is this San Ya Tou or Si Ya Tou? Oh, they've all grown so big."

  Xi Mei didn't feel shy either, calling out to every aunt and elder sister she saw. She said, "I'm the youngest one, call me Xi Mei."

  Looking at the little girl's bright and cheerful face, the women couldn't help but take out the snacks they had on hand. One handful of melon seeds, another handful of peanuts, all stuffed into her pockets.

  Le De Xi's eyes narrowed even smaller.

  Seeing everyone's enthusiasm, Chen Tianfa smiled awkwardly and said: "Everyone, my brother still has to go to his second brother's house to deliver things. I'll visit you later when I'm done."

  As the crowd dispersed, Chen Tian waved his whip and rushed towards the direction of Chen Tianwang's house.

  At this time, all the people in Chen's family had already arrived at his home, after all, they were all in the same village, and it was much more convenient to move around.

  At this time, all I saw was a clean and tidy farmhouse courtyard where several children were playing happily in the yard.

  Suddenly, Rui Fu, who was closer to the gate of the hospital, heard the sound of horseshoes outside and went out to take a look. Wasn't it Third Uncle's figure?

  Shouting towards the inner room: "Grandpa, grandma, father and mother, come out quickly to take a look, second uncle's family is back!"

  As soon as the words fell, a lot of people rushed out of the house. Although the town and village are not too far apart, it's been a long time since everyone gathered together like this.

  Just then Chen Tianfa had just tied up the horse cart, and hula hula a whole family of people came out to welcome them.

  Supporting Zhao's family, several girls jumped off the car and were immediately hugged by their own brothers.

  The happy sister next door pouted.

  In ancient times when it was not easy to express emotions, this whole family of mine is so unconventional.

  However, before she had a chance to think, several sisters beside her pushed her into the courtyard. After Xue Shi and He Shi carefully examined them one by one, they pretended to complain to Zhao Shi, "Look, it's been so long since you've seen the children, and now they're all like this? Just look at that little body..."

  Feelings of being abused by one's mother and siblings.

  Xue's hand stroked Xi Mei's straight hair across her forehead, and she asked with a smile, "Xi Mei, do you miss Second Aunt?"

  Xi Mei looked at Er Bao Niang who was particularly spirited today and sweetly said, "Think about it, how could I not think? I almost thought to death about you and Da Bao Niang."

  Tsk tsk, look at this girl, after all these years, her mouth is still so sweet. Xue Shi burst out laughing upon hearing this.

  My sister also laughed along with me, haha although there's a bit of exaggeration in it, but the thought is not fake at all.

  Chen Tianfa was taken to his parents' place as soon as he arrived, and what hadn't been mentioned was that Chen Shusen had already recovered from his illness in the town three years ago, which wasn't a difficult disease to cure, but rather just needed some good care.

  After the old couple recovered from their illness, they were not used to the life in the town and wanted to come back. Chen Tianfa had no choice but to send them back after they recovered. He would come back to visit during holidays.

  Several girls had already gone to see today's protagonist as soon as they entered the house, and saw Chen Juanjuan sitting on the kang with a shy face. When she saw several sisters coming in with smiles, her face was already flushed before she even opened her mouth.

  Xi He curiously asked, "Sister, what does your future brother-in-law look like? Is he handsome or not?"

  Sister Xi was startled by her little sister's words as soon as she entered the house, huh, isn't that a bit too direct? However, it also asked out her inner thoughts.

  Pretending to be clueless, he leaned against her leg, making it easier for him to observe her expression. Sure enough, after hearing that, Jiaojiao's face turned so red it seemed like blood was about to drip from it.

  Several girls around her were also making a fuss, asking her in unison, "How is it? How is it?"

  Helplessly, Chen Juanjuan said in a low voice, he's not bad, that time I sprained my ankle when I was alone on the mountain, it was him who sent me down.

  From her gentle expression, it can be seen that she is also very satisfied with this marriage.

  Seeing everyone let themselves go, Chen Juanjuan also curiously looked at Xi Ju and asked, "Hey, how was it in the town? Did you agree to marry someone?"

  The topic turned to herself, and Xi Jiu blushed and waved her hand repeatedly, saying "No, no, I didn't."

  As they talked, he suddenly thought of someone who had been on his mind for the past few days, and his face turned even redder, his head hung lower.

  Knowing that she was thin-skinned, several people stopped teasing her. Xi Mei took out the golden hairpin Zheng had given her before and stuffed it into her hand.

  The heavy touch in her hand made Chen Juan startled, and when she lowered her head to see the bright yellow golden butterfly hairpin in her hand, she quickly wanted to put it back in her hand.

  Sister Xi, take it back, I don't want it. Although our family isn't as wealthy as San Uncle's, Mother has always said that we can't accept things from others without a reason, especially something so valuable!

  Oh my, I said that if she could give it away, she would give it to her sister. Her mother-in-law doesn't have a daughter of her own, and every time they go shopping, she almost always buys whatever looks good and expensive for her, without even considering whether these flashy things suit herself!

  Just as they were at an impasse, Zhao's wife came in and saw the things in their hands. She quickly knew what had happened and also persuaded Xi Mei to accept it, saying, "You don't know, among you sisters, she is the richest one. Since she gave it to you, just take it."

  She turned her head to glance at the several maids surrounding her, jokingly saying, "Xi Mei, you can't be thick with one and thin with another, there are still other people here." Her hand pointed at the other few maids.

  Sure, here is the translation:

  As expected, Xi Mei's face changed as soon as she saw it, and several people couldn't help but burst out laughing...