The Chief Minister’s Ferocious Wife - Chapter 493
Chapter 493: Despicable People Can ‘t Stand the Good Fortune of Others
Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio
The speaker was none other than Old Mrs. Gan.
She was overjoyed when she saw Zhao Chuchu.
“We’re fine now. Thankfully, this young lady saved my grandson. Otherwise, we would have lost him,” the mother-in-law said with lingering fear in her voice. She paused for a moment before asking Old Mrs. Gan, “Madam, do you know this young lady?”
Old Mrs. Gan replied, “Of course! Your grandson is definitely a fortunate soul to have encountered her.” She dragged Zhao Chuchu over to her side as she happily introduced the latter to the crowd, “She is Zhao Chuchu, Doctor Miracle of our Yuanjiang County.”
“So, she is Mrs. Xie? That Zhao Chuchu?” The mother-in-law was in shock.
Old Mrs. Gan said proudly, “That’s right. She went to the capital before this. She came back to visit and happened to attend to your grandson. That’s why I said, your grandson is fortunate!’
Zhao Chuchu said, “Grandma Gan, you speak too highly of me. I am just a normal physician. I happened to encounter this family in trouble, so I lent them my help. After all, the kid is so young.”
“Regardless, you saved my grandson. My family will surely repay your kindness,” the mother-in-law promised.
The neighbors also rejoiced at how lucky the child was.
This family would have faced a tragedy today if he was not saved.
Seeing that Old Mrs. Gan seemed to have a good relationship with this family, Zhao Chuchu said, “Alright. Madam, you do not need to be so polite with me. If you want to thank me, treat me to something nice.”
Old Mrs. Gan agreed, “Chuchu loves good food. You should take up her suggestion.”
“That sounds wonderful,” said the mother-in-law.
Zhao Chuchu said, “I will head over to the Gan residence first. I am a little tired now after a long journey.”
The mother-in-law agreed readily, “Alright. I will send you some food later.” Zhao Chuchu left with Old Mrs. Gan and went to the Gan residence.
“Grandma Gan,” greeted Xie Jun politely when he saw Old Mrs. Gan. He had been waiting at the entrance.
“Hey, Junjun is back too. Where is Da Lang? I don’t see him,” questioned Old Mrs. Gan as she took a peek at the carriage. “Did Da Lang not follow you back?”
“He is busy with his studies at the academy, so he asked me to bring Junjun back first. He will come here during the New Year.”
Old Mrs. Gan said, “Oh, right. He will sit for the examination next year. He indeed needs to focus more on his studies. Let’s go in. You haven’t eaten, right? I will instruct someone to prepare some food for you.”
“I’m starving!” said Zhao Chuchu.
Old Mrs. Gan laughed heartily.
All the Gan clan members were out at the moment. Old Mrs. Gan was the only one at home.
Old Mrs. Gan instructed a servant to prepare some food as she walked into the house with Zhao Chuchu. She sighed, “I initially thought you would only come back here during the New Year. I didn’t expect you to be back in Yuanjiang County for the Mid-Autumn Festival.”
Zhao Chuchu said) “Grandma Gan, I missed you. So, after a discussion with Da Lang, he allowed me to return. Junjun has been studying hard in the capital, so it’s nice for him to be back and take a breather. If we push him too hard, he might lose the motivation to study instead.”
“You’re right. It’s nice for you to be back and visit us. Everyone in Lengshui Village is doing fine. Chuchu, you are truly their lucky star. Of course, you’re our lucky star too.”
“Grandma Gan, you speak so highly of me the moment I come back. You are making me shy. I just happen to be slightly more fortunate than the others. I am also lucky to have gained the trust of all of you.”
“Enough with this exchange of pleasantries. How long do you plan to stay here?” Old Mrs. Gan brought up a new topic, “Quan is going to get married
soon. We have decided on the date. It’s at the end of this month. Do you want to stay here and attend his wedding before you head back to the capital?” “Of course! Grandma Gan, why didn’t you mention this in your letter?”
Old Mrs. Gan explained, “At that time, we were unsure whether the marriage would happen. So, I didn’t tell you. I was just about to send you a letter, but you’re back now.”
Zhao Chuchu said cheerfully, “It seems like I really have good luck. I came back just in time to join Brother Gaffs wedding celebration.”
Old Mrs. Gan guffawed.
When Madam Luo came back home and saw Zhao Chuchu, she was very happy as well. She also invited Zhao Chuchu to stay for Gan Quan’s wedding celebration.
Zhao Chuchu asked Madam Luo who Gan Quan’s fiancée was.
Madam Luo replied, “She is the daughter of Scholar Xu, who started the private school. The girl is quiet with a nice appearance. Both Grandma Gan and I are very fond of her.”
“How about Big Bro Gan?”
“Of course, he likes her too. Chuchu, let me tell you. Quan was the one who asked us to propose to the Xu clan.”
When Madam Luo mentioned this, she was beaming from ear to ear. It was apparent that everyone in the Gan clan liked the maiden from the Xu clan.
Zhao Chuchu probed, “I heard Grandma Gan mention that there were some hiccups with the marriage proposal?”
Madam Luo assured her, saying, “It was not a big problem. Some despicable people couldn’t stand the good fortune of others and spread rumors about us.
But don’t you worry. The matter is settled now.”
When Zhao Chuchu heard this, she did not inquire any further.
Scholar Xu had a good reputation in Yuanjiang County. His daughter surely had good manners too.
Since both Old Mrs. Gan and Madam Luo were fond of this young maiden, she would surely be a good match with Gan Quan.
Zhao Chuchu and Madam Luo had only chatted for a while when the dishes were ready. The family whom Zhao Chuchu helped also sent over a lot of good food.
Zhao Chuchu called Xie Jun to eat.
Old Mrs. Gan and Madam Luo also joined them for the meal.
After that, Zhao Chuchu rested in the room arranged by Madam Luo.
The next day, Zhao Chuchu planned to visit Lengshui Village.
The watermill workshop was still there. She had to go take a look.
Zhao Chuchu brought the mooncakes and other delicacies she had bought in the capital. She also bought many things in the county town before departing.
Xie Jun was very excited.
When they arrived at Lengshui Village, Zhao Chuchu discovered that the village had changed in appearance after being away for more than half a year.
New houses had been erected in most parts of the village. There were also more people around in the village compared to before. There were especially more carts carrying goods.
Even the watermill workshop had been expanded. Two more buildings had been added.
The vast changes to the village deeply moved Zhao Chuchu.
Lengshui Village would most likely become Lengshui Town in a few more years!
Zhao Chuchu got off the carriage at the entrance to the village.
It just so happened that Old Mrs. Chen was there. When she saw Zhao Chuchu, she was somewhat in disbelief. She quickly rushed over and asked, “Chuchu, is that you? Good heavens, I thought my old eyes were playing tricks on me. Who would have thought that you are actually back!”
“Grandma Chen, we came to visit all of you,” said Zhao Chuchu with a smile. “Have you been well?”
Old Mrs. Chen replied, “Hahaha, we have been living well, not as difficult as it was before. Of course, my health has improved. Oh, it’s so good to see you all back. Where is Da Lang? Did he not come back with you?”
“He is busy studying, so he did not return with us. By the way, Grandma Chen, could you find some people to help carry our things?
“Sure, you just wait here for a moment.”
After saying this, Old Mrs. Chen cleared her throat and hollered, “Whoever is free, come to the village entrance to help Chuc.hu carry her stuff!”
Zhao Chuchu was speechless.
Xie Jun had long scuttled off to find his young friends.
After a short while, quite a number of villagers came.
When they saw Zhao Chuchu, they welcomed her warmly.
The reason for this was simple. Zhao Chuchu saved them and helped improve their lives. Aside from the Zhao clan and a few people whom Zhao Chuchu did not forgive, everyone else was grateful to her.
Her stuff on the carriage was very quickly moved to the Xie residence.
The Xie residence had been unoccupied for more than half a year. However, there was no dust, and it was spotless. It was apparent that the villagers had regularly come to maintain the place..
