Chapter 234: Happy Sister

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

At Qian Shans great-aunts residence, all the strenuous tasks fell solely upon his great-aunts daughter-in-law.

The onset of winter was still some time away, and the available firewood at home proved insufficient to kindle the fires.

Qian Shanmin extended his offer to a.s.sist his Third Aunt-in-law in the task of chopping firewood up in the mountains.

This act of aid persisted over numerous days.

However, upon learning that Su Lan and her family were preparing to journey to the nearby town, Qian Shanmin hastened his return to the village.

That very evening, he openly ventured to Su Bins household.

His intent wasnt necessarily to rekindle a relations.h.i.+p with Su Lan. His aspiration was more rooted in reconnecting with her, allowing thoughts to linger about the prospect of future encounters.

Desiring to present a gift to Su Lan, he discovered her absence in the room.

Abstaining from inquiring about her whereabouts, he engaged in conversation with those present for a brief interval.

Yet, his demeanor betrayed his preoccupation.

Qin Zhenzhen, having reached her threshold for his distracted disposition, nudged Su Bin, having already a.s.sessed his capabilities. What other choice remained?

Only then did Su Bin divulge to Qian Shanmin.

Brother Shanmin, my sister is at the back. She wishes to speak with you.

She has a matter to discuss with me?

Qian Shanmin stood momentarily bewildered, before comprehending the situation. Swiftly, he made his way to the backyard.

Despite his agitation, he embraced the prospect of being teased, if it meant hastening to her presence.

That evenings sky featured the radiance of the moon.

On the stone table within the backyards pavilion, an a.s.sortment of snacks was laid out. Su Lan occupied a seat at the table, her gaze fixed upon the silvery moonlight overhead, lost in contemplation.

Outside the pavilion, Su Ning engaged in playful antics with Xiaoyu.

Deliberately slowing her pace, Su Ning provided Xiaoyu the opportunity to glimpse a chance of catching her, yet she retained a level of elusiveness.

With each playful attempt, Su Ning offered words of encouragement to Xiaoyu.

You can do it! Run faster, and youll catch me!

As they drew close during these moments, Xiaoyu couldnt resist seeking su Lans intervention.

Mom, please hurry, come help me catch Aunt! Aunt promised to make yam bean candied haws for me if I catch her!

I really want some yam bean candied haws!

Su Lan returned to the present moment with a smile. Silly child, if I a.s.sist you, it wouldnt be fair!

Xiaoyu defended herself. Of course its fair! Aunt said that if I manage to catch her, its valid. She never mentioned anything about not enlisting help.

Aunt, am I right?

Su Ning chuckled. Absolutely, Xiaoyu is absolutely right. If you can convince your mother to join in chasing me, then Im ready to accept defeat! Her intentions lay in bringing joy to her sisters heart.

She sensed her sister carrying a burden lately, possibly concerning her marriage and Qian Shanmins situation.

This was the last evening, and Qian Shanmin had yet to approach her sister.

Likewise, her sister had refrained from seeking him out.

Su Ning harbored concerns that her sisters desires might remain unfulfilled, yet she felt powerless to a.s.sist her directly.

Third Brother had stipulated that no one should summon Brother Shanmin to their home prior to his own arrival. Furthermore, they were cautioned against hinting to Brother Shanmin about their sisters willingness to marry him.

Observing her aunts willingness to aid, Xiaoyu promptly sought her mothers presence.

Witnessing her daughters enjoyment, Su Lan stepped out of the pavilion, compelled to follow.

In the w.a.n.g Familys environment, Xiaoyus liveliness had been curtailed. Regrettably, she had been relegated to the role of a pa.s.sive observer, learning to maintain a quiet demeanor from a tender age in an effort to minimize her presence.

As Su Lan emerged from the pavilion, her gaze fell upon Qian Shanmin in the backyard.

Lanlan..

Brother Shanmin

Almost in perfect synchrony, their voices echoed each others names..