CHAPTER 309: CHAPTER 307: INDIRECT CONFESSION (FOURTH UPDATE)

As soon as Mu Dashan finished speaking, the two people who were just in a back-and-forth suddenly put the dumplings from their bowls into Mu Dashan’s bowl simultaneously.

"Dad, Mom, let’s not put more into each other’s bowls. Fengzi and I have had enough. Any more and we can’t eat it!"

While Mu Shuangshuang wasn’t paying attention, Lu Yuanfeng quickly moved those two meat dumplings back to his bowl. Afraid Mu Shuangshuang would put them back, he swiftly gobbled up the dumplings in his bowl, finishing in no time.

Mu Shuangshuang helplessly glanced at Lu Yuanfeng multiple times and finally had no choice but to follow Lu Yuanfeng’s assumptions, finishing all the dumplings in her bowl.

Once the family finished dinner, it was Mu Shuangshuang’s turn to tidy up. The tableware shouldn’t be left overnight; it’s best to soak them in rice water.

These are life experiences Mu Shuangshuang has accumulated over the years, and she’s quite adept at it. However, the figure standing at the kitchen door made Mu Shuangshuang’s body tense.

She initially thought of leaving it as is, but being stared at like this continuously made her somewhat uneasy.

"Fengzi, if you have anything to say, come inside; it’s pitch dark outside."

Tonight, there were no mosquitoes outside, and even the frogs that usually chirped incessantly at night had quieted down.

Lu Yuanfeng strode into the house; he had been pondering over this matter for a long time, and if he didn’t speak up, he wouldn’t be able to sleep tonight.

"Shuangshuang, I..."

"You don’t need to say anything. I know, I’m not blaming you!"

Mu Shuangshuang understood that Lu Yuanfeng wanted to comfort her by holding her, and she wouldn’t ignore Lu Yuanfeng because of this.

Lu Yuanfeng was deeply conflicted; he hoped Shuangshuang would blame him, yet he didn’t want her to be angry. But compared to her indifference now, he’d rather she be upset with him.

After taking several deep breaths, Lu Yuanfeng suddenly said, "Shuangshuang, I won’t regret what happened tonight. In the future, no matter what happens, I’ll be by your side to protect you."

After saying this, Lu Yuanfeng didn’t wait for Mu Shuangshuang to react but bolted out, and as he reached the courtyard outside Mu Shuangshuang’s home, he even stumbled. But he quickly got up and ran away, disappearing swiftly.

Mu Shuangshuang was utterly baffled, not yet understanding the meaning behind Lu Yuanfeng’s words.

But deep down, she unexpectedly felt a touch of sweetness.

She paused for a moment while washing dishes, and when she came back to her senses, she was clumsy with her dishwashing.

Yu Si Niang entered the kitchen at this moment; she had just helped Mu Dashan wash his feet and came to check since Shuangshuang hadn’t come inside, coincidentally witnessing Lu Yuanfeng’s fall.

She initially intended to step forward to help.

Who knew, he ran faster than a rabbit.

"Shuangshuang, what’s up with you and Fengzi? Why did he fall over?"

"Ah, he fell! Let me go take a look!" Mu Shuangshuang, looking anxious, grabbed the bowl and rushed outside.

"Child, you’re usually bold and attentive, but why are you so hurried and reckless today? He’s already gone, and you won’t catch up even if you go now!"

"Oh!" Mu Shuangshuang bowed her head, quickly hiding her embarrassment.

Yu Si Niang felt quite thrilled at this moment, considering her daughter had caught on, and Fengzi might have truly said something.

"Shuangshuang, it’s getting late. You should try to rest earlier and avoid overworking. I’ll go fetch some water for you!"

"Hmm!"

Mu Shuangshuang tidied up the kitchen, took a bath, and lay down on her small bed, unable to calm her mind for a long time.

"Shuangshuang, if you have anything you’re puzzled about, feel free to speak with me. I’ve been through a lot; perhaps I can help you."

Yu Si Niang saw this situation and felt even more delighted.

Though her expression remained as if she merely wanted to help Shuangshuang solve her issues.

"It’s nothing, nothing! Am I disturbing your sleep?"

"No, even if we’re just lying on the same bed talking about our thoughts, it’s completely fine with me."

Mu Shuangshuang listened to Yu Si Niang’s words, nodded, and responded, "Me too. Ever since Uncle came, I’ve been spending more time with you. But tomorrow, I should find some time to talk with my uncle. His marriage shouldn’t be delayed!"

In ancient times, a twenty-six-year-old man would already be the father of several children. Old Yu Family isn’t extraordinarily wealthy, and if it drags on, even if Yu Liulang wanted to marry, he’d only be able to marry trifling prospects.

"I talked to your uncle about this today. He said unless he dies, he absolutely won’t marry a wife."

Years ago, when Luo Xiu’er married someone else before her wedding day, it became the laughingstock of the entire Yu Family Village. Even now, when the chatter dies down, people still ridicule Yu Liulang.

"This matter is indeed challenging, given the heartache has already set in."

"Yeah, they say to untie the knot, you need the one who tied it; but surely we won’t actually bring Luo Xiu’er here!"

Let alone whether she’d be willing, the family she married into wasn’t just any ordinary household.

"Mom, did you ever inquire about what’s going on with the Luo Family? How is Luo Xiu’er doing?"

"How would we inquire? Years ago, the Old Luo Family and our family became enemies. For years, the Old Luo Family and our Old Yu Family haven’t interacted, and even last time I went back, the Old Luo Family didn’t greet me kindly."

"This doesn’t make sense. Logically, their daughter despised the poor and loved the rich, marrying someone else. Why would they treat our Old Yu Family poorly?"

Mu Shuangshuang found it perplexing; she could understand why the Old Yu Family would harbor resentment.

After all, Yu Liulang was jilted by a girl from the Luo Family, which should induce guilt from their side.

"I think so too, but ever since five years ago, when Old Sir Luo and Old Lady Luo returned from the county, things changed. They used to feel guilty and occasionally sent food over to us."

After listening to Yu Si Niang, Mu Shuangshuang roughly guessed the situation.

"Mom, I know the reason; it must be because Luo Xiu’er is unhappy, or maybe she’s happy but ignoring her family. The former seems more likely.

The Old Luo Family believes that because my uncle didn’t stop her from marrying that wealthy merchant, they’ve been unable to live well and have taken out their anger on my uncle and our Old Yu Family."

"That’s impossible; the wrongdoing belonged to Luo Xiu’er, and your uncle did nothing."

"Precisely because he did nothing, they’re blaming him. I bet the Old Luo Family relied on Luo Xiu’er, but became disappointed later!"

People’s resentments can be irrational; knowing it’s not Yu Liulang’s fault, and despite him being the victim, if they don’t find someone to blame, they won’t be able to endure.

Sometimes, hating someone can support a dying person to persist until the end.

Yet love doesn’t necessarily have that effect!