Capítulo 1321: Chapter 1321: My Sincere Devotion Too

Jinhoo, who had followed in swiftly, reacted quickly and snatched the wooden bucket and carrying pole: “No need to run that far, we have a well at home.”

As he spoke, he pushed open the door to the backyard and the last storeroom.

The well was dug here back then to prevent issues with transporting water if the storeroom flooded, making it convenient for everyone to use.

The Three Wang Brothers only then realized that the people were nearly at the house, yet the kitchen had nothing in it. It’s understandable that other things were missing, but how could the water not be fetched?

Wang Yongping slapped his head: “We should have left someone at home before we left. Where’s Jindou?”

Logically, everyone returned, but why hadn’t they seen Jindou?

Wang Yongfu scratched his head: “He went to the Quan Family early this morning.”

Everyone understood that, as they had been planning to go to the county city to inquire about Song Chongjin’s Spring Examination situation, Jindou also intended to go along, likely off to bid farewell to the Quan Family girl.

Everyone at this age knows that young people are reluctant to leave their fiancées when heading out, not knowing when they’d return.

Before setting off, meeting up, chatting, and promising to bring back nice gifts for the girls is a common occurrence.

Thus, they all shared a knowingly smile.

At this moment, Jindou was on the way home.

This time, he was going to the county city to inquire about the news, uncertain how long it would take.

Jindou had been thinking about Quan Xiuniang. Recently, he’s been busy at home, without time to visit her.

However, he had received several items made by Xiuniang herself.

A young lad brimming with enthusiasm, having chosen his fiancée, skilled and attentive to him, what young man wouldn’t hold her dear in his heart?

Thus, finally finding some spare time, he wished to visit Xiuniang before going to the county city, wondering how she’s doing at her relatives’ place.

Jindou had saved up some private money over the past half year, planning that if he reached the county city, he’d buy Xiuniang some beautiful fabric for a dress. If there’s leftover, perhaps a pair of earrings.

Upon arriving at Quan Xiuniang’s place, the engaged couple, who hadn’t seen each other for days, felt intense warmth.

Xiuniang stayed at her relatives’, kind-hearted at first and she’s known for her good demeanor, staying actively, besides embroidering for income and paying living expenses on time.

Noticing chores at home, she’d help, often bringing treats for the family’s children.

Thus, the family treated her well.

All being perceptive, upon seeing Jindou arrive, they understood the engaged couple wanted some private talk.

After hosting Jindou for lunch, they found excuses to leave.

Only an elder stayed, to avoid the appearance of disrespect to Xiuniang.

Jindou and Xiuniang spoke affectionately in the courtyard for a good while before telling Xiuniang he’d be going to the county city.

He asked if she wanted anything for him to bring back.

Xiuniang now vested her hopes for her later years in Jindou, seeing that he held her dearly, how could she not be happy?

Originally a dignified and self-respecting good girl, having been with Jindou for nearly a year, witnessing his heartfelt sincerity.

Her heart was already warmed and softened by Jindou, entirely considering Jindou: “I’m just a country maid, what would I need for those things? If I see beautiful embroidery patterns, maybe bring some back for me, and I could embroider more, collect some dowry, to match your family and not invite gossip.”

Jindou hurriedly replied: “Just you is enough for me, whether you have dowry is insignificant.”

Xiuniang smiled with pursed lips: “Marrying into your family, I’d be the eldest sister-in-law. Without dowry, when younger sisters-in-law join, I’d be fine, but would put you in shame. Rest assured, I’ve saved a few pieces of silver, though two years’ time won’t be enough for grandiose, it’s my heartfelt gift.”

Jindou tenderly held Xiuniang’s hand: “Don’t wear yourself down, health is most crucial. Whatever the dowry amount, doesn’t matter, alright? Our family doesn’t care about that!”

Xiuniang blushed, glancing around, ultimately not pulling her hand away, letting Jindou hold it.

The two chatted sweetly for quite a while more, before reluctantly bidding farewell.

On Jindou’s way back, he was full of energy, hoping two years would pass quickly so he could marry the lovely maiden and cherish her properly.

Along the way, with a joyful countenance, when seeing familiar faces from afar, he smiled: “Congratulations! Such joy!”

Jindou was taken aback, feeling slightly embarrassed: “What’s there to celebrate?” He thought they were congratulating him on having such a great fiancée.

Even happy within, he knew he should remain humble.

“Listen, your family produced an Official Master! You’ll now be the nephew of the County Magistrate, isn’t that a joyous occasion?” The person thought Jindou was just pretending.

Jindou was startled: “What did you say?”

“You’re not aware? Then what are you happy about? Your uncle was appointed by the Emperor as the County Magistrate! He’s now visiting family, causing a stir all around, didn’t you know?”

What else could Jindou say, he couldn’t spare a thought, just acknowledged the person and ran home.

The person watched Jindou’s retreating figure and glanced towards where he came from, unable to resist muttering: “Turns out he went to see his future wife, no wonder he smiled like that? Too bad now, being so affectionate, being the County Magistrate’s nephew, might not match this engagement—”

“Too bad for Quan Family girl, alas—”

Sighing, the person walked away.

Jindou naturally had no idea of such thoughts behind him, all his thoughts flew back home.

This person, being from the village where Quan Xiuniang’s relatives resided, upon hearing the news, naturally returned to share.

In a matter of words, the news reached Quan Xiuniang and her relatives.

Matters they appropriately considered were also pondered by Quan Xiuniang and her relatives.

Her relatives were initially delighted; if truly Xiuniang’s future husband’s uncle became County Magistrate, nothing else mattered, marrying over would drop her into a fortunate life.

Even though Xiuniang’s mother died early, and her father was weak, many good families’ daughters wouldn’t reach such a good match.

Perhaps Xiuniang’s late mother was blessing her from heaven.

After joy came concern.

The engagement was initially high-reaching, merely because Jindou fancied her.

With family now relatives of an Official Master, countless good families would send daughters, would they still consider Xiuniang?

Unable to resist murmuring before Xiuniang, suggesting taking the opportunity to probe Wang Family’s opinion.

If it truly didn’t work out, perhaps moving beyond engagement could prevent Wang Family’s reversal.