Chapter 796: The Peasant Girl’s Splendid Manor
Chapter 796: Entering the Mountain Together and Catching a Beast (1)
Although Mo Qingze didn’t think Xiao Ruiyuan was the most suitable choice as a son-in-law, he had no objections to the young man personally. Seeing his noble status, yet he willingly offered to help, Mo Qingze felt pleased.
However, pleased as he was, Mo Qingze was not so easily swayed. If he agreed too hastily, everyone would see that Xiao Ruiyuan, not related to their family, was busying himself with their affairs. Mo Qingze hadn’t tested him enough yet, so how could he give in so easily?
“I have no objections to you and Yan Yan, but the proper rules must be followed!” Mo Qingze said directly, both as a reminder and a test for Xiao Ruiyuan. “If you want me to agree to marrying her to you, then show your sincerity.”
“Thank you for the reminder, Uncle Mo. It was my oversight!” Xiao Ruiyuan’s eyes subtly shifted, and he stood up to bow to Mo Qingze in apology, his demeanor respectful and without fault.
This time, Xiao Ruiyuan was genuinely only offering help, without any intention of using this opportunity to cause misunderstandings or rumors to bind him and Mo Yan together, forcing Mo Qingze to accept the marriage.
Mo Qingze had seen through his intentions, so he merely offered a reminder. If not, he would have already been angered.
Mo Yan entered, holding a freshly brewed teapot. Seeing the two men deep in conversation and her father’s face relaxed with a smile, she let out a sigh of relief.
She set down the tea tray, took the teacups and teapot, and as she poured the tea, she said, "Father, Master wants to go into the mountains to take a look. I’ll go with him shortly. We might not be back in time for lunch, so don’t wait for us."
Physician Du had suggested going into the mountains not just to take a walk, but because some rare herbs only appeared in winter, and they were unavailable in the space. So, the master and disciple planned to head into the mountains and try their luck.
“I see. Then make sure to bring enough water and food. Don’t let Physician Du go hungry,” Mo Qingze reminded. With the powerful Four Beasts around, he was no longer worried about Mo Yan’s safety in the mountains.
Xiao Ruiyuan, however, was not entirely at ease. He stood up and said, “The mountain path is difficult, and Physician Du is of advanced age. It’s best if someone is there to assist him. Since I have no other matters to attend to, I’ll accompany you into the mountains.”
Mo Yan’s eyes brightened, ready to agree, but she immediately suppressed the thought when she heard her father cough loudly.
Mo Qingze shot a glare at his daughter, who was nervously looking down, and then raised his head to Xiao Ruiyuan, “It would indeed be better to have another person with Physician Du. Huan Zhang, you go with them.”
“Thank you, Uncle Mo!” Xiao Ruiyuan bowed again to Mo Qingze in gratitude. As he thought about the chance to be alone with Mo Yan, a glint of excitement flickered in his eyes.
“Father, you’re the best! You’re the best father in the world!” Mo Yan hadn’t expected her father to agree so easily. She happily hugged his arm, beaming with affection.
“Calm down a little!” Mo Qingze couldn’t help but feel both exasperated and amused at his daughter’s silly behavior. This girl, even when her wishes were granted, shouldn’t show it so clearly. It made her seem too obvious, which could lead others to look down on her!
Mo Yan, completely unaware, quickly packed everything up and shoved it into Xiao Ruiyuan’s hands. Then, she supported Physician Du and easily walked toward the mountains.
Xiao Ruiyuan, with a neutral expression, took the basket filled with food, water, and tools like a spade and small hoe. He followed the master and disciple at a leisurely pace, his eyes full of indulgence.
The Four Beasts led the way, scaring off many animals—both herbivores and carnivores—that were out hunting. The space already had plenty of fresh “food,” so these animals didn’t interest the Four Beasts. Only when they were bored would they play with smaller creatures, like a cat teasing a mouse, before letting them go.
[End of Chapter]
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