The Fierce Farm Girl Has A Secret Space

Chapter 955: Chapter 955: Why Are You Running? (4)

”...My sister-in-law Xun Hui had agreed to our proposal, and it was her grandfather who came to propose in person, right? They even gave us the eight characters of her birth date, and we’ve prepared all the betrothal gifts. But now she suddenly goes back on her word—is this about raising the bride price? What is my son Haibo supposed to do? How is our family supposed to cope with this...” Yang Baihe was truly playing all the roles of a drama queen. ”Xun Hui, you owe us an explanation. It was our father who spoke to you in the beginning. You’re acting like a turtle withdrawing its head now—what do you mean by this? Are you picking on us or what?”

The villagers were all aware of the Yang Family’s grudges, and they knew the state of the Yang Family’s first household as well. Still, human nature is such that back then, the first household of the Yang Family seemed pitiable, thus naturally, everyone tended to sympathize with them. But now things had changed. In just a few months, the first household of the Yang Family had become the richest in the village, even wealthier than the previous landlord. Therefore, aside from those who had always been on good terms with Yang Ruxin’s family and those who never engaged in gossip, there were quite a few who were envious.

Especially in the countryside, where marriages are arranged according to the parents’ orders and the matchmaker’s words, and the children had no power to resist. Otherwise, they would be considered defiant and unfilial, and it would be difficult for them to ever get married after that.

So, after hearing about the marriage arranged by Xun Hui and old man Yang, many people began to sympathize with Yang Baihui.

”Isn’t Yang Ruxin being too much? Since she agreed, she should honor the marriage contract. What does she think she’s doing? A girl who doesn’t even care about her reputation?”

A hint of smugness flashed in Yang Baihui’s eyes.

”There must be some untold story.”

”But that’s no excuse to play with people, is it? We’ve seen the Boss of the Feng family. He’s gentle and refined—a very decent young man...”

”We really can’t go on living...” Yang Baihui continued her efforts in a hurry, ”My son is so outstanding, yet now his reputation is ruined...”

Standing on the steps were Erni, Sanni, and a few siblings, all with stern little faces and not speaking, just watching Yang Baihui make a fuss.

In the yard, Xun Hui’s health had improved a lot, but she was still weak, especially her foot, which made it difficult for her to walk. But listening to the noise outside, she was frantic. However, the Feng Family didn’t let her go out, so she could only fret indoors.

”It’s so noisy.” Dao Xuzi came out with his hands behind his back.

”Grandpa, don’t you have poison? Just poison those who tarnish my sister’s reputation...” Sanni cast a glance at the crowd.

As soon as her words fell, the onlookers suddenly scattered far away, leaving behind only a few who had gossiped and Yang Baihui, who was sitting on the ground, crying her heart out.

However, the gossips reacted quickly, too, trying to run away.

”Why are you running?” Sanni put her hands on her hips. ”You all were so eager just now, weren’t you? How much did Yang Baihui give you for this?”

A few people looked somewhat embarrassed.

However, because the crowd retreated, those who were originally on the outskirts watching the excitement inadvertently made Yang Ruxin and the one behind her, Gu Qingheng, visible.

”Big sister...” Sini’s sharp eyes caught sight of Yang Ruxin, and she immediately flung herself at her. ”I missed you so much, you’re finally back...”

Yang Ruxin quickly reached out to catch the little girl: ”Hey, slow down, don’t fall... You’ve gained weight, haven’t you? Have you been sneaking sugar while I was away?”