From Folly to Fortune：I Rewrite My Life After Rebirth!

Chapter 1041: Chapter 1037: Early or Late Payment (Second Update)

”Speaking of which, Mrs. Liu is quite a character in Qingshan Town. Aunt Liang, how familiar are you with Mrs. Liu?”

Since Mrs. Liang brought up Mrs. Liu, Mu Shuangshuang naturally seized the opportunity to ask about her.

If it’s beneficial to her family, it’s a gain.

”I do know her, but Mrs. Liu is impeccable in every aspect, whether it’s her appearance or demeanor.”

Speaking of Mrs. Liu, Mrs. Liang was full of praise.

It seems that making clothes for Mrs. Liu is a pleasure for Mrs. Liang.

”But today I not only made clothes for Mrs. Liu, but also took measurements for a young lady. The lady is rather pretty, but her dressing is too plain.”

Mrs. Liang is in the clothing business, when she says plain, it actually means worse than plain.

Mu Shuangshuang, for some reason, took interest in the lady Mrs. Liang mentioned and asked a few questions.

She learned that the lady in Mrs. Liang’s mouth calls Mrs. Liu her godmother.

A plainly dressed lady calling Mrs. Liu godmother, it seems there’s a story behind it.

Mu Shuangshuang made a note of this, thinking of asking Yu Dahai to find out about Mrs. Liu’s goddaughter later, to see if it would help with the birthday banquet.

The more critical the time, the more essential it is not to overlook any detail.

After lunch, Mu Shuangshuang went with Ah Ru to check out her new fabric shop.

The surrounding environment is good, and because of the ongoing renovation, Mu Shuangshuang didn’t feel comfortable going inside, but it’s clear the new fabric shop is much larger than the previous one.

After changing locations, the fabric shop’s business should improve significantly.

Having seen the fabric shop, Mu Shuangshuang decided not to chat more with Ah Ru.

Originally, she came to town to shop with Yuan Feng.

Once Ah Ru and her family left, Mu Shuangshuang and Lu Yuanfeng, leading a horse, continued shopping with two animals.

Occasionally, when she saw something she liked, Mu Shuangshuang would stop, and Lu Yuanfeng would considerately pay for it.

As a result, by dusk, there was already quite a lot of stuff on the horse’s back, all bought by Mu Shuangshuang.

Sitting on the horse’s back, Little Black was already frantic—

Buying things costs money; every time Lu Yuanfeng handed over copper coins, Little Black would scratch its ears and cheeks, wishing to strike the vendor accepting money.

Mu Shuangshuang laughed continuously along the way, and by the time they headed home, her laughter had left her unable to straighten her back.

Lu Yuanfeng watched Mu Shuangshuang dotingly all the way, sometimes laughing because of her.

Treading on the sunset, Lu Yuanfeng watched the person ahead, humming a tune, looking utterly relaxed.

The worries in his heart vanished completely at some point.

Even the subconscious thought of giving up disappeared completely in an instant.

His strength returned entirely—

As they drew closer to the village entrance, Mu Shuangshuang just stopped when a shadow rushed from the entrance and stopped before her before she could see who it was.

”It’s you—” Mu Shuangshuang thought it wasn’t good.

Encountering Chen Sheng at the village entrance—hasn’t this guy already repented? What’s he doing back at Er Gui Village?

While sizing up Chen Sheng, he suddenly pulled out a cloth bag from his pocket.

The hand under her sleeve was clenched into a fist, ready to make him regret if he tried anything inappropriate.

Not far away, Lu Yuanfeng also noticed Chen Sheng and quickly rushed over, leading the horse.

Everyone was wary of Chen Sheng.

”I’m not here to cause trouble, I’m here to thank you!” Chen Sheng said.

Mu Shuangshuang examined Chen Sheng’s eyes closely; the greed he couldn’t hide back then had vanished.

Now, his gaze was much clearer.

”No need for thanks, just manage your life well and don’t trouble others!”

She had said this twice before.

The first time was to Liu Zian, the second to this Chen Sheng.

”No matter what, you helped me, and I...” Chen Sheng mumbled.

”Then consider yourself owing me a favor. When the time comes, I’ll ask you to return this favor!

Of course, you can choose not to acknowledge it. It’s no loss to me anyway!” Mu Shuangshuang said with a smile.

”I will remember, and when I make it big, I’ll repay this favor!”

With that, Chen Sheng dashed towards Chen Family Village.

Looking at him, he likely won’t return to Er Gui Village for a long time.

That’s good too; she can rest assured letting her father manage the school, at least there’s no one to scare the students anymore.

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The little episode with Chen Sheng didn’t spoil Mu Shuangshuang’s mood, which remained good until she got home.

She hadn’t eaten yet, nor had she settled down when Old Mrs. Mu arrived at the third branch.

Still acting superior and commanding, but this time neither Yu Si Niang nor Mu Dashan greeted her warmly.

A cup of hot water was the greatest respect given to Old Mrs. Mu.

”Old Three, the matter you mentioned before, of giving betrothal money for Xiangxiang, isn’t it time to fulfill it?” Old Mrs. Mu said.

Mu Dashan pondered for a moment before speaking, ”Mother, I heard Second Brother and Fifth haven’t given this silver either. I want to wait for them to give it first.”

”What? You say you’ll only give it after they do? Old Three, did I hear wrongly? Have you started copying Old Two and Fifth?” Old Mrs. Mu’s face immediately darkened.

She looked at Mu Dashan as if she wanted to skin him.

Old Mrs. Mu spoke of Old Two and Fifth’s ways referring to how Mu Dazhong and Mu Danian always used someone else as an excuse when working.

——Second Brother didn’t work, so I’m not working either!

——Fifth Brother’s been lounging around, slacking so brazenly, I’m not going either!

Bottom line, Old Mrs. Mu believed Mu Dashan didn’t want to give those 500 coins.

The truth is, Mu Dashan isn’t unwilling; he just doesn’t want to be the only one carrying the burden again like before.

He’s eaten too many losses in this sort of matter ever since starting work long ago.

Each time, the senior would come and cheat Mu Dashan, getting him to take the lead to finish all the family work.

Once he was done, his second brother and fifth brother would happily return home.

Even secretly calling him a fool behind his back.

”Mother, I didn’t copy anyone, and I’m not against giving the silver, but I want to wait until Second Brother and Fifth Brother have given their share before discussing it.” Mu Dashan straightened his chest and said loudly.

”Why are you shouting? I’m not deaf!” Old Mrs. Mu patted her chest, full of displeasure.

”What difference does it make if you give it early or late? Isn’t it still given?” Old Mrs. Mu asked.

Mu Shuangshuang interrupted, replying to Old Mrs. Mu, ”The difference is huge! Since my uncle isn’t here, among these uncles, Second Uncle is the eldest and should take the lead. If my father went first, would Second Uncle feel he’s being disrespected?”