C7 (1/2)

The food prepared by the Uncle Biao was really delicious. After a full meal, the Xiaowan became more and more spirited and energetic, and when working, her face was full of happiness.

When Ling Chaofeng went downstairs to prepare to welcome the official ship at the pier, he saw Xiaowan carrying a large pile of replaced sheets and pillows. She and Aunt Zhang walked over with a smile, but when they saw him, they immediately stopped laughing and slowed down their pace and hid behind Aunt Zhang with their heads lowered.

Beneath the building, Ershan was waiting with the whip in his hand. Ling Chaofeng took big steps and could only hear the howls of the horses coming from outside. Then, the swift and nimble sound of the horse's hooves could be heard.

”Let's go to work.” The Aunt Zhang said to the dazed young lady, ”By the time the sun sets, guests will arrive.”

Xiaowan quickly followed, and the two of them went to the well water to wash the sheets and pillows. When they were halfway through the washing, Uncle Biao brought two big apples over.

Uncle Biao gave the big one to Xiaowan. Xiaowan wanted to eat the small one, but when she refused, she once again exposed the wounds on her wrist, and when she was working first, Aunt Zhang saw it. She extended her hand out to take a look, but Xiaowan dodged it. Clutching her sleeves, she lowered his eyes and ate the apple.

”Sweet?”

”Yes.” The Xiaowan said softly, ”I haven't eaten an apple in a long time.”

Aunt Zhang stroked her head: ”Eat slowly.”

Xiaowan did not say much. If she ate, she would eat. If she left this place in the future, she would not be able to eat these good things again. Although Aunt was a good person, Uncle Biao was not as bad as she looked … But she was afraid of Ling Chaofeng, afraid that Ling Chaofeng would break his legs.

After finishing the apple, she first washed her hands and then washed her clothes. When Xiaowan saw the Jade Ring, she couldn't take it off even though she was in the water. She extended her hand and asked the Aunt Zhang: ”Aunt, did I wear this ring last night?”

Aunt Zhang shook her head: ”I don't know, why?”

Xiaowan said, ”This ring is not mine, I can't take it off either.”

Aunt Zhang reached out to help her. Sure enough, she couldn't take it off, so she found Uncle Biao to rub some peanut oil on it. The beautiful young lady, however, had weak hands. It looked like she had frostbite, and her joints were slightly swollen. It was unknown if it was because of this that she was unable to remove them.

”Did I wear it when I was bathing last night?” Xiaowan asked.