Chapter 299 - Chapter 299: Chapter 286: Double it Again (1/2)

Chapter 299: Chapter 286: Double it Again

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The villagers’ dedication to Zhuang Qingning proved their gratitude towards her, which is more admirable than those who, taking advantage of others only to later scorn them, are ungrateful and treacherous.

It seems that his leadership as village chief has instilled good values in the villagers.

Zhuang Jingye appreciated this fact and expressed his pleasure through a renewed smile on his face.

Most people in the village were delighted because Zhuang Qingning’s workshop was becoming larger and more prosperous, except for the Zhuang Ruman’s family.

Watching the girl of their own lips build houses and open shops, living a more and more comfortable life, Zhuang Ruman and Mrs. Song felt even more distressed with their eyes reddening with resentment.

However, when they thought of Zhuang Qinghe’s approaching marriage and the imminent arrival of the betrothal gifts, Zhuang Ruman felt somewhat relieved.

How can their hard-earned money compare to Zhuang Qinghe’s marriage into a rich family, all because of her auspicious birth chart? The girl could easily enjoy a life of leisure in the future.

As Zhuang Ruman was feeling pleased with himself, Jin Quan arrived at his door.

Zhuang Ruman hastily welcomed him with tea and water, called Mrs. Song to kill a chicken from the backyard for dinner, and ordered Zhuang Yuanzhong to fetch some wine.

“Has Qjnghe calmed down a bit these days?” Jin Quan, having a sip of wine, raised an eyebrow.

“Ah, last time Qinghe was instigated by others.”

Zhuang Ruman supposed Jin Quan was referring to Zhuang Qinghe s intention to elope with someone, which had tarnished her reputation and disgraced the Jia family, so he hastened to explain, “It was Mrs. Wang who, out of jealousy, plotted to swindle money out of our family, thus tempted Qinghe to act so.

“After I lectured Qinghe, she saw reason and patiently awaits her marriage now. Brother Jin, you can rest assured.”

Indeed, Zhuang Qinghe was calmly staying at home. However, whether she understood her wrongdoing or not was uncertain. The severe beating she had last time made her fearful and cautious not to make any move that could upset Zhuang Ruman.

“If she stays at home peacefully, that’s good enough.” Jin Quan continued after another sip of wine, “Today I come, firstly, to look in on Qinghe and, secondly, to have a talk about the Jia family’s betrothal gift.”

“But we have already agreed on it before, haven’t we?” Zhuang Ruman was instantly on alert upon hearing this, “Don’t tell me that my future in-laws deem the current arrangement unfit and want to lessen the gift.

“What are you talking about? The Kong family is wealthy, do you think they care about your hundred taels of silver or not?”

Jin Quan gave Zhuang Ruman a glance, his gaze filled with scorn for Zhuang Ruman’s petty-mindedness.

“Indeed, indeed…”

Zhuang Ruman was embarrassed and forced a laugh, “I might have overthought it. But Brother Jin, when you mentioned discussing the betrothal gift again, what’s the matter?”

“The Jia family intends to double the betrothal gift.” Jin Quan revealed while narrowing his eyes.

Double the betrothal gift?