Chapter 481 - Chapter 481: Chapter 473: A Virtuous Wife Can Prosper Her Husband_1 (1/2)

Chapter 481: Chapter 473: A Virtuous Wife Can Prosper Her Husband_1

Liu Shengli was extremely opportunistic and adept at currying favor. Whenever he saw a chance to make money or gain any benefits, he would take action without hesitation.

Even his cousin Liu Qing’s prospective marriage partner was snatched away by him to become his wife.

If Liu Shengli hadn’t stolen the woman meant for Liu Qing, Liu Qing wouldn’t have ended up marrying Madame Zhao.

The fate of a person can sometimes be so mysterious; any significant event can potentially change the destiny of their entire life.

Qin Niu did not like people like Liu Shengli.

Yet at this moment, a thought crossed his mind; going directly to Liu Qing’s home might not uncover anything, and could even startle the quarry.

He had heard that Madame Zhao was introduced to Liu Qing by Liu Shengli, so perhaps he could learn something from Liu Shengli.

“Shengli, do you want to work in my fields next year? I see that you work very hard, so I can give you an additional two Wen Money per day; and if you work for a full year, I’ll raise your salary annually.”

Qin Niu knew that Liu Shengli usually did odd jobs.

Wang Furen and Xu Zhenchang would often compete to hire Liu Shengli for work during the busy farming season.

For some reason, Liu Shengli never did farm work for the Yan Family, but he often sold them firewood.

“I appreciate you thinking so highly of me, offering such a high wage. I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t tempted. But I also have two acres of my own land; if I become a long-term worker for your family, there will be nobody to tend to my fields!” Liu Shengli said with a troubled expression.

Seeing his shrewd bargaining gaze, Qin Niu knew exactly what he was after.

Offering two additional Wen Money per day was already a high rate.

“You don’t need to worry about your land; I can take care of it. Master Qin is offering you such a high salary, you’ll have work every day—what’s there not to accept?”

Liu Shengli’s wife came out.

This woman not only had a fine figure, with her round, large buttocks suggesting she was fertile, but her face was also quite beautiful. With a light touch of makeup, she looked like a gorgeous pink rose.

More importantly, she was very industrious and took good care of the household.

It was said her social skills were also quite exceptional. Xu Zhenchang was so captivated by her that he couldn’t forget her family whenever there were benefits to be gained.

Had Xu Zhenchang slept with Liu Qing’s wife, or had he overstepped his boundaries with Liu Shengli’s wife?

“Master Qin, you are an honored guest, and both Shengli and I have been looking forward to the day you might visit our home. We’ve had some sour wine brewing for a while now, didn’t even dare to drink it during last year’s New Year festivities. If you don’t mind, please come inside and have a taste!”

She smiled like a blooming flower, warmly inviting Qin Niu to take a seat inside.

“Since Shengli is reluctant to be a long-term worker for me, I’ll have to look for someone else. I’d better not stay today!”

Qin Niu thought to himself, “Little do you know, I’ve got you figured out.”

Liu Shengli knew of the large amount of land Qin Niu had acquired and that he needed to hire many workers, which is why he expected Qin Niu to offer an even higher wage.

But who was Qin Niu? He had the wisdom, the ability to read people’s expressions, and the insight into human nature—all first-rate. Liu Shengli, playing his sly games before him, was bound to make fruitless efforts.

“Oh, just put your mind at ease. It’s not just that you’re offering Shengli such a high wage—even if you didn’t pay him at all, getting to work for you would be an honor. I’ll decide on this matter; Shengli will certainly work for you next year. It might seem like he earns a lot from woodcutting in the mountains, but when you tally it up for the year, it doesn’t amount to much.

He can’t cut wood on rainy or snowy days, and during the off-season, he can’t sell the wood he cuts. How can that compare to being a stable long-term worker for you!”

She spoke coyly, nearly pulling Qin Niu into their home.

“Haha, they say behind every successful man is a wise wife; it’s certainly true. Sister-in-law has made a fine calculation! What do you say, Liu Shengli?”

Qin Niu looked at Liu Shengli with a smile.