Chapter 452 - Chapter 452: Chapter 459: Concealing Status (1/2)
Chapter 452: Chapter 459: Concealing Status
It was only because Old Man Liu was the Village Chief and had a house that was spacious enough to afford so many vacancies that they had the option to stay. Originally, he had planned to arrange a few more vacant rooms in the Village, but he stopped when Master Su refused.
Master Su’s refusal was out of safety considerations. After all, it was an extraordinary period, and their identities were sensitive. It was safer for everyone to stay together to prevent others from taking advantage.
“Since Brother Su has put it that way, I won’t insist,” Old Man Liu said with a laugh. As the Village Chief, he was more worldly than the average villager. He was aware of the many taboos affluent individuals had outside their familiar settings. Seeing Master Su’s refusal, he did not persist.
“Alright, I will let you know if we need anything. Thanks a lot, old brother.” Master Su liked the straightforwardness of Old Man Liu and happily accepted his offer.
“Then you all should rest first. You must be tired after traveling for so long. I won’t disturb you any further,” Old Man Liu said as he closed the door behind him. He then went on to help the Su Family’s servants settle in, and seeing quite a few people from outside the Courtyard being nosy, he walked out.
“Go on, shoo! What are you all crowding around for? Haven’t you seen guests before? What’s there to gawk at? You’ll only make us the laughingstock!” Old Man Liu commanded, assertively exercising his authority as Village Chief. However, the villagers were so used to joking with the old Village Chief that they weren’t scared at all.
“Village Chief, it’s not often that so many wealthy individuals come to our Village. We rarely get to see them, so of course we’re curious and want to join the excitement!”
“Indeed, these wealthy folks are quite handsome. Each of them looks like characters straight out of a New Year’s picture, no, even more aristocratic than that, especially those three toddlers. I’ve never seen more attractive kids – chubby, fair, and endearing at first glance,” an old lady commented.
Although the Village Chief had grandsons of his own, he had a fondness for those three adorable children. Upon hearing others mention them, he said, “That’s true. How could children from wealthy families be compared to our countryside children? They’re so precious and have impeccable manners. At such a young age, their upbringing is truly commendable.”
“Indeed, children raised in Wealthy Families are just different.”
“Enough, enough. Don’t crowd around here anymore. It’s raining; aren’t you afraid of getting wet and sick? Given the way times are getting tougher, who has the extra money for medical treatments these days? Better return home,” the Village Chief chided them, starting to herd people away. Knowing he had a point, most dispersed.
Once everyone was properly settled, the Village Chief himself was quite exhausted. The main reason was that he was too sincere in his efforts to help, a trait that didn’t spare his older age from weariness.
When the Village Chief returned home, his daughter-in-law came to him, her face full of troubles.