Chapter 94: Learning Brings Happiness

Lu Xiaosan had no idea that this responsibility would end up on his shoulders. What trust they had in him! He felt a little anxious, but still agreed, “Alright, I can do it.”

Fang Yuan spoke lightly, as if it was nothing: “Dad’s busy, he definitely doesn’t have time to come back and take care of these things. You’ll have to handle it yourself at home. Don’t count on anyone else.”

Lu Xiaosan had never thought about it this way. He was already grateful that his second brother and sister-in-law had helped him with his wedding and building a house, even preparing all the materials for him.

It didn’t matter what tone his second sister-in-law used; what mattered was that she helped him get things done. He was truly thankful.

On the other hand, Mother Lu was both happy and worried. Her son and daughter-in-law had only been gone for a short while, and they’d already brought back so much stuff. “Is this even legal?” she asked, uneasy about how quickly everything had come together.

Lu Chuan reassured her, “Don’t worry.” Then he added, “Mom, I was thinking of asking Fang Yuan to take me to school.”

Before Mother Lu could respond, Fang Yuan objected, “I’m busy! Besides, what if I get lost in the provincial capital and can’t find my way back?”

Lu Chuan pursed his lips, a little unhappy. You’re really something—just letting your man go off like that, aren’t you afraid I won’t come back?

If Fang Yuan cared even half as much as his mother-in-law did, she wouldn’t say things like that.

Fang Yuan asked, “I’m talking to you—are you afraid you’ll get lost, or are you just scared to go alone?”

Mother Lu looked at her son, “Ahem, what if Fang Yuan really can’t find her way back?”

They really were mother-in-law and daughter-in-law—worrying about the exact same thing.

Lu Chuan said, “There are still a few days before school starts. I’ll take Fang Yuan with me to check things out, then bring her back before I go to school.”

Mother Lu thought to herself, “That’s only possible because we have a bit of money now. Otherwise, would you be able to toss money around like this?” But since her son was willing, she didn’t say anything. Besides, in their family, Fang Yuan had the final say on these matters.

Fang Yuan spoke up directly, “Are you just bored and looking for something to do, or are you just looking for ways to spend money?”

Lu Chuan thought, facing someone like Fang Yuan, the fact that he still cared so much about her must mean he really liked her. Otherwise, could he just be a glutton for punishment?

Mother Lu glanced at her son’s expression and tried to coax Fang Yuan, “Fang Yuan, why don’t you go have a look? That way you’ll know where Lu Chuan is staying, and if anything big or small comes up in the future, you’ll know where to find him.”

Fang Yuan considered it, “That’s true.” Then she asked, “But what about the construction site?”

Lu Chuan didn’t dare say, “Who’s more important, me or the site?” He already knew the answer—it definitely wasn’t him. He could only take a deep breath, “Fifth Brother will be there. Don’t you trust him?”

Fang Yuan was all about her work, “If you’re not there and I’m not there, will things be okay?”

Lu Chuan felt something was off, “Don’t tell me you really don’t trust Fifth Brother?”

Fifth Brother had always been loyal to Fang Yuan.

Fang Yuan coughed awkwardly, “I’m just worried he’ll be too busy.”

That was rare—she was actually covering for herself. Lu Chuan said, “It’s fine, Dad will be there too.”

Fang Yuan nodded, “That’s true.” Lu Chuan realized his wife was as suspicious as Cao Cao.

They hadn’t finished discussing when Li Meng arrived outside, dragging along Lu Laoda. Lu Chuan’s expression soured, and he glanced at Fang Yuan.

Fang Yuan reassured him, “I won’t let these two get under my skin. Don’t worry about me.”

Lu Chuan lowered his head, thinking, “That’s not why I’m looking at you.”

Only he knew the real reason, and he shot a gloomy look at Lu Laoda. Didn’t he feel embarrassed, always hanging around here?

When he went off to school and was away for years, would Lu Laoda still shamelessly hang around? It was disgusting.

Li Meng, chin held high, started off in a grating tone, “Mom, what are you doing here? Oh, Second Brother and his wife are back.”

Fang Yuan commented, “Dog days are over, but the cicadas are still making a racket. So annoying.”

Lu Chuan said, “Ignore her, it’s bad for your eyes.”

Mother Lu, hearing Li Meng call out to her, wanted to get her out of there, “Second daughter-in-law, don’t be angry. I’ll go now and take her with me.”

But Li Meng clearly had no intention of leaving. “By the way, Second daughter-in-law, I came today to share some good news—you’re going to have a big nephew.”

Mother Lu’s mouth fell open, “Really?” She was both surprised and delighted.

Li Meng stroked her still-flat belly, her chin practically pointing to the sky with pride, “Mom, from now on, don’t always run over to Second Brother’s place. The two of us can’t handle being neglected.”

Mother Lu said, “Now that you know you’re pregnant, go home and rest. Come on, let’s go.” She really wanted to get her eldest daughter-in-law away from her second daughter-in-law.

Li Meng protested, “Mom, this is a big event for our family. Of course I had to come share the good news.”

Fang Yuan glanced at Li Meng and finally spoke coolly, “How many months along are you?”

Li Meng was full of pride, “Two months.” She’d gotten pregnant right after getting married.

Fang Yuan sneered, “That poor child, even the timing of its conception is going to get it scolded.”

Li Meng immediately bristled, “What’s that supposed to mean? Why are you cursing my son?”

Fang Yuan replied, “Do I really need to spell it out? Married for two months, pregnant for two months—if we’re being charitable, we’ll say you laid an egg as soon as you got married. If not, should we ask where the child came from?”

That’ll teach you to show off. Fang Yuan was in a bad mood, even rubbed her own belly, then shot Lu Chuan a glare.

Lu Chuan got the message—Fang Yuan was blaming him for not getting her pregnant. He really didn’t know what to do about that.

Fang Yuan’s expectations for him were a bit high. Given the current state of their relationship, if she really did get pregnant, he’d have to ask himself where he got that kind of ability.

Li Meng panicked, tugging at Lu Feng, “Feng-ge, she’s deliberately insulting me!” Of course, Lu Feng knew the truth.

Fang Yuan said, “Even if you were carrying Nezha, I wouldn’t care. I’ve told you before, stop parading yourself in front of me.”

Li Meng protested, “How can you say that? He’s your nephew! Are you jealous?”

Fang Yuan shot back, “Jealous of your shamelessness? Have you no self-awareness? Pah! Want me to tell the whole village you’re two and a half months pregnant?”

Li Meng never expected Fang Yuan to be so ruthless, “You’re slandering me!”

Fang Yuan replied, “You’re asking for it. Your husband’s been away for over ten years and the kid’s three and a half? The whole village will be telling that joke.”

Lu Chuan hadn’t realized Fang Yuan was so sharp-tongued, “So you’re finally putting those joke books I bought you to use. See? I told you reading makes you better.”

Fang Yuan nodded, “It’s useful. I’ll read more when I have time.”

Look at this couple—finding the joy of learning even at a time like this.

Li Meng, unable to show off, nearly stormed off. What can you do when you run into someone who’s not afraid of anything and will say whatever she wants?

Lu Laoda was just a background prop the whole time, not saying a word. What did he even come for?

Of course, Li Meng didn’t forget to shout at Mother Lu, “Mom, this child has nothing to do with anyone else—it’s your grandson! Are you just going to let her insult the Lu family’s eldest grandson like this?”

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