She Became A Downfall Noble Lady-Chapter 67 - Dissipate

Chapter 67: Chapter 67 Dissipate

Chapter 67 -67 Dissipate

At that point, Qi Jia was unaware that setting up a stall in the county town was something worthy of bragging about, speaking in a tone that was very ordinary, simply informing his little friends when he would be available.

However, Qi Sanshun and the other children, upon hearing Qi Jia’s words, were extremely envious. A few children who had never been to the county town even whispered among themselves about what it might be like.

Qi Jia slowly finished speaking his piece, then turned towards Ye Xinyan with a smiling face amidst the noisy environment. Having managed to say such a long sentence, his sister would surely be pleased.

Ye Xinyan smiled and gave him a thumbs up, nodding vigorously to encourage him.

With the affirmation, Qi Jia happily went to interact with his playmates, while Qi Congwen and Qi Congwu stood sulkily by Qi Yourong’s side, pouting dejectedly.

Qi Yougui talked with the villagers, all the while keeping a close eye on Qi Jia.

It seemed that adopting this child to the second branch was the correct decision. How could Qi Jia be a foolish child with an intellectual disability? He was purely a victim of the third branch family’s mistreatment from a young age, which had frightened him into his previous dull state.

There, isn’t the child at the Second Branch family looking more animated and playful now, although he speaks slowly, it’s still much better than before.

Though Qi Yougui felt resentment towards the third branch, seeing the pitiful state of Sanshun’s two nephews, he still couldn’t bear it in his heart.

Therefore, the great uncle said to Qi Younian, “Younian, Congwu is also a child, eagerly watching. You should speak to Jiajia and let Congwu play with your family’s bicycle as well. Ultimately, they are cousins, and we shouldn’t be too estranged.”

As he spoke, he glanced around. With so many villagers gathered in the courtyard, watching and whispering quietly, it wasn’t good to embarrass Qi Yourong too much in public or allow rumors of discord within the Qi family’s three branches to spread.

Qi Younian cast a look at Qi Yourong and the two children. Of course, he wouldn’t blame two children. However, if the third branch’s children had bullied Qi Jia, it wouldn’t be surprising that his own grandson was reluctant to associate with them.

But since his elder brother had spoken, of course, he couldn’t dismiss the face of his elder brother, Qi Younian called out to Ye Xinyan, “Ye Zi.”

Ye Xinyan, watching Qi Jia slowly converse with several children, heard her grandfather calling her. Seeing the great uncle and the great uncle also looking at her, she knew it must be the two elders speaking up for the third branch’s two children.

Ye Xinyan reluctantly came over.

Qi Younian said helplessly, “Look at you, all grown-up yet still so petty. Isn’t Jiajia a bit afraid of Congwen and Congwu? Why don’t you lead Jiajia and the other children to play Paper Bird for a while and let Congwu ride the bicycle? Don’t worry, it will just be for a short time.”

Ye Xinyan dawdled and hummed, saying, “Alright, but I’m saying this now, today is an exception. They’re not allowed to take this opportunity to come over again, lest they frighten Qi Jia.” As she spoke, she cast a meaningful glance at Qi Yourong.

Madam Pang had mistreated Qi Jia, and back then, when the third branch family had so many members, not one of them intervened, and they might have taken advantage of him. Now, seeing that Qi Jia is doing well and has fun things to play with, those two youngsters want to come over and join in on the fun.

Tsk, it’s not that she’s being petty; she’s genuinely afraid that the brothers Congwen and Congwu, still unaware, might continue to boss around Qi Jia like before, taking liberty in pushing him around.

Qi Yourong was secretly irritated but didn’t dare say much, fearing that his unruly grandniece would utter even harsher words. Those few sentences from the detestable woman had already garnered strange looks from the villagers, who whispered quietly and speculated among themselves.

Qi Yougui played it off with a laugh, “Understood. The great uncle knows our Ye Zi cares for her brother and would never let Jiajia suffer any grievances.”

Ye Xinyan reluctantly went back to coax Qi Jia, repeatedly assuring him that his Great Uncle’s two boys would only play with the bicycle for a little while and definitely wouldn’t take it away. She also vowed not to let them come near her home in the future.

The little guy sullenly let go of the bicycle, watching Qi Congwu smugly sit on it, awkwardly pedaling away and gradually leaving him behind.

Seeing the little one’s painfully cherished and helpless gaze, Ye Xinyan couldn’t help but find it amusing. At such a young age, where did all these emotions come from?

“You go get your two Paper Birds, and join these few brothers in throwing them around to see whose can fly the farthest. Sanshun, there’s no room in the yard; take good care of Qi Jia and lead the kids outside to play. Remember not to go too far.”

“Got it, Big Sister,” Qi Sanshun responded and took Qi Jia and a crowd of children noisily out to play.

For Qi Sanshun, a bicycle was indeed a great thing, but unfortunately he could not play with it. In comparison, the Paper Birds were an even better choice.

Although Qi Jia was extremely reluctant to leave his beloved bicycle, he nevertheless had a great time joining Qi Sanshun and the group of kids in throwing paper airplanes.

Meanwhile, in the courtyard, the young and old masters, after having inquired about the intentions of the group of distinguished guests, each expressed varying levels of envy for the second branch of the Qi family. They also eagerly speculated and discussed their future prospects without end, creating quite a stir.

It wasn’t until dinner time, when women and children from other families came to call people for the meal, that the crowd gathered in the second branch of the Qi family’s yard gradually dispersed.

Qi Yougui, of course, stayed until the very end. Before leaving, he earnestly reminded Qi Younian to behave properly while in town, and if someone gave him trouble, he should come back and farm. Dealing with the land was the most reliable thing to do.

Listening to this, Ye Xinyan couldn’t help but worry. If the old man’s mindset couldn’t change, how much longer would it take for the main branch to make a name for themselves?

Qi Yourong, on the other hand, kept tugging at Qi Younian’s arm, repeating, “Second Brother, if those county folks still have their eyes on our Rice tofu, you better think carefully. Our Rice tofu business is our own, and we cannot simply teach it to others, no matter what. If we really can’t protect it, we must prioritize our own family first.”

Qi Yougui, annoyed by what he was hearing, pulled him outside, “Let’s go back quickly. Don’t you see that your two grandsons are still waiting?”

The third child was spoiled rotten by his parents. His words showed no consideration for the Second Brother’s situation. If powerful people were determined to seize the Rice tofu recipe, should the Second Brother risk his life and fortunes to teach them first?

Really, at such an old age, he still didn’t understand a thing.

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Qi Yourong was dragged out by his elder brother while Qi Congwen and Qi Congwu indeed hadn’t left with the other children. Instead, they stood at the entrance to the Second Branch courtyard, eagerly waiting for him.

Qi Yourong had no choice but to swallow the rest of his words and beckon his two grandsons to leave without good cheer.

Earlier, Qi Congwu had ridden the bicycle, thoroughly enjoying himself. Qi Congwen was about the same age as Qi Sanshun, but could only watch enviously as his little brother played joyfully while he just stood there. The children outside the yard were having a good time too, but with Qi Jia there and his vigilant sister keeping watch, he dared not go over.

It was tough to finally get the chance to leave, but his grandfather kept dawdling. If Grandpa didn’t leave, that little rascal Congwu wouldn’t leave either, which frustrated Qi Congwen.

Walking back with his grandfather, Qi Congwen decided that he would no longer bother with the Second Branch family in the future.