Second watch, hoping for pink.

...

Lian Manman’s family invited Lian Shouli to help with the house construction. Lian Shouli hadn’t taken on any other jobs for two months; he had been working at Lian Manman’s house, doing carpentry with other craftsmen building the house. Lady Zhao and Lian Yeye often came over to lend a hand as well.

When discussing family matters just now, Lady Li told Lady Zhang and Lian Manman that Lian Shouli, Lady Zhao, and Lian Yeye had been very dedicated. Since she was staying at home, Lady Zhao and Lian Yeye came by every day to chat with her. Lady Li often kept the mother and daughter for meals.

The three of them had been getting along very well lately, which naturally delighted Lady Zhang and Lian Manman.

Lian Shouli had taken a break after noon, came to work early, and having heard that Lian Manman’s family had returned, Lady Zhao and Lian Yeye came over to see Lady Zhang and Lian Manman.

Having been apart for some time, everyone felt particularly close when they met. Lian Shouxin invited Lian Shouli to the front yard’s living room to talk, while Lady Zhao and Lian Yeye went with Lady Zhang and Lian Manman to the backyard, directly to Lady Zhang’s room to sit.

A little maid brought in tea and fruits, and Lady Zhao and Lian Yeye first congratulated Lady Zhang, then inquired about the new bride’s appearance, family background, and so on. Lady Zhang did not hold back and told it all to Lady Zhao. Listening on the side, Lian Yeye also secretly asked Lian Manman about Qin Ruojian’s appearance.

Lian Manman found it amusing, as it seemed that when young girls talked about brides, they were mostly concerned about whether they were pretty.

"... It feels like in the blink of an eye, you’re going to be a mother-in-law. How can a person not age!" After chatting for a while, Lady Zhao sighed.

"Time passes quickly, but we’ve finally made it through." Lady Zhang replied.

"Look at your spirit, so refreshed, you’re a blessed person." Lady Zhao remarked, looking at Lady Zhang.

"What do you mean by blessed? As long as the family is safe and sound, with enough to eat and drink, that’s the greatest blessing." Lady Zhang said, "We may not be the best off, but we have more than some. We’ve all come from those past days; now we’re considered to be in a nest of blessing."

"... Your third uncle has this craft, and you have Yeye as your daughter; in the future, you will surely enjoy blessings, with fewer worries."

Lady Zhang and Lady Zhao, as sisters-in-law, had always gotten along well. Lady Zhao was honest, and Lady Zhang was righteous; they never had a falling out. For sisters-in-law, especially those who have lived together, this was quite rare. Lady Zhang also knew that Lady Zhao envied her, so she often tried to comfort Lady Zhao with words.

After congratulating Lady Zhang today, Lady Zhao spoke sincerely. Compared to Lady Wu Wang and Lady Zhang Wang, Lady Zhao’s words often unconsciously revealed a hint of pessimism. To be frank, it was because of Lady Zhao’s heartache, having no son, only a daughter. Even in the happiest moments, her smile carried a bit more sorrow than others.

Lian Manman felt a bit sorrowful for her misfortune and somewhat frustrated with her inability to overcome it. In such matters, if one couldn’t figure it out themselves, there was little others could do to help.

"... You see my complexion looks okay now, but every month... the illness stayed behind..." Lady Zhang whispered to Lady Zhao.

Lian Manman overheard a few words and guessed what Lady Zhang was confiding to Lady Zhao, and she knew what Lady Zhang would say next. Sure enough, Lady Zhang mentioned Yan Daopo next.

"... Wu Lang’s wedding, we plan to hold it in Prefecture City." Lady Zhang informed Lady Zhao, "At that time, we plan to invite everyone; we will prepare the vehicles and such. The three of you must attend!"

"You can stay with me when you come, and I’ll take you around Prefecture City." Lian Manman told Lian Yeye.

Wu Lang’s wedding, of course, as a close uncle and aunt, they were to attend. Therefore, Lian Yeye was genuinely not just being polite and agreed. As a young girl, she naturally looked forward to visiting a bustling place like Prefecture City. 𝘧𝓇𝑒𝑒𝑤ℯ𝑏𝓃𝘰𝑣ℯ𝘭.𝘤ℴ𝘮

"Once you’re there, stay a few more days. There are good doctors in Prefecture City; we’ll invite one to see us both." Lady Zhang said to Lady Zhao, "The Daopo I mentioned, I think she’s quite capable... it’s up to you if we invite her."

Listening on the side, Lian Manman knew that Lady Zhang was saying this because she was present.

Lian Manman thought for a moment, then pulled Lian Yeye over to the edge of the kang, leaving Lady Zhang and Lady Zhao.