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Chapter 110: Chapter 111 Am I Fierce?_1
Children from poor families take on responsibilities early in life, particularly Sun Erhu, who was an orphan. He handled matters even more tactfully, so there was no need to doubt his capability.
Sun Erhu’s spirits brightened even more with affirmation, as his sister-in-law would say, he walked as if he carried the breeze with him.
After exchanging a few jokes with Sun Erhu, Qiao Duo’er got busy.
By the time they reached the town, there were already quite a few people waiting.
Qiao Duo’er was a bit surprised but also thrilled.
It was only the third day, and people were already waiting for her to set up her stall; it seemed like a good start.
Most of those waiting were there to buy pork intestines because they cost just eight Wen money, which was more economical than buying meat to eat at home.
Qiao Duo’er quickly said, "Everyone, please line up. There’s plenty of intestines, everyone will get some."
Despite her assurances, everyone was still eager.
Many of them were people who had arrived too late yesterday to make a purchase. 𝓷ℴ𝓿𝓹𝓾𝒷.𝓬𝓸𝓂
Today, Sun Erhu had bought four sets of pig intestines, and they sold out quickly, leaving latecomers with no choice but to either go without or reluctantly buy something else.
After packing up the stall while the sky was still bright, Qiao Duo’er took the opportunity to buy some condiments.
Sun Erhu was sent to the grocery store for salt, soy sauce, vinegar, and other basics, while she went to the pharmacy.
The most crucial part of the marinated food recipe was the herbs that could be used as both medicine and seasoning, so Qiao Duo’er purposefully bought some additional herbs to mix in.
This way, even if someone came inquiring about the herbs she purchased, they couldn’t guess the recipe.
As for the herbs... she chose ones that could be used for foot soaks.
After leaving Ren Xin Hall, Sun Erhu had not yet arrived, and Qiao Duo’er waited on the roadside with Tan Zhenghong.
She suddenly noticed a bun vendor on the side of the road, and her stomach grumbled twice right on cue; she decisively went and bought five buns.
After giving one to Tan Zhenghong, she herself took one and started eating with relish.
In ancient times, things were more substantial; after eating just one bun, she was full, and the bun had a thin skin and abundant filling; it just lacked a bit in flavor.
"Why hasn’t Erhu come yet?"
Looking towards the direction of the grocery store, Qiao Duo’er noticed it wasn’t far from Ren Xin Hall; he should have been back by now.
Tan Zhenghong said, "Erhu knows his limits, he will be here shortly. Sit with me for a while."
Qiao Duo’er coughed uncomfortably. Brother, they were in the middle of the street!
Was it really okay for him to invite her so openly to sit on his lap?
She feared she would be scolded to death!
"I can stand a while longer, my leg is almost healed," Tan Zhenghong quickly explained.
The misunderstood Qiao Duo’er blushed even more deeply; she simply turned her head away, ignoring Tan Zhenghong.
Just as Tan Zhenghong was about to stand up, Qiao Duo’er pushed him down and said fiercely, "Stay seated properly. If you make any more trouble, I won’t take you out tomorrow!"
Their interaction was witnessed by passersby who couldn’t help but talk about it.
"That woman is fierce! If my wife dared to talk to me like that, I’d teach her a lesson!"
"Me too, it’s like the world’s been turned upside down!"
...
Qiao Duo’er glanced at Tan Zhenghong, "Am I really that fierce?"
Tan Zhenghong quickly shook his head, "My wife is the gentlest, not fierce at all."
Qiao Duo’er looked at Tan Zhenghong, and after a while, she teased, "Your eyes and brain must be sick, do you want me to take you inside for a checkup?"
She glanced at Ren Xin Hall, which was right in front of them; if they wanted to see a doctor or something, it was just a few steps away.
First, he thought she was beautiful, and now he thought she was gentle...
Such thoughts, in this whole wide world, probably only Tan Zhenghong had them.
