Old Lady Xia asked Xia Zhi if she was going to the home of Sun Lao Wu, to tell Sun Lao Wu's wife to let Sun Lan accompany her at night. Xia Zhi nodded and said, "Grandma, how did you know?"

  "Your son's wife came over and told me just now."

  "Milk, you didn't say I couldn't have Lanzi sister accompany me, did you?" Xia Zhi hurriedly asked. She now has Xiao Hei to keep her company, and even if she still needs someone, there are several cousins in the backyard, so it's not necessary to find Sun Laner.

  "Of course I didn't say anything." Old Lady Xia smiled at Xia Zhi, "Sixteen, are you going to help Lanzi or not?"

  "Did you guess? I want to help Lanzi sister." Xia Zhi thought that Old Lady Xia was a understanding person, so she didn't hide anything from her and told her all her plans. "She makes Lanzi sister work all day, and doesn't even let her rest at night. She also beats Lanzi sister. You don't know, she's cruel-hearted."

  "I didn't know." Old Lady Xia narrowed her eyes, "No matter how well she pretended, after a long time, she would eventually reveal her true nature. You have a kind heart to help Lanzi, that's your good intention. Don't worry, I've talked to her. Let Lanzi be your companion, we'll acknowledge her feelings."

  Old Lady Xia didn't tell Xia Zhi that when Sun Wang left from the backyard, she also took away two pieces of Xia Jiao Bu.

  "Thanks, Mom." Xia Zhi said happily.

  "You're such a sweet talker. We're family, no need to be polite." Old Lady Xia smiled as she thought about arranging lunch early and having Xia Zhi stay in the backyard to eat. "Call Daqiao and Xiaoshu over too. Your mom's not home, so from now on you kids can just eat in the backyard."

  This was what Mr. and Mrs. Xia had agreed upon. However, Xia Zhi thought that even without the Tian family at home, his siblings could still take good care of themselves. Perhaps they would occasionally come over for a meal, but it wouldn't be necessary for Mr. and Mrs. Xia to always look after them.

  "My brother means the same thing."

  Because Xia Zhi said firmly, Old Man Xia and Old Lady Xia did not force her. The old couple even thought that the grandchildren in the front yard were promising and had a good future.

  Xia Zhi has also discussed with Xia Lao Ye and Xiao Hei Yu Er about the study schedule for the future. They will each study for one hour in the morning and afternoon, and at night, Xiao Hei Yu Er will go to Xia Zhi's house to teach him half an hour of characters before bed. If there are chores at home, the study time can be reduced or adjusted accordingly.

  The learning task schedule is not tight, and those who want to work extra hard have no restrictions, everyone is very satisfied.

  It's summer solstice and she needs to go home to prepare lunch, but before she can leave the house, guests have already arrived.

  An old lady who was dressed very neatly came, holding a half-grown boy by the hand. The boy had a slightly dark complexion, thick eyebrows and big eyes, wearing a long gown made of Hangzhou silk, not the usual attire of a young man from an ordinary farming family. He was being held by the old lady, seemingly not very happy, with his head half lowered.

  Mr. and Mrs. Xia both came out to greet them, exchanging pleasantries with the old lady.

  It wasn't until the summer solstice that I realized it was Old Lady Tian, also known as Tian San Niangniang, who had come from under the big elm tree at the Tian's house. The Tian and Xia families had some dealings with each other, but they weren't particularly close. Moreover, the two families were far apart and didn't often visit each other casually, and Tian San Niangniang was a rare guest.

  Tian San's grandmother had a gloomy face, she didn't speak when entering the door, her eyes were fixed on Xia Zhi's body.

  Xiao Hei Yu Er quietly approached Xia Zhi, his small hand grasping the corner of Xia Zhi's clothes, signaling for Xia Zhi to quickly follow him. Xia Zhi was somewhat perplexed by the situation but still trailed behind Xiao Hei Yu Er as they slipped away.

  "Who's this little girl?" Old Lady Tian suddenly said.

  "This is our family's little daughter Xia Zhi, her nickname is Sixteen." Old Lady Xia smiled and replied, then beckoned Xia Zhi to come forward and pay respects to Tian San Niangniang, "This is your Tian San Niangniang."

  It's no good going out anymore, so I came forward with a smile and paid respects to Grandma Tian.

  "Oh..." Grandma Tian stretched out her voice, her eyes fixed intently on Xia Zhi.

  The old lady didn't like her. Although she didn't understand why, Xia Zhi thought it was better to leave and wanted to slip away again. But Tian San Niangniang stared at her and asked Xia Lao Yezi and Xia Lao Taizai: "How old is the little girl this year?"

  Xia Lao Ye Zi and Xia Lao Tai Tai quickly exchanged a glance, if it weren't for Tian San Niang's face turning obviously darker, the old couple would have suspected that she had come to propose a marriage between their son Xia Zhi.

  "Sixteen will be twelve this May." Old Lady Xia replied as usual.

  "Ah..." Tian San's wife gave Xia Zhi a sideways glance, then pulled the boy by the hand and smiled insincerely at Old Man Xia and Old Lady Xia. "This is my younger sister's grandson, Xiaobao, who has come to live with his grandparents. I'm reporting to you, elder brother and sister-in-law, and asking for your permission to let this child stay in our Daxing Village for a few days."

  Mr. and Mrs. Xia were both bewildered.

  "Old auntie," Old Man Xia hastily spoke to Tian San's wife with courtesy. They were of the same generation, and according to their age, Old Man Xia should address Tian San's wife as "older sister". "Where did this come from?"

  Grandma Tian was clearly here to ask for trouble. Old Man Xia thought for a moment and suddenly understood. He cast his gaze towards Little Black Fish.

  The little black fish and Xia Zhi were leaning against the wall, wanting to slip out but hadn't slipped out yet.

  The problem must be with Xiao Hei, and Lao Ye was furious. It wasn't the first time Xiao Hei got into a fight and had someone come to his door. Today, because Xiao Hei was obedient and even took the initiative to learn, he didn't immediately think of this possibility.

  "Little dragon!" Old Man Xia's face sank, and he shouted sternly.

  The little black fish reluctantly walked up to Old Man Xia with his head hung low. His father was really angry, and he couldn't help but be afraid.

  "Xiao Long, did you bully Lai Bao?"

  The little black fish didn't make a sound.

  When Xia Zhi felt something was off, she quickly examined Lai Bao carefully. At this time, Lai Bao also looked over at Xia Zhi. The two children's eyes met, and Lai Bao's face turned red as he hastily turned his head away.

  Taking a closer look, it seems somewhat familiar. This stature, looking again at the hand hanging by his side... Xia Zhi finally recognized him.

  This isn't about settling scores with Little Black Fish, this is about settling scores with her. Can't let Little Black Fish take the fall for her. Old Man Xia and Old Lady Xia won't hit her, but they will hit Little Black Fish.

  Xia walked up to Old Man Xia. But before she could say anything, Xiao Hei raised his head and loudly told Old Man Xia: "It was me who hit him. But I didn't bully him. He brought people to attack us first and wouldn't let us play by the river. I told him, whoever wins gets the river, and the loser leaves."

  So this is the reason why these two groups of young punks want to fight each other.

  The little black fish is not wrong, the one who bullied people is the outsider of the Tian family.

  "Grandpa..." Xia Zhi spoke up again. The one who hit her was herself. According to Old Man Xia's temperament, regardless of right or wrong, if someone came to their doorstep, he would definitely punish Little Black Fish.

  "Sixteen?" Old Xia was puzzled.

  Xiao Hei Yu immediately blocked Xia Zhi's way, not letting him speak. "Dad, it was me, don't blame Sixteen."

  "It's all your fault on the summer solstice!" Old Lady Tian was furious, she pulled her grandson Lai Bao in front of her, lifted his robe and said, "You old Xia family have raised such a fierce daughter! It was her, without any reason, who beat our Lai Bao. This little girl is ruthless, she even bruised Lai Bao's butt! Don't believe me? Look for yourselves!"

  Tian Lai Bao's face turned red, like a freshly baked bun, still steaming with hot air.

  It's been a month since I wrote it, if everyone thinks it's okay, just collect it first, and if you have a recommendation ticket to support it, that would be even better.