Tian gazed at Xia Zhi for a while before speaking with half doubt and half mockery: "Can you make money for me, support me?"

  Xia Zhi smiled, knowing that her plan had already succeeded halfway. In recent days, she had carefully studied Tian Shi's psychology and then determined the strategy to deal with Tian Shi based on this psychology.

  This strategy is complex and simple at the same time; the key point lies in treating the symptoms.

  Tian returned with resentment, but also some fear. This lesson was not given to her in vain. Because Sun Lan'er served as a buffer and she planned to negotiate peacefully with Tian, she didn't notify Xiao Hei Yu to come and assist. She had previously instructed Sun Lan'er to intentionally bring up Tian Lai Bao and Xia Er Shu, successfully diverting Tian's attention.

  It was also because of Tian Lai Bao's affair that she cleverly made the Tian family realize something. She would soon grow up and be very valuable to the Tian family. In order to make her obey, they would have to find a rich son-in-law to support the family from now on, and treat her with more care, not being able to bully her as they pleased.

  However, this is still not enough. Xia Zhi wants more than just not being taken advantage of. In addition to a beautiful prospect, Xia Zhi also wants to give Tian some immediate benefits. Tian obviously has also been moved.

  Xia Zhi calmly took out the money bag and poured the money onto the kang, where it formed a small but delightful mound. The copper coins clinked against each other, producing a crisp and pleasant sound.

  Tian's eyes widened. The pile on the kang had at least two hundred coins. Tian suddenly lifted his head and stared at Xia Zhi, sternly asking: "Xia Zhi, where did this money come from?" Even if Xia Lao Yezi had helped Xia Zhi out during her absence, there was no way he would have given him so much money.

  "This is the money I earned from selling cherries and flowers." Xia Zhi told Tian Shi, "If mother doesn't believe me, she can ask my brother or my younger brother, or even ask Lanzi sister. Lanzi sister helped me a lot... If mother still doesn't believe me, she can go out and ask around."

  Making money by selling cherries would eventually be found out by the Tian family. Just for this, if they didn't give some money to the Tian family, it's likely they wouldn't get away with it.

  Tian knew that Xia Zhi couldn't deceive her on this matter, so her expression wasn't as stern. Since it was the money from selling cherries at home, it was only right for her to take it. Tian grabbed a handful of copper coins and then put them back.

  Xia Zhi cleverly handed over the purse.

  Tian looked at Xia Zhi for a moment, then slowly put all the money on the kang into her purse, naturally counting the amount of money clearly. She placed the purse close to her body.

  "Is that all?"

  "Is this not enough? Our family's cherry blossoms have been around for more than a year or two, and we've never made any money before. Most of the time, it was my flower-selling earnings that were used." Xia Zhi said, "I only roughly told Tian Shi about it, I didn't go into details." "I'm not afraid to tell Mother either. My older brother, Xiao Shu, and I have spent some of the flower money. When Mother is not at home, we still need to spend money to get by."

  "On the summer solstice, you're getting bolder and bolder." Tian said slowly.

  "Mother, I'll think of ways to make money in the future. Father's earnings are for you to arrange as you please. The crops from our land will only be used to keep food on the table for us few mouths. Apart from that, all household expenses will be taken care of by me, so don't worry about it." Xia Zhi looked at Tian Shi.

  Tian's family was silent for a long time before speaking: "You have a big tone?"

  "Isn't it just bragging, mother will know slowly. Xia Zhi smiled, "This is just the beginning. Mother gives me a year to slow down, and later on, not only the money earned by father, but also the output of the land will be handed over to mother to arrange at will. All household expenses, I'll take care of."

  If it really works out that way, she'll have more money to support her family in the future. Tian Shi looked at Xia Zhi: "What do you want me to promise you?"

  "In the future, I will naturally respect my mother, and she will treat me as a guest who brings their own food and is willing to spend extra money. Firstly, don't scold or beat me, let's be polite to each other, it looks good from the outside too. Secondly, whatever I do every day, mom doesn't need to worry about me... my requirements are just that simple."

  "This is getting out of hand!" The daughter wouldn't let her intervene anymore, how could this be okay.

  "Girl, think carefully. Two choices: you can still treat me like before, I'll eat and use yours, everything will be supported by you. Later when we talk about marriage, you'll also have to spend money on a dowry for me. Or, as I said, mom, you can just let go and I won't spend a single penny of the family's money, and I'll take care of the household expenses. In the future, hehe, don't you still expect me to make something of myself?"

  Tian's family fell silent for a while before asking Xia Zhi: "These, were they taught by your grandparents in the backyard?"

  "No one taught me, I thought of it myself. I also want to help mother share her worries." Xia Zhi said, "Mother, think slowly, don't rush to answer me." As he spoke, Xia Zhi reached out to grab the money bag.

  The Tian family, however, took a step ahead and grabbed the purse into his own hands. "This money doesn't count. From today on, if you have the ability to support all the expenses of our household, I'll follow your lead. Otherwise, be careful or I'll strip you bare."

  "Alright, it's settled then, no backing out." Xia Zhi immediately agreed enthusiastically.

  Tian thought for a moment, then hurriedly said to Xia Zhi: "You must not covet the pigs and chickens raised at home. The money they bring in is not considered your earnings." At home, there were two pigs and over ten chickens and ducks, which Xia Zhi took care of every day. In a year, the two pigs could bring in six or seven taels of silver. The eggs from the chickens and ducks accumulated enough to cover the daily expenses for oil and salt.

  Xia Zhi's face wore a smile, but there was no hint of a smile in her gaze at Tian Shi. This mother, Tian Shi, is really ruthless, not leaving any leeway for her own daughter. What does Xia Zhi mean to Tian Shi in her heart?

  Summer Solstice is hard to pass for Xia Zhi, angry.

  "You go on, is there anything else you'd like to add?" Xia Zhi asked with a smile.

  Tian's eyes fell on Xia Zhi, and for some reason, she felt a chill in her heart. She looked into Xia Zhi's eyes. Xia Zhi's eyes were very beautiful, clear like a deep spring, no, it should be an icy spring, emitting a faint cold air.

  This daughter's appearance hasn't changed, but somehow she looks very different now. Especially her eyes, they used to be so calm and not as lively as they are now.

  Tian's eyes shifted uncomfortably, avoiding eye contact with Xia Zhi. "Forget it, I can still bicker with a little girl like you. But remember this: if you're going to brag, you'd better be honest from now on and listen to me in everything."

  "No problem." Xia Zhi replied readily as usual, "But I still need to discuss one thing with Mother..."

  "What's going on?"

  "Lanzi sister has helped me a lot these days, so I bought some things for Lanzi sister. Mother, don't go and tell Sun Jia Wu aunt, otherwise Lanzi sister will be at a disadvantage...Lanzi sister is already very pitiful."

  Tian and Sun Wang were on good terms, but they still sympathized with Sun Lan's situation in the Sun family. "Need you say? Your mother is a wicked person."

  "Your mother's heart is the best." Xia Zhi smiled and praised Tian Shi with a sentence, but it was just words.

  Wada-san has agreed, and Xia Zhi's mood suddenly became very relaxed. She went to the backyard first, and at the entrance of the backyard, she ran into Xiao Hei Yu'er. Xiao Hei Yu'er saw Xia Zhi and immediately broke free from Xia Qiao and Xiao Shu'er and ran over.

  "Sixteen," Little Black Fish grasped Xia Zhi's hand and examined it up and down, "Did your mother hit you?"

  Originally, Xiaqiao and Xiao Shu'er were both sent away by the Tian family, and they tacitly went to the backyard. The two brothers were worried that the Tian family would beat Xia Zhi too severely. Xiao Hei Yu heard the news and immediately wanted to come and help Xia Zhi, but was persuaded by the two brothers with great difficulty.

  They received Xia Zhi's instructions, and Xia Zhi was going to face the Tian family alone.

  However, in order to be prepared for any eventuality, these people stood guard at the back door, and as soon as they heard Xia Zhi's cry for help, they could arrive immediately.

  "My mother didn't hit me." Xia Zhi smiled and let Xiao Hei see. Tian Shi not only didn't hit her, but also didn't have the opportunity to scold her, and was persuaded by her with a combination of soft and hard means plus temptation. "I think she won't be able to hit or scold me in the future either. Uncle, you can rest assured."

  "That's good." Little Black Fish saw that Xia Zhi was indeed unharmed, so she felt relieved. She pulled Xia Zhi into the backyard, "Let your grandparents take a look, they've been worried all along."

  Xia Zhi followed Xiao Hei to the backyard and upstairs. Seeing that she was not hurt or beaten, Xia Lao Ye and Xia Lao Tai felt relieved. Then, the old couple asked Tian Shi how she came back. Xia Qiao answered one by one.

  "Grandfather, grandmother, you two elders take a look. My mother is not even sixteen yet. This time my mother should know her mistake and definitely won't do it again." Xia Qiao pleaded with the old couple on behalf of Tian Shi.

  Tian Shi returned home without beating or scolding Xia Zhi. From then on, they lived a good life together, so there was no need to send her to work at Xiao Wang Zhuang anymore.

  "My mother's hands are all blistered... these days she hasn't slept a single sound sleep..."

  Xia Qiao's voice gradually lowered, and her eyes also slightly reddened.

  Old Xia realized that his grandson was heartbroken over his mother.

  This child is a good kid. Unfortunately, he has such a mother.

  "......Come back, just come back. From now on, live a good life. Daqiao, we know you miss your mother. As elders, all we hope for is the well-being of our juniors. Your grandfather has never been a cruel person! I've never been harsh to anyone!"

  "Yes, Grandfather's heart is soft." Xia Qiao's heart relaxed at this. This matter was thus settled, and nothing could be better than that.

  This will work, Xia Zhi had already taken off his shoes and got on the kang, just like Little Black Fish sitting next to the kang table, starting to grind ink to prepare for writing. Old Master Xia finished talking to Xia Qiao, then looked over and said, "Sixteen, you're reading books and writing here, does your mother know? What did she say? Don't be afraid, I'll take responsibility for telling her about this!"

  "Grandfather, don't say anything. I've already talked to my mother about it." Xia Zhiyan finished grinding the ink and then told his grandfather about the agreement he had made with Tian Shi. "From now on, I'll be in charge of the household expenses. My mother won't scold me, and she won't interfere with what I do."

  She said it in a light tone, but the people in the house were all shocked. Xia Zhi had been planning this for some time, but no one had told anyone before. It wasn't until today that she had finalized things with Tian Shi that she spoke up.

  "Sixteen..." Xia Qiao stared blankly at her sister. Although Xia Zhi had made some money by working part-time, it was far from enough to make a living. Moreover, the money she earned was barely enough for her own expenses, let alone supporting the whole family's expenditure.

  Xiaqiao never knew exactly how much money Xia Zhi made.

  Old man Xia was stunned for a moment, then sneered: "I said, how could the eldest daughter-in-law be so kind to sixteen. It turned out that sixteen agreed to support the family, and she would send all the money back to her natal family! She can really do such a thing!"

  Everyone is indignant and disapproving of this approach, feeling that it's very unfair to Xia Zhi.

  Xia Zhi looked at everyone's appearance and was about to go to the front yard to find Tian Shi. She stopped drawing and hurried over to block everyone.

  "It was my own will." Money can buy freedom and dignity, no matter how much it costs. She also had to thank the Lao Tian family, because they needed money, so she could move the Tian family with this.

  Xia Zhi persuaded everyone again, then said: "I've planned it all out. How much money can our family usually spend? I'll be able to earn this money no matter what, and it won't delay other things. Brothers, Xiao Shu, you two don't want to, is it because you're afraid that in the future I won't be able to earn money, and you two will have to suffer with me?"

  Xia Lao Ye Zi and Xia Lao Tai Tai thought for a moment, feeling that it was indeed the case. As for Xia Qiao and Xiao Shu Er, the two brothers were very moved, saying they were not afraid of hardship.

  "Sixteen, from now on your brother will help you."

  The little tree was very happy: "I also help my sister. I'm glad to let my sister be the host, and follow my sister's life." He directly took Xia Zhi's responsibility for household chores as Xia Zhi being the host. These days following Xia Zhi, he ate and drank better than when Tian Shi was the host. Tian Shi had money in his hands but was very stingy, and even if he pitied him, he would only give him one or two eggs to eat, but Xia Zhi was different.

  As for whether Xia Zhi can make enough money, he doesn't worry about it at all. He now admires Xia Zhi the most and thinks that his sister is omnipotent.

  Xiao Hei Yu rarely said nothing, but he had already made up his mind. Whether or not he could make money after Xia Zhi didn't matter, as long as he got to enjoy the food and drink of Xia Zhi. If Xia Zhi couldn't earn any money, let Tian Shi, Da Qiao, and Xiao Shu Er starve instead - he didn't care.

  "This is also a rare thing in the world!" Old Master Xia sighed and acquiesced to this matter. Putting aside other things, this method can indeed maintain the peace of the front yard family and protect Xia Zhi. It's just that Xia Zhi suffered. The old master had made up his mind that he would make it up to Xia Zhi in the future. Making it up to Xia Zhi is also making it up to the lives of the children in the front yard.

  Moreover, this is quite secretive, the third son and his family are grateful to Xia Zhi and won't say anything, while also being able to deceive the second son and his family. He isn't biased towards any particular branch of the family, he's just biased towards Xia Zhi, that granddaughter.

  "This matter, we just need to know about it, no need to let outsiders know." Old Master Xia also reminded the children, "Your mother definitely won't go out and talk about it either!"

  The Tian family should be ashamed of themselves!

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