Chapter 38: Explanation

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

Lin Shui and Lin Ershui finally understood.

Lin Shui looked at Lin Sanshui disapprovingly, “Sanshui, why are you so extravagant? Why didn’t you let the children eat the meat? Why did you call us over? We’re not craving for the meats.”

Lin Sanshui had bought too many on an impulse, and the weather was hot. The meats might go bad tomorrow if they did not finish them!

However, Lin Sanshui did not dare to say such honest words. He smiled and said, “Big Brother, Second Brother, we’ve already bought it. It’s not any good meat, so don’t mind it. We three brothers need to have a delicious meal together. Since Mother passed away, we’ve only been able to have a drink or two together during the new year and other festivals.”

As he spoke, Lin Sanshui sighed.

Lin Sanshui was the youngest in the family. When the two elders were still alive, they had always been biased toward him. Lin Sanshui also knew his two brothers were not happy about this.

However, Lin Sanshui’s family was in a tough time back then, and he had four sons to raise. He had to rely on the support of his parents.

Therefore, Lin Shui always felt regretful for his two brothers.

Hearing Lin Sanshui’s words, Lin Shui and Lin Ershui also felt rather emotional.

“Big Brother, since Sanshui has already prepared it, let’s have a good drink today. I already cooked the cucumbers and vegetables I grew at home.” As he said this, Lin Ershui told his wife, “Xiangdong’s mother, go back and pick some vegetables.”

The Lin family’s eldest sister-in-law, Mrs. Wang, saw the opportunity and hurriedly spoke up. She asked her husband, “Since Third Brother’s family has meat and Second Brother’s family has dishes, we should provide some wine. Aren’t there still two wines left under our bed? Why don’t we let Jing’er go back and bring it over? We’ll let you three brothers drink to your heart’s content today!”

“Alright,” What else could Lin Shui say?

It should be so.

Lin Shui’s family had two sons and two daughters. His eldest son was already married, and his grandson was a year old. Lin Ershui also had two sons and a daughter. The three families had almost 20 people. It was not appropriate for them to eat Lin Sanshui’s food.

They were all brothers, so no matter how much it was, each family would offer something. It was also a kind gesture.

Mrs. Wang and Mrs. Zhu were also hardworking people. When they saw that only Dahu and Sanhu were busy in the kitchen, they wanted to go over and help.

However, Mrs. Jiang stopped them. “Dahu has already said that today’s meal will be on him. We’ll help wash the vegetables and chat.

Mrs. Jiang’s words received praise from her two sisters-in-law.

The children were not around, so Mrs. Wang asked Mrs. Jiang, “Third Sister-in-law, what are you and Third Brother planning? Are you going to adopt that girl?”

In the first two days, Lin Shui and Lin Ershui had already discreetly advised Lin Sanshui not to adopt Gu Nian. His family was not rich, and they already had a few children. In such a situation, why should he adopt someone else’s child?

Lin Sanshui was determined. They had started their own families. Hence, it wouldn’t be good for the two elder brothers to interfere too much in their younger brother’s family matters.

It was much more convenient for women to inquire about things when their families were together. Mrs. Wang wanted to ask Mrs. Jiang’s opinion.

Mrs. Zhu was also very curious about this matter, so she perked up her ears, wanting to hear what she had to say.

“Both of you have daughters at home, but you don’t know the hardships of not having a daughter. When I’m busy, I need to work in the fields during the day, and at night, I have to come back to wash their clothes and cook for them. In addition, there are chickens, ducks, and two pigs in the yard. I can’t finish all the job even if I have two bodies!” Mrs. Jiang sighed and said, “Nian Nian is a poor child. I do not mind having a daughter in my house. Her family only wants to send her away, so I thought I could bring her back. She’s already so big, and I don’t have to worry about her food. She’ll slowly help me take care of the house. I won’t lose out no matter what, right? ”