Chapter 145 Newly wedded and third day return
The early spring sun quietly crept up the clear sky. The house, which was bustling until midnight, was still in deep silence. The servants seldom sleep until dawn. Now only one or two were busy cleaning up the mess from last night's wedding banquet.
Afraid of disturbing the newlyweds who had yet to make any movement in the main room, everyone’s footsteps were much lighter. The huge courtyard filled with wedding decorations remained silent. Only a few early spring birdsong entered the still quiet bridal room and disturbed the couple’s sleep.
"Hmm..." You Yin opened her somewhat heavy eyelids. Dazedly, she took in the somewhat unfamiliar environment she was in and felt the slight tingling pain coming from her lower body. The wild memories of last light’s tussle flooded into her mind like a tidal wave. The cosmetic-free little face looked rosy as if it was touched up with the finest rouge. A young maiden's virgin shyness feel was reduced by three points and instead became charming and delicate.
Although the man beside her had yet to open his eyes, he seemed to have noticed her movements. His vigorous and strong hands directly encircled the exquisite girl in his arms. His lips were inadvertently pressed against the young girl’s earlobe that was so red that it was about to bleed out. He murmured hoarsely: "We didn't rest until dawn, aren't you tired? Sleep with me for a while."
You Yin felt the hard body of a man completely different from hers hug her tightly and felt so ashamed that she wished she could dig a hole to hide in. How could she possibly obediently be hugged by him and sleep?
"Who said they have no strength last night? Now that we have had enough rest, how about we continue?" Hardness slowly tested the other party. Once the softness got used to it, he drove in, without giving the young woman any chance to resist.
"Ah! I didn’t. Don't..." Before the young woman could react, she was bullied by him again. She felt as if her limbs were zapped by an electric shock. The young woman can only be disarmed and surrender. Following the man's movements, she sank into the novel and exciting world that she experienced for the first time last night.
Li Dong and Auntie Song were guarding outside the main room and their ears couldn't help but turn slightly red. They took another ten steps away.
Auntie Song turned her head to look at the peach trees that had already budded in the yard and smiled. Spring was here. How wonderful!
***
On the third day return, You Yin acted cute and promised compensation before Han Li spared her to get up and wash up: “Today is return home day. If we’re late, who knows what the elders in the family will think!”
Holding two hairpins in front of the rhombic mirror, she compared them on her head. She put them down again and changed two more: "And you insist on messing. See how we’ll make a fool of ourselves then."
She never knew that this stuffy gourd would blush from holding hands before to be so clingy and toss so much. The past few days had been absurd and blush-arousing. She gently removed the hand that was still sticking to her body: "Don't mess. It's time for someone to come in a while."
Seeing his wife's blush and charming appearance, Han Li felt a rush of hotness rushing up. He let go of You Yin with a dry cough as if nothing had happened and turned around to go behind the screen to change clothes.
Outside, Li Dong and the two maidservants carrying water and handkerchiefs heard no movement in the room, knocked on the door a few times, and opened the door after getting Miss's response: "Servant will wait upon Miss on washing up."
She changed into a water-red coat skirt. A snow rabbit jacket was added on the outside. So that even if she went out, she wouldn’t be afraid of the blowing cold wind.
Standing behind Miss, Li Dong carefully rolled up Miss's long ink-like hair and said: "Miss's hair is growing better now."
As she spoke, her hand movement didn't stop. In a few strokes, she finished one cloud bun. It was then embellished with a red gold double fulfilling hairpin dotted with jade and ruby inlaid. Coupled with small and exquisite red coral earrings and ruby bracelets, she gave a vibe of festive and charming.
"Isn't this too gorgeous..." Because of Eldest Sister’s influence, most of Su Family's girls liked to dress up in a simple and elegant way. Looking at the red self in the bronze mirror, You Yin wasn't used to it.
Hearing her words, Han Li, who had already changed his clothes and washed up, came over. His eyes lit up. Standing outside the gauze tent, he smiled and said, "This way looks very pretty."
Standing behind Second Miss, Li Dong felt the sweet atmosphere between the newlyweds and silently lowered her head. Should she go out?
After breakfast, the two of them headed back to Wuliqiao in a carriage. The return home gifts were prepared long ago. After the young couple left, the servants of the house in the city also tidied up under Uncle Ge's command. Two gatekeepers were left behind as the rest moved back to the new home in Wuliqiao.
Back to in Su Family’s side, Mrs. Su got up early today to attend to matters. Although the children were brought up by Eldest Daughter, Mrs. Su felt out of sort now that her daughter was married. She feared that her daughter would be cold, hungry or wronged if she wasn't by her side. Her old mother's heart was about to break.
"Mother, please calm down!" Amused and helpless, You Jin pulled Mrs. Su to sit down: "You Yin only married into the house next door. She will come back for dinner in the future. You are worrying too much!"
On the eve of getting married, Han Li approached Mrs. Su and You Jin and mentioned to them the idea of not splitting up in the future. Mrs. Su was used to having a lively family, so how can there be any disagreements? It would be great if the two families live together as one family!
Seeing that the children in the family were covering their mouths and laughing at her, Mrs. Su meekly smiled a little: "Is Mother overreacting a little?"
"Mother, don't worry. Second Elder Sister should be here soon. If Mother acts too courteous, Second Elder Sister will think Mother is treating her as an outsider!" You Zhu walked up to Mrs. Su's side and grinningly squeezed her hand: "Second Elder Sister isn't an outsider, Mother. Why are you acting so reserved?"
"You’re sprouting a lot of nonsense!" Mrs. Su amusedly reached out to poke You Zhu's forehead. Still, she listened and sat down with her daughters in peace as they waited for the newly wedded to return home.
Seeing their mother like this, the other little ones found it even more amusing. Every one of them were giggling. When You Yin came in, she saw her younger sisters covering their mouths and chuckling. Her smile perked along with them : "What's so funny that made everyone so happy?"
"Second Elder Sister!" Seeing that she was back, little Eighth rushed to her side first and hugged her. Then she turned her fleshy little hands to Han Li: "Elder Brother-in-law, red envelope!"
Due to little Eighth's actions, You Yin’s jade face turned red: "Little Eighth! You’re being naughty again!"
Usually, Han Li was reticent. However, there was a faint smile on his face today. He honestly took out the red envelopes from his pocket: "Red envelope."
It wasn’t only little Eighth. The other younger siblings under You Yin all received red envelopes. As for Mrs. Su and You Jin, they were the elders. Naturally, they gave a red envelope to the juniors.
The young couple knelt on the soft cushion and handed the teacup to Mrs. Su: "Mother, drink tea."
Mrs. Su first accepted her son-in-law’s one, took a sip and gave a red envelope. Then she took a sip of her second daughter's: "You are one family now. Whatever the matter in the future, you have to discuss it properly. Only when husband and wife are loving, the tray held at brow are level.”
"Yes, Daughter (Son-in-law) follows Mother (Mother-in-law)’s teachings."
After offering tea, You He-Liu Zhuo Ting couple also arrived with their almost two-year-old little Liang Yu.
Since Yue Wen Sheng entered Fu Academy to study, he became closer to Elder Brother-in-law Liu. When he knew that Elder Brother-in-law was coming, he hurriedly invited him away, saying that they were going to ask Mr. Chen for pointers.
"Wen Sheng is working harder now. He will achieve great things in the future!" Mrs. Song, who was also invited to the main courtyard to talk together, watched the two younger generations leave with a smile. Thinking that if Lin Yu and Lin Feng were by her side and had such brotherhood, the elderly felt a little bit down.
Mrs. Han, who was sitting at the bottom, heard her praise her son and curved her eyes with a smile: "Old Madam, please stop praising him. I can't stop worrying. This child will be sixteen in the blink of an eye and his marriage hasn't been set yet. Even when he is struggling to study, he’s short a person who can add clothing and serve water to him!"
"The child is still young. Do you want to be a grandmother at such a young age? Good Liang Yu, go and coax your maternal grandmother!" Sitting beside Mrs. Song, Mrs. Su’s smile never dropped from her face.
Little Liang Yu was almost two years old now. She can talk and walk. Hearing what her maternal grandaunt said, she staggeringly opened her arms and waddled toward Mrs. Han: "Maternal Grandmother hug~"
This caused everyone in the main hall to laugh in amusement.
"Aiyo! Maternal Grandmother's good child!" Mrs. Han received little Liang Yu and pecked her a few mouthfuls. With an embarrassed smile, she glared at Mrs. Su: "Elder Sister-in-law is getting better and better at teasing people now."
There was continuous laughter in the main courtyard. The servants outside were busy serving tea and snacks, preparing meals and drinks, and cleaning up the new house. It was so lively inside and out. Much more lively than during the New Year .
***
After marrying You Yin, Han Li discussed with You Jin and decided to gradually hand over the work in Chaxiang. From now on, he only needed to go to Chaxiang once a season. For the rest of the time, he stayed in Luohe Prefecture and prepared the new shop.
Han Li was most familiar with Su Family's tea business. In addition, Luohe Prefecture was a big place. There were many customers traveling from north and south. Initially, Sujiami mainly sold various types of honey, flower dew, and scented tea. But there were many good tea varieties in Chaxiang. After a discussion, the two decided to open another Sujiacha shop in Luohe Prefecture.
"Although you and I are considered one family now, the accounts still need to be clear." You Jin closed the account book and shared her thoughts with Han Li who was sitting across from her, "The goods are exclusively supplied by my Su Family. However, you have to worry about sales and customer sources. So, after deducting the cost, the ratio will only be 3:7. How about it? "
"5:5!" Han Li had no objection to You Jin's approach. He only increased Su Family's share by 20%. Whether it was the Sujiacha shop or the tea leaves, they were all prepared by You Jin. He knew that You Jin was doing it for You Yin and himself. That was why he didn't want to take too much share.
You Jin glanced at him in surprise. Then she lowered her head and opened the next account book. She responded, "Deal. Whatever you need for the early stage planning, just ask Uncle Song for support. Labor and money have already been prepared."
Han Li's actions were fast. In less than two weeks, he had everything ready. After You Zhu and You Bao’s coming-of-age 15th birthday on the third day of April and You Jin’s 17th birthday on eighth day of April, the new Sujiacha shop was smoothly opened on the 13th of April.
The price of tea sold in Su Family tea shop opened by Han Li ranges from one silver coin a jin to the highest five hundred liang a jin. There were a total of thirty one kinds of tea names hanging in front of the tea cabinet. A spectacular sight.
Most of the people in Dafeng liked tea. This included the ordinary people in the countryside. On special occasions, they have to prepare some tea to entertain guests at home. Although Sujiacha’s cheap tea was cheap, the quality was much better than the tea of the same price. In addition, tea leaves were things that can make a good few pots with a little bit. It was suitable for those who have a little money at home, but weren't willing to spend a lot of money on it to save face. That’s why business had been good since it opened.
The early spring sun quietly crept up the clear sky. The house, which was bustling until midnight, was still in deep silence. The servants seldom sleep until dawn. Now only one or two were busy cleaning up the mess from last night's wedding banquet.
Afraid of disturbing the newlyweds who had yet to make any movement in the main room, everyone’s footsteps were much lighter. The huge courtyard filled with wedding decorations remained silent. Only a few early spring birdsong entered the still quiet bridal room and disturbed the couple’s sleep.
"Hmm..." You Yin opened her somewhat heavy eyelids. Dazedly, she took in the somewhat unfamiliar environment she was in and felt the slight tingling pain coming from her lower body. The wild memories of last light’s tussle flooded into her mind like a tidal wave. The cosmetic-free little face looked rosy as if it was touched up with the finest rouge. A young maiden's virgin shyness feel was reduced by three points and instead became charming and delicate.
Although the man beside her had yet to open his eyes, he seemed to have noticed her movements. His vigorous and strong hands directly encircled the exquisite girl in his arms. His lips were inadvertently pressed against the young girl’s earlobe that was so red that it was about to bleed out. He murmured hoarsely: "We didn't rest until dawn, aren't you tired? Sleep with me for a while."
You Yin felt the hard body of a man completely different from hers hug her tightly and felt so ashamed that she wished she could dig a hole to hide in. How could she possibly obediently be hugged by him and sleep?
"Who said they have no strength last night? Now that we have had enough rest, how about we continue?" Hardness slowly tested the other party. Once the softness got used to it, he drove in, without giving the young woman any chance to resist.
"Ah! I didn’t. Don't..." Before the young woman could react, she was bullied by him again. She felt as if her limbs were zapped by an electric shock. The young woman can only be disarmed and surrender. Following the man's movements, she sank into the novel and exciting world that she experienced for the first time last night.
Li Dong and Auntie Song were guarding outside the main room and their ears couldn't help but turn slightly red. They took another ten steps away.
Auntie Song turned her head to look at the peach trees that had already budded in the yard and smiled. Spring was here. How wonderful!
***
On the third day return, You Yin acted cute and promised compensation before Han Li spared her to get up and wash up: “Today is return home day. If we’re late, who knows what the elders in the family will think!”
Holding two hairpins in front of the rhombic mirror, she compared them on her head. She put them down again and changed two more: "And you insist on messing. See how we’ll make a fool of ourselves then."
She never knew that this stuffy gourd would blush from holding hands before to be so clingy and toss so much. The past few days had been absurd and blush-arousing. She gently removed the hand that was still sticking to her body: "Don't mess. It's time for someone to come in a while."
Seeing his wife's blush and charming appearance, Han Li felt a rush of hotness rushing up. He let go of You Yin with a dry cough as if nothing had happened and turned around to go behind the screen to change clothes.
Outside, Li Dong and the two maidservants carrying water and handkerchiefs heard no movement in the room, knocked on the door a few times, and opened the door after getting Miss's response: "Servant will wait upon Miss on washing up."
She changed into a water-red coat skirt. A snow rabbit jacket was added on the outside. So that even if she went out, she wouldn’t be afraid of the blowing cold wind.
Standing behind Miss, Li Dong carefully rolled up Miss's long ink-like hair and said: "Miss's hair is growing better now."
As she spoke, her hand movement didn't stop. In a few strokes, she finished one cloud bun. It was then embellished with a red gold double fulfilling hairpin dotted with jade and ruby inlaid. Coupled with small and exquisite red coral earrings and ruby bracelets, she gave a vibe of festive and charming.
"Isn't this too gorgeous..." Because of Eldest Sister’s influence, most of Su Family's girls liked to dress up in a simple and elegant way. Looking at the red self in the bronze mirror, You Yin wasn't used to it.
Hearing her words, Han Li, who had already changed his clothes and washed up, came over. His eyes lit up. Standing outside the gauze tent, he smiled and said, "This way looks very pretty."
Standing behind Second Miss, Li Dong felt the sweet atmosphere between the newlyweds and silently lowered her head. Should she go out?
After breakfast, the two of them headed back to Wuliqiao in a carriage. The return home gifts were prepared long ago. After the young couple left, the servants of the house in the city also tidied up under Uncle Ge's command. Two gatekeepers were left behind as the rest moved back to the new home in Wuliqiao.
Back to in Su Family’s side, Mrs. Su got up early today to attend to matters. Although the children were brought up by Eldest Daughter, Mrs. Su felt out of sort now that her daughter was married. She feared that her daughter would be cold, hungry or wronged if she wasn't by her side. Her old mother's heart was about to break.
"Mother, please calm down!" Amused and helpless, You Jin pulled Mrs. Su to sit down: "You Yin only married into the house next door. She will come back for dinner in the future. You are worrying too much!"
On the eve of getting married, Han Li approached Mrs. Su and You Jin and mentioned to them the idea of not splitting up in the future. Mrs. Su was used to having a lively family, so how can there be any disagreements? It would be great if the two families live together as one family!
Seeing that the children in the family were covering their mouths and laughing at her, Mrs. Su meekly smiled a little: "Is Mother overreacting a little?"
"Mother, don't worry. Second Elder Sister should be here soon. If Mother acts too courteous, Second Elder Sister will think Mother is treating her as an outsider!" You Zhu walked up to Mrs. Su's side and grinningly squeezed her hand: "Second Elder Sister isn't an outsider, Mother. Why are you acting so reserved?"
"You’re sprouting a lot of nonsense!" Mrs. Su amusedly reached out to poke You Zhu's forehead. Still, she listened and sat down with her daughters in peace as they waited for the newly wedded to return home.
Seeing their mother like this, the other little ones found it even more amusing. Every one of them were giggling. When You Yin came in, she saw her younger sisters covering their mouths and chuckling. Her smile perked along with them : "What's so funny that made everyone so happy?"
"Second Elder Sister!" Seeing that she was back, little Eighth rushed to her side first and hugged her. Then she turned her fleshy little hands to Han Li: "Elder Brother-in-law, red envelope!"
Due to little Eighth's actions, You Yin’s jade face turned red: "Little Eighth! You’re being naughty again!"
Usually, Han Li was reticent. However, there was a faint smile on his face today. He honestly took out the red envelopes from his pocket: "Red envelope."
It wasn’t only little Eighth. The other younger siblings under You Yin all received red envelopes. As for Mrs. Su and You Jin, they were the elders. Naturally, they gave a red envelope to the juniors.
The young couple knelt on the soft cushion and handed the teacup to Mrs. Su: "Mother, drink tea."
Mrs. Su first accepted her son-in-law’s one, took a sip and gave a red envelope. Then she took a sip of her second daughter's: "You are one family now. Whatever the matter in the future, you have to discuss it properly. Only when husband and wife are loving, the tray held at brow are level.”
"Yes, Daughter (Son-in-law) follows Mother (Mother-in-law)’s teachings."
After offering tea, You He-Liu Zhuo Ting couple also arrived with their almost two-year-old little Liang Yu.
Since Yue Wen Sheng entered Fu Academy to study, he became closer to Elder Brother-in-law Liu. When he knew that Elder Brother-in-law was coming, he hurriedly invited him away, saying that they were going to ask Mr. Chen for pointers.
"Wen Sheng is working harder now. He will achieve great things in the future!" Mrs. Song, who was also invited to the main courtyard to talk together, watched the two younger generations leave with a smile. Thinking that if Lin Yu and Lin Feng were by her side and had such brotherhood, the elderly felt a little bit down.
Mrs. Han, who was sitting at the bottom, heard her praise her son and curved her eyes with a smile: "Old Madam, please stop praising him. I can't stop worrying. This child will be sixteen in the blink of an eye and his marriage hasn't been set yet. Even when he is struggling to study, he’s short a person who can add clothing and serve water to him!"
"The child is still young. Do you want to be a grandmother at such a young age? Good Liang Yu, go and coax your maternal grandmother!" Sitting beside Mrs. Song, Mrs. Su’s smile never dropped from her face.
Little Liang Yu was almost two years old now. She can talk and walk. Hearing what her maternal grandaunt said, she staggeringly opened her arms and waddled toward Mrs. Han: "Maternal Grandmother hug~"
This caused everyone in the main hall to laugh in amusement.
"Aiyo! Maternal Grandmother's good child!" Mrs. Han received little Liang Yu and pecked her a few mouthfuls. With an embarrassed smile, she glared at Mrs. Su: "Elder Sister-in-law is getting better and better at teasing people now."
There was continuous laughter in the main courtyard. The servants outside were busy serving tea and snacks, preparing meals and drinks, and cleaning up the new house. It was so lively inside and out. Much more lively than during the New Year .
***
After marrying You Yin, Han Li discussed with You Jin and decided to gradually hand over the work in Chaxiang. From now on, he only needed to go to Chaxiang once a season. For the rest of the time, he stayed in Luohe Prefecture and prepared the new shop.
Han Li was most familiar with Su Family's tea business. In addition, Luohe Prefecture was a big place. There were many customers traveling from north and south. Initially, Sujiami mainly sold various types of honey, flower dew, and scented tea. But there were many good tea varieties in Chaxiang. After a discussion, the two decided to open another Sujiacha shop in Luohe Prefecture.
"Although you and I are considered one family now, the accounts still need to be clear." You Jin closed the account book and shared her thoughts with Han Li who was sitting across from her, "The goods are exclusively supplied by my Su Family. However, you have to worry about sales and customer sources. So, after deducting the cost, the ratio will only be 3:7. How about it? "
"5:5!" Han Li had no objection to You Jin's approach. He only increased Su Family's share by 20%. Whether it was the Sujiacha shop or the tea leaves, they were all prepared by You Jin. He knew that You Jin was doing it for You Yin and himself. That was why he didn't want to take too much share.
You Jin glanced at him in surprise. Then she lowered her head and opened the next account book. She responded, "Deal. Whatever you need for the early stage planning, just ask Uncle Song for support. Labor and money have already been prepared."
Han Li's actions were fast. In less than two weeks, he had everything ready. After You Zhu and You Bao’s coming-of-age 15th birthday on the third day of April and You Jin’s 17th birthday on eighth day of April, the new Sujiacha shop was smoothly opened on the 13th of April.
The price of tea sold in Su Family tea shop opened by Han Li ranges from one silver coin a jin to the highest five hundred liang a jin. There were a total of thirty one kinds of tea names hanging in front of the tea cabinet. A spectacular sight.
Most of the people in Dafeng liked tea. This included the ordinary people in the countryside. On special occasions, they have to prepare some tea to entertain guests at home. Although Sujiacha’s cheap tea was cheap, the quality was much better than the tea of the same price. In addition, tea leaves were things that can make a good few pots with a little bit. It was suitable for those who have a little money at home, but weren't willing to spend a lot of money on it to save face. That’s why business had been good since it opened.
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