Chapter 99: Cunning and Disgusting

Chapter 99: Cunning and Disgusting

Lu Erbai didn't want Shu Yu to be looked down upon just because of her name, which could even affect the success of the shop.

The old lady immediately realized the seriousness of the matter. "Then, let's call her Ah Yu."

After saying that, she turned to look at Shu Yu, seeking her opinion.

Shu Yu naturally nodded. She wasn't opposed to the name "Er Ya," but it did cause some confusion. At first, she wasn't used to it. Sometimes when the old lady mentioned "Er Ya," she couldn't immediately react.

Later, it became even more troublesome because there were too many people in the neighboring villages with the same nickname. A couple of days ago, when she heard "Er Ya," she instinctively turned around and almost responded.

The old lady made the decision, "Alright, it's settled. I'll let your eldest brother and third brother know later."

Just as she finished speaking, the sound of children quarreling could be heard from outside.

Da Hu's serious tone was particularly distinct, "Da Bao, stop crying. You shouldn't ride the mule, it'll get hurt. You need to listen."

Da Bao sobbed, "You should call me 'brother'."

Da Hu was in a dilemma. You don't have any of the qualities of an older brother, so it's difficult to call you that.

Although Da Bao had been treating them well these past few days, he had also bullied them before, and Da Hu held grudges.

When Shu Yu was about to leave, she saw Da Hu's conflicted and melancholic expression.

Hmm, Da Hu... he should be sent to school. We may be poor, but we shouldn't neglect education. It's the right age for him to start studying.

Shu Yu decided that when she went to the county town tomorrow, she would inquire about it.

Early the next morning, Shu Yu went to knock on Lu Sanzhu's door and got the mule cart ready to go.

To her surprise, Da Niu came over just as she was preparing to leave.

"Er... Ah Yu, my father said I should go with you. After all, I'm a man and I have strength. If there's any heavy work in the shop, I can lend a hand. I'm familiar with the county town," Da Niu said. He felt a bit embarrassed after speaking, but yesterday when he returned home, his father told the whole family about Er Ya's plan to open a shop, which shocked them and left them speechless.

Who could have imagined that their uncle, who previously couldn't even walk due to leg pain, would now be able to rent a shop in the county town?

Anyway, they had discussed this matter for most of the night and went to bed very late.

Shu Yu didn't refuse Da Niu's kind offer. She had already thought about it before. If there was a shortage of manpower in the shop, she could ask Da Niu for help. In the few days they had spent together, Shu Yu was quite certain about Da Niu's character.

He was filial to his elders, cared for his younger siblings, attentive, and had a good sense of judgment.

Shu Yu invited him to sit on the mule cart, and they headed towards the village entrance together.

Lu Sanzhu stood at his doorstep, crossed his arms, and watched the cart depart. He snorted coldly, "Big brother is truly cunning. He knew that Er Bai's family was going to prosper, so he sent Da Niu to fawn over them. Disgusting."

He had his plans to go with Er Ya to the county town, hitching a ride, enjoying meals, and building relationships.

Now he had no chance at all. It was utterly disgusting.

Lu Sanzhu turned around resentfully and went back to sleep. After all, there were plenty of opportunities, and the mule cart was parked at their house.

Shu Yu and Da Niu soon arrived in the county town and first went to Ning Shui Street.

When Da Niu heard the name Ning Shui Street, he was startled and turned his head to ask, "Ah Yu, did you rent the shop on Ning Shui Street?"

"Yes," Shu Yu replied.

Da Niu couldn't help but raise an eyebrow. The rent in that area was not cheap.

However, as the cart continued further inside, his whole body stiffened. As far as he knew, the rent inside was even more expensive.

(End of this chapter)