pjbooks Chapter 72 Putting her finger in his mouth
Chapter 72 Putting her finger in his mouth
Previously, the grandson liked Zhang Caixia and insisted on marrying her.
She thought that since her family had made money growing medicinal herbs, and her grandson liked it, she would help him fulfill his wish. Even though the matchmaker said the Zhang family wanted fifteen taels of silver as a bride price, she agreed.
However, Zhang Caixia ate lunch at home today, and no matter how she looked at her, she couldn't bring herself to like Zhang Caixia.
After saying that, Grandma Sun took out ten taels of silver and gave them to Zhao Taohua.
Although she was a little reluctant to spend the money, the thought of marrying Zhang Caixia and causing chaos in the family made her uneasy.
"Grandma, judging from her appearance, she's worth one ounce."
Zhao Taohua took a tael of silver from it, since judging faces does not require consuming spiritual energy.
Then, Zhao Taohua recalled Zhang Caixia's appearance and said:
"Miss Zhang has a narrow forehead and lacks foresight. She did not have a smooth early life. Her eyes are dull and she is not intelligent."
A slightly crooked nose indicates a dishonest nature, possibly selfishness, and untrustworthiness. Their fortunes in middle age are also not very good. Prominent cheekbones suggest a strong desire for control.
A pointed chin suggests an unstable life in old age.
Grandma Sun's temples throbbed with embarrassment upon hearing this. How could such a person be her granddaughter-in-law?
During the meal today, she realized that Zhang Caixia was somewhat foolish and quite domineering. If her grandson were to marry Zhang Caixia, she would definitely want to be the head of the household, and her grandson, with his personality, would definitely not be able to control her.
Before Grandma Sun arrived, she was only somewhat dissatisfied with Zhang Caixia. But after hearing Tao Hua's words, she immediately became determined that she could not accept Zhang Caixia as her granddaughter-in-law!
"Peach Blossom, thank you."
After saying that, Old Lady Sun hurriedly went back; she needed to find Matchmaker You to cancel the marriage.
Fortunately, no betrothal gifts have been given yet, and no formal engagement has been arranged, so there's still time for everything.
Zhao Taohua returned to the main room and opened the New Year's money given to her by Grandma Sun, only to find that it contained a tael of silver.
She rested her chin on her hand, pondering how much New Year's money she should give Shen Ming.
Suddenly, her gaze fell on the wolf pelts that the four spirits were busy making. With so many wolf pelts, it wouldn't be unreasonable for her to wrap more.
After preparing the New Year's money, Zhao Taohua continued to revise the handkerchief she was embroidering.
In the end, the more she tried to embroider it, the more ridiculous it became. She stared at the peach blossom, her eyes filled with frustration. How could it have turned out like this?
The durian spirit appeared behind her without her noticing: "Sister Zhao, what are you embroidering?"
"???"
Zhao Taohua stared at the peach blossoms on the bandage and thought to herself: Are they really that hard to recognize?
"Are they peach blossoms?"
Shen Ming's voice suddenly rang out from behind, startling Zhao Taohua, who accidentally pricked her finger with a needle.
"what!"
Zhao Taohua cried out in pain, and blood immediately oozed from the wound, one drop, two drops...
Zhao Taohua frowned in pain, but the next moment, Shen Ming grabbed her finger and put it in his mouth.
The warm embrace and moist touch sent shivers down Zhao Taohua's spine.
This was the first time she had such close contact with someone. Before she could even start to think, she immediately sensed a great deal of spiritual energy flowing into her body from between her fingers.
"!!!"
Instantly, Zhao Taohua became excited; so much spiritual energy!
Shen Ming gently sucked on the wound, and released his grip when he saw that the pain on Zhao Taohua's face had disappeared.
Zhao Taohua felt a sense of loss. They let go so quickly. She wanted to replenish her spiritual energy!
Last night, she observed the sky and discovered an unusual phenomenon: it seemed that Zhao Family Village was about to be hit by a hailstorm.
When she tried to observe more deeply to pinpoint the exact time, she found that her spiritual energy was insufficient!
Now, with a great deal of spiritual energy replenished from Shen Ming, Zhao Taohua was immediately filled with confidence in observing the celestial phenomena tonight. However, it would be even better if she could replenish some more spiritual energy!
Thinking about it, she reached out her finger and poked Shen Ming's lips. They were soft and warm, and it felt like her fingertip was poking Shen Ming's teeth.
"Peach Blossom Sister, is that you?"
Shen Ming was startled by Zhao Taohua's actions.
Zhao Taohua was brought back to her senses by his voice, and then realized that her actions just now were a bit perverted, so she quickly withdrew her fingers.
She quickly turned her back and explained, "Brother Shen Ming, your lips are quite beautiful, hehe."
When people are in a rush, they seem particularly busy.
As she cut the stitches and unwrapped the bandage, she haphazardly stuffed the handkerchief into her bosom.
Shen Ming stood behind her, watching her movements as the corners of his mouth slowly turned up.
"Peach Blossom, Shen Ming, dinner's ready!"
Fortunately, Qian's shouts came from the kitchen, and Zhao Taohua felt that she was saved.
Mrs. Qian prepared a table full of delicious food, and the four of them ate very happily.
Zhao Ershu picked up the wine jar and asked, "Shen Ming, do you drink?"
"Although I've never had a drink before, I'll have a little with you tonight, Uncle."
Zhao Ershu was delighted to hear Shen Ming's words. The boy didn't spoil the mood and immediately poured Shen Ming a bowl.
As they were eating, firecrackers suddenly went off one after another in the village, which meant that the family had finished their New Year's Eve dinner.
After Zhao Ershu finished the last bit of wine in his bowl, the Zhao family lit firecrackers. The firecrackers went off to bid farewell to the old year and welcome the new!
The crackling firecrackers illuminated the pitch-black night as if it were daytime.
Zhao Taohua covered her ears and grinned as she watched the firecrackers fly into the sky, her eyes sparkling with excitement and joy.
It's Chinese New Year! She's been in this world for almost half a year now, and she has loving and caring parents here!
Standing beside Zhao Taohua, Shen Ming truly felt the joy of the New Year for the first time.
The sound of firecrackers was deafening, echoing through the sky, and filled with her laughter.
Shen Ming silently watched her. She was wearing a pink cotton-padded jacket, and her face was flushed in the firelight.
"Peach Blossom, Shen Ming, here, this is your New Year's money. May it bless you both with good health and peace next year!"
Ms. Qian walked up behind them and called out, giving each of them a red envelope.
Zhao Taohua happily accepted it and said sweetly, "Thank you, Mother~"
Shen Ming stared blankly at the red envelope in Qian's hand, but did not reach out to take it.
"Aunt Qian, this is inappropriate. I'm here to have New Year's Eve dinner at your house, how can I take lucky money?"
Madam Qian directly stuffed the red envelope into his hand: "Your auntie gave this to you, so just take it. It's my blessing for you, so you can have good luck too!"
Upon hearing this, Shen Ming no longer refused, feeling a warm glow in his heart.
He can hardly remember the last time he received New Year's money.
Seeing that Madam Qian had left, and Zhao Ershu had finished setting off firecrackers and returned to his house in the courtyard, Zhao Taohua quietly took out a red envelope and grinned, saying:
"Brother Shenming, this is for you."
Without the light of the firecrackers, the courtyard was somewhat dark, and Shen Ming could not see very clearly.
He took the red envelope, held it in his hand, and asked, "What's this?"
"Here's your New Year's money~"
Upon hearing this, Shen Ming was both amused and exasperated, and he placed his large hand on the top of her head to ruffle her hair.
"New Year's money is given by elders to younger generations. Are you taking advantage of me?"
He calls me Brother Shenming every day, but tonight he actually gave me New Year's money?
Just then, Aunt Zheng's family next door set off firecrackers, and the firelight suddenly illuminated the night sky.
He then saw Zhao Taohua looking at him earnestly and saying, "That's not how it is. I just hope that Brother Shenming will have a smooth year ahead."
Let me tell you a secret: those who receive lucky money are blessed; lucky money actually has the power to ward off evil and bring good fortune.
"!!!"
Shen Ming stared at Zhao Taohua's face, his heart skipping a beat for a moment.