The Country Maiden: Fields and Leisure-Chapter 1668 - 1662: Truths Spoken in Drunkenness

Wang Yongzhu imagines Wu Zhongbao’s previous cold attitude, it’s almost unimaginable. Now he’s actually picking up and dropping off every morning and afternoon.

He’s become the new model of a dutiful husband!

Thinking about this, she resolves to make time to visit the Embroidery Store to broaden her horizons.

Next, Shitou reports on the matters at the manor, mentioning that the wheat has matured. Experienced old farmers have sent word saying it should be harvested in the next couple of days.

Because Wang Yongzhu had previously sent word that she would bring officials from the Ministry of Agriculture to see the wheat after the yield increase,

Song Chongjin ordered that the harvest should wait until the people from the Capital City arrive.

Now the steward overseeing the manor has been urging repeatedly, warning that further delay would spoil the crop.

Wang Yongzhu understands this is currently the most important affair, and she seriously inquired about the situation at the manor.

After contemplating for a moment, she instructed: "If that’s the case, go to the manor early tomorrow morning and prepare. In the next day or two, I will bring the people from the Capital City to the manor."

"They undoubtedly want to personally supervise as the workers harvest, thresh, store, and weigh the crop. Just arrange for laborers to follow their instructions, do as they say!"

"And if those people inquire, have the workers answer honestly, there’s no need to hide anything."

Understanding the importance, Shitou agrees and goes off to make preparations.

Old Granny Zhang heard everything from the side, and knowing her daughter’s competence, she understands she can no longer assist in making decisions.

Thus, she refrains from speaking randomly, fearing she might complicate matters instead.

Seeing Shitou leave, she finally says: "Now that we’ve returned, tomorrow we should first prepare gifts for each family and have them delivered. Then pick a day to invite them over, have some drinks, to announce we’ve returned. Otherwise, you’ve been away for almost half a year, if you don’t make a splash, everyone’s likely to forget!"

Within Chicheng County, after years of grooming by Song Chongjin and Wang Yongzhu, most are quite clear-headed and stand with Song Chongjin.

However, there are always a few who aren’t clear-headed or have ulterior motives, constantly trying to prove themselves or set traps for Song Chongjin.

Logically, if Song Chongjin truly wanted to push them out, it wouldn’t be difficult.

Yet with such drastic changes in places like Chicheng County, if it truly became a one-man show, it wouldn’t be beneficial.

It’s better to leave these people, since they won’t cause much trouble.

Even when they stir up trouble, they merely appear as clowns, showcasing his tolerance.

The madams of these few also frequently speak sour words or indirect insults during gatherings of the officials and families in Chicheng County.

Wang Yongzhu has always been too indifferent to bother with them. Given their husbands have different stances, they naturally stand in opposition.

However, after half a year away from Chicheng County, it truly is time to declare her return.

Thus, the mother and daughter aren’t in a hurry to rest. While cooling off in the courtyard waiting for Song Chongjin, they discuss the details of the banquet to be held another day.

Not until the moon is high did Song Chongjin return, reeking of alcohol.

Staggering as someone supports him inside, he immediately spots Wang Yongzhu sitting in the courtyard.

He staggers over a few steps and plops down beside her, tilting his head to rest on her shoulder, pitifully saying, "Yongzhu, I feel terrible—"

As he speaks, he snuggles further into Wang Yongzhu’s embrace.

Old Granny Zhang nearly chokes on her water, holding back out of embarrassment.

The guards who escorted Song Chongjin back were quick to make themselves scarce upon seeing Song Chongjin lean against Wang Yongzhu.

Leaving only her as an elderly woman to witness such affection!

Not wishing to see more, Old Granny Zhang gets up abruptly, indignantly saying: "You young couple get affectionate, I am too old and can’t watch this! It strains my eyes! I’m going to rest in my room! Watching more will clog my heart by dinnertime tonight!"

Saying this, she quickly retreats to her room.

Wang Yongzhu is caught between tears and laughter.

Wanting to say something, Song Chongjin in her arms continues to nestle against her, unknowingly wrapping his arm around her waist.

Mumbling, he says: "Yongzhu, I’m thirsty—"

Wang Yongzhu helplessly takes her water cup and feeds him by hand.

Song Chongjin regains slight clarity, ambiguously saying: "Yongzhu, I’m happy today! Do you know? I am truly happy!"

Wang Yongzhu gently presses on his temples to make him feel more comfortable.

Song Chongjin closes his eyes, his frown slowly relaxing.

"I know, you’re happy! What you’ve planned for so many years is finally beginning!" Wang Yongzhu whispers.

Song Chongjin chuckles softly: "Yongzhu, rest assured! Once this is accomplished, the Duke Weiguo Residence will never be able to suppress us anymore! I won’t let you suffer anymore! Nor will I allow Song Hong to take advantage of his rank and position to target you anymore!"

As he speaks, Song Chongjin’s eyes redden, a tear flows from the corner: "Yongzhu, I’m sorry! It’s my fault for making you suffer in the Capital City! I didn’t protect you! It won’t happen in the future! No one can wrong you anymore—"

Wang Yongzhu’s hand pressing his temples pauses, looking down at him with a complex expression.

After a long while, she bends down to gently kiss the corner of his eye, whispering: "Since you know you’ve wronged me! You better treat me well in the future!"

Not knowing if he heard, Song Chongjin heavily "hmm—" then sank into a deep sleep.

Wang Yongzhu looks around the courtyard, finding everyone had tactfully stepped aside, leaving only the two of them.

Thankfully, she possesses some strength, otherwise, any dainty woman would be in trouble with her husband drunk like a bag of mud.

Comments aside, Wang Yongzhu flexes her wrist, then cradles Song Chongjin, looping an arm under his armpit and hooking his leg, effortlessly lifting him.

She bounces him slightly, realizing he seems lighter, likely due to months of poor meals leading to weight loss. She resolves to urge him to eat more; a man too thin has no presence!

Luckily, no one is around the courtyard, otherwise they’d be shocked by a petite woman princess-carrying a tall man like a large cabbage.

Carrying Song Chongjin inside, the room has hot water, still retaining warmth.

She quickly cleans him up and changes him into a loose robe, unfazed without breaking a sweat.

Fearing he’ll thirst at night, she prepares warm tea and rinse water, finally resting beside him, closing her eyes.