Chapter 156 - Chapter 156: Chapter One-Hundred and Fifty-Six: Division of Labor
Chapter 156: Chapter One-Hundred and Fifty-Six: Division of Labor
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Hai Hua was also slightly worried about leaving the cooking to Mai Fen and Yun. “How about I stay and help wash the vegetables?” she offered.
Ji Fei chuckled, “Even Chairman Shi has to pick vegetables with us, so you don’t get to back out of it.”
Hai Hua sighed helplessly and asked, “Shi Nian, why don’t you stay and wash the vegetables?”
Shi Nian quickly waved his hand. “No, no. Yun Nan has always found me a hindrance when she cooks. I’d be better off doing something that’s within my ability.”
The others were surprised. They hadn’t thought Yun Nan really knew how to cook, but judging from Shi Nian’s words, she had cooked for him before. However, they thought Yun Nan only made simple meals when the couple was at home, so they didn’t think too much about it.
Yun Liu was shocked to see Yun Nan and the others when she came out. Tan Ning hadn’t informed her that the show would be inviting guests in advance. It was clear that Tan Ning didn’t know about this. She hadn’t expected the production team to really take the audience’s opinions into account.
Yun Liu wasn’t mentally prepared to meet Yun Nan and Shi Nian, so she hurriedly put on a defensive and pitiful mien. “Hey sis, Shi Nian, why are you two here?”
Shi Nian didn’t say anything. Yun Nan detachedly replied, “I’m here to see if Shi Xiu has caused any trouble.” After saying that, she looked away as if she didn’t want to talk any further.
Yun Liu’s eyes reddened again as she murmured, “You’re so nice to Shi Xiu.” Her hurt expression was enough for everyone to understand that Yun Nan treated this non-blood-related sister of hers very badly and caused her a lot of grievances.
Mai Fen didn’t want to bother with Shi Xiu any longer and urged, “It’ll be noon soon. It’ll be blazing hot out if you guys don’t go now. Be careful not to get sunburnt!”
Hearing this, Yun Liu hurriedly returned to her room to get sunblock spray before the group finally set out.
Yun Liu walked beside Shi Nian, and her heart beat wildly as she tried to engage him in small talk. “Shi Nian, how did you find the time to come here? Won’t participating in a show like this affect you?”
“Shi Xiu!” Shi Nian frowned and loudly chastised, “Can’t you watch your step when you’re walking?”
Shi Xiu turned around and saw Yun Liu walking beside Shi Nian and looking at him with adoration. She sighed under her breath, “She’s such an annoyance.”
She then merrily ran back and squeezed in between them, pushing Shi Xiu out of the way in the process. Shi Xiu looped her arm around Shi Nian’s and joked, “Grandpa, do you need help walking there?”
Shi Nian glared at her and huffed, “Up to you. Besides, you’ll beg for my help a lot in the future.”
Shi Xiu immediately beamed with joy. “Aye, aye, dear brother of mine. I’ll have you know, I’m very obedient, and my service is great!”
The two siblings talked and laughed as they walked on, forcing Yun Liu to the sidelines. Yan Tang, who had been walking with Shi Xiu before, deliberately slowed down so she could walk together with Yun Liu. She sighed and said, “Those two siblings have such a good relationship.”
Yun Liu didn’t speak. Yan Tang continued, “Shi Xiu’s sister-in-law also treats her well. She’s truly a lucky child. Children who grow up in such loving families lead good lives.” Yan Tang’s tone carried a hint of envy as she spoke.
She was an orphan and grew up alone; she was also often betrayed by the people close to her, so she didn’t trust interpersonal relationships, but now, she seemed to have found hope in Shi Xiu.
Yun Liu, however, thought Yan Tang was mocking her and sneered, “Yan Tang, you can’t even compare to me, so why must you come and take a dig at me? I know you all don’t like me. After all, who would want to miss out on a chance to curry favor with the rich and powerful?”
After saying that, she grabbed her tools and hurried after the rest of the group, leaving Yan Tang behind, on her own. Yan Tang was bewildered, ‘Did I say something wrong? Why is she so angry?
The harvesting process was broadcast live, and Shi Xiu was constantly on guard and stuck to Shi Nian’s side to prevent Yun Liu from getting close to her brother. However, she was also very excited; it was the first time she’d picked ripe vegetables and fruits. She was so thrilled she laughed and acted like a child. Her laughter filled the whole live broadcast.
[What’s there to get so delighted about? It’s just tomatoes. Why are you so excited?]
[This certainly illustrates the gap between the rich and poor. It’s funny seeing the princess come down from her pedestal; she’s actually so excited about such an ordinary thing.]
[So, people of all social classes should try to learn more about the world around them.]
[Isn’t this normal? We all know Little Shi Xiu comes from an extremely privileged background. She’s bound to be ignorant of the world’s hardships because she doesn’t need to know. However, now she’s a part of it; she’d quickly adapted and blended in with everyone! Don’t you think that’s a rare thing?]
[When I was a child, I was as happy as she was when I saw these cucumbers and tomatoes. I think she’s very authentic, and her happiness isn’t faked.]
[That’s right. She’s better than those young ladies who just stand at the edge of the fields and daren’t go in, isn’t that right? Those young ladies only know how to act coy and timid; she’s even afraid of insects and leaves.. So pretentious!]