[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-abandoned-woman-busy-farming":3,"chapter-abandoned-woman-busy-farming-abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-226":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Abandoned Woman Busy Farming",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},537741,790,"Chapter 226 - 226 226 Interested in You","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-226",226,"\u003Cp>Chapter 226: Chapter 226: Interested in You Chapter 226: Chapter 226: Interested in You Mr.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie and Yu Hongxiu knew that Bai Ruozhu and Du Zhongshu were in business together, and weren’t surprised at this revelation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Du Zhongshu was acting really insecure and jittery, as if he thought Bai Ruozhu was going to eat him alive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That piqued Yu Hongxiu’s curiosity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was intrigued by what could have transpired between Bai Ruozhu and this charming lad that had wiped the confident smirk right off his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu was too engrossed in her meal to notice Du Zhongshu’s reaction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she knew that Yu Hongxiu had misunderstood his behavior, she’d protest vehemently.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>All she wanted was to hand over the new formula for toothpaste to Du Zhongshu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was all!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was part of the agreement they had made during their previous collaboration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had actually prepared the new toothpaste batch a while back, but it had to be personally handed over to Du Zhongshu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Since he wasn’t in Anyuan Town, she’d to postpone the transfer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then when Du Zhongshu suddenly returned, Bai Ruozhu got busy again, and the matter slipped from her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She noted that Du Zhongshu hadn’t even bothered to remind her of the delay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Perhaps he was consumed by his studies, and let his business take a backseat?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon spotting Du Zhongshu engrossed in his meal, she momentarily mulled over these thoughts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wouldn’t studying in Beiyu City be more convenient for Du Zhongshu?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He could join the city’s Study Palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Given his family’s ties with the Residence City, he wouldn’t face any trouble getting admission into a prestigious educational institution.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What made him return to Anyuan Town?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He didn’t seem too bothered about business matters either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This was all very odd to her, but Bai Ruozhu chose not to dwell on it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It wasn’t her business to be meddling in other people’s affairs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After their meal, Bai Ruozhu handed over the new batch of toothpaste to Du Zhongshu, along with the new formula and detailed instructions for its preparation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon seeing the contents of the formula, Du Zhongshu superficially praised it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“An improved version indeed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Excellent, simply excellent!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, after his brief moment of praise, he quickly packed everything away and hurriedly bid farewell to Bai Ruozhu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu mused to herself, perhaps Mr.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie was piling on the homework.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe Du Zhongshu was afraid he wouldn’t be able to complete his assignments if he stayed any longer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With not much to do during her day, Yu Hongxiu was starved for some immediate gossip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She dragged Bai Ruozhu back to her room, dismissed her maids, and then quietly asked her, “Did you do something to upset poor Master Du?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He seems terrified of you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What?” Bai Ruozhu had no idea what Yu Hongxiu was getting at.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She admitted to reprimanding Du Zhongshu once upon a time, but that was ages ago, and he hadn’t shown any signs of fear towards her ever since.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, with Yu Hongxiu’s provocation, she started to recall that he indeed seemed to be avoiding her lately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu rubbed her chin thoughtfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Maybe he didn’t report the real accounts to me and gave me less than my share?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Is that why he looked so guilty when he saw me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Hongxiu stifled a laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Haha, you only have money in your eyes now.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu chuckled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Even if he did shortchange me, it doesn’t matter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I don’t care that much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, I can’t really fight the Du family, can I?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I don’t think Master Du is feeling guilty though.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems more like he’s scared of you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What did you do to him?” Yu Hongxiu playfully raised an eyebrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu widened her eyes in disbelief.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What are you talking about?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s as if I were a seductress preying on innocent men!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ever since he got back from Beiyu City, he’s been acting weird.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I’ve been trying to figure out why.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“An innocent man, huh?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That’s an interesting way to put it.” Yu Hongxiu giggled, a mischievous glint in her eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“He’s probably just trying to avoid any unnecessary rumors.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Bai Ruozhu thought it over, she felt there was some truth in it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her being a jilted woman or a widow and being frequently seen with him could indeed tarnish his reputation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“That makes sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I should avoid seeing him alone from now on, just to prevent any idle gossip.” Bai Ruozhu, not being old-fashioned, didn’t care much about her own reputation.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What bothered her was the thought of her family being shamed due to false rumors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“But…”, Yu Hongxiu let her voice trail off, very much like she was teasing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Bai Ruozhu gaze at her with expectant eyes, she finally shared her piece of gossip, grinning, “I’ve noticed Master Du stealing glances at you several times.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And once he notices that he’s been caught, he quickly looks away, appearing quite nervous.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What?!” Bai Ruozhu gasped in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What was Du Zhongshu up to, peeping at her while trying to avoid any rumors?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“I bet he’s quite conflicted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Could he be interested in you?” Yu Hongxiu, her eyes sparkling with mischief, was filled with a curiosity for all juicy gossip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Why on earth would he be?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Dengdeng’s father hasn’t vanished forever, and even if he had, I’m a widow with a child.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Who would have eyes for me?” Bai Ruozhu said, shrugging off the revelation with a laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yu Hongxiu’s mirth faded at this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She regretted pulling Bai Ruozhu’s leg.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t intend to remind her of her untold pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Taking Bai Ruozhu’s hand, she comforted her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“A catch like you is hard to come by.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If you decide to remarry, I’m positive there would be a long line of suitors.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu chuckled, “Regardless of how cordial we are, we have to be honest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You’re overdoing the flattery.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What’s so exaggerated about it?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Look at yourself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You know medicine, you’re a great cook, and even though you’re of marriageable age, you still have soft skin like a young maiden.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And your figure!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If I were a man, I’d be totally under your spell.” As she spoke, Yu Hongxiu slyly brushed against Bai Ruozhu’s chest, chuckling at her audacity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Outraged, Bai Ruozhu swooped at her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Watch yourself, you vixen!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I ought to tell Mr.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xie to discipline you.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two women burst into merry laughter, leaving the topic behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all the fun and chaos, Bai Ruozhu decided to head back to the West Courtyard.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She picked up Dengdeng to nurse him and whispered to the sweet, wide-eyed baby, “Dengdeng, do you know where your dad is?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Do you think he’ll ever come back?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Do you think he’s found another woman and will return to steal you away from me?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not knowing whether or not she was being heard, all Bai Ruozhu could see was Dengdeng passionately nursing, with no care in the world.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Pouting, Bai Ruozhu murmured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“If he doesn’t come back, should mommy find you a new dad?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As soon as the words left her lips, there was a sharp pain.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ouch!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed that the little troublemaker had bitten her!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though he had no teeth, his bite during feeding was pretty painful, considering how soft that part of the body was.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Annoyed, Bai Ruozhu gave his tiny butt a small smack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Behave, little rascal, or mum’s gonna starve you for a day!”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After saying that, she switched Dengdeng, nursing him on the other side and examined her injury.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Figures!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It had begun bleeding a little.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she hadn’t seen Dengdeng’s birth with her own eyes, and knew there was no chance of a mix-up, she would’ve suspected that he was not her child.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could he bite her so viciously?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu sighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seemed like her little rascal didn’t want her to remarry.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Poor her, she hadn’t even had her first kiss, and was she expected to wait for Chang Sheng, whose face she could barely recall?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>—-\u003C\u002Fp>",1335,"2026-05-30T14:08:51.304Z","2026-06-01T04:31:25.023Z",1,"novelbin.me","2f951df581ae3642e3ec3ed268717848e1f7074b7a96c7164b410e62efa00d0f","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-227","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-225",2707,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fabandoned-woman-busy-farming-cover.jpg"]