[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-abandoned-woman-busy-farming":3,"chapter-abandoned-woman-busy-farming-abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-65":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},537480,790,"Chapter 65 - 65 065 Ugly Behaviour at the Dining Table","abandoned-woman-busy-farming-chapter-65",65,"\u003Cp>Chapter 65: Chapter 065: Ugly Behaviour at the Dining Table Chapter 65: Chapter 065: Ugly Behaviour at the Dining Table Upon hearing these words, Bai Ruozhu’s face darkened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This Wang Family really knew how to seize an opportunity to belittle the second family of the Bai’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In front of guests, they described her father as illiterate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As fiercely protective as Bai Ruozhu was, how could she tolerate this?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Look at what my aunt has said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, my brothers benefited greatly from our grandfather’s initiation into education.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, what my father usually teaches us concerns the principles of being a person.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Otherwise, how could we walk on the right path and conduct ourselves honestly?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This is irrelevant to whether or not one has been to school.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this village, there are many illiterate households, but there are also many decent families.” Bai Ruozhu said, her face carrying a smile, her voice soft.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her words flowed effortlessly as if she was not rebutting her aunt, but merely discussing a simple fact.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In this situation, she must respect the difference in seniority.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was inappropriate for Bai Ruozhu to argue directly with the elder Wang before the guests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Of course, my father also received his early education from my grandfather.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although he does not have the same academic abilities as uncle, he is not entirely illiterate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When my father teaches us, he always says that these are what grandfather taught.” Bai Ruozhu added with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Wang Family had some cunning ways.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>First, they brought out the old master of the Bai Family, then degraded Bai Yihong, if Bai Ruozhu and her family were in a hurry to defend Bai Yihong, it could potentially sound like they were criticizing their grandfather for his upbringing of Er Lang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Regrettably, Bai Ruozhu didn’t fall for their trap.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She responded in a manner that both defended her father and honoured her grandfather, without leaving any room for criticism.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Bai Zehao called Er Lang over for a meal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them heard Bai Ruozhu’s words very clearly and secretly nodded in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even Er Lang, who usually overanalyzes things, looked at Bai Ruozhu with a hint of admiration in his eyes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Wang Family heard Bai Ruozhu emphasized the words “scholar”, and they were so infuriated that their teeth chattered noisily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet they ultimately bore it due to the guests present, especially those who had come bearing cartloads of gifts, they forced themselves to swallow their anger.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Liliang immediately followed up with a light-hearted comment, saying: “Just by observing your children, one can see that Bai indeed understands more than I do.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I have never read a book in my life and should learn more from Bai in the future.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Zepei shot a quick glance at Zhang Liliang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had been studying in the house, not serving the guests, but that didn’t mean he wasn’t aware of what was happening.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, he found himself fond of Zhang Liliang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He first entered the room to pay respects to Old Lady Bai, greeted the guests, then took his seat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile, the Wang Family was still stewing, seeing Er Lang’s detached manner, and unwillingness to engage with her, they sourly said: “Er Lang, you have become so engrossed in your studies that you don’t even recognize people anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Isn’t it so?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Do you even neglect your aunt?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Can you really pass the rural examination by studying so obsessively?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lin Pingr couldn’t stand it anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Initially, she didn’t want to argue with the Wang Family because of the presence of the guests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But she didn’t expect them to insult her son like that.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“What is my sister-in-law implying?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whether he can pass or not, we’ll know after the rural examination, won’t we?”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Wang Family wanted to say something else, but the old lady from the side subtly nudged them with her elbow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Only then did the Wang Family remember the main purpose of the day and swallow their words.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Yihong gave an apologetic smile to Zhang Liliang, saying, “Since everyone has arrived, let’s start eating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang, please don’t be shy, make yourself at home.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He then directly served Zhang Liliang a chopstick full of Braised Pork with Sour Vegetables, which Zhang Liliang had brought along himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Old Lady watched as two large pieces of meat were taken away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heart pained seeing such choice pieces of meat being taken off the plate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There was a limited amount to begin with, and she counted them all and there were total Twelve pieces.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On thinking this, Old Lady Bai immediately became sullen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking that her second son wasn’t worth her affection – when she didn’t pay him any attention, she missed out on everything, unlike others who knew to serve her meat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As everyone began to eat, Old Lady Bai’s eyes turned fierce.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She began to fiercely serve up the meat into her own bowl, taking three large pieces of Braised Pork with Sour Vegetables in one serving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she began hastily stuffing her mouth full of meat, leaving no time for rice, as if she were afraid that the meat would disappear if she ate too slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally, those who were still serving themselves were stunned by her actions.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mainly because she was eating so quickly, her mouth made loud smacking noises.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was truly a gruesome sight.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu’s mouth twitched.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her grandmother had married her scholarly grandfather who valued propriety, and yet she still hadn’t absorbed any of his refined manners even after decades together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Looking at her behaviour, the Zhang family members didn’t dare to continue eating, afraid of upsetting her if they consumed too much.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Zhang Liliang simply finished the food in his bowl and started drinking with Bai Yihong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rongrong sat next to Bai Ruozhu, her big eyes sneakily darting towards the Braised Pork with Sour Vegetables, yet she did not extend her chopsticks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even though the Zhangs loved their daughter dearly, they rarely served her meat dishes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Plus, the dish Bai Ruozhu had prepared was especially delicious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It would be strange if Rongrong wasn’t tempted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, being the well-behaved child she was, she observed that her parents had yet to make a move and, despite her desire to eat, she restrained herself from reaching out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu silently sighed, intending to get a piece of meat for Rongrong.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the moment she caught hold of a piece with her chopsticks, it was taken by the Old Lady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Ruozhu, you’re nearing labor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Don’t eat such greasy foods.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Be careful, it might be difficult to digest.” Old Lady Bai said with a wide greasy grin, her teeth covered in oil and soy sauce stains.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She spoke with her mouth full, making her words incomprehensible.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It even allowed everyone to get a glimpse of the food in her mouth.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A feeling of nausea washed over Bai Ruozhu, who then loosened her grip on the chopsticks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You eat it, Grandma.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking that Bai Ruozhu was no longer interested in the piece, Old Lady Bai was exuberant as the meat piece went over to her side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before she had even celebrated for long, Bai Ruozhu grabbed another piece, which upset the old lady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She desired to reprimand Bai Ruozhu, however, she then saw Bai Ruozhu placing the meat in Rongrong’s bowl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu didn’t feel like feeding Rongrong the piece Old Lady Bai had touched with her chopsticks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hence, she quickly scraped out another chunk, not bothering to contend with the old lady.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“Sister, I-I won’t eat,” Rongrong said quietly, after hastily glancing at Old Lady Bai.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu gently patted Rongrong’s head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>“You’re still growing, so you should eat something good.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Eat it now and don’t disobey your sister’s orders.”\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying this, she reached out her chopsticks towards another dish, grabbing Chinese sausage off that place and putting it in Rongrong’s bowl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sniffing, Rongrong clearly felt Bai Ruozhu’s kindness towards her.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She nodded, keeping her head down as she started eating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Old Lady Bai was feeling extremely displeased.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>People were saying they didn’t want to eat and yet Bai Ruozhu still served them more food.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Wasn’t that just because they have money and she is keen to fawn on them?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu was unaware of her grandmother’s thoughts, and even if she did know, she would have dismissed them out of hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She signaled her mother, who also began serving Rongrong’s mother dishes, ensuring the guests were not slighted, regardless of Old Lady Bai’s embarrassing behaviour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Wang Family also completely ignored the guests, only caring for themselves as they helped themselves to more meat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, they were conscious of their appearance, as they usually liked to be well-dressed, so they weren’t as scary as Old Lady Bai.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Even so, their disgruntled expression made them seem as though they were owed a lot of money by the meal they were eating, which made others uncomfortable to look at them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Bai Ruozhu sighed, thinking to herself that a good meal was ruined by these two 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