Chapter 21: The Betrothed Ye Family Are the Richest

Lin Qianqian came over and immediately said provocative remarks; Lin Meng didn't want to bother with her.

Seeing no one respond, Lin Qianqian wasn't annoyed and started talking to herself.

"Lin Meng, where have you been these past few days?"

"I'm going to Jing Shi in a few days, jealous? Jing Shi is even more prosperous than the Magic Capital, and I might even register my household there, you know? Getting household registration there is tough, by the way, did you register in the Magic Capital?"

Lin Qianqian knew Lin Meng couldn't possibly register in the Magic Capital, so she deliberately said those things to provoke her.

Lin Meng was watering flowers with her back to her; hearing that, she put down the watering can, turned and gave Lin Qianqian a glance.

At this moment, Lin Qianqian was arrogant like a victorious rooster, nostrils flared, truly believing she had flown up to a branch and turned into a phoenix.

"Oh, I forgot—you can't even get by in the Magic Capital, how could you possibly register? Hahaha..."

"In my opinion, the village is also quite nice, very suitable for you."

The undisguised mockery, in Lin Meng's view, made Lin Qianqian herself the biggest joke.

To prevent Lin Qianqian from performing a solo act with insufficient vigor, Lin Meng finally mustered patience and responded to her.

"Cousin, what are you going to Jing Shi for? Can I go with you?"

Lin Qianqian looked at Lin Meng with disdain, as if she were a country bumpkin.

"You? You owe so much money and haven't paid it back; I think you should cut back, go find a job to earn money, maybe you'll clear your debt in your lifetime. As for why I'm going to Jing Shi, why should I tell you?"

"What's the point of telling her? This matter can only be done secretly; after she truly marries into a wealthy family, I'll come back to piss her off."

Thinking this, Lin Qianqian's smile became even more radiant.

Lin Meng pursed her lips, not afraid of laughing until her face splits.

Want to steal this marriage chance? Dream on!

Seeing Lin Meng unable to utter a word for a long time, Lin Qianqian, finding it boring, left.

While there's still time, I should hurry and have my mother take her to the city for a makeover, get her hair done, and buy an outfit that can hold its own.

The Ye family, after all, is the top aristocratic clan in Jing Shi, the nation's richest; for their first meeting she can't dress too extravagantly, yet she can't lose face…

After Lin Qianqian left, Lin Meng continued to tend her yard as usual, paying no heed to the provocation, even feeling confident.

A little later, Lin Meng carried some fruit to the Village Head's home.

The old Village Head and his eldest grandson were having dinner; seeing Lin Meng arrive, the old Village Head insisted on adding another set of bowls and chopsticks so she could join them.

Lin Meng found it hard to refuse his kindness, so she agreed.

I heard today that a guest came to your house, driving a luxury car, and Lin Qianqian received them.

At the dinner table, Zhang Yufan chatted about this, and didn't forget to size up Lin Meng, wanting to see her reaction.

Lin Meng saw that Zhang Yufan was reminding her, so she thought and said:

"Just an unimportant person, no need to worry about."

Zhang Yufan stared for a moment, then lowered his head to eat.

"As long as you know about this, I'm just afraid you'll suffer a loss without realizing when."

Lin Meng thought to herself, this young fellow is actually quite nice.

The Village Head's household meals are indeed not good, further indicating that they really don't have much money.

Zhang Yufan graduated from an ordinary undergraduate program, plans to take the civil service exam, and currently has no income.

The grandfather and grandson live frugally, neither thinking of profiting from their position; in Lin Meng's view, their character is impeccable.

After finishing the meal, Lin Meng explained her purpose for coming.

Upon hearing this, the old Village Head understood that Lin Meng wanted to open a new grave, reburying her parents together in the village cemetery, and after thinking, he said:

"I approve this matter; I'll handle the ideological work with your great-uncle's side, and tomorrow I'll have people come dig—you just need to prepare."

Lin Meng sincerely thanked him:

"Thank you, Village Head Zhang; just dig the grave next to my grandfather's. If my uncles and aunts disagree and try to give you trouble, have them come find me—I won't be polite with them."

"I know you, girl, aren't afraid of them, but rumors are scary; our village folk love to gossip, so you must watch your reputation. Rest assured, even if Lin Jianyang is the richest in the village, this old man isn't afraid of him—he'll still give me some face."

Lin Meng nodded, was about to leave, then caught sight of things piled in the corner—a heap of cabbage.

"Village Head Zhang, why are all these cabbages piled here?"

Zhang Fengnian looked, and his face creased with wrinkles.

"Spring cabbage, planted a bit late, no one came to harvest; even if we hauled it to town to sell, it wouldn't sell. I plan to pickle them in a few days with Xiao Fan—if you like, take a couple back to make soup."

Upon hearing that, Lin Meng's mind sparked and she became interested.

"I'll take all these cabbages; let your grandson weigh them to calculate the cost."

What fine cabbage—buying it will let the old Village Head earn a bit; couldn't be better.

Zhang Fengnian thought he had misheard.

"Why buy so much cabbage? There are at least a hundred or so here, definitely five or six hundred catties."

"Village Head, I have a friend who recently asked me about this; she's now dealing in agricultural side products, and your cabbage quality is good—I'll help her collect it."

Zhang Fengnian now had no burden, and hurriedly, delighted, had Zhang Yufan come help.

Weighing took some time; by the time they arranged for Zhang Yufan to push the cart to transport the cabbage, the moon was already high.

Over six hundred catties of cabbage, the Village Head originally quoted two mao per catty, half the purchase price.

Lin Meng refused to take advantage, insisting on calculating at five mao per catty, and gave the old Village Head over three hundred yuan.

Zhang Yufan, while pushing the cart, furtively sized up Lin Meng.

Feeling his gaze, Lin Meng couldn't help but roll her eyes.

"If you have something to say, just say it; no need to keep sneaking glances at me."

Zhang Yufan gave an embarrassed dry laugh twice, then said:

"Well, I still want to remind you: your cousin seems to have sneaked into your house; this morning a luxury car was parked at your door, likely coming for you, but your cousin received them on your behalf."

Zhang Yu Fan didn't know exactly what was going on, but he was aware of Lin Qianqian's character, and couldn't help worrying that Lin Meng would suffer a hidden loss because of it.

Lin Meng heard the words, her heart warmed; this kid is really not bad, so she curled her lips and smiled, saying:

"I know, I'm very clear about what kind of people my uncle's family are; thank you for the reminder."

Zhang Yu Fan nodded and didn't continue the topic.

Upon arriving at Lin Meng's home, he bent over to move the cabbage.

Although Lin Meng repeatedly asked to do it herself, with the cart to be returned tomorrow, the young man simply refused, insisting on busying himself back and forth, exhausted and panting, he left without even taking a sip of tea, staggering away.

"The young man is quite good, down-to-earth and willing to work; he's indeed very suitable for a grassroots cadre—I wish him early success in getting ashore."

Lin Meng murmured, then tightly closed the courtyard gate, raised her hand and swept, storing all the big cabbages into her space.

With so much stuff entering the space, Ye Heng, who was resting, immediately noticed.

He quickly extended his mental power into the space, seeing one large cabbage after another lying on the ground, piled into small hills, quite a number, he couldn't help but let out a loud shout on the spot.

After reacting, he also felt he had seriously lost composure, and hastily covered his mouth out of guilt.

"Miss Lin... Lin Meng, what are these cabbages?"