[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-good-life":3,"chapter-siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-good-life-siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-chapter-121":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"chinese","Courtyard House: A Salted Fish's Good Life",{"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},2104134,3398,"Chapter 121","siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-chapter-121",121,"\u003Cp>Every time, many aunts and older women rushed to introduce partners to Cao Cao Weiguo.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Upon learning that Cao Cao Weiguo was already married, many elderly people looking for sons-in-law sighed in regret.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Director Cao, you’re here so early today!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A woman carrying a shovel greeted him with a smile by the field.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo’s eyes lit up when he saw the woman; her name was Li Li Xiuxia.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>She had a good figure, an oval face, phoenix eyes, and a pretty appearance.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>She was wearing black pants and a thin blue women’s shirt, the curves of her chest quite striking.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo replied with a smile: \"The weather is hot, so I came out early to cool off.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia said with a smile: \"That’s true, it’s getting hotter and hotter.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said: \"Sister Li, I have to go to the brigade; let’s chat when we have time.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia hurriedly said: \"I caught a wild chicken; do you want it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said: \"If it’s alive, I’ll take it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia said happily: \"It’s alive and very energetic; I’ll go home and get it for you right now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A wild chicken was worth one Brother Yuan and fifty cents, enough to feed her for several days.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia was 24 years old, and her husband had passed away from illness two years ago.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Her in-laws blamed Li Li Xiuxia for \"cursing\" her husband and drove her back to her maiden home.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Her father had passed away early, and only her mother and a younger sister were left at her maiden home.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia had to support three people by herself, so even eating mixed flour was a struggle.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo knew the situation of Li Li Xiuxia’s family: \"No rush, just bring it when I’m about to leave.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>After a few words, Cao Cao Weiguo rode his bike to the brigade.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Village Chief Li Li Dazhu had already brought the accountant and others to wait.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Many villagers also brought things to the brigade, waiting for Cao Cao Weiguo to weigh and settle the accounts.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Director Cao is here!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Seeing Cao Cao Weiguo’s figure, the villagers were happy.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This is a living God of Wealth!\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Once he arrived, the brigade’s courtyard immediately became busy.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo checked them one by one, and only those that met the standards were weighed.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>After the accountant registered them, Cao Cao Weiguo settled the accounts on the spot.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This decisive and straightforward manner made the villagers very happy.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>In the past, when purchasing agents came to the countryside, settling payments was a real struggle.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The longest could drag on for seven or eight months, and the fastest would take one or two months.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Director Cao, I heard you like old objects.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"See if you like this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>While loading the sacks, the accountant sneaked over.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo’s heart trembled when he saw the incense burner in the accountant’s hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Exquisite casting, warm patina, thick body, inner treasure...\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"This bronze furnace looks good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo took the incense burner and began to observe it carefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The incense burner was made of bronze, the body was regular in shape, with double elephant ears on both sides... the patina was steady, the color elegant, thick yet delicate.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The bottom was inscribed with \"Xuande Sixth Year Li Yuzuo Made\" in regular script.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo had already confirmed that this was a Xuande furnace.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The Xuande furnace was the first bronze ware in Chinese history cast using brass, and the Xuande Emperor of the Ming Dynasty had personally supervised it.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This Xuande furnace was in perfect condition and exquisitely cast; even if it were auctioned abroad now, it would be worth a fortune.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said: \"How much money does Accountant Li want for it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Accountant Li said in a low voice: \"Is ten Brother Yuan okay?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo hesitated and pondered; this price wasn't high, but he didn't agree immediately.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Accountant Li stood nervously to the side, regretting asking for such a high price.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Asking for ten Brother Yuan for an old bronze furnace made him feel guilty.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said: \"I quite like this bronze furnace, but ten Brother Yuan...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Accountant Li hurriedly said: \"How about eight Brother Yuan?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo nodded: \"Alright then.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Accountant Li was overjoyed; a bronze furnace for eight Brother Yuan.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>He thought to himself that city people are truly foolish and rich.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This kind of thing can't be eaten or drunk; what’s the use of it.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>In this day and age, no treasure is as practical as steamed buns and pork.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Just then, Li Li Xiuxia came over carrying a brown pheasant:\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Director Cao, you like old furnaces? My family has one too; do you want it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo was overjoyed when he heard this; what a good day it was.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Double happiness!\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo said: \"Is it the same kind?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia thought for a moment and said: \"The one at my house has three legs.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>This sentence made Cao Cao Weiguo’s heart jump wildly.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>A three-legged incense burner!\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo couldn't wait: \"Can you take me to see it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia said: \"Why not, but look at this wild chicken first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo readily took out one Brother Yuan and fifty cents: \"It’s quite plump; I’ll take it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia was overjoyed to receive the money, and Cao Cao Weiguo placed the pheasant in the corner.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>He found Village Chief Li Li Dazhu and told him the truck for the goods would arrive soon.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Then he left the brigade with Li Li Xiuxia.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Dazhu leaned over to the accountant and asked: \"Where did Director Cao and Li Li Xiuxia go?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Accountant Li laughed wickedly: \"What else could they be doing? I think Li Li Xiuxia has hooked up with Director Cao.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>What about her family having a bronze furnace, and what about three legs.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Her family is so poor they can't even find a four-legged chair.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Where would they get a bronze furnace.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Nine times out of ten, she took a fancy to Cao Cao Weiguo and is looking for a provider.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Dazhu laughed: \"No wonder Li Li Xiuxia hasn't remarried; it turns out her standards are high, and she doesn't even look at farmers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia has good looks and a good figure, and there are many men who want to marry her.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>But after being driven back by her in-laws, she stayed at home and never remarried.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Which made many men sigh in regret.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Leaving the brigade, Cao Cao Weiguo followed behind Li Li Xiuxia.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>His eyes couldn't help but fall on her shapely parts, and his heart felt hot.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia’s figure was no less impressive than Qin Qin Huairu’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Although her skin was a bit rough from years of working in the fields and being exposed to the wind and sun.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>But Li Li Xiuxia had the advantage of youth, her features were pretty, and her figure was even better.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>\"Have you seen enough?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Halfway there, Li Li Xiuxia suddenly turned around, blushing as she glared at Cao Cao Weiguo.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Cao Cao Weiguo was thick-skinned: \"Ah! What did Sister Li say?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Li Li Xiuxia rolled her eyes: \"I’m not talking to you, walk faster.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Following Li Li Xiuxia to her home, the courtyard was dilapidated but kept clean.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Entering the room, it was truly bare, without a single piece of intact furniture.\u003C\u002Fp>",1262,"2026-06-16T06:49:19.248Z","2026-06-17T08:52:03.356Z",1,"Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite","c255239351eb1cdab90e29b0ed9bb6fe56c9617660b76bac1603b0c77649332f","siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-chapter-122","siheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-beautiful-life-chapter-120",843,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fsiheyuan-the-salted-fish-s-good-life-cover.jpg"]