The Wealthy Eldest Sister Rules Supreme

Chapter 344: Chapter 331: Gratitude

Zhuang Mingli arrived with a small bamboo basket of peaches early in the morning.

Zhuang Qingning hurriedly took them from him, “Next time if you bring something, let your second or third brother deliver it.”

“My health has improved a lot now, my parents said I’ve become stronger, it’s no trouble at all.” Zhuang Mingli said, his round face filling with a smile, “This is from Uncle, he said these are the last peaches of this year, they taste the sweetest and crunchiest. Knowing that Big Sister Ning likes crispy peaches, he asked me to bring some.”

Zhuang Mingli is the youngest child of Zhuang Yonghe and Mrs. He. Previously, because of his weak health, he spent his days relying on medicinal soups. Now his health has improved, Zhuang Yonghe and Mrs. He were reluctant to let him do any work, fearing that it would burden him. But a child that age couldn’t just stay at home all day playing. Seeing Zhuang Qingsui studying at home, they decided to send Zhuang Mingli to Zhuang Qingning’s house to study a few words everyday.

This way, Zhuang Mingli has something to do to pass the time, so he doesn’t get too bored staying at home all day. Additionally, now that the family is doing better financially, Zhuang Yonghe and Mrs. He desired to provide a better future for their children.

The problem was, Zhuang Mingliang, Zhuang Minghao, and Zhuang Mingjin didn’t love studying, they got sleepy just looking at books. So they hoped Zhuang Mingli would be different.

As for Zhuang Qingning, sometimes Zhuang Qingsui got bored studying at home alone. But now there was someone willing to study with him, who could also push him to study harder. Consequently, she agreed without hesitation.

Conveniently, Zhuang Mingli liked studying, and he was also good at it. Although he was two years younger than Zhuang Qingsui, his memory was excellent, and they got along great. So they agreed to study this way for now; once Zhuang Qingsui was ready to attend school and Zhuang Mingli found a suitable private school, they would reassess the situation.

“I was just thinking about asking your family for some more, it’s a nice coincidence that you brought some.” Zhuang Qingning picked up one of the peaches from the small bamboo basket and smelled the sweetness, laughing, “This scent, I can never get it right when I buy it from somewhere else. Only the ones from your uncle’s family are crunchy and sweet, they taste delicious.”

“I’m glad Big Sister Ning likes them.” Zhuang Mingli laughed, and he and Zhuang Qingsui pulled over the table, preparing paper and pens.

Zhuang Qingning then explained the book that Fan Wenxuan had made a copy for them, circled the new words, and had the two practice, while preparing to visit the workshops.

Before she could leave, a guest arrived.

“Master Chu?”

When Zhuang Qingning saw the person stepping off the carriage at the gate, she exclaimed startled, “Why are you here?”

“I came today to thank Miss Zhuang, so I came to visit and express my gratitude.” Chu Jinnian said calmly.

“Thank me?”

Zhuang Qingning looked even more surprised.

It was only after Chu Jinnian was led into the house and given a cup of tea by Zhuang Qingning did he softly say, “I came to thank Miss Zhuang because you previously helped my family’s teacher.”

Teacher?

Zhuang Qingning blinked, “You mean Mr. Fan?”

“Indeed.” Chu Jinnian nodded slightly, “Mr. Fan often gets confused, his age makes him forgetful, he can even forget how to get home after leaving. If not for Miss Zhuang’s help, the consequences would have been unthinkable.”

“Which is why I came here today to thank Miss Zhuang.”

Chu Jinnian stood up, bowed to Zhuang Qingning in thanks.

Zhuang Qingning returned his bow, “Master Chu exaggerates, it was just a simple act. I should have helped, you don’t need to dwell on it.”

“Also, Mr. Fan already came to thank us, there really is no need for Master Chu to thank us again.”

“There’s another reason why I came here today.” Chu Jinnian said.

“Please do tell.”

“These past few days, Mr. Fan often talked about the arrangement of the courtyard in Miss Zhuang’s house. He said several times that he wanted to arrange his own courtyard like this. So today, I came to disturb Miss Zhuang to have a look at the courtyard of the Zhuang residence and get some inspiration for our own.” Chu Jinnian answered.

She had originally thought Chu Jinnian had come to discuss some business with her, but it turned out he just wanted to visit her courtyard.

“It’s my pleasure, Master Chu. The courtyard is just a result of my casual decorations. If Master Chu doesn’t mind, feel free to take a look around.” Zhuang Qingning smiled and stood up, leading the way.

Chu Jinnian followed behind Zhuang Qingning.

The plants were lush, the flowers brightly colored, with a cat lazily licking its fur beneath the grape vine, and birds chirping occasionally from the trees.

It was indeed a very cozy and peaceful little rural courtyard.

Being here gave one a long-lost sense of serenity, making one feel much more relaxed.

Chu Jinnian deeply inhaled, and could even understand the reason why Fan Wenxuan praised this place.

Zhuang Qingsui and Zhuang Mingli were practicing their calligraphy in the courtyard. The two children, initially curious about Chu Jinnian’s arrival, were now completely focused on their practice.

“These are…” Chu Jinnian said apologetically, “I’ve interrupted your sister and brother.”

“No, not at all. This is my little sister, and this one is the son of a close family friend. Neither of them have attended school before, they’re just learning to write a few characters with me.” Zhuang Qingning replied with a smile.

“I’m not sure about Miss Zhuang’s plans, but Mr. Fan mentioned that you’re usually busy with managing the workshops and shops. You also find time to teach the two children, which seems very strenuous.”

“How about this? Mr. Fan is only teaching my younger brother at home, why not let him come every day to teach your siblings? In this way, Mr. Fan would be happy to have more students to teach, and my younger brother would enjoy having someone to study with. Miss Zhuang, what do you think?”

Chu Jinnian asked gently.

Zhuang Qingning blinked.

Fan Wenxuan had suggested this last time as well.

But he said when he had time.

Bearing in mind that he was someone else’s teacher, Zhuang Qingning understood that Fan Wenxuan was employed by others and often didn’t have control over his own time. Therefore, she didn’t take Fan Wenxuan’s words seriously and didn’t worry about it.

However, this time it was Master Chu, Master Fan’s employer, who was discussing it, and he was suggesting that it occur daily.

From her perspective, Zhuang Qingning would eagerly agree, as it would be beneficial for her family.

But…

“It would be too much trouble for Mr. Fan…” Zhuang Qingning hesitated to say..