Chapter 018: Father and Son's Night Talk (1) 2/2

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  Today is a great day for Deng Jie!

  First, he got rid of the awkward position in the government office, and then severely beat Ma Ying, not only for himself but also for his daughter-in-law to vent her anger. It was a refreshing move that made him feel proud and relieved. Now, he has just learned that his daughter-in-law is pregnant, which undoubtedly makes him even more excited and delighted.

  For people living in the late Eastern Han dynasty, there were three types of unfilial behavior, and having no descendants was the worst.

  This is a matter of great importance. The more branches and leaves that are spread out, the bigger the family will be, and the more prosperous it will become in the future.

  Now, prosperity is coming...

  Cao Nan's family, Cao Jing and his family, at this time in Deng Ji's eyes, are simply lucky stars.

  Sitting beside Cao Nan, tightly holding Cao Nan's small hand, Deng Jie grinned, silly smiling non-stop, unable to say a word. And the Cao couple felt equally delighted... their daughter was pregnant, naturally it was a huge good thing, how could they not feel happy?

  Wang Meng was also happy for the Cao family, as a good friend, he also hoped that the Cao family would become more and more prosperous.

  Only Cao Peng looked somewhat dull.

  In his previous life, he was an only child and didn't have a deep understanding of the bond between siblings.

  Since his rebirth, he has also been trying hard to blend in with this era. However, the time was too short! It was so short that he couldn't produce the kind of excitement that Cao Yu and his wife had.

  I'm going to be an uncle?

  Deng Jie is only twenty-three years old this year, and Cao Nan is only eighteen.

  If it were just a matter of age, Cao Peng really felt a bit awkward...

  However, everyone was happy and he wouldn't spoil the mood. A person sat under the eaves, with congratulatory voices and laughter occasionally reaching his ears... In Cao Peng's heart, a sense of joy gradually emerged. He leaned against the wall, closed his eyes, and quietly savored the warmth of this family.

  Having a home is wonderful!

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  In the evening, Old Deng returned from the county town.

  This is an old fox, he is very clear about what happened in Deng Village.

  As Deng Cai rose to power, Old Man Deng felt very uncomfortable. No wonder, Deng Cai was too overbearing and didn't know how to restrain himself. Old Man Deng wasn't a stubborn person, he also hoped that Deng Village could develop and grow stronger. However, he absolutely wouldn't hope for someone to touch his interests. If it were someone else who was clever, they might be arrogant but would definitely keep a bottom line... unfortunately, Deng Cai was an ignorant fool who didn't know the height of the sky or the thickness of the earth.

  Since getting into power, although on the surface they maintained respect for Lao Tai Gong, in their actions, however, they made Lao Tai Gong very unhappy.

  Deng Lao Taigong is not unclear about Cao's family situation!

  Deng Ji was his clansman, and in terms of generation, he was his clan grandson. Since the family's grandson married a blacksmith's daughter, Old Master Deng wouldn't have taken it to heart. But now, the blacksmith seemed to have turned over a new leaf... Although the old master wasn't clear about what was going on with the Cao family, he had also heard that Cao Peng visited Qu Zheng at the county yamen, and the county magistrate, who was supposed to be dignified, was actually being friendly towards the son of a blacksmith...

  Although there are twists and turns in this matter, Old Master Deng can still see through it.

  As for Deng Cai...

  The old man has put it out of his mind.

  Looking at Kuai Zheng's attitude, it can be seen that Deng Cai's status in the Kuai family is actually not very good.

  Deng Jie... This child is very honest and down-to-earth. Even if he gains power in the future, he will still be able to hold himself back. Such a person is truly talented for Deng Village. The old man's mind was as clear as a mirror, knowing who was better or worse, with his own set of accounts.

  So the old man returned to the village and immediately sent someone to congratulate him.

  Deng Jie, as a junior, couldn't help but go back and return the gift.

  Cao Peng was an outsider and still young, so he naturally stayed at home...

  "Brother-in-law, tell the old man that my father is a craftsman and won't occupy much land. Just give him a spacious place to settle down."

  As for the location, you can decide for yourself.

  I think Lao Taigong won't make things difficult for you either; if he gives you benefits, just agree.

  "This is not the time to be polite, the more generous you are, the more the old lady will appreciate you. If you hesitate and refuse, the old lady won't be happy... Think about your sister, think about my soon-to-be-born nephew! Brother-in-law, don't be a gentleman at this moment."

  Deng Jilian nodded repeatedly, indicating that he had already understood.

  As for this young man from a humble background, it's hard to figure out what he's really like.

  Being able to give a car to Pong Ji and Pong Yuan is enough to show that Cao Peng is not ordinary. Deng Jie is honest, but he's not stupid either. He smiled and said: "Ah Fu, don't worry, I know what I'm doing... I just discussed it with your father-in-law, there's a peach forest outside the village, the scenery is not bad, it's backed by thorny water, and it's close to Nan Jiu Village, the road is very convenient. In the early years, that place was the property of the Nieyang Zhang family, after the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom rebellion, the Zhang family gave up that land. There's a big courtyard over there, and the houses are already built...

  Although it's old and worn out, repairing it a bit would make it inhabitable.

  I'm going to buy that piece of land and then our whole family can move there.

  The old man didn't seem to care much about that piece of land either, probably wouldn't cost too much money. If he agrees, we can move in within six days at most."

  Neyang Zhangjia?

  Cao Peng had never heard of it!

  However, Deng Jie's residence was indeed a bit simple.

  It's not bad to change houses either. When the time comes, everyone will live together and take care of each other.

  Cao Peng was not familiar with the situation in Juye, so he couldn't possibly have any opinion on it. This matter would be handled by Deng Ji, no need for him to worry about it.

  Deng Ji prepared some gifts and then hastily left.

  Cao Peng returned to the house and saw Zhang Shi whispering to Cao Nan.

  It seems that the older sister is also very happy. A faint blush on her slightly pale face makes her look even more gentle and feminine.

  "Ah Fu, come here."

  When Cao Peng entered the house, Cao Nan smiled and beckoned him over.

  "Sister!"

  Cao Nan walked over to the couch and sat down beside him.

  "A Fu, seeing you come, sister is really happy."

  "Your sister told me everything about you. My Ah Fu has finally grown up and become sensible... I'm so happy in my heart."

  Looking at Cao Peng's frail appearance, a hint of crystal tears welled up in Cao Nan's eyes.

  As a mother, Zhang was also delighted... her son had made a good match and her daughter was going to be a mother too! How could she not be happy?

  That smile made Cao Peng's heart flutter!

  He gently grasped his sister's hand and said in a low voice: "Sister, don't worry! Our family's days will get better and better from now on."

  "Uh-huh!"

  Cao Nan was overjoyed and nodded repeatedly.

  "Just now your brother-in-law was boasting about you to me, saying that you have great courage and are a person who can accomplish great things."

  "A Fu, your brother-in-law is a simple man, only knowing how to work hard with his head down, not understanding human relationships. Your sister is just an ordinary housewife and can't help him much either. Now that you're here, please help him out... He's the kind of person who needs to be kept an eye on, otherwise he'll easily get taken advantage of."

  Cao Peng couldn't help but laugh.

  It can be seen that her brother-in-law's family is very loving, and her sister also likes this brother-in-law.

  That was enough for Cao Peng... As for Deng Ji? Cao Peng had never heard of him. In the Three Kingdoms era, where stars shone brightly and iron horses galloped with golden spears, there were many great heroes who stood out, but more numerous were the unknown small figures. Cao Peng didn't know what Deng Ji was capable of! But from his silently enduring Deng Cai's bullying and his diligent work in organizing household registrations, it seemed that Deng Ji was a practical person.

  "Sister, don't worry, I will."

  Outside, Wang Meng had prepared the horse carriage and was ready to set off on their journey.

  Cao Ju helped him pick up while complaining: "Big brother, Peng Er doesn't understand things, why do you have to listen to him?"

  "We've just arrived, and before we can even catch our breath, you're making us rush again... If I were to say it, don't mind what he says, take a couple of days off and then leave."

  Wang Meng glanced into the room and saw a dark face with a silly smile on it.

  "Brother, you can't say that!"

  Ah Fu is a knowledgeable person and will certainly achieve great things in the future. He asked me to return the car to Xiangyang, naturally having his own reasons.

  This isn't Zhongyang Town, we can't be too careful. In my opinion, Ah Fu must have his own thoughts, otherwise he wouldn't have rushed me to Xiangyang like that. You, today you were a bit too soft, don't do it again in the future... Ah Fu's health is not good, Ah Nan is also pregnant, and Master Gou is an honest man... This family needs someone to hold it up.

  Brother, you have to hold on from now on, talk more with Ah Fu and listen to his advice.

  "You should know that you are the master of this family. If you toughen up, this family will also toughen up. If you become soft, even if Ah Fu is capable, he won't be able to hold on."