Chen'er had never seen what his grandmother looked like when she was young, so the depiction of her in his writing must be how she appeared now, right?

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As soon as she thought of this, Tuoba Xian's cheeks became even more flushed.

“Where is that boy! I'll give him a good scolding when he gets back!” said Tuo Ba Xian.

Yang Ruqing smiled and said, "Alright, as long as Mother is willing, I won't say a single word, haha. Mother, you rest, I'm going to the backyard."

Yang Huazhong's efficiency was indeed high. In just a day and a half, he made two trips to Liujiacun village and personally found the head of the Liujiacun Opera Troupe to finalize the performance arrangements face-to-face.

Then the village head, accompanied by Yang Huazhong, went to Changping Village for a tour. After inspecting the surroundings of the village, he finally chose to build the stage under the old maple tree at the entrance of the village.

That place is flat with a wide view. The stage is built next to an old maple tree, making it sturdy and less likely to collapse.

There is a large open space in front of the stage, which can accommodate hundreds of villagers to watch the play.

After choosing a location, Yang Huazhong led the lead actor over to visit Yang Ruqing. Since it was Yang Ruqing who borrowed money, the lead actor arrived with gifts like "Wànjīnyóu" for New Year's greetings, not empty-handed.

Yang Ruqing then gave him a general overview of the number of days she would be performing, and mainly the pieces she would be singing.

I ordered six major plays and six short plays all at once. The short plays were mostly comedic and entertaining, while the major plays were celebratory and lively, and they all had to have a happy ending!

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Not only does the elder Mrs. Zou like to watch it, but also all the other women in the household, like her mother-in-law, aunts and grandmothers, enjoy it as well.

In addition, Yang Ruohqing also pre-paid half the fee to this troupe leader and promised that after the opera was finished, whoever played a role that received more applause would receive an additional bonus.

The squad leader, energized like he'd just eaten chicken blood, held onto half the advance payment and scurried back to rally his team. It was the 13th day of the first lunar month, with mild winter weather.

Yang Ruqing found two quilts and spread them out in the yard to dry in the sun. Even the brand-new bedding and pillowcases, which had never been slept on, were washed and hung out to dry in the yard.

A guest room was specially prepared for Old Mrs. Zuo. The room had a charcoal brazier to warm it up, and the gaps around the windows and doors were left open. This ensured that the temperature in the room was comfortable while also allowing for air circulation, preventing incidents like carbon monoxide poisoning.

"Sister, a few of us went to pick plum blossoms. We picked quite a lot, so I brought two bouquets over for you."

Yang Ruqing was busy in Laofuren's room, Xiaoduo happily came in.

The little girl held two bouquets of plum blossoms in her arms, one with pink buds and the other with white buds.

The plum blossoms complement her delicate face perfectly. She truly is a vision of beauty at twenty-eight, more beautiful than the flowers themselves.

“Oh, this plum blossom is so beautiful. All of it is for me?”

Yang Ruqing took the plum blossom from Xiao Duo's hand and examined it closely.

A faint fragrance lingered in the air, giving a refreshing coolness that felt like seeing pristine white snow. It invigorated both body and spirit, leaving one feeling refreshed and lightheaded.

"Well, these two bouquets are especially for you. There are some more at home too. I've put them up in my room, Xiaohua's room, and the main hall."

“I was also going to put plum blossoms in Mother’s house, but she didn't say anything. But Father said that these showy things shouldn't be put in his room, as they would disturb his sleep.”

“Mother said that Father is just such a man without sentiment, a rough fellow. She has gotten used to it, so let me send all these flowers to you.”

Little Duo's voice was crisp and her tone was fast, just like a songbird.

Yang Ruqing listened and smiled.

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"Our father is truly a man who doesn't understand romance, ah. Poor mother, but in her own words, she's used to it all her life. Vegetables, rice, oil, salt – that's also romantic, that's also wind, flowers, snow, and moon, right? Hahaha..."

Both sisters burst into laughter at the complaint.

After laughing, Xiaoduo asked Yang Ruqing, "Sister, where are you going to put these plum blossoms?" Let me know if you have any other text you'd like me to translate!

Yang Ruqing thought for a moment and said, “I think these plum blossoms can be divided into three parts. Left Lao Madam, my mother-in-law, and the baby's room would be perfect.”

Little Duo nodded, "Okay, sister, are you tidying up for Old Madam Zu? I'll help you!"

With Xiao Duo's help, Yang Ruqing tidied up much faster.

"Sister, about when will Old Madam Zuo arrive at our home?" Xiaoduo asked.

Yang Ruqing thought for a moment and said, "If it's not tomorrow, it will definitely arrive the day after tomorrow."

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Xiaoduo said, “So, this means that Old Madam Zuo and Master Zuo will be spending the Lantern Festival with us this year, right?”

Yang Ruqing nodded, "Yes!"

Xiaoduo's eyes flashed, and she said, "Sister, is Lord Zuo still unmarried?"

“Well, not yet!” Yang Ruqing said.

"Sister, what do you think of Yu'er?" Xiaoduo winked at Yang Ruohua and said.

"Yu'er?" Yang Ruqing was taken aback.

Xia Duo said, "Yes, I think Yu'er is very beautiful. She looks pure and innocent. Although she has been with you from the south for almost three years now, I think Yu'er is different from the other girls in our village."

"What's a different approach?" Yang Ruqing asked deliberately.

Xiaoduo thought for a moment and said, "I can't really explain it. Let me put it this way, if we girls were the peonies and roses blooming on the grassland, then Yu'er would be like an orchid growing on the mountain peak, specifically on the shady side, clinging to a cliff."

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"She is pure and innocent, quiet and reserved, but she is also very honest. Although she doesn't talk much, we all like to be around her. We don't think she looks down on people; instead, we find her cool and composed personality quite refreshing."

After hearing Xiao Duo's words, Yang Ruoqing just smiled.

She couldn't tell Xiaoduo about Yu'er and everything Yu'er had been through.

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The one who possesses endurance is Jade, who despite the coldness and emptiness of today, still harbors a kind heart.

She is the Saintess of the Black Lotus Sect. To the vast number of believers in the Black Lotus Sect, the Saintess is their spiritual leader and solace.

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They are the bridge between them and the gods, so this bridge is bound to be deserted, with an ethereal air.

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"You, don't daydream about playing matchmaker between Master Zuò and Yù'er. That's impossible."

Yang Ruqing and Xia Duo are at this place.

"Why is that impossible? Yuer is sixteen now, the perfect age to get married. As for Master Zuo, well, he's three years older than my brother-in-law."

"He's unmarried and she's single, why not give it a shot?" Little Flower added.