Chapter 508: Chapter 508: Up to Which Step
 

Liu Zhi’er watched Ms. Wang’s proud face as she walked away, staying silent for a while before whispering to Liu Sisi.

“Sisi, Second Sister has something she’d like to discuss with you.”

“I thought you wanted to do something else?”

Liu Sisi playfully glanced at her, then took her hand: “Second Sister, we are sisters. If you have something to say, just say it. There’s no need to be so formal.”

Liu Zhi’er smiled shyly, her head lowered: “Sisi, Second Sister wants to use the empty shop outside to open a small shop selling dumplings and wontons…”

She had been thinking about this for a long time.

Liu Sisi rented the shop outside, intending to do some small business, but her body was becoming increasingly heavy, and she had no energy to manage a small shop due to all the recent troubles.

But Liu Zhi’er was different.

Although she had failed to find San Mao on her journey with Zuo Xingyu, the money spent on the trip had already consumed most of her small savings from before.

She was anxious but had no way to make money, so when she saw the shop outside empty, she decided to talk to Liu Sisi.

Her words finally put Liu Sisi at ease!

“That’s great! I’ve been wanting to discuss this with you but was worried about burdening you since you’re still recovering. Selling dumplings and wontons is a good idea, it doesn’t require much investment, and there won’t be much waste. We can see the profits the same day we invest. It’s perfect!”

Liu Sisi praised Liu Zhi’er continuously, fearing that she might back out.

Actually, Liu Zhi’er’s personality was quite similar to hers – seemingly easygoing on the outside, but quite strong-willed on the inside.

Even while living in the Di family, she tried to find work to do, such as making spring shirts for the Di family members.

Teaching someone to fish is better than giving them fish!

From the beginning, Liu Sisi had intended to let Liu Zhi’er run the shop, but the timing had to be right for her to mention it.

And now, the time was finally right!

“Sisi, do you really think selling dumplings and wontons is a good idea? The town is small, and there don’t seem to be many people. Can we really make money?”

Liu Zhi’er finally felt relieved after receiving Sisi’s support but still had some doubts.

“Who said you’d only sell dumplings and wontons? You could also sell buns, steamed buns, steamed dumplings, soy milk, fried dough sticks, and more. If we can’t sell everything, there are so many mouths to feed at home, including Ah-Hua and Ah-Huang, who eat a lot.”

That’s right! With so many people at home, there was no risk of losing anything, and Liu Zhi’er finally felt at ease.

“Alright, Sisi, I will go make preparations now and try to open the shop as soon as possible.”

Eager to get started, Liu Zhi’er, with a joyful face, turned to leave.

“Wait! Call Granny Hu. I remember her mentioning that her family used to sell dumplings and wontons when she was young. See what you need to buy and let her help you.”

“Okay!”

Liu Zhi’er happily left the room.

Liu Sisi thought for a moment, then looked back at Elderly Mr. Di, who was still sitting in the hall, lost in thought. It was clear that his mind had already wandered far away.

She couldn’t help but chuckle!

Was he thinking about Ms. Zhao in Upper Village?

Who knows what she’s doing now? And how far along is she!

She called YingEr and Da Mao, told Mr. Di she was leaving, and then led the two children out the door.

Before leaving, she specifically instructed Old Cheng to prepare the carriage so that it would be convenient if the Old Master needed it.

YingEr is now five and a half years old, chattering non-stop like a little sparrow, startling Da Mao, who is just over four years old.

Nowadays, YingEr is no longer as clingy to Liu Sisi as she was when she was young. Ever since Da Mao came to their home, she seemed to have found a playmate, sticking with him all day long except for sleeping. And now, with the addition of the two little maids, Xue Yi and Xue Lan, things have gotten even messier.

For example, right now!

“Da Mao, did you hear that? Why don’t you say something? Da Mao, are you playing deaf and dumb again? Answer quickly…” YingEr gestured at Da Mao endlessly.

Da Mao took a while to utter a sentence: “What did you say? What?”

YingEr was infuriated!

“Well, Da Mao, you didn’t hear a thing I just said for ages, did you? Xue Lan, you’re not allowed to make his bed tonight, let him do it himself, do you hear?”

“Yes, yes…”

Xue Lan beside her hesitantly agreed.

Liu Sisi couldn’t help but shake her head: “YingEr, why do you always bully Da Mao? That’s not good, Mom didn’t teach you that.”

“I didn’t bully him; he is just too dumb and unwilling to speak. I am doing it for his own good, let him talk.”

She said matter-of-factly.

“You sure have twisted logic.”

Liu Sisi couldn’t help but shake her head, saying earnestly: “What are you talking about here? I remember when I first met YingEr of our family, she was also hiding behind Xuan’er and not saying a word. I didn’t dislike YingEr either. Is that right?”

YingEr pouted her little mouth in disagreement: “But, he’s still so slow at this point…”

Liu Sisi looked at Da Mao next to her, and there was a wounded color in his eyes. This child’s temperament followed Liu Zhi’er.

“Da Mao is not slow at all! Don’t you know? Da Mao can persevere in practicing horse stance every day and get up early. What about you? You don’t get up as early as Da Mao! Besides, Da Mao is not silent, he is just a man and not prone to talk much like girls do. Isn’t that right, Da Mao?”

Liu Sisi lowered her head and asked Da Mao.

Da Mao’s eyes lit up! He couldn’t help but smile and nodded slightly. He looked at YingEr, then lowered his head and walked silently.

“Fine… Bad Da Mao, I won’t care for you anymore, hmph!”

YingEr grumbled discontentedly.

“YingEr…”

Liu Sisi chided her with a heavy voice.

YingEr saw that things were going bad! She turned her eyes and immediately came over to hug Liu Sisi’s arm and shook it nonstop: “Mom! I was just kidding…”

“You…”

Liu Sisi was utterly helpless with her cunning and pinched her head gently.

During their conversation, their group had already arrived at the bookstore.

Di Cheng was still busy in the bookstore, and there was another figure bustling inside. Upon close inspection, Liu Sisi realized it was Miao Cuihua!

How did she end up here again?

And helping Di Cheng clean up the store?

With a stomach full of doubts, Liu Sisi led the two children into the door of the bookstore.