Chapter 1614 - 1609: Master, She’s Afraid of You (Second Update)

Knowing that Zhang Yutou truly had her family’s best interests at heart, Mu Shuangshuang proactively explained to him.

"Uncle Yu, the house isn’t like other things; that Mr. Ma can’t take it away. It stays right there!

But if we rush up there now without a plan, even if we reclaim the house, as soon as we leave, Mr. Ma will occupy it again!

He lives nearby, coming and going as he pleases, and you’re no match for him!"

Hearing Mu Shuangshuang’s analysis, Zhang Yutou immediately understood.

Indeed, with Mr. Ma’s shameless personality, even if they snatch the house back today, once they leave, he might move back in. It’s better to come up with a solution to solve it thoroughly.

"Shuangshuang, I was too reckless. It’s your thoughtful plan that makes sense!" Zhang Yutou said.

"Uncle Yu, don’t say that. I should thank you for informing me about this. Otherwise, I’d still be in the dark!" Mu Shuangshuang replied.

Hearing Mu Shuangshuang’s thankful words, Zhang Yutou couldn’t help but smile, a hint of happiness spreading across his face.

"Well then, Shuangshuang, I’ve got work to do in the fields, so I’ll head out!" Zhang Yutou said.

"Alright, I also need to go to town, so I won’t keep chatting with you, Uncle Yu!"

After Zhang Yutou left, Mu Shuangshuang told Mu Dashan and Yu Si Niang about the matter.

She deliberately instructed Mu Dashan, "Dad, for the time being, act as if you don’t know about this. Once I’m done with the work at the tavern, I’ll take care of this matter!"

Mu Dashan and Yu Si Niang listened to her words without question.

"However, there’s something I’ve been worrying about! If Dad and Mom come back someday and find the house sold, what will they do?" Mu Dashan asked.

"That’s when we’ll have to find my Aunt Si Niang! She’s the one who sold the house, so the responsibility is hers!"

Mu Shuangshuang maintained this stance, believing that Mrs. Liu should atone for her own wrongs.

"But what if... I mean, what if your Aunt Si has already spent all the money? Without any silver, how could we ever buy the house back?"

Mu Dashan still felt uneasy.

Hearing his words, Mu Shuangshuang helplessly shook her head.

"Dad, that’s not the point! Even if my Aunt Si came with thirty taels of silver now, Mr. Ma still wouldn’t give back the house!

If Grandpa and Grandma don’t come back, fine, but if they do, I swear not even Grandma could get the house back!"

It’s easy to invite a god but hard to send one away. When Mrs. Liu sold the house, she should have been prepared to never reclaim it!

"This... this..." Mu Dashan could hardly believe his ears.

Is this it? Should their family’s old house remain in someone else’s hands for life?

"Dad, there are some things you might not like to hear! But I have to say, although Mr. Ma is terrible.

The main house was obtained through legitimate purchase, not stolen or snatched; even if the emperor came, he has no right to force him to give it up! Unless someone buys it from him!"

"Dad, don’t be angry. You’re right, regardless of who sold it, Mr. Ma’s purchase of the house is lawful!" Mu Dashan said.

"I’m relieved to hear that, Dad! It’s getting late, so I need to watch over the tavern!" Mu Shuangshuang said.

"Shuangshuang, why don’t you take Dad with you? Though I’ve never worked in a tavern, having me around could lighten your load significantly!"

Mu Dashan felt sorry for his daughter.

For the past few months, his daughter endured hardships outside, often wondering if she ever had a full meal. After finally returning home, she was immediately entangled in tavern matters.

He wished he could handle more tasks so his daughter would deal with fewer.

"Dad, I’m fine! The tavern just opened, and as the owner, I have to be there! You should take care of the students; they are treasures, even more precious than tavern guests!" Mu Shuangshuang said.

"The kids are important, but your health matters too. Before, you had Fengzi’s help, but now without him, you’re left without even an assistant, and you have to handle everything yourself. Dad worries about you!" Mu Dashan said.

"Dad, don’t worry, I won’t exhaust myself. If it’s truly hard, I’ll hire a few more staff, okay?" Mu Shuangshuang replied.

"Alright, then..."

Mu Dashan couldn’t argue with Mu Shuangshuang.

After eating, Mu Shuangshuang drove the carriage to town alone.

Mu Dashan went to manage the students at the school.

The second day of the tavern’s opening saw business booming once again.

Mu Shuangshuang was asked to tell stories again.

Seeing the good business over these two days, Mu Shuangshuang persisted for another day but returned much earlier today.

Knowing about the house being occupied by Mr. Ma, Mu Shuangshuang deliberately drove the carriage near the old Mu family’s house for a look.

As soon as she appeared, the protectors rushed to Mr. Ma, as if preparing for a major threat.

"Master, that girl is here again; she must know you took that side yard’s house!"

"Let her come, I’m not afraid!"

Mr. Ma glared at the protectors, then surveyed his guards hidden around.

These were the martial artists he hired at a high price.

They had one mission: to protect him and the side yard’s house; no matter how tough that girl is, she’s no match for these strong men.

"The master is right, the master is right!" The protectors cautiously appeased Mr. Ma.

A moment later, another protector rushed inside.

"Master, that girl left, I think she’s scared of the master!"

The protector flattered Mr. Ma.

Mr. Ma, upon hearing this, burst into joyous laughter.

"It’s good that she left! It’s good! It’s worth hiring these experts to protect me!

That girl doesn’t cause trouble; everyone else in the village is practically useless!" Mr. Ma laughed heartily.

As he laughed, the others joined in.

The laughter was so loud it reached Mu Shuangshuang’s ears, who hadn’t gone far.

Her lips curled into a cold smile; she was curious to see how long Mr. Ma would remain so smug!

...

Third Branch of the Old Mu Family.

When Mu Shuangshuang returned home, Yu Si Niang greeted her.

"Shuangshuang, your grandmother sent a letter, asking us to take a look at your sixth uncle’s two kids. Your father and I discussed it and decided to go tonight and return early tomorrow morning!"

"Tonight? Isn’t that too rushed?" Mu Shuangshuang asked.

"It’s not rushed! Your father will drive the carriage soon, and you can sleep inside, we won’t disturb you! Tomorrow morning, we’ll come back the same way, still without disturbing you. How does that sound?"

Yu Si Niang looked at Mu Shuangshuang expectantly.

"Alright then! I’ll go change clothes! Mom, bring a couple of extra outfits. With my sixth uncle’s personality, he definitely won’t let you leave once you arrive! Dad needs to manage the school, but they should listen to reason!"