Chapter 260 The Ouyang Family's Integration

Chapter 261 The Ouyang Family's Integration

Ouyang quickly stepped forward to shield his grandfather's enthusiasm. Zishao's face had already turned dark. If Grandpa continued speaking, he would have no good days ahead. Zishao was very petty, it wouldn't be an exaggeration to say he was vengeful.

"Grandpa, let me introduce. This is Zishao, and Shenggē is Zishao's partner."

As Ouyang spoke, he didn't forget to wink at his grandfather, lest he didn't understand.

Old Master Ouyang was choked. Was he being overly sentimental? He cursed his grandson for being useless in his heart, but maintained a respectful smile on his face.

"Hello, Zishao. This is our first meeting."

Zi Yisheng never put on airs in front of his own people. He quickly stepped forward and held Old Master Ouyang's arm.

"Grandpa Ouyang, there's no need to be so polite. You can just call me Yisheng from now on."

Old Master Ouyang and Ouyang's mother were both relieved. Their grandson had found a good person to follow, and their future would only be better.

"Auntie, you don't need to cook today. My mother-in-law's family has already prepared your meal."

Ouyang's mother was all smiles. She was naturally cheerful and never hid her feelings. If the other party was good to her family, she was happy to spend more time with them.

"Okay, you must taste how delicious the Ye family's cooking is today."

Since they still had to unpack, the Ouyang family soon returned to their new home.

Upon opening the courtyard gate, the Ouyang family's house was the smallest of all. It had four bedrooms, one living room, and a kitchen, a toilet, and a storage room.

The courtyard also had a small vegetable patch, and the backyard had about three fen of land, which was enough for Ouyang's mother to busy herself with.

Ouyang first helped his grandfather to his room, then began to unpack. Seeing that even basins had been bought for the room, he was once again touched.

"Li'er, your friends are all good people. You must get along well with them in the future."

Ouyang's real name was Ouyang Li, but everyone was used to just calling him by his surname.

"Don't worry, Mom. We've been through life and death together. You can feel free to interact with their families, especially the Ye family. Mom Ye is also a very easy-going person."

Ouyang hugged his mother, resting his chin on her shoulder.

"Mom, don't put so much pressure on yourself anymore. Coming to the countryside is for you to enjoy a peaceful life. You don't have to stay cooped up at home. Grandpa will have plenty of company later, so you can make friends with peace of mind."

The Ouyang family was not prosperous, especially after Ouyang's father passed away. Without a man to support the family, they were always bullied by their neighbors.

This situation had made Ouyang's mother accustomed to staying at home, never interacting with neighbors, for fear of being bullied if she wasn't careful.

It wasn't until Ouyang officially appeared with Zi Yisheng that the neighbors realized the Ouyang family had struck it rich, and no one dared to deliberately bully them. However, Ouyang's mother was already used to staying at home.

Therefore, Ouyang really hoped that coming to Bai Rong Brigade would allow his mother to live more freely, and even better if she could make a friend or two.

Ouyang's mother patted her son's back. Her son was excellent and filial; she was already very content.

"Don't worry, I'm naturally cheerful. Otherwise, I would have been suffocated to death long ago. You don't need to worry about the family anymore. I will get along well with the Ye and Bai families."

Ouyang's mother was genuinely happy, even humming a little tune while unpacking.

Old Master Ouyang sat on the newly made bed, looking at the furnishings in the room, feeling touched. It was not easy to have all these things prepared in this era.

But as soon as he saw his grandson enter, he glared at him angrily.

Ouyang quickly squatted beside his grandfather and asked with a fawning smile.

"Grandpa, why are you glaring at me?"

"Look at Zishao. You're only a year apart, and he's already managed to find a fairy-like wife. You've been following him around all day and haven't learned anything."

Ouyang scratched his head. Could he say that Zishao was lucky to have met her? They were usually so busy with work that not even a female mosquito could get close. What opportunity would he have to find a wife?

"Grandpa, I didn't have time before. But don't worry, there must be many girls in Bai Rong Brigade. If I go out for a stroll later, I might find you a granddaughter-in-law."

"You keep your word. I don't ask for anything about the granddaughter-in-law's family background, as long as she has a good heart and treats you well."

Ouyang looked at his grandfather's serious face and quickly raised his hand to promise. Sweat broke out on his back. It was not easy to appease the elders in this era.

Mom Ye and Auntie Zhen had been preparing food in the kitchen earlier and didn't hear the Ouyang family arrive. The dinner party today was originally just for the Ouyang family, but Ye Mu'en suggested inviting the Bai family as well, so they could all get acquainted.

Thus, a meal for a dozen people turned into a grand feast for dozens.

Ye Shenggē also went to the storage room to secretly take out some dried goods like sausages and cured meat, otherwise, their household meat supply wouldn't be enough.

The Ouyang family's house was easy to tidy up. After unpacking, Ouyang took his grandfather and mother to visit with gifts.

Ouyang's mother even rolled up her sleeves and went into the kitchen to help.

Mom Ye was also a straightforward person and didn't stand on ceremony. She pulled Ouyang's mother into the kitchen.

"Sister Xia, now that you're here, we have another companion. Let me tell you, I have three more sisters-in-law who will be here soon. We can all join the gossip squad later, it'll be really fun."

While the kitchen was bustling, the courtyard was also harmonious. Old Party, Old Fan, and Old Master Ouyang were also getting along very well. Old Master Ouyang was a middle school teacher, a cultured man, so the three old men had no barriers between them and soon drove away the young people around them.

Ouyang, needless to say, was already familiar with Zi Yisheng's companions and Ye Mu'en. Only the six brothers from the Bai family were meeting for the first time, but men's interactions were generally quick.

Ye Shenggē sat under the eaves, braiding Little Sweetie's hair. Since there were too many boys in the family, they were the only two poor girls without playmates.

The villagers also saw the newcomers, the Ouyang family. They looked refined and cultured, clearly intellectuals.

Gong Suoer, who was confined at home, also peeked out from the doorway and felt a pang of bitterness. She couldn't understand why men who were in good condition were all around Ye Shenggē. Who were these new relatives?

Gong Suoer hated Ye Shenggē even more. After this incident, she had no chance to get close to these people. She had originally planned to target others if one didn't work out, but now they were all gone in one fell swoop.

Now, there was no one to talk to at home, and the atmosphere was so oppressive that she didn't dare to leave her room. Even her mother, who had always been in charge, was beaten by her father. She didn't dare to cross him.

Chen Fen was truly beaten into submission. This was the first time in her life she had been beaten. She wanted to resist and throw a tantrum, but her husband beat her relentlessly. She didn't even have the strength to resist.

Now she had to bear the bruises all over her body to find a husband for her precious daughter, and she had to marry her off far away. Wasn't this like digging out her heart?

Chen Fen even approached the village head's wife, but this time, it was as if the Gong family had a unified stance. No one was willing to intercede, and they all advised her to give up on her daughter. What kind of fate did her daughter have?