Chapter 7

Translator: Nyoi-Bo Studio Editor: Nyoi-Bo Studio

“Village chief, I remember that our back mountain has always been abandoned. Do you think you can let me lease it?” Bai Jiang asked.

“Lease it?” The village chief was startled, Bai Shu was startled, and everyone present was stunned.

“Bai Jiang, why do you want to lease the mountain all of a sudden?” the village chief asked.

“I want to stay and accompany my parents, and find some work to do,” Bai Jiang replied vaguely.

The village chief looked at Bai Jiang’s determined expression and asked, “If you want to work, why not find something to do in town? Even if you want to farm, your family has plenty of land. Why do you want to lease the mountain?”

“Village chief, I won’t do it for free. I’m willing to pay. How about two thousand per month? Please help me,” Bai Jiang said.

“It’s not about the money. You’re a child I’ve watched grow up. Why are you so stubborn? The soil on that mountain is not good, and the produce won’t be good either!” the village chief explained.

“Village chief, don’t worry. I’ve already conducted some research, and the soil there is not bad. It’s just that it’s suitable for growing only a few specific things, which happen to be the ones I want to plant. So, I would appreciate your assistance,” Bai Jiang explained.

What Bai Jiang didn’t mention was that regardless of the condition of the land, she had a Spirit Spring Water in her space, and anything grown with it wouldn’t turn out too poorly.

The village chief didn’t know what to say. He glanced at Bai Shu, who was still in a daze. He felt that Bai Shu must still be influenced by his illness.

He sighed, “I will inquire with the villagers for you. If everyone agrees, I will help you with the procedures in town. It’s also convenient that the day after tomorrow is the weekend, so you can take these two days to think it through. You’re a good child, and I don’t want you to make the wrong decision,” the village chief advised with earnest concern.

Bai Jiang thanked the village chief and didn’t say anything further.

“No, I’ve also been to see it. Although the land isn’t suitable for growing fruit, it still has some use. I want to plant some medicinal herbs there, so I can earn money,” Bai Jiang explained.

“Have you made up your mind?” the village chief asked. He still couldn’t comprehend Bai Jiang’s intentions.

“Thank you, the village chief. I’ve already made up my mind. I would appreciate your assistance,” Bai Jiang replied.

After the village chief left, Bai Shu snapped back to reality. “Jiang’er, why did you lease that piece of land? I sent you away to study so that you could leave, why did you come back?”

“Dad, I…”

“What ‘Dad’? I haven’t finished speaking! You better leave right now!” Bai Shu exclaimed.

He was furious. Back then, he had sacrificed and scrimped to support Bai Jiang’s education, but she ended up in such a situation. He was angry and disappointed, which led him to sever their father-daughter relationship.

“Grandpa, grandpa.” Bai Zhen called out to Bai Shu.

The atmosphere was originally somewhat tense, but after Bai Zhen called out, it eased up.

Bai Shu lowered his head and looked at the person who was only as tall as his knees. No matter how hard he tried, he couldn’t maintain his cold expression. He reached out and embraced Bai Zhen. “Hey, this is the baby, right?”

With Bai Zhen’s introduction, Bai Jiang took the opportunity to speak. “Dad, the reason I came back this time for two reasons. First, I’ve decided to stay in the village.”

“Because I want to be with you and Mom. I’ve grown up, and I can support myself. Please believe me. The second reason is for the baby.” Bai Jiang explained.

Bai Shu was puzzled. “What’s going on?”

“Dad, take a look.” Bai Jiang took off the baby’s hat. “The baby has a genetic defect. I’ve taken her to many places for treatment but with no success.”

“The doctor said we need to find a suitable place for the baby. According to the doctor’s advice, I think our village is the most suitable.” Bai Jiang said.

Bai Shu fell silent as he looked at Bai Zhen, his grandchild.

“Back then, weren’t you pregnant with twins? What happened to the other child?” he asked.

Bai Jiang’s face stiffened as memories overwhelmed her, and her nose instantly turned sour.

“Grandpa, my brother is missing. Whenever I mention my brother, Mommy gets sad.” Bai Zhen whispered to Bai Shu.

Xu Hua, who was standing nearby, quickly stepped forward and grabbed Bai Jiang’s hand. “Jiang’er, tell Mom what happened.”

Bai Jiang took a deep breath and briefly recounted the events.

“So, your pregnancy was intentionally set up by your classmate Zhao Min? And she took the child away?” Bai Shu and Xu Hua were shocked.

They had never met Zhao Min, the girl Bai Jiang mentioned, but she was described as her best classmate, friend, and confidante. How could things have turned out like this?

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