"Why are you in such a hurry?" Old Mrs. Chen helped Xie Liangchen by patting her back.
"Well, as the saying goes, people sometimes slip up just like horses stumble," Mrs. Gao chimed in, "Miss Chen is usually so steady, yet she managed to choke on water."
Xie Liangchen wanted to cover her second aunt's mouth; ever since the village's clan school opened, her second aunt managed to say surprising things daily.
Xie Liangchen waved her hand: "I'm fine now."
Chen Zigeng went to fetch Chen Yongsheng and refilled everyone's cups with hot tea, then sat on the side and observed everyone to ensure no one noticed the unease between the General and Sister.
Chen Zigeng suddenly felt a sense of loneliness.
Xie Liangchen said, "We'll keep part of the silver coins exchanged for wool and silk to stockpile medicinal herbs and grains."
Chen Yongsheng nodded.
