Bamboo Rain

The Fourth Brother had squandered his wealth through gambling, leaving their mother in a critical state. To make matters worse, the creditors even asked them to sell Manbao to settle the debts!
In the village, whispers spread that the golden days of the Zhou Family's cherished Manbao were over. Their elderly mother clung to Manbao's hand, tears streaming down her face.
However, Manbao tightly grasped a system in her hand, a tool that would lead her and her brothers and sisters-in-law to reclaim their fortunes. They ventured into agriculture, cultivating land, growing medicinal herbs, and establishing shops, steadily improving their lives. 
As their situation improved, concerns shifted to Manbao's marital prospects by the sister-in-laws.
"Mr. Zhuang's grandson is an excellent match – educated and well-spoken. He is just perfect for you."
"No! You should consider Mr. Qian's youngest son, who is handsome and well-mannered. You can count on him never to defy you."
Suppressing a smile, Manbao responded, "My heart is already set. I choose Bai Shanbao, my childhood friend whom I've playfully scolded since we were young."

The Lucky Farmgirl

In the afternoon, the master and his three disciples focused on composing poetry. Mr. Zhuang, aside from explaining the excellent poems and essays from recent major examinations that Bai Dalang had collected, also took out a small booklet. This was a collection of poetry that had been quite popular in the capital over the past two years.


Manbao was curious, "Where did this come from?"


Mr. Zhuang smiled and said, "I had Liu Gui buy it. Some major bookstores secretly transcribe and distribute copies. If you find the right people, naturally you can buy them."


Manbao nodded in understanding; since her teacher had been to the capital, he certainly knew many places they did not.


Mr. Zhuang gave them pointers on their poems and essays, and also told them some historical anecdotes. Seeing that it was getting late, he left with his hands clasped behind his back, advising them to continue to quietly contemplate on their own.


Chapter 930 Waiting