Chapter 635: Touched....
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor. Dragon Boat Translation
“Qing Qing, are you awake? I heard from Xing’er that you don’t seem to be feeling well. Are you sick? There are doctors who give free medical treatment in the city. If you’re not feeling well, I’ll take you to see one.
Mrs. Zhou’s words made Qing Qing come back to her senses. She got out of bed in a daze and found that other than her head feeling a little dizzy, she did not feel any other discomfort in her body.
However, last night, she…
She didn’t have time to think in detail. She hurriedly put on her clothes and opened the door.
Mrs. Zhou looked at Qing Qing carefully with her two eyes when she saw her coming out. She noticed that Qing Qing’s face was a little pale and asked worriedly, “Did you sleep unwell last night? This room has always been empty in the past so it might be a little damp. Now that it’s spring, the weather is more humid so it may not be very comfortable to sleep in. Why don’t you sleep in my room tonight?”
Qing Qing suddenly panicked when she saw the sincere look in Mrs. Zhou’s
eyes.
Her eyes were evasive as she replied, “There’s no need, Aunt. I’m fine. I just didn’t sleep well when I thought about what happened earlier. It’s very good here.”
Mrs. Zhou believed her. She comforted her and brought her to the hall. I ve already made breakfast. Eat it while it s hot.
Mrs. Zhou scooped a bowl of porridge for Qing Qing and gave her two multi-grain buns.
Qing Qing was somewhat distracted the whole time she ate.
After eating her fill, Mrs. Zhou changed into a set of work clothes and got ready to go out with a large wicker basket and a winnowing pan.
“Where are you going, Aunt?” Qing Qing asked curiously when she saw her.
“I’m going to dig up clay. The City Lord said that they are collecting clay now.
After the clay is dug up, we have to filter it and bring it to the people in the engineering department. As long as the clay is deemed acceptable, they will buy it with money by the catty.”
“What are they doing with this clay?”
Mrs. Zhou answered said as she tidied up, “I heard that the City Lord wants to build a road for us. She said that we should not remain trapped here forever. If we want everyone to broaden their horizons and have a better life, we have to go out. The City Lord is really good. She thinks of us in everything she does.”
“Build a road…”
“That’s right. We have to go to the mountains outside to look for this clay. You can stay at home since you are so delicate. I won’t be back at noon. There are still some steamed buns on the stove. If you’re hungry, go get them and eat.”
With that, Mrs. Zhou was about to leave.
Qing Qing caught up with her and took the winnowing pan from her hand.
“Aunt, I’ll go with you. I want to help you guys do some work. Otherwise, I’ll
feel bad.”
Mrs. Zhou refused, but Qing Qing insisted, so the older woman finally relented.
Qing Qing followed Mrs. Zhou through the heavy iron gate and finally arrived
at the exit.
Along the way, Qing Qing was carefully observing the surrounding environment. She saw a forest by the exit and was very shocked when she could vaguely make out the ferocious beasts lurking in the forest.
After they left the city, Qing Qing asked casually, “Aunt, this is the only exit in the city? There are so many people entering and exiting every day. Why do you think the City Lord doesn’t open another exit?”
Mrs. Zhou said, “The City Lord is also thinking about our safety. If there are many entrances and exits, she’s worried that some people with evil intentions will sneak in and harm us.”
Qing Qing nodded and silently noted down Mrs. Zhou’s words.
After leaving the city, Mrs. Zhou brought her to the mountain. Along the way, they met many people who knew Mrs. Zhou and they exchanged greetings.
Like Mrs. Zhou, those people were either carrying baskets and winnowing pans or pushing hand carts. They were all going up the mountain to dig up clay.
“There’s more clay over that side. After we dig up the clay, we can see if there’s anyone pushing hand carts. We can borrow someone else’s cart to transport the clay to the foot of the mountain first. That way, it’ll be easier for us to return to the city.”
The two women chose a place with more people and Mrs. Zhou began to dig
with all her might.
Qing Qing didn’t stay idle either. She helped to push the clay into the basket and winnowing pan.
“City Lord! The City Lord is here.”
Suddenly, there was a commotion in front of them. Everyone stopped what they were doing and raised their heads to look up front.
A pale green slender figure walked steadily towards them from the mountain ahead. Even though she was not very close, it was impossible to ignore the icy stern aura around her body.
Today, Su Ying personally followed someone to inspect the terrain on the mountain. There was more rain in spring. She was also worried that the people in the city would encounter danger when they were digging clay, so she came to take a look and at the same time, confirm again the route for building the road.
“City Lord.”
“Greetings, City Lord.”
Su Ying stopped in her tracks and told everyone to rise.
“Everyone, please rise. There’s no need to bother with such formalities outside. While there is still light, everyone should rush and get more work done.
“Yes, City Lord. City Lord, the paths in the mountains are not easy to walk on. You have to be careful.” Someone could not help reminding her.
“Mm-hmm. I will.”
Su Ying continued down the mountain.
Mrs. Zhou came back to her senses and continued digging, but she saw Qing
Qing standing motionless at the side.
“Qing Qing? Qing Qing?”
Qing Qing came back to her senses and secretly gripped the dagger in her sleeve. “What is it, Aunt?”
Mrs. Zhou asked with a smile, “Are you tired? If you’re tired, go and rest for a while. Don’t tire yourself out.”
Qing Qing put away the dagger stealthily. “I’m fine, Aunt. I’m just a little nervous when I suddenly see the City Lord.
“What are you nervous about? The City Lord is a very good person. However, when she teaches people a lesson, she’s quite scary.
“Aunt, I heard that the City Lord’s martial arts skills are amazing. Is that true?” Mrs. Zhou got goosebumps all over when she recalled Su Ying’s great battle in the Tiger Base back then.
“Of course. I’ve never seen anyone more powerful than the City Lord.
When she saw that the sky was getting dark, Mrs. Zhou borrowed a cart to transport the clay they had dug up to the foot of the mountain. She finally transported all the clay back home before dark.
When the two of them returned home, the lights at home were already on and Zhou Xing had just finished cooking dinner.
“Mother, you guys are back.”
“I’m back. Your mother’s old waist is so tired that it’s about to break.
“If it’s too tiring, then don’t go. We are still able to put food on the table now.” Mrs. Zhou glared at him. “Don’t you have to save up that bit of silver to get married? When the girl marries into our family, are you going to let her lead a hard life?”
“Alright, alright, alright. Just don’t tire yourself out.”
After eating his fill, Zhou Xing went to the back courtyard to chop firewood. At some point, Qing Qing had arrived to stand behind him.
Zhou Xing froze for a moment when he saw Qing Qing. However, after pausing for a moment, he said, “Miss Qing Qing, I’m really sorry about last night. I don’t know why I almost lost control of myself…”
Qing Qing said softly with her glistening eyes, “Young Master Zhou, you are my savior. If you really want to… I…”
“No, no, no. You mustn’t misunderstand. I’m definitely not someone who forces others to do something against their will. Last night was really an accident. Don’t be afraid. I’ve already spoken with the Peace-keeping Bureau today. I will move in to stay there tomorrow. You don’t have to be afraid.” Qing Qing looked at Zhou Xing’s back profile as he departed somewhat hastily and gradually became lost in thought.
In the middle of the night, a figure quietly came to the courtyard.
Qing Qing heard the noise and opened her eyes abruptly. She got up and saw a figure standing outside the window. She got a fright and quickly opened the door to let the person in..