"What a load of crap, I bet he's dead!"
As Er Zhu stood up, a burly man beside him sneered, "I bet he's dead!"
Zhao San Bao opened his mouth, wanting to speak up for Er Zhu, but seeing the still unconscious Er Wa Zi, he held his tongue. As for the other villagers, they naturally believed their fellow villagers and glared at Er Zhu with anger.
But Er Zhu ignored the man's mockery as if he hadn't heard it.
"Brother, don't go."
Just as Er Zhu turned to leave, someone grabbed the corner of his clothes. A weak voice came from behind.
"Er Wa Zi, you're awake!"
Hearing the voice, Zhao San Bao and his wife finally reacted. They touched their son's little face and exclaimed excitedly.
The other villagers also looked at Er Wa Zi upon hearing this. Their eyes were filled with shock, especially Lin Feng and Old Liu Tou.
My heavens, he's not actually stupid!
"Dad, Mom, don't worry about me. I was too hungry this morning, so I ate the rice that was about to spoil."
Seeing the tearful Zhao San Bao and his wife, Er Wa Zi patted his slightly aching stomach with a guilty conscience and said, "I was too hungry this morning, so I ate the rice that was about to spoil."
"You brat, why did you eat spoiled rice? Can your little body handle it?"
"It's all good, as long as you're not out of your mind from the fever, everything else is fine!"
Zhao San Bao scolded angrily, worried and flustered, while his wife hugged her son with concern, tears streaming down her face again.
The other villagers were even more shocked to look at Er Zhu. They finally realized that this Er Zhu was truly capable!
Not only could he predict heavy rain, but he was also a skilled doctor with superb medical skills!
With such a village head, it was hard for Shiliu Village not to prosper!
"Er Zhu, we were just worried about Er Wa Zi's condition. Please don't take it to heart."
Lin Feng's eyes darted around, and he explained with a sheepish grin.
"Yes, we're actually very grateful for your cooperation. We were just a bit too emotional just now."
Seeing Lin Feng speak, the other villagers seemed to have figured something out and nodded in agreement.
"Go get the fertilizer. The sky has cleared up."
But Er Zhu didn't bother with them. He glanced at the beautiful rainbow outside and slowly walked towards the black luxury car.
"Alright, alright. From now on, I'll listen to you in everything!"
Hearing Er Zhu say this, Lin Feng was stunned. He walked towards Er Zhu with a smile, his eyes full of flattery.
In a short while, the Chinese herbal fertilizer had been distributed. This time, no one dared to question Er Zhu. Their eyes were filled with obsequiousness.
"You guys carry on. I'm leaving."
Just as Lin Feng was about to try and flatter Er Zhu again, Er Zhu looked at the sun, which was about to set, and turned to open the car door.
"Village Chief Wang, wait!"
Just as Er Zhu was about to get into the car, a man's voice called from behind. Everyone turned and saw Zhao San Bao's family of three running towards him.
"Village Chief Wang, my Er Wa Zi also wants to learn medicine. Can you teach him?"
Zhao San Bao patted Er Wa Zi beside him and looked at Er Zhu with anticipation.
"My Er Wa Zi is very smart. He definitely won't cause you any trouble."
Zhao San Bao's wife quickly added as Er Zhu remained silent.
"Village Chief Wang, please take me as your disciple. I will study hard and become a famous doctor like you in the future!"
Seeing that Er Zhu hadn't responded, Er Wa Zi frowned anxiously and looked at Er Zhu, his tone pleading.
"We'll talk about it later."
Er Zhu looked at the sincere eyes of Zhao San Bao's family. He thought of the Wang family, and neither agreed nor refused.
Muyuan Village was even more backward than Shiliu Village used to be. If he could cultivate a proper village doctor, it would be a good thing for the people. However, he didn't have time now. He had to deal with the Wang family first.
Watching the black luxury car drive away, Zhao San Bao's family was a bit upset but could only endure it.
After all, he was the village head of the richest village in the entire town. They couldn't afford to offend him!
In the blink of an eye, it was also midnight. Looking at the dark courtyard, Er Zhu tiptoed into the house.
"Why are you back so late? Have you eaten?"
Just as Er Zhu was about to close the door, Li Mei's voice came from behind.
"Sister Mei, I'm not hungry. You should go to bed."
Er Zhu wanted to say something, but seeing the pitch-black night, he could only say this.
"Come and eat quickly. I've been waiting for you."
Seeing Er Zhu refuse, Li Mei thought he was avoiding her because of their previous encounter. She was a little annoyed, grabbed Er Zhu's hand, and pulled him towards the east wing.
Er Zhu wanted to refuse, but the warmth in his hand made him unable to do so. Thus, he was half-coaxed, half-dragged into the room.
"You're a grown man, why are you so hesitant? If you don't want to, just say so. I'm not going to force myself on you, am I?"
Li Mei said, lifting the food that had been reheated countless times, and glanced at Er Zhu with a chiding look.
"No, I'm really not hungry. It has nothing to do with that."
Er Zhu was stunned and suddenly remembered their last encounter. He quickly explained.
He was never a sentimental person. If Li Mei hadn't brought it up, he would have forgotten it long ago.
Sitting on the kang, thinking about everything that happened that day, Er Zhu's face flushed, and his heart began to beat faster.
"Er Zhu, no matter what you're thinking, I, Li Mei, am devoted to you for life!"
Seeing that Er Zhu didn't take the matter to heart, a flicker of loneliness crossed Li Mei's eyes. But then, as if she thought of something, she looked at Er Zhu with firm eyes.
"Mm, I won't abandon you either."
Er Zhu, as if he hadn't understood the meaning of Li Mei's words, replied casually while eating.
"You said it yourself, don't forget it!"
Although Er Zhu's tone was calm, this sentence was undoubtedly a confession to Li Mei. She widened her bright eyes and grabbed Er Zhu's hand.
She thought Er Zhu had rejected her because he didn't like her, but it seemed that wasn't the case!
Li Mei's heart raced with excitement. She held Er Zhu's hand tighter, her gaze becoming more affectionate!
Seeing Li Mei so excited, Er Zhu knew she had misunderstood. He wanted to explain, but looking at Li Mei's tender eyes, he couldn't utter a single word.
Li Mei's small hand tightly gripped his large palm, making his heart beat faster. Soon, Er Zhu felt dry and thirsty!
The temperature around them rose, and Li Mei's gaze became more and more affectionate. Unconsciously, she slowly reached out towards Er Zhu...
*Clatter!*
Er Zhu's chopsticks fell on the table at some point. Li Mei suddenly woke up and sat up straight.
"Um... you eat first, I'll go clean up the kitchen."
Li Mei's eyes were filled with embarrassment. She quickly found an excuse, not daring to look at Er Zhu, and hurried away.