klisemfg Chapter 207 Gu Yunji
Chapter 207 Gu Yunji
A name embodies the blessings and expectations of the elders in the family for the child. It is an important matter, and it is either chosen by a respected elder in the family, or by the parents themselves if the couple has their own opinions. There are also illiterate families who spend a lot of money to ask a literate scholar to help them choose a name.
Although the Gu family usually relied heavily on Lin Chang'er, she never imagined that Gu Erlang and his wife would entrust her with such an important matter as choosing a name.
Her family trusted her, so she had no reason to refuse. However, she was still quite young in her current position, and there was a well-known, experienced, and capable old lady, Mrs. Bai, who was skilled in both literature and martial arts.
It would be a great blessing for her young nephew to receive a name from her!
Lin Chang'er ruffled Gu Xiaolu and Gu Xiaoman's hair, "Have you seen your little brother yet?"
"I've seen him. His little brother is all red, like a little mouse. Xiaoman doesn't dare to touch him."
"Grandma said that Xiaoman was even smaller than her little brother when she was little!"
"Grandma also said that when the little brother grows up a bit more, he will be just as cute as Xiaoman."
Lin Chang'er couldn't help but chuckle. In ancient times, material resources were scarce, and women had a low status. In ordinary farming families, pregnant women would work until they gave birth before they could rest for a few days.
The mother's body neither receives adequate nutrition nor gets proper rest.
Infants are naturally not as well-developed at birth as they are in later life.
Bright red is the norm now, so it's not surprising.
Gu Ersao has only been eating and drinking better in the last few months, when she was pregnant. There was no difference when she gave birth to Gu Xiaoman. It was because of this that her physical condition has become stronger. Otherwise, she might not have survived the ordeal of giving birth under such terrible conditions!
Fortunately, both mother and child are safe!
Hearing her adopted daughter and Gu Xiaoman's sweet, childlike chatter, Lin Chang'er chimed in, "That's right, the little brother will be even cuter when he grows up a bit more!"
"Mmm!" Gu Xiaolu and Gu Xiaoman nodded in unison.
In the tree shed next to the oilcloth shed, Gu Dalang, Gu Dasao, and Old Lady Bai were sitting around the fire talking. When they saw Lin Chang'er coming over, they hurriedly invited her to sit down.
"Has everything been taken care of on the mountain?" Old Mrs. Bai asked first.
Lin Chang'er nodded and briefly explained what had happened.
Gu Dalang and his wife were indignant. "Sister-in-law, the father and mother you mentioned are from the Niu family, and the wife they married is from the Zhou family. Their father is an outsider, surnamed Li."
"But objectively speaking, we were not wrong to begin with. The one who was wrong was Li Shitou's family. They were reckless and incited almost everyone around them. Elder Niu and Elder Zhou were helping their relatives instead of the people in the right. They really couldn't distinguish right from wrong, which made them look bad."
"Fortunately, Old Master Huo is a discerning person, as are people from the Niu and Zhou families. Otherwise, sister-in-law, all your hard work and effort would be wasted on being gossiped about behind your back. It would be truly nauseating."
Lin Chang'er smiled and said, "Don't worry, sister-in-law. They can't get away with trying to step on me. Today is just a special case. I'm just making an example of them first. We'll settle the score slowly after the flood recedes."
Grandma Bai chimed in, "Even when surrounded on all sides, you still have to give them a way out. Chang'er did the right thing."
"However, we've given them a chance. If they turn back and remain unrepentant, then we need not show them any mercy. It's best to eliminate them completely."
Lin Chang'er's eyes flickered. As expected, she came from a prominent family in the capital. Having experienced great changes, she was decisive and ruthless. However, Lin Chang'er shushed her and pointed to the oilcloth shed next door, "Grandma, we have a new addition to our family today, so let's not talk about fighting and killing for now."
The old lady burst into laughter, "Look at me, I completely forgot about that. I deserve to be punished. I'll have to prepare a decent full-moon gift for the little one later."
Sister-in-law Gu smiled apologetically, "Grandma, you're too kind. Our children are already so fortunate to have your care. We wouldn't dare trouble you with any expense. My second sister-in-law is timid by nature, and I'm afraid she won't be able to sleep all night."
Sister-in-law Gu was telling the truth. Sister-in-law Gu was always sensitive and timid because she couldn't speak.
If the old lady really gives a big gift, it might actually scare her second sister-in-law.
Lin Chang'er thought for a moment and said, "How about we punish the old lady to help my little nephew get a name? You have traveled all over the country and seen all the ups and downs of this world. You are a blessed person. Let my nephew share in your good fortune."
Grandma Bai paused for a moment. If she were to talk about the first half of her life, she would indeed dare to say that she was blessed. She was born into a prestigious family, with her maternal family, husband's family, maternal grandfather, and uncle. She once stood at the pinnacle of power. However, what goes up must come down.
Her maternal family and maternal uncle's family gradually withdrew from the court, and her husband's family fell into ruin overnight. They almost used up all the connections they had accumulated in the first half of their lives to barely keep Shao'an, their only bloodline.
Now that she's been told she's blessed, she really doesn't dare to accept it.
The old woman remained silent; the only sound in the air was the crackling of bamboo firewood bursting open.
Just then, in the next shed, the baby started crying again, whether from hunger or needing to urinate.
The loud voices reached the old lady's ears, and suddenly, something in her heart began to take root and sprout again.
Veterans never die; their legacy is passed down.
As long as she is here, Shao'an is here, the Wu family is still here, the Pei family is still here, and now, there is the honest and reliable Gu family, as well as the resourceful Chang'er in front of us, and a bunch of growing children.
Who says the White-Clad Marquis's Mansion can only remain in this remote corner forever? Who says the White-Clad Marquis's Mansion will never regain its glory?
She wanted to accept this blessing, but, "This is Erlang and his wife's child. It is Erlang's right as the father to name the child, and it is also a benefit. Even if things don't go well, there is still Sister Gu, and your elder brother and sister-in-law. Can you, a girl, make the decision?"
Lin Chang'er smiled and said, "Since I've asked you for this, I can certainly make the decision."
Pointing to Gu Xiaolu and Gu Xiaoman, who were running around and playing in the water on the lawn wearing big green hats made of taro leaves, she said, "Look, my mother, my second brother, and my second sister-in-law just called the two little ones to tell me to help me name my nephew!"
"How old am I? How much experience do I have? How could I possibly name a baby?"
This was clearly a compliment to her, and the old lady knew it perfectly well.
This girl may seem young and inexperienced, but she's got more ideas than anyone else.
But people always like to hear nice things. Although Grandma Bai was never a hypocrite, she always loved to hear kind words.
"Did I really take that old woman seriously?"
Lin Chang'er cupped her hands in greeting, "Please don't refuse."
Looking outside, the rain had eased slightly, and said, "Now the floodwaters are raging, and so many people are displaced. Everyone is hoping that the clouds will clear and the rain will stop so they can return home."
"Just as the child was born, the rain subsided and the floodwaters began to recede, so let's name him..."