Chapter 35: My Husband Truly Has Remarkable Skills

The little girl in the kitchen heard Xu An’s voice and immediately ran out.

"Husband, you’re finally back!"

"Yan’er, are you alright? Did these two harm you in any way?" Xu An asked, casting a cold, piercing glance at the two burly men in the courtyard, his face full of concern.

"Don't worry, Husband, I'm fine." The little girl smiled sweetly. "You walked such a long, long way to the city today; aren't you tired? Once you sit down later, I’ll massage your legs to help you relax."

"I'm not tired, no need for that," Xu An said gently, gesturing toward the two men in the yard. "Come, tell me what exactly is going on with them?" He could tell that the two were not working there willingly; they were clearly under duress.

"Hmm, sounds interesting. I’d like to hear it too," a voice chimed in from the courtyard entrance. It was Tao Qianqian, who had just finished tethering her horse and walked inside.

"Miss Qianqian, my apologies. I was so anxious that I neglected my manners. I hope you can forgive me." Seeing her, Xu An immediately stood up to apologize.

"It’s fine, I’m too lazy to bicker over such trifles!" Tao Qianqian waved her hand, not caring at all. Her gaze then fell on Su Yan’er, and a look of astonishment crossed her face. "Xu An, did I hear this little sister call you 'Husband' just now?"

"That’s right. Let me introduce you—this is my wife, Su Yan’er," Xu An said, gesturing toward the little girl. He then introduced Tao Qianqian to Su Yan’er, though he only mentioned her name, keeping her identity as a head constable to himself.

He had two reasons for this: first, if word got out that she was a constable, people might start prying or spreading rumors. Second, he didn't want Su Yan’er to feel pressured in her own home; to the country folk, even a lowly clerk from the magistrate’s office was a figure of great importance.

Looking at the girl, who was almost too beautiful, the little girl couldn't help but steal a glance at her husband. She thought to herself how capable he was, always bringing home such pretty older sisters every day. And it seemed they all had such ample figures, too. It appeared her husband really did have a preference for women with a bit of meat on their bones.

"Hello, Sister Tao!" Although it made her feel a bit sour to see Xu An bringing home one woman after another, the little girl knew she shouldn't make her husband lose face. She bowed lightly with a smile. She had decided to be a broad-minded wife and stop overthinking things. She had to trust her husband! But with only two beds in the house, where would this sister sleep tonight?

"Uh... hello, little... little sister Yan'er," Tao Qianqian replied with an unnatural smile. Seeing such a petite, cute girl already married made her feel quite uncomfortable. She pulled Xu An aside and began