She led the whole village to prosperity by raising koi fish.

Chapter 63 Deeper Feelings

When the village chief's nephew arrived at the address the chubby girl had given him, he discovered she had opened a gym in the city. "Is this a place for weight loss?" the chubby girl asked as she went inside. She smiled and replied, "Not entirely. A gym can also help you kill time and get in shape." The village chief's nephew scratched his head, still not quite understanding.

Seeing this, the chubby girl pulled him into the store and pointed to the fitness equipment, saying, "Look, these are all the latest equipment, which can help people exercise and stay healthy. Nowadays, people are paying more and more attention to their quality of life, so more and more people are coming to the gym."

The village chief's nephew looked at the equipment with some skepticism, thinking to himself: Are there really so many people willing to spend time and money to suffer here?

The chubby girl seemed to see through his thoughts and said with a smile, "Once you've actually tried working out, you'll know its benefits. Why don't you give it a try?" As she spoke, she handed the village chief's nephew a dumbbell.

The village chief's nephew took the dumbbell, tried lifting it a few times, and was soon panting heavily. He shook his head, returned the dumbbell to the chubby girl, and said, "This thing is really not easy. But I still prefer farming."

The chubby girl laughed and said, "Everyone has their own preferences. However, exercising is also a great way to make people healthier and more confident."

Looking at the chubby girl with her eyes shining, the village chief's nephew couldn't help but praise her, "You've changed so much! Before, you were too lazy to exercise, you loved to eat delicious food, and you also liked to sleep in late. Now you've not only lost weight, but you also look more confident."

"You flatter me!" the chubby girl said, handing a drink to the village chief's nephew.

The village chief's nephew took a sip and was dumbfounded. "Pfft! Isn't this cucumber juice? It's neither fragrant nor sweet. Where did you buy it?"

The chubby girl told him in detail, "This is a homemade drink from our shop. It can not only help you lose weight but also quench your thirst and cool you down in the summer."

"What a talent!" the village chief's nephew exclaimed, giving a thumbs-up.

"By the way, when are you and Chestnut Girl getting married? I'm looking forward to attending the wedding banquet," the chubby girl asked jokingly.

At this point, the village chief's nephew told the truth, "I explained to Miss Chestnut that the wedding is canceled."

"Why?" the chubby girl asked, both amused and exasperated.

"Have we known each other for a long time?" The village chief's nephew didn't answer, but changed the subject instead.

The chubby girl nodded and said, "That's right, we've known each other for many years. We were classmates before, then friends, and later even master and apprentice."

"After a long and deep period of thought, I have finally made a difficult but unwavering decision: no matter what, I will stay with you and walk hand in hand through the rest of my life! To be honest, there isn't much of a deep emotional bond between us. Although we had a brief encounter, that feeling was like a shooting star flashing across the night sky—fleeting and leaving little trace."

Moreover, if I were to force myself to continue this relationship with her simply because of a momentary hesitation or a sense of responsibility, it would not only be unfair to her but also a desecration of my own sincerity. Therefore, I truly do not want to cause such a kind and innocent girl any harm, nor do I want to bear a heavy emotional burden that is not mine because of so-called morality.

In comparison, you are the one who truly touches my heartstrings and makes me swoon! Every time I see your smile, hear your voice, and feel your warm care, my heart races uncontrollably, as if an invisible force is drawing me closer to you. This intense attraction is so real and irresistible that it makes me realize that missing you would be the greatest regret of my life. Therefore, even if the road ahead is rugged and full of unknown challenges, I am fearless and have resolutely chosen you.

The chubby girl was moved to tears. "I feel the same way. Although I'm not pretty, I know medicine and can make money. I'm willing to build a family with you."

“Alright, let’s go back and meet the parents,” the village chief’s nephew replied with a smile.

"But last time we were drinking, didn't you say you had just found a job? If you take leave after only two days, won't the master be angry with you?" the chubby girl asked with a worried expression.

"It's alright, I'm a guard, not a steward. The manor won't miss me, whether I'm there or not. We'll just go and come back as soon as possible," the village chief's nephew replied nonchalantly.

"Alright then, I'll go buy some gifts. You should ask for leave," the chubby girl replied gently.

"No need, just wait here for me. I'll go buy some gifts, ask for leave, change my clothes, and then come pick you up to go home and meet my parents," the village chief's nephew said with a smile.

"Okay." The chubby girl nodded with a smile, then watched the village chief's nephew walk away into the distance.

Upon returning to her long-lost hometown, Chestnut Girl had barely had time to savor the familiar warmth and comfort when she discovered that her usually robust grandmother had fallen ill and was bedridden. Moreover, her condition was rapidly deteriorating, showing no signs of improvement. This sudden turn of events left Chestnut Girl extremely anxious and deeply worried.

Seeing her grandmother's increasingly haggard face and frail body, Miss Chestnut didn't hesitate to take out her meager savings and hire a renowned doctor from the neighborhood. However, to her utter surprise, this seemingly respectable doctor harbored malicious intentions. While pretending to examine her grandmother's pulse, he sized up Miss Chestnut with lustful eyes. After the examination, the doctor shamelessly told Miss Chestnut that if she was willing to marry him, he would do his utmost to cure her grandmother's illness; otherwise, he would have to stand by and do nothing.

Hearing this, Chestnut Girl trembled with rage, tears instantly blurring her vision. She couldn't believe that this doctor, on whom everyone had placed so much hope, could be so despicable and vile! She glared angrily at the beast in human clothing before her, then turned and ran away crying. She secretly vowed to herself that she would find another way to save her grandmother's life, no matter what, and would never yield to such an evil person.

Following the route she remembered, Chestnut Girl stumbled and fell to Fatty Girl's house, but the door was locked and the doctor wasn't home. Chestnut Girl inquired everywhere and finally found the herb-gathering doctor, then knelt down and begged him to treat her grandmother.

Doctors have the heart of parents, and seeing this, the doctor quickly pulled Chestnut Girl up from the ground and took her to her hometown. After examining her grandmother, the doctor wrote a prescription and instructed Chestnut Girl to get the medicine and brew it.

Fortunately, Fatty's father came to her aid, and Chestnut Girl's grandmother was saved.

In the city, Fatty and the village chief's nephew met again, their bond strengthened. They traveled together to Xinghua Village, where they met the village chief and his wife. Tianqi introduced them with a smile.

"I am an orphan. My uncle and aunt raised me. This is my uncle, who is also the village chief of Xinghua Village. This is my aunt. She is very hardworking and virtuous."

"Hello, Uncle! Hello, Aunt!" the chubby girl greeted politely.

"Hello, young lady!" the village chief's wife replied with a smile.