Chapter 137: Chapter 137: Little Dummy Protects Mom

Seeing that Qin Yuelan was on the verge of tears, Gu Mo tiptoed and stretched out his chubby little hand to reach her face.

His soft, milky voice comforted her as he gently wiped the corners of her eyes. “Don’t cry, Mommy. Dummy feels sad for you.”

Qin Yuelan had been holding back, but when she heard this, she couldn’t help but laugh through her tears, which slid down her cheeks.

Oh, her little Dummy—how could he be so thoughtful, so understanding!

Gu Mo opened his arms and hugged her neck. His arms weren’t long enough, so he could only pat the back of her neck lightly. “Dummy will protect Mommy.”

Gu Mo felt he was being very serious and earnest when he said this. He meant every word and would do exactly as he promised.

But he didn’t know that, when Qin Yuelan heard these words, they stirred up a completely different emotion in her heart.

Qin Yuelan picked Gu Mo up and kissed his soft, fair cheek. “Don’t worry, Dummy. From now on, Mommy will protect you well. I won’t let anyone bully us ever again!”

Gu Mo: ???

That’s not what he meant at all!

Qin Yuelan didn’t notice the question marks on Gu Mo’s face. She carried him off to wash their hands and faces, and then the mother and son went to eat together.

After they finished eating and tidied up the dishes, Qin Yuelan gathered up all the animal-shaped stones, washed them clean in a basin, and set them out in the sun to dry.

Looking at the dozen or so delicate little stones, Qin Yuelan thought that maybe Gu Mo was right after all.

These little things—kids would definitely like them, wouldn’t they?

People in the county town have money. Maybe someone would really like them and buy them!

But where should she sell them?

Maybe she could ask Yu Hai. He often went to the county to sell things and probably knew a bit about this sort of thing.

As she was lost in her thoughts, she looked up and happened to see Gu Jianguo walking toward them.

He must have walked back under the scorching sun, because his head was covered in sweat and his face was flushed red.

Qin Yuelan quickly stood up. “Jianguo, you’re back? Have you eaten?”

As she spoke, Gu Jianguo had already entered the yard. “No, make me something to eat, will you?”

Saying that, he went over to the water basin in the yard to wash his hands and face.

Hearing that he hadn’t eaten, Qin Yuelan hurried to the kitchen, grumbling as she went, “Didn’t I tell you to take some money? Why didn’t you buy something to eat in the county at noon?”

It was already late afternoon, and Gu Jianguo still hadn’t eaten. He must have been hungry for most of the day.

After washing his face, Gu Jianguo felt much less tired and smiled. “It’s fine. It’s just a short walk home. Why waste money buying food in the county?”

They’d already spent quite a bit buying things earlier, and since he hadn’t found any work, Gu Jianguo was pinching every penny—he couldn’t bear to spend money on food. That would be too extravagant!

Afraid he’d go hungry, Qin Yuelan quickly made some dough drop soup. It was quick and easy, and soon it was ready.

Looking at the big bowl of soup, Gu Jianguo frowned a little, but knowing it was Qin Yuelan’s way of caring for him, he said nothing and started eating.

While he was eating, Qin Yuelan brought over the animal-shaped stones for him to see.

“Jianguo, look—Dummy picked these up from who knows where. I think they’re pretty interesting. Kids would definitely like them. How about we try selling them in the county?”

Gu Jianguo paused, glanced at the little stones on the table, and showed some interest. “Picked up? Where? Are there any more? Even if we sell them, this isn’t very many.”"

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