Tong Yao felt uncomfortable under Aunt Luo's odd gaze, but she was too busy discussing the use of the cart to dwell on it. "Aunt Luo, please don't rush to reject this," she said. "I want to borrow your cart to earn money for my family. If I use your tools to make money, it's only fair for me to pay rent. As the old saying goes, clear accounts make good friends. If you refuse to take rent, I'd only feel guilty using it."
Tong Yao's words gave Aunt Luo pause, and she felt it would be wrong to refuse at this point. Renting out the unused cart would not only clear up some space but also bring in a little extra income. Aunt Luo warmed further to Tong Yao, impressed by her respectfulness.
Such a courteous, pragmatic young woman was indeed rare. If she did marry her nephew, that would truly be a blessing.
