Su Xiaowan thought for a moment, then said with embarrassment: "Why not do this - since I buy vegetables elsewhere too, let me buy yours this time. I can get you the money right now."
Before Su Xiaowan could even turn to leave, Liu Ni grabbed her and chastised, "What are you talking about? What are you talking about? Why would you want to pay for these vegetables? Don't ever mention it again. Each time you come, you bring candy or fruit for the kids. The vegetables aren't a big deal."
She carried on, "Don't act like a stranger to me. You're my friend. You don't have to do these things. Just sit down and hear me out. Today, someone irked me quite badly!"
Su Xiaowan had no choice but to sit down. She poured tea for both of them as Zhao Aifen interrupted, "Exactly, Xiao Wan. You see, today Liu Ni became quite angered."
Grabbing Su Xiaowan's hand, Liu Ni continued, "Yes, exactly! Today somebody gossiped about you behind your back, and I overheard it."
