She handed ten copper coins to Pei Yuan and, in a low voice, pleaded with her to make a serving for Mo Heng at lunchtime in the future.
Pei Yuan accepted just the ten copper coins, "My family sets up a stall at midday; no one is home to cook or eat. Why don't you discuss this with Old Father Kong?" The eldest sister said they were a big trouble—it was better not to get involved.
Feng Wei fell silent, then turned back to prepare something for Mo Heng to eat.
Pei Yuan informed Pei Qin, who nodded and continued practicing her writing. Sun Dashun said that if materials were prepared in advance and they skipped carving decorations, they could build a courtyard in just two months, and they would be able to move back home.
The next day, Chang Yonglin brought his little buddies over, along with two large boxes of pastries. "I've tasted the sugar-fried peanuts, and my grandfather also likes them. He asked me to bring these pastries for you!"
