Chapter 136 The Human Tooth Merchant's Trade

Because Cheng Hao was so capable.

To the extent that the servants beneath him complimented him in all sorts of ways every day.

Praise in front of others and behind their backs.

The people from the three teams, led by the Cheng family, had become veritable praise-givers these days, as if competing daily to see who had a larger vocabulary for compliments. They could say anything, almost to the point of enshrining Cheng Hao on an altar.

It was quite amusing.

Su Miaomiao also enjoyed hearing others praise her childhood friend, and she had loved it since she was little.

She was happier when others praised Cheng Hao than when they praised her.

She was just being playful.

Cheng Hao was amused by her teasing and told her to stop fooling around, but he did feel the pressure.

Having spent this time together, sharing the same fate.

It was impossible not to have feelings.

Although Su Miaomiao was the most important, he had also gradually become invested in the caravan.

Naturally, he couldn't let everyone down, or lead them astray again.

Su Miaomiao naturally understood this.

After teasing her childhood friend, she nuzzled his shoulder with her head and comforted him, "Don't worry, when have you ever handled things improperly? Even if there's a slight mistake, no one will blame you, because you'll have done your best."

Cheng Hao reached out and stroked the back of her head. Her hair was soft, and people always said that those with soft hair also had soft hearts, which was indeed true.

Su Miaomiao always comforted him like this.

From childhood to adulthood.

His grandparents were strict, and his parents were so demanding that it left him breathless.

They had high expectations for him.

He was never allowed to make mistakes; even the slightest slip-up or error would be magnified infinitely, and all he would receive in return was reprimand.

Although he also received affection from Su Miaomiao's grandparents, they couldn't fully attend to him. After all, they weren't his biological grandparents, and they also had to be mindful of their friendship with his own family, so they dared not interfere too much.

But Su Miaomiao was different. She was like a bright pearl bestowed upon him by heaven.

Illuminating his world.

Not like the moon, appearing and disappearing, but always able to be held in his hand and illuminate him.

And illuminating him alone.

Even if he made a mistake, she would generously wave her hand and forgive him. If he failed, she would say to him, "It's okay, you're amazing!"

She would also tolerate his temper. The only person in the world who didn't mind his failures, and would even become stronger herself because of his failures to protect him in turn. She was truly brave.

Cheng Hao suddenly wanted to say thank you to her, and he did.

Su Miaomiao suddenly looked up at him, almost disbelieving that he would so naturally express his inner thoughts. Her eyes sparkled.

Then she smiled again, sat up straight from her position leaning against him, patted his shoulder, and said in a mock-serious tone, "Not bad, Comrade Cheng, great progress! Keep up the good work. Although I don't know why you're suddenly thanking me, being able to express it is a good thing! I don't actually mind if you loudly recite 'I love Su Miaomiao' three times a day within the caravan... Mmmph!!"

The subsequent rambling was stifled by Cheng Hao's hand.

He only heard him grind his teeth and say, "You're asking a bit too much of me."

Su Miaomiao was just teasing him. Even with her mouth covered, she was restless, pouting to kiss his palm, her bright eyes almost disappearing from her smile.

Cheng Hao was also greatly amused by her, and the small pressure in his heart disappeared.

Given that there were quite a few people around.

Otherwise, Su Miaomiao would have directly wrapped her arms around his neck and wanted to snuggle.

It was simply because her childhood friend's smile was too handsome!

She cherished it dearly!

Forever captivated by his smile!

As the two of them flirted, the onlookers, though surprised, also found it endearing. In this era, moral constraints were not as strong. One often saw men and women being intimate by the roadside, but they felt something was amiss, as if their eyes were about to go blind. They would even sigh about the decline of morality.

But these two young people.

Not only were they a perfect match, but their eyes also held a pure affection.

Though not entirely innocent.

Yet, it was so clean, with only the joy of having each other reflected in their eyes.

Therefore, it was not off-putting.

Instead, people couldn't help but steal glances, but they dared not look too long for fear of offending them.

They felt envious in their hearts.

To have someone whose eyes were filled with you, what virtue had earned that?

Everyone shook their heads and smiled, not daring to look any longer, but they would definitely gossip about it later with those around them, saying that they had met a young couple today with such a loving relationship. They weren't very old, but they weren't young either, and they could still play like this.

Like children.

Those who had chatted with Cheng Hao couldn't help but ask a few questions. Upon learning that they were newlyweds and had known each other since childhood, they became even more envious.

Since they wouldn't have too much interaction with these people, the two of them claimed to be childhood sweethearts. Even if they were to meet later by chance and someone overheard it, and it reached the ears of the caravan members.

Everyone would just think it was the excuse of these two mischievous young couples to fend off questions.

After all, they all knew.

Cheng Hao and Su Miaomiao had met through arranged introductions by their families. One had studied away from home for years, and the other had lived a sheltered life, rarely stepping out of her chambers.

Where would childhood sweethearts come from?

So, they weren't afraid; they were simply relying on this little bit of cleverness to show off.

They wanted to say that they had truly accompanied each other for many, many years.

It was very childish.

But it was also very happy.

The smile on Su Miaomiao's face never wavered, and she held Cheng Hao's hand openly.

He did the same.

And those who had spoken with Cheng Hao, looking at the determined gaze in their eyes.

Understood.

With a knowing smile, they each offered their blessings, such as wishes for a harmonious union. These were not insincere platitudes, but rather were said with genuine smiles. The couple nodded frequently to express their gratitude and wished them well in return. Seeing the young couple's politeness, everyone became even more amiable.

But they didn't chat for too long.

Then, it became quiet again.

However, with someone accompanying them, even the waiting time didn't feel long.

Cheng Hao and Su Miaomiao felt as though they hadn't spoken more than a few words before it was their turn.

The burly man going to buy cattle smiled and nodded at the couple as he left, saying in a deep, rough voice, "Come visit us at home when you have some free time!"

The man had told them his address, and Cheng Hao, with his good memory, naturally remembered it.

He smiled and replied, "When we're settled, we'll welcome you to visit us."

The burly man scratched his head and agreed with a smile.

Su Miaomiao also felt that people here had a common trait: they liked to invite others to visit them. She guessed that it might be because the times were too turbulent, with many losing family and friends, and many refugees coming here. People leaving their homeland, some without relatives nearby, thus they all wanted to meet more people. So, if they found someone likable, they would extend an olive branch, wanting to get to know them better.