I Turned My Daily Skills Into Divine Ability

Chapter 5: A Timely Help

After finishing lunch, Wei Yi once again brought Shi Tou to burn fuel and forge iron, gaining experience.

After a morning of practice, Wei Yi also realized clearly that the theoretical knowledge of metal heat treatment he had learned in his previous life didn't seem to be of much help to him now.

In his previous life, when conducting heat treatment on metals, he had specialized instruments and special media to accurately control the temperature of heating, insulation, and cooling of the metal, as well as the substances the metal came into contact with, in order to give the metal different mechanical properties.

But now, without these scientific instruments, everything relied solely on personal experience and ability.

It was like the difference between modern Western medicine and ancient Chinese medicine.

So, at this moment, Wei Yi was essentially just randomly pounding and forging, without any technique to speak of.

However, the morning's practice was not without any gains.

Previously, he could only transform a piece of iron from one irregular shape to another irregular shape through pounding.

But now, he could barely control the deformation of the metal.

As for the mechanical properties of the metal, such as hardness, strength, rigidity, and toughness, he had no control over them.

Fortunately, even with this random pounding, he could still gain proficiency.

And Wei Yi felt that perhaps after he livered the skill to Rank One, with the help of the system, he would be able to grasp certain special experiences and techniques and glimpse the path within.

However, just as Wei Yi was crazily forging iron and gaining experience, a delicate and charming figure suddenly walked in through the courtyard gate.

She was dressed in a narrow-sleeved green dress.

Her appearance was beautiful, her features picturesque, her skin fair and tender, and her facial features delicate and exquisite, making her extremely beautiful.

But although her cheeks were delicate and small, the larger parts were indeed large.

The rounded and full curves outlined by the embroidered bodice already explained everything.

After entering the courtyard, the beautiful woman's gaze immediately fell on Wei Yi, who was forging iron.

Surprise appeared on her pretty face, but her eyes also contained a hint of pity.

After a moment of hesitation, she walked straight towards Wei Yi, with graceful and elegant steps.

When she arrived in front of Wei Yi, she slightly bowed and greeted with a smile, "Young Master Wei, why... are you forging iron?"

Seeing the woman in front of him, Wei Yi was momentarily stunned. He immediately stopped his actions, smiled, and made a gesture of respect with his hands, "So it's Manager Meng!"

Naturally, Wei Yi recognized this young woman.

To be precise, it was the original owner of this body who knew her.

In the original owner's heart, there was even a hint of admiration for this beautiful and charming woman.

This woman is Meng Shuilian, the young proprietress of Packed Fragrance Tower, a restaurant at the street corner.

Her father was originally a wealthy merchant in Qingzhou, but their family had no male heirs, only her as the only daughter.

In the earlier years, the Meng family was suppressed by the rising Wan family and the Liu family of Baoxing Trading Company, and their business gradually declined.

Nowadays, their family business is only left with Packed Fragrance Tower.

Moreover, two years ago, they were forced to move from the main street of Qingzhou City to this remote street.

They became neighbors with the Wei family's blacksmith shop.

It was also at that time when her father fell ill and became bedridden.

So the entire business of Packed Fragrance Tower relies on Meng Shuilian to manage.

"I heard before that Young Master Wei was unwell. I wonder if he has fully recovered?" Meng Shuilian did not ask about Wei Yi's blacksmithing work.

She knew in her heart that Wei Yi probably had to put down his pen and pick up the hammer to support his family because of the recent changes in his family.

Just like her father bedridden in the past, she had to step forward from being an unmarried girl and become the proprietress of the restaurant.

Both of them were people with turbulent destinies, naturally able to understand each other.

But looking at the usually elegant and refined young man, who is now covered in rust and dirt, sweating profusely under the scorching sun, she couldn't help but feel heartbroken.

She wished she could help the Wei family get through this difficult time.

Unfortunately, if it were the former Meng family, perhaps they would truly have the ability to do so.

"Thank you for your concern, Manager Meng. Wei is mostly recovered. By the way, did Manager Meng come to buy ironware?" Wei Yi asked with a smile.

"No, I have something to discuss with Aunt Wei!" Meng Shuilian said with a smile.

"Aunt Wei is in the room!"

"Okay, then I won't disturb you, Young Master!" Meng Shuilian's clear and bright eyes couldn't help but glance at Wei Yi, wanting to say something but swallowed it back.

Her long eyelashes drooped, and she suddenly turned around and walked towards the main hall, with a hint of loneliness and sadness in her eyes.

She really liked Wei Yi.

Two years ago, when she first saw Wei Yi, she was attracted by his extraordinary appearance and gentle and refined temperament.

At that time, she was still young and didn't know what liking or love meant.

She only knew about her parents' arrangement and the matchmaker's words.

It was only when she saw Wei Yi that she knew what it felt like to be moved, and what it meant to truly like someone.

Unfortunately, she met the right person at the wrong time.

If she hadn't been rejected by someone, if she were her younger self, she would definitely pursue the person she loved without hesitation.

However, the current me is not worthy of others.

So I can only hide this affection in my heart, not daring to reveal it.

Once upon a time, she was also a proud daughter of a wealthy family.

She was also a famous beauty in Qingzhou City, admired by many wealthy young men.

But her father betrothed her to the son of a good friend.

That man was a scholar who later went to the capital for the imperial examination and became a successful candidate.

He was even appreciated by officials in the imperial court and was promised to marry their daughter.

So Meng Shuilian waited for him for three years, only to receive a broken engagement.

Because of this engagement, Meng Shuilian missed the best age for marriage.

And she was despised by others because of the broken engagement.

Meng Shuilian herself had high standards and looked down on ordinary people.

She didn't want to marry someone she didn't like or become a concubine to older men.

So even though she is already twenty-two years old, she has not yet married.

You should know that in this era where girls are expected to marry at fifteen or sixteen, twenty-two is already considered an old leftover woman.

"What a beautiful girl, but she is so narrow-minded, actually caring about someone else's previous engagement!" Looking at Meng Shuilian's graceful figure and the three thousand strands of black hair flowing behind her, Wei Yi muttered to himself.

Based on the memories of the original owner, Wei Yi knew that his predecessor also liked Meng Shuilian.

After all, she was truly a stunning beauty, worthy of admiration.

But this person's mind was brainwashed by so-called sages and moral teachings, and their thinking was narrow-minded.

They actually cared about someone else's previous engagement and the fact that it wasn't the best time.

That's why they treated her with indifference.

Truly deserving of punishment.

In Wei Yi's eyes, a woman like Meng Shuilian is the best time.

Just like the fruit on a tree.

Fifteen or sixteen-year-old girls are too immature.

In their early twenties, they are just right, ripe and juicy.

Meng Shuilian arrived at the main hall of Zhengfang and softly said, "Aunt Wei, are you here?"

Wei Xue was in her room at this time, staring at the house deed in a daze. When she heard Meng Shuilian's voice, she snapped back to reality and put the house deed into a wooden box before walking from the bedroom to the main hall.

"Manager Meng is here."

"Aunt Wei!" Meng Shuilian walked up and handed a heavy bag of money to Wei Xue.

"Here are fifty taels of silver. Although it's not much, you can use it for emergencies. If it's not enough, I'll find a way to raise more money for you." Meng Shuilian said in a low voice.

Upon hearing Meng Shuilian's words, Wei Xue looked at the bag of money in her hand, feeling extremely complicated.

It's true that true colors are revealed in times of adversity.

When the Wei family fell into trouble, some people took advantage of the situation and were aggressive.

But there were also people who came to help in times of need.

Although she knew that Meng Shuilian was helping because she liked Wei Yi and wanted to save face for him, she couldn't deny that she was grateful.

But no matter what, she knew that it was impossible between her and Wei Yi.

But she could still help out of righteousness, and this kindness made her extremely grateful.

"This, this is not appropriate, Manager Meng. I appreciate your kindness, but I can't accept this money. When the house is sold, we should be able to get through this crisis!" Wei Xue said gratefully.

But she really couldn't accept Meng Shuilian's favor.

In fact, in Wei Xue's heart, she used to care about Meng Shuilian's previous engagement.

Personally, she really liked Meng Shuilian, who was intelligent, capable, and considerate.

But as someone like a mother to Wei Yi, she naturally hoped that Wei Yi could have a better match.

It's not that she looked down on Meng Shuilian.

It's just that the times and concepts determined her way of thinking.

So she felt guilty.

And this fifty taels of silver was not a small amount.

The Meng family's fortunes have declined, and Packed Fragrance Tower is barely surviving under the pressure from other families.

For Meng Shuilian, fifty taels of silver is also not a small amount.

"Just take it, Aunt Wei. Consider it as a loan from me. When you get through this difficult time, you can repay me later. There are still many things that need to be taken care of by Uncle Wei, and selling the house shouldn't be rushed. If you rush to sell, you might not get a good price. You don't have to feel embarrassed. Wei Gongzi has a bright future ahead of him. If he becomes successful in the future, this little girl might still rely on the Wei family for help!" Meng Shuilian said.

"Thank you, Manager Meng. I'm really grateful. With this money, we can breathe a little easier." Wei Xue felt extremely grateful. With this money, they could ease their situation a bit.

"Aunt Wei, if you encounter any difficulties in the future, just tell me. If I can help, I will do my best. Although my Meng family's fortunes have declined, I still have some connections in Qingzhou City." Meng Shuilian said sincerely.

She really wanted to help the Wei family and help Wei Yi.

As she listened to the continuous sound of hammering outside...

Meng Shuilian felt as if that hammer was pounding on her heart, making her feel uncomfortable.

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(End of this chapter)