After learning the cause of her illness, Old Tang wasted no time and called people over to prepare pots, pans, firewood, rice, oil, and salt, and had them all delivered to the house on Baihua Lane.
For this, he even asked Shen Qinglan if she wanted him to go to the Government to buy a couple of people to help manage the house. He also said she wouldn't have to pay for it, as Shengxiang Restaurant would cover their monthly wages.
With someone offering free help, why not accept it?
So, without a second thought, Shen Qinglan agreed.
Old Tang chose for her an honest couple, around forty years old, who came from another region.
The woman's surname was Yang, and the man's surname was Shao. Shen Qinglan called them Aunt Yang and Uncle Shao.
Aunt Yang was quick with her work; she could not only cook but also did good needlework. Uncle Shao was a bit crippled, but it didn't impede his movement. He was quite strong, and the firewood he chopped was evenly sized.
