Previously, Yes

Coincidentally, Li Wazi and his family came by, and they met at the door. Liu Liushi held onto Liu Ran and they stepped aside, allowing them through.

Ye Liu walked towards them, greeting Li Wazi's family before speaking to Liu Liushi, "Mrs. Liu, we're looking for casual workers at the moment. You're welcome to stay if you're willing to work."

Liu Liushi stopped in her tracks and looked over at Liu Duo. She thought it was Liu Duo's idea. But Liu Duo merely shot a look at Liu Ran and continued her conversation with Little Lian, teasing Little Huzi too.

Ye Liu added, amid the silence, "Rest assured, the wages will be paid fairly."

Aunt Li looked at Ye Liu and the guests at the door. She asked Liu Duo, "Dear, are the woman and the child there your mother and little brother?"

Liu Duo nodded, not denying the fact, "Previously, yes."

Aunt Li noted that Liu Duo didn't want to talk about it, so she didn't probe. Instead, she began to keep busy by peeling the bamboo shoots.