About this ebook
Dong Ye (Wearing Ye Ye) and Huch Tri (Huha Tri / Trihaang) navigate the delicate balance between tradition and practicality. The old lady worries about her missing husband and son, fearing bad news in July might force a postponement of her daughter Moon’s wedding to Meng Huai. She subtly pushes for an earlier date to secure her daughter’s happiness before uncertainty strikes.
As the family’s trusted steward, Huch Tri supports the decision and begins thoughtfully planning a suitable dowry. Drawing from village customs she has observed, she considers practical gifts — not just gold and silver, but useful household items that reflect a good family’s care — while keeping their exiled status and limited visible wealth in mind.
Meanwhile, daily life continues with steady progress on the rabbit-raising business. To protect the valuable livestock from thieves and mountain animals, Huch Tri decides on a clever, long-term solution: summoning a large pack of fast-growing German Shepherd dogs from her spatial storage. The playful “Little Phan” and other creatures react with excitement to the new arrivals, adding lively chaos to the scene.
About the author
Max. Piccinini brings a grounded, emotionally rich touch to the English AND Malay First Step bilingual series. He skillfully portrays the quiet tensions of family life in exile — blending heartfelt worries about missing loved ones with the practical joys of building a new life through business, marriage, and clever resourcefulness.
His writing shines in scenes that contrast gentle domestic moments (wedding preparations, animal antics) with the lingering shadow of uncertainty from their past.
Feel the loving concern of a mother protecting her daughter’s happiness. Watch a capable wife thoughtfully plan a meaningful dowry while solving real problems with spatial storage and loyal dogs. And experience the warm, everyday rhythm of a family slowly rebuilding in West Village.
