The woman who agreed to let Su Yuhan stay, Aunt Liu, was a local villager.
Aunt Liu lived with just her husband. They had a son and a daughter, but both were away, either working or at school.
The two vacant rooms were perfect for Su Yuhan and her two companions.
Su Yuhan's group arrived at Aunt Liu's house with the ingredients they'd traded for; Aunt Liu and her husband had just gotten home themselves.
After Aunt Liu explained the situation, the rather taciturn Uncle Liu didn't say much. He just nodded, signaling his agreement with his wife's decision.
The couple hadn't started making dinner yet. Even though Su Yuhan's group had brought their own food, it wouldn't be right to do nothing and just wait for their hosts to serve them.
So, Su Yuhan suggested they borrow Aunt Liu's kitchen and cook a meal for their hosts to try. It could be their way of paying for the night's accommodation.
