Chapter 491: Nauseous
When the group went back, Third Sister-in-law said: "I was saying how did Er Ni get a macth with such a good condition. She got dressed up by Qing He. I didn't recognize her anymore."
Third Brother looked happy: "Er Ni brought back a good one."
Third Sister-in-law mentally remarked that it was unordinary good. Not only was he a big boss of a big factory, but also got the looks and talents. Where can one find this?
Most importantly how he treated them. Polite and well-educated.
No wonder Qing He said that her parents-in-law were deeply satisfied. It was evident that he fancied Er Ni.
Wang Yuan rode a bicycle with Zhou Er Ni on. Zhou Yang rode another with his brother behind. The group of people came back to the neither-far-nor-near village.
The journey back wasn't easy to travel. Still, Wang Yuan didn't mind.
Once Zhou Er Ni saw the village, she spoke: "In front is our Zhoujia Village."
Most of Zhoujia Village were surnamed Zhou. All those surnamed Zhou were somewhat related on their ancestor-level. Still, the branches were far apart. A good few had a bad relationship with each other.
The three siblings came back along with a young man with a great appearance. The youth with good temperament carried Zhou Er Ni back. Instantly, it spread through the village.
Then it spread even further through the mouth of the village branch secretary's wife.
When Zhou Liu Ni heard the news, she was stunned. Immediately. she ran home to look for her mother.
Second Sister-in-law was making sticky bean buns. When she saw her coming back, she scolded: "You lazy bum, where are you did you run off to when we're so busy. When it's time to eat, you eat a lot. Then it comes to work and you hide faster than anyone!"
"Mother, don't talk about this. Do you know? Er Ni came back with a match. A match from the capital city. I heard that he looks impressive. One can tell he is rich at first sight!" Zhou Liu Ni anxiously said.
Second Sister-in-law froze: "Er Ni is back? And brought back a capital city partner?"
"I heard that he is a successful person!" Zhou Liu Ni emphasised.
"Go and call your father!" Second Sister-in-law quickly urged.
Second Brother was napping. There was nothing to do in the winter. What would one, if not sleep? The key factor was mental exhaustion.
His eldest brother and his third brother have all brick houses, while he still lived in the room allocated by his parents. Second Brother felt aggrieved.
But when Second Brother heard that his niece, Er Ni had brought her match back, he had to get up and go over and see.
Zhou Liu Ni wanted to follow him.. Second Brother said in a huff: "You stay at home."
"Father, I want to go over and have a look. I haven't seen Sister Er Ni for a long time." Zhou Liu Ni refused to obey and insisted on following.
Second Brother had no choice but to bring her over.
When Zhou Liu Ni saw Zhou Er Ni looking almost like a city girl without a sign of rustic rural flavor, she felt sour. Almost comparable to lemon juice. Extremely sour.
Her fourth aunt was too biased. She dressed Zhou Er Ni so prettily and so trendy. One got to know, in terms of looks, she was much better than Zhou Er Ni. Zhou Er Ni's appearance was at most not ugly!
Zhou Liu Ni also saw Wang Yuan. She was even more sour and jealous. First impression, this man was rich. Definitely rich. At first glance, he was unordinary. Also, he had a household registration in the capital city. How did he like Er Ni?
Zhou Liu Ni didn't stay there. She would probably die from sourness if she stayed any longer.
Second Sister-in-law was also waiting for news. Whether it was first branch or third branch, she had never went over to help with the meals during the house construction. Now the relationship was really bad. So Second Sister-in-law didn't go over.
Seeing her daughter return, she spoke, "Really brought back a match from the capital?"
"Would it be fake?" Zhou Liu Ni was sick to death. If she went to the capital back then and successfully stayed, would she be like this now?
With her methods and appearance, she would definitely be able to find boyfriend in the capital. Who could have thought her fourth aunt would be so cruel and sent her back directly.
Take a look at how well off Zhou Er Ni was now. How beautiful were those clothes? It was as good as the people in the city. If she was allowed to stay in the capital at that time, she could be the same!
"That match is really that good?" asked Second Sister-in-law.
"Looks young and promising." Zhou Liu Ni answered in dissatisfaction: "Mother, say, why is Fourth Aunt so unfair? She's so nice to Eldest Uncle's family and to Third Uncle's family. But only to our family, she didn't give any care? Even the position, she would rather give it to outsiders over me!"
Second Sister-in-law didn't speak. Was this not her thoughts too?
She brought two of first branch's girls to the capital. Zhou Yang was also promoted by her.
She gave third branch the capital to open a shop in the city and also bought a motorcycle. Wu Ni, a girl, also passed the college entrance examination.
Only for her second branch, basically received nothing.
There was never a time Lin Qing He didn't look down on her!
Second Brother came back soon. He will go over to eat in the evening. Er Ni and Wang Yuan just returned and were tired, so he didn't want to disturb them.
"Father, Sister Er Ni became so good after she went to the capital. Sister Si Ni went to the capital and will definitely become like this in the future. Become like the people in the city. Since you can converse to Fourth Uncle and Fourth Aunt, how about you help me say a few words. I will definitely bring you such an excellent son-in-law from the capital back and let our family have face." Seeing her father come back, Zhou Liu Ni won't give up and stated.
"You?" Second Brother gave her a strange look: "Why do you still say this kind of thing?"
"Father, I am your daughter!" Zhou Liu Ni couldn't help utter.
Second Brother nodded and said: "Because you are my daughter, I know your character. Don't think about going to the capital. With the way you are, you can't help with anything when you're there. Your fourth uncle and fourth aunt have to take care of your grandparents. They don't have time to take care of you as well."
These words were very straightforward. Second Sister-in-law's face was ugly: "Family head, why do you talk like this?"
"Didn't I say it clearly enough? What kind of character is your own daughter, don't you know?" Second Brother looked at her.
He wanted to compliment his daughter and also desired that his daughter can bring a capital's son-in-law back to garner face. But the key thing was can this daughter suitable? Come on.
"This year, she will be eighteen after the new year. It's time to get married. You can find someone to marry Liu Ni. Anyway, she is so lazy. Can't expect to keep her at home to do work." Second Brother continued.
Second Sister-in-law didn't refute and said, "I'm already keeping an eye out."
Zhou Liu Ni was vexed. Why Zhou Er Ni can marry a partner from the capital and she can't!?
But her father won't budge. Zhou Liu Ni turned around and went back to the room. She sulked on her kang. She realized she felt nauseous and wanted to vomit.
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In the hometown, Wang Yuan stayed at his wife's home.
Back to the capital's side. Old Zhou Family was also preparing for the New Year.
Mother Zhou had made braised ducks. She learned it from an old lady in the park and bought two ducks and tried it out.
First, marinate the duck meat. When they want to eat it, get some and stir-fry it. It was also very delicious.
When she finished it, she called Hu Zi to sent it over. In addition, there were two killed chickens, which were prepared for this side.
Lin Qing He had let go of the rein. The food at home was all prepared by Zhou Qing Bai.
For example, this year they had stocked a lot of lamb chops and beef.
With the deepening of the reform, these meats in the market were becoming more and more abundant. As long as one had money, they don't have to worry about not being able to buy them.
Lin Qing He liked the mutton and wolfberry soup her family Qing Bai stewed for her in a small soup cup.
Small soup cup
Lamb chops was put in. So the cup of soup was particularly flavorful. Lin Qing He felt satisfied every time she drank it.
It wasn't just the mutton soup. There were also other soups, such as chicken soup. Lin Qing He had been drinking these this winter, resulting her cheeks to be rosy.
When Mother Weng came over to see her, she was a little surprised: "Qing He, what have you eaten? This face is round."
Lin Qing He dryly coughed. She did paid attention to body maintenance, but don't know what was up with her family's Qing Bai. His cooking skills had improved a lot. Every soup he stewed seemed to taste like love.
She didn't really want to drink it, but she couldn't resist.
She often had red bean and red date congee. He privately turned on the stove for her alone. No one else had it.
Red bean and red date congee
In addition, it was a holiday break. So, she relaxed and gained weight. So her figure uncontrollably became a little bit fatter.
"Are you free tomorrow? Wang Yuan's car key is with me. I plan to go to the hot spring. Call old Weng and let us go together?" Lin Qing He said.
Wang Yuan's car was parked here. He gave her the car keys. Lin Qing He drove it to the small workshop and parked it there. It could be used.
Mother Weng kind of missed the hot spring. Plus the weather was cold. It was time for it, so she said, "Okay, we'll go tomorrow."
Lin Qing He sought Zhou Qing Bai and told him about it. Zhou Qing Bai had no objection. From the start, he spoiled his wife. Now it was even more limitless. As long as his wife speaks, there was no way he'll disagree.
So the next day Zhou Qing Bai and Lin Qing He picked up Father Weng and Mother Weng and the two couples came to the hot spring together.
It was the twenty-seventh of December. The dumpling shop was closed. Only the beverage shop and the dry good shop were left open. They continued to do business.
So it was a leisurely time for the two Zhou brothers.
Just like them, Gang Zi was a little too idle. As for Hu Zi, there was no free time. Lin Qing He told him to take some clothes and go out to set up a street stall.
She gave him a lot of profit space. All the profits were his own.
On such cold days, it wasn't an easy job. Still, Hu Zi was very happy.
There were still business during the last few days of the year. As long as he can market, it wasn't a problem to make a few yuans a day.
In addition to earning this money, he went on dates with Chen Shan Shan. So he was basically in the busy category.
"Forget it. Let's go to the beverage shop to help." Zhou Gui Lai sighed.
"There are a lot of people over there. We can't help much if we go. How about going to grandpa and grandma's side?" Gang Zi asked.
"Okay." Zhou Gui Lai nodded and checked with his second brother. Zhou Xuan didn't want to go out. So the two of them made way by themselves.
When they came over, they encountered old Madam Zhu. Old Madam Zhu asked: "Why didn't your sister Hong Xia come with you?"
"Sister Hong Xia got to watch the shop." Gang Zi answered her.
Zhou Hong Xia was Zhou Si Ni. She helped at the beverage shop. There was no break during the New Year, but she did get double salary.
After entering the yard, Zhou Gui Lai said, "I wonder why that old lady is inquiring about Sister Si Ni?"
"Who inquired about Si Ni?" Zhou Xiao Mei happened to come out to pour water, and uttered after hearing these words.
"Old Madam Zhu from next door." Zhou Gui Lai answered.
Because of Zhu Zhen Zhen's affairs, Zhou Xiao Mei's impression of old Zhu's family was so-so. She said, "What did she ask?"
"Just to ask why Sister Si Ni didn't come here. Is Sister Si Ni familiar with her?" Zhou Gui Lai asked.
"Not familiar at all." Zhou Xiao Mei poured out the water and replied.
They entered inside together. Mother Zhou was peeling peanuts and watching TV. Zhou Gui Lai and Gang Zi helped her peel them.
"Peel it off and send it to your sister San Ni. Got to eat more peanuts when pregnant. The child will be white and plump in the future." Mother Zhou said.
"Okay." Zhou Gui Lai agreed.
He and Gang Zi didn't pay old Madam Zhu's question any heed and didn't mention it. However, Zhou Xiao Mei was concerned.
Out of nowhere, old Madam Zhu cared about Si Ni. Besides, she wasn't someone who would care for no reason.
She told her mother about this.
Mother Zhou was shocked, and then said: "I haven't heard anything from Si Ni about conversing with her."
"You have to tell Si Ni to watch out. Don't let her go deceive her." Zhou Xiao Mei warned.
Mother Zhou took this matter to heart. In fact, Zhou Xiao Mei had really guessed right. Old Madam Zhu had ideas on Zhou Si Ni.
Originally, old Madam Zhu looked down on a country girl like Zhou Si Ni, but it couldn't withstand against her sister's ability.
She married to such a big boss who ran a clothing factory by himself and travelled in a car. The whole body's aura gave a rich vibe.
If one don't look upon the face of the monk, they would upon the face of the Buddha. When they become relatives, didn't it mean that they have such a big boss as their relative? Then the matter of arranging a good job in the future only required a sentence?
Also her fourth uncle's family. They can afford a large truck. Their conditions were good.
Then look at Zhou Si Ni. Although she was from the country and got the rural smell, she wasn't too terrible. She barely matched up to her grandson.
So, she had the intention to form a marriage.
For this matter, old Madam Zhu intended to ask old Madam Hu to be the middleperson.
However, old Madam Hu rejected. Old Madam Hu held a grudge against her for ridiculing her for matching Zhen Zhen to Hu Zi last time.
So she really didn't want to help this time. Especially when old Madam Zhu's grandson's conditions weren't so good.
So old Madam Zhu could only find Zhou Si Ni by herself. She wanted to copy old Madam Hu's method from that time and lure old Zhou Family's granddaughter. Then she'll let the young ones date by themselves.
She didn't believe that girl, Hong Xia with a rural household registration could resist the temptation of a capital household registration. The marriage would surely be a done deal by then.
Old Madam Zhu was somewhat satisfied with being in-laws with old Zhou Family. After all, they were relatively rich.
The only regret was that her filial eldest granddaughter had already been arranged to marry and failed to marry Zhou Kai. The honest boy didn't have the luck.
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Zhou Kai, who was said to be out of luck, had no time to come back.
But he was invited by Weng Guo Liang at their side to celebrate the New Year together.
Don't look at how capable Weng Mei Jia was at work, she wasn't very good at cooking. After all, as the youngest daughter in the family, there was no need for her to cook. Just having good academic performance was enough.
So her cooking skills were average. While Zhou Kai's cooking skills were sufficient. He showed his skills and wrapped the egg dough dumplings. Whether it was Weng Guo Liang or Weng Mei Jia, they were very satisfied with the food.
"At this time last year, we went to pay a New Year's Eve visit to Aunt Lin. This year we can't go back." Weng Mei Jia remarked.
The hospital added a few more surgery bed this year, so she remained. Of course, she could also go back, but she gave the opportunity to a married colleague.
"Should be able to ask for leave next year and go back." Zhou Kai said.
He also wanted to go back, but he really couldn't ask for leave. So he let it dropped. It was fine to stay here for the New Year.
"By the way, Elder Brother is going to transfer to a civil position?" Zhou Kai asked Weng Guo Liang.
He simply addressed Weng Guo Dong as Elder Brother.
"If it is early, he will transfer next year. At latest, it will be transferred the year after that." Weng Guo Liang nodded.
If one can't get promoted when they reached the age, they will have to retire. However, because the position wasn't low, they will be transferred to a civil position. Then they will have the opportunity to climb up in politics. This depended on their personal ability.
"Transfer to a civil position is good. If not, your elder brother will soon become an old bachelor and won't find a match at this side." Zhou Kai said.
"What can't find a match? It's because he doesn't want to find one. It's not that no one introduced someone to him." Weng Guo Liang responded. He got a girlfriend recently, but she went home for the New Year and didn't stay to accompany him.
In fact, there were people dating here. For example, many of the nurses here were girls. Especially new graduates, like his sister were an excellent choice for soldiers.
They were very popular. Even when their appearance was very ordinary, there will be many soldiers who would pursue them.
Not to mention his sister, who can receive love letters every day. Those aunts and uncles were very willing to introduce her a match.
"Mei Jia, if you find a boyfriend, you have to tell your second brother. Second Brother will check for you, understand? Some are human-faced but beast-hearted. They look good, but they are actually not good." Weng Guo Liang reminded.
About an hour away from here, there was a county city. In that county city, there were some girls who do that business.
Some people ran over there during their day off. Weng Guo Liang hadn't been there before. Some people sought him to go together.
Zhou Kai agreed with this and said: "Your second brother is right. Don't casually date. Before you date, we must agree to it."
Not to mention Weng Guo Liang, Zhou Kai had received these invites. Some soldiers were really very good and reliable. But no matter where they were, there were always good and bad.
The words are good. But Weng Guo Liang didn't want to look at him when he saw his old classmate won't bloom and gave him an eye roll.
"Did I say something wrong?" Zhou Kai asked in confusion.
"No." Weng Mei Jia said calmly.
She knew about his low EQ a long time ago. According to Aunt Lin, he failed to inherit her EQ, Whether it was his size or this EQ, he inherited from his father.
"Tomorrow I plan to go to the city to buy some apples and oranges and come back to eat. Eat too much meat will me overheated." Zhou Kai said: "Do you guys want? If you want it, I will bring you some back."
"Bring more." Weng Guo Liang replied.
Zhou Kai stayed here for a long time before he went back first. Weng Guo Liang rubbed his forehead and said, "Mom praised this kid to the sky as peerless. But you can see how he won't open up."
No thought in this aspect at all.
Weng Mei Jia said: "It's pretty good."
Weng Guo Liang looked at her in amazement: "Still pretty good? He's just like Elder Brother. Simply a blockhead. Not romantic at all."
He knew how to be romantic. If not, how can he find a girlfriend? What's more a good-looking one?
She went back this year because she hadn't gone back for a long time. If not, she will stay with him to celebrate the New Year. She was very good at cooking and often cooked soup for him.
Only his kind can please his wife!
Weng Mei Jia smiled, but didn't care much. He didn't understand now, so she'll wait for him.
Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai, who didn't know that their low EQ eldest son had made the girl secretly vow, was returning with Father Weng and Mother Weng.
They had been out to play for a day and had great fun.
Lin Qing He said, "It's quite desolate if you two eat it by yourself on New Year's Eve. How about coming over to our home and join our table? This year is mutton hot pot. With more people, it'll be lively."
Mother Weng's heart was moved. She looked at Father Weng and said, "Then we will join your table on New Year's Eve?"
Father Weng was helpless and said, "Guo Dong is coming back this year."
Really, his wife really didn't treat herself as a stranger. They hadn't become in-laws yet. It won't matter much after they become in-laws. Currently, it was embarrassing.
"Yes. Guo Dong is coming back. I almost forgot about him." Mother Weng remembered now.
"It's okay to bring Guo Dong and come over." Lin Qing He said, "I haven't seen him yet."
"Wait until New Year's Day and we'll bring him over to give New Year's greeting." Father Weng said with a smile.
Lin Qing He didn't comment and just said: "OK. We will be at home then. Any time will do."
"The second is better. You are too busy on the first," Father Weng responded.
"That's no problem either." Lin Qing He nodded. On the first, the employees will come over, so the house was quite noisy. So forget it. It'll be the second then.
Zhou Qing Bai was in charge of driving. He had no objection to this. His wife can decide.
After sending Father Weng and Mother Weng home, they then drove home.
Lin Qing He said, "The effect of this hot spring is really good." She felt her whole body was relaxed.
Zhou Qing Bai said: "Since that side have set one up, other places will also as well. Maybe it won't be too far." The driving speed in winter was slow, so it seem to be a little far away.
Even though it was far away, there were a lot of people going there to soak in hot springs. One can see how the business was. And because it was the new year, they even raised the fee. At the beginning of the year, it was only ten yuan. Even back then, Mother Zhou felt it was too expensive.
Right now, it directly went up to 20 per person. About double.
According to the current development of the capital, there will definitely be other hot spring in the future.
Once they were home, it was late afternoon. Nobody were at home. Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai both ate at the hot spring, so they don't need to eat anymore.
The couple went out for a day, so they went back to the room to rest first. On the way, they also completed the great cause of making a baby.
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If Weng Family was going have New Year's Eve dinner with them, then Lin Qing He planned to open stove in the dumpling shop. Since they weren't coming, Lin Qing He called everyone and went to join Father Zhou and Mother Zhou's table and enjoy the liveliness.
Basically all the descendants of old Zhou Family gathered there.
Even Chen Shan Shan was called over to have New Year's Eve dinner with them. Old Chen's side had no objection. After all, they were dating and was going to get married.
So this year it was okay to come over with Hu Zi for New Year's Eve dinner.
For such a large group of people, Zhou Qing Bai had to make preparation in advance. He custom ordered two large round tables, which just happened to have enough seating area.
Old Wang said: "This year's New Year is even more lively than in previous years."
"Ain't that right. It'll great if it's like this every year." Mother Zhou beamed.
Father Zhou was also full of joy: "A family that lives in harmony will prosper. Everyone, let's have a toast together."
Then all those who can drink alcohol stood up, and those who can't drink, had soft beverage. The two tables full was quite a feast.
Everyone had a merry New Year's Eve dinner. There was also a Spring Festival Gala on the TV, which was quite lively.
After eating, the young children went out for a stroll. Zhou brothers and the others also went out to play. There was no tranquility outside tonight.
"This year is a beautiful year." Zhou Xiao Mei smilingly remarked.
"Of course, it's beautiful. At our old home, Eldest Sister-in-law and the others are living well." Lin Qing He jollily responded.
"Fourth's wife, is Wang Yuan accustom to living at home? Did you call back to ask?" Mother Zhou asked.
"I just called today. Eldest Sister-in-law came to pick it up." Lin Qing He answered.
Since Wang Yuan went back with Er Ni, Eldest Sister-in-law and Eldest Brother saw the second son-in-law themselves. The original photo had them satisfied, let alone now. The couple never dreamt about having such a son-in-law?
Especially Wang Yuan was really peaceful. Of course, this was also due to his willingness to be peaceful. If he wasn't willing, his attitude can be very arrogant and wild. He was the second generation of power family in thing as well as becoming a rich generation by his own ability. How can he not be arrogant?
But toward his father-in-law and mother-in-law, he was approachable. And with his kind of identity, it naturally gave them a better impression of him.
When she talked to Eldest Sister-in-law on the phone, Eldest Sister-in-law was brimming with joy.
"Wang Yuan, this child is realistic. I can rest assured with handing over Er Ni over to him." Mother Zhou was very happy hearing this. Then she looked at Lin Qing He with a gentle look: "It's thanks to Fourth's wife's willingness to train Er Ni and nurtured her so well. If not, the other party might not set his eyes on her."
Lin Qing He couldn't stand the gaze in her mother-in-law's eyes and said, "I can't take credit for it. Er Ni is studious and willing to learn. On top of that, she is willing to listen. Only then, I would teach. Mother, those who won't listen, I won't teach, even if you want me to."
Mother Zhou was a little embarrassed. She straightened her face and honestly spoke: "At the beginning, I wanted you to teach Qiang Zi."
"That's all old history. Dont take it out and talk about it." Zhou Xiao Mei bowed down to her old mother.
Lin Qing He was now older and has a different mental attitude. What's more, her mother-in-law was certainly not young anymore. So normally, Lin Qing He wouldn't point her needle to the wheat, especially now it was the New Year.
"They will get married next year and Er Ni will move out in the future." Lin Qing He felt some reluctance. She didn't have a daughter. She taught Er Ni with her heart and it was almost the same as her daughter.
"The property that Wang Yuan bought is over there. Not far away. About ten minutes distance," Zhou Xiao Mei said.
"It's good to live there in the future. They don't need to cook on their own. Just two of them is troublesome right? Just come here to eat with us." Mother Zhou responded.
Zhou Xiao Mei was also willing: "Then ask them when the times come if they want to come over and eat. Just a bit more rice."
Lin Qing He looked at Zhou San Ni, who was watching the Spring Festival Gala, and gave her two oranges, "San Ni, how's your appetite?"
"I have a good appetite." Zhou San Ni grinned.
Li Ai Guo was with Zhou Qingbai, Su Da Lin and the others. They were still drinking and eating snacks. The women let them be. It only happened once a year.
"It's good that you have appetite. Eat more oranges and apples. At that time, when your eldest aunt and your third aunt were pregnant, I told them to eat more apples. Look at Tu Dou and Dong Zhi. They both look pretty handsome. "Lin Qinghe said.
"Is it useful to eat these?" Perplexed, Mother Zhou asked.
"Of course it works." Zhou Xiao Mei joined in. When she was pregnant, her fourth sister-in-law told her to buy fruit to eat. She didn't have to eat a lot every day, however, it shouldn't be omitted.
At that time, both she and Su Da Lin had jobs and were a dual-income household. The conditions were excellent. They didn't lack the money, so naturally they bought it.
When the baby was born, the skin was very good. And it wasn't easy to get heat rash or something.
Zhou Xiao Mei had seen heat rash on her nephews and nieces in her maternal family. It wasn't just rash, but also blister, the kind that required red medicine water to cure.
Children in the country often get their head shaved and was applied in scatters on their heads.
While her few didn't have any of these. All had very good skin.
"Then you have to eat more. Now we don't have to live in the same way as before." Mother Zhou said to Zhou San Ni.
She knew that the salary Fourth's wife given to the two of them wasn't low. Not mentioning the others, but the apples weren't too expensive. Still affordable.
"We have. Ai Guo bought a lot of apples, oranges, and bananas and kept them for me to eat." Zhou San Ni curled her mouth and smiled.
Lin Qing He was satisfied after hearing this.
"It's good that Ai Guo knows to dote you." Mother Zhou remarked.
Zhou San Ni and Li Ai Guo went back first. They walked back, Treated it as going for a stroll.
Zhou Xiao Mei said: "San Ni's marriage isn't bad. Although Ai Guo is a bit older, he really loves San Ni."
In fact, they weren't very satisfied with the fact that Li Ai Guo is ten years older than San Ni. But now that Li Ai Guo doted on San Ni. San Ni is more optimistic and cheerful. No more of that solemn appearance, right?
So looking at it this way, it wasn't bad.
Lin Qing He reacted and said, "Why do I feel that our old Zhou family is full of old and young match?"
Her Qing Bai was a lot older than her. Su Da Lin was a several years older than Zhou Xiao Mei. Wang Yuan was six years older than Er Ni. Also, Li Ai Guo and Zhou San Ni...
Zhou Xiao Mei laughed. Mother Zhou chuckled as well: "It's fine as long as it isn't more than ten years gap."
After sitting here until ten o'clock, Lin Qing He went home with Zhou Qing Bai. Old Wang was sent back by Zhou Gui Lai. By the way, he slept at his god-grandfather's side and spent New Year's Eve together.
Old Wang doted his three god-grandsons and they knew it well. So as long as they had time, they were always willing to accompany their god-grandfather.
Whenever Zhou Kai came back during the summer vacation, he had to come over to stay in his god-grandfather's dormitory for the night.
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When Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai got home, it was getting late. They were also ready to go to bed.
After all, tomorrow was New Year's Day. Many people will come to pay a New Year's greeting.
Today cannot be counted as next year. But after today, it will be regarded as the New Year of 1984.
In 1984, she didn't intend to raise wages. All employees under her won't receive any increase, because the wage level wasn't very low. In addition, in 1985, it was the national wage reform. Lin Qing He planned to increase with them at that time.
Zhou Qing Bai checked all the accounts for this year a few days ago. Now he was very idle.
The two didn't sleep straightaway. They thought about the future together and then they felt sleepy. Zhou Qing Bai didn't forget to put his hand on his wife's belly and stroked it.
He was looking forward to the new year's arrival and his little girl following it.
If there is a good location next year, he will buy a few more at that time. All of which will be reserved for his little girl as a dowry.
Or, staying unmarried is fine too.
It started to snow in the middle of the night outside, but it stopped the next morning.
It also welcomed the first morning of 1984.
Once the family had breakfast, Ma Cheng Min came over with his wife, Huang Xiao Liu, and son, Ma Xiao Dan.
As for Aunt Ma, she was with Uncle Ma. On the fifteenth of December, Zhou Qing Bai had let her off for vacation. The two of them went over to the frontier to see their eldest son's family.
Their eldest son's family settled down in the frontier and couldn't ask for leave. So the old couple went to visit instead.
Lin Qing He had packed a red envelope for Ma Xiao Dan. The family sat here for a while before going to their relative's house.
Ma Cheng Min was a good man, but his wife Huang Xiao Liu was becoming more and more silent now.
Because there are some broken-mouthed women in the community, they will make irresponsible remarks behind them. Saying, Huang Xiao Liu wasn't worthy of Ma Cheng Min. It was due to Ma Cheng Min going to the countryside. If not, can Huang Xiao Liu match to Ma Cheng Min?
Aunt Ma had heard it once. She went straight up and slapped that young wife and dragged her to her home for explanation.
Have to say, this was very fierce. But it was also effective. Still, some words reached Huang Xiao Liu's ears.
Lin Qing He didn't know what to say. In fact, she didn't think it was a problem.
On most days, Uncle Ma got to go out and help pull goods to make some money, Aunt Ma helped in the dumpling shop, Ma Cheng Min was also busy. Ma Xiao Dan had to go to school.
No one managed the home. It was great that Huang Xiao Liu can work away at home.
Judging by the way she was, Lin Qing He can see had the sign of depression. She had to find some time to talk to Ma Cheng Min, so he can open her heart.
Not long after, other employees also came over. The children all hid outside, because they can't stand the crowd.
Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai entertained them.
There was one wave in the morning and another wave in the afternoon. Only then it was over.
Today, they won't be eating at Father Zhou and Mother Zhou's side. Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bbai opened the stove at the dumpling shop and got Zhou Gui Lai to call his god-grandfather over. The whole family ate lamb hot pot together.
Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai went to see the movie after eating. They had to buy tickets in advance, or else they couldn't get their hands on them.
Even so, it was still crowded.
Even though, it was New Year's Day, Lin Qing He's beverage shop didn't have a holiday break. It was subsidized with double wages. Cheng Yang, Cheng Yue and Si Ni were in charge there.
Because of the cold weather, the beverage and ice cream business, which was particularly popular in the summer, had dimmed a lot. The beverage shop did add other goods.
Popcorn, melon seeds, and peanuts were basically sold out every day. The business was also very good.
When Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai came out, it was almost half past nine.
At this time the shop was already preparing to close.
Si Ni was picked up by Gang Zi and the others ahead of time. Whenever Si Ni goes back, Gang Zi and the others would come to collect her.
Cheng Yang and Cheng Yue were left in the shop. They can go back together, so they don't worry about anything.
Lin Qing He greeted them before leaving with Zhou Qing Bai.
"A lot of shops have been added to this side this year." Lin Qing He looked left and right and remarked.
In the past, the beverage shop was thriving alone. Many other shops had been opened this year, and the business was booming.
Zhou Qing Bai glanced around and said, "Then we'll see if there is still a shop here after the New Year and buy another one?"
"If there is, of course." Lin Qing He agreed.
The profit of the beverage shop was huge, especially now that it was getting prosperous. The profit was increasing every month in the summer.
"Open a cigarette shop." Zhou Qing Bai said.
The cigarette business was very good. He noticed those who set up roadside stalls and their solid business.
Lin Qing He was a little surprised. She didn't expect that he wanted to open a cigarette shop and asked, "Why do you want to open a cigarette shop?"
"Do something different." Zhou Qing Bai said.
Although he didn't smoke, he still felt that cigarette shop's business shouldn't be too bad.
Lin Qing He smiled. Although her family's Qing Bai didn't have that concept, he knew that diversity would make the family's economic income structure more stable.
So she said: "Alright, listen to the head of our family."
The corner of Zhou Qing Bai's mouth raised slightly. He glanced at his wife, and stated, "Leave this to me. You don't need to worry about it."
"Okay." Lin Qing He responded, she would be delighted about not worrying about it.
Zhou Qing Bai looked around. It was pretty late at this time and there was no one. So he took his wife's hand. Lin Qing He looked at him in surprise. Though it was '84 and was reforming, most people dated in private.
It was still quite conservative. Few men and women held hands when they went out together.
With her Qing Bai's temperament, he can take the initiative to hold her hand?
"It's okay. There's no one." Zhou Qing Bai said as he stared at his wife with gentle eyebrows.
Lin Qing He curled her lips and smiled. Then she clasped his fingers and went home with her conservative old man.
She didn't expect to see Zhang Mei He when they went upstairs.
Zhang Mei He was an existence disdained by people and dogs in this area now. She often hooked up with a married man to do business and caused some shrews to tear her apart.
However, she was tough and never wavered at all. Still, her reputation was really bad.
Zhang Mei He saw the husband and wife were actually holding hands. It went without saying how her heart felt. There were many men in the surrounding neighborhoods who wanted to sleep with her, but none of them wanted to marry her home.
While Lin Qing He, that arrogant and overbearing woman, can be doted by such a man!
What was so great about Lin Qing He? She just got a higher degree and knew how to dress up a little, no? But in the end, she was from the countryside?
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Naturally, Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai paid her no heed.
Still, it was puzzling why Mei He would give up on a good life and persisted on walking this path?
No one governed her past matter. Later, she married a widower with children, but she was still climb over the wall. And it ended with a divorce. Since then, she broke the already broken jar.
It can only be said that the same rice can raise hundreds of different people.
It was only the second day of the New Year and Zhang Mei He came here early in the morning.
She waited for her family. She waited until late noon before she saw her sister, Zhang Mei Lian's arrival.
Zhang Mei Lian's complexion was pretty good. It was no wonder. The shop business was very good now. Each month, she received more than 200 yuan in dividends. This was much more than when she employed.
"Why did you only get back now? Don't you know how long I have been waiting for you." Zhang Mei He said angrily upon her return.
"Wait for me?" Zhang Mei Lian said.
"On New Year, you're not home. What are you doing outside?" Zhang Mei He asked.
Zhang Mei Lian raised her eyebrows and didn't say a word. Zhang Mei He understood when she saw her reaction. There was a man outside.
"I say, why are you like this." Zhang Mei He harrumphed. One look and one can tell this was a complexion of someone who didn't lack of a man.
"What's the matter?" Zhang Mei Lian asked.
Zhang Mei He went back to business. It was only when she went home that she heard that this girl had opened a clothing store by herself. She wanted to join in.
She had been in business for such a long time and had saved some money. She also knew that she can't go on like this. So, she wanted to partner together.
Zhang Mei Lian didn't agree. Her sister's reputation was terrible, how could she let her go there?
If people saw her, can they still do business?
She counted on the clothing store, so she directly refused: "Can't partner up. I partnered with someone. Now the business is pretty good. How can the other party be willing to split out a share of dividend?"
"You won't agree?" Zhang Mei He said.
"It's not a question about me agreeing or not. It's that I can't decide on my own. What's more, you have a bad reputation. The other party won't be willing to cooperate with you." Zhang Mei Lian responded.
"You aren't not at this side, how can the other party know?" Zhang Mei He couldn't help refuted.
"The person I worked with know you." Zhang Mei Lian stated.
Upon asking and learning that it was old Zhou Family's granddaughter, Xu Sheng Mei, Zhang Mei He became frustrated and couldn't help saying: "Then how did she cooperate with you?"
"I am me. You are you. We are different." Zhang Mei Lian said.
She didn't like staying at home either. After a meal, she picked up her bag and went directly to Xu Sheng Qiang's dormitory.
She lived here right. It had been like this for a while.
"Mei Lian, I thought you were going to live at home today." Xu Sheng Qiang placed her in his arms and said.
"I want to spend the New Year with you." Zhang Mei Lian curled her lips and smiled.
Xu Sheng Qiang was naturally happy. He didn't expect that such a beautiful capital girl would be willing to be with him.
"Will your sister come over?" Zhang Mei Lian continued.
"If my sister come, then she come. It's fine if she knows about our relationship." Xu Sheng Qiang said indifferently.
"You don't know. I was deceived by other men before. It led my poor reputation in your uncle's area. Your sister knows it too. And I am a few years older than you. Your sister had married well now. She couldn't possibly set her eyes on me as a sister-in-law." Zhang Mei Lian responded.
"She married into the capital and she dare not allow me to marry a girl from the capital? Besides, you were deceived in the past and it wasn't what you wanted. I don't mind those matter." Xu Sheng Qiang said.
Zhang Mei Lian looked at him and spoke: "Qiang Zi, I believe in you. I am willing to be with you. I don't care if you got a rural household registration. But you have to strive, understand? You have to work hard to let me live a good life."
"After the New Year, I will go to set up a stall. I will definitely let you live a good life." Xu Sheng Qiang nodded.
"Setting up a stall isn't a long-term solution." Zhang Mei Lian wasn't satisfied.
How can setting up a stall be considered as successful? People looked down on it.
Xu Sheng Qiang maintained: "It's still very profitable to set up a stall. I can make more than 100 yuan a month!" He hawked clothes and made more than 100 yuan a month. This was way better than working in Zhao's factory.
Especially when he didn't have take other people's attitude when he was hawking. How good was this? Xu Sheng Qiang was very satisfied with his current life, especially since he chased Zhang Mei Lian. The two became real couple in this dormitory. Just missing a certificate.
How much face is gained from marrying a girl from the capital and bringing her back?. Who in the village won't envy him when that happens?
Zhang Mei Lian didn't say anything. More than one hundred yuan. That was not low.
"The money you earned isn't handed over to me." Zhang Mei Lian stared at him.
"I'll manage my own money." Xu Sheng Qiang stated. Seeing that she wasn't pleased, he changed his stance and said: "When you marry me, I will leave the money to your care."
This way it won't be too concrete .
Xu Sheng Mei didn't know that her partner got entangled with her younger brother. What's more, they had plan to find a time this year to go back to the country to take care of the marriage formalities.
Zhao Family got many relatives. After all, how can there be little networking with such a high-ranking family?
Because Xu Sheng Mei had made money this year, she saved a little. So she had more confidence. However, she was still humble as always. At least in front of Zhao Family's relatives.
What made Xu Sheng Mei depleted was that people didn't treat her as anything. Instead they treat her two idle sisters-in-law with smiles. It was because their household weren't low in the capital, Unlike her. She got no root at all.
No matter how kind or decent her attitude was, people still didn't take her seriously.
On the surface, Xu Sheng Mei was calm, but it went without saying she was angry. However, people didn't care whether she was angry or not.
After returning to the room, Xu Sheng Mei told these to Zhao Jun.
Zhao Jun said: "Then what do you want? They are all like this. Their family got money, would they give you any good attitude?"
So in the end, the point was that she had no money. She had married Zhao Jun though!
People still look down on her. Wasn't this Zhao Jun's problem!
"Tomorrow, I plan to go to my grandparent's. And also give New Year's greeting to my uncle. You come with me." Xu Sheng Mei said.
She didn't really want to go over it. But seeing Zhao Family's attitude now, she can't not go.
She still needed support from her maternal grand-family. If not, who in Zhao Family would put her in their eyes.
Even though her clothing shop made money, the money was just a fraction of Zhao Family's.
Zhao Jun didn't want to go: "If you want to go, go by yourself. I won't go there to suffer anger!"
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Last year, when they paid them a New Year visit, who in old Zhou Family gave him a good attitude?
Especially at her uncle's side. They didn't even keep them for a meal. Think he likes to sit on a cold bench? What was so great about them? Wasn't it just opening a few shops? As if they were anything great.
Their Zhao Family's factories had now been fully acquired by them. After the account tallying, this year's revenue had reached 80,000.
What kind of money was this?
What can Zhou Family bring out to compare with his Zhao family's factory?
Why should he go over and sit on Zhou Family's cold bench?
How could Xu Sheng Mei not know what he meant? She said, "Don't underestimate my uncle's shops. They are very profitable. Maybe it might not be much less than our factory."
She had opened a clothing store and knew the profit, which was really good. Especially when the locations chosen by her was very good. There were people coming and going every day and business wasn't bad.
"Don't tell me this. I don't want to go around. You can take your brother over by yourself if you want tot go." Zhao Jun disgruntledly responded.
"Then you go find my brother and get him over for a meal. It's New Year. Can't possibly let my brother not come over for a meal." Xu Sheng Mei said.
Reaching this point, she felt aggrieved. She wanted to ask her brother to come over for dinner on New Year's Eve this year. Even though her brother was a disappointment, he was still her brother. Since he started hawking wares, he made a lot of progress.
However, neither her mother-in-law nor her sisters-in-law agreed and told it was enough to pack a portion and send it over. Zhao Family planned to eat the New Year dinner on their own.
Still, Xu Sheng Mei wanted her brother to come over.
"Call yourself." Zhao Jun said.
"If I can, then I wouldn't get you to." Xu Sheng Mei said.
If Zhao Jun brought her brother home, the family won't say anything even when they had opinions. And if she went, Zhao Family might drive him out straight away.
Then both reason and face were lost.
Zhao Jun didn't want to go to Zhou Family, so he could only go over and call Xu Sheng Qiang. When he came, he discovered that this kid had hidden a woman in the room.
When he saw Zhang Mei Lian, it dawned on him. For once, he showed Xu Sheng Qiang a good attitude: "You kid, you got it."
Xu Sheng Qiang responded in embarrassment, "Brother-in-law, don't tell my sister."
"I know. Now hurry up and go home to eat." Zhao Jun said.
Xu Sheng Qiang turned to Zhang Mei Lian: "Wait for me at home. I will bring you a share later."
Zhang Mei Lian replied softly: "Go ahead. I'll be waiting for you at home."
At the same time, she didn't forget to glance at Zhao Jun. Seeing that Zhao Jun was also looking at her, she immediately lowered her head in shyness.
"Isn't this your sister's friend? How did you get the ability to get her back to your rented room? And into your hand?" Zhao Jun asked.
"En." Xu Sheng Qiang was quite proud and said, "It took half a month."
It took him half a month to bring Zhang Mei Lian to his rented room to live together.
Of course, Zhang Mei Lian rarely went to his place during the day. Only went there at night.
Zhao Jun mentally thought, with the way you are and got her in half a month? How good was he in that?
Sure enough, when Zhao Jun brought Xu Sheng Qiang back for dinner, Zhao family didn't say anything despite not being happy about it.
After eating, Xu Sheng Qiang returned with a midnight snack for Zhang Mei Lian.
Have to say, Zhao Family's food was excellent good. Zhang Mei Lian was satisfied with it.
She stayed for the night. The next day she left before Xu Sheng mei came.
Xu Sheng Qiang was also reluctant to follow her over to old Zhou's house to give New Year's greetings.
Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai were both at home. People came and went during the New Year.
When Xu Sheng Mei and Xu Sheng Qiang arrived, Lin Qing He and the others were watching TV.
Lin Qing He didn't say anything about the siblings coming over. Her attitude was so-so.
After hearing Xu Sheng Mei mention her brother's resignation, Zhou Qing Bai said, "It's good to go back to the village. It won't be bad when you work hard."
"What go back to the village!? I am now hawking wares. It is very profitable!" Xu Sheng Qiang couldn't stand these words and directly uttered.
"Watch your tone with Uncle!" Xu Sheng Mei scolded lightly and then smiled: "Qiang Zi is now doing it alone. I get the goods from Brother-in-law Wang Yuan's factory and he goes out to set up a stall by himself. It's not worst than working to the factory."
She got the goods from the Wang Yuan Garment Factory. Zhou Qing Bai knew about it. But when he heard that, he advised: "Since you set up a stall, do it properly. The most important thing to do in business is to be peaceful. It's not about earning more or less. The main thing is to learn to socialize and handle matters."
These remarks were given as his uncle. Even when he was a little disappointed with his nephew Xu Sheng Qiang, he still gave advices with hope for his best.
Lin Qing He didn't say a word from beginning to end.
She didn't drive out the siblings directly because of looking upon her Qing Bai's face.
Xu Sheng Mei smiled and agreed. While Xu Sheng Qiang reluctantly said that he'll keep note.
They didn't keep them for a meal. Instead, told them go to their grandparent's to eat.
"I said we shouldn't come. They lecture me when I come!" Xu Sheng Qiang disgruntledly muttered when he went downstairs.
That was how how his business was. Those who want to buy clothes will buy them. If they don't want to, then go away. Do they need to lick their cheeks and flatter others?
What's more, the style was good-looking. Even when he raised the price, people got to plead him to sell it.
As for socializing and handling matters, he didn't need his uncle to teach him. Since he didn't give him a job, then don't govern him so much!
Xu Sheng Mei also indifferently remarked: "Once you make money, everything you say is reasonable. You have no money now, so you receive lecture in whatever you do."
The siblings went to Father Zhou and Mother Zhou's side.
Upstairs, Lin Qing He continued to watch TV and didn't criticize her Qing Bai. He was different from her. She was from outside. So even with Father Lin and Mother Lin, she could break off without worry after seeing their virtues thoroughly. Because there was no so-called family affection at all.
Those two were his younger generations. So naturally he would say a few more words occasionally.
But looking at those two's reaction, they might be dissatisfied on the inside.
"Silly man. If you aren't protected by a cruel and unfeeling woman like me, don't know what will happen to you." Lin Qing He glanced at him.
Zhou Qing Bai grasped her hand and said nothing. While the feeling in his eyes came alive.
The fortune-telling old man said that his fate wasn't good. He should be sick and at pain at this age and the children wouldn't make progress.
After Zhou Qing Bai came back, he had thought how if she hadn't come then, maybe he would go home injured and not receive any good treatment.
That year, when he came back, she didn't let him do any work and let him get well. She served him well with delicious foods and drinks.
Even though she had no feelings for him then.
Something wasn't said, but Zhou Qing Bai understood in his heart that his wife was flawless in terms of treating him and the children despite occasionally being a little more domineering.
"It's been hard on Wife." Zhou Qing Bai said.
Lin Qing He amusedly gave him an eye-roll: "Watch TV. Don't go on about this. It won't work on me."
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In the evening, Lin Qing He came over to find Zhou Xiao Mei to go to the bathhouse.
Zhou Xiao Mei complained: "Fourth Sister-in-law, do you know that hooligan, Xu Sheng Qiang went out to do it alone."
"It's okay to do it alone, Not a big deal" Lin Qing He carefreely responded.
Xu Sheng Qiang's temperament can't be changed. Nothing can be achieved. Even if he does, it will be temporary. Rabbit's tail can't grow longer.
But this wasn't what made Zhou Xiao Mei displeased. What made Zhou Xiao Mei dissatisfied was that Xu Sheng Qiang's attitude towards Su Da Lin was very disrespectful.
Two times when Su Da Lin spoke, Xu Sheng Qiang displayed his impatience to listen and immediately interrupted.
"He haven't made any money yet and already like this. Only one hundred or so yuan a month makes him feel proud!" Zhou Xiao Mei scolded.
Her family didn't eat his old Xu Family's rice, so what's so great? Her steamed bun shop was also very profitable. A profit of 500 yuan a month was safe estimate!
One hundred or so already made him like this?
Lin Qing He could imagine without asking. He probably didn't dare to be too arrogant at this side, while at his little uncle-in-law's side, he acted haughty.
"Work hard at earning money and strive to buy a house this year." Lin Qing He changed the subject and said.
This year was a very important year. Because next year's wage reform will cause prices to soar. Starting next year, prices will rise in the middle of the year. Especially for houses, which will inevitably also rise.
"Da Lin and I are planning to. However, we're still short a lot." Zhou Xiao Mei shook her head.
"If necessary, just come here to get some first. It's better to buy it early," Lin Qing He suggested.
To others, Lin Qing He won't say much. Zhou Xiao Mei and her were friends for so many years. Telling her to buy a house at this time was also giving her a guarantee.
Otherwise, it will increase in the future and they may not be able to afford it.
"Thank you, Fourth Sister-in-law." Zhou Xiao Mei smiled: "When needed, I'll let you know."
"By the way, if there is a way to transfer the household registration, do you and Da Lin have any intention to?" Lin Qing He asked.
"It would be good if it could be moved. I heard that it's not easy to." Zhou Xiao Mei hesitated.
Now that they were at the capital, Zhou Xiao Mei had adapted to the life here. She didn't plan to go back to the county. Even though the county wasn't bad, it was incomparable to the capital.
So Zhou Xiao Mei intended to live here like this. After all, their career was here, right?
She also knew that it was difficult to transfer the household registration. Without connection, one may not necessarily be able to transfer it even when they got few thousand ready for the fee.
"Sister Weng's eldest son is going to return to the capital this year. Judging from their words, he will probably enter the Civil Affairs Bureau in the future. If there is a way then, I will ask." Lin Qing He mentioned.
On the second day of the New Year, Father Weng and Mother Weng had brought Weng Guo Liang to their house for dinner. Naturally, they knew that Weng Guo Liang was about to transfer back home.
Maybe he will enter the Civil Affairs Bureau then.
It was said he might enter, but it was basically confirmed. In all likelihood, he will work there.
Lin Qing He had this intention.
"But it also needs some mediation." Lin Qing He told Zhou Xiao Mei.
If there were internal connections, the cost won't be that large. Especially when it was safe. A situation like people taking the money and do nothing won't happen.
"Then Fourth Sister-in-law notify me then!" Zhou Xiao Mei eagerly responded.
Lin Qing He agreed.
"If we can move the household registration, we will be capital's citizen in the future." Zhou Xiao Mei said.
Since they weren't local, children entering school was a large problem. It required her fourth sister-in-law's connection before they can attend elementary school smoothly.
Still, it can't keep going on like this. Better to solve the household registration issue early.
The sisters-in-law took a shower and went home feeling refreshed.
Naturally, Zhou Xiao Mei recounted this matter to Su Da Lin and Su Da Lin said gratefully: "Must thank ... Fourth Si... Sister-in-law."
Since the two of them came here, they really received a lot of care from Fourth Brother and Fourth Sister-in-law.
Zhou Xiao Mei said: "When our household registration is resolved, we can buy a house here. Then we will be veritable capital residents."
Su Da Lin grinned. Although he didn't say it, he liked the capital as well. It was a little bit cold in winter. Other than that, there were basically no faults.
"This...this year...Elder Cousin... Cousin Sister-in-law will... come." Su Da Lin said.
"Come then. When the time comes, find a shop farther away. Don't share location with us. Also, rent the house farther away. The rest is no problem," Zhou Xiao Mei responded.
Su Da Lin nodded.
After the fifth passed, the New Year spirit had faded a lot. On the sixth, Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai drove Father Zhou, old Wang, and Su Da Lin to the hot springs for a break.
As for Mother Zhou, didn't bring. The hot spring was so expensive now. If she was brought, don't think about peace this first month.
Mother Zhou felt aggrieved. In fact, she wanted to go too. It was just she felt the price was too expensive. That place won't give a discount due to the large number of people. It was per person. What a cheat?
"Mother, what are you doing? You look so listless." Zhou Xiao Mei remarked when she came back with her two girls.
"Does your fourth sister-in-law dislike me?" Mother Zhou said aggrievedly.
Zhou Xiao Mei laughed in her heart and internally commented, Fourth Sister-in-law doesn't dislike you. She is afraid of you. Since she couldn't afford to provoke, she could avoid.
So she won't take you to play.
"How filial is Fourth Sister-in-law? Go to the park and ask those old ladies to see which daughter-in-law is like her?" Zhou Xiao Mei couldn't tell the truth and just uttered.
Naturally, Mother Zhou knew and said, "But your fourth sister-in-law doesn't want to take me there."
"That car doesn't have enough room. Wang Yuan's car can hold five people." Zhou Xiao Mei pointed out.
"She really doesn't dislike me?" Mother Zhou asked.
"If she does, would she still respect you so much? How much red envelopes did Fourth Sister-in-law give you and your father during the New Year?" Zhou Xiao Mei mentioned.
When Mother Zhou heard this, her face smiled. Fourth's wife gave her and her partner a red envelope each. A red envelope of fifty yuan. She gave them one hundred yuan in pocket money.
"Speaking of which, since Sheng Mei lost her previous child, why hasn't she been pregnant yet? Did she gain an illness root the last time?" Mother Zhou asked.
Zhou Xiao Mei didn't want to care about Xu Sheng Mei and responded, "Mother, get less involve in these things. They don't desire your care."
She won't worry about those who look down on her Da Lin. Even when they were her elder sister's son and daughter. It was all the same!
"Oh, these two siblings. Makes one fret." Mother Zhou lightly sighed: "Really, your eldest sister. Don't she know how to teach them well."
Zhou Xiao Mei peeled an orange for her mother and told her to eat it: "Eat an orange." And stop talking.
But old Madam Zhu from next door came over.
Mother Zhou's expression faded when she saw her and said in a hypocritical polite manner: "How come you got free time to drop by?"
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Mother Zhou didn't want to make trouble for herself when during the New Year season. Although she didn't want to see old Madam Zhu at all, she was still polite.
Old Madam Zhu had just seen it. Zhou Qing Bai drove over to pick up Father Zhou and the others. It was said that they were going to the hot springs.
They can really enjoy.
So, old Madam Zhu came over so soon. She knew Mother Zhou didn't want to see her. In fact, she look down on Mother Zhou, an old country woman. However, it was for her grandson (from daughter's side) in the end.
After all, with such an in-law family, the future of her grandson was bright.
Old Madam Zhu didn't mention the match-making right away. She chattered with Mother Zhou about gossips. Mother Zhou didn't talk very much. Only answering occasionally. This attitude can be said to be very obvious.
So old Madam Zhu couldn't talk about the matter she wanted to say. When she returned home, she told old Mister Zhu about it.
"I went over and gave New Year's greeting with good intention and she's still not willing to pay attention to me. Giving face and not accepting it!" Old Madam Zhu scolded.
"Enough. Since she doesn't pay attention to you, then you can go there less. Where did all this matter come from?" Old Mister Zhu responded.
"How can that do? I want to match our grandson to her rural granddaughter." Old Madam Zhu vetoed.
Old Mister Zhu was stunned for a moment. He didn't know that his wife had these thoughts. He uttered in impatience, "Forget it."
That grandson was currently a temporary worker. He didn't have a fixed work unit. Also, his look can't pass. It'll weird if old Zhou Family can set their eyes on him.
Didn't she see their grandson-in-law? He started his own factory.
"What? What's the matter? You dislike our grandson that much? What's wrong with him? He's safely working and got household registration in the capital. That girl got rural one!" Old Madam Zhu replied in displeasure.
Old Mister Zhu didn't want to talk to her anymore. Instead, he asked, "Open and close mouth is rural household registration. Then why do you want to introduce her to your grandson?"
"Well, isn't old Zhou Family's condition good? And that girl's sister is going to marry a big boss. Our grandson's work is also unstable right now. If he gets together with her, then won't her brother-in-law introduce the next one?" explained old Madam Zhu.
Old Mister Zhu really didn't consider about this. In fact, there was this point. If it works out, it would be good. In his opinion, he also wanted to be relatives with old Zhou family. After all, old Zhou family was really nice. Not like those cunning and deceitful kind.
"Go talk to Sister-in-law Hu?" Old Mister Zhu said.
It wasn't that old Madam Zhu hadn't sought old Madam Hu out. That old woman still held grudge on her remark on her family Zhen Zhen's matchmaking matter from last time. So she wasn't willing to take up the task.
However, old Madam Zhu had been neighbors with her for so many years. how could she not know old Madam Hu's character. So, she came knocking with a gift and good-naturedly conversed with old Madam Hu. If this matter succeed, then when the time comes, she won't short her a red envelope.
Only then old Madam Hu budged and expressed that she would ask when she had time. As for the red envelope or something, no need.
Old Madam Zhu insisted that the red envelope must be given. With this, old Madam Hu displayed more politeness, chatted with her and then bid her her farewell.
Old Mister Hu was also at home. He said puzzledly: "What a rare sight. Doesn't her family look down on the rural household registration?"
Last time old Madam Hu wanted to match up with Hu Zi and Zhu Zhen Zhen. Old Madam Hu knew about it. According to old Mister Hu, Hu Zi was a good young man. If it works out, it won't be too bad in the future.
However, old Madam Zhu disapprove and disdained Hu Zi's rural household registration.
Why didn't she dislike it now?
"Zhu Zhen Zhen is going to marry out. Her grandson is going to marry one back. Of course it is different." Old Madam Hu replied.
If she married out, the capital city's will become rural one. And when he marry one back, the rural's will become capital city one.
"However, it's due to seeing Hong Xia's sister marrying a rich brother-in-law. She want to get linked to this family." Old Madam Hu continued.
Everyone had been old neighbors for most of their lives. Who didn't know another's thoughts.
Old Mister Hu clicked his tongue, "What good calculation."
Old Madam Hu was willing to help speak for them. It would be great if it works out. She could still get some benefits. And could be regarded as their matchmaker. Another connection.
If it doesn't, it didn't matter much. Anyway, it wasn't her grandson getting rejected by others.
Afterward Mother Zhou sensed the two women's attitude towards her improved. She didn't think much about it.
Zhou Si Ni had been studying very hard recently. Because when school starts this year, she will attend night school with Gang Zi.
Initially, Zhou San Ni was going to be included. But she was pregnant now. So she definitely can't go.
Zhou Si Ni's foundation was relatively weak, so Lin Qing He didn't arrange her to attend to night school after coming to the capital for so long. She had been studying by herself.
Zhou Er Ni was guiding her. Lin Qing He too.
Recently, she often went to hot springs. She felt that her body was different.
"This year, when night school starts, you can attend class." Lin Qing He said as she looked through her homework after doing gymnastics.
Zhou Si Ni curled her lips. It was obvious she was delighted, "Aunt, can I reach my sister's level?"
She felt her sister had become brilliant now. She can do everything.
"Study hard and you won't be worse than your sister." Lin Qing He stated.
Zhou Si Ni nodded earnestly. She must study hard. Only when she came to the capital did she know how developed the city was. One can't keep up without studying hard. Even Cheng Yang and Cheng Yue graduated from high school!
She only reached third grade. Not enough to show.
Lin Qing He was pleased to see that she was working so hard. She would support her as long as she knew how to make progress in a proper way.
"We will recruit two more people this year." Lin Qing He invited Ma Cheng Min over to their home and declared.
Ma Cheng Min was dumbfounded and asked, "Currently there are enough manpower?"
"This year I plan to let Hu Zi go out to set up a street stall by himself. Let him try to go it alone. That side lack of staffs, so I will recruit one more to keep as a substitute." Lin Qing He explained.
Xu Sheng Qiang had started to set up stalls. How can she let Hu Zi lag behind him? Besides, Hu Zi had been brought over for some time. What should be taught was mostly taught. Now he had a match, it didn't hurt to let him go out and make his way.
When he get married in the future, he'll be a head of the family. He got to support the house. It was time to go out and gather experience.
She had brought these nephews and nieces over. She really didn't intend to tie them down for the rest of their life. If they had the ability, they can go out and do it alone. They will receive support from her side. If they didn't have the ability, then honestly settle down and watch the shop for her.
Ma Cheng Min nodded when he heard this.
"About your wife. Spend more with her during your free time. There's still a week before work start. I will grant you three more days off. In total, ten days. You can accompany her back to her maternal home to relax." Lin Qing He said.
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Ma Cheng Min went home and told Huang Xiao Liu. Huang Xiao Liu was overjoyed. Like over the moon overjoyed. She hadn't gone home since she came to the capital. So when Ma Cheng Min wanted to take her back to the village, her face revealed a rare smile.
Hearing that it was Lin Qing He's idea, Huang Xiao Liu made a basket of steamed cakes. Which were soft and delicious. Exceptionally good.
Except for leaving some for her son Ma Xiao Dan, the rest was brought to Lin Qing He's side.
"This steamed cake is really good. Did you make it?" Lin Qing He gave her face. She took a bite on the spot and asked Huang Xiao Liu.
"This is a specialty from my hometown. Teacher Lin, I'm glad you don't dislike it. I will make it for you when I come back." Huang Xiao Liu grinned.
Hearing that they were going back to the village, she was excited.
Lin Qing He understood that she might not find her self-worth in the capital, so she agreed.
This steamed cake was delicious. When Zhou Qing Bai came back, Lin Qing He gave him a taste.
Zhou Qing Bai also thought it was good. Lin Qing He suggested, "What do you think of selling this steamed cake as breakfast in the shop?"
"?" Perplexed, Zhou Qing Bai looked at his wife.
This steamed cake was naturally good. He felt it was tasty to eat, but the profit probably won't be high.
"Get Huang Xiao Liu to make some, put it in the shop and try selling it. Consider it as change of taste," Lin Qing He said.
Initially, she hadn't planned this aspect. But this steamed cake was indeed delicious to eat, so Lin Qing He came up with this thought.
"Okay." Zhou Qing Bai didn't care about this profit. But seeing his wife had this plan, he had no objection.
Tomorrow Ma Cheng Min and Huang Xiao Liu will take Ma Xiao Dan home. So Lin Qing He went over to bring this matter up to Huang Xiao Liu.
"Can this steamed cake be sold? Does anyone want it?" Huang Xiao Liu's accent was still heavy. Still, it was in Mandarin.
Lin Qing He said: "I found it delicious. Your skill is extraordinary."
Huang Xiao Liu rarely received praise from others. She felt a little shy at Lin Qing He's compliment. At the same time, she was moved.
"I don't know how other people will find it. I was thinking leaving it until you and Cheng Min to come back. You can get up early every morning, steam some and send some over to try to sell it? If the business is good, then it will permanent afterwards. "Lin Qing He said.
"I'm just afraid that it sell well." Huang Xiao Liu was excited and a little nervous.
"Generally speaking, it won't be impossible to sell. According to today's quality, someone will want it." Lin Qing He assured.
Her stomach wasn't picky. But still, this steamed cake was wonderful. It wasn't a bad idea to let people who often eat at the dumpling shop to occasionally change the taste. As long as Zhou Qing Bai gives a few words of recommendation, it will generally sell.
Ma Cheng Min went to buy tickets. He only heard about it when he got home.
He felt grateful. He understood Lin Qing He's intention. This was because his wife's mentally was a little repressed. It was why she gave him a few more days off and let him take her back to the village to relax. And also found such a task to do. It can make his wife feel much better.
Because of the two good news in a row, Huang Xiao Liu really had a beam on her face. Early the next morning, she and Ma Cheng Min took Ma Xiao Dan back to her maternal home.
Toward Huang Xiao Liu's case, Lin Qing He truly wanted to stretch out her hand and give a hand.
This rural young woman was very responsible. But she had a sense of inferiority in addition to this. She understood clearly in her heart that if Ma Cheng Min hadn't gone to the countryside, she, an illiterate country girl, would not have been able to marry such a man.
Since coming here, Lin Qing He noticed how cleaned the place was when she visited despite how recluse she was. It showed that she was neat and loved tidiness.
It was just that she hadn't adapted to here very much since she came here. The surroundings were too different from where she originally lived. Coupled with the pressure of some rumors and gossips from some people outside, she became depressed and unhappy.
Lin Qing He didn't want /a perfectly fine person to be infected with depression. Simply too misfortunate. So seeing that she had this skill, Lin Qing He was willing to give her a try.
Find something to do and have the opportunity to realize self-worth while taking care of her family. This way, she won't be in self-doubt and self-denial.
Zhou Qing Bai's dumpling shop opened again. He also found a temporary worker to wash the dishes.
It was still a while before school starts. Lin Qing He was idle, so she gave Si Ni pointers. While she was at it, she came over to the dry good shop to see Zhou San Ni.
Zhou San Ni ate well. After the New Year, she got a lot rounder.
Lin Qing He smiled and commented, "It seems that Ai Guo gave you his share."
Zhou San Ni blushed, "I don't know what's going on. I feel I can eat all the time."
Basically, she was hungry every so often. So she felt that she was really fat.
"It's normal. People who are pregnant have better appetites." Lin Qing He said. She has no experience in this, but she also knew that one shouldn't eat too much. So she advised Zhou San Ni to restrain herself occasionally and consume appropriate amount.
Zhou San Ni agreed and said, "Fourth Aunt Si, is Hu Zi's match confirmed?"
They had New Year's Eve dinner together. She knew that Hu Zi had brought Chen Shan Shan over, but didn't find out too much. So she asked about it this time.
"If there is no mishap, it is confirmed." Lin Qing He smiled.
The relationship between Hu Zi and Chen Shan Shan was developing very fast. Perhaps due to the characteristic of this era. Relationships weren't too complicated. The two young people legitimately dated under the elders' approval.
"That's great. When Second Maternal Aunt know about it, she would be delighted." Zhou San Ni grinned.
Lin Qing He didn't pay much attention to these things. Everything was up to fate. If fated, then it was natural wonderful. If not, it can't be forced.
Zhou Er Ni and Wang Yuan returned after the Lantern Festival.
This year, the snowstorm was relatively heavy. There was even heavy snowfall during the Lantern Festival. The weather remained terrible for the next few days.
When Zhou Er Ni and Wang Yuan returned to the capital, Lin Qing He's semester had already started.
Ma Cheng Min and Huang Xiao Liu's family of three had also returned. During this icy weather and snowy ground, there wasn't much business after opening the shop. till, the time arrived. Lin Qing He still gave order to open the shop. Everyone who needed to go to work, went to work.
When Lin Qing He returned from work, she saw Zhou Er Ni's much rounder face and smiled: "Went back and got fed a lot of delicious food by your mother, right?"
Zhou Er Ni felt embarrassed. Every day during the New Year, there was nothing to do. So she ate and drank at home all day long. Especially when her mother made hearty meal because of Wang Yuan's arrival. It was hard not to gain weight.
When she came back this time, she also brought some home specialties, "My mother marinated a lot of salted duck eggs. One share for my grandparents and another for here."
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