Chapter 531: Care
Old Zhu Family's matter didn't make any turmoil on Zhou's side at all because the attitude of old Zhou Family was indeed very indifferent. Old Madam Zhu couldn't sit still and she went to get Old Madam Hu to go ask what was going on.
Mother Zhou was merciless. With old Madam Zhu's character, if she didn't explain it clearly, she might not understand.
Old Madam Hu awkwardly went back. Then she disgruntledly answered old Madam Zhu. Old Zhou Family didn't set their eyes on her precious grandson.
Old Madam Zhu was very angry. Although old Zhou Family had some money, what did they mean by not choosing her grandson?
Her grandson was that wonderful. It was a blessing to marry him!
Old Madam Hu didn't care about that. Really, as long as she got involved with this old lady, nothing good would come out of it.
Clearly, it was they who had idea on the other's granddaughter. And they put on the attitude of being able to marry over was old Zhou Family benefitting. No sincerity at all.
Don't come to her in the future. She won't help anymore.
But now that it was clarified, the matter was ended here. Not a stir was created.
Zhou Kai and Weng Mei Jia came back in late December.
They came home first and filled themselves with a meal of mutton dumplings. Zhou Kai then drove the truck to take Weng Mei Jia back.
"You're finally back!" Mother Weng was so happy that she quickly ushered her daughter to go in with Zhou Kai.
When Father Weng saw it, he thought it was a bit like daughter bringing back with the son-in-law for a visit.
Toward Zhou Kai, Father Weng was very satisfied. This tall man was energetic and handsome. Generally, a person at this height looked a little foolish. But it wasn't evident in Zhou Kai.
His whole body was full of vitality. The capable temperament couldn't be concealed.
If such a young talent become his son-in-law, how could Father Weng not be happy?
"You all sit down first. I'll go to cook you some noodles." Mother Weng said.
"Mom, no need. Brother Kai and I both ate mutton dumplings at the dumpling shop." Weng Mei Jia responded.
"Old Zhou's mutton dumplings are really delicious. I was too lazy to cook yesterday and just bought one share back to eat." Mother Weng merrily said.
Then she sat down, peeled an orange for Zhou Kai as she spoke, "Young Kai, it's hard on you to bring Mei Jia back."
"It's Mei Jia who was taking care of me." Zhou Kai said.
Weng Mei Jia remarked: "This person can really attract people. The old uncle and aunt in our section of the carriage want to leave a phone number with him. He became impatient and pretended to sleep."
Zhou Kai was a little embarrassed. So he picked up Mother Weng's oranges and ate them.
Mother Weng wasn't very happy and said, "How these people be like this? Not familiar at all and want a contact phone. How can this do?"
Oh, can't let this prospective son-in-law be robbed by someone else.
"En, not familiar can't do." Father Weng nodded in agreement.
Zhou Kai jollily said, "No such thing. This kind of matter must be handled by my mom for me. I believe in my mom's eyes."
"I like what you said. Your mom's eyes are really faultless. I don't know what to buy when I buy clothes. It's really hard to choose. Your mom went to the store with me and showed me three pieces at once. All of them were very suitable." Mother Weng said quickly.
Zhou Kai grinned.
"I can trust your mom's eyes. Your uncle Weng and I watched you grow up. You can't randomly marry a wife, understand? Wait for your mom to arrange one for you." Mother Weng continued.
Mother Weng knew about Lin Qing He's thought, so she spoke very confidently.
Weng Guo Dong almost couldn't listen anymore. Weng Mei Jia's face turned red. As for Father Weng, he was watching TV.
Can't be helped. Mother Weng's intention was clear to everyone.
Zhou Kai coughed, looked at Weng Mei Jia, and said, "Let's not talk about me. Mei Jia really can't fall in love early."
"Mei Jia, you're in love?" Mother Weng looked at her daughter at once.
"Mom, how old is Mei Jia? It's normal to date," Weng Guo Dong pointed out.
"Enough you. You are older. Why don't I see you date?" Mother Weng snorted.
Weng Guo dong shut up.
"There are two who want to pursue me." Weng Mei Jia calmly told.
"Then what did you say?" Mother Weng was taken aback for a moment and couldn't help but ask.
"Naturally Mei Jia refused. There are still a lot of people at the military hospital have ideas on her. I have to go and keep watch." Zhou Kai said.
"It's normal for my sister to date. What do you mean by going over to keep watch?" Weng Guo Dong raised his eyebrows and looked at him.
He naturally knew his parents' intentions and how they almost treated Zhou Kai as a son-in-law. But this kid didn't seem to be able to open up yet.
On the spot, Zhou Kai explained: "I have to keep an eye. Otherwise, what should I do if Mei Jia get deceived?"
"Just that. No other meaning?" Weng Guo Dong said.
Zhou Kai quickly changed the subject, "Elder brother, how is your job now? Is it still stable?"
"Work is stable. Just marriage isn't settled yet. At this age, he still won't get married." Mother Weng criticized. Then she smiled at Zhou Kai: "I think it is best if you get married at the age of twenty-two or three. What do you think Young Kai?"
Zhou Kai, who was twenty and will be twenty-one after the new year, took a glass of water and drank it. He glanced at Weng Mei Jia and said, "Pretty good."
Mother Weng was satisfied.
Father Weng was also pleased. While Weng Mei Jia peeled an orange for Zhou Kai.
"Little sister, peel one for me too. You have taken care of him for the whole train ride. Still taking care of him nonstop." Weng Guo Dong remarked.
Weng Mei Jia peeled two for her eldest brother to stuff his big mouth.
Zhou Kai liked the Weng family. He used to come to Weng's house frequently when he was studying. It wasn't uncommon to spend the night at Weng's house in the same room with Weng Guo Liang.
He stayed for more than an hour this time before going back.
"Young Kai looks more and more energetic now." Mother Weng said happily.
"It's pretty good." Father Weng nodded.
"He is a famous tiger general at our side. He stands out from the crowd. The most outstanding new official." Weng Guo Dong calmly stated.
Mother Weng quickly asked him about Zhou Kai. Weng Guo Dong mentioned a bit.
Mother Weng was satisfied with what she heard. Then she remembered her daughter's dating matter and immediately said, "You have to remember. You can't agree to anyone's pursue. Your auntie Lin and I are going to be in-laws. I can't find a better in-law than your auntie Lin."
"I'm tired. I'll go back and rest first." Weng Mei Jia hurried back to her room.
"This girl..." Mother Weng was dissatisfied.
"Your daughter is feeling shy. Don't latch on." Father Weng said.
Mother Weng spoke: "I think Young Kai is very care about this girl. Better not let this girl drop the chain, otherwise I wont agree!"
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"Care? Why do I feel this kid hasn't bloom yet?" Perplexed, Weng Guo Dong said.
"You haven't dated yet. What do you know?" Mother Weng was more perplexed than him.
When she mentioned marriage age, she noticed Young Kai's expression. He took a peek at her daughter.
One can't describe how wonderful Mother Weng's mood was. Looking at him from with a mother-in-law's eyes, she became more and more satisfied with his reaction.
She knew it in her heart and was sure. But her daughter's attitude wasn't clear yet.
Weng Guo Dong took a fatal hit and stopped talking.
Father Weng said, "Don't go lecture Mei Jia. She is also satisfied with Young Kai." How Father Weng not know his daughter and stated.
Weng Guo Dong nodded. His sister had peeled oranges for Zhou Kai. Really, that kind of concern.
When Mother Weng heard this, she didn't go in to disturb her daughter. She merrily said: "Let them date for two years and then get them to marry."
Father Weng thought it was pretty good. Twenty-two was appropriate age to get married. Not too young.
Back to Zhou Kai's side. When he got back, he saw his mom and his brothers. When he and Mei Jia came back, they were at the mall. They weren't present.
"Eldest Brother is amazing. One look and you can tell you can fight," Zhou Gui Lai said enviously.
"Once you graduate, go to our place and stay for two years before coming out." Zhou Kai responded.
Zhou Gui Lai's expression changed: "Not going. I want to stay at home and accompany my parents and grandparents!"
"This gut." Zhou Kai glanced at him with disdain.
"Eldest Brother, your arm is almost like steel now." Zhou Gui Lai commented as he punched his arm.
Zhou Kai ignored him and only looked at Lin Qing He: "Mom, can you make me something delicious tonight?"
"Want something delicious? Eat the radish and salt-pickled veg if you want!" Lin Qing He answered.
With that, she opened the freezer, took out the pig's stomach that had just been frozen yesterday to thaw, and ordered Second to boil water to remove the chicken's feather.
Every time he returned, Lin Qing He had to make this pig's stomach and chicken dish for him. She knew that he wouldn't be short of food or drink outside. But when he came back, Lin Qing He would give him nourishment.
As the old saying goes, people nourish their stomachs in their first 30 years and the stomach nourish them in the next 30 years.
This stomach must be treated well for him.
"Once Eldest Brother return, this dish must be made. Yesterday Mom ordered three pig's stomach. All reserved for you. We want to eat it but she said we have to wait for you to come back." Zhou Gui Lai clicked his tongue.
"Do I normally short you food or clothes?" Lin Qing He asked.
"No. It just feels that every time Eldest Brother comes back, my second brother and I have fallen out of favor." Zhou Gui Lai laughed.
"You guys been spoiled for a whole year. You got to at least share a day with me." Zhou Kai said.
Zhou Gui Lai smiled and then went home. He brought his camera over and asked his eldest brother to stand up. He took a few photos.
"You don't know. When you didn't come back, Grandmother would rely on these photos to pass the days. Every day, she have to flip through them back and forth several times." Zhou Gui Lai told.
Zhou Kai cooperated with him. He took with his mother. With his expressionless dad. And with his second brother who was plucking chicken's feather.
After such a roll of photos, Zhou Gui Lai beamed and said, "Our photo album is old and precious. We will keep it to pass down."
From when they were very young, their parents took them to take pictures in the county town. It was a annual tradition. Every year, it was taken.
Even now, Zhou Gui Lai, who had grown up big, would look at the photos of them when they were young. It was completely satisfying.
"It's just that our mom is still our mom. Young as always. Our dad has gotten old in the past ten years." Zhou Gui Lai commented.
Then Third received a few glance from Zhou Qing Bai's cold eyes.
"Nonsense. Your dad's treasure isn't old. His glory hasn't diminished since back then. What do you stinky brat know?" Lin Qing He persisted on defending her man.
Zhou Qing Bai's expression was like winter snow encountering the spring sun. Although he continued to silently wrap his dumplings, he occasionally swept his gaze toward his wife. The three Zhou brothers couldn't bear it!
Can't be helped. It was too greasy!
"Mow you're back, for morning exercises take Third out to practice. So wordy, he can go out to the society. Since he can fight, he need to learn to take beatings." Zhou Qing Bai instructed Eldest.
Zhou Kai looked at Third with a gloomy gaze.
Zhou Gui Lai yelled: "Dad, I'm just joking. Really! I have never seen such a man worthy of my mom. You are definitely the only one. You two have always been specially right for each other since you were young. Look at the photos. A talented man and a beautiful woman!"
In fact, it wasn't. Every pictures of his dad, he always keeps his face the same to the end and stood next to their cheerful mother. When the brothers were in junior high and high school, they often complained that their dad wasn't worthy of their mother.
If it weren't for the good allowance for being a soldier in the past, would a blockhead be able to marry their mother just like that? No way.
"It's useless for you to say a fairy matching the god of war. Tomorrow, join Eldest Brother's practice." Zhou Xuan gloated.
"Second Brother, you are going into literature in the future. You got to make sure your body is good, understand? You have to go practice with us!" Zhou Gui Lai immediately pulled him into the water.
"I often play basketball. Don't think of me as a weak chicken. With so much words, you will be beaten when you go out. Go learn to take beating from Eldest Brother. Dad is right." Zhou Xuan said with a smile.
"Why are other family's youngest the doted one? And our youngest is the best target to bully?" Zhou Gui Lai grumbled.
"What kind of doted one are you?" Zhou Qing Bai said in disgust.
His future little daughter is the jewel in the palm and the family's doted one.
The whole family was quite lively in this small dumpling shop. At the end of the year, the business was relatively quiet. Most people came directly to buy a few jins of dumplings to take home to cook by themselves. So there weren't many eating dumplings. So quite a sum came to buy dumplings.
Selling dumplings was quite profitable.
At this time, the pig's stomach and chicken was getting stewed. It'll be perfect to eat in the evening. When the pot started to simmer, Lin Qing He sent Zhou Kai to the bathhouse.
He went with Second and Third.
The three brothers came to find Father Zhou. Old Wang was playing chess with Father Zhou. It went without saying he overjoyed to see Zhou Kai come back.
Mother Zhou was even more agitated: "Da Wa. Oh, Grandmother's grandson. Grandmother hasn't seen you for a long time!"
Among all grandchildren, she doted Zhou Kai the most. There was no doubt about this.
When he was young, she often stuffed boiled eggs to him and occasionally got caught by Second Sister-in-law. Back then, the family hadn't split. So Second Sister-in-law often brought it up.
Zhou Kai grinned: "Grandmother, this year I can stay until the seventh of January." Doing the math, it was over half-month holiday. Quite rare.
"Only until the seventh? Can't you leave after the Lantern Festival?" Mother Zhou didn't think so. She felt the holiday was too short.
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Zhou Kai didn't know whether laugh or cry. He didn't say anything though. His grandmother missed him.
"Grandmother knows that you are busy. But when you are free, you have to come back, understand?" Mother Zhou continued.
"Grandmother, I know." Zhou Kai nodded.
"God-grandfather, let's take a bath together." Zhou Gui Lai said.
"Go get my clothes and bath towels." Old Wang gave him the key and said.
Zhou Gui Lai headed out to get clothes and saw Wang Yuan on the way out. Wang Yuan came over with fruits. One net of pears and one net of apples. Both were large net bags.
"Where are you going?" Wang Yuan asked.
"Getting clothes for my god-grandfather and prepare to go to the bathhouse." Zhou Kai Gui Lai replied.
Wang Yuan nodded. Once he went in, he saw Zhou Kai and immediately smiled: "When did you come back?"
"Today." Zhou Kai merrily answered: "Congratulations to Second Brother-in-law. It's a joy to have a baby twins." His mom had mentioned these when they talking on the phone.
"Thanks." Wang Yuan grinned.
Mother Zhou remarked, "Why bring so many fruits again? Your uncle (Da Lin) bought two boxes of apples yesterday."
"Then eat more." Wang Yuan said.
He also wanted to take a wash. So he said, "I'll go back and get my clothes and go with you later."
Naturally, there was no objection. The group of people came to the bathhouse together to take a wash. Although Zhou Kai's chest wound healed, the evidence of it still remained. It went without saying they discovered it.
"If Mom know about this, Mom will make you come back to make dumplings right away." Zhou Gui Lai said in a speechless voice. Just the look of it felt painful to him.
"Don't tell Mom when you go back." Zhou Kai warningly looked at Zhou Xuan and Zhou Gui Lai.
"Don't worry. I won't say it." Zhou Xuan took a look and said.
"Be careful outside," Wang Yuan urged.
"I know. This was an accident." Zhou Kai responded.
Old Wang and Father Zhou also saw it. They were worried. It was obvious from Zhou Kai's reaction that he would not give up his dream because of this. So they didn't say anything.
Wang Yuan asked: "How many can you fight on your own now?"
"It depends on the opponent's skill." Zhou Kai said. If was ordinary person level, he can fight a group. If it was someone used to fighting on the street and had experience, then he can fight a few. As for those kind of underworld fighting master, then maybe he can barely make a few moves with him one-on-one.
At his place, these were what he trained on every day. In addition, he had extraordinary talent. Whether in military academy or in the army, his progress was huge. Though the soldiers under him were older than him, they respected him.
Even if there was, they were beaten until they submit.
Looking at his arm, Wang Yuan had some admiration. It was obvious he was trained.
"Second Brother-in-law, you have to be nice to my second sister. If not, just my brother only, you can't win." Zhou Gui Lai meanly uttered.
"Let's go to the hot springs one of these day. We won't take you, Third." Wang Yuan waved his hand.
"Brother-in-law. Second Brother-in-law, I know you love my Sister Er Ni the most and will definitely treat her well. After all, she is bring her husband blessing. I can definitely trust you. There are so many flower-loving people outside. You aren't one of them. Let's go together one of these days." Zhou Gui Lai said.
"I'm missing a back scrubber." Wang Yuan stated.
Zhou Gui Lai went over to serve him.
Speaking of serving, there was a funny story. Originally, the big bathhouse in Greater Dabei didn't have so many problems. But a college student from the southern side came here to study and caused an amusing stir.
He came in in his underwear to wash up. He was originally low-key and shy, but the more shy he was, the more he became the focus of the bathhouse.
After taking a wash, they came out refreshed.
They came back to that side. Mother Zhou knew Fourth's wife stewed something delicious, so she said, "You can come here to eat lunch tomorrow. I will make it for you."
"Okay." Zhou Kai responded.
Zhou Kai went to see the baby twins before going home.
"Da Wa become so tall and strong." Zhou Er Ni smilingly said.
"If he go back to the village, he will be the tallest in the whole village." Zhou Si Ni grinned.
They weren't surprised about him growing so tall though. First of all, their uncle and aunt weren't short. And then, these cousins' food aspect had them all envy in the village.
Like truly envious. At that time, the conditions were still bad. Terrible bad. It was wonderful if one could eat 60% to 70% full.
However, their fourth aunt was creative when feeding Da Wa and the others. There were many people in the village who criticized about it in the background. Saying that Fourth Aunt didn't know how to live and would only cause ruin.
But who wouldn't be envious at that time?
Later, Fourth Aunt went to teach in junior high school and Da Wa brothers had milk to drink. They had it every day. It made people overflow with envy.
The whole village envied them for having a mother like their fourth aunt. It was simply living in happiness.
Nowadays, whether it was Zhou Kai, Zhou Xuan, or the youngest Zhou Gui Lai, they were all over 1.8 meters tall. Quite tall. It was all due to the foundation laid down when they were young.
Wang Yuan said: "Third just warned me. If I'm not good to you, then he will get his eldest brother beat me."
Zhou Si Ni burst into laughter. Zhou Er Ni also couldn't stop herself. Her heart was warmed. She married so far to the capital. What's more, it was marrying up. How could she not feel uneasy in her heart? But with her fourth uncle and fourth aunt's family present, she was at ease.
Getting back to the dumpling shop. The family was ready to eat dinner. It was a bit early, but not a big problem.
The earlier they finished the meal, the earlier Eldest can go back to rest.
"Where is Hu Zi?" Zhou Kai asked when he saw Gang Zi coming and not a shadow of Hu Zi.
"Hu Zi went to set up a stall. Just leave him a bowl and a few mantou." Lin Qing He said. They didn't wait for Hu Zi since they were eating early today. Just keeping it warm for him was fine.
"He come back every day when it's dinner time. Very driven." Zhou Xuan remarked.
"Of course, he must be driven. Just how much money was needed to transfer household registration. And the expenses such as marrying a wife, etc.. Being driven is the right thing to do now." Zhou Gui Lai said.
"Aunt, can I go out to set up a stall next year?" Gang Zi smilingly asked.
"Can start next summer vacation." Lin Qing He nodded.
"Not continuing to study?" Zhou Qing Bai looked at him and said.
"No, it's enough." Gang Zi quickly shook his head. He knew that uncle was thinking for his best, but he wanted to make money more.
"Let's eat. After eating, go rest." Lin Qing He said to Eldest.
"En," Zhou Kai nodded.
After Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai finished eating, they went to the movies. Recently, there hadn't been much time. Since there were new movies, they had to go and watch them.
"This year, except for Sister Er Ni and Sister San Ni's birthing nieces and nephews, what else had happened?" Zhou Kai asked when it was just them brothers left.
"Too much. You won't believe it when you hear it." Zhou Gui Lai uttered.
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Because their eldest brother didn't know the situation, Zhou Gui Lai would definitely not keep it secret. So he recounted how Xu Sheng Mei held harming heart and wanted to match Hu Zi and Zhang Mei Lian. In the end, the match wasn't successful and Zhang Mei Lian and Xu Sheng Qiang got entangled together.
Zhou Kai knew Zhang Mei Lian. This one kept fluttering her eyes at him at the start. Then she picked Hu Zi. Now she got together with Xu Sheng Qiang.
Zhou Kai frowned when hearing this was Xu Sheng Mei's handiwork.
"Dad doesn't care about them siblings now." Zhou Gui Lai stated.
Zhou Kai didn't say anything. Old Xu Family had already connected with old Zhang Family. There was nothing to say. Old Zhang Family had harmed his god-grandfather in the past.
Zhou Kai went home after eating to rest first. Such long journey was tiring. Better go to bed earlier at this time.
Zhou Xuan, Zhou Gui Lai, and Gang Zi continued to watch the store. Hu Zi didn't return until about six o'clock.
Gang Zi went to serve him food. It was still warm.
"You all finished eating." Hu Zi said.
"Brother Kai is back. So we ate earlier today. These are enough for you," Gang Zi explained.
The big bowl for dumplings had pig's stomach and chicken in it with a sprinkle of pepper flake. It was eaten with four mantou. Guaranteed that he will be full.
Hu Zi was indeed hungry. He was fulfilled after he finished eating, "It's so delicious."
He can eat more if there were.
"How is the business? There aren't many clothes left." Zhou Xuan asked.
"Very good." Hu Zi nodded.
Toward the end of this year, he sold puffer jackets, which were still very popular. He can sell seven or eight pieces a day. On good days, it wasn't a problem to sell more than a dozen pieces.
After a month, it was hard to make two to three hundred. There where times it exceed that.
Hu Zi was very motivated every day now. Even on this snowy day, his stall was still punctually open.
"When will you give yourself a vacation?" Zhou Gui Lai asked, "Second Brother-in-law said that we'll go to the hot springs."
"You guys go." Hu Zi shook his head.
His aunt had told him that his youngest aunt spent two thousand yuan to move their household registration. He wanted to move his one, which won't be any cheaper. So he was this driven now?
Take advantage of the end of the year now, he worked hard.
He originally planned to go back at this time, but now he want to wait until 25th before going home. The tickets had already been booked. It wasn't just him. Chen Shan Shan will go back with him to see his parents at home.
Seeing him like this, Zhou Xuan and Zhou Gui Lai didn't continue to persuade him, "Pack the things and prepare to go back."
At this time, there was no business in the shop. So it won't stay open. The youths closed the shop and went home.
Hu Zi didn't return. Instead he looked for Chen Shan Shan. After a busy day, he always sought Chen Shan Shan for a chat.
When Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai came out of the movie, they headed over to the cigarette shop to take a look.
The two workers in the cigarette shop were both recruited by Ma Cheng Min. Both had relied on some relationship. Lin Qing He didn't mind. As long as they could be used, it would be fine.
The business of the cigarette shop was very good. After taking one look, Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai went over to the beverage shop.
Every winter, it was off-peak season for the beverage shop. While snacks were doing very good. Lin Qing He asked for a jin of five-spice melon seeds.
She nibbled away with Zhou Qing Bai on the way home. She spoke, "The movies are getting better and better now."
"En." Zhou Qing Bai responded. It was indeed entertaining. It was getting bolder and bolder. There was a kiss scene just now.
It was just after eight o'clock when the couple came home with melon seeds. Zhou Kai was sleeping inside with the door closed. The others were watching TV in the living room.
"Dare to eat ice cream on this cold weather?" Lin Qing He glared.
"Just one." Zhou Gui Lai said.
Lin Qing He stated, "Don't come to me if you have a cold!"
"How can I be so weak and catch a cold from a single ice cream? I'm not made of water." Zhou Gui Lai responded.
"Where is Hu Zi?" Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai sat down seated and asked.
"Still walking outside with Sister Shan Shan." Zhou Gui Lai answered.
Just as his words finished, Hu Zi came back.
"You're finally back. My mom was just asking about you." Zhou Gui Lai said.
Hu Zi smiled and said, "It was snowing outside, so we walked a little slower."
"Got to walk slowly to reach the point of white hair together." Lin Qing He answered.
Hu Zi immediately blushed. Zhou Gui Lai laughed. Zhou Xuan stated, "Quieter. Eldest Brother is sleeping."
Zhou Gui Lai reduce his volume and said, "Sister Er Ni married this year. How about Hu Zi and Sister Shan Shan get married next year? You are going back this year. You can get the certificate and all in this trip. Set up a small banquet there. Then come here to set up another. And it's done."
Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai both turned to Hu Zi.
"Sounds like an idea. It's not easy to go back and forth. Brother, don't you plan to settle it as soon as possible with Sister-in-law?" Gang Zi voiced.
"It's too fast." Hu Zi shook his head.
Although it was possible to get married, Hu Zi really didn't plan to act so fast. He still had nothing.
Once Shan Shan marry him, she had to come out and live in an rented house with him. Although it was an issue, he wanted to buy a home here before preparing to get married.
No rush for now. Later they can discuss it after he take her back to his home.
Both Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai didn't say anything about this. Lin Qing He felt that marriage would be too early. Take it slowly.
He had nothing. He can't even give Shan Shan a capital household registration.
Of course, he can bring his household registration over this time. There will be no access problem when the time comes. It was just, the money won't be less. Still, it was wonderful to get it settled.
It can be considered once and for all.
After watching TV for a while, Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai went back to their room. Zhou Qing Bai took the ledger out and started to calculate the accounts.
Lin Qing He grabbed an orange to eat and said, "Count it tomorrow. It's late."
Zhou Qing Bai glanced at her and raised his eyebrows.
"Ahem, you should settle the account." Lin Qing He uttered when she saw his gaze.
Zhou Qing Bai chuckled and then began to tally the accounts. After finishing with the accounts of the closed shops, he got on bed and hugged his wife to sleep.
Lin Qing He didn't plan to go home to celebrate the New Year. But there was abrupt weather change. Zhou Xiao Mei came over the next day.
"Fourth Sister-in-law, I'm afraid you and my fourth brother have to go back." Zhou Xiao Mei stated.
"Huh?" Lin Qing He was shocked and looked at her.
"Third Brother called the convenience shop next to the bun shop. That boss got me to listen. Your third brother asked him to pass a message. Auntie Lin seems to be dying." Zhou Xiao Mei expanded.
Lin Qing He frowned: "My third brother said that those two elderlies are in good health."
Don't assume that she became Lin Family's daughter, she will affection for Father Lin and Mother Lin. There was none. In the past, when Zhou Qing Bai returned from injury, she went back and tested them. Why should be so affectionate when they were so heartless?
Everyone had their own lives!
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Lin Qing He was rushing to find faults back then. All was fine if old Lin Family was a little soft, even if they didn't her a lot of help. But how did old Lin Family react?
She didn't hesitate to make such a cut. For so many years, she hadn't asked the old couple's situation. Nor did she send a penny back.
She had put it into action.
She taken on the unfilial label. Who cared what other said. It was fine that she can live comfortably.
But in this situation, she and Zhou Qing Bai had to go back.
Not a problem. Second and Third were on vacation and Eldest was back. Going back now, they can come back before the New Year.
Lin Qing He first made a call to Third Sister-in-law.
"You guys are on holiday. No one would answer the phone in the office. So I called Xiao Mei's side." Said Third Sister-in-law.
"What's the situation now?" Lin Qing He asked.
"Their old house was too old. It was collapsed from the snow in the middle of the night. Uncle Lin reportedly ran out quickly, while Auntie Lin got crushed," Third Sister-in-law told.
So this the true portrayal of catastrophe strike, each fly their own?
Lin Qing He was silent for a while and said, "Then we will go back today."
"Then I'll let your third brother know." Third Sister-in-law acknowledged.
Lin Qing He hung up the phone with her and then came to the train station with Zhou Qing Bai to catch their ride. As for the home, it was left to the three sons to manage.
It took a few days to reach the county city.
She and Zhou Qing Bai first came over to Third Brother Lin's shop. Third Brother Lin wasn't at the shop right now. Only Third Sister-in-law Lin was there.
Seeing Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai, Third Sister-in-law Lin called out with joy.
"Where is she now? The hospital or at old home?" Lin Qing He said
"Took her back to old home the day before yesterday. She passed last night." Third Sister-in-law Lin answered.
Lin Qing He didn't have any expression and asked, "Where is Third Brother?"
"He's in the village." Third Sister-in-law Lin answered. Then she grumbled: "First Branch and Second Branch are really rotten. When this winter came this year, Ah Xiu's father went back to the village to look around, he felt that the roof wasn't stable. He brought them a cartful of things back for them to repair. However, those things were divided between First Branch and First Branch. The old house didn't get any repair. The snow fell a little bit that day and it was crushed."
Lin Qing He frowned.
"Since this winter, we sent home a lot of food. There were a lot of eggs and meat included. But those things often get divided between the two branches. Can't say anything about that. However those are for the roof and they took them!" Third Sister-in-law Lin uttered angrily.
Lin Qing He asked, "When will the funeral be done?"
Third Sister-in-law Lin chattered a bit to her, so her Third Sister won't assume her family didn't take care of the two elders. They had really took care of them.
However their son wasn't just her husband. In front of him were two older ones.
"The funeral will be the day after tomorrow," Third Sister-in-law Lin replied.
Lin Qing He nodded and said, "Let's go over that side first and then go back to the village later. Will my Third Brother come back?"
"He will get home in the evening." Third Sister-in-law Lin responded.
Lin Qing He nodded and followed Zhou Qing Bai over to Third Brother's shop.
"It's already at this time. Stay at our home for dinner before going back?" Third Sister-in-law urged.
"We'll go back to the village to eat." Lin Qing He shook her head.
After hopping on their bike, they headed back to the village.
The keys to their house were all placed at Eldest Sister-in-law's side. Eldest Sister-in-law had clean up the house for them and said, "I estimated you'll be coming back soon."
The news that Mother Lin was gone had spread. No matter how bad their relationship was, she had to come back to send her off now she was gone.
"This New Year." Lin Qing He sighed softly.
Zhou Qing Bai assured: "It's nothing. I'll go over tomorrow."
"Why are you going tomorrow? Let's go together the day after tomorrow." Lin Qing He stated. She hadn't been there for a long time. Although she was back to send off, it was only send of. Other things were all male affairs. What part did she, the married daughter, had?
Let's go together the day after tomorrow.
Eldest Sister-in-law began to prepare dinner as she chatted with Lin Qing He: "Now in the Fangyuan, everyone is scolding old Lin's first branch and second branch for not being filial."
That side wasn't too far away from here. Words spread especially when the snow was so big that it caused people to die.
What's more, over there was the maternal home of famous Lin Qing He.
Since it happened news spread everywhere. Saying before the snow, old Third Lin had brought a lot of good materials back as he wanted his parents' roof to be repaired.
Old Third Lin had often sent things back. Every month, a living allowance was given to the two elders. The whole surrounding area knew about this.
This time, the roof repair materials were split between first branch and second's roof instead.
It was why this incident happened.
Originally, Mother Lin wasn't young anymore. If there was no such incident, there would be no problem to live for another five or six years. However, her head was hit and she had immediately fainted. Also, her legs were crushed until it was broken.
Although she was sent to the hospital and got treated, they had told them to prepare for her funeral. She had been comatose. Completely unconscious.
These matters spread from Linjia Village. Soon, it spread all everywhere. Eldest Brother Lin and Second Brother Lin were often criticize for being inhumane.
Actually, Eldest Brother Lin was wronged. He didn't want it. It was second branch. Then his wife wanted to copy. So this happened.
Nowadays, it was basically spread all over the several villages in Fangyuan.
Third Brother Lin had already dealt with this affair and went back to the county town. After returning, he realized that his sister and brother-in-law had both returned and went back to Zhoujia Village.
"I'll go there tomorrow." Third Brother Lin stated.
On the day of the funeral, his wife and children have to go back too.
"I told Third Sister it's not that we are not filial." Third Sister-in-law Lin mentioned.
"Why talk about those?" Third Brother Lin frowned.
"Got to talk about it! Or else Third Sister will mistakenly think that we aren't taking care of the old couple?" Third Sister-in-law replied.
Third Brother Lin didn't say anything.
Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai had gone back to the village and returned to their home after eating at Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-law's.
After travelling so long. they were naturally tired. The couple boiled water, took a hot bath, and then went to bed first.
The next morning, they came over to Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-law's for breakfast.
"Old Fourth, when I came over last night, you already fell asleep." Second Brother dropped by.
"Second Brother, have you eaten yet? Let's eat together?" Eldest Sister-in-law asked.
"I've eaten." Second Brother answered.
Eldest Sister-in-law nodded. She scooped a bowl for Eldest Brother and said, "This winter is as cold as the previous one. It's extremely freezing."
"It's much better now. One can have a full stomach. Before, it was eat until 50% to 60% full." Eldest Brother remarked.
Second Brother grinned. Then he meekly looked at Lin Qing He and asked: "Fourth's wife, how are San Ni and Ai Guo doing over there? I heard that they have given birth to a big round boy?"
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"Second Brother, why are you talking about this now?" Eldest Sister-in-law spoke.
What kind of situation it was now? If he want to ask about San Ni's side, it got to wait until Mother Lin's affairs are over.
"It's alright." Lin Qing He said, "San Ni and Ai Guo are both well. There are so many people over there."
"That's good, That's good." Second Brother grinned.
Lin Qing He emotionally looked at Second Brother. Speaking with conscience, Second Brother wasn't a bad person. The brothers have similar personalities and were the kind of men who listen to their wife.
If one marry the right wife, they will definitely become prosperous. But if one marry one that doesn't beckon fortune, they have a lifetime of hardship.
"Does Second Brother want to develop in some side industries?" Lin Qing He brought up.
"Next year, the family will build a house. At that time, the money will be spent on the new house." Second Brother shook his head at this.
Their family was longing to build a new house. So there will not much money to start some side business.
Lin Qing He didn't say anything: "You don't have to worry Ai Guo and San Ni. It's just not easy for them to live in a big city."
"I know. Let the two of them live well with their child. Don't need to mind this side." Second Brother nodded.
Lin Qing He thought, even if you want San Ni to look after, San Ni will not care. Although it was a rush to come back this time, San Ni had never mentioned her maternal family despite being in the capital for so long. It can be seen that she wanted nothing to do with her maternal family. It was evident she didn't have any good impression of her maternal family.
"How is Xia Xia doing?" Zhou Qing Bai asked.
"Xia Xia doing fine. He's currently dating his master's youngest daughter. But due the house being too old, he didn't bring her back yet. We'll see next year." Second Brother merrily replied.
Zhou Qing Bai nodded: "Let him keep up the good work. In the future, he can make the whole sets of furniture for people. His business won't do badly then."
"Get Xia Xia to ask those schools and see if they can cooperate with the school. Many tables and chairs in the school need to be replaced. This is also a channel." Lin Qing He suggested.
"Alright, I'll tell Xia Xia when he comes back." Second Brother agreed at once.
Not staying much longer, he went back.
Eldest Sister-in-law sighed and said, "Xia Xia's girlfriend has a bit of a temper."
"What's the matter?" Lin Qing He asked.
"I visited once last time. However I left without them keeping me for lunch." Eldest Sister-in-law told.
She was comparable to First Sister's capital son-in-law.
Lin Qing He said, "Second Brother seems very satisfied?"
"Not only is he satisfied, but Xia Xia's mother is also very satisfied. She praised her son for marrying a wife from the city in the whole village. There were many people who laugh at her behind her back." Eldest Sister-in-law spoke.
The city daughter-in-law looked down on their family. However, Second Sister-in-law doesn't care about it. Zhou Xia come back once a month. When he comes back, she wants to set up some good to bring there. Said, it was for future in-laws.
She was overly eager. She hoped Zhou Xia can marry her back.
Lin Qing He understood. This was because the girl was from the city. So she wanted to fawn. That's only right. How much face-garnering was it when her son to marry a city wife? So Second Sister-in-law got to hold her up and coax, right?
"Every force has a counterforce." Lin Qing He couldn't help but blurted out.
Zhou Qing Bai was helpless. Eldest Brother found it funny. Eldest Sister-in-law laughed out: "Isn't it brine water choosing that bit of tofu. One conquer another? Every mouthful was my eldest daughter-in-law. How affectionate it sounded."
Lin Qing He said: "It seems that Xia Xia will live in the city in the future."
"It's only right to live in the city. It's not convenient to go back and forth such distance," Eldest Brother uttered.
"His mother had told him to not come back if there was no problem. However, Xia Xia is got good character, like Second Brother. Won't forget one's root." Eldest Sister-in-law commented.
No matter how busy Zhou Xia was, he would take a day to come back. After so many years of watching, Eldest Sister-in-law knew in her heart.
To be honest, in the second branch, only San Ni and Xia Xia were like Second Brother. More normal. Zhou Liu Ni and the other one were like Second Sister-in-law.
"When we go back, let's go and see Xia Xia." Zhou Qing Bai said with satisfaction.
After eating, Zhou Qing Bai and Lin Qing He went out. Got to interact with nearby neighbors.
The couple went to the village branch secretary's house to sit around. They had drop by other people's homes before they finally came to Zhou Dong and Cai Ba Mei's side.
These couples were quite promising.
"Uncle, Aunt, have lunch at our home?" Zhou Dong smilingly said.
"No. Going over to my eldest sister-in-law's. We already agreed on it." Lin Qing He replied, "How is the market this year?"
"Very good." Zhou Dong grinned: "I plan to expand the scale again next year."
"Work hard and you won't do badly in the future. Stick to your own principles and quality." Lin Qing He said.
She had plans in this regard too.
After returning home with Zhou Qing Bai, they started chatting: "How about all the shops we own changed to using organic food in the future?"
"What do you mean?" Zhou Qing Bai looked at her because he didn't understand.
"Produce healthy fruits and vegetables." Lin Qing He said.
"Unhealthy fruit trees in the future?" Zhou Qing Bai asked in surprise.
"It's not that it's unhealthy. It just doesn't have the original flavor. When the land is available for sale, we will go to the outskirts to buy a piece of land to specially plant these and build a chicken farm. The fertilizer is self-sufficient. The kind that doesn't use pesticides or chemical fertilizers." Lin Qing He explained.
Zhou Qing Bai stated, "That requires a lot of land."
"It is a lot. But if it can be set up in the future, it won't do too bad." Lin Qing He said.
"Have to go to other places to buy more shops then. Just those aren't enough." Zhou Qing Bai declared.
"Go to capital city and look for more." Lin Qing He nodded.
It was a great idea to do this in the future. Also, building a few buildings to collect the rent. These were her ideals. There was nothing else.
The couple rested in the their room. Third Brother Lin drove over at about ten o'clock.
"Sister, Brother-in-law." Third Brother Lin shouted from outside.
"Come in." Lin Qing He answered from inside.
Third Brother Lin pushed the door, saw his sister and brother-in-law sitting in the hall, and said, "Why didn't you go over to our house?"
"I'll go over tomorrow." Lin Qing He indifferently stated.
Third Brother Lin sighed and spoke, "Sister, Mother is gone now."
"So I came back with your brother-in-law to send her off the last time." Lin Qing He replied.
Third Brother Lin told, "Father said he want to see you."
"Why do he wants to see me? He has a few sons, who can take care of him." Lin Qing He unfeelingly said.
When broken off and not truly break off, one will suffer from the chaos. Since the ties were cut off at the beginning, what was there to hesitate about?
Third Brother Lin pursed his lips and said, "Sister, go see Father. This time it was a great blow to Father. He has changed a lot."
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"Little Sister, we as elder brothers were wrong back then. And this matter has passed so many years." Eldest Brother Lin said.
"Before we were too poor, so we minded every little thing." Second Brother Lin followed when he saw his eldest brother speak.
"Yeah. Before was too poor, so you minded every little things. Now you aren't poor anymore. You can split the two old people's roof material for yourselves. These are their beloved good sons." Unreserved, Lin Qing He pointed out.
She didn't have any guilt toward Father Lin and Mother Lin. She even helped them cultivate a promising youngest son who would definitely be able to provide them with a good old age care.
However, it couldn't withstand the two of them from seeking death.
If they didn't give it, how could the two brothers dare to scramble for the roof material?
Since they were happy to give it, there was nothing left to say.
"Third Aunt, how could you talk like that. It was clearly our grandparents who said to give it to us." Lin An argued.
"There's no room for you to speak here!" Eldest Sister-in-law Lin hurriedly pulled her son.
"I'm telling the truth. Third Aunt is grandparent's daughter. She is the most prosperous in the whole family. She hasn't been home for so many years and has never been filial. "Lin An stated.
"Your words are wrong. Two elders is yours. How to take care is your business. It got nothing to do with me whether you take good care of them or not. I'm discussing the case as it stands. Kid, you should go out and inquire. See how unpleasant the words are spread now. You really got the face to speak." Lin Qing He said.
Lin An said, "Those nonsense made by them!"
Lin Qing He didn't bother to waste words with a hairy boy Third Brother Lin called, "Sister, the smell is gone."
"Just me alone is enough. You don't need to go in." Lin Qing He directed to Zhou Qing Bai.
However, Zhou Qing Bai followed in. Lin Qing He pulled her scarf to cover her nose. She pulled up Zhou Qing Bai's too. Zhou Qing Bai gave her a helpless look and took the scarf off.
Father Lin was lying on the bed. When he saw Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai come in, he said, "You two are finally back."
"You keep saying this like you longed for us to come back. It's enough to have a few sons by your side to serve you." Lin Qing He said bluntly.
Father Lin glanced at her, "After so many years, you still haven't let go of your knot? What happened back then..."
"What did you call me back fir? Just say it directly." Lin Qing He said impatiently.
During catastrophe, he flew separately with Mother Lin. She was clear what kind of personality such a person have.
Father Lin didn't look at her anymore. He turned to Zhou Qing Bai and said, "My daughter married to you, do you have anything to say?"
"Enough. Qing Bai spent a full 100 yuan to marry me back then. One hundred yuan in the sixties, old Mister. You don't need me to tell you valuable it is. And this house. It used my gift money to build it up back then." Lin Qing He said directly.
In addition to this gift money, what about filial money and supplies? There were a lot of them!
So if he want to talk about this now, forget about mentioning it.
"Father, what time is it now? Why are speaking of these? Why did you get me to call Third Sister back? Just say it." Third Brother Lin urged.
Father Lin looked at his imposing daughter and son-in-law and declared, "I want to go to the capital with you."
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When Father Lin said this, Third Brother Lin's expression changed: "Father, what are you saying!"
"Didn't I say it clear enough? I'm going to the capital!" Father Lin looked at Zhou Qing Bai and Lin Qing He as he spoke.
Zhou Qing Bai glanced at his old father-in-law and stated, "There are people taking care of you here."
"What people? If there are, how can I live like this. Can your mother-in-law be crushed to death?" retorted Father Lin.
He can tell. He had to follow this daughter to the capital to have a good life. Look at what they both wear. They weren't any worse than landlord of the past.
If he went to a big place like the capital, he would surely be able to live a good life for a good few years. He didn't want to live in the village anymore.
"Now we have seen you, it's time to go back." Lin Qing He didn't want to talk to the old man. She was even mentally prepared for him demanding money. As long as it did not exceed her bottom line, she would give him some money. Unexpectedly, he wanted to go to the capital with her?
Lin Qing He didn't want to say a word at this moment. She directly walked out.
"You unfilial girl! Raised you so big for nothing. If I knew earlier you were so unfilial, I would have drowned you when you were born!" Father Lin's yells bursted out.
"You think I want to be old Lin's daughter. I don't know how many lifetimes of bad luck that made me born in this family. Now I'm already out of the mud and don't have half a single hair to do with old Lin Family. Also, don't make raising me a big deal. After raising me for a few years, does it add up to the amount of my gift money back then?" Lin Qing He unceremoniously talked back to the old man in front of so many people in old Lin Family.
Father Lin was so furious that he couldn't speak.
"Little Sister, don't be angry..." Eldest Sister-in-law Lin wanted to pull the scene together.
"Who is your little sister? Is your eyes bad or what?" Lin Qing He swept a glance at her before looking at the others: "Tomorrow, I will come to send the old madam off for the last time. If I hear something this old man speak unacceptable words, I won't pay any money toward the old madam. Also, if this old man leaves in the future, don't need to notify me."
After speaking, she told Zhou Qing Bai to ride the bicycle and left.
"Why is Third Aunt like this?" Lin An said angrily.
This third aunt was too arrogant and too overbearing. She didn't have them in her eyes.
"She was like this back then. Now that she have money and become a citizen of the capital, wouldn't she become worst?" Second Sister-in-law Lin coldly snorted.
"She's astounding. She has money. So she can deny her all relatives!" Second Brother Lin was also vexed.
Eldest Brother Lin didn't say anything.
Eldest Sister-in-law Lin scolded her son: "What's with you? I told you to be polite to your third aunt. Why did you speak so much?"
"Mother, don't expect her to take me to the capital. From what I see, she doesn't have old Lin Family in her heart." Lin An directly stated.
How could Eldest Sister-in-law Lin not know. If she did have old Lin Family in her heart, would she not come back to see them during these many years? Even when old Second Lin was pulled into the police station, she would indifferently let the two elderlies roll around if it weren't for Zhou Qing Bai.
Truly heartless.
Still, they got to hold on to hope. If she could take their studious son to the capital to study, he would surely become a dragon and a phoenix.
But now it seem that there was really no hope.
"Just now, I heard Father say he want to go to the capital?" Second Brother Lin said.
"He can dream. Actually wants to live a good life in the capital. She take her in-laws, not her father!" Second Sister-in-law Lin sneered.
"Does Father not have no sons or daughters-in-law? And have to go and eat off his married daughter? Do you want face?" Third Brother Lin directed his gaze at his second sister-in-law.
"Third Brother can make money now. You can lecture me." Second Sister-in-law Lin harrumphed.
"Old Zhou's two elders got the ability to enjoy the blessing of their daughter-in-law. Why can't our parents have that?" Third Brother Lin continued asking.
"Fine. We don't have the ability like your sister, okay? We don't have the capability. We admit that. But you and your wife have it. Why don't you take them parents to the city? They had said they want to go with you. You won't let them!" Second Sister-in-law Lin coldly snorted.
Third Brother Lin solemnly glanced at her. Then he examined the others. Although they didn't speak, they all looked at him with condemnation.
He clearly had the ability to make money and didn't even take his parents over to enjoy a comfortable life. Instead they stayed in the village. Now that such a thing happened, who was to blame?
Third Brother Lin didn't give a word of explanation. His heart was completely disappointed with these brothers and sisters-in-law.
Back to Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai. They returned to Zhoujia Village.
Zhou Qing Bai coaxed, "Don't be angry."
"I'm not angry. That family meant nothing to me. What's there to be angry about it." Lin Qing He replied.
She never expected that there was such a shameless person in this world. His sons were present and he want to be cared by his married daughter?
Treating his son like they were dead? He can treat the first branch and second branch like they didn't exist. However her brother was filial to him. What did her brother's filial piety count as?
He wanted to go to the capital to live with her. Well, he didn't have such a good life.
It was almost time. So they went over to Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-law's side for lunch.
"Eldest Sister-in-law, you are really good at pickling duck eggs," Lin Qing He merrily remarked.
"I used a basket of eggs and exchanged for it with an old lady in at my maternal home. If you want to learn, I can teach you." Eldest Sister-in-law merrily offered.
This year she had raised a lot of ducks. These pickled duck eggs were selling really well.
"I also have a recipe for marinated salted eggs. The oil yield is very high. Let's exchange." Lin Qing He replied.
Eldest Sister-in-law smiled and then spoke: "Just now, Second's wife came here."
"Is there something the matter?" Hearing her specially mention it, Lin Qing He asked.
"She came and sat for a while. After dragging it for a long time, I grasped the point. They want to build a house next year and is short a little. She wants San Ni to send some back. I estimate Second Brother came over in the morning due to her pushing. However, he just didn't mention it." Eldest Sister-in-law explained.
"Tell Xia Xia to send money back. San Ni and Ai Guo have no money. Both of them have to save money to buy a shop. They are short of money, so how can the money be sent back." Lin Qing He responded.
"Want to buy a shop?" Eldest Sister-in-law uttered in surprise.
"Yes, the couple didn't plan to go back to the village when they went to the capital. If they had the opportunity, they would transfer their household registration. This cost money. Xiao Mei and Da Lin's household registrations were transferred and it cost two thousand yuan. And that's thanks the son of a friend of mine who works inside. If not, it costs from three or four thousand." Lin Qing He told.
"That expensive?" Eldest Sister-in-law was shocked. Changing household registration was enough to build a big house in the village.
"Yes ah. So the two of them really don't have any spare money right now. Eldest Sister-in-law, please explain to Second Brother when you have time." Lin Qing He nodded.
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"If the household registration gets transferred to the capital, then it is necessary to buy a shop there. And a house too." Said Eldest Sister-in-law.
If the household registration is transferred, then they become that side's people. The land in the village must be transferred. Unless it was inherited from the ancestors, their land must be returned to the village.
There was no turning back. They must make a living there.
"One step at a time. The shops and houses over there are very expensive. Xiao Mei and Da Lin bought one of them. It taken all their saving and still wasn't enough. It was successfully bought after my side lent some." Lin Qing He told.
"Life outside is really not easy. These consumptions are too high." Eldest Brother remarked.
Lin Qing He smiled and said, "There are plenty of opportunities outside. Aren't Third Brother and Third Sister-in-law doing well now? Qing Bai and I went over and looked at the house. The house is the same as here. Very imposing."
Third Brother and Third Sister-in-law had bought a home in the city. At that time, they had lived in apartment block. They couldn't always live in Su Da Lin and Zhou Xiao Mei's place. It was better to buy a place.
They didn't purchase a very big one. The family was squeezed together. While back in the village, a brick house had been built. A brand new one. It was very spacious.
At this point, Lin Qing He felt that they weren't as decisive as Third Brother Lin.
In Third Brother Lin's hometown, it was still the same house. Although it wasn't too shabby, it was still very small. He didn't mind. He bought a large yard in the county city. The family lived in a spacious house.
But these were nothing. It all depended on personal choice.
Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai chatted for a while with Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-law beofre they went home. Zhou Dong came over to arrange an appointment. Tonight, they had to go to their home for dinner. Lin Qing He agreed.
"Our house is old." Zhou Qing Bai commented. It was built in the sixties. Now it was twenty years old.
Lin Qing He nodded. When she first transmigrated over, the house hadn't been built for more than a few years. It was still very new when compared to other houses. Two bedrooms, one living room, one kitchen, and a bath house. Quite spacious.
Zhou Qing Bai glanced at his wife with a smile. Perplexed, Lin Qing He looked at him, "Why are you smiling?"
"Why were you willing to accept me back then?" Zhou Qing Bai said with a mirth in his eyes.
He knew that in her eyes, he must have been a particularly blockhead person at the time. He still remembered when he came back, she kept the distance clear despite not being cold to him. After much effort, he finally returned to the room and hugged his wife to sleep.
Lin Qing He grinned.
Why did she accept him back then? Wasn't it because of being enchanted by the beauty?
He was originally handsome. As well as tall and realistic. Although he was so obedient, he didn't speak much. It happened that she liked this kind of man who doesn't say much, but can carry the responsibilities of the family.
Moreover, she had the final say in the family affairs. He will not intervene and give second opinion. After getting along, she felt at ease.
So she let him go back to the room. Then they live like this for the rest of their life.
It was really funny when thinking about it now. Lin Qing He had a mirth on her face.
"Go inside and rest?" Zhou Qing Bai came over and hugged her waist.
"Rest for a while." Lin Qing He nodded. A nap was necessary.
The couple did nothing. Tomorrow will be the day of Mother Lin's funeral. They weren't in the mood for you have me in your heart and me in yours.
After a nap, they headed over to Zhou Dong and Cai Ba Mei's for dinner. Mrs. Cai was there.
So there was a lot to talk about. After the meal, Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai didn't rush to leave. They kept chatting with Zhou Dong. They went home when it was almost time.
"From now on, Zhou Dong will be successful" Zhou Qing Bai said when they got home.
"Yes." Lin Qing He thought so too.
Zhou Dong was smart and realistic. He grew up through hardship but now he worked very hard. He knew what he was doing.
For example, this year, Cai Ba Mei's third brother wanted to partner with him, but Zhou Dong did not agree.
He suggested to Cai Ba Mei's third brother go to start up alone. If he need help, he will help him. Even if it was money, he can lend some to him.
However, they won't join up the chicken farm.
Even Mrs. Cai can't say anything. No parents doesn't wish for their children to be united, but there was very few that can really work it out.
Because they had started a family. Who didn't have to think of their own family? There will difference in thoughts.
Therefore, for the sake of each other's feelings, it was best not to cooperate. Lin Qing He gave Zhou Dong this advice in the past. Obviously, Zhou Dong had listened to it.
At present, except for Third Brother and Third Sister-in-law, the other people in the village can't catch up with Zhou Dong. He had hired his brother-in-law, which was Zhou Xi's husband to go over and help in his chicken farm. The two siblings had a good life now. Truly worthy of the words coming out on top.
Zhou Qing Bai went to boil the water. He brought it over to wash his face and hands with his wife. Then they washed their feet and went to bed on the kang.
After all, it will be busy tomorrow.
This year's winter was truly cold. It was truly freezing. It snowed all night. There was a lot of snow accumulated the next morning.
Lin Qing He punctually went over with Zhou Qing Bai.
When they arrived, everyone else was present. Including Lin Qing He's two sisters and brothers-in-law.
Naturally, next was the funeral. The whole process was according to the rules. When the matter was over, Lin Qing He planned to go home.
Eldest Sister Lin stopped her: "Qing He, wait a minute."
Second Sister Lin followed her. Looking at their third sister, their gazes displayed complex.
In the early years, this third sister was doing well. It made them envious. Marrying Zhou Qing Bai meant a dream of being an official wife. Later Zhou Qing Bai returned home. After they knew of it, it would be impossible to say that they didn't gloat.
It was estimated that she would definitely make a fuss with her temperament. There won't be any peaceful days in the future.
Unexpectedly, she didn't quarrel with Zhou Qing Bai. Instead, she went back to her maternal home and broke off relations with her maternal family. Later it became better.
After so many years, their third sister was in her 30s, nearly reaching her 40s. Well look at her. She could be compare with a girl in her 20s.
It can be seen how well life had been.
"What's the matter." Lin Qing He wasn't familiar with them. Still, she didn't turn and leave. She stopped to listen to what they had to say.
"I heard from Father that he wants to go to the capital with you? Why didn't you agree? You are so rich now. Taking care of Father..."
"Qing Bai, let's go." Before Eldest Sister Lin finished speaking, Lin Qing He interrupted her and said to Zhou Qing Bai.
Zhou Qing Bai went to hold the bicycle and the couple left at once.
Eldest Sister Lin instantly became infuriated: "Look at her! Look at her! For so many years, she never treated us as anything!"
Second Sister Lin curled her lips: "Eldest sister, you are naive." The relationship was already severed and still wanted her to take the old man to the capital. What good dream you came up with?
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Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai paid no more heed to old Lin Family. This time, the money that should be paid wasn't shorted. As for the rest, Lin Qing He won't overcontribute.
As for those who want to be particular, let them.
When they returned to Zhoujia Village, Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai planned to go back to the county city. Which also meant they'll return to the capital city.
Because of such a delay, it will the New Year when they got back to the capital.
Eldest Sister-in-law prepared two bags of pickled eggs and wrapped it for them. For Zhou Qing Bai, it wasn't heavy, so Lin Qing He accepted them.
"Eldest Sister-in-law, you don't have to worry about Er Ni and Si Ni sisters. They are faring well. Come to think of it, Yang Yang hasn't come back this year?" Lin Qing He asked.
"Yang Yang is staying over there. He called back and said that he accepted a job and won't be back this year," Eldest Sister-in-law explained.
Lin Qing He didn't say anything. She and Zhou Qing Bai hurried to the county city.
They headed straight to Third Brother and Third Sister-in-law's side.
Seeing them coming over, they knew that the matter was finished.
"Fourth Aunt, I plan to come back to the county city to teach." Zhou Wu Ni brought tea to the table and sat down next her fourth aunt.
"The county city isn't bad. But have you never thought of teaching in the capital?" Lin Qing He asked. Toward this niece, she looked highly. Her personality was like her father and mother, very nimble.
"I don't have much confidence to go there. I will go there on vacation once the summer vacation come." Zhou Wu Ni smiled.
"Sure." Lin Qing He didn't push. It depended on personal choice. If she wanted to teach in the capital, she would help make arrangements. It wasn't a bad idea either to stay in the county city.
After all, her parents were here too.
"I want her to go to the capital. It would be nice if she finds a match in the capital." Third Sister-in-law jollily said.
"A match is base on regions. Her fancy is the most important and that he'll treat her well." Lin Qing He smiled.
Zhou Wu Ni spoke: "I like Fourth Aunt's concept. Really, my mother. She got infected by First Aunt and wants me to find someone in the capital."
She didn't have any such thoughts. She felt the county city was pretty good. It had everything. Why did she have to go to the capital? It was a bit excessive to go all the way there to find a match.
"Yang Yang just found a match in the provincial city." Zhou Wu Ni let out an astonishing news.
"Huh?" Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai hadn't wrapped their head around. While Third Sister-in-law was startled: "When did this happen? Why haven't I heard you mention it?"
"I've saw it twice. The two went to the library together. And one time, they were shopping outside together. I guessed they should be dating. He haven't come back this year, so I'm sure it must be." Zhou Wu Ni grinned.
"I heard Yang Yang say that he will come back to teach in the county city in the future." Third Sister-in-law said.
"Then bring the girl over to here. Our county isn't any worst. It's lively." Zhou Wu Ni shrugged.
"The girl got to be willing first." Third Sister-in-law responded.
"Yang Yang isn't bad. If she isn't willing, it can't be helped. I think Yang Yang seriously care for her. He hasn't come back for the New Year this year." Zhou Wu Ni uttered.
Lin Qing He smiled: "Eldest Sister-in-law don't you know, right?"
"Eldest Aunt doesn't know yet." Zhou Wu Ni nodded.
"I heard Xia Xia is dating his master's daughter?" Lin Qing He said.
Third Sister-in-law snorted, "Xia Xia's girl is so bad-tempered. Last time they came to this side, we gave her a stool to sit on and she didn't want to sit on it."
Zhou Qing Bai frowned. Lin Qing He turned to him: "I'll talk to Third Sister-in-law. You can go to the furniture factory."
Zhou Qing Bai rode his bicycle over to the furniture factory.
The guard went in and called Zhou Xia. Soon he came out. Behind him, there was a young girl.
"Four Uncle!" Zhou Xia was overjoyed.
Zhou Qing Bai nodded when he saw his nephew. Then his eyes fell on the girl behind him.
"Fourth Uncle, this is Miao Miao, my girlfriend." Zhou Xia made the introduction. Then he introduced his fourth uncle to Ma Miao Miao.
However, Ma Miao Miao didn't greet him. She looked away.
There was embarrassment on Zhou Xia's face. Zhou Qing Bai didn't say anything, just shook his head in his heart.
"Go back first. I'll talk to my fourth uncle." Zhou Xia said.
Ma Miao Miao turned around and went back.
"Fourth Uncle, Miao Miao is like that. Don't mind her." Zhou Xia apologized.
Zhou Qing Bai didn't comment about this. He just said: "Work hard. Try to come out and do it alone as soon as possible."
"It's not so easy to come out alone." Zhou Xia sighed.
Opening a wooden workshop by himself needed a lot of money. He already had the ability to do it alone, but he didn't have the money. He also lacked money for his family to build a new house.
"Even though it's not easy, you still have to plan. You can't work here for the rest of your life." Zhou Qing Bai said.
"I know. Can only take it slowly." Zhou Xia nodded.
Zhou Qing Bai chatted with him for a while before he came back. Seeing him come back, Lin Qing He spoke: "Why did you come back so soon? I thought you guys would have a lot to talk about."
"He grew up. Don't need people to worry about him." Zhou Qing Bai shook his head.
"Saw his girlfriend?" Lin Qing He said.
"En." Zhou Qing Bai answered.
Lin Qing He understood. He was definitely not satisfied with what he saw. Lin Qing He didn't feel anything. It was Zhou Xia and that girl's business. It had nothing to do with others. So there was nothing to discuss.
If there were dissatisfaction, Zhou Xia wouldn't date her. And she wouldn't going out with Zhou Xia. The girl should be satisfied with Zhou Xia. After all, Zhou Xia had a very easy-going temperament like Second Brother. Girls looked for this in a match.
Lin Qing He felt that the girl was probably dissatisfied with old Zhou Family.
"She thought you were a poor relative and gave you attitude?" Lin Qing He asked.
"No." Zhou Qing Bai shook his head.
Lin Qing He knew that she must have. If she was present, she might go at her. Since she wasn't, then let it drop. There would be very few opportunities to meet in the future.
"Let's go to my third brother's place. We should prepare to go back." Lin Qing He said.
Zhou Qing Bai nodded. The couple came over to Third Brother Lin's side. Third Brother Lin had already brought back Third Sister-in-law Lin and the others.
"Sister, Brother-in-law, have dinner at here, stay overnight, and leave tomorrow. It's so late now," Third Sister-in-law Lin urged.
Lin Qing He nodded, "Then we will catch the ride tomorrow morning."
"Sister, just when you left, Father kept prattling on..."
"Why are bringing this up to Sister?" Third Brother Lin interrupted her.
"It's not like it can't be said. He chatted to the relatives like we had mistreated him a lot. We had sent back a lot money. Same for supplies. He still disdain it all day long. I'm putting this down. I won't agree to letting Father come and live here!" Third Sister-in-law Lin stated.
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