Su Qiao once again gained a profound understanding of the "female lead's" character.

They became even more wary.

Zhao Dahe and his wife were originally there to deliver something to Su Qiao.

The brigade leader then suggested that Su Qiao return to Qingshui Brigade with them.

Throughout the journey, Zhao Dahe and his wife took good care of Su Qiao's feelings and occasionally shared their wisdom on how to get along with others.

Zhao Dahe also gave Su Qiao a letter.

The letter was written by Su Ming; he was very worried about his younger sister.

After all, Su Qiao was also pampered from a young age.

Now that she's going to the countryside, the Su family is very worried about her future life, so they came up with this solution.

They can build a small courtyard there and then say it's a relative's house where she's staying.

She can live more comfortably then.

The reason I didn't tell her in advance was because I was afraid she wouldn't accept it and would throw a tantrum.

Back then, she could have been assigned to a better place in the countryside, but she was obsessed and insisted on going to the same place as Dong Yiyi.

Therefore, the Su family had many complaints about Dong Yiyi.

That's how this tactic of acting first and informing later came about.

Su Qiao was extremely grateful to Su Ming for keeping it a secret. She was just worrying about how to stay away from the male and female leads, and this was like a pillow delivered to her just as she was about to fall asleep.

Instantly unlocking a new way to experience rural life.

She felt much more relieved.

She's too lazy to act, and she'd rather stay as far away from the drama queen as possible.

Soon, the oxcart arrived at the intersection of Qingshui Brigade.

There was a large banyan tree at the entrance of the brigade, and several middle-aged women were sitting under the tree chatting.

"I heard that the brigade leader went to pick up the educated youth again today?"

"Yes, they went early this morning, why haven't they come back yet? I wonder what kind of educated youth came this time."

"Anyway, they all look so frail and weak, I just hope I'm not assigned to our group."

"Anyway, as long as he's good-looking, that's all that matters. Maybe he can even solve your eldest child's problem."

Lu's mother waved her hand dismissively, "Nonsense, these educated youths are no match for my son..."

As the oxcart drew closer, the old women craned their necks.

Upon spotting a pretty figure on the bus, the women suddenly changed direction in unison.

Su Qiao followed their gaze.

White shirt, green military pants, and an upright posture.

At first glance, that person was as striking as a pine tree.

Its appearance from afar immediately attracted the attention of the older women.

Su Qiao was happy to be free, and had originally been thinking about whether to cover up the things on the oxcart.

It seems I was overthinking it.

It's great to have someone like that drawing the fire.

Su Qiao regretted not being able to see the person's face clearly.

After all, these people who seem out of place in the village are usually named in the book.

It would be good to see it sooner.

Unaware of the danger, Zhao Dahe and his wife drove straight to their destination without stopping the oxcart.

They've been coming to the Qingshui Brigade a lot lately, and they're quite familiar with the place.

A few minutes later, the oxcart stopped in front of the courtyard, which was a dozen meters away from the educated youth settlement.

The courtyard was completely enclosed by a high earthen wall, and many sharp stones were placed on top of it.

Pushing open the door, there are three rooms inside.

One bedroom, one main room, and one kitchen.

There was a shed outside the kitchen, and several bundles of firewood were already placed inside.

The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pans, and utensils.

There was even a large water vat.

Su Qiao was extremely satisfied; she had her own small courtyard, which meant fewer disputes.

She turned to the two of them and thanked them, saying, "Thank you so much. If I had to do it myself, I definitely wouldn't have been able to prepare everything so thoroughly."

Zhao Dahe originally thought Su Qiao would refuse, after all, Su Ming had given him several warnings.

He even came up with a whole host of excuses, but they turned out to be completely useless.

"I'm glad you like it."

"It's really too much trouble for you, brother and sister-in-law."

"Don't mention it. Your brother and I are sworn brothers. His sister is my sister!" After saying that, she went to move her things without worry.

These were all sent by Su Ming; they are some of the things Su Qiao uses daily.

They have everything: quilts, clothes, and more.

Su Qiao naturally couldn't just sit idly by, so she joined in the moving.

Before the items were even moved, a surprised exclamation rang out.

"Wow! Is this also where the educated youth lived?" Dong Yiyi stood at the door in surprise. She didn't expect the environment of the educated youth settlement to be so good.

Su Qiao had just put down what she was holding when she saw Dong Yiyi standing in the yard, looking around.

Upon seeing her, Dong Yiyi's eyes lit up, and she immediately ran over.

"Qiaoqiao, is this the yard you reserved for us? It's so wonderful!" she said, reaching out to link arms with Su Qiao, acting like close sisters.

They completely forgot about the tense standoff between the two people in the car.

Su Qiao abruptly pulled her hand away, pointing her delicate finger to the next room.

“Dong Zhiqing, that’s the educated youth settlement over there. This is a room my relative lent me to live in.”

Su Qiao specifically emphasized "one person".

Dong Yiyi almost couldn't maintain her smile.

"You're not lying to me, are you? You grew up in S City, where would you have relatives from..."

Just then, Mr. and Mrs. Zhao came out and saw a pretty little girl standing in the yard, smiling.

I initially thought they were just coming to say hello, so I asked with a smile, "And this is?"

"This is Dong Yiyi, a former educated youth."

Upon hearing this, the couple's smiles vanished simultaneously.

"Hello, I'm Qiaoqiao's good friend. Could you let me stay here too, so we can look after each other?"

"No way!" Zhao Dahe said directly.

This person was specifically instructed by an old comrade-in-arms that it was absolutely unacceptable for the two of them to live together.

Dong Yiyi didn't understand what was wrong. She blinked, and her eyes instantly filled with tears.

Su Qiao saw it clearly and couldn't help but applaud. It's a pity she's not an actress; she can control her tears so well.

Despite being stared at like that, Su Qiao remained completely unmoved.

"Qiaoqiao..."

"It's better if Dong Zhiqing calls me Su Zhiqing."

Dong Yiyi didn't understand why this trick wasn't working anymore. In the past, whenever she felt wronged, Su Qiao would always make up for it with a lot of things.

“Dong Zhiqing, you can’t solve problems by crying. This house is ours, and I won’t allow someone as weak as you to live here,” Zhao Dahe added directly.

"you……"

"Dong Zhiqing! Dong Zhiqing!" The brigade leader's voice came from afar.

The brigade leader was a little annoyed. Was this new educated youth born in the Year of the Monkey? He disappeared as soon as the car was parked.

They were the most immature class he had ever seen.

Dong Zhiqing quickly responded, and as if he had thought of something, he stood at the entrance of the courtyard and greeted the brigade leader with a smile.

"Captain, I'm here!"

The brigade leader was sweating profusely from the sun. When he saw Dong Yiyi running into Su Zhiqing's yard, he was furious.

What are you doing standing in someone's house?

"Captain, could you help me move my luggage over? I'd like to stay here."

The brigade leader quickly rolled his eyes. This Dong Zhiqing really dared to think that way.

They stood still, waiting for the two educated youths inside to carry their luggage.

Dong Yiyi thought the brigade leader hadn't heard her, so she ran to the oxcart and repeated it.

I don't know what she said next.

The captain waved to Su Qiao.

When Su Qiao approached, the brigade leader had a kind expression on his face.

Dong Yiyi's mouth never stopped.

“Qiaoqiao and I are best friends, so living together means we can look out for each other. Besides, this way we can save resources and free up two spots for the women in the educated youth settlement. It’s not safe for Qiaoqiao to live alone in that courtyard.”

"You're talking nonsense!"

Zhao Dahe retorted, "How could I not know my own house? The walls are so high, I can just shout if anything happens. What's unsafe about it?"

They were also glad that they had received Su Qiao ahead of time.

Otherwise, at the same time as before, he would probably have handed the key to the brigade leader, and wouldn't Su Qiao really have to live with this Dong Zhiqing?

It seems Su Qiao will never have a peaceful day again.

Zhao Dahe would not allow such a scene to occur.

Su Ming rarely asks him for a favor, so he has to handle things perfectly!

The brigade leader pondered for a moment, then asked, "Su, what are you thinking?"