Zhou An’s words were like a wake-up call, constantly ringing in Political Commissar Zhou’s mind.

But is it really necessary to stockpile food and risk it going moldy just because of this possibility? He's not sure.

Zhou An didn't know what choice Political Commissar Zhou would make, but he had done what he could.

When he got home, he told Xu Zhixia about this.

Xu Zhixia breathed a sigh of relief. As long as she had a clear conscience, that was all that mattered.

As for what will happen in the future...she can only say that she tried her best.

She thought for a moment and then said, "Can we build a cellar in the new house?"

"Preferably deep down, under the kitchenette."

After the foundation was approved, they began to work on the blueprints for the new house.

Xu Zhixia remembered that the small kitchen was on the west side and was the most remote.

Zhou An thought for a moment and felt that this proposal had great potential for implementation.

He nodded and agreed.

Xu Zhixia didn't plan to tell her father and mother about the food hoarding at first, as she didn't want to make them worry too much.

But then I thought, there is no way they didn't know what was happening in their family.

So after dinner, she told her the news that Zhao Yue had told her.

Father Xu frowned and asked, "Is this news reliable?"

Although there is not much food now, it is not to the point of food shortage.

If you stockpile food carelessly, it may cause the food to become moldy.

Mother Xu was worried: "We are on an island, there shouldn't be any food shortages, right?"

Xu Zhixia smiled and soothed him, "Just treat it as a precaution. Let's stock up a little."

"I buy more old grains. They're cheaper and don't get moldy easily."

Although old grain is cheap, where can I buy it?

Xu's mother hesitated to speak and finally did not ask.

Her daughter Xia Xia is a girl with her own ideas, so she should know what is going on.

Xu Zhixia saw Xu's mother's doubts, but pretended not to see them.

There are some things that are not good for too many people to know.

She simply changed the subject and asked, "Mom, how are your classes going recently?"

When mentioning this, Xu's mother raised the corners of her mouth and revealed a faint smile.

"It's okay, those aunts are all easy to get along with."

Isn't it easy to get along with her? After all, her mother is now a real teacher.

People nowadays tend to have a more or less respectful attitude towards intellectuals.

Mother Xu paused and said, "It's Aunt Niu who lives to the west. She said last time that it was much more convenient for her to go to the state-owned restaurant to buy food because of me."

“Maybe this is the meaning of literacy…”

Looking at Xu's mother's sighing expression, Xu Zhixia smiled faintly and put her heart at ease.

If she continues like this, Xu's mother will definitely be able to integrate well into this island.

Time passed quickly, and it was time for Xu Zhixia and Zhao Yue to go to the black market together.

She specially borrowed a backpack from Aunt Ma. It was woven very tightly and nothing could be seen from the outside.

Wearing a backpack, she came to Zhao Yue's home.

Zhao Yue heard the noise and came out from the inner room. Seeing her, she showed a look of surprise.

"Xia Xia, why are you... like this?"

Xu Zhixia dressed up specially before going out and painted her fair skin black.

His long black hair was covered by a headscarf, and his straight back looked a little hunched.

If someone who is not familiar with her sees her, they probably won't recognize her.

Xu Zhixia smiled, regaining some of her bright side. "After all, you need to be careful when you go to a place like that."

Zhao Yue looked hesitant. She had always liked to look pretty, so she also liked to dress up.

But Xu Zhixia's words touched her.

She hesitated for a moment, gritted her teeth and said, "Xia Xia, then wait for me for a while."

Throwing down these words, she trotted back and came out again after dressing herself up.

He also smeared his face with black paint, making him look more than ten years older.

The two smiled at each other and walked outside together, where they happened to meet Zhao's mother.

"Comrade Xu...?"

Mother Zhao spoke in disbelief. If she hadn't seen her daughter next to her, she would have almost failed to recognize her.

Xu Zhixia smiled sweetly and greeted, "Auntie."

Mother Zhao smiled back subconsciously before realizing her daughter was like this today.

I couldn't help but feel a surge of joy in my heart. This damn girl has finally changed.

She knew that Zhao Yue had gone to the black market and had told her many times before, asking Zhao Yue to dress more modestly.

But Zhao Yue was never happy about it, but this time was rare.

She knew without thinking that this must be related to Xu Zhixia.

Her favorability towards Xu Zhixia increased rapidly, and the smile on her face became more sincere.

"Comrade Xu, please come to my house for dinner tonight."

Xu Zhixia looked embarrassed: "Aunt, my home is on an island. If we are late, we will miss the boat back home."

Mother Zhao suddenly realized and a look of regret appeared on her face.

She continued: "It's okay, I'll wait until I have time."

"The braised pork made by Auntie is delicious. Come and try it when the time comes."

Xu Zhixia agreed with a smile and left with Zhao Yue.

Zhao Yue grumbled dissatisfiedly: "I feel like my mother likes you more."

Xu Zhixia paused, and before she could speak, Zhao Yue continued indifferently, "Forget it, my mother also likes nice things."

"I just let her do that."

Xu Zhixia didn't know whether to laugh or cry, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart.

She knew very well that Zhao Yue was doing this because she was afraid of embarrassing her.

The two chatted and laughed, and soon came to a remote alley.

Zhao Yue walked in front, came to a dilapidated thatched house and knocked on the door.

"Is Gangzi here? I'm here to give him something."

Hearing this, footsteps were heard in the house.

The next second, the door was opened a little, and an old lady who looked to be in her sixties with gray hair looked over warily.

Seeing Zhao Yue, he breathed a sigh of relief visibly and said stiffly: "Come in."

Zhao Yue walked in carelessly, and Xu Zhixia followed closely behind.

When I walked into the house, I found that there was something else going on inside.

There is actually a corridor behind this thatched house.

Walking through the corridor, there is a spacious courtyard.

Many people covered their faces and sat on the ground.

Seeing Zhao Yue and Xu Zhixia coming over, they all looked over.

Zhao Yue took Xu Zhixia to a middle-aged man with ease. A bright smile appeared on the corner of her mouth as she greeted him, "Second Uncle."

"This is my friend. She wants to buy some too."

Xu Zhixia looked at the "Second Uncle" whom Zhao Yue called, and at a glance, he could tell that the other party was also from the army.

Xu Zhixia was most familiar with that aura on his body.

She half-closed her eyes, and her scrutinizing gaze fell on her second uncle, and she retracted her gaze after a moment.

Little did she know that her second uncle was also looking at her at this time.

"Comrade, what do you sell here?"

Xu Zhixia half squatted down and asked in a soft voice.