Speaking of clothes, Meng Shuyun couldn't help but think of Shenzhen, the special economic zone of later generations, which developed rapidly, with skyscrapers rising up every year.

"Alright, alright, it's getting late, let's get cooking."

Meng Shuyun waved her hand, ending the topic.

Su Xiuju changed out of her dress and went to fetch water to bathe the two little ones.

In the kitchen, Meng Kangshun helped tend the fire, muttering about the orders he was trying to get today.

“I visited three towns. Two families saw the hair accessories I brought and each ordered 200 pairs. The other family didn’t want any. Tomorrow I’ll go to some more distant towns. I’m sure I can still get some orders.”

Meng Shuyun ladled food onto the plate and said with a smile, "You've worked hard. This hair flower business may not earn much, but every little bit helps. You must be exhausted today, so eat more tonight."

He added, "Come with me to the cigarette factory tomorrow. Bring some gifts and thank Director Zhang properly. Without him, your certificate wouldn't have been issued so smoothly. He ordered 15 dresses from me, so we can send them over together."

While the Meng family was enjoying a lively and harmonious dinner, the atmosphere at the Su family next door was strange.

With a beaming smile, Su Xiangbei placed a piece of chicken in Su Xiangnan's bowl and said with a forced smile:

"Xiang Nan, I did a lot of wrong things today, please don't take it to heart. I was just anxious and said some nonsense. Just pretend I was farting and have some meat to calm down."

"Xiang Nan, we're all family, no need for formalities. Brothers shouldn't hold grudges overnight. Let's eat."

Su Dahai quickly stepped in as a peacemaker, adding a piece of food to Su Xiangnan's bowl.

Su Xiangnan remained calm, staring at the meat in the bowl without touching it.

The two of them had their own little schemes written all over their faces.

Do you think he's an idiot?

Seeing that he wasn't using his chopsticks, Su Xiangbei instead picked up a piece of chicken and gave it to Gu Xue.

"Sister-in-law, eat up! This was specially made for you and Xiang Nan. You must have been scared today! Have a chicken leg to calm your nerves. Aren't you hungry? Eat up!"

Neither of them touched their chopsticks, and the atmosphere at the table became extremely awkward and strange.

Su Dahai kicked Su Xiangbei from below, signaling him to say something nice to appease Su Xiangnan.

How could Su Xiangnan not see through it? Did he really think that giving him some good food would fool him?

"Xiang Nan, I apologize to you, I'll drink this cup!" Su Xiangbei tilted his head back and downed the wine.

Under the eager gazes of the two, Su Xiangnan remained silent for a long time, then smiled before reluctantly picking up his chopsticks.

After a few rounds of drinks, Su Xiangnan took Gu Xue back to their room to rest.

Su Dahai and Su Xiangbei were mostly sober now. The father and son exchanged a glance and sneaked into Su Xiangnan's room.

Seeing the two sleeping soundly, Su Dahai called out in a mocking tone, "Xiang Nan... Xiang Nan, wake up..."

Seeing no response, the father and son immediately divided the work: one searched Su Xiangnan's pockets, while the other searched every corner of the room where things could be hidden.

A short while later, Su Dahai pulled a savings book out from under Su Xiangnan's pillow.

He excitedly patted Su Xiangbei on the shoulder, startling Su Xiangbei so much that he trembled and turned pale.

The two men stared intently at the passbook like hungry wolves, eagerly flipping it open, only to find it completely empty.

Besides the monthly bank statement, only two yuan was left.

"How could we not have money!"

Su Xiangbei stared wide-eyed, his face filled with disbelief.

"This bankbook, could it be that it was deliberately left here for us to see?!"

The two reluctantly put the passbook back, left the room, and plopped down on the bench.

The moment the door closed, Su Xiangnan, who had been fast asleep in bed, slowly opened his eyes.

In the darkness, his gaze, like a cold, sharp blade, was fixed on the doorway, filled with mockery.

Su Dahai took out a cigarette, lit it, and his expression became serious.

Su Xiangbei also lit one and put it in his mouth.

"There's no way he wouldn't have money; that kid must have deliberately taken it out and hidden it somewhere!"

Su Xiangbei gritted his teeth and said firmly.

"How do you know he must have hidden it on purpose?" Su Dahai asked, frowning.

"If he didn't have money, why would he take Gu Xue out to buy delicious food and drinks every day! All of these things cost money!" Su Xiangbei became more and more angry as he spoke.

The father and son got together again and whispered among themselves, coming up with what they thought was a better solution.

Early the next morning, Meng Shuyun specially chased an old hen to stroll outside the yard, while she spent her time cuddling with her sweet and cuddly grandson before going out.

Go to the tobacco factory director's office.

Zhang Zhenhui was quite surprised to see Meng Shuyun: "The dress was made in just a few days?"

Meng Kangshun pushed in a rack full of clothes, on which 15 dresses were neatly arranged. Each dress was unique in style, fashionable and in line with the aesthetics of girls today.

There was even a matching headdress, which was a complete surprise.

Although Zhang Zhenhui didn't understand these intricacies, he was extremely satisfied with what he saw.

His daughter looked absolutely stunning in the outfit.

Back then, asking Meng Shuyun to make a dress was just a spur-of-the-moment decision, but he never expected to have such a great result, which really surprised and delighted him.

"Sister Meng, you really have some skills!" Zhang Zhenhui gave her a thumbs up and praised her sincerely.

Meng Shuyun smiled slightly, but still felt a little awkward hearing the title "elder sister".

Meng Kangshun carried the gifts and placed them respectfully on the desk.

Meng Shuyun said, "It's nothing valuable. Da Shun was able to get registered smoothly thanks to you. Now he has officially changed his name to Meng Kangshun."

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