Jiang Qiao's family hadn't lit the stove yet, so Jiang Qiao asked Song Lianfeng to go over first. She went home, tidied up, lit the stove, and then brought over some snacks.

Li Meilan quickly got up and said, "Oh dear, you're here, why did you bring anything?"

Jiang Qiao smiled and said, "Auntie, this isn't like you at all. You seem to really like these snacks, so I thought you would like them and brought some over for us to eat together."

Li Meilan sighed, somewhat embarrassed, and said, "That's all in the past. Now, I've learned to manage my finances. I have three sons who all need to get married. As someone who doesn't do any work, I have to save money."

Actually, this tastes pretty good. I think it's more worthwhile to eat it than to wear it. Having good health is worse than anything else.

"Taking medicine and seeing a doctor also costs money, so I might as well just take it directly. My stomach will be satisfied, and my body will be healthier too."

Jiang Qiao never realized before that Li Meilan was the one who truly understood life.

He gave Li Meilan a thumbs up and said, "Auntie, I'm convinced. What you said is so true. Life is not easy, and we can't mistreat ourselves. Here, this is my treat. I've benefited from what you said. Auntie, don't be shy."

"Before, you always saved the good food for the kids. Today, let's treat ourselves. We've been busy all year, so let's reward ourselves."

Jiang Qiao's words struck a chord with Song Lianfeng. With a sigh, she picked up a persimmon cake and put it in her mouth. "Well said! I'll be a child again today. Let's all eat. Meilan, don't be shy. We're benefiting from Qiao'er's treat."

To be honest, who would dare buy this kind of thing normally? Even if they did, it would be for the kids; it wouldn't actually end up in our mouths.

Li Meilan nodded with a smile, "That's right. I've really suffered these past few years. I used to be able to eat a little more, but these past three years have been really tough. I've gradually changed my habit of eating well. Today, I'm getting a treat from Qiao'er, so I'll indulge myself."

In fact, Jiang Qiao never expected that one day she could sit down with Li Meilan so calmly, chat, and have a meal together. She had never even thought about it before.

Although Li Meilan is a glutton and a go-getter, she agrees with some of her views. Of course, what's best to eat is what matters most. To be honest, this woman is very open-minded. She didn't know Li Meilan well enough before.

Back home, Jiang Qiao tidied up, made herself something to eat, and then went out.

She needed to mail the letter and the items quickly. Just as she left the post office, she heard someone calling her name.

"Jiang Qiao—"

Turning around, I saw Miao Xin standing next to a woman with decent looks.

"Brother Miao, what are you doing here?"

Miao Xin glanced at the girl beside him somewhat embarrassedly. "I brought my wife out for a walk. What are you doing here? I haven't seen you in so long."

Jiang Qiao smiled and said, "What can I do? Just busy myself with whatever I can. Hello, sister-in-law, I'm Jiang Qiao. I'm friends with Brother Miao and the others."

While talking to Miao Xin, Jiang Qiao glanced at the woman. Seeing the woman's searching and displeasure, Jiang Qiao quickly greeted her and explained her relationship with Miao Xin.

"Hello, hello, Jiang Qiao, right? I've never heard Miao Xin mention you before. This is the first time I've seen such a pretty young girl like you. You're really beautiful."

Jiang Qiao was well aware of her own appearance. She truly had the beauty to back it up; her current appearance was completely different from before, and she was confident in that.

However, Jiang Qiao remained modest when the other woman said it, and also praised her, saying that her relationship with Miao Xin was incomparable to that of Fu Lin and the others. She didn't want to cause herself unnecessary trouble because of inexplicable jealousy.

"Jiang Qiao, is there any news from Haozi? Why didn't he come back for the New Year? We haven't received any letters from him either. What has he been busy with lately?"

Jiang Qiao shook her head with a bitter face. "Brother Miao, I don't know either. Brother Ning Hao hasn't written to me either. I don't even know where he is right now. Maybe it's inconvenient for him. I guess he'll definitely write to us when he has time."

"How are Fu Lin and the others? I haven't seen them in a long time. Everyone's been so busy, it's really been a while since we've all gotten together. When you have time, you should visit them, and we can all get together. Sister-in-law, you should come too. Anyway, I'll be going now."

Jiang Qiao didn't want to talk to Miao Xin and the other person any longer. She hadn't gone far when Miao Xin called her back. Looking at Miao Xin running over, Jiang Qiao didn't know what he wanted.

Miao Xin asked Jiang Qiao in a low voice, "Can you get your hands on some fine grains?"

Jiang Qiao shrugged, then gave a wry smile. "Brother Miao, you think too highly of me. Forget about fine grains, I even want coarse grains. But where can I buy them? What's wrong? Did something happen at home? Otherwise, I'll give you my little bit of rations this month."

Miao Xin shook his head. "What good are your skills? My mother-in-law isn't in good health. My family wanted to get her some fine grains to nourish her stomach. Never mind, you can't do anything here. I'll look for someone else. I'm leaving now."

Jiang Qiao watched Miao Xin and the other person leave, but her mind was racing, wondering what Miao Xin meant by asking that question.

To be honest, the two weren't close at all. Was this person deliberately testing her, or was it at the woman's behest?

She was originally going home, but because of Miao Xin's matter, she turned around and went to find Fu Lin.

Fu Lin, who was still at work, was quite puzzled when he heard that someone was looking for him. Who could be looking for him?

He was a little stunned when he saw Jiang Qiao. "Jiang Qiao? What brings you here? Is something wrong?"

Jiang Qiao stopped beating around the bush with Fu Lin and went straight to Miao Xin's matter. After listening, Fu Lin pondered for a while and said, "Don't pay attention to him. I haven't contacted him for a long time either. I heard from Ou Ziyang that Miao Xin hasn't had much contact with them since he got married. As for what this woman's background is, we don't know either."

It's best to be wary of people like that. It's already quite inappropriate for him to ask you about this directly.

I'll look into it later. Just go about your business and don't worry. I haven't told anyone about our affair except Ning Hao, and Ning Hao won't tell Miao Xin either.

Jiang Qiao nodded. "Brother Fu, find out what this woman's background is and what her family is like. I still think there's something fishy about this matter that made Miao Xin speak up so rashly. Remember, find out quickly. I'll wait for your reply."

By the way, how's it going here?

Speaking of his job, Fu Lin smiled and said, "It's great. The work in logistics is easy and you're valued. In the future, if you need anything, just come and find me."

Fu Lin had to go to work, and Jiang Qiao didn't waste any time. After saying her piece, she left immediately. This was something Fu Lin admired most. This girl was decisive and efficient in everything she did, which was why he liked dealing with her. She was bold, meticulous, and loyal when it mattered, unlike other women who were indecisive. This was the kind of person who could be a long-term friend.