When Lin Xiaocui returned, a tail followed her.

Making clothes requires measuring. Lin Xiaocui had learned how from Lu Wanqing, but she said she didn't know how and asked Luo Chunlei to go and find Lu Wanqing to measure.

When Lu Wanqing saw that Xiao Cui had brought back the order, she happily brought her a bowl of brown sugar water.

The little girl had already started her period, yet we still ran around doing all sorts of things for her. It was really hard work!

Lin Xiaocui picked up the bowl with a slightly shy expression, glanced at the obedient boy standing there measuring with a ruler, and then turned her head away to drink the brown sugar water in one gulp.

Strangely enough, she used to have cramps for the first two days of her period, but after drinking brown sugar water given to her by her sister-in-law a few times, she never had cramps again, and her body felt refreshed and energetic, which did not affect her running and jumping at all.

"What style do you want?" Lu Wanqing asked Luo Chunlei.

"My second brother's kind of T-shirt is fine; it looks good and doesn't hinder his work."

After taking the measurements, Luo Chunlei had no excuse to linger any longer and went back. He had to go to work in the afternoon and didn't know who he would be assigned to.

Lin Xiaocui earned 6 mao (0.6 yuan) running errands at noon. She delivered a few pieces of clothing to Luo Hao for 4 mao, but Lu Wanqing insisted on giving her 4 mao. She also took Luo Chunlei's order and gave him 2 mao.

She gathered the money in her hand and found that she already had 4.2 yuan, which was something she never dared to dream of before.

She couldn't keep her money at home, because it would either be confiscated by her mother or stolen by Lin Gou Dan. So she sewed a secret pocket into her pants to keep her private stash of money.

The tuition fee for one semester of high school is 8.5 yuan, and she is still short of almost half of that.

As for her mother's suggestion to pay living expenses, she wouldn't be that stupid. It would cost 3 yuan a month, 5 cents for a steamed bun and 10 cents for a meat bun. Wouldn't it be better for her to buy her own buns every day with that money?

She runs errands at noon, which prevents her from going to work in the afternoon. She can earn 8 workdays, which is much better than Lin Gou Dan.

Lin Gou Dan's leg could have been removed from the cast in a month, but to avoid the double robbery, he endured the heat and didn't take it off. His leg even started to stink, filling the room with a foul stench, but he was completely unaware of it.

Wang Xiuqin couldn't do anything about it. Let him be lazy if he wants; Lin Xiaocui is earning plenty of work points anyway.

But in the family, only the men could eat white rice, while Lin Xiaocui could only eat vegetable pancakes.

......

That day, the weather was exceptionally hot. The sun baked the earth, and there wasn't a breath of wind. It felt like you were melting.

Lu Wanqing then let Zhao Xiaolan and Xueqiu rest in the shade under the big locust tree.

The Shengli Production Brigade did not have electricity, so they could not use fans and had to rely on cool well water to prevent heatstroke and cool down.

When Lin Ye went to work, she took out ice cream from the refrigerator in the villa, put it in a bowl, and served it to Zhao Xiaolan.

The sweet ice cream melted in her mouth, making her eyes crinkle with joy.

She wished Lin Ye could also eat such refreshing ice cream!

If you were to take a box of popsicles to sell at this time, they would definitely sell out quickly. Unfortunately, free trade was not allowed in this era.

Because of the hot weather, Zhao Xiaolan didn't even take a nap at noon.

By evening, the wind finally picked up, and the heatwave dissipated considerably.

Since everyone's appetite was not very good, Lu Wanqing cooked mung bean porridge and also made a cucumber salad, which was refreshing and relieved the body's heat.

After dinner, as night fell, Zhao Xiaolan was also sleepy and went to bed early.

After cleaning up the table and stove, Lu Wanqing was covered in sweat and wanted to take a shower as soon as possible.

To everyone's surprise, a few flashlight beams shone in the yard, and Lin Chunhua came over with her husband, Wang Tiegang.

Wang Tiegang was also carrying a large cloth bag, bulging with moisture, which must have contained a lot of dried porcini mushrooms.

"Come in quickly." Lu Wanqing took Lin Chunhua's hand and pulled her into the house.

She spoke in a low voice, afraid that the neighbors would hear her.

If Wang Xiuqin knew, she would definitely have reported it.

Wang Tiegang placed the cloth bag on the table, smiling and revealing a set of not-so-white teeth. "I picked a few more pounds of mushrooms this time, and I'll have to trouble Aye to help me sell them."

Last time, I sold porcini mushrooms for 21.6 yuan. After delivering them to them, I was stunned. This stuff can really make money, and it's very valuable.

Previously, he had only picked some for a few lunch breaks, without putting in much effort.

Knowing he could make money, he became even more motivated. Every day at noon, he would brave the heat to collect for two hours, and he would also go out to collect in the evening when he finished work early.

There are plenty of porcini mushrooms on the mountain because no one picks them. With a little effort, you can easily pick two or three pounds a day.

Lin Ye packed his things away without even glancing at him, and said in a deep voice, "Alright, I'll make a trip to the county town when I have time."

I don't know if my brother-in-law has really changed for the better. Let's observe and see!

Lu Wanqing brought over an earthenware pot, poured a bowl of mung bean soup, and handed it to Wang Tiegang first.

Wang Tiegang took the mung bean soup and gave it to Lin Chunhua, saying, "Wife, you drink it first."

Lin Chunhua took the bowl, smiling happily, and nudged her husband with her elbow, looking a little embarrassed.

Lu Wanqing smiled with relief. Being able to accept each other's past foolishness and work together for a common goal—that's probably what it means to be a couple who support each other through thick and thin!

Lin Ye noticed that his brother-in-law's expression had softened considerably. He knew how to care for his wife, which made him a good comrade.

After delivering the items, Lin Chunhua was about to leave.

It was too hot during the day, so I didn't go out. It's cooler at night, and fewer people will see me, which will save me from being asked questions.

Before leaving, Lu Wanqing repeatedly reminded Lin Chunhua, "Sister, you two must keep this a secret."

Once everyone found out, they all went to collect and sell the produce for money, which was fine, but they were afraid of being reported for speculation and profiteering.

"Don't worry, I was very careful when I posted this, and I didn't let anyone else see it."

After Lin Chunhua finished speaking, she and Wang Tiegang walked together. After walking a short distance, the two held hands.

Lin Ye happened to witness that scene.

At this moment, Lu Wanqing took off her braids, then raised them high and coiled them into a ball on top of her head, revealing her fair and slender neck.

Because of her sister's visit and the commotion, she was covered in sweat again, and the hair at her temples was wet, sticking to her porcelain-white skin, adding a touch of sexiness.

Lin Ye's Adam's apple bobbed, and he blew out the kerosene lamp.

Before Lu Wanqing could even ask a question, he had already pulled her into a tight embrace and sealed her lips with his thin lips.

"I haven't showered yet?" Lu Wanqing whimpered. Besides, there were other people in the room, so she couldn't relax at all.

Lin Ye released her lips, pressed his forehead against hers, his breathing heavy, his eyes filled with desire, and caressed her lips with his rough fingers...

Then, he picked up a towel, grabbed her hand, and started running outside.

Lu Wanqing, like a startled fawn, asked, "Where are you taking me?"

Lin Ye tightened his grip on her hand: "Let's go bathe in the river."

She then said in a soft, sweet voice, "But I can't swim!"

The man smiled and said, "It's okay, you can just hang on to me..."