On the morning of the 22nd, everyone in the Chen family next door woke up. There was nothing they could do; their only daughter had to go to the countryside, and they didn't know when they would see each other again.

Several of her brothers were also preparing to take her to the train station. Since it was a morning train, the family had to get up early and start packing.

Aunt Chen was making pancakes, steamed buns, and boiled eggs for Chen Banxia. These were for her to eat on the road, as the train journey from Beijing to the southwest would take several days.

Chen Banxia's train is at nine in the morning. There is no traffic jam now, so it is completely sufficient to leave at around seven o'clock.

The luggage had been packed yesterday, but there were too many things for her to carry by herself, so only a small number of necessities such as clothes and shoes were brought into the car today, and most of them were planned to be mailed to her.

Looking at the luggage to be taken on the bus, Aunt Chen pointed to one of the packages and said, "Here are some malted milk powder, biscuits, and some White Rabbit cookies that Shushu gave you. When you get hungry in the countryside, just eat them. You don't have to work too hard. Your family will send you money and tickets. If you don't have enough food, you can trade it with the locals. Okay?"

Looking at his mother who looked reluctant, Chen Banxia nodded and agreed in order to reassure her.

"Mom, don't worry, I understand. I will take good care of myself, and you should be well at home too."

After hearing this, Aunt Chen couldn't help crying and started to cry while hugging Chen Banxia.

This is her daughter. She has been spoiled since she was a child and has never done much housework. Can she do farm work in the countryside?

And I don’t know how many years I will be gone, and I don’t know when we will see each other again.

When Aunt Chen started crying, tears welled up in the eyes of Chen Banxia and Uncle Chen in the room as well.

It was Uncle Chen who spoke up again. "After you go to the countryside, just focus on your work and build good relationships with others. But if there are unreasonable people, don't let them bully you. We have your back. If you have any problems, just write to us, okay?"

Chen Banxia nodded with tears in her eyes, "I understand, Dad and Mom, don't worry, I will write to you when I get there."

Aunt Chen also calmed down. Women are always more careful.

"I've brought you a suitcase this time. Remember to lock up any important items when you get there. There are a lot of different types of people among the educated youth here, so remember to be extra careful, okay?"

Her own daughter knew that when she was born, her brothers in the family were all grown up and gave in to her in everything.

My family conditions are good and the living environment is relatively simple. I can't feel at ease when my children go to the countryside and are no longer under my supervision.

"I understand, Mom." After hearing her mother's advice, Chen Banxia couldn't hold back her tears. For the first time, she regretted her choice.

She went to realize her own ambitions, but left her parents to worry about her, which is really unfilial.

Aunt Chen took out something and handed it to Chen Banxia, ​​"This is what your father and I gave you. It contains 200 yuan and some food coupons. We have exchanged the food coupons for national food coupons, so you can use them when you get there.

You can't use other tickets from Beijing City there, so they won't give you any. When you get there, if you need anything, you can directly exchange them for food coupons. Food coupons are still very popular nationwide."

Chen Banxia refused and said, "Mom, I have money in my hand, you don't have to give it to me, you can keep all of this."

She had chosen to go to the countryside, so she should take care of everything herself. How could she add to her parents' burden? Besides, there were many children in the family, and there were many other expenses.

Aunt Chen stuffed the bill into Chen Banxia's hand without hesitation, "Be good and take it. Otherwise, your father and I will be worried all day at home whether you are not eating enough. Don't make us worry."

Didn't Aunt Chen know whether her daughter had any money? At most, she had 30 or 40 yuan, which was usually given by her brothers. How could she go out without money?

After hearing what Aunt Chen said, Chen Banxia no longer refused, otherwise her mother would be even more worried.

"Put all your money and banknotes away in your suitcase, shoes, and clothes. There are many thieves on the train. Be careful when you get on the train and keep an eye on your luggage to make sure it doesn't get stolen."

"knew."

A mother worries about her son even when he is thousands of miles away. When parting is imminent, she always gives the child many instructions, fearing that there is something she has missed.

Thinking that there was still something in the pot, Aunt Chen hurried to the kitchen.

At this time, the three sons of the Chen family came over.

"Xia Xia, this is given to you by your sister-in-law and me. Please keep it. If you need anything, just write back and we will send it to you." The eldest son of the Chen family handed the banknote to Chen Banxia.

Chen Banxia felt embarrassed to ask for money from his parents, so how could he ask for money from his brother?

"Brother, you keep it to buy things for Xiangdong and the others. I don't need it, I have it on hand." Chen Banxia refused.

Before the eldest son of the Chen family could say anything, the second son of the Chen family came over and stuffed the money into Chen Banxia's hand, and also handed over a portion for himself.

"Xia Xia, be obedient and accept the money. It's all from your brother, don't refuse it."

At this time, the third child of the Chen family also gave a copy and agreed, "That's right. You are our only sister. If we don't treat you well, who else can we treat well? If someone bullies you after you go to the countryside, you must write back, okay? Then the three of us will help you vent your anger. Don't be afraid, remember you still have three brothers!"

Seeing her three brothers and two sisters-in-law beside her, Chen Banxia nodded while crying, "I remember, brother."

Chen Banxia went into the room and hid the money and bills given by her parents and brother separately, so that even if one was lost, there would still be others.

After taking inventory, I found that my parents gave me a total of 200 yuan and 20 kilograms of national food coupons, and my three brothers gave me the same amount, 50 yuan and 10 kilograms of national food coupons.

Adding my own 36 yuan, it was a considerable sum, a thick stack.

I sewed part of it inside my clothes, hid the rest in my shoes and boxes, and kept a little money with me.

It’s getting late, time to get ready to go.

Aunt Chen came out with a bag of food and said to Chen Banxia, ​​"I've got a few cornmeal cakes, five steamed buns, and five eggs. I also made you a portion of braised pork for the journey.

I ate the braised pork at noon today to prevent it from going bad. Later on the train, I'll buy some vegetables and eat them with steamed buns and pancakes. Don't be afraid to spend money, okay? Just leave some of your bills out there, don't hide them all."

Chen Banxia nodded, "Mom, I know everything. I won't let myself be wronged."

"That's good, that's good."

After everything was ready, the family headed for the train station. The three brothers of the Chen family carried the luggage, Chen Banxia pushed Uncle Chen's wheelchair, and the two sisters-in-law supported Aunt Chen. Fortunately, there were buses, so it was very convenient to get there.

Nowadays, trains can accommodate passengers. A group of people escorted Chen Banxia to the train platform, where the train she was going to take had already stopped.