Back on the island, Bonnie's heart soared!
After visiting all the relatives, it seems that distance makes things better and closeness makes things worse. When she came back, Bao Ni felt that her older brother, Lin Yu, was more approachable.
Lin Yu, who took over the kelp cultivation, is doing a good job. He's become more confident and cheerful.
The newlywed wife is a good person; she manages the household and everything else very well. The second child likes his new mother very much, while the older child is a little resistant, but he's a grown man now and can control his emotions.
After Bonnie's former sister-in-law came out, she visited the island and caused a ruckus for a while before Lin Yu chased her away.
Da Bao felt sorry for his mother, but he didn't have the courage to leave with her. He could only sulk to himself, thinking that he would help his mother when he was able to.
But his mother didn't give him a chance. Not long after, she found an older widower with good conditions and married him off.
Bonnie just listened to what her brothers were saying and let it go.
Once you each start your own family and have children, you become two separate families. Live your own lives, don't overstep your bounds, and don't annoy others.
Lin Bo was admitted to a military academy in Liaoning Province, while his wife's military medical university is in their hometown. They only have one child, and now that both of them are in school, their child will have to stay at home and be looked after by Bao Ni's parents.
“After the New Year, I resigned from my job as the brigade leader to help your mother take care of the family. Your grandparents are getting old, and your mother is not young either. I can't leave all these things to her.”
The environment is getting better and better, so I can finally let go and give the younger generation a chance. This time, the person taking over is your great-uncle's eldest brother; he's a very steady and reliable person.
Bonnie's father told his daughter about the arrangements at home, reassuring her.
Bonnie knew that this time she was leaving, and she didn't know how long it would be before she came back. Transportation was so inconvenient these days; it was too difficult to even leave the house.
Bonnie thought her father's approach was good; he was getting old and shouldn't worry so much. His children were all doing well, and they should enjoy their retirement.
Bonnie stayed home with her grandmother and the others for a few days. Three or four days before the Lunar New Year, Bonnie went to her secret hideout.
I haven't been back for several years, and the base hasn't changed much; even the water level hasn't changed.
Bonnie checked her old belongings; they were all intact, and she was going to take them with her. The materials Professor Gao had entrusted to her for safekeeping were also intact; she would take those too, and return them to him when she got to Beijing.
Bonnie put the things away and started scooping up the seafood.
Just as I expected, after several years away, the quantity of those returning had increased, and the quality was even better.
Bonnie filled two baskets and, under the cover of night, carried them back to her parents' home to deliver to Uncle Chen the next morning.
Uncle Shen was overjoyed as he looked at the seafood.
"Nizi, what do you want to change to this time?"
"Uncle Chen, prepare some meat for me, not too much, just twenty or thirty catties will do. And exchange the rest for money for me, it's too far away, and meat is hard to carry." Bonnie couldn't bring the meat back, so money was much more convenient.
"Understood. Just send them over these next few days. I need a lot, and I won't shortchange you on the price."
Master Shen understood that with Bonnie no longer here, having too much meat was useless.
Bonnie and Uncle Shen have been working together for quite some time now, so I'm very confident in them.
“Okay, I trust Uncle to handle things. I’ll come once a day during this period before the New Year, carrying two baskets each time, all of the same quality.” Bao Ni explained clearly, then took the money and receipts given to her by Uncle Chen and went to the warehouse to collect the meat. She would come back to pick it up before going back.
This time, Bonnie bought Zhongshan suits for her grandfather and father, the most fashionable style at the time. She bought cashmere coats for her grandmother and mother, and a pair of leather shoes for each of them.
The clothes for Liu Jiu and San Qi were newly bought, so she didn't buy any more. As for the other children, their parents took care of everything, so she didn't do it for them. She bought some candy and pastries to take back, and also bought two bottles of good wine for her grandfather.
When Bonnie got home, everyone was home except for the children.
"Mom, put away this meat. We'll make braised pork for dinner tonight." Bao Ni put down the basket of meat and handed the basket of clothes to her grandmother.
"Grandma, look at the clothes I bought for you. Do you like them?"
The old lady took clothes out of the basket, and to her surprise, they were cashmere coats.
"Nizi, why did you buy such expensive clothes and leather shoes? How much did you buy?" The old lady was startled as she took the clothes out one by one.
The old lady's words drew the others over, and they all looked at the pile of clothes.
"One set of clothes for each person, and a pair of leather shoes." Bonnie sorted out the clothes. "Try them on and see if they fit."
The old man looked at the Zhongshan suit in his hand, feeling very happy. It was a gift from his granddaughter. There were also leather shoes. His life had been worthwhile.
“Girl, Grandpa likes it. When I die, I’ll wear this outfit and these leather shoes.” The old man was happy; he could finally wear a Zhongshan suit and leather shoes.
"Grandpa, this is just the beginning. The best days are yet to come. Take care of yourself and get ready to enjoy your retirement!" Bonnie was surprised that her grandfather was so happy.
The other three also looked delighted, especially Grandma, who gently touched the cashmere coat as if she were stroking a newborn baby, afraid of hurting him.
The clothes were the right size. Bonnie used to buy clothes or fabric for the four elderly people every year, so she knew exactly what to buy.
"Father, I've been catching some seafood these past few days. Could you help me dry it? Gu Ye might be transferred back to Beijing after the New Year. I'll take a lot with me, either for myself or as gifts."
Bonnie's father knew his daughter was capable; the seafood she brought back was of excellent quality, and he never inquired about where she brought it from.
"Okay, go ahead and get it back. When are you going back after the New Year? Have you set a date yet?" Unexpectedly, her daughter is moving again.
"This matter hasn't been officially announced yet, and the date hasn't been set. I'm just letting you know in advance that once I leave this time, it will be a while before I come back. There will be a lot of things to do right away."
Bonnie told her parents and family in advance, and her grandparents knew what was going on and wouldn't tell anyone.
“I know, your second brother has been gone for many years, how many times has he come back?” Bao Ni’s mother understood that in the army, one has no choice but to follow one’s own path.
"As long as you are safe and sound, we will stay at home and watch over you. Come back whenever you have time."
Bonnie's words brought tears to my eyes.
Before dinner, Bonnie brought back four baskets of seafood. She gave two baskets to Uncle Shen and dried the rest, which she took with her.
Bonnie didn't finish cleaning up the seafood at the base until the last day before the Lunar New Year. She took away the big ones, and the rest could be raised for a few more years.
After working for several days in a row, Bonnie earned several thousand yuan, and her wallet was bulging again.
Bonnie was also filled with emotion, realizing that there is no shortage of rich people in any era! Through Uncle Shen's connections, all of her seafood ended up in the hands of certain individuals.
After each delivery of seafood, Bonnie would buy some food to take home, ensuring a bountiful New Year's feast.
On New Year's Day, the whole family gathered together, and everyone else felt ashamed of their own new clothes, especially the ones worn by the grandfathers!
The other people on the island were filled with envy when they saw Bonnie's father, grandparents and grandpa's outfits.
"Raise a daughter like Lin Baoni"—this phrase has once again become a common saying among the islanders.
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