Li Ping smiled too, picking up a steamed bun and eating it as she said:
"Da Mei's previous man was arranged by her family. Although the couple got along well later, they never experienced what it's like to be in a relationship. Guo Qiang is honest and kind-hearted. He's always so caring and attentive, bringing her hot meals and always worrying about her flower-selling business. Da Mei's heart is no longer with herself! She's just too shy to say it. But who can't see what she's thinking?"
Zhou Qiqi nodded. She also thought Zhang Guoqiang was honest and reliable, and Zhao Damei was hardworking and kind. The two were a good match and could take care of each other.
If the factory can overcome this crisis, we really need to urge Zhang Guoqiang to make things clear as soon as possible.
After all, neither of them is young anymore, and they have both experienced hardship. It's not easy to find someone who understands and cares for you. The sooner they get together, the sooner they can enjoy happiness.
After lunch, Zhou Qiqi didn't stay any longer and rode her bicycle back to the factory.
Back at the factory, the production line was running again, but there was always a faint sense of anxiety in the air.
The workers were busy with their tasks, but their eyes kept glancing at each other, a hint of unease in their expressions.
Zhou Qiqi knew that just shouting slogans wouldn't work; she needed to show everyone that the leader was steadfast.
She didn't go back to the office all afternoon; she stayed on the production line, huddled with Master Ma, gesturing and discussing the sweaters that were being produced.
For some reason, she suddenly had a brilliant idea. She pulled Master Ma out some scraps of yarn and started thinking about adding a scarf of the same color to the sweater dress.
There was no trace of anxiety on her face; a smile played on her lips as she meticulously confirmed with Master Ma the width of the scarf, the length of the tassels, and how to tie the knot for a better look.
Seeing how calm and composed she was, even having the mind to think about matching the old styles, the workers' anxiety gradually subsided, and their attention returned to the front line of their work.
Yes, the people who contracted the entire production line aren't worried, so why are they?
Just do your job well.
She was busy until after 7 p.m., and only after finalizing all the details of the scarf did Zhou Qiqi rub her lower back and push her bicycle home from work.
She rode her bicycle back to the residential area, and it was already dark. She went to Zhu Yingying's house next door to pick up Zhouzhou.
The little one was very quiet, lying on the table drawing. When she heard Qiqi's voice, she immediately raised her head, her big eyes crinkling into a smile. Then, without a word, she put away her colored pencils and drawing paper one by one before running over, putting her soft little hand into Zhou Qiqi's palm, and pulling her towards the dining table.
Zhu Yingying also came out to greet her. Seeing her exhausted face, she quickly said that she had saved some food for her.
Zhou Qiqi originally wanted to say she wouldn't eat. She had grabbed two eggs from the factory canteen while she was busy in the afternoon, and now that she was past the point of being hungry, she didn't really want to eat anything.
But Zhu Yingying pulled her into the house without saying a word and brought out an enamel basin from the kitchen: "You absolutely have to try this!"
Opening the lid, the sprayer revealed a milky white fish soup, filled with several large chunks of tender fish, and garnished with bright green scallions. The aroma wafted straight into my nose.
Zhou Qiqi was stunned for a moment.
Zhu Yingying explained with a smile:
"This afternoon I took Zhouzhou to the cafeteria for lunch. When this little girl saw the stewed fish, she actually pulled out a wad of small bills from her pocket, pointed at the stewed fish, and insisted on buying you a serving!"
Zhou Qiqi's heart felt as if it had been struck by something, a feeling that was both warm and tender.
She looked down at Zhouzhou, the little girl was looking up with her face upturned, her eyes sparkling with anticipation.
"Thank you, Zhouzhou!"
Zhou Qiqi squatted down and hugged her tightly. This child, although she couldn't speak, was thoughtful and sensible.
She had already passed her hunger pangs and had little appetite, but seeing her favorite fish made her stomach rumble with cravings.
Zhu Yingying also gave her a box of rice.
With the delicious fish soup and tender fish meat, she devoured a whole box of rice, a washbasin, and a large pot of stewed fish in no time, feeling extremely satisfied both physically and mentally.
When she got home, Zhou Qiqi didn't rush to wash up. Instead, she took out a large metal box from her handbag.
Before going to the factory at noon, she went to the department store to check on the sales of sweater dresses. While passing by the stationery counter, she saw this new product: 24-color acrylic paint.
Thinking that Zhouzhou didn't have one yet, she bought it right away.
Zhouzhou's eyes widened instantly, her little mouth slightly open, filled with surprise.
She glanced at the paint, then at Zhou Qiqi, and suddenly pounced on her, standing on tiptoe and quickly planting a kiss on Zhou Qiqi's cheek!
After the kiss, she felt embarrassed, her face flushed, and she turned and ran back to her room, closing the door behind her.
The warm, soft touch on her cheek seemed to still linger. Zhou Qiqi stood there, stunned for a long while, before slowly raising her hand to touch the spot where she had been kissed. The corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up, and her heart felt both sour and tender.
This child...
Although they can't speak yet, their way of expressing emotions is just as vivid as that of normal children; they can be happy, shy, and even act cute.
Looking at the tightly closed door, Zhou Qiqi couldn't help but feel a little expectant.
Once we have concrete news from Grandpa Zhai's side, and with some medical intervention, it might not be just wishful thinking to get Zhouzhou to speak again.
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