Zhang Lan was unhappy, but dared not say anything, and could only reluctantly lift a brick. As she lifted it, she secretly complained, "Honestly, how am I supposed to carry such a heavy brick? I should have just stayed home and rested." Old Mrs. Shen chimed in, "That's right, we are the elders, how can you make us do such heavy work? Wanqiu is really something, she has no respect for her elders at all."
Lin Wanqiu heard their words but didn't take them to heart. She knew that Old Lady Shen and Zhang Lan had always held a grudge against her, and they certainly wouldn't do a good job this time, but as long as they didn't cause trouble, she would turn a blind eye. After all, the house was still under construction, and she didn't want to cause any unpleasantness over such a small matter and affect everyone's mood.
As darkness fell, the day's work was finally finished. The villagers who had helped were all sweating profusely, but their faces were still beaming with smiles. Lin Wanqiu paid everyone their wages and also gave each of them an extra bag of sweet potatoes and corn: "You've all worked hard. Take these with you and let your children try them when you get home. We'll have to trouble you to come early tomorrow." The villagers took the things and said happily, "Wanqiu, you're too kind. We'll definitely come early tomorrow and help you finish building the house as soon as possible."
After seeing the villagers off, Lin Wanqiu and Shen Tingzhou finally had a moment to rest. They sat in the courtyard, looking at the wall that had already reached half a person's height, their hearts filled with anticipation. Shen Tingzhou held Lin Wanqiu's hand: "Wanqiu, in another half month, we'll be able to move into our new house. Then, we'll decorate Nian'an's room beautifully, and buy him a new bed so he can have a good night's sleep." Lin Wanqiu leaned against Shen Tingzhou, smiling, and said, "Okay. Once we move into our new house, we'll invite all the villagers over for a celebration, so everyone can share in our joy."
Shen Nian'an was already asleep, a smile on his little face, probably dreaming of moving into their new house. Lin Wanqiu looked at her sleeping son, her heart filled with happiness. She knew that although building a house was hard work, it was all worth it as long as the family could live in a spacious and bright new home.
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