As soon as I stepped outside, I saw Dong Qingqing returning from outside, carrying a basket full of vegetables.
"Sister Dong, are you back from the shopping?"
"Yes, it's almost time to cook. Are you finally going out?" Dong Qingqing had figured out Lin Qiyue's personality. She didn't like going out much, only going out once every few days, and sometimes not leaving the house for days to buy things.
"That's rare!"
Lin Qiyue awkwardly scratched her head and said, "I'm planning to go to the village to exchange some fresh vegetables. I've finished my work recently, and I'd like to go to the city tomorrow. I was thinking of asking Sister Han if she has time. What about Sister Dong? Would you like to go to the city together?"
Dong Qingqing smiled and said, "Oh dear! I'm afraid Han and I can't make it! We have to go back to school to prepare for the start of the semester, prepare lessons in advance, and visit the children's homes to see how their homework is going. We really can't get away! We'll go with you another day when we have time."
Lin Qiyue also felt that the teacher was indeed very tired, and said, "That's okay, I can go by myself. Do you need me to bring anything back?"
"No need, we have everything we need at home."
"Alright then, Sister Dong, I'll go now, or I'll be late."
Dong Qingqing nodded and said, "Okay, hurry up and go. Uncle Yu went hunting in the mountains recently and he still has a lot of pheasants left. If you go too late, they'll probably be sold out."
"I understand, I'll go take a look."
Lin Qiyue also thought about buying some good food to replenish her body.
Businesses are not allowed in the village, but exchanges are permitted.
Because of the harsh conditions, everyone turned a blind eye, after all, they still had to survive.
As long as it's not too outrageous, they generally won't say anything.
If someone from above comes down to inspect, every household immediately puts their things away.
Lin Qiyue left empty-handed, wearing a dress she had made herself. Her hair was already quite long, and she had made a pretty ribbon out of fabric and braided it on her head.
She hasn't been out in the sun lately, does very little work, and eats very well every day.
She looks much more rounded and energetic, and much prettier.
Because of what happened last time, she became famous in the family compound, with people saying that Battalion Commander Lan had married a quick-witted wife.
Ding Wen's letter of self-criticism made everyone realize that Battalion Commander Lan's wife was his childhood sweetheart, someone he had grown up with since they were little.
Su Xiaole said that Luo Li was picked up by her uncle. After returning home, she was told that Luo Li often lost her temper and injured her cousin. Later, her aunt took her to the hospital for examination and found out that she had a mental illness.
Luo Li's parents were also investigated and found to have committed serious embezzlement, implicating hundreds of people.
When Lin Qiyue learned of this news, she was not surprised. She just thought that she might have changed the plot and caused Luo Li's parents to be exposed ahead of time.
After going downstairs, I saw a little girl carrying a basket.
Lin Qiyue looked at her; she had clearly spotted her, but was too scared to greet her.
"Hello! Are you going out of the village to exchange something?" Lin Qiyue greeted him generously.
This girl looked to be under twenty. She seemed a little insecure, but the marks on her neck shocked Lin Qiyue.
However, those who have been through it all understand.
She's a pretty girl, and when she looks at someone, it's a little unsettling. Her features are very defined; she's definitely a beauty with a roguish charm.
However, judging from her clothes, she wore a pink plaid top and gray trousers.
"Sister-in-law... Hello, I'm going to the village to exchange for food." As she spoke, her eyes darted around, and she nervously swallowed.
"I'm going to exchange for food too, shall we go together?" Lin Qiyue generously offered the invitation.
The girl nodded timidly.
After taking a few steps, Lin Qiyue looked at her and asked, "What's your name? Are you new to the family compound?"
"I...I'm new here. My name is Wang Xiaoyin. I just arrived a few days ago." She didn't dare to look at Lin Qiyue as she spoke.
"My name is Lin Qiyue. There's about one here. I'm twenty-one years old. You must be younger than me, right?" Lin Qiyue introduced herself generously.
Wang Xiaoyin glanced at Lin Qiyue; she was the first person to speak to her like that.
"Actually, you don't need to be afraid. I won't be mean to you. And you don't need to keep your head down like that, you can't see the road clearly."
Lin Qiyue realized that Wang Xiaoyin wasn't actually ugly, and wondered why she was looking down and avoiding eye contact with her.
"I'm used to it!" Wang Xiaoyin still didn't dare to look up as she walked with Lin Qiyue like this.
Lin Qiyue could tell that she must be very insecure. Whenever she passed by, she would lower her head in fear and remain silent.
"Xiao Yin, I'm going to the city for a walk tomorrow morning. You've just arrived, so you probably haven't experienced city life before. Would you like to come with me?"
Wang Xiaoyin was surprised by Lin Qiyue's invitation.
"Aren't you afraid I'll influence you?" Wang Xiaoyin asked Lin Qiyue in surprise.
Lin Qiyue asked in confusion, "What impact will it have?"
Wang Xiaoyin looked up at Lin Qiyue, then looked down in disappointment, before explaining, "I have a bad reputation; everyone in the residential compound knows it."
"Why?"
Lin Qiyue became even more curious, and Wang Xiaoyin didn't know how to explain it! She also didn't want to mention her sad story!
"Hey~ Isn't this Sister Wang from my village? What a coincidence!"
A very unpleasant sound came from inside.
Lin Qiyue looked up and saw a stylishly dressed woman in a blue and red suit. She stared at Wang Xiaoyin with disdain.
Lin Qiyue had never seen this woman before.
But according to her, this person knows Wang Xiaoyin.
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