Lin Wanxia insisted on going to the provincial capital by herself, and Qu Songsheng had no choice but to agree.
After hearing this, Qu Manman couldn't help but mutter to herself, "I want to go to the provincial capital too!"
[I don’t even know what the provincial capital looks like now? ]
Since she came into this world, she has never left Huaicheng County.
【I really want to see what the world outside looks like now! 】
The couple listened to their daughter's voice, and Lin Wanxia couldn't help but look at her husband: "How about..."
"Can't."
Qu Songsheng refused directly.
It takes a full four hours by train from Huaicheng to the provincial capital. He was worried about Lin Wanxia going alone, not to mention that she was bringing her child with her.
Qu Manman is still young. If the mother and daughter are targeted by bad people, the consequences will be unimaginable.
"All right!"
Lin Wanxia also knew that she had really brought Qu Manman with her.
Running to the provincial capital where I am unfamiliar with the place, I am afraid that I can only focus on Qu Manman and have no time to do anything else.
I calculated that it would take at least three days to go to the provincial capital to get things done.
As soon as Lin Wanxia left, there was a shortage of cashiers at Manman Restaurant for the next three days.
After discussing it, the couple made a special trip to Linzhuang to invite Lin Hongxian over.
"Dad—I'm going to the provincial capital to do some work. The store is short-staffed, so could you fill in for me for a few days?"
Lin Hongxian was willing to do so. He walked around the Manman Restaurant and nodded frequently, "This restaurant is pretty good now. It's quite presentable."
Then he asked, "If you leave, who will take care of Wanwan?"
Qu Songsheng just replied: "I——"
Lin Hongxian shook his head. "What do you mean by 'you'? You're so busy you barely have time to take care of Manman. I'll help take care of her for the next two days."
After listening to the old man's words, Qu Manman really wanted to say that she didn't need anyone to take care of her.
But when I think about how weak I am now and how someone can easily carry me away.
She chose to nod obediently: "Okay, I want Grandpa to come with me, Grandpa will take me out to play."
"Little girl, you only know how to play. Grandpa brought you a gift this time."
Lin Hongxian said this as he took out a cloth bag from behind his back.
After opening it, there was a set of writing brushes, ink, paper and inkstone inside.
Apart from the paper which looked new, the pens, inkstones all looked quite old.
He put it in front of Qu Manman and said cheerfully, "Manman, you are a smart child. Smart children should not waste their talents."
"You should start learning early. Starting today, Grandpa will teach you how to read and write, okay?"
Can Qu Manman say it’s not good?
If she couldn't say it well, wouldn't she be letting the old man down?
Besides, she could read to begin with, but now because she was too young, she had to read picture books with pictures to hide her identity.
She's been feeling suffocated for a long time.
Grandpa is here to teach her how to read and write, which is like a timely help.
Will she soon no longer have to hide?
"OK--"
Qu Manman agreed immediately.
Lin Hongxian was so happy that he couldn't close his mouth. "I knew that my Manman is not only smart, but also well-behaved and sensible..."
So, from that day on, Qu Manman began to learn calligraphy.
Everyone who came to Manman Restaurant that day saw a new small table next to the cash register.
The old man taught the child to practice calligraphy in public.
They were just looking at it curiously for a few more seconds, probably because their parents were just trying to entertain their children.
Then I found that the little girl was holding the brush with difficulty.
Although I am small and my wrists are weak, I hold the brush tremblingly and each stroke is crooked.
Yet he could stand in front of the table for an hour and concentrate on practicing calligraphy without complaining...
Such perseverance and determination have caused diners to praise her: "This little girl is incredible. She loves to study so much at such a young age. She will definitely be successful when she grows up."
"This little guy has mastered the art of writing Chinese characters. He's truly a prodigy!"
"I've always thought the boss's little girl was smart and wise, and now it seems she's truly extraordinary!"
"Comparison is the thief of anger. If my little boy could study as hard as she does, I would sell everything I have to support his education..."
Qu Songsheng and Lin Wanxia were particularly happy to hear the praise.
She couldn't help but feel sorry for her daughter and came over to remind her: "Manman, if you feel tired, take a rest."
"Not tired—"
It’s just practicing calligraphy, but Qu Manman feels it’s as fun as painting a picture, and doesn’t feel tiring at all.
While practicing calligraphy, she couldn't help but worry about Lin Wanxia.
Lin Wanxia is going to the provincial capital alone tomorrow. It is just the early 1980s.
The crackdown hasn't started yet, but I heard there are still bandits and robbers in some places.
She felt worried just thinking about it.
But there are too many customers now, and grandpa is here, so Qu Manman is embarrassed to say it.
I muttered a few words to myself: [I wonder what the trains are like nowadays. They should be slow green trains, right?]
[There's a mix of people on those cars, so moms, be careful on the road.]
[There might be women traffickers. When riding in a car, do not trust any strangers, even relatives who are indirect and even fellow villagers who speak with the same accent.]
[You can't just eat or drink anything given to you by others, and you can't let others get close to you and ask you about your aunt's situation or the purpose of your trip to the provincial capital.]
[Once you arrive in the provincial capital, don't be foolish and ask people for directions.]
[You can pay more attention when you are on the train, and follow the people with provincial accents when you get off the train.]
It's best to go with a group of people who work in respectable companies or as a family.
If that doesn't work, go to the nearest bus stop at the train station and take the bus to the busiest area in the city center.
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