As we all know, the two most profitable industries in the 1980s were clothing and home appliances. Women, regardless of era, have an innate love for beauty. This was especially true during a decade of repression, when many people developed a retaliation mentality. Therefore, they were very willing to spend money on beautiful clothes to enhance their appearance.
In the clothing industry, due to Liu Yanran's previous outstanding performance at the Canton Fair and the series of design drawings she later provided to Beijing clothing factories, the industry has shown a leading trend.
However, Liu Yanran didn't venture into the home appliance industry, as there were already some powerful domestic companies in that field. In contrast, Liu Yanran was more passionate about the clothing industry, as she had tens of thousands of future clothing styles in her mind, an advantage that allowed her to stay decades ahead of the competition. As for the home appliance industry, she knew nothing about it, completely in the dark.
But this does not affect Liu Yanran's desire not to let the Wu family grow stronger and benefit Tang Xiaoxiao and Lin Ye. Because she forgets things during her pregnancy, she really hasn't caused them any trouble for a long time. Now that the child is about to be born, it's time to let Wu Dayong know the truth.
At 8:08:08 PM, Tang Xiaoxiao gave birth to a boy via cesarean section. He weighed 7.82 catties, a very strong child for that era. Paternity testing was available, but the technology wasn't mature and was quite expensive, so most people wouldn't go for it. However, Liu Yanran had the money, so she kindly took samples from Tang Xiaoxiao's son, Tang Xiaoxiao, Lin Ye, and Wu Dayong, and ran a test for each of them.
Deng Wanjun was well cared for during her pregnancy, and with a natural birth, she remained in excellent health and was discharged home the day after giving birth. Upon returning home, Cao Cuilan and Liu Chunping were there to help care for the child, and several other children were clamoring to take care of their younger siblings, filling the home with joy and warmth.
However, in order to allow Deng Wanjun to better rest and recover, she decided to recuperate in the small courtyard of herself and Liu Guoxing. Liu Chunling and Liu Chunhua took the initiative to help take care of the child, while Cao Cuilan was responsible for carefully preparing Deng Wanjun's confinement meals.
Unlike other families, Deng Wanjun's postpartum meals weren't limited to chicken soup or pig's trotter soup, but included a variety of vegetables and rice. This was because Liu Yanran had told Cao Cuilan that mothers need balanced nutrition to promote recovery, while also avoiding excessive intake of salt and fat.
Cao Cuilan trusted Liu Yanran's advice and followed it. This allowed Deng Wanjun to enjoy a variety of delicious foods without sacrificing her recovery. This innovative postpartum meal arrangement was a pleasant surprise and showcased the warm atmosphere of love and care within the family.
This resulted in Deng Wanjun having a good appetite during the confinement period, and she gained 50 pounds after the period. However, Liu Yanran later provided her with methods for postpartum recovery, and in less than a year, Deng Wanjun had lost weight and returned to her appearance when she got married. Because Deng Wanjun originally had a baby face and a little baby fat, many people thought that Liu Guoxing was a beast and had kidnapped a minor to give birth to a child. Of course, that's a story for later.
Today was a special day: An'an and Ningning were finally being discharged from the hospital. To celebrate this important moment, their family held a lively "three-day bath" ceremony for them. Liu Yanran's brothers and sisters all took time off to attend and witness this joyful occasion.
Everyone sat together, their hearts filled with joy as they watched the lovely An'an and Ningning. They all tacitly presented precious gifts—gold items. In this era, people believed that gold represented stability and wealth, and held auspicious meanings.
First, my eldest brother and his wife brought a pair of exquisite gold-inlaid jade necklaces for An'an and Ningning, respectively. These necklaces were not only beautifully designed but also inlaid with the gentle jade, making them exceptionally precious. Then, my second brother and his wife presented a pair of exquisite gold bracelets, hoping to bless the children with safety and health. My third sister, on the other hand, chose a unique gold bracelet to express her deepest wishes for her nephew and niece.
Liu Yanran even went the extra mile, crafting unique gold collars for each of her two children. She secretly had them custom-made by a master craftsman using two small yellow croakers! Each collar was engraved with An'an and Ningning's names, a truly touching gesture. Grandpa and Grandma Liu also brought out family heirlooms: a gold belt and a golden crown. These were said to be imperial rewards for their ancestors' meritorious service, and now passed down to An'an and Ningning, they hold immense significance.
Not to be outdone, Grandpa and Grandma Deng each gifted An'an a gold ring and Ningning a pair of gold earrings. Liu's parents, along with Deng's parents, chose gold locks as gifts, hoping to seal their children's happiness. The entire scene was filled with deep affection and a warm atmosphere, evoking a sense of family warmth and harmony.
Of course, there were other gifts as well. The Deng family's brothers presented jade articles, including jade Buddhas, jade Guanyins, jade bracelets, jade rings, etc. This set of gifts was enough to provide the children with food and clothing for the future.
Sisters Liu Chunhua and Liu Chunling each received a large red envelope of 666 yuan as a token of their blessing for their children. They are now responsible for caring for the children, with Liu Yanran providing a monthly salary. In addition, their brothers occasionally give them pocket money. Therefore, despite not working outside the home, they are able to make ends meet, and their children are very well-behaved and sensible.
Liu Chunsheng, who was working at a factory and couldn't come in person, asked Joanna to bring her two children and gave her a red envelope of 666 yuan. Although Liuji Hot Pot Restaurant in Sichuan Province had only recently opened, Joanna had already earned nearly 1,000 yuan, so her contribution was quite generous.
Liu Chuncheng has now started working at the Beijing Automobile Factory. Since he is new here, his salary is not that high, but he still received a red envelope of 666 yuan, which is the amount agreed upon by the four siblings.
As a relative of the Liu family and Liu Yanran's mother-in-law, Lin Manting was incredibly generous. She handed each of the children a large red envelope of 888 yuan, expressing her blessings and affection. Since Liu Yanran's marriage, she has given her mother-in-law 1,000 yuan in pocket money every month. Lin Manting is responsible for helping the younger children with their homework, and Liu Yanran naturally treats her well.
It can be said that, apart from her limited cooking skills, Lin Manting is a very competent mother-in-law in all other aspects. She never interferes with the affairs of the young couple, and even stands up to defend her daughter-in-law when others criticize her extravagant spending. She is truly very satisfied with this daughter-in-law and hopes that her youngest son will find a good girl like his eldest sister-in-law in the future.
In addition, Deng Jingxuan is also a wealthy bachelor. He gave the babies a generous red envelope of 1,888 yuan. An An and Ning Ning were only three days old, but they already have wealth that some people may not be able to obtain in their entire lives. They can be said to be well-deserved winners in life.
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