Chapter 175 One More Friend
The man could see that if he didn't explain clearly, the girl in front of him would not take him to Mou Xing's house.
So she responded gently, "My name is Ren Shumin. I'm a former colleague of Mou Xing's husband, Liu Qing. I'm here on a business trip and wanted to visit her and the children. I haven't been able to come since Liu Qing's accident, and I feel very sorry."
He raised the two bags of gifts in his hand.
Chu Xuan had heard of the name Ren Shumin in his previous life.
He was a benefactor of Liu Zhaodi's family and helped the Liu family a lot.
However, in his previous life, Mou Xing did not undergo surgery in time. When he appeared, Mou Xing was already terminally ill and could not be cured, so he entrusted his three children to him.
In this life, Mou Xing had surgery and recovered well. Chu Xuan was looking forward to seeing what the future would be like.
"Hello, Uncle Ren! I'm very familiar with her family. I'll take you there now."
Ren Shumin was stunned by the word "uncle".
Before getting married, you're being called uncle by a girl in her twenties?
"Thank you. Actually, you can call me Brother Ren. I'm only thirty-one."
Chu Xuan smiled and waved his hand. "Aunt Mou's daughter Liu Zhaodi calls me Sister Xuan. You and Liu Zhaodi's father are of the same generation, so I dare not call you Big Brother. Although I call you Uncle, you are very young."
These words comforted Ren Shumin, "I see. Thank you for the compliment."
They became familiar with each other after a few words.
Chu Xuan firmly believes that one more friend means one more way.
After about ten minutes, he was brought to Mou Xing's house.
"Auntie Mou, Uncle Liu's former colleague, Uncle Ren, is here to see you."
Mou Xing ran out and warmly welcomed him in.
Chu Xuan wanted to leave, but Mou Xing grabbed her and whispered, "Xiao Xuan, please stay here for a while. You know there's always trouble around a widow."
Chu Xuan immediately nodded in agreement. "I'll sit in the yard for a while. You guys go to the main hall to talk. I think Uncle Ren is a good man."
Mou Xing believed in Chu Xuan's vision and nodded in agreement.
He poured a bowl of boiled water for Chu Xuan and Ren Shumin respectively, and served them fried meatballs as usual.
Chu Xuan sat quietly in the yard with a glass of boiled water in her hand.
The sound of conversation in the room came into my ears from time to time.
"Sister-in-law, my name is Ren Shumin. I was Brother Liu's former subordinate, and I came to see you on behalf of our company. I've actually wanted to come here for a long time, but unfortunately, I've been away on business. Due to the nature of the business, I've been away for five years. In the blink of an eye, Brother Liu has been dead for over five years."
When Liu Qing was mentioned, Mou Xing couldn't help but blush, "Yes."
"I remember that the company gave your family compensation, enough for you to build a new house. Why are you living in..."
"I'm a burden to the children. Ever since your elder brother Liu passed away, I've been ill. Hospitalization cost a lot of money, and I've needed medicine all year round. I spent all the compensation. But don't worry, now that I'm well and my eldest daughter is earning money, our lives will get better and better."
Mou Xing did not take the opportunity to play the victim, but instead said that his family had passed the most difficult time. This was because he did not want to cause trouble for Liu Qing's former colleagues and former unit.
Ren Shumin frowned. "I remember Brother Liu told me before he passed away that Zhaodi was only seven years old. So, she's only 12 this year. How come she's already earning money? She should be old enough to go to school."
Mou Xing looked remorseful and said, "I am the one who is holding her back. I will go to work in the food factory soon, and she will be able to go to school."
"Is the family in debt?"
"I don't owe any debt. My children and I are doing fine. Please rest assured, you and your employer."
Ren Shumin had already seen that one of the houses was about to collapse. How could he say everything was fine? There must be debts, but he just didn't want to worry him. "Sister-in-law, you're just like Brother Liu, you don't want to cause trouble for others. But the company always remembers Brother Liu's contributions over the years, so they didn't allow me to bring the condolence money. The company leader said you must accept it, otherwise my bonus for the second half of the year will be deducted. The bonus is several hundred yuan, and it can't be deducted. Hurry and accept it."
He took out a thick stack of money and various bills from his pocket and stuffed them into Mou Xing's hand.
Then he took out a pen and paper, wrote down his contact information and address, and put them on the table.
She continued, "I can't stay long this time. I'll come again in a few days. Sister-in-law, if you have anything in the future, please call or telegram me."
Without waiting for Mou Xing's response, he quickly stood up, with red eyes, and walked out quickly.
Mou Xing hurriedly chased after him, but Ren Shumin had already disappeared.
Chu Xuan advised, "Auntie Mu, this is a kind gift from Uncle Liu's former employer. Just accept it with peace of mind!"
Mou Xing nodded and couldn't help wiping away tears.
Chu Xuan patted her shoulders a few times and said, "Go back to your room and calm down. I have something else to do, so I'll leave first."
"Wait a minute. Xiaoxuan, I'll pay you back two hundred yuan first. The consolation money should be at least three hundred yuan."
Mou Xing began to count the money.
Chu Xuan ran out. "Don't worry. Keep the money to pay others back. Zhaodi will pay it back. Let's go."
Leave in a hurry.
Mou Xing's family is having trouble getting food now, and Chu Xuan doesn't intend to ask her family to pay back the money so soon.
Help people to the end.
About ten minutes later, Chu Xuan arrived at Gao Meijuan's house carrying a basket.
What a coincidence.
Ren Shumin was also there.
He was asking Wang Depin about the situation of Liu Zhaodi's family in recent years.
Wang Depin found out about Ren Shumin's background and naturally would not hide it.
It included the fact that Chu Xuan took Liu Zhaodi to make money, and that no one would lend money to Liu Zhaodi's family even if they had money.
Ren Shumin looked at Chu Xuan with admiration in his eyes.
Chu Xuan smiled indifferently, left the things he brought to Gao Meijuan, and without saying any more to Ren Shumin, said goodbye and left.
Because Grandpa Wang has said everything he needs to say.
Ren Shumin has already remembered her as the person who helped the Liu family.
In the evening, Chu Xuan's brother and sister came to the house with a big bowl of fried meatballs and two bottles of malted milk.
Malted milk was the supply Chu Xuan had prepared before.
Packaged in glass bottles, it has a long shelf life of nine months.
Gao Meijuan's family had already arrived. The women were busy in the kitchen, and the men were playing chess and drinking tea in the main room.
Chu Feng ran to the main room to watch them play chess, and Chu Xuan walked into the kitchen carrying something.
Qin Mahua saw her and said cheerfully, "Xiao Xuan, what did you bring from home?"
Chu Xuan smiled. "This malted milk is a gift to you and Uncle. It's because they're family that I'm showing such filial respect. And this big bowl of meatballs is made by Liu Zhaodi's family. I brought it here for everyone to try. I'll see if her family can sell this in town or the county seat. What do you think?"
"Mahua, Xiaoxuan will be there to show your filial respect to you in the future. You and Mu Qinlao will be blessed!" As she spoke, Gao Meijuan reached out and took a meatball, tasted it, and said, "It tastes good. I'll go ask her family if they're willing to sell it in my shop."
Her shop, which is near the train station, now only sells grilled fish fillets, but she could add a few more items.
After tasting it, everyone thought it was a good idea.
The fried meatballs are crispy and delicious. They can be eaten directly, stewed, or soaked in soy milk or porridge.
Just then, Mu Chenze walked into the kitchen and his eyes fell on Xiao Xuan.
Today, she wore a long-sleeved dress and black leather shoes, looking slim and elegant.
"Xiao Xuan, come with me, okay? I have something to tell you."
There was a negotiating tone in his voice and a look of joy on his face.
The moment Chu Xuan saw him, a shy smile appeared on her face, "Okay."
She felt that everyone's eyes were on her and Mu Chenze.
Mu Chenze was much more shameless than her, and he took the initiative to hold her hand as soon as they left the kitchen.
Take her to the backyard.
Chu Xuan asked softly, "What exactly do you want to tell me?"
Mu Chenze pretended to be mysterious, "You'll know when we get to the backyard."
What's in the backyard?
Chu Xuan recalled her previous life and really forgot what was in the backyard. She was too lazy to go there at that time.
(End of this chapter)
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