They came here and far from being miserable; on the contrary, they were living even better than when they were in Beijing.
Mr. Luo said, "We are so lucky to have such a wonderful daughter."
Luo Jingyan returned to the educated youth settlement and, during her break, entered her spatial dimension to make clothes for them.
Beijing Post Office
Wu Yueying soon learned that Chen Xiaoyue had gone to Jilin Province. Because she resented Chen Xiaoyue, she complained to Chen Qiulan.
"I'm so angry! That brat Xiaoyue! I told her that Xue's son is healthy, and she said he's already gone to the countryside as an educated youth and isn't good enough for her. But you know what? She turned around and packed her bags and went to the countryside, saying she didn't care anymore. Who believes that? I think she just went to find Xue's son."
Chen Qiulan said, "You mean, she chased Yanchen all the way to the countryside."
"Of course it's a holiday, otherwise why would we go now instead of earlier or later?"
The post office and the Municipal Women's Federation were relatively close, so Chen Qiulan would wait for Xue's mother to go grocery shopping together after get off work every day before going home.
Chen Qiulan casually asked Xue's mother, "How is Yanchen doing in the countryside? Is he alright?"
"He's alright. He's physically strong, so farm work isn't difficult for him."
"Is he dating anyone there?"
After thinking for a moment, Xue's mother nodded: "She's dating someone. She told us about it before the New Year. She's also from Beijing and went there as an educated youth. Her father is also one of Lao Xue's comrades-in-arms."
"Oh, I see." Chen Qiulan sensed something was wrong and quickly stopped the car. She said to Xue's mother, "Minghui, I have something very important to tell you. It's about Yanchen and his girlfriend."
"What's wrong?" Mrs. Xue frowned.
Chen Qiulan said, "Chen Xiaoyue from the Chen family, her second aunt said she went to Jilin Province to find Yanchen and wants to pursue him."
When Xue Yanchen was a child, the Xue family lived in the same compound as the Chen family, but they moved away later because of Xue's father's work.
Back then, Chen Xiaoyue liked to chase after Xue Yanchen, but Xue Yanchen didn't like her playing with him, and after he moved away, they had even less contact.
Xue's mother had never heard Xue Yanchen mention anything about Chen Xiaoyue. She never imagined that Chen Xiaoyue had been thinking about her son all along.
"Huh?" Mrs. Xue was very surprised, then thought for a moment: "Yanchen already has a boyfriend there, so she'll have to come back even if she goes."
However, Xue's mother was still uneasy throughout the journey.
After returning home, she told Mr. Xue about her idea of going to Jilin Province.
"You didn't go home for the Chinese New Year, why are you thinking of going now?"
Then, Xue's mother told her about Chen Xiaoyue's visit to Xue Yanchen.
“I’m afraid that girl will make things difficult for our future daughter-in-law and cause trouble for Jingyan. Besides, isn’t this a good opportunity for us to see our son, my mother, and Jingyan?”
Mr. Xue did not stop him, saying, "Then go ahead."
"You need to help me ask for leave."
"I see."
Mr. Xue said seemingly casually, "Minghui, have you noticed that my old ailments have gotten better these days? I feel much more comfortable than before, and I don't cough as often anymore."
Mrs. Xue suddenly realized, "If you hadn't said anything, I would have noticed that you seem to be coughing less than before. Is it because you know that our son broke up with his girlfriend and that you have a good chance of having a grandson, so you're in a good mood and your illness has improved?"
Mr. Xue smiled and nodded: "I think so."
"If you put it that way, if our son gets married now, and you can hold your grandson in ten months, I think your illness can be completely cured."
"We can't force young people to get married. I'm very happy now, and this old problem should gradually be cured."
That evening, Xue's mother packed her luggage and took the train early the next morning.
By this time, Chen Xiaoyue had arrived at the Red Star Commune and, after inquiring, learned the addresses of the Victory Brigade and the Forward Brigade.
She took her luggage and rode an oxcart directly to the Qianjin Brigade. When she arrived at the educated youth settlement, she went inside with her luggage and asked one of the educated youths about Xue Yanchen.
The educated youth saw that she was a fair-skinned and delicate girl, and could tell at a glance that she was from the city.
"May I ask who you are?"
"I am his girlfriend."
P.S.: There won't be any torture for the main characters; only the weaklings will be tortured.
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