Chapter 103 Her Satisfaction
Shen Lingning hadn't realized that the monthly orders from Chang'an and the continuous remittances were very important to this group that had just tasted the sweetness of collective production...
For the family compound where every penny means new clothes for the children, greasy food on the dinner table, and possible dividends at the end of the year, it is such a earth-shaking event!
She is not only Shen Lingning, but also the hope and hero who leads everyone to a better life!
Even Political Commissar Zhang and Wang Shufen came out to look at Shen Lingning's family of three, with smiles on their faces.
"Lingning! What's Chang'an like? Is it big?"
"I heard that department store has several floors? Does it really have everything?"
"Is our soap selling well? Do people in the city like it?"
"You must have had a hard time on this journey. Come home and rest!"
A barrage of questions and concerns came pouring in, the enthusiasm was overwhelming.
Aunt Sun, Liu Jinfeng and Wang Shufen squeezed to the front.
Aunt Sun picked up Fubao and looked him up and down, her eyes red. "Good boy, I'm glad you're back. I'm glad you're back! You don't look thinner. Chang'an must be eating well!"
As he said this, he gave Fubao a big kiss on his chubby face.
Tiedan and Damao also vied to reach out and hug Fubao.
Liu Jinfeng looked at the overflowing luggage in Zhou Weiguo's hands and said in amazement, "Oh my, he bought quite a lot of things!"
Wang Shufen also joked with a smile: "Welcome back, heroes!"
Shen Lingning finally came back to his senses from his stupor, his heart warmed by this simple and warm welcome.
He quickly answered everyone's questions with a smile: "Chang'an is doing great, the buildings are so tall! Our soaps are selling so well that the China World Mall has even signed a long-term contract with us!"
"Also, the Chang'an Trade Mall gave us a counter to sell our soaps. When I left, someone kept asking when the new stock would be available."
Her words were like a reassurance and a dose of stimulant, making the smiles on everyone's faces brighter and the discussions more heated.
"Great! I knew Ling Ning was capable!"
"That's great! Our tea plantation has more potential!"
"I have to work harder from now on!"
Zhou Weiguo protected his wife and daughter, politely responded to the neighbors' greetings, and slowly moved towards his own yard.
Crowds surrounded them, and laughter filled the entire family compound, making it even more lively than during the Chinese New Year.
After finally returning to my own courtyard and saying goodbye to everyone one by one, I closed the door and blocked myself out from the hustle and bustle outside.
Shen Lingning looked at the familiar simple little house. Although it was not as spacious and comfortable as the Zhao family's in Chang'an, it was full of an atmosphere that made her feel at ease.
She unpacked her luggage and started taking things out.
She sorted and put away the dark corduroy fabric for Aunt Sun, the stationery and candies for Liu Jinfeng's children, the two bottles of Xifeng wine for Old Stubborn, and the small gifts such as snow cream and hairbands for the sisters in the Chashan group...
Zhou Weiguo silently opened the largest package, which contained a high-quality cotton coat bought for Shen Lingning, new cotton shoes and a small hat bought for Fubao, and a large bag of Chang'an specialty cakes.
"Tomorrow, I'll share some among everyone."
Zhou Weiguo said concisely.
He knew that his wife's success in turning the situation around was inseparable from the support of everyone in the family compound, and he understood the ways of the world.
Shen Lingning looked at him, and her heart softened.
This man doesn't talk much, but he always silently supports her with his actions and protects this family.
At night, lying on the warm kang in his own home, listening to the familiar autumn wind outside the window and Zhou Weiguo's steady breathing, Shen Lingning felt extremely at ease and satisfied.
The trip to Chang'an got off to a good start, but the real challenges and struggles are still in Songtaogou, the land where she has poured her heart and soul.
Shen Lingning, who was lost in thought, suddenly felt hot. A warm big hand reached out from under the quilt and touched the softness in front of her body, then gently held her body in his arms.
She fell into a warm, generous embrace without warning. The man's breath enveloped her, and his mouth gently pecked her face.
"I've been holding it in for a week. Don't you miss me?"
Shen Lingning tried to push him away in anger, but all he touched was the man's hard chest, and his fingers felt hot and solid.
She felt his pounding heartbeat and his heavy breathing. The warm air flowed on the woman's fair and delicate skin, making her feel a burning sensation.
Before she could make another move, Zhou Weiguo had already embraced her and kissed her eagerly, exchanging lips and teeth intimately.
After Shen Lingning's shyness subsided, she closed her eyes and responded softly. The man's passion was aroused, and he sucked her lips, her neck, everything about her even more passionately...
She also let out a long sigh, hmm...
Like an invitation, the man's heart trembled and he immediately took action...
Her hands rested lightly on his broad back, and her legs clamped tightly around his waist.
His fingers brushed through her soft hair, as if with a strange magic that gradually made her mind lose consciousness.
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In the morning, Shen Lingning woke up in the sunshine and looked at the clock in the room: 8:30.
She was suddenly startled. It was so late.
I got up and lifted the quilt, only to find that Zhou Weiguo and Fubao were gone...
I wonder if Fubao is hungry?
It’s all Zhou Weiguo’s fault. He made trouble again and again last night. Although she was happy, she couldn’t be so indulgent.
Her face flushed as she got off the kang and put on her cloth shoes. She hurried to the kitchen and lifted the bamboo cover on the dining table. Underneath were two steamed buns made of white flour and cornmeal, a plate of shredded potatoes, and a bowl of warm egg noodle soup.
There was also a note: The meal is on the table, Fubao has been sent to Aunt Sun's house, you can rest assured.
Signed: Zhou Weiguo.
His handwriting is as sharp and neat as he is.
Shen Lingning pursed her lips and smiled, a hint of sweetness welling up in her heart. She gently pulled open the back of the chair and sat down. She picked up a warm steamed bun and took a bite. It was sweet and soft, and her mouth was filled with a strong wheat aroma.
She likes to eat steamed buns made with corn in white flour. The sweetness of the corn mixed with the flour fermented by old yeast is so delicious that she can never get enough of it.
After taking another big sip of the egg noodle soup, the satisfaction in his heart went down his throat into his stomach, and Shen Lingning felt very comfortable.
This was the life she wanted, not the dazzling and bustling life of Shanghai, nor the difficult and turbulent life of southern Shanxi...
Here she has her lover, her treasure, things she wants to do, tea fields, and lovely neighbors and colleagues...
There has never been a moment like this that made her feel healed and happy.
She was thinking, maybe this is the meaning of socialism, everyone progresses and develops together.
After dinner, Shen Lingning thought about Chang'an, and the sense of urgency in his heart became stronger.
The tea mountain will be officially operational next year. After more than half a year of intercropping experience and the output of the old tea trees, tea picking, tea making, packaging and sales must keep up.
There are also newly launched tea seed soaps and more product categories. This trip to Chang'an was very rewarding.
For skin care, there are not only oyster oil and Peony Buds, there are also many different brands of facial creams. Their tea seed soap cannot have only one scent, because after a long time, people will get tired of it.
During her time in Chang'an, besides running sales, she also spent time in the library, reading various books and materials on plants and chemicals, looking for inspiration for new products.
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