Chapter 62 After Cheng Xiuying left, Yu...
After Cheng Xiuying left, Yu Jiamin closed the door. She looked at the gold bracelet for a while longer. It weighed about thirty grams and felt quite heavy in her hand. It shone brightly under the light and looked especially beautiful. She carefully put the bracelet away.
Actually, she had also prepared a gift for Yu Jiajia: a very exquisite gold lock. The moment she saw it, she thought the gold lock was both elegant and eye-catching, perfectly complementing Jiajia. She leaned over the bed and gently nudged Yu Jiajia, trying to wake her.
"Jiajia, Jiajia."
Yu Jiajia opened her eyes groggily, "Third Sister."
Yu Jiamin handed a gold lock to Yu Jiajia, saying, "Jiajia, this is for you."
Yu Jiajia looked at a gold lock in a daze. It was quite large, with auspicious symbols engraved on it and strung together with a red string. She reached out and held the gold lock. "It's so heavy!"
It weighs over 100 grams, it's quite heavy!
She added, "It's so beautiful! Thank you, Third Sister!"
Yu Jiamin: "In a little while, after everyone is asleep, I'll take you outside and hide the gold lock outside. Nothing can be left inside."
Yu Jiajia opened her eyes wide and said, "Okay, okay." She held the gold lock, clearly liking it, but soon fell asleep again.
Yu Jiamin chuckled softly. She turned off the light and got into bed. Listening to Yu Jiajia's shallow breathing, her mood became increasingly calm. She recalled the events of the day, confirming that there were no loopholes. It became even quieter outside. The window was gently pushed open. In the end, she couldn't bear to wake Yu Jiajia. She took the gold lock from Jiajia's hand and put it in her pocket. She got up and went out. The three Yu brothers, Yu Songchuan, Yu Jiamin, and Yu Jiajia stood outside suspiciously. After Yu Jiamin locked the door from the inside, the siblings left the courtyard together.
The group went to a restroom a little further away, and then climbed over the back wall of the restroom. They kept a distance from each other and were very cautious, afraid of being followed. Fortunately, no one followed them.
Once they reached the suburbs, the siblings walked together. Yu Songqing asked, "Where's Jiajia? She didn't take anything?"
Yu Jiamin: "I kept a ring and a bracelet, but gave them all to my mom."
The three Yu brothers: ...
When it comes to filial piety, no one can compare to Yu Jiajia.
Yu Songchuan decided not to give the gift he had prepared to his fourth sister yet, lest she give it all to Cheng Xiuying. He would keep it for his fourth sister for now.
The four siblings acted separately. The main reason they came out together was to avoid being followed, but they didn't want the others to know where their treasures were hidden. Such a private matter was best kept to themselves and others.
Yu Songchuan ran a few more kilometers and buried the treasures he had collected that day in a desolate wilderness before heading home.
Cheng Xiuying rolled her eyes. "Finally back. It's my turn to go out."
As dawn broke, Yu Jiamin practiced the Five Animal Frolics several times, working up a sweat and smelling quite foul, but she felt refreshed and very comfortable. Seeing Yu Jiajia sleeping soundly, she made Jiajia do it a few times as well.
Although Yu Jiajia wasn't very strong, her speed and agility were her strengths, allowing her to dodge Zhu Jingsong's attempts to surround her several times. However, her lack of strength is a disadvantage, so she still needs to keep training!
Yu Jiajia couldn't even open her eyes, and her third sister forcibly pulled her off the bed, making her practice the Five Animal Frolics with her.
Yu Jiajia:......
Waaah, she wants to sleep.
She immediately thought of Jin Suo, but when she opened her hands, there was nothing there. She then searched the bed: "Where is my Jin Suo?"
Yu Jiamin laughed: "You were sleeping so soundly that I didn't wake you up. Jin Suo is hidden outside. I'll take you to dig it out in a while. We'll practice the Five Animal Frolics together a couple of times, then take a bath, wash your hair, and have dinner. After dinner, you can catch up on your sleep at home."
Yu Jiajia reached out and hugged Yu Jiamin's arm: "Third sister, you're so kind!"
She followed along and did the Five Animal Frolics twice. She immediately felt light as a feather, full of energy, and a light sweat appeared on her body. "It feels so good after practicing."
Yu Jiamin: "From now on, I'll wake you up every morning to practice together."
Yu Jiajia said coquettishly, "Third sister, I take back what I just said."
The two sisters showered and washed their hair. Yu Jiajia changed into a pale yellow dress with daisies and put on brand-new black calfskin shoes. Her hair was still wet, so she left it loose and then took out a pink hair clip to fasten it. She looked at herself in the mirror and exclaimed, "Pretty! So pretty!"
She's so beautiful; she looks good in anything.
Everyone was sitting under the eaves chatting. The whole family was in great spirits and didn't look like they hadn't slept all night.
Cheng Xiuying: "Sweetie, are you still sleepy? After you eat, you can sleep a little longer. I'll pass on a message to Section Chief Chen for you."
Yu Jiajia: "Okay! Thank you, Mom."
Breakfast was rice with cured pork, which also contained diced ham and carrots. It was fragrant and delicious. Everyone had a bowl, and those who wanted more could have steamed buns made from a mixture of wheat and pork.
Yu Jiajia enjoyed a bowl of cured pork rice and a delicious mushroom soup. After eating and drinking her fill, she started to feel sleepy again.
Yu Songqing was clearing away the dishes when Cheng Xiuying instructed Yu Songchuan, "Don't run around today. Stay home with your fourth sister. I'll make her ham noodles for lunch."
Yu Songchuan: "Mom, don't worry. Even if Fourth Sister goes to the toilet, I'll be waiting outside."
Cheng Xiuying then took two lunch boxes and rode her old bicycle to the hospital to visit Old Man Yu and Old Woman Yu. She also brought the five jin of meat coupons she had promised Kang Wenjuan yesterday, so Kang Wenjuan could just go to the grain station to collect the meat.
Yu Songqing, Yu Songyan, and Yu Jiamin all went along.
Yu Jiajia went back to her room for a nap. Yu Songchuan had nothing to do, so he practiced the Five Animal Frolics in his room. This exercise was very interesting. Every time he finished practicing, he felt that he was one step closer to flying over walls and rooftops. He became more and more addicted to practicing and just hoped to grow up quickly and join the army.
Yu Jiajia finally had a chance to be alone. She carefully examined yesterday's haul. The box of gold and silver was heavy, weighing more than ten kilograms. A small portion of it consisted of Yuan Shikai silver dollars, while the other half was made of gleaming gold, including fifteen large gold bars, twenty small gold bars, and the rest were miscellaneous gold jewelry.
With her previous bargain-hunting at scrap yards and toilets, she is now very wealthy!
She had seen enough, put away all the gold, washed her hands, and then rummaged through her belongings. She wanted to eat snail rice noodles and hot pot, and finally quietly ate two lamb skewers. She rinsed her mouth, wiped her lips, and went to sleep.
When Cheng Xiuying and her three companions arrived at the health center, they found the wards packed with people, all of whom were relatives of the Yu family. Aunts, uncles, and other relatives were all there. The elders were in the wards talking to the elderly, while the younger generation gathered in twos and threes in the corridors to chat.
The house was filled with meat, eggs, pastries, fruits, and other food, all gifts from relatives, piled up together, making it look like a department store.
From afar, you could hear Grandma Yu's hearty laughter, "Oh, old sister, you've come all this way, but why did you bring an old hen? It's a hen that lays eggs, how can I eat it? I'll take it with me later! My second daughter-in-law is so filial, she'll bring me some cured pork rice later."
"Of course! Who can compare to Xiuying! She's both filial and successful. Marrying a wife like that is truly a blessing from one's ancestors."
"I truly admire them! The Hongding family are all great heroes!"
This was truly the first time Cheng Xiuying had ever heard such praise from Old Mrs. Yu! She had never heard such words before; her mother always spoke ill of her family, calling them unfilial, scheming, shrewish, and a waste of her life to have given birth to them, wishing she had just strangled them...
As soon as she approached carrying her things, she was spotted by her sharp-eyed relatives. Someone immediately grabbed her hand and said excitedly, "Oh my, Xiuying, you've finally arrived! You've really given us a boost! You even took down that local tyrant Zhu Jingsong!"
"Xiuying, you really know how to raise children. Songqing and his siblings are all so successful. Where are Jiajia and Songchuan? Why aren't they here? Is Jiajia alright?"
The ward was bustling with activity, filled with praise for Cheng Xiuying and her family. Some people even pushed their own children towards Cheng Xiuying, saying that their children were obedient and filial, and hoping that Cheng Xiuying could promote their children.
Cheng Xiuying also praised the child, saying that he was good-looking and promising, but she would not promote him and that everything should be done in accordance with the factory's rules.
Some people even recommended their own nephews, nieces, and cousins on the spot. Some were around the same age as Yu Songyan, some were similar to Yu Songyan, and others were close to the age of Yu Jiamin and Yu Jiajia. They all implied that they would like to "meet them if they have the chance" and even said that "if they get along well, the bride price is negotiable".
Cheng Xiuying refused outright.
A shrewd-looking middle-aged woman interjected, "My nephew is very well-off. Both his parents work, and he's good-looking too. He said he doesn't mind that Jiamin was bullied before. Even if... even if she really is pregnant, she can just get rid of the child. He absolutely cannot raise that Zhu man's child!"
Before she could finish speaking, Old Mrs. Yu leaped out of bed and slapped the woman several times across the face, yelling, "You gossipy, heartless bastard! Your mouth is full of filth! My granddaughter is innocent, and you've made her out to be like this? You think you can ruin her with these few dirty words? No way! Her grandfather, uncle, aunt, and brothers were all here! When my granddaughter was hit, we saw things were getting out of hand and immediately rushed out to get help!" She shouted, "Songqing, Songyan! Teach that whole family a lesson, and see who dares to talk nonsense again!"
The middle-aged woman screamed in pain as she was beaten, and her husband and son, unable to dodge in time, were also beaten.
No one dared to stop them, and they made way for the Yu family to beat them up.
This guy has a really foul mouth. He tries to ruin Yu Jiamin's reputation with his mouth. He deserves to be beaten. Everyone else chimed in, cursing the whole family.
Grandma Yu was finally relieved. Looking at her nephew's family, she said, "Get out! I'll let you off this time for your parents' sake. But if you ever come near me again, I'll beat you every time I see you." She then said to everyone, "You should all go home now. Nowadays, we value freedom of marriage and don't allow arranged marriages. Besides, our Yu family believes in establishing a career before starting a family, so we're not in a hurry to get married."
They also asked everyone to take all the food and drinks they brought back with them.
Everyone left their belongings behind and refused to take them with them.
The Yu family is about to soar to great heights, and they can't wait to cultivate relationships with them.
Having a relative who is an official makes people look at you with more respect. If you ever need anything in the future, it's always easier to get things done by asking the Yu family than by asking a stranger.
Cheng Xiuying still gave most of the things to everyone, basically keeping two eggs, two pieces of pastry, a handful of melon seeds and peanuts, etc., which is the amount she would bring when visiting patients.
Now is not the time to accept gifts.
Grandma Yu was heartbroken. This was all thanks to her. After the outsiders left, her face fell: "This is all thanks to me, not you! What right do you have to make decisions for me?"
Cheng Xiuying: "Mom, the investigation into Zhu Jinsong's despicable deeds is not yet complete, and those victims are still waiting in the county government compound to seek justice. And you're already throwing a victory celebration and enjoying the fruits of victory?"
Grandma Yu: ...
Old Man Yu: "Xiuying is right, we can't accept this."
Cheng Xiuying: "Father, Mother, you must be hungry too. Let's eat first."
As soon as the two lunchboxes of cured pork rice were opened, Grandma Yu immediately said, "What I mean is, you don't need to return them for me! I can return all of these things myself!" She picked up the lunchbox and started eating. It was all cured pork and diced ham. It smelled so good!
Why argue? Anyway, Cheng Xiuying won't let them go hungry.
Kang Wenjuan and her husband also came, bringing four large meat buns for the elderly couple. They prided themselves on being filial and certainly couldn't come empty-handed, so they also brought their four-year-old son, Huaiyuan, saying, "Mom and Dad, you're bored in the hospital, so I'm leaving Huaiyuan here to keep you entertained."
Grandma Yu said, "My dear grandson, come here to your great-grandmother, let's eat cured pork rice together." She glanced at Cheng Xiuying, afraid that she wouldn't let her grandson eat.
Yu Huaiyuan ran over, climbed onto the hospital bed, and took a big bite of the cured pork rice. His eyes narrowed with delight at the aroma. "Delicious, delicious!"
Cheng Xiuying ignored her and handed five jin of meat coupons to Kang Wenjuan, saying, "Sister-in-law, we'll go to work now." She also left some money coupons for the old man and woman, telling them to get lunch at the canteen and that she would deliver food to them in the evening.
As soon as she stepped out of the health center, Cheng Xiuying hurriedly hopped on her bicycle and headed straight for the factory, leaving Yu Songqing to go by himself.
Today, the glory of the steel rolling mill belongs to Cheng Xiuying!
On the way to the factory, people recognized her from time to time, calling out "Section Chief Cheng" repeatedly, their tone revealing heartfelt respect and admiration.
For his daughter, for justice, and for the many people who dared not speak out, Section Chief Cheng resolutely brought down Zhu Jingsong, who had been entrenched for many years.
She has transcended the role of an ordinary section chief and become a symbol of courage and hope.
Cheng Xiuying nodded slightly to the crowd and continued riding her bicycle. In her heart, she was already overjoyed. Oh, if she were riding Little Green with Sibao on the back, it would be even more wonderful.
However, Sibao is too tired and needs to rest well.
She had to bear this hardship alone.
I hope we can find Xiao Lü soon!
Yu Songqing watched his mother's glory from afar, but didn't get a single bit of it. Instead, he was blocked at the factory gate by a man who tearfully accused Yu Songqing of ruining Lu Xiaoqing: "How dare you frame Xiaoqing! She's such a kind person, how could you do this to her? Go and explain things to them, and let her go right now!"
Yu Songqing felt a burning itch whenever he heard Lu Xiaoqing's name. He glanced at the other person and said, "Who are you? Her boyfriend? You're quite infatuated. Lu Xiaoqing is an enemy agent, and you're still running around for her. Are you her accomplice? Are you also eager to go in and be with her?"
The man's face turned pale instantly, and he ran away without looking back.
Yu Songqing scoffed, a hint of infatuation in his voice, but not much. He shouted, "Don't run away! You can be a pair of lovestruck enemy agents inside!"
If Lu Xiaoqing wrote that letter, she's finished. The label of "enemy spy" is now permanently attached to her. A true patriot would never write such vile and obscene language. Even if she only intended to frame Yu Songqing, once it's written in black and white, there's no room for further explanation.
There's no reason for Grandpa Wang to falsely accuse a complete stranger. Since he identified her, it means they must have known each other before, and the letter was indeed written by Lu Xiaoqing.
When Lu Xiaoqing is being criticized and denounced, Yu Songqing will definitely go and smash a few rotten eggs and leaves!
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