living room.
Everyone sat down in a row, and Su Ying distributed the gifts, taking them downstairs to give to everyone.
First, some tonics and medicinal herbs were given to Grandpa Qin and Miao Ruxiu, who were sitting to the side with smiles on their faces.
The two elderly people accepted it, along with a century-old ginseng that was in the same condition as last time.
“Kid, it must be hard to find a ginseng root that's a hundred years old, right? Your grandfather and I haven’t even finished the last one. We occasionally cut off a small piece and soak it in water to drink. After drinking it, we’re full of energy.”
"This thing must be expensive, right? Has your secret stash of money run out, sweetie?"
Qin Yu and Du Nan sat not far away and picked up the century-old ginseng in the wooden box.
“This stuff doesn’t look cheap. Last time, a seriously wounded soldier needed a piece of century-old ginseng to keep him alive, so I asked my dad to cut off a small piece. He gave me a lot of thanks and saved my life.”
Du Nan nodded. She had gone with them; someone who was on the verge of death had been given a second chance at life, so how could it not be expensive?
"Yes, yes, yes. I heard this thing is very expensive, and there's no market for it."
"Yingying, where did you get this from?"
Knowing she couldn't hide it any longer, Su Ying confessed honestly, "These century-old ginsengs weren't found by me; they're treasures that my grandmother preserved over many years of her medical practice."
"I'm so young, it's useless for me to have it. I'll just use it to help my grandparents stay healthy and live a long life."
Qin Tianxiong and Miao Ruxiu listened to this granddaughter they had taken in halfway through their lives. Logically speaking, this child was almost twenty years old. The Qin family hadn't raised her much; she had grown up eating food from the Su family.
This child is kind-hearted; she reciprocates kindness to anyone who treats her well.
"What a good child. Your in-laws have raised and educated you very well."
Gu Sinian stood to the side and pulled her into his arms. "Of course. My Yingying has always been very good."
Qin Tianxiong nodded, his voice choked with emotion, "It's very kind. Child, your grandmother and I appreciate your kindness, but this was left to you by your maternal grandmother, and you're just giving it to us like this... It's not right..."
"It's alright. These century-old ginsengs will only be effective if they are used properly. Besides, my grandmother left me quite a few other precious medicinal herbs."
"So your trip to Si Nian and Shanghai was all because of these precious medicinal herbs?"
Su Ying nodded awkwardly, "Yes. I've hidden quite a few of them. We don't need them now, and keeping them at home would be too conspicuous. My identity is already sensitive, so I can't openly keep these things at home; it would implicate you."
Qin Tianxiong and Miao Ruxiu didn't take it seriously at all. "It's no problem. If you can't hide it, just have Grandpa and Grandma hide it for you. The Qin family hasn't dared to come in and search yet."
Gu Sinian helped cover for her; if the Qin family continued to question her like this, his wife wouldn't be able to handle it.
All the precious medicinal herbs were stored in the space. There were indeed quite a few. Su Ying took advantage of the spare time to put all the medicinal herbs into the space for preservation, which is how these precious medicinal herbs were preserved.
According to Grandpa Su's last wishes, all of the Su family's property should be handed over to the state, just to ensure that his granddaughter has a good place to live.
Contrary to expectations, Su Ying was assigned to Willow Tree Village. He knew better than anyone what the conditions were like in Willow Tree Village.
The matter is over, and there's no point in dwelling on it any longer.
“Those things are all still in Shanghai. We’ve hidden them very well. Bringing them back to Beijing would probably cause more trouble.”
Qin Tianxiong and Miao Ruxiu looked at each other, pretending that we hadn't said anything and glossing over the matter.
It's already lucky to manage to bring back one or two precious medicinal herbs while things are in disarray; how could anyone possibly bring back everything? If they manage to catch them, it'll be hard to explain.
Gu Sinian was very good at reading people's expressions. Seeing that the two old people did not continue to ask about the whereabouts of the medicinal herbs, he wisely shut his mouth and did not continue the topic.
Seeing that the matter was resolved and no one suspected anything, Su Ying secretly breathed a sigh of relief. It was best that only she and her husband knew about the space.
Skipping this step, Su Ying presented the gifts to her eldest uncle and aunt according to their seniority.
Qin Yu took his first share, which was a Shanghai-brand watch, and rubbed it on his hand with great care.
"This watch isn't cheap, is it, kid?"
"It's not expensive at all, as long as Uncle likes it."
“I love it! I love it so much. I’ve wanted to buy a Shanghai-brand watch for a long time, but your aunt thought it was too expensive. She just wouldn’t buy it for me and bought me the cheapest one at the supply and marketing cooperative.”
Du Nan was taken aback. She had just received the gift from Su Ying when she was unexpectedly scolded by her husband.
Upon opening it, I found another Shanghai-brand women's watch. "You're such a spendthrift! Buying one is already extravagant enough, but you bought two. How much money is that? You shouldn't waste your money like this."
“You’re about to give birth, and there will be so many places where you’ll need money. Be careful with your spending, and listen to your aunt.”
“These Shanghai-made hands are already very expensive, and we’re all willing to buy them. But you, kid, just throw away two yuan worth. Are you burning money?”
"How much are those two Shanghai-brand watches? Your aunt will return them to you later."
Su Ying waved her hand, "No need, no need. Shanghai brand watches are very expensive in Beijing, but very cheap in Shanghai. They are local brands, so many fees can be saved. So it really wasn't expensive when I bought it. You don't need to give me the money again, it's too formal."
"Okay, okay. I'll do whatever you say. If you have any difficulties in the future, just ask your aunt. I'll definitely help you solve anything I can."
"Thank you, Auntie."
Fearing they might feel guilty, he deliberately said, "Actually, Shanghai brand watches, whether men's or women's, aren't expensive in Shanghai. Si Nian and I actually wanted to buy one for each of you on this trip, but unfortunately we don't have the necessary ration coupons."
Qin Chengze and Qin Chengen shook their heads repeatedly. They dared not accept it. Did they not know how expensive Shanghai brand watches were?
Even local Shanghai brands aren't much cheaper.
The two watches have already cost the couple a lot of their savings, and each of them has one. With all the money spent on watches, how are they going to make ends meet?
"No need. No need. Big brother has a watch to wear."
Qin Chengen nodded, "Yes, yes, yes. Second brother too. I already have a watch, and it's not broken, so I don't need to get a new one."
If they don't say that, they're afraid this silly little sister will be too honest and will bring them watches again next time she has a watch voucher, which would be such a waste of money.
My younger sister is already married and has a child, and she'll be having another baby soon. Those of us who have been through it all know how much it costs to have and raise a child.
Qin Yu picked up the Shanghai-brand watch, deliberately walked up to Qin Chengze and Qin Chengen, waved it around, and said something silly.
"What's the use of having a son? I haven't seen you buy a watch to show your respect to your father all these years."
"She's not as filial or considerate as my niece. Why am I not as lucky as my second brother, who also has such a well-behaved daughter?"
"I had three sons, and not one of them gave me any peace of mind. I'm so angry I'm practically fuming."
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