Chapter 201: Never Lose to Familiar People
Lin Xiaotong recently felt that her appetite had improved since the beginning of summer, and she had even gained weight on her arms.
Her skin is also a little whiter than before, and she can finish a whole plate of sugar-coated tomatoes made by Gao Xiulan by herself.
A while ago, her aunt Jing Qian accompanied her to visit the small courtyard at Peking University. The person who rented the house took good care of it and kept the courtyard spotless.
If I'm lucky, I'll have the chance to stay here tomorrow.
Zhou Zhixi and Tong Wan are now working at Tsinghua University, which is next to Peking University. Since his parents came back, Hu Tou has become more mischievous than before.
The Xie family had agreed to go to the park to take photos this weekend. For this purpose, Gao Xiulan used the salary she had earned from her previous substitute shift to take the whole family to get their hair cut.
Mr. Xie just shaved his hair short, and female comrades just trimmed their hair shorter.
Lin Xiaotong's hair used to grow below her collarbone, which was a bit long, so this time she simply cut it much shorter, making her hair short and fluffy.
The bangs that were previously straight were all trimmed to one side this time, revealing a smooth forehead and magnifying a pair of big, bright black eyes. At first glance, she looks like a lively and pretty girl.
He is tall, has fair skin, and has handsome features. He looks full of energy even when wearing a simple white shirt and black pants.
On the way back, Gao Xiulan touched her short hair with her hand, with a smile on her eyebrows.
"Xiaotong, why didn't I see you wearing the light-colored floral dress before? These are just right for you little girls.
She had that skirt made for me at the beginning of the spring. It was made of light green plaid material.
The top has a small round collar, and more fabric is used on the sleeves to create a slightly puffy pleated look. There is also a belt of the same color at the back waist.
She saw that Xia Yue from the Xia family next door had worn several skirts. From time to time, she saw this girl sitting in the back seat of the car of the second son of the Zhou family. When her skirt brushed against her, she could smell its fragrance.
"Mom, I usually ride my bike so fast, and if I wear a skirt I'm afraid I'll get caught in it. That would be so heartbreaking."
"Wear it when you go to the park. It's not too far away anyway. You can ask your dad to take more pictures of you in a skirt."
"Okay, so what should Mom wear?"
"I'll wear the one with flowers. The material looks festive."
"Xiu Lan, it just goes with the sandals Xiao Tong bought you last time."
When Xie Da Jiao said this, Gao Xiulan, who was sitting in the back seat of the car, grinned even wider.
"You are the same, kid. You always buy these for me and make me look like an old monster."
"No, those sandals are perfect for you, mom."
"Old Xie, you should also wear that short-sleeved white shirt of yours, it will definitely look good in photos."
"OK."
Before the day of going to the park arrived, Gao Xiulan had already arranged clothes for the three of them to wear.
"The other families in the compound will definitely go together. This time, our whole family must show the spirit of the Xie family."
It is better to lose face than to lose the game, and it is even more important to save face in front of acquaintances.
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This time they were going to the park to take photos, and the three people in the compound were already prepared. Each family took out the clothes that were kept in the bottom of the closet. Some of the wrinkled ones were ironed with hot water in round cans.
The Zhou family and the Qian family came to the Xie family to discuss asking Xiaotong to help take pictures. Of course, they would pay for the film and the photos.
After asking Lin Xiaotong for her opinion, Gao Xiulan agreed and agreed that each family could only take three photos.
The next day, Gao Xiulan received a few eggs from these two families, and she accepted them without hesitation.
This matter also reached Diao Yulian's ears, and she realized that the Xie family actually had a camera. They really knew how to show off.
But then she thought again, they were all from the same courtyard, so helping to take a few photos would be a piece of cake, and she didn't even think about paying for it out of her own pocket.
Jin Qiaofeng, Guan Lamei and Yang Shujuan from the front yard also came over and asked if they could pay to take a few photos.
Lin Xiaotong counted the rolls of film in her hand. Xie Yi bought three rolls last time and used almost half of them on the island.
When I was taking the train back from Guangzhou, I had planned to buy a few more rolls, but time was too tight and I missed it. I only received the two rolls of film sent back by Xie Yi last week.
She thought about it and agreed, and also wanted three tickets for the family.
The next day, Ernengzi came to the door carrying a big watermelon, Xia Yue brought a small bottle of sorghum wine, and Guan Dongliang also brought a big bowl of braised noodles with beans and shredded pork at noon.
While Xie Da Jiao was soaking watermelon by the pool, she said, "I've been benefiting from Xiaotong these past few days."
Gao Xiulan took a few eggs and made some loofah egg drop soup: "Fortunately, the people in our compound are not arrogant. It's not a big deal to interact with people who know their limits."
You want to use her things for no reason? Who do you think you are? Even Zhang Dazui, who was her closest friend, didn't ask for this.
A man lives by his face, a tree by its bark. This alleyway compound prides itself on being a respectable place, but if you go too far, gossip will immediately follow.
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Fortunately, the day we went out to the park to take pictures was a sunny day. We set out in the morning, and everyone locked their doors before leaving.
They were all dressed in decent clothes, holding a kettle in their hands, standing with their backs straight, waiting for people at the gate of the courtyard.
"Tiger Head, are you okay?"
"Here I come, grandma, I'm coming."
"Donggua, why is there so much yellow mud on your car? Hurry up and wash it with water. It's so dirty."
"Mom, I just painted it."
"Oh my god, why did you choose this color? It's so ugly, it hurts my eyes just looking at it."
"Mom, this is what my uncle took me to change."
"Xiaoyu, your hair has grown longer again. The back of your neck is covered with prickly heat."
"Mom, I'll get a haircut as soon as I get back. My hair is too thick. I want it thinner this time."
Xiaohui's mother next door looked at this situation, stretched her neck to peek outside, but couldn't help but ask.
"Hey, Gao Xiulan, what are you guys doing in the compound today? You're dressed so nicely."
"Let's go to the park. Aren't the lotus flowers blooming? I'll go see them if I have time."
"Let's go see the lotus flowers. Your compound is really bored."
"Hey, why are your legs shaking? Do you have a cramp?"
Xiaohui's mother looked down and was shocked.
"Gao Xiulan, you're actually still wearing sandals. You're really willing to give up. These are not cheap."
"You know, I couldn't bear to buy them. They were all bought by my Xiaotong. You can tell me that this child's hands are big. They cost several dollars a pair. I bought them just by saying so."
Lin Xiaotong, with a cloth bag slung over her shoulder, was acting like a spendthrift Tong again. She smiled without saying a word, quietly waiting for praise.
"What you said is true. You really don't know how to enjoy your blessings. If I could find a daughter-in-law like Xiaotong, I would wake up with a smile in my sleep at night."
"This child is so thoughtful. Look, this coat of mine was also bought by Xiaotong. The pattern won't fade even after washing."
As they were talking, the Wu family from the west also followed, and Diao Yulian also came wearing fashionable clothes.
The money she spent was the alimony sent back by her eldest daughter Wu Chunyan. After receiving the money, she went out the next day to buy herself a set of fabrics.
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