Chapter 11: Rain or Shine
The military wives all thought in their hearts that Song Yanzhou looked really scary and fierce, even scarier than their own men, and it was frightening to just look at him.
They looked at Ye Mu again, thinking that if Ye Mu disobeyed one day and Song Yanzhou started to teach his wife a lesson, Ye Mu would probably not be able to withstand a few blows.
The soldier who was being scolded didn't even dare to raise his head in front of him, let alone have any momentum. If his ability to withstand pressure was weaker, Ye Mu felt that he might be scolded to tears by Song Yanzhou.
Seeing that the soldier couldn't bear it any longer, he looked at Ye Mu for help. Ye Mu was stunned for a moment. Song Yanzhou noticed his little move and asked in a stern voice: "Who are you looking at?!"
The soldier quickly lowered his head. He really didn't feel that he was driving too fast or too aggressively. Wasn't this how he practiced driving before?
It was also the first time for him to drive the military wives out. They took turns driving, and he also heard others telling him to drive slower. He obviously drove slower, but he drove more steadily than when he was practicing.
The soldier did hear a few military wives complaining jokingly when they got off the bus, but he could only blame the uneven road in his heart.
It just so happened that this soldier was a newcomer to Song Yanzhou's team. If it was someone else's soldier, Song Yanzhou might not have been so strict with him.
Today, Xiaobing regretted rushing to drive the car to send his sister-in-law off.
Ye Mu rubbed her butt. After receiving the soldier's gaze, she found it hard to ignore the request for help in his eyes.
So he reached out and grabbed the corner of Song Yanzhou's clothes.
Just as Song Yanzhou was about to continue speaking, his clothes were pulled twice, and he had to shut his mouth and turn to look at Ye Mu.
Ye Mu just looked at him, and Song Yanzhou remained silent in the face of her clear gaze. Finally, he asked the soldier to go back and run laps as punishment.
The soldier saluted and answered loudly. He would rather practice more than face Song Yanzhou's cold look. The captain was too scary.
The soldier happily got into the car and drove away.
I thought that the captain would be easier to talk to now that I have a sister-in-law. My sister-in-law is so nice.
Song Yanzhou took Ye Mu to buy the wardrobe that Ye Mu needed, and then bought some things that she might need, such as the vanishing cream that he had seen other military wives use to wipe their hands and faces, and bought new towels...
He took a look at Ye Mu's disheveled hair and bought a comb and some hair ties.
Song Yanzhou doesn't talk much, but he looks quite intimidating in his military uniform and he's good-looking. Although he speaks coldly, he always says hello first when he speaks, which shows that he is very well-educated and polite.
He bought a lot of things, and the salesperson's face was smiling at Song Yanzhou like a flower.
There were a lot of people there. Ye Mu followed him closely and was shocked when he saw the money and receipts he paid for buying things.
She took the envelope that Ye Qianjun gave her. She had checked it before and found that in addition to the money from this world, there were also tickets. Ye Mu was wondering what these tickets were used for.
Now I know that I need a ticket to buy things.
From what other people asked and the salesperson's answer, it seems that you can't buy it without a ticket.
Ye Mu was a little surprised that Song Yanzhou wanted to buy her clothes, shoes and so on. This man was too thoughtful, although she followed him out today just to see if he could buy her a few sets of clothes.
The two of them squeezed in and out, and when they came out of the department store, Ye Mu felt that the air was a little fresher.
Then I watched the crowds of people still flowing towards the department store like a tide. People were crowded together at the door, and there were people specifically maintaining order.
This is horrible, is this how you buy things?
The large items were not brought out now, so Song Yanzhou registered with the salesperson and arranged to pick them up in the afternoon.
The pockets in his hands were now filled with Ye Mu's clothes, shoes and daily necessities.
Song Yanzhou even bought her her own basin, bucket, cup, etc. It can be said that he had everything, and Ye Mu himself didn't even think so carefully.
He was carrying things, and Ye Mu followed him, thinking that they had finished shopping today. However, he brought these things to a door and knocked on it. After a while, a child ran out. This family seemed to know Song Yanzhou. Behind the child was an old woman with a hunched back. She looked at Ye Mu behind Song Yanzhou with surprise:
"Is this girl your girlfriend?"
For someone who didn't know that Song Yanzhou was married, Song Yanzhou was silent for a moment and put his things down first:
"It's my wife."
"Granny Han, I'll leave the things with you for a while. She just came over and has some things to buy. It's not convenient to carry them with her."
"Okay, leave it here and I'll keep an eye on it for you. An Guo was still talking about you a few days ago. Do you want to have lunch before leaving?"
Song Yanzhou shook his head: "Time is tight, I have to go back and clean up the house later."
Besides, Han An's family was not wealthy, and if he and Ye Mu stayed for dinner, it would definitely cause trouble for them, so Song Yanzhou naturally would not agree.
Granny Han didn't force it and promised that she would take good care of these things, so that Song Yanzhou could go about his work with peace of mind.
Song Yanzhou took Ye Mu away and went to the supply and marketing cooperative. As expected, there were a lot of people at the door. Seeing the huge crowd, Ye Mu immediately didn't want to squeeze in. Song Yanzhou took two steps and found that she didn't keep up with him, so he frowned slightly:
"Ye Mu, be obedient."
His voice was a little cold, probably trying to scare her into following him obediently.
Ye Mu shook his head, not only did he not move forward, he also took a step back.
“A lot of people.”
She looked at him and said three words.
Moreover, the sun was already at its highest point, and it was extremely hot for the people exposed to the sun. The people crowded inside were almost sweating all over. She saw that the backs of several people's clothes were wet.
I really don't want to get close to her.
Song Yanzhou also looked hot in his military uniform, so Ye Mu hid in the shade.
Song Yanzhou took a look and although there was a queue, the order was very poor and it was inevitable that he would be squeezed when he went in.
He was a little embarrassed, because he actually wanted to buy some food for Ye Mu that could nourish his body, such as canned food.
Maybe he should have left Ye Mu at Grandma Han's place since she had already bought the clothes.
"Then stand here and don't go anywhere. Wait for me to come out, and don't go with anyone else."
Ye Mu nodded, and Song Yanzhou breathed a sigh of relief, although he was still a little worried. Fortunately, she followed him out. Although she didn't talk much and ignored others, as the only person she knew, she would respond to him when he talked to her.
It's not difficult to get along with him, and he is really obedient.
No one dared to cut in line with Song Yanzhou, so he entered relatively quickly. Ye Mu was waiting at the edge of the crowd. Suddenly, someone tugged at the corner of her clothes. Ye Mu looked down and saw it was a child.
The skinny little girl looked at her and whispered:
"Sister, are you buying flowers?"
"Very beautiful flowers. My grandma takes good care of them. She's over there..."
Ye Mu looked around and saw an old man holding a small pot of roses not far away.
She dodged, but looked at Ye Mu, then disappeared from her sight and hid in an alley nearby.
Roses are indeed beautiful, especially the old lady's pot of roses with so many flowers that they are very eye-catching even from a distance.
But Ye Mu estimated that in this era, no one would spend money on buying flowers. She saw that they all spent it on food, clothing, housing and transportation.
Until her autism is completely cured, she can help pass the time by growing flowers at home.
Moreover, she couldn't resist the almost begging gaze of the cub.
Ye Mu turned his head to look at the crowded entrance of the supply and marketing cooperative, but did not see Song Yanzhou coming out. He squatted down and talked to the child:
"Go and bring it to me. I won't go over."
Then she fished out the envelope from her pocket, took out a two-dollar bill and handed it to the little girl.
"Is this enough?"
Although the denomination seemed small to her, judging from what Song Yanzhou had purchased in the morning, these two yuan were no small amount of money.
Money in this era is very valuable and has obviously not depreciated due to inflation.
The little girl looked around in panic and pulled Ye Mu forward.
Ye Mu was a little surprised. She looked inside the supply and marketing cooperative, wondering what Song Yanzhou was buying and why it took him so long.
Then he followed the little girl forward.
Although he has learned that the crime rate of human traffickers in this world is relatively high due to the backward development of the times, Ye Mu can ensure his own safety.
The martial arts learned in the interstellar world were certainly not learned in vain. Among the scientific researchers, the more outstanding and top-notch they are, the more dangerous they are. Ye Mu had to learn some things to defend himself.
It would be nice if she could get a gun in her hands. She would try to get some materials to make one herself when she had the chance.
The little girl brought Ye Mu to the old woman, then ran out again, as if she was running and playing wildly on the street.
Ye Mu looked more like he was just taking a break.
She became alert and looked at the old lady in front of her and said:
"Selling flowers?"
"Yes, yes, girl, you can give some..." The old lady's voice sounded dry and hoarse, as if she was shouting.
She spoke to Ye Mu very humbly, her hands trembling as she held the flower. Ye Mu was silent for a moment, and the old lady hurriedly explained: "The old man at home is sick, and this flower is not worth much. You can give it as you see fit, even a dime is fine."
This flower is indeed not valuable, but the family is really short of money. She thought it looked beautiful and wanted to give it a try, just in case a little girl liked it.
However, when she went to the black market, no one was interested. Those people were naturally going there to buy food, meat and vegetables, and would not spend money on this thing.
Can't even change it.
This was carefully planted by her daughter in her early years.
Ye Mu still handed over the two-yuan bill, then took the flowers from her hand and turned away.
The old lady behind her was so excited that her eyes were wet. After thanking her profusely, she even superstitiously chanted the word "female Bodhisattva" in a low voice.
Now the whole family can live a good life for a while. At least I can get through it.
Song Yanzhou came out after buying some things, but when he didn't find Ye Mu, his heart skipped a beat and a serious and cold look appeared on his face. He was about to ask people nearby when he saw a familiar figure out of the corner of his eye.
Under the scorching sun, Ye Mu was walking in the shade on the street holding a small pot of flowers. Song Yanzhou was almost sweating profusely when he came out of the supply and marketing cooperative. He immediately walked over with the things in his hand.
The heat wave was flowing through the street. Ye Mu fanned herself and saw Song Yanzhou coming. She simply stood there and waited for him to come over and did not move.
Song Yanzhou was obviously very angry:
"Why are you running around?"
Ye Mu looked at him, then raised the flower in his hand in front of him. The scent of roses rushed into his nose in the hot air on the street. Song Yanzhou turned his head slightly, and Ye Mu said:
"flower."
Song Yanzhou pursed his lips and wanted to scold her to let her know the seriousness of the matter, but he didn't know how to open his mouth. Besides, she looked like she wouldn't listen to his scolding at all.
Maybe he would scare people away, which would then be even more trouble for him.
He didn't want to talk anymore, so he just said, "Let's go."
I won’t bring her out next time.
Song Yanzhou led Ye Mu forward. Ye Mu followed him holding a pot of flowers. He didn't know where they were going, but he was the one making all the arrangements.
She was a little hungry, it had been the whole morning.
Just as he was thinking this, Song Yanzhou said:
"Let's go to the state-owned restaurant to eat first, and then we'll go back."
He guessed Ye Mu should be hungry. Although he was not hungry, it was getting late and it was time for lunch.
Ye Mu remembered that he hadn't bought the things he wanted to buy yet:
"letter."
Song Yanzhou turned and looked at her, "What letter?"
Ye Mu said: "Writing letters, paper, and stamps."
She simplified her words, making it sound like an autistic person who couldn't communicate, but in fact she gave the other person all the key information.
Song Yanzhou could naturally understand it directly and was stunned for a moment. She could write a letter?
Who is it for?
"Then go to the post office first."
You can stop by the post office on the way to the State-owned Hotel from here.
No matter who she wrote to, Song Yanzhou would not ask, unless... she still wanted to do what those spies asked her to do before.
Not ruling out this possibility, Song Yanzhou was very worried that she might have formed a habit of sending letters to them? Or is it to convey a message?
He would be alert and attentive, and he would personally mail the letter written by Ye Mu.
But it was a bit surprising to him that she could read.
After I bought the necessary stamps, envelopes and stationery at the post office, it suddenly started to rain as I came out.
The summer showers came quickly and the rain was heavy, hitting the buildings with a crackling sound. After staying in the rain for less than a minute, Ye Mu was soaked like a drowned rat.
Song Yanzhou had not expected to encounter such a situation. He quickly put down the things in his hands, took off his military jacket and put it on her head. Then he picked up the things, put his arm around her shoulders and ran to the store in front.
The streets were full of people running to avoid the rain. Ye Mu was held in Song Yanzhou's strong hands, and he was also the one who kept him running fast. He ran very fast and was a little out of breath after hiding under the eaves.
Song Yanzhou looked at her clothes that were sticking to her body, outlining her curves, and quickly pulled up his coat to cover her.
Ye Mu: “…”
In fact, his white shirt was more exposed than hers after it got wet, and the girls who were hiding from the rain nearby all blushed when they saw it.
The rain continued to fall for more than ten minutes before it stopped. The sun came out from the clouds and a rainbow bridge appeared over the street.
“There’s a rainbow!!”
A child's voice sounded. Ye Mu looked around and then looked at Song Yanzhou.
Song Yanzhou walked forward and Ye Mu followed. As soon as they arrived at the entrance of the state-owned hotel, they met an acquaintance.
He couldn't be considered an acquaintance, but he was someone who met Ye Mu once on the train.
The gentle man with a briefcase and glasses who was almost held hostage on the train.
Seeing Ye Mu, the gentleman was pleasantly surprised and greeted Ye Mu:
"What a coincidence! I haven't thanked you properly in the car before. Today I will treat you to a meal as a thank you!"
The man with him looked a little older, but Song Yanzhou actually knew him. The gentleman greeted Ye Mu, and Song Yanzhou greeted the old man behind the gentleman:
"Mr. Xu."
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