After the apprenticeship ceremony ended, the master told everyone that he had asked someone to pack up food from a state-run restaurant so he could treat everyone to a meal to celebrate taking on a disciple.
The village chief and the brigade leader wanted to refuse, but they stayed for the master, since he was a witness and had to stay for a meal.
The sound of a car came from outside, and a man walked in through the gate, carrying a package of groceries. Dishes were laid out on the table one by one: sliced steamed buns, braised pork belly, twice-cooked pork, cold pig's ear salad, stir-fried kelp with glass noodles, scrambled eggs with tomatoes, and stir-fried cabbage. Everyone agreed that this was a feast even during the Spring Festival.
After the meal, the village chief and the others left first, as they had to oversee construction work in the afternoon. The three uncles, who also had official duties, also took their leave. Only Su Xingran's family remained. "Xingran, come and learn from your master tomorrow. School starts in about ten days." "Okay, Master, I'll come tomorrow morning. I'll go back with my parents now."
Xingran, take the candy from the table and share it with your friends who play with you, and also with the families who are close to your parents. I reckon by now, more than half the villagers know that today is your apprenticeship ceremony.
Master, we didn't encounter anyone on the way here. Xingran's uncle who just delivered vegetables must have attracted attention. If the village chief and the brigade leader were to leave from here, others would also question them.
I've already spoken to the village chief and the others. There's no need to hide it. Anyway, when you come to study here, the villagers will find out. Rather than letting them speculate and cause trouble, it's better to just let them know directly.
Su Xingran instantly understood. Not everyone in the village was good; some people had rather unhealthy minds. That made sense. No wonder her master had invited the village chief and brigade leader today. That way, if anyone said anything, the village chief and brigade leader would be witnesses, along with the town mayor, the commune secretary, and the police captain. With these people present, those who wanted to cause trouble and slander wouldn't dare to act recklessly.
The chef is so thoughtful; he's covered all the possible scenarios. You're amazing, chef! I'll take the candy and share it. You can rest for a bit; I'll come back tomorrow. Dr. Huang, Xingran and I will be leaving now. Thank you so much for today.
Su Xingran and her parents didn't encounter anyone on their way home; it was already time for them to go to work in the fields. However, just as they were nearing their house, they ran into Aunt Jiazhu, who lived not far away. Everyone called her Aunt Jiazhu.
"Aunt Jiazhu," Su Xingran greeted her. Aunt Jiazhu was a kind and warm-hearted person, and Su's mother was quite close to her. Aunt Jiazhu had a younger brother and sister who both enjoyed going up the mountain with Su Xingran to find wild vegetables and fruits.
Xingran, Guomin, and Huilan, where did you three go? Xiaomei, we went to Doctor Huang's house. Today is Xingran's apprenticeship ceremony; Doctor Huang accepted Xingran as his disciple. Su's mother thought Doctor Huang was right; there was no need to hide anything, since everyone would find out anyway.
"Oh, that's great! Your Xingran is smart, gets good grades, and is reliable. She helps you and your husband with chores after school, making things easy for you both. Dr. Huang is a highly skilled doctor; if Xingran studies under him and is willing to work hard, she'll definitely succeed." Aunt Jiazhu genuinely admires Su Xingran; after all, Su Xingran grew up under her watchful eye, and she knows what kind of person she is.
Xiaomei, what are you saying? But this child is quite easy to take care of. What happens next is up to her. Su's mother smiled, her eyes crinkling into slits. She opened the bag of candy, grabbed a handful, and gave it to Aunt Jiazhu. "Xiaomei, take these candies back home and sweeten the two children's mouths."
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