“I’ll go with you to the town government in a couple of days to get the third child registered in your household.”
Ruan Mingyuan, as if avoiding a plague, finished speaking to Luo Xiaoxue and then helped Huang Ling away.
Lu Siqiao got up from the hospital bed and bowed to the elderly doctor Song Heming in front of her, saying, "Grandpa Doctor, thank you for saving Siqiao. I will repay you."
Song Heming tapped her forehead and said with a wry smile, "You little rascal, your mother was so cruel. From now on, live well with your aunt."
Before Lu Mingyuan and his wife arrived at the hospital, Lu Siqiao found Song Heming and asked him to help her put on a show.
Although she had a pitiful background, Song Heming did not want to meddle in her affairs.
To everyone's surprise, after he finished his rounds and returned, he agreed to cooperate with Lu Siqiao.
"When Cheng, who donated blood for you yesterday, learned about your family's predicament, he generously helped you pay your medical expenses." Song Heming looked at Lu Siqiao with affection and admonished her, "When you grow up, you must also learn to do good deeds and never forget your roots."
Lu Siqiao nodded, secretly engraving Cheng Ze's reputation in her heart.
In the afternoon, Luo Xiaoxue completed the discharge procedures for her, and the family returned to Lujia Village.
When Lu Mingfeng returned, he learned that Lu Mingyuan had agreed to let Lu Siqiao be adopted by the eldest son's family. He immediately picked up Lu Qiaosi and said happily, "Qiaowa'er, call me Dad..."
Lu Siqiao burst into tears of joy. She had never known what it felt like to be loved and cherished. She was so happy!
"dad-"
"mom-"
"grandfather-"
She shouted, her eyes glistening with tears.
At the same time, she secretly vowed that in this life, it would be her turn to protect them!
To prevent Lu Mingyuan and his wife from reneging on their promises, Lu Siqiao was carried back to her elder brother's house. Some gossipy villagers came to inquire about the situation, but Luo Xiaoxue remained silent, and Third Master Lu stayed indoors.
The next day, when Lu Mingyuan returned to the village with doubts, his third brother, Lu Mingzhi, pulled him aside and said, "Second brother, your sister-in-law was too ruthless. Qiaowa was beaten beyond recognition. I heard that even your eldest sister-in-law couldn't afford the medical bills and had to take her home to die."
"Is he really going to die soon?" Lu Mingyuan asked excitedly.
Before leaving, Huang Ling repeatedly reminded him that if he found out that the eldest son's family was faking illness with that brat, he should just find some excuse to bring the child back.
Anyway, Luo Xiaoxue has already paid the medical bills, so she'll just keep owing them. We'll see when she can pay them back!
“How could this be fake? Lu Wenqing brought people over several times to persuade my elder brother not to adopt Qiao Wa’er, but to adopt one instead.” Lu Mingzhi said casually, “In my opinion, it would be better to adopt a boy, so that he can have someone to rely on in the future.”
Lu Mingyuan's doubts vanished instantly.
As he was heading to his eldest son's house, the village head, Lu Wenqing, stopped him and gave him a stern lecture: "If you're a man, stand up for yourself. Don't listen to Huang Ling's nonsense all day long, or she'll get you killed sooner or later! Luckily, the eldest son's family was willing to adopt Qiaowa and take on the responsibility. Otherwise, you and Huang Ling would be waiting to be taught a lesson."
Lu Mingyuan hurriedly agreed, but in his heart he couldn't wait to distance himself from the relationship.
He rushed to his eldest son's house, glanced at Lu Siqiao lying on the bed, barely alive, and said angrily, "Quickly, go and complete the adoption procedures. I still have to go back to work."
Lu Mingfeng produced the renewal certificate issued by the village.
Lu Mingfeng didn't return until the sun had set, riding his old-fashioned bicycle.
He specially bought Lu Siqiao two sets of children's clothes, and even a pink backpack.
Even though she has the soul of an adult inside her, when Lu Siqiao puts on her brand-new cotton-padded coat and carries her schoolbag, her heart breaks down again.
"Dad, Mom, Grandpa, thank you!" She threw herself into Luo Xiaoxue's arms, touching her name on the household registration book, her eyes shining like stars in the sky, overjoyed.
Luo Xiaoxue patted her head and said softly, "Qiaowa, our good days are yet to come. We'll send you to school after the New Year. As long as you're willing to study, our family will sell everything we own to support you."
go to school?
In her previous life, Lu Siqiao was forced to work after finishing only elementary school. All the money she earned had to be handed over to Huang Ling, ostensibly to help her save for her dowry.
Every time she dated someone, Huang Ling would find fault with him. Later, she found her a man surnamed Gao who was old enough to be Lu Siqiao's father. But he was rich, and Huang Ling accepted a dowry of 1,000 yuan and forced her to marry him.
If that man hadn't been an alcoholic who died suddenly in a moment of excitement, causing Lu Siqiao to be jilted by her in-laws and unable to marry again due to the reputation of being a jinx, she would have been married countless times.
"Mom, I will definitely study hard and not let you down!" Lu Siqiao nodded heavily, her eyes sparkling.
Luo Xiaoxue told her to go play in the courtyard, then turned around and discussed with Third Master Lu what to plant on the four acres of dry land.
After the New Year, spring plowing should begin. In the past, his family would plant rice on one mu of land and peanuts on two mu of land. Now, all the land is dry land. If the rice doesn't grow well, they can only pay the grain tax with money. Money is needed in all aspects, so they need to come up with a plan in advance.
Since last month, Lu Mingfeng has been running freight for others, earning about 80 yuan a month. However, both Lu Sanye and Luo Xiaoxue have chronic illnesses and need to take medicine all year round. They still need to find a way to grow some crops to ensure their income.
"Grandpa, why don't we grow chili peppers?"
Lu Siqiao peeked out from outside, her big eyes blinking rapidly.
chili?
Master Lu laughed: "Chili peppers aren't worth much. In my opinion, it's better to grow corn, which is only slightly cheaper than millet."
Lu Siqiao walked over and said in a serious tone, "I overheard an old man at the hospital telling others that everyone is going to plant rice, corn, and sweet potatoes, but they don't know that the most inconspicuous crops are the most valuable. He also said that the price of chili peppers will definitely skyrocket this year, and he told his relatives to hurry up and plant them."
"That old man was dressed neatly and seemed very knowledgeable."
She remembered that a few months later in her previous life, several farmers made a fortune by growing chili peppers.
"Really?" Master Lu was somewhat tempted.
Lu Mingfeng laughed: "Dad, what that person said makes sense. If everyone farms, and rice yields a high amount, the value of rice will be even lower. Why not try growing chili peppers? The harvest time is short, and if you can't sell them, you can dry them and grind them into chili sauce. That's a way out."
“Yes, why don’t we give it a try? I’ve learned how to make chili sauce, so I can try making some and selling it later,” Luo Xiaoxue chimed in.
Third Master Lu patted Lu Siqiao's head and laughed, "Alright, then we'll listen to Qiaowa and go plant chili peppers."
At this moment, Lu Mingfeng said to Third Master Lu, "Father, I need to transport some goods in a few days, and I'll need your help then."
Upon hearing this, Lu Siqiao's heart raced.
It's here!
In his past life, my grandfather went to deliver goods with my eldest uncle. He died in a car accident, leaving my eldest aunt all alone.
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