That afternoon, Song Lili and Yang Mei exchanged many heartfelt words, bringing them closer together after a slight initial awkwardness. Later that afternoon, Daqing came looking for them again.
"Speak, do you need something from me?" Otherwise, you wouldn't have left at noon and come back now.
While Song Lili somewhat agreed with his assessment that he was worried about Yang Mei, she didn't entirely agree.
Daqing's gaze was now entirely on him.
"How did you know?" Song Lili suddenly asked while Daqing was still thinking about how to bring it up.
This surprised Daqing greatly. He hadn't even said anything yet, so how did Lili know?
"Your expression is all over your face, how could I not know? So, what do you want?"
"Or is there something you need my help with?" Otherwise, you wouldn't be in such a predicament.
"Lili, do you think it's okay if I go outside now?" Daqing hesitated for a moment before asking directly.
He was originally thinking about how to express his thoughts tactfully, but since Lili had found out, he just asked directly.
"You...have you thought it through? You want to go out?" Song Lili was surprised.
She had asked Daqing before if he wanted to go out and have a look around, but Daping had always refused.
She didn't ask any more questions, but she was surprised that Daqing brought it up on his own initiative.
I'm very curious about what made Daqing change his mind.
Before Song Lili could decide whether to ask, Daqing unexpectedly smiled wryly and said it.
“The children are growing up, and there will be more places where we need money in the future. I’m afraid that farming will not be enough for me to provide a good life for my children, so I want to go out and see the world.”
The truth is not like that at all. He saw the difference between Song Lili's child and his own child.
Comparing her eldest daughter with Xiao Chen, there is already a significant difference.
Although the eldest daughter also goes to school, all she knows is what's in the textbooks; she knows nothing else.
But what about Xiao Chen? Besides the knowledge in textbooks, he has much more experience than his eldest daughter.
Many things he only learned in high school, Xiao Chen now knows; and things he didn't know, Xiao Chen also knows.
More importantly, Xiao Chen is generous and polite in his interactions with others, which is clearly different from children from the countryside; he is not timid.
They were both born in Hongqi Village, so why did they end up different?
Daqing attributed this to the different environment, which was also the reason why he decided to go out and explore.
“That is indeed a problem.” Song Lili nodded, not doubting the truthfulness of Daqing’s words.
Children's growth does require a considerable amount of money, and their success requires even more financial support.
Song Lili was not surprised that Daqing had such thoughts.
"If you want to hear my opinion, then I'll tell you, I strongly support you going out and making a name for yourself now."
"Opportunities are everywhere now. As long as you are willing to work hard and persevere, you will definitely succeed."
In an era where everything was in ruins and opportunities were everywhere, how could they possibly fail?
As long as you have the courage to step out, you will discover a whole new world.
"Really?" Song Lili's words gave Daqing a lot of courage, and he widened his eyes in surprise.
"Of course it's true. Would I lie to you about something like this?" Song Lili asked irritably.
This is no joke, and Song Lili certainly wouldn't make an inappropriate joke.
"Now that you say so, I feel relieved." Daqing's tense expression relaxed considerably, and he seemed full of confidence.
"Have you... thought about where you want to go? Or rather, have you thought about what you want to do if you go out?"
Having the desire to go out is not enough; you also need a plan.
"This..." Daqing gave another bitter smile. "I don't know what I can do. Can you give me some advice? What can I do?"
What exactly to do? Daqing really hadn't thought it through, nor did he have any ideas.
He knew very little about the outside world.
Why……
Song Lili could only sigh inwardly. Well, there was really no need to ask; she should have known this long ago.
"Have you decided where to go?" If you don't know what to do, do you not even know where to go?
"I want to go to the capital. Being with you all makes me feel more at ease."
However, Daqing did not say the last sentence.
“Alright, the capital is nice. Why don’t you come with us this time?” Once we get to the capital, she can take care of things for us.
“Okay, that’s what I think too.” Daqing immediately agreed, as he shared the same idea.
"What about Sister Yangmei? Is she going with you?" Song Lili looked at Yangmei, who had been sitting silently beside her.
“She…she can come with me. Once we’re settled, we can bring the child over too.”
Everything is for the children, so of course he wants to take the children over as soon as possible; he can't let the children fall behind any longer.
"Okay, as long as you have a plan," Song Lili simply said.
This is Daqing's family matter. She can ask questions, but she has no right to interfere in other matters.
That was the end of that for now, and then Daqing and his wife went home.
It was getting late, so Song Lili got ready to cook dinner.
Not far from Song Lili's home, Daqing's family sat together in silence.
Shen Cuifang looked at Daqing and asked, "Why did you suddenly have this idea? Why do you suddenly want to go out?"
I've never heard him have such thoughts before!
"Mom, I only decided this afternoon." He originally just had this idea, but didn't intend to take any action.
However, what he suddenly saw in the afternoon changed his mind and solidified his decision to go out.
"Why do you have to go out? Isn't it good at home? The harvest in the fields is very good now, and the family is doing well. Why do you want to go out?" Shen Cuifang didn't understand.
"Tell me, why?" Li Weiguo remained silent for a moment before asking in a deep voice.
Although my son is usually carefree, he is not a reckless person. There must be a reason for his decision.
"Dad, I want to go out and explore, to try my luck, and to create a better environment for the children."
“Look at Xiaochen and Xiaolan, you can see the difference. I don’t want my children to grow up to be from the countryside.”
"So I want to go out and see the world, for them and for myself, and maybe it will be a good start?"
"Besides, with Lili and Qinghua helping me, things won't be too bad. I want to go out and see the world."
Upon hearing Daqing's words, Li Weiguo fell silent, as did Shen Cuifang, who had just been agitated and vehemently opposed the idea.
Because what their son said touched their hearts.
Who doesn't want to live a good life for themselves and their descendants?
Everyone wants that!
Now that such an opportunity is available, shouldn't we seize it? Would we be willing to accept that?
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