The Zhou family elders exchanged a suspicious glance, while Fan Yunyan remained completely calm.
That money is indeed not in his possession now; he gave it to his second sister a long time ago.
The Zhou family elders also thought of Fan Xiaofan and suddenly asked, "Isn't your second sister also a sent-down youth in Xiangyang Brigade? Why doesn't she come out to greet the elders? She has no manners at all."
Fan Yunyan was startled by this question. It wasn't for any other reason than that if the Zhou family found out that his second sister was now working in a textile factory, she feared that her second sister would not have a good life in the future.
They'll definitely cause trouble.
He tried to remain calm as he said, "He went out to work and hasn't come back yet."
Fortunately, the Zhou family elders weren't genuinely interested in Fan Xiaofan; otherwise, if they had continued to pursue the matter further, it would have been a disaster.
Fan Yunyan kept his mouth shut, and the Zhou family could only leave disappointed.
He was willing to lend Niu Qian grain for two reasons. First, Niu Qian was a reliable person who had previously given him a lot; he couldn't just stand by and watch someone starve to death. Second, his second sister could help him find ways to buy some grain, and even if he ate less, he could manage.
Fortunately, the food supplies at the educated youth settlements are now distributed on a per-person basis; otherwise, Fanyunyan would not have been able to borrow any.
Everyone originally ate together, but over time, conflicts arose. People felt that those who ate more were taking advantage of others, and those who had more work points received more grain, yet they were allowed to eat for free. Moreover, there was Xu Youwen, who was very calculating and wouldn't give up a single penny. In the end, everyone simply started eating separately.
Fan Yunyan returned to his room. He had met with two groups of people in one day, which was quite tiring.
As for the Zhou family, he stands by his second sister's side. It's enough that he doesn't hate them. Let them leech off him? Heh, don't even think about it.
Shi Lingheng was writing a letter at his desk in the room. Fan Yunyan knew that he was worried about his family in Beidu.
He didn't go up to Ling Heng, but said thank you.
Shi Lingheng waved his hand dismissively: "I was just afraid you were too stupid."
Fan Yunyan indicated that he did not want to talk to Shi Lingheng.
After leaving Xiangyang Brigade, the elderly Zhou couple felt increasingly cheated, wondering why they hadn't gotten anything at all on their trip.
The situation at home is indeed bad right now. The hail damaged the crops, and the relief grain is so little; it's hardly enough...
The two were dejected.
Fan Xiaofan was unaware that Fan Yun had once again shielded him from the Zhou family. In the context of the times, it was difficult to divide a family without considering factors such as social class. After all, it was a society based on personal relationships. Others would only say that you were ignorant and unfilial, while the elderly would be considered to have a reason for whatever they did.
They rely on their age and seniority to act arrogantly.
Fan Xiaofan pondered for a day whether or not to promote the popularization of tap water, build a water plant, and provide a lot of jobs.
But she hesitated. In the current environment, she was afraid that if she built a water plant, everyone would go hungry in order to produce water.
She couldn't easily discuss this matter with Director Fang and President Xu; it was too big a deal, not just a local issue, but a major event that involved the entire country.
Building a waterworks is not a simple matter; all the necessary preparations must be in place, taking into account factors such as aesthetics, environmental protection, future prospects, and water resources.
It's not like simply making a machine; it has far too many implications.
Actually, this matter is suitable for discussion with people like Shi Lingheng and Ruan Jiu, who have a strong sense of the future and the big picture. However, Fan Xiaofan is just a coward right now. They can wipe out enemy ships and forts with a few words, which is not the same path as her, who takes the technical route.
Look at Ruan Jiu. Just a while ago, those people in Qingcheng wanted to arrest him, but now, in the blink of an eye, he's swaggering around unscathed, no one knows how he did it.
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