Chapter 36 Jealousy
After the money was divided, Ye Ran carefully went over the things she would need for tomorrow with Hou Zhiqiang, and then she didn't forget to ask him to help make a larger oven.
"Brother Hou, I want a stove like this, with a chimney on top and a storage compartment at the bottom..." Ye Ran said, gesturing as she spoke.
After listening to Ye Ran's detailed explanation, Hou Zhiqiang nodded in understanding and patted his chest confidently, "Alright, girl, I know what you mean. Just you wait and see! I'll have someone make it for you this afternoon!"
Hearing that Hou Zhiqiang had promised such a quick response time, Ye Ran was delighted. "Really? As expected of Brother Hou, you're amazing! Thank you for your help!"
Hou Zhiqiang grinned smugly at Ji Yin, but seeing her expressionless face, he immediately backed down and gave her a fawning smile...
Seeing the two so deeply in love, Ye Ran smiled, her eyes crinkling. Noticing it was almost time, she quickly said goodbye.
"Then, brother, sister Ji, I'll head home now. My mom will be worried if I don't go home soon."
Hearing her say that, Ji Yin didn't try to stop her. "Alright, then I won't keep you. Be careful on your way home!"
"Old Hou, go and give the girl the spare ribs that Old Wang brought over yesterday!"
"Okay!" Hou Zhiqiang agreed and got up to go inside.
Hearing Ji Yin so generously offer to give her meat, Ye Ran quickly declined, "This won't do, Sister Ji, you should keep the meat for yourselves!"
Ji Yin pulled her back hard and glared at her. "Why are you being so polite with your sister! Listen to me, your brother and I don't need this stuff. Old Wang is the best butcher in the county slaughterhouse, and he's also Qiangzi's best friend. He brings us meat every now and then. This meat was brought over by him yesterday."
I'm going to the hospital to take care of your Aunt Hou in a little while, and your older brother is busy buying ingredients. This meat is just sitting there uncooked; it would be a waste if it spoiled. Just listen to your sister and take it home to eat. We have a long life ahead of us!
Hearing Ji Yin's explanation, Ye Ran finally stopped refusing. After all, they would have many more dealings in the future, so there was no need to fuss over such trivial matters.
However, having acquaintances at the slaughterhouse is something that can be used to your advantage... After all, snacks are only a favorite of some people, and most people still prefer to eat meat!
This matter requires long-term planning, so Ye Ran didn't say anything for the time being. She took the spare ribs Hou Zhiqiang had sent and was about to go home. "Then I'll be going now. Thank you, brother and sister. Please give my regards to Auntie!"
Hou Zhiqiang and Ji Yin smiled and saw her off at the door.
Walking home, unlike her hurried arrival, Ye Ran enjoyed the scenery along the way with a pleasant mood. The fresh, cool air and vibrant landscape were beautiful sights that were hard to find in later generations.
Carrying a large rack of pork ribs, Ye Ran began happily planning what to cook for tonight...
When she reached the village entrance, she saw her father already waiting there. Seeing her father's eager look, Ye Ran felt a surge of happiness and happily ran over to him.
"dad!"
"Oh! My daughter, you're finally back. Are you tired?" Looking at his daughter's bright smile, Ye Jun felt his heart melt.
"No, Dad, look what delicious food I brought back!" Ye Ran proudly showed him the ribs.
"Where did such a big rack of ribs come from?" Ye Jun asked in surprise.
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