Jiang Qiao didn't want to dwell on this matter any longer. Things had progressed to this point, and some things were already done and couldn't be reversed. So why not do something more meaningful?
Song Zhi's two children, the girl Song Yuan, is one year older than Jiang Qiao, and the boy Junwei is younger than Jiang Qiao.
The group of people sitting in the sleeper car were quite happy, especially Song Zhi and Wen Songtao, who were chatting even more enthusiastically. Firstly, this was his brother's father-in-law, and secondly, this was the head of the Wen family. Putting aside the glory of the past, the old man's conversation and knowledge were enough to broaden Song Zhi's horizons.
"Sir, you didn't participate in anything, did you? Isn't it said that people like you are usually given a position?"
Wen Songtao smiled and shook his head. "I'm old now, so I don't crave those things anymore. Besides, I don't understand them anyway, so it's better to let someone who does understand participate."
"I've been busy for most of my life, and now that I'm old, it's time to enjoy my retirement..."
Jiang Qiao listened from the side and realized that there was such a saying. However, it was right for her grandfather not to get involved. It was good that he was free from any trouble.
Jiang Qiao didn't get off the bus with Song Zhi and the others. Instead, she accompanied the old man directly to the terminal station and saw him onto the ship. Only then did she turn around and wander around. She doesn't come to this part of the city often, so she had to take her time to explore.
Jiang Qiao never expected to run into acquaintances while wandering around. Seeing these people on the black market, she couldn't help but sigh, "What a small world! I ran all the way here and still managed to see them."
Ning Hao and the others nodded to Jiang Qiao, who also nodded with a smile and walked straight inside. She had seen everything that was in front of them and wondered how these guys got the fish, but it seemed like business was good.
Presumably because the market has been opened up, the black market in this city doesn't seem to be as strictly regulated as before. Jiang Qiao wandered around inside without worry, exchanging noodles from her travel bag for things she found that she could buy with money.
However, she didn't have much stuff, but quite a few people were eyeing her small amount of noodles. Unfortunately, Jiang Qiao only traded them, not sold them.
Someone ran home to get their family's calligraphy and paintings and exchanged them with Jiang Qiao for the remaining noodles. Jiang Qiao packed her things and went outside to wait for Ning Hao and the others.
These people must have a vehicle to transport the goods here.
Ning Hao was also anxious. After lowering the price with Guan Jiefang, he sold all the remaining fish and hurried out to find Jiang Qiao.
"What did I tell you? Life is full of unexpected encounters, Qiao'er. We're just destined to meet, aren't we? To run into each other from so far away, what a wonderful surprise! Come on, let's have dinner together today."
Jiang Qiao smiled and shook her head. "No, thank you. I'm in a hurry to get home. Do you have a car? If not, I need to get on a bus as soon as possible. You can do whatever you want."
Ning Hao reached out and grabbed Jiang Qiao, his eyes filled with affection. "Why are you in such a hurry after just a few words? Come on, let's drive back. I've been wanting to eat your cooking anyway."
After getting in the car, Jiang Qiao asked in confusion, "Why are there only two of you?"
Guan Jiefang sighed, "We did too much yesterday. So, Fu Lin and the others are in charge of things in the county town, while Haozi and I went a little further away to earn some pocket money."
Jiang Qiao smiled and said, "You've got guts! It must have taken a lot of effort to catch so many fish."
Ning Hao nodded, looking quite moved. "That's right, we almost couldn't have made it because of the cold. Where did you come from? Has no one ever been home before?"
Jiang Qiao explained with a smile, "I went out to visit some relatives. I was just killing time, so I came over to check on you all. I didn't expect to run into you here."
Jiang Qiao didn't feel anything was wrong, but Guan Jiefang and Ning Hao were both cold and hungry, so they drove much faster than usual.
They headed straight to Jiang Qiao's house. When they arrived, Guan Jiefang went to return the car, while Ning Hao helped out inside. After all, no one had lived there for a long time, so he had to help clean up and light the stove.
Jiang Qiao took out half a rib and a piece of meat from the jar, and then took out a fish. He made a stew of sauerkraut and ribs, stir-fried cabbage with sliced meat, braised fish, stir-fried shredded potatoes, and some pickled vegetables and cold dishes. There were few dishes, but a lot of them, enough for the group to eat.
She only started cooking last. With so many people, she made cornbread pancakes.
Ning Hao smelled the delicious aroma from the kitchen and couldn't resist any longer, so he ran in and ate two pieces of pork ribs first.
"Sigh, this is the only place where we can get decent food. To be honest, even during the New Year, we don't have this kind of food at home. It's too lavish. We hope this meal won't wipe out your entire year's worth of food?"
That's what she said, but her expression was very relaxed. Jiang Qiao rolled her eyes at Ning Hao and said, "Don't underestimate me. You've come all this way to be my guests, do you think I'd let you eat coarse food?"
Besides, it's the first month of the lunar year, and I'd be too embarrassed to do that. Don't worry, I know how things are going for our family.
How are things going at school?
Speaking of this, Ning Hao first praised the things Jiang Qiao mailed, "You don't know, they're all so envious of me. Qiao'er, let's make a deal, from now on, cook delicious food and remember me. Let me tell you, our food is really something else. I don't know what's wrong with the chef, he puts salt in like it's free."
Jiang Qiao said nonchalantly, "Wouldn't that save even more food? You guys eat less, and he can eat more. No, if your school is really like this, the leaders should be replaced. How can you train if you can't even fill your stomachs?"
Ning Hao chimed in, "That's right, I'm nowhere near as good as you. All the things you mailed have been eyed by those wolves in my dorm. They steal food when I'm not around. Actually, I haven't eaten much."
Jiang Qiao wasn't going to waste any more time. "Okay, I'll remember this. I'll get it done for you next time. By the way, has your uncle's matter been settled yet?"
Ning Hao smiled smugly, "If I can't handle him, how am I supposed to survive? People like that are even more afraid of death. If you give him a killer move, he'll be so cowardly he'll wet his pants right away. If it weren't for my grandparents being involved, I wouldn't bother with their messy family affairs."
As for my aunt, I can only say she deserves it. Everyone gave her advice, but who can she blame but herself for not standing up for herself? It's because she's blind. She deserves what she has today.
Jiang Qiao nodded in agreement, "That's right. I don't pity your aunt at all; she deserves to suffer."
Oh, by the way, I saw your father and your stepmother.
Speaking of this woman, Ning Hao snorted and asked, "How does it feel?"
Jiang Qiao shook her head. "At first glance, he looks alright, but at second glance, I'm worried about the hat your father is wearing."
Ning Hao laughed happily, "Don't worry, who cares? They're happy to do it!"
"Qiao'er, Qiao'er, we're here—"
Seeing the steaming food coming from the kitchen, Fu Lin and Ou Ziyang were about to push open the door when Ning Hao opened it. "Go wash your hands and come help serve the dishes—"
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