Chapter 8 Chapter 8 Are you here to poop?
Before we knew it, we arrived at the threshing ground.
Two people, one in front and one behind, were pushing a wheelbarrow carrying grain. They had just walked out of the big iron gate when they heard several strange noises from behind several straw stacks at the door.
There was a rustling sound, as if a cat or dog was playing behind.
No one paid attention to it at first, but after pushing the cart a few more steps, the sound of a woman moaning was heard from behind.
Lu Qinghe: “…”
Just yesterday I heard Xue Lanhua say that it’s easy for people to hide and do things behind the straw stacks after the autumn harvest. I wonder if I’ll run into them today.
And what a coincidence, I met him with my blind date.
"Not ready yet? Someone's coming! Come out quickly!"
In front of the threshing ground, Wu Youde limped over with a rake and shouted towards the straw stack.
There was a pause inside, and then another woman responded, "Right here."
It sounds like Ma Wenli's voice.
That shouldn't be a mess, maybe it's something else.
Seeing Wu Youde, Lu Qinghe frowned and pulled the hemp rope on the wheelbarrow, "Let's unload the corn cobs in front and leave."
Zhao Zhanming glanced at Lu Qinghe and noticed that she seemed a little unhappy, so he nodded as he was told.
Wu Youde also saw Lu Qinghe.
His intention to harm others had caused everyone to condemn him, but at this moment he did not dare to provoke Lu Qinghe any more. He just lowered his head and pretended not to see it.
Zhao Zhanming and another person pushed the cart to the cornpile.
Lu Qinghe untied the button on the hemp rope, made a circle, loosened the rope and reached out to move it down.
"Let me do it." Zhao Zhanming walked over and stopped Lu Qinghe.
Lu Qinghe raised her head to see Zhao Zhanming's expression. After hesitating for a moment, she spoke, "You're here to help, so it's not good to let you do all the work. If we work together, we can do it faster."
Zhao Zhanming: "Leave it to me. Go wait in the shade nearby. I'll be back soon."
Looking from the side, Zhao Zhanming's shoulders are extremely broad, like a small hill. The muscle lines through the cotton cloth are like small clods of earth on the hill, and he looks strong.
While he was speaking, he had already found a piece of linen to pad his arm and began to move the corn ears down with quick and brisk movements.
In comparison, Lu Qinghe's transporting it down little by little seemed a bit strenuous.
never mind.
Anyway, she had only learned the farm work for a while, so she didn't do it herself to avoid being discovered.
The sun was at its zenith, and even though it was cool, the people working downstairs couldn't help but sweat.
Seeing that Zhao Zhanming was almost done, Lu Qinghe looked around, ran from the shade to the water tank in front of the courtyard, scooped a bucket of cold water and came back.
"Okay, rinse your hands and face."
Zhao Zhanming turned around and was a little surprised to see the water scoop handed to him by Lu Qinghe. After taking it, he used the scoop to wet the hot face with one hand.
In fact, Lu Qinghe wanted to ask her to help pour water if it was inconvenient, but then she thought it seemed too intimate, so she could only watch Zhao Zhanming wash his left hand and then his right hand.
"Thank you, Comrade Lu Qinghe. Let's go."
"Um."
Turning around, before she left, Lu Qinghe saw Ma Wenli running out of the straw stack at the door in a hurry. Taking a closer look, she saw that her clothes and hair were a little messy, and even her trouser legs were rolled up halfway above her calves.
The way she's dressed, it looks like she's stealing someone from behind...
But this is strange. Wasn’t it Wu Youde who was shouting outside just now?
This couple, what kind of situation can make one person hide behind the scenes while the other one stays outside to keep watch?
It couldn't be that Ma Wenli was hiding behind the straw stack just to poop, right?
If that's the case, we really need to let some air out.
Thinking of this, Lu Qinghe unconsciously covered his mouth and nose with his sleeves when passing by the door.
When we went back, we traveled light and quickly covered half the distance.
"You seemed unhappy just now. If there is anything I said that makes you uncomfortable, you can tell me." Zhao Zhanming suddenly spoke.
Lu Qinghe recalled, "You mean at the entrance of the threshing ground? That has nothing to do with you. I ran into my ex-husband's brother and sister-in-law. It's not that I was trying to avoid them, I just thought it was unlucky."
"I remember you were the one who pushed you into the river?"
"It's him."
Zhao Zhanming's tone was a little more angry. "They really should be sent to the Public Security Bureau."
Lu Qinghe: "That's what I said, but I see his legs are broken and he's having a hard time now. Besides, I also want to completely cut off ties with his family and have some peace and quiet."
Zhao Zhanming thought about it for a moment and agreed with Lu Qinghe's idea.
The valley is different from the outside world. If you want peace and quiet and want to cut off ties, this is the most suitable way.
Sure enough, Old Master Zhao has a good eye for people.
Zhao Zhanming: "As we said earlier, if you still want to learn to read, I can teach you. I have some basic books on hand. If you agree, we can make an appointment tomorrow and I'll bring them to you."
If you want to bring books, you can ask someone to help deliver them. If you offer to bring them yourself, it’s naturally not just for the books.
"Okay." Lu Qinghe knew what was going on and responded softly.
As they were talking, they reached the edge of the field. There were more people around, and they both fell silent.
After Zhao Zhanming said a few words to Aunt Guo, it was time to leave. Lu Qinghe was also pulled to the side by Xue Lanhua.
"Qinghe, where is the needle you bought? I remembered that I didn't sew my son Xiaoshan's belt yesterday." Zhang Meizhi wiped the sweat off her face and walked over to ask.
Xue Lanhua waved her hand: "Go away, go home later and sew. I urged you yesterday but you didn't start, but today you are diligent."
Zhou Feng came over with a smile and pulled the unaware Zhang Meizhi away. When the surroundings became quiet, Xue Lanhua eagerly grabbed her daughter's arm.
"How's it going? Can we chat? What's Zhao Zhanming's attitude? Does he have any ideas? What about you?"
Lu Qinghe recounted their conversation in general terms. After listening, Xue Lanhua laughed and said, "That's interesting. Let's see tomorrow. If it works out, you two can make it a decision as soon as possible."
"Although he's a few years older than you, I think your situations are just right. After you get married and go to Hua City, your life won't have much to do with your in-laws. He has an older child, though, and older children are hard to take care of. You'll have to pay more attention to him."
"It's not even a beginning, Mom."
"Why not even a hint? I think there's at least a hint and a half. My daughter's condition is so good that no one would say she's not interested in her if she stood in front of him!"
"I'll take a look tomorrow."
"My dear, you don't have any ideas, do you? This is enough. I heard he's an officer. We don't understand these things. Anyway, Aunt Guo said that they promised me meat, so this is a good enough condition for a second marriage..."
"No, I don't have any idea. I still need to confirm it with him."
"Has he asked you for a betrothal gift?" Xue Lanhua lowered her voice again. "You should give a little, but a second marriage isn't the same as a first, and he's well-off. We'll meet again tomorrow, so if he hasn't mentioned it, don't ask. But if he does, then ask for it, and don't be silly and refuse."
"Mom, you forgot, this was already required before we even got married. You have to hand over your salary after you get married."
Xue Lanhua smiled, "Silly girl, he hasn't split up yet. Besides, who would let a woman take charge of finances just a few days after remarriage? We can just talk about it on the surface. Don't rush to ask when the time comes. You two are going to Hua City. After you leave your husband's family, live a good life. Then we can slowly discuss with him about handing over the salary."
Lu Qinghe frowned, "But this was agreed upon in advance, and he agreed today. I'll ask him about it tomorrow."
"You can't ask. It'll easily cause unpleasantness. Just listen to Mom. I've been through this before. Besides, his conditions are there. Even if he doesn't care about money for the time being, he won't be poor."
After Xue Lanhua persuaded him for a long time, Lu Qinghe began to hesitate. Then he thought about it and realized that he just wanted to form a team to get out of Dagu Mountain. Besides, he didn't know the specific situation of the Zhao family. Finally, he agreed to Xue Lanhua's request.
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