Chapter 679 The Happy Life of Ordinary People (Third update, please subscribe)
"Well, this pomegranate tree is finally growing."
Wu Degui stood in front of the pomegranate sapling with a smile on his face. This was a gift given to him by Director Li of the farm when he and Meihui had their wedding in Xingfu Palace half a month ago and was accepting congratulations from everyone at the station. The pomegranate has many seeds, which means many children and good fortune.
When other people on the farm got married, the farm manager also gave them such gifts because the pomegranate tree has a good meaning. Now on the farm, every family that has already started a family will definitely plant a pomegranate tree in front of their home.
The leaves that were a little wilted when they were first planted have now turned green again. This pomegranate tree will surely grow up and bear many fruits. He, like Meihui, will surely be as fruitful and blessed as the pomegranate.
When the breeze blew, the green leaves swayed slightly. Wu Degui showed a satisfied smile at the corner of his lips.
"Owner."
I heard the gentle voice behind me and I knew it was Meihui without turning around.
"This pomegranate tree is what the master called a tree of wealth and prosperity, a tree with many fruits."
"Yes, that's right. When I was in my hometown, only the landlords in the village would plant a pomegranate tree. This tree is not only noble but also beautiful. Pomegranates have many seeds, and more children means more blessings."
While Wu Degui was speaking, he glanced at Meihui.
No, she is now called Wu Meihui, his daughter-in-law. Feeling the wind on the grassland was a bit strong, he quickly took off his coat and put it on her.
"The wind on the farm is stronger than in the city. You should wear something thicker."
As he spoke, he held Meihui's little hand again - the skin on her hand was very rough, and there were many calluses. These were the calluses left by her working in the factory. She worked as an "apprentice" in Zhenghua Cotton Mill when she was less than ten years old.
Factories in the Ming Dynasty prohibited the use of child laborers under the age of fourteen, but this only targeted Ming people. Girls under the age of fourteen among overseas workers could "intern" in factories as "trainees", but in reality, the work they did was similar to that of ordinary workers, twelve hours a day, six days a week.
In the first three years, half of her wages went to the "foreman" and the other half went to them. Two years ago, after the contract expired, her wages were returned to her. But the wages were still not much, even if the workpiece fee and overtime pay were included, it was only 11 or 12 yuan a month.
But this little girl was able to save 300 yuan for her dowry. She is really a woman who knows how to manage a household.
Meihui is indeed a very virtuous woman. After marrying Wu Degui, although she can no longer work in the factory because the farm is a bit far from the city, she is a good hand at housework at home. In the past half month, she has taken care of all the chores in Wu Degui's life, from getting up to fetch water for washing his face and cooking to satisfying all his needs and desires when she sleeps with him at night.
Just like what other brothers in the place said - Japanese women are the best at serving men!
Wu Degui felt that he was lucky in his previous life to marry a gentle and virtuous woman like Meihui. But he... When he was in his hometown in Shanxi, he was 23 years old and had not found a wife yet. He thought he would be like his third uncle and be a bachelor for the rest of his life.
But who would have thought that he was already thirty years old and actually found a wife, and such a young and beautiful one at that.
In fact, Wu Degui also knew that if he had not listened to other people's opinions and boarded the immigration ship to Ming Dynasty when he was in dire straits at home, he would have starved to death sooner or later, not to mention finding a wife.
But what about now?
Not only does he earn fifteen yuan a month, he also has a wife.
I, Wu Degui, have a wife now!
Thinking of Meihui moaning in bed, and the charming words "Yamedie", "Kaimoji", "Shabisi", his heart was burning. Only he could understand the feeling.
"Owner--"
The way the man looked at her made Meihui lower her head a little shyly, but she did not pull her hand away, and she even felt a little expectant in her heart.
Half a month ago, she married Wu Degui in the city's Happiness Palace, witnessed by the mayor. Although the wedding was simple, from that day on, she was Wu Meihui. When her household registration was registered under Wu Degui's name, she no longer needed a labor permit. Soon, she only needed to pass the naturalization oath to be naturalized. Then she could get a new ID card... the national ID card of the Ming Dynasty.
Then she would be a noble Ming citizen. From then on, she could live a truly good life. She no longer had to worry about not being able to get married one day and having to go to Japan.
Now she doesn't have to worry anymore. From now on, she will stay at home to take care of her husband and children and be a virtuous wife.
"Don't call me master. We are a family. There is no such thing as master and servant."
These Japanese women are good in every way except this one, they are too polite in their words and deeds. When she calls him "master", she feels uncomfortable all over.
"No,"
Meihui shook her head and said.
"You are the head of the family, the one with the highest status in our family, and the one I serve. Of course I have to call you master. In Japan...back home, women all call you that."
Although she was in the Ming Dynasty, Meihui still could not escape the influence of Japanese traditions.
"Well, then let's follow your rules."
Wu Degui, who felt sorry for his wife, could only accept her stubbornness.
"Well, Master, you are the man I will serve for the rest of my life. I will definitely serve you well in the future."
Meihui, who had just been nourished by the rain and dew, was a little young, but the nourishment from the rain and dew made her face like peach blossoms, her eyes like spring water, and she was indescribably charming and attractive.
"You little girl, you are such a bother."
He held the girl, who was not even as tall as his shoulders, tightly in his arms. Although the body in his arms was still young, his heart was getting a little hot.
Behind them is a new house that was just built a few months ago. It is also Wu Degui's new home. He built it with his own money. Last year, he applied for a "residential land" of about 20 acres. Although it is residential land, only 1,000 square meters can be used to build a house. However, no one needs such a large house. They built this house with a living room, a dining room and six bedrooms according to the drawings provided by the farm. Why six bedrooms? Of course, they are for the children. Who doesn't have five or six children? It doesn't matter if there are more children. The attic above the house can be separated into several rooms.
Wu Degui had already made up his mind. When he had free time, he would first finish the partition in the attic. He and Meihui would have at least seven or eight children. When there were more than ten people in the family, the Wu family would have expanded here.
As for how to raise the child, he didn't worry at all. Although his monthly salary of more than ten yuan was not much, how much money could he spend on food? One yuan was enough for one person to eat and use for a month. Moreover, even if he cleaned up the 20 mu of land around the house and planted some things, it would be enough for the whole family to eat and drink. When the child grew up, he could go to school. After all, a primary school had been built in the farm. Not only did the primary school not charge tuition, but it also provided lunch. Going to school not only did not cost the family money, but also saved money for a meal.
In the future, the children will go to school for a few years. If they are promising, they can go to middle school or college. If they are not promising, they can stay on the farm if they want to. If they are willing to go to the city, they can go to the city and work in a factory. Anyway, in the Ming Dynasty, people will never starve no matter where they are. If they live to be 65, they can still get a pension when they retire.
These days are really good from what you can see!
This is the good day when you are blessed!
Apart from the Ming Dynasty, where else can you live such a good life!
Wu Degui, who was grateful to the Ming Dynasty and Emperor Shengde, once again adjusted his small goal in his mind - no longer eight children, but twelve!
After all, Wu Degui is a good citizen who serves his country by increasing production!
After making up his mind, Wu Degui hugged Meihui in his arms.
"Ah, what are you doing, Master?"
"What?"
Wu Degui, holding his wife in his arms, strode towards home, looking at the girl in his arms with fiery eyes, and spoke as he walked.
"Of course we should go home. Together we can increase production and serve our country."
The man's fiery gaze fell on her, making Meihui feel hot all over. She blushed and hung in the man's arms like a koala, burying her head in the man's chest. Although she was extremely shy in her heart, she still spoke in a very soft voice.
"Auntie washes the railway..."
The man did not hear what she said. Now, there was only one thought in his mind, which was to go home quickly to increase production and serve the country, and strive to complete this sacred mission.
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(End of this chapter)
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