Fortunately, Shi Zhentang reacted quickly. He jokingly said, "Uncle, you might not know this. When she was in the military district, I required her to stay home and practice calligraphy every day. She had nothing else to do anyway. Sometimes she practiced for three or four hours a day. Oh, and I also found a highly educated military wife to guide her. Look, after a period of hard work, it really is showing some results!"
"Oh my, so if a person wants to make progress, then the nest must be right!"
The village Party Secretary suddenly understood. "We have such a talented person in the army, and Yuzhu is a quick learner. Isn't this the perfect combination of time, place, and people? But it's certainly not easy to learn so much in such a short time. Zhentang, I think she's almost there. Don't force her to practice calligraphy anymore. Practicing three or four hours a day is really tiring."
Tian Yuzhu immediately acted like she had someone to back her up: "Did you hear that? If you force me to practice calligraphy again, I'll call and tell my uncle, and he'll take charge of the matter."
"Yes, yes, I won't force you." Shi Zhentang nodded hurriedly. He took the blame.
After chatting for a few more words, Shi Zhentang stayed in the office to chat with the village party secretary.
Tian Yuzhu took the clothes and went to the educated youth's courtyard to find Zhao Xiaoman.
It happened that two of Zhao Xiaoman's fellow villagers came to see her. Their base was in the Second Commune, and they came to visit Zhao Xiaoman on their day off today.
Seeing that it was getting late, I planned to stay at the educated youth camp tonight.
After saying hello, Tian Yuzhu explained her purpose. Zhao Xiaoman was overjoyed: "Wait a moment, I'll go in and change for you guys."
After a while, Zhao Xiaoman came from another dormitory, followed by several female educated youth.
Zhao Xiaoman looked obviously better in shape after putting on the new shirt. The shirts she wore before were all straight up and straight down, which didn't make her look slim at all. But this one actually made her look a bit girlish.
The waist is well-cut, neither tight nor loose, showing off the waistline just right, and the slightly slit and piping design at the cuffs adds a touch of fashion.
The best thing about it is the two thin straps at the neckline, which can be pulled up to tie a pretty little bow.
This not only makes her neck look less thick, but also provides a delicate decorative effect.
Amidst the praise, Tian Yuzhu stood up, helped Zhao Xiaoman tie the bow at her collar, and asked her, "How is it? Do you like it?"
"I like it so much, Sister Yuzhu. This is the most beautiful shirt I have ever owned since I grew up." Zhao Xiaoman held a mirror in her hand, looking left and right, and liked it more and more no matter how she looked at it.
She smiled so hard that her mouth couldn't close: "Thank you, Sister Yuzhu."
The other educated youth also hurriedly asked: "Sister Yuzhu, is mine ready?" "And mine too."
Tian Yuzhu smiled and explained one by one: "They are all hand-sewn. It will take some time, but don't worry, the styles will definitely look good."
"Okay, it's okay, we're not in a hurry." The educated youth were obviously very anxious, and were afraid that the rushed product would not look good, so they naturally comforted her.
But when everyone looked at Zhao Xiaoman, the envy in their eyes could not be hidden.
Even the two female educated youth from the Second Commune couldn't resist wanting to make one. They were a little embarrassed to ask the price, so Zhao Xiaoman waved her chubby hand and said, "Don't worry, Sister Yuzhu won't overcharge you. She only has one request."
"What are your requests?" The two female educated youth were a little nervous, fearing that they would not be allowed to do it.
"Just don't tell anyone about me making clothes for us, or someone might take advantage of me."
"Okay, we get it."
The two female educated youth looked very quiet and like people who kept their words. They asked Tian Yuzhu to measure their sizes, calculate the cost of the fabric, and pay a deposit in advance.
Tian Yuzhu symbolically took one piece from each person and said, "When it's done, I'll have my fat sister notify you to come pick it up, or you can bring it over."
"Thank you, Sister Yuzhu."
At this time, some female educated youth could not help but borrow Zhao Xiaoman's new shirt to try on.
Although they are thin and the clothes are a bit loose, they are still very attractive.
As the girls were chatting and laughing, Zhao Xiaoman whispered to Tian Yuzhu, "Sister, don't worry about making clothes for us. I heard the higher-ups are about to issue a document about reform and opening up. Do you understand? There's no such thing as speculation!"
"What? How do you know so much?"
Tian Yuzhu felt that Zhao Xiaoman must have a certain identity and background. If she was a girl from an ordinary family, first of all, she would definitely not dare to say such groundless things. Besides, words like submitting a hair document were not something an ordinary person would say casually.
But Zhao Xiaoman also knew how to hide herself. She smiled and shook her hand: "Don't worry about it, I'm just reminding you not to be afraid."
"Okay, thank you, Xiaoman." With her previous concerns, Tian Yuzhu changed her address to Xiaoman. She thought to herself that she had become more sophisticated. She said, "Do you really think the clothes I made are beautiful?"
"It looks good. I never tell lies." Zhao Xiaoman smiled with her eyes narrowed.
"I'm glad you like it. If you have any customers in the future, please introduce them to me. I'll take any order, no matter how big it is. I've already taught my sister-in-law and older sister how to sew. They're very clever and their sewing skills are excellent."
Zhao Xiaoman said cheerfully, "Don't worry, I'll definitely introduce one to you. But sister, it's not good to always sew by hand. Have you heard of a sewing machine?"
"I've heard of it, but it's very expensive, and you need a ticket to buy it."
"You don't necessarily have to use a ticket. Let me find out for you and let you know if I have any news."
"Xiao Man, if that's the case, I'll be very grateful to you. I'll try my best to make you a skirt." Tian Yuzhu is now very sure that this little girl is not simple.
Zhao Xiaoman immediately put on a cute and serious face. "Then don't lie to me. To be honest, with my figure, if I go to buy a skirt, I'll just be laughed at. No skirt in any department store will fit me. It's so embarrassing."
"It's not a problem for me. I have a solution." Tian Yuzhu promised.
"Okay, it's a deal then." After chatting for a while, Zhao Xiaoman remembered the important matter: "By the way, Sister Yuzhu, I'll pay you for the remaining clothes."
Zhao Xiaoman's piece is the largest and requires the most fabric, and it also takes the most effort to sew.
The agreed price was eight dollars and sixty cents, and she paid a deposit of one dollar. Now she still had to pay Tian Yuzhu seven dollars and sixty cents.
However, Tian Yuzhu didn't think much and held her back: "Don't worry, Xiaoman, I'm a straightforward person. If you help me get a sewing machine, I'll give you a thank you fee. How about this, if you really help me get it, I won't charge you for the clothes, and I'll make you a skirt by hand as we agreed just now."
"Really?" The fat girl's eyes sparkled with excitement.
"If you don't believe me, come and make a pinky promise."
Tian Yuzhu hooked her little finger, and Zhao Xiaoman quickly extended her hand as well: "Let's make a pinky promise, and we won't change for a hundred years..."
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