Chapter 350: A good time to sow discord
The brick kiln opened, and I made a stew, a laver and egg drop soup, and a pickled cabbage and tofu. The ingredients were quite sufficient. Shen Meng taught me how to make the egg drop soup. I beat the eggs into small pieces and poured them into the pot when it was boiling the hottest. I stirred it vigorously and it seemed like there was an egg in every bowl when it was served.
A group of men who had only eaten two meals a day at home all year round now looked at the baskets of steamed buns and pots of vegetables, and they wanted to jump in and eat.
Shen Meng, Xiao Zhang, Feng Si and other commune directors were having dinner together, including Director Guo and Lu Jiaxuan, who were specially called by Feng Si. The two looked at Shen Meng's style in the brick kiln, and their moods were very different.
One was proud from the bottom of his heart, and the other was so uncomfortable that he couldn't breathe.
After finishing the work, Director Guo took Shen Meng aside.
"Xiao Meng, can I tell you something?"
"Auntie, tell me."
"This is what happened. I see that Zhenping is working in the provincial capital now, and Mingyang and his children will soon be transferred to the county town to go to school. You are busy and there is no one to take care of the family. I want to introduce you to someone who can help you at home, such as washing clothes, cooking, cleaning, etc. What do you think?"
Shen Meng actually had this idea, but she just couldn't find the right person.
The girl at her second sister-in-law's house in her natal family is still young, and Xiangxiang is pregnant now. She definitely can't let her parents come to help take care of the child. No matter how smart Mingyang and his children are, they are just children. It really doesn't work without an adult around them.
"Auntie, I'll be honest with you. I really do want to find someone, but I haven't found the right one. Where is the person you introduced to me from? How old is she? What kind of person is she? Does she have any bad habits? Has she been to school?"
"Ah, you need so many conditions? Then the one I'm talking about is not suitable. I'm talking about my sister-in-law's younger sister. She's divorced and now she's alone. She's honest and good at housework, but she's never been to school."
Guo Xiuqin said this a little embarrassedly. She didn't expect Shen Meng's requirements to be so high. She just felt sorry for the girl, so she wanted to help. She also wanted to arrange for her to work in the hair flower factory, but the girl was not good at needlework and spoke in a dull manner. If she went to the hair flower factory, she would definitely not be used to it. It would be better for her to work as a helper for others.
Moreover, Shen Meng is kind, Mingyang and his children are smart and well-behaved, so the girl will definitely be more open-minded. This is also the original intention, but Shen Meng's requirements are so high, this matter is afraid to fail.
Shen Meng doesn't care so much, there are so many pitiful people in the world, Mingyang and his children are gradually growing up, and the people around them can't just do housework or something. If that's all, she can just let the children eat with Aunt Chang.
"Auntie, I definitely can't go here. I'm very busy running around. Looking at the Mingyang brothers and sisters, I must have some knowledge and be able to control them. There is only one girl in the family, Fangfang. When she is here, the Mingyang brothers can be more restrained. If she is not here, the roof will be blown over in a short time. Hey, now I finally know how caring my daughter is."
"No, when I first got married, I thought about giving birth to a boy for my husband's family. Having a boy would secure my status and give my husband's family an explanation. Only those who have a daughter know how considerate this girl is, just like a little cotton-padded jacket."
Shen Meng smiled and said nothing. She didn't have a patriarchal mentality. What kind of shady explanation from her in-laws was to explain the legs of their second uncle and grandma.
While I was taking a sip of water, I saw Lu Jiaxuan sitting on the side with his head down, eating his meal listlessly, which was out of tune with the joyful atmosphere around him.
"What's wrong with Jiaxuan? Why do I see him so depressed?"
"Hey, you haven't been back to the village for a long time, so of course you don't know. He and his wife had a fight the night before. Hey, it's still unclear. What's the big deal? In the past, when life was hard, the two of them were very good to each other and were always sticky. Now that life is good, they should have iron rice bowls, but they are making trouble instead. They are just idle."
Shen Meng: "..."
And there is such a good thing, isn't it said that the hero loves the heroine to death? Why is he in love with her to the point of shaking his fist? ? ?
"That's not good. You can't hit a female comrade. I'll have to talk to him about it later."
"It's not Lao Si's fault. I don't know what made Jiao Jiao angry in the factory. She took it out on her husband and children at home. It's not just a matter of words... It's okay. A couple quarrels and makes up at the foot of the bed.
It's not a problem, it's not a problem." Shen Meng nodded seriously. Whether it's okay or not, it has nothing to do with her. No, it can't be said that it has nothing to do with her. She is in the atmosphere group.
Guo Xiuqin hadn't seen Shen Meng for a long time. She talked to her for a long time. At this time, Xiao Zhang came over and reminded her that she had a meeting in the afternoon. Director Guo was very considerate and said hello and left.
Shen Meng packed up her lunch box and was about to look for Lu Jiaxuan. Xiao Zhang suddenly stopped her.
"Secretary-General, I, I just heard from Director Guo that you want to find someone to look after Mingyang and the others. I happen to have a candidate. She's a very hardworking girl. She's nineteen years old this year, very strong, honest and enthusiastic, and she even attended elementary school."
Shen Meng raised his eyebrows and looked at him with a little scrutiny. Xiao Zhang's face turned red as he was stared at.
"I, I just want to help her. She is from our village. Her parents are nice people too. She has two older sisters and a younger brother. Her younger brother is eighteen years old and now works in our brick kiln factory. I know her well."
"Look at you. I didn't say anything. Being young is good. Young girls are quick to react. I really want to find someone to help take care of the children. After all, I'm usually busy and can't always leave them at home or with Director Qi. Okay, you can bring the girl to our house in two days. If it's okay, she can stay. If not, I won't force you!"
"Oh, okay, okay Secretary, I'll talk to her later."
Shen Meng looked at his flushed face and nervous and happy look. It was obvious that he was in love.
After she finished talking here, she handed the lunch box directly to Xiao Zhang, turned around and walked towards Lu Jiaxuan.
She didn't want to miss the good opportunity to sow discord.
Lu Jiaxuan was eating, and suddenly he felt that the sky was dark for a moment. He looked up and saw Shen Meng who looked a little serious.
He stood up quickly, swallowed the rice in his mouth, and smiled at her. No matter what, Shen Meng is now in a high position and is still his elder, so he has to be more polite.
"Sister-in-law."
Shen Meng frowned and looked him up and down.
"Jiaxuan, what's wrong with you? Why are you so listless? Today is the grand opening day of the brick kiln factory. You can't be in this state!"
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