Simple didn't notice that the midday sun was warm and pleasant. After eating and drinking her fill, she was still a little drowsy, her little head nodding. Occasionally she would wake up with a start, but she could only stay awake for a short while before drifting back into a drowsy state.
In the time it took to wait for someone, she had already dozed off several times.
However, she was still half asleep and groggy, and even as she was about to get on the bus, she was still yawning and her eyes were moist.
"Hmm..."
Tan Yajun moved a little closer, letting her lean against her.
How can you be so sleepy?
The old man sat back in his driver's seat. "Hmph, so young, yet lazier than an old man like me."
Several new educated youths returned one after another. Tang Cui's lips unconsciously curled up, and she was secretly excited. She knew they were just fooling them by saying they had a close relationship with the villagers.
Why would the villagers take a mere educated youth like you seriously? Look at them, they don't even speak politely to you.
People are openly complaining that you're lazy, let's see how you try to argue back.
She glanced at the people in front of her, then quickly lowered her head to hide her thoughts, secretly hoping the conflict between the two sides would escalate so she could enjoy the spectacle.
The others put their purchases on the oxcart, waving their hands as they did so.
Seeing Jian Dan leaning against Tan Yajun, Wang Hongmei immediately asked...
"Tan Zhiqing, Jian Zhiqing, what's wrong? Are you feeling unwell?"
Tang Cui's tone was filled with an inexplicable excitement: "Quick, start arguing!"
Even in his dazed state, he could hear the old man's words and, with his eyes closed, he would retort.
"Spring drowsiness and autumn fatigue are common, and besides, I'm still growing!"
The old man was so angry he laughed, pointing at her.
"Do you have the nerve to say that again?"
Tan Yajun could tell that Uncle Liu was just joking around with Jian Dan, but the new educated youths who had just arrived couldn't tell. They had ridden in the old man's car twice yesterday and today, and the most obvious feeling was that the old man was very serious and never smiled. They all thought he was really angry, and for a moment they were stunned and didn't know how to react.
Tang Cui even started with sarcasm.
“Jian Zhiqing, they are doing this for your own good. We came to the countryside to support rural development and to shine in this vast rural area, not for you to enjoy yourself.”
You shouldn't have this kind of thinking.
The old man saw right through you. How can you use your age as an excuse to avoid work?
Besides, the idea of spring drowsiness and autumn fatigue is utter nonsense. You're an educated young person; you should believe in science, not such baseless folk tales.
A gentle spring breeze blew, and a sudden silence fell around the oxcart. Even the drowsy Jian Dan sat up straight, finally snapping back to reality.
"What did you say?"
Su Hong was proud and aloof and disdained to criticize others, but she clearly disagreed with Tang Cui's words and was frowning as she looked at Tang Cui with a puzzled expression.
Wang Hongmei had run over, and was so busy catching her breath that she hadn't quite figured out what was going on. She wanted to strike up a conversation as usual, but she sensed something was off. After looking around twice, she didn't dare to say a word and just quietly huddled to the side, clutching her things.
Li Jianye looked up, then wiped his hair. Wang Jiancheng's lips opened and closed, but he didn't utter a single word.
The aunties who had just returned looked furious, clearly very dissatisfied with Tang Cui's words.
Lin Dongfang, who had arrived earlier, watched quietly; in that instant, a small society unfolded.
He couldn't help but chuckle softly.
"Heh, yes, Tang Zhiqing, I also want to know, which of Jian Zhiqing's words was problematic?"
I heard as soon as I arrived that the first batch of educated youth were still minors, not even sixteen years old yet. Shouldn't they be growing up?
Furthermore, every region has its own unique climate characteristics. This isn't your home, so you may not know, but please respect that and don't use your limited understanding to arbitrarily judge others.
Also, spring drowsiness, autumn fatigue, summer naps, and three months of winter sleepiness—didn't you learn that in school?
It is said that people are prone to drowsiness in spring, fatigue in autumn, sleepiness in the hot summer, and oversleeping in the cold winter. This is a natural stress response to the climate. How can this be related to science?
"Tang Zhiqing, the climate characteristics I'm describing fall under the category of natural science. Do you want to argue with me about whether I've violated any scientific principles?"
Tang Cui was simply jealous of Jian Dan and wanted to set a trap for her, while also trying to expose the false impression of her close relationship with the villagers. She never expected to receive such a lecture.
Her eyes darted between Jian Dan and Lin Dongfang, filled with resentment. She opened her mouth to retort, but Lin Dongfang spoke softly.
"Tang Zhiqing, is it because science can't out-argue me? Are you changing your tactics? Are you going to say that I have an illicit relationship with Jian Zhiqing?"
Tang Cui's Qi was knotted.
"Lin Zhiqing, we are one body."
"You know about this too? I thought Tang Zhiqing didn't."
I advised Tang, the educated youth, not to use his dark thoughts on his comrades.
Under everyone's watchful eyes, Tang Cui felt as if Lin Dongfang had ripped her face off and thrown it on the ground. In an instant, all the malice naturally shifted to Jian Dan, and her eyes were filled with resentment and hatred. Before Jian Dan's gaze turned to her, she lowered her head to hide the emotions in her eyes.
To be honest, Jian Dan didn't react for a moment.
Tang Cui's words had brought her to her senses. She wasn't known for her good temper and naturally wouldn't tolerate such behavior. But before she could say anything, Lin Dongfang spoke up.
Then she and Tan Yajun, like outsiders, watched the spectacle in a daze, and so far they haven't had a chance to fight back.
Tan Yajun asked in a low voice,
"What's up with this Lin educated youth? Why is he so protective of you?"
Simple yet confusing.
"I don't know."
At this moment, the aunt finally got some free time.
"What's going on with this female educated youth? Who said Jian was lazy? Uncle San didn't mean it that way either, so how can you talk nonsense?"
"Who knows? How old are you? How old is Jian Zhiqing? She's still growing. Besides, it's not work time right now. What's wrong with taking a nap?"
When Jian Zhiqing worked with us, she didn't slack off at all. Don't judge a book by its cover. Just because she's young doesn't mean she can't do anything. Don't assume Jian Zhiqing is like you.
Tang Cui lowered her head, twisting her hands, her hatred rising ever higher.
Just now, they only resented Jian Dan, but now they hate not only Lin Dongfang, but also the villagers who defended Jian Dan, and even the few educated youths who were silent on the side.
I really don't know what to say right now. I'm touched, I guess.
But more often than not, there were unexpected events.
Tanya bumped her shoulder.
"You really have a lot of friends, don't you?"
The old man next to him also curled up the corners of his mouth and gently waved his small whip.
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