Although the plastic sheeting is made of tar paper and costs money, it's still a good deal compared to being able to eat the vegetables sooner.
Oh dear, why didn't they think of that?
They looked at each other, neither daring to say anything, until finally Sister-in-law Wang couldn't stand it anymore.
"Well, sis, it's almost noon. You go ahead with your work, we'll head back now, it's time to cook."
Looking at the sun, which was still setting in the east, he didn't press the matter further.
"Okay, sister-in-law, you guys go ahead with your work. You have elderly people and children at home, unlike me who has so much free time."
"Ah, haha, yes, yes!"
They readily accepted the excuse given to them.
"Yes, we can't stay out for too long, so we'll leave now and come back to talk to you another day."
Everyone had left, and the last of the women, Sister Wang, sighed.
"Girl, you blame them for being anxious, but they have no other choice. These families are the poorest, with elderly people and children at home, all relying on the man's allowance. Forget about vegetables, they're even stingy with cabbage and radishes. Sigh!"
I'm not afraid to tell you the truth, they came to you for advice. Look, you just finished speaking and they've already run off, probably going back to dig up seedlings."
Having lived in the village for several years, I've gained a lot of understanding of rural life. For example, some people subconsciously imitate others when they're not good at something.
Like those families who fled the famine, they didn't understand the situation here, so they actively imitated the villagers from the beginning.
The educated youth who came to the village experienced the same thing: working in the fields, weeding, harvesting corn, cutting stalks, and even cooking and carrying water. They learned everything on their own. Jian Dan was already used to and accepted this situation.
"Sister-in-law, what's this? If it can really help everyone, then it's a good thing."
As you know, I was a sent-down youth who stayed in the village for five or six years. Most of what I know now was learned in the village. Actually, it's not a secret. In a little over a month, the seedlings will be able to be transplanted out of the village.
I'm just thinking about it, and I don't know if it will work, but I figure it'll grow faster than planting seeds directly later.
"We're already short of everything here, and this season is a lean time when food is scarce. Even if all the hard work means we can have a few more bites of vegetables, it's all worth it, sister-in-law, don't you think?"
Sister-in-law Wang's gaze towards Jian Dan showed growing fondness.
"That's absolutely right, that's the point. So why did we come all this way here? Isn't it to live a good life?"
"yes,"
Simplicity brings laughter.
"So I'm quite happy with what these sisters-in-law did; they're all family-oriented."
Sister-in-law Wang only stayed because she didn't want Jian Dan to overthink things; after saying a few words, she was about to leave as well.
"Alright, stop talking about them. I need to hurry back too, or I'll fall behind them."
She just smiled and said, "Why are you in such a hurry? It's like if you don't go back today, it will cause some huge problem."
However, it's all for the sake of their families eating more food. These people are actually quite adorable.
The military was also discussing this matter. Previously, it was said that Cheng Chao would go, since he often went on missions and knew a wide range of people from all walks of life, which would provide some convenience in this regard.
As the event was drawing to a close, Qin Qinghuai suggested that they go together. Back in the office, Commander Lin even teased him about it.
"What do you mean? You don't trust your brother-in-law?"
But if you go with him, will you be protecting him, or will he be protecting you?
Qin Qinghuai shook his head, his face displeased.
"Commander, this time I'm going to use this as an excuse to settle things personally. Jian Dan and I will go with Brother Chao, but on the way, I need to go back to the capital."
Seeing that he wasn't joking at all, Commander Lin also stopped his playful antics.
What's wrong? Is something wrong at home?
“My sister-in-law, who is not very discerning, wanted my father to arrange a position for my older brother. When my father disagreed, she secretly took action.”
Commander Lin's face was ashen.
"Again, a report?"
"no,"
Qin Qinghuai shook his head.
"She's not that stupid. If she reports him, she won't even be able to keep her good life now. Su Ri'an isn't a good person, but you have to admit that she's good to the two children. If the old man gets into trouble because of her report, then the two children will definitely be implicated as well."
However, for some reason, she had someone investigate Jian Dan's background and found out that Jian Dan's ancestors were big capitalists. She wanted to use this to make a deal with the old man, otherwise she would expose Jian Dan's secrets.
We just got married, and Jian Dan hasn't even gone back to meet them yet. The old man can easily make an excuse that he doesn't know his daughter-in-law well and can completely distance himself from the situation.
"Is she here for you?"
Qin Qinghuai's face was as dark as the bottom of a pot.
"Yes, they came for me."
A few days ago, the old lady divided the family property and had someone bring over the things she gave me.
I suspect this reason involves a catalyst that prompted her to act so quickly.
Also, when I first joined the army, she introduced me to one of her friends, but I didn't agree. Later, that person married a minor official in a committee, and she probably still remembers that.
Commander Lin stared in disbelief, looking him up and down.
"Tell me the truth, isn't this sister-in-law someone you got involved with some kind of romantic entanglement? Isn't this just a plot from a storybook where love turns to hate?"
"Go away, go away, what romantic entanglements? I'm already too busy with my wife, how can I have time to look at other people?"
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