Of course, some people couldn't help but say privately that Zhao Qinghuai was more ideologically aware, and Lin Ying, as expected of a capitalist's daughter, was just selfish and self-serving.
However, those who spoke ill of others behind their backs didn't get any benefit this time. As soon as they finished speaking, they were retorted: "If you have such high moral standards, why don't you take out your things and share them with everyone? What, are people selfish and have low moral standards if they don't share their things with you?"
The mountain behind is right there; if you're so capable, go hunt there yourself. The fact that they manage to get meat is their skill.
And before, Zhao Qinghuai made such a big fuss for Lin Ying. Do you think that couple is like you, full of ulterior motives? Do you think Zhao Qinghuai would have done that if Lin Ying hadn't agreed?
They really don't learn their lesson!
After saying that, the military wife was about to leave. She didn't mean to say anything nice about Lin Ying, but Zhao Qinghuai had something on her.
After taking only two steps, the military wife said to the other military wife who had just spoken, "Also, I'm afraid of you daring to bring up someone's class background. If you bring this up again, let's not talk anymore. I don't have much self-control; I get anxious and upset if others say a few words. If my husband, Lao Shen, doesn't like me anymore, you'll have to find me someone just as good as Lao Shen."
Ignoring the woman who was gossiping behind her back as soon as she received the meat, the woman quickly headed towards the supply and marketing cooperative. She hadn't received her meat yet.
Knowing that Zhao Qinghuai was trying to maintain her relationship with the military spouse, Lin Ying didn't make a fuss. They were all in the same compound; even if they weren't exactly like family, at least she shouldn't have to worry about being harmed every day.
This is about living life, not about undergoing a tribulation.
Having figured this out, Lin Ying took the knife Zhao Qinghuai handed her. After asking how much she would get in the split, she took it.
"It's time to make dinner. Go find Shuanzi and come back to watch over Er Ya. Did Er Ya take a nap at noon? Oh, and change Er Ya's clothes before she comes inside. They look so dirty."
Zhao Qinghuai felt a little guilty: "Okay, then I'll go back and cook."
After saying that, he pulled the cart and left with Er Ya.
This scene, witnessed by his sister-in-law who had just been making sarcastic remarks, further confirmed his belief that while Zhao Qinghuai was quite capable outside, at home, he still listened to Lin Ying.
Lin Ying doesn't like eating wild boar meat because of its strong gamey smell. She thinks she can only handle it because she eats beef or roe deer meat.
However, she didn't refuse what was rightfully hers. Lin Ying kept four pounds of spare ribs.
These cuts of meat, which would be incredibly expensive in later generations, are disliked here because bones are also considered part of the weight. Moreover, most people prefer fatty meat with some fat.
When Lin Ying returned home carrying the ribs tied with rope, Er Ya and Shuanzi had already been bathed and dressed by Zhao Qinghuai.
Meanwhile, Zhao Qinghuai was washing clothes.
Seeing Lin Ying return, Zhao Qinghuai stood up: "You're back? Dinner's ready, let's eat first. Shuanzi, stop playing, come wash your hands and eat."
Lin Ying glanced at the stir-fried cabbage for dinner and said something.
"Don't rush, I brought back a few pounds of pork ribs, let's cook them first and then eat."
Zhao Qinghuai smiled and said, "Okay. I love your sweet and sour pork ribs."
Lin Ying said, "Then sit down. Wait."
Soon, Lin Ying chopped the ribs into small pieces, then carried a bucket of water out.
It just so happened that the stove outside needed to be lit. Lin Ying simply sat down on the stove outside.
One stove was used to boil water, and another stove was lit to blanch the pork ribs.
After blanching the pork ribs, Lin Ying skillfully scooped them out and drained them. She poured some oil into the pot, and once it was hot, she added scallions, ginger, and garlic to sauté until fragrant. The aroma instantly filled the air, making Shuanzi inside the house exclaim that he was hungry.
Next, Lin Ying poured the ribs into the pot and stir-fried them, adding sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, and other seasonings. The color gradually became more enticing, and the sweet and sour aroma filled the entire courtyard.
Zhao Qinghuai also came into the yard to help add firewood, the flames reflecting his tender gaze towards Lin Ying. Before long, the sweet and sour pork ribs were ready.
Lin Ying carried the plate into the house. Shuanzi eagerly reached out to grab it, but Zhao Qinghuai slapped his little hand away with a smile. The family sat together, enjoying the rare meal. Lin Ying picked up a piece of pork rib and put it in Er Ya's bowl, and Er Ya smiled happily.
Zhao Qinghuai took a bite of the rib and said with satisfaction, "It's truly amazing that you made it; the taste is superb." Lin Ying watched her family enjoy the meal, her heart filled with happiness. In this era of scarcity, such a simple sweet and sour rib meal filled this small family with warmth and joy.
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