Chapter 210 The Eve of Farewell

Those in the village who were unaware of the situation were all muttering behind the scenes, wondering if something had happened.

Of course, the people I care about most are the Liu family.

Jiang Cuihua felt a little uneasy, so she braved the heavy snow and came to Liu Yinyin's house to ask about the situation.

When Jiang Cuihua learned that her son-in-law had resigned from the steel factory and was going to return to the army, she was shocked for a moment...

Liu Yinyin said angrily: "It's also my fault for not telling you about this before."

Jiang Cuihua was stunned for a long time before she said, "Is this true? Gu Cheng is going back to the army?"

Liu Yinyin nodded: "Just a few days later."

"This... why is it so sudden?" For a moment, Jiang Cuihua didn't know what to say. She subconsciously asked, "What about you? What are you going to do?"

Of course, what she was most worried about was her daughter. If Gu Cheng returned to the army, what would happen to her in the future?

And her eldest grandson.

She was still quite worried. Although it was not bad for the girl to live in the village, it would not be good for the couple to live apart for a long time.

Liu Yinyin spoke frankly, "Gu Cheng said... that after he returns to the army, he will apply for a house. Then, Yanyan and I will follow the army."

Jiang Cuihua heaved a sigh of relief and asked, "How long will it take?"

Liu Yinyin blushed and said, "...Not sure, maybe one or two months."

Jiang Cuihua worriedly asked, "Will there be any accidents?"

To be honest, she didn't want her son-in-law to leave at all. In the past few years, the family lived in the village, had a decent job, and had no worries about food and clothing. How wonderful it was.

But this is the son-in-law's job, and she, as a mother-in-law, has no right to interfere.

"Why..." Seeing her nervous look, Liu Yinyin laughed, "Are you still worried that Gu Cheng will abandon us?"

Jiang Cuihua sighed and said, "I'm just worried about you."

Liu Yinyin smiled and comforted her, "Mom, don't worry, nothing will happen."

Even if something unexpected happens, she can survive alone with her child.

The main reason why I followed Gu Cheng to join the army was to provide Gu Yanyan with a good environment for growth. The child was still young and definitely needed the company of his father.

Of course, she didn't say the rest.

Jiang Cuihua sighed, knowing that it was useless to worry, and asked again: "When are you leaving?"

Liu Yinyin thought: "Wait a few days, we have to wait until the weather gets better."

At this point, Jiang Cuihua could only accept it. She nodded and said, "Okay, let's go see him off together later."

Liu Yinyin was thinking about something else: "Mom, how are the pigs at home? Do you have anything to feed them?"

She thought that if the pig had no food, she could kill it while Gu Cheng was at home.

It’s a good opportunity to make some dried meat for Gu Cheng to take with him on the road.

There's nothing to be reluctant about. She doesn't raise pigs for money anyway.

Speaking of this, Jiang Cuihua's face lit up with joy: "The two pigs have grown strong and healthy, weighing at least 200 kilograms. Don't worry, we still have a few bags of locust powder at home, enough to last for a few months. By the end of the year, the two pigs will weigh at least 270 or 280 kilograms, if not 300 kilograms!"

Jiang Cuihua was happy to think that the pigs at home could still grow dozens of pounds of meat. She would surely be able to sell them for a lot of money!

Liu Yinyin: “…”

Forget it. It would be a pity to kill the pig at this time. It would be better to raise it and send some dried meat to Gu Cheng later.

Two days later, the weather became a little warmer, and most of the snow on the road melted. The villagers went out one after another.

After lunch that day, Gu Cheng went to Gu's house carrying a bag of food.

Today was not the day for him to deliver food.

Moreover, Gu Cheng had already sent food to the family a few days ago, and came again today......

Everyone in the Gu family was surprised to see this.

Gu's mother thought he had figured it out, and asked excitedly, "What's the matter? Your wife doesn't want to live with you anymore?"

Otherwise, why would the younger son suddenly bring so much food home? His wife would definitely be angry with him!

She knew that this daughter-in-law was not someone who knew how to manage a life and would reveal her true colors sooner or later.

"No." Gu Cheng said in a calm tone, "Mom, I can't come home to deliver food anymore."

"What the hell?" Gu's mother was still waiting to see what was going on. She didn't expect Gu Cheng to suddenly say this. Her face immediately changed. "Why, is this what your wife meant?"

She would definitely not agree if food was not sent to her family. There are so many people in the family, how can they survive without food?

Gu's mother thought, if this was Liu Yinyin's idea, then she would definitely have to go to Liujia Village to make trouble!

Not supporting your parents-in-law is a very disrespectful act and it is not accepted in any village.

Gu Cheng: “…”

He was speechless and didn't understand why Gu's mother always thought the worst of Liu Yinyin.

Gu Cheng said truthfully: "It's my own problem, Dad and Mom. I have to go back to the army in two days, and I won't be able to come visit you often in the future."

When he said this, everyone in the Gu family was stunned.

Father Gu looked at his son in disbelief: "...Return to the army? Didn't you already be discharged?"

"That's right!" Gu's mother came to her senses and also looked confused.

Moreover, the work in the county has been arranged, so can I still go back to the army?

Gu Cheng didn't say much, just said: "It's true, the army sent me a letter asking me to hurry back to the team."

Gu's mother quickly asked, "Return to the army and continue to serve? Will you get allowances and tickets?"

Gu Cheng nodded in acknowledgement.

Mother Gu heaved a sigh of relief. She couldn't help but scold, "No matter where you are, you must not forget your parents. There is a famine in the village. If you don't take care of anything, your family will starve to death."

We are a family, even if our bones are broken the tendons are still connected. If the Gu family does not live well, it will be embarrassing for Gu Cheng to be outside.

"How dare you talk like that!" Father Gu glared at her. As parents, it was only natural for them to eat their son.

But as the eldest brother and his wife, it doesn't make sense for them to rely on their younger brother for support. Gu's mother's words made it seem as if the entire Gu family had to rely on Gu Cheng for support.

Didn’t you see that your eldest son’s face has changed?

Gu Musi didn't think there was anything wrong with what she said, and said awkwardly, "I'm telling the truth."

It is a famine year, and the land is unproductive. Even if they work, they cannot earn enough to eat.

If he failed, he would have to live like everyone else in the village, eating tree bark every day.

Gu Cheng said slowly, "Dad and Mom, I can't send food home from now on, so I will just send you ten yuan every month as before."

It is impossible for the Gu family to eat all the food he sent every month, so they must have stockpiled some food at home.

He has visited Gu's home twice recently and brought nearly 400 kilograms of food.