As for the dagger that was just taken away by the Nine Lotus Cauldron, no matter how curious Hua Xiangyun was, she could only deal with it when she got back.
Heading towards the second spot, this time she didn't need to search. A copper coin was peeking out, and Hua Xiangyun easily pulled it out.
Take a look; there's a layer of grime on top. You'll only be able to see it clearly after you clean it.
He pulled out a piece of scrap paper from the side, wrapped it up simply, and casually tossed it into his pocket before finally having the mind to look around.
This scrap yard doesn't seem to do much business. It's covered in a thick layer of dust, and it looks like it hasn't been used in a long time.
Further inside, there were piles of waste paper that hadn't been sorted out and were just randomly piled up, with a musty smell hitting you.
Without going any further, Hua Xiangyun walked toward the pile of books and newspapers she had just passed and squatted down to search for them, just like Li Lancao.
My second brother also graduated from high school, so it's time to start preparing some things.
Whether it's a high school or junior high school textbook, Hua Xiangyun would put it aside as soon as she found it.
During this time, Tian Guihua also looked back frequently and was somewhat surprised to see that her granddaughter was indeed rummaging through things.
Hua Xiangyun was indeed spoiled by them; in the past, she would never have entered this scrap yard.
Today was a bit unusual. Even though she went in out of curiosity, she was quite surprised when the person actually took action.
"Your child is quite good," Liu Fengquan praised. "The girls in our county all avoid me. To be honest, my place is much cleaner and more fertile than the fields."
These people have never been made to suffer.
Tian Guihua rolled her eyes at him, "You're always here, do you have some misunderstandings about the outside world?"
Putting everything else aside, if you were to suggest giving up this job, there would probably be a long line outside this scrap yard.
Liu Fengquan: "You're exaggerating a bit. Apart from those who have suffered in the countryside, which of these young lads would you even look at?"
Putting aside everything else, just look at my eldest grandson. I even mentioned that I would give him this job after he graduates from high school, and I'll remember the look of disdain in his eyes for the rest of my life.
Tian Guihua said, "Your child is still young. He'll understand when he grows up."
Besides, it will be several years before he goes to the countryside, and the policies might change by then.
"Then I'll take your good wishes," Liu Fengquan said, thinking that someone from the Hua family had already gone to the countryside and that Hua Xiangyun was getting on in years. "What are your family's plans? Are you really going to let this girl take over your job?"
The whole county had been discussing this matter for a long time. The Hua family was really strange. They sent their second grandson, who was the head of the family, to the countryside, but left the job to their granddaughter who was still in high school.
Tian Guihua: "That's natural. Boys always have to go out and experience bumps and bruises. Besides, my job is more suitable for girls."
Liu Fengquan smiled. This was just the Hua family's public statement. These days, jobs don't really distinguish between men and women; having something to do is good enough.
Besides, Tian Guihua's job was easy, and many people were eyeing it, but they also knew that the Hua family wouldn't sell it.
After waiting a while longer, Liu Fengquan's car still hadn't arrived, but Li Lancao had already come out with a deformed copper pot, several bowls with small chips, and a large stack of newspapers.
These things that city dwellers disdain are rare treasures for them. The bowls and basins can be used after a little cleaning, and the newspapers can be taken back to wallpaper the walls.
Hearing the commotion, Hua Xiangyun rummaged through her belongings, picked out the more intact items, and carried them to the door.
When Tian Guihua saw them come out, she stood up as well, saying, "Everything's ready."
Especially the textbooks in her granddaughter's hands looked somewhat familiar. "Sweetie, don't we have these at home?"
Hua Xiangyun said, "I'm going to give all of these to my second brother. Studying is a form of learning, and it will allow him to study more when he has free time."
Liu Fengquan, "..." The Hua family really spoiled Hua Xiangyun; she has money but nowhere to spend it.
His second brother must have been exhausted from working in the countryside; where would he find the time to continue studying?
However, he smiled and said, "You're a good boy. Now put the things on the scale, and Grandpa Liu will give you a discount."
Hua Xiangyun then realized a major problem: she had been searching for so long, but had forgotten that her pockets were empty.
"..."
Upon seeing Hua Xiangyun's expression, Tian Guihua immediately guessed what was going on. She reached out and pointed at her granddaughter, then pulled out a wad of small bills from her pocket. "Comrade Liu, how much is this?"
With that title and a businesslike tone, Liu Fengquan simply piled everything together, saying, "Seventeen and a half catties in total, two cents per catty, give me three cents."
Tian Guihua wouldn't give anyone any leverage over such a trivial matter. She casually picked up two wooden pillars from the side and said, "I'll have my old man make two small wooden stools when I get back. I'll give you four cents for both."
They usually come here to buy this kind of wood to use as firewood. The price is really not expensive; one dollar can buy a large truckload.
These two pieces of wood are a bit of a ripple, so even if we lose money, we won't lose much.
"Alright, we're old neighbors, why would you be afraid of me taking advantage of you?" Liu Fengquan thought about how some people would always take something with them when they passed by, which made him feel even more that the Hua family was trustworthy.
When they were about to leave, they added another wooden brick, saying, "This thing burns well, take one with you."
Doing this now is a favor, otherwise when the truck arrives, it will take everything, and then there will really be nothing left.
This time, Tian Guihua didn't refuse. After all, they were just a few pieces of broken wood, and she could use them as firewood anyway.
Tian Guihua had already been holding Hua Xiangyun's large stack of books in her arms, while she was clutching the three pieces of wood she had just picked up.
Li Lancao said, "Auntie, I'll give you the money when we get back."
She couldn't make a scene there, but she still needed to settle things properly.
Tian Guihua said nonchalantly, "If you really bring this up, you'll be embarrassing me. They're just little trinkets, not worth much money."
If you had come a few days earlier, you might have been able to find some good deals. There are so many people coming to town these days; some things have already been snapped up by others.
Li Lancao smiled. There were so many things to do at home. If it weren't for the approaching Spring Festival, she wouldn't have asked the couple to make this trip.
Even though Hua Xiangyun was anxious, she walked quietly to the side.
Heping County is really not big. Tian Guihua led them on a long detour before finally seeing the courtyard where they were staying.
Along the two corridors leading into the gate, many families were still busy cooking. When they saw them carrying things in, they all stopped to watch.
After seeing what they were holding, they went about their own business.
"Grandma, you're back. My grandpa has asked about you several times already." Hua Zhiping saw them push the door open and quickly went over to take the things from Tian Guihua's hands.
"Yes, we went to the junkyard. Next time, take me with you to help you move things."
When he saw what was in his hand, he was a little puzzled. "Why did you buy these things?"
My maternal cousins at most graduated from elementary school, so they had no need for these things.
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