"Why not?"
Ke Meiyu displayed her beauty to the fullest, declaring, "Even heroes can't resist the charms of a beautiful woman. Aren't I beautiful enough?"
"Men work hard for their families, and women only need to be beautiful!"
"Or is it that Comrade Tang has an extra piece of flesh or something extra in his head, causing a chemical reaction? Is he in better shape than me?"
"To be honest, I'm the best off in the whole area right now. I'm willing to disregard Comrade Qin's current situation and become his partner. If Comrade Tang were perfectly fine and just an ordinary educated youth, would you still dare to get close to Comrade Qin?"
Tang Aiyu bit her lip tightly. Indeed, she was now living in a cowshed because of her grandfather's influence, and she was of marriageable age. There was a man with excellent conditions living next to her, so why shouldn't she do her best to get married?
If, she couldn't help but follow Ke Meiyu's assumption, if she had no stain on her reputation, she really wouldn't have had the courage to ruin the rest of her life for someone she loved.
"So, even if Comrade Tang ever had even the slightest affection for my Comrade Qin, you should be kind and wish him happiness in the future, right?" As soon as Ke Meiyu finished speaking, the waiter brought over the plates.
She immediately smiled and praised, "Young lady, you're beautiful and hardworking. The food looks delicious. Chef, you've worked hard too!"
Chinese people are generally reserved, and they are shy about saying things like admitting mistakes or sincerely praising someone.
Although the waiters and chefs had a bad attitude, they were still conscientious in their work, dealing with customers' quiet complaints every day, at most a thank you.
Working in the same job for a long time inevitably leads to burnout; people lose all passion.
Ke Meiyu's words naturally made them feel relieved!
"The girl is pretty and has a sweet tongue," the waiter said somewhat shyly in return.
A plate of glistening, tender braised pork, a plate of braised pork ribs with potatoes, a plate of stewed chicken with mushrooms, a plate of small fried fish, a plate of scrambled eggs with tomatoes, a plate of eggplant with garlic, a pot of sweet corn soup, and a bowl of rice!
Ke Meiyu even stood up and helped the waiter set the plates, saying, "Miss, let's move the food over here, so we don't take up their seats."
The four people who hadn't even sat down stared at each other, wondering if two adults and a child could finish all this food.
The food was very hearty, with each plate large and overflowing.
Besides, with so many dishes, and since they're from the same village sitting together, shouldn't they eat together?
They're newlyweds, shouldn't they at least show some appreciation?
However, Qin Yuanjiu sat down and didn't greet anyone, letting Ke Meiyu put the dishes in his direction.
The waiter helped to clear out only one bowl in front of the four people.
Tang Aiyu had her own plans, but didn't want them to be out in the open. She retorted defiantly, "Comrade Ke, aren't you being a bit too domineering? We're all sharing a table; if you fill it up, how are we supposed to sit?"
Before Ke Meiyu could speak, the waiter glanced at her and said casually, "Excuse me, sir, we're out of food. We only have plain noodles left, and one bowl is just the right size."
One sentence left the four of them speechless, even Hui Keman couldn't help but put on a cold face: "Comrade, we're only one step away from the comrade in front of us, how come there's no food left?"
The head chef poked his head out of the window and slammed his large ladle against the outside. "Don't you even know it's past lunchtime? You're lucky if we even have plain noodles now. Take it or leave it!"
People around him also advised, "Comrade, we should just eat whatever the state-run restaurant has, otherwise there won't be any noodles left."
As for differential treatment, you'll get used to it.
Not wanting to leave in anger, the four of them could only sit down and each order a bowl of plain noodles.
Plain noodles are nothing more than stir-fried scallions, topped with a fried egg and a drop of sesame oil, and that's it.
In the past, plain noodles were a luxury, one of the things the educated youth wanted to treat themselves. But now, facing a table full of meat and vegetables, it seemed too bland, no different from drinking plain water, and it was a waste of their food coupons and money!
Xiao Tuanzi and Ke Meiyu buried themselves in their food, while Qin Yuanjiu ate slowly and methodically, but at a considerable pace.
The three of them achieved remarkable results in their battle, managing to devour six dishes, a bowl of soup, and a bowl of rice completely!
Others thought Qin Yuanjiu had a big appetite, but in reality, Ke Meiyu was just as big as him.
He glanced at Ke Meiyu.
Having finally achieved some physical and emotional satisfaction, Ke Meiyu felt guilty and immediately glared back.
Qin Yuanjiu stood up, took out his money and receipts, and paid the bill.
The waiter smiled and gave me the insider price.
After leaving the state-run restaurant, the educated youth discussed going to the supply and marketing cooperative.
They were all city kids who came to the city to pick up packages. As soon as the money and coupons arrived, they couldn't resist treating themselves to some daily necessities.
Qin Yuanjiu frowned as he looked at Ke Meiyu.
"What are you doing?" Ke Meiyu was a little embarrassed and annoyed, and she shouted in a low voice, "You regret it? You think I eat too much and you can't afford to support me?"
Qin Yuanjiu sighed slightly, "It's too late to regret it now. We've already got the marriage certificate. I'll just treat it like I'm raising a little pink pig at home and work hard to earn money to support the family."
Ke Meiyu pointed to her nose in disbelief, "Have you ever seen such a cute and pretty little pink pig?"
The little dumpling chimed in, showing off: "Sister, there's a kind of guinea pig that's tiny and pink. Some rich people keep them as pets, and they're very expensive!"
"Okay, okay, I'm a little pink pig, right?" Ke Meiyu nodded. "Then you'd better serve me well!"
Qin Yuanjiu mounted the carriage, and the children, one big and one small, took their seats.
He turned around and went to the supply and marketing cooperative. After getting off the bus, as the two of them, one big and one small, peered into the store, he coughed softly and said casually, "I can buy some wedding candy and pastries, a watch, and a radio for you. We already have a bicycle, and a television is a bit too flashy, so let's exchange that for a monetary gift. Do you still need a sewing machine?"
Ke Meiyu turned to look at him in surprise and examined him carefully.
Wouldn't people who are exiled usually end up in dire straits?
How could he produce such a large dowry without batting an eye?
Ke Meiyu was in a daze. Amidst the astonishment and shock of the other educated youth, she watched as Qin Yuanjiu bought a plum blossom watch, a radio, a pair of thermos flasks, a pair of enamel basins, a set of bed sheets, a quilt cover, and pillows, a stack of fabric, two sets of ready-made clothes, as well as pastries, wedding candies, milk candies, malted milk, and lean meat, etc.
The handlebars were covered with things, and Ke Meiyu wore a brand-new, beautiful silver plum blossom watch on her wrist, while also holding a bag in her arms.
As they approached the village entrance, Qin Yuanjiu stopped the car and handed over a ten-pound piece of pork belly. "Take Xiaohai back first and tell your family about the situation. Tomorrow I'll find someone to propose marriage. Although we've registered our marriage, people in the countryside value tradition. Even if we keep it simple, there should still be some ceremony."
Ke Meiyu wore a plum blossom watch on one hand and held Lu Yuehai's hand with the other, her face full of worry. It was all over. She had followed the system's tasks and completed the marriage certificate task in one step, but she hadn't discussed it with her family.
She could fully imagine what kind of situation she would face later!
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