"It's my dad. He really doesn't want to let the little guys leave and wants to keep them for a few more days. If you really want to take them away, you can come tonight and let him enjoy spending some more time with the puppies."
Xu Qinghe knew that Zhang Xiaocui's father was full of love for these little lives.
She couldn't help feeling happy as she imagined the two furry little lives would soon become part of her family.
The family has already prepared a warm nest for them, covered with layers of old clothes to ensure that the little ones can sleep comfortably even on hot summer days.
In the afternoon, the sun filled the yard and the time was around three o'clock.
Xu Qinghe carried a wooden bucket, drew clean water from the well, poured bucket after bucket into the washing basin, and began to carefully wash the mushrooms he had picked in the morning.
Zhu Yunxiu, the kind old lady, was also attracted by the busy figures and took the initiative to step forward to help.
Although there were abundant mushrooms, it was quite difficult to clean them up. The two worked together and finally completed the task after two hours of unremitting efforts.
The cleaned mushrooms are spread evenly on a bamboo sieve.
Xu Qinghe moved to the kitchen and began to prepare dinner, while Zhu Yunxiu silently selected vegetables on the side. The two of them followed one another's movements in perfect harmony.
Just as the quiet afternoon was slowly passing, a voice suddenly sounded outside the door, breaking the silence. "Excuse me, is this Xu Qinghe's home? Is anyone here?"
Hearing this, Xu Qinghe quickly washed his hands, walked quickly to the door, opened it, and responded with a kind face, "Yes, I am Xu Qinghe. What can I do for you?"
Outside the door stood a young man with a handsome face, wearing neat dark blue work pants and a white shirt. He looked both scholarly and urbane.
Although Xu Qinghe confirmed that he had never had any contact with this stranger, he still remained vigilant and confirmed his purpose again.
Fortunately, the young man was very polite and took the initiative to introduce himself: "Hello, Ms. Xu, my name is Sheng Minghuai, and I'm a reporter for the county radio station. I've heard that you have made great efforts for the development of the village alone. I would like to interview you in person and spread your deeds and spirit through the radio. I wonder if it is convenient for me to accept the interview now?"
In order to prove his identity, Sheng Minghuai also showed his work ID.
Xu Qinghe realized that this visit might be a rare opportunity for her to increase the village's visibility. Although this might not be the best time for an interview, she still warmly welcomed Sheng Minghuai into her home, poured him a glass of cool water, and said with a smile: "Comrade, you have worked hard on this journey. Please drink some water and rest first. We are not in a hurry for the interview."
After a long ride, especially on the bumpy road in the mountains, Sheng Minghuai did feel a little tired. After politely thanking him, he took the cup of water and sipped it gently.
Then, he quickly got into work mode, took out his notebook, and prepared to start the interview according to the questions he had prepared earlier, holding the pen tightly in his hand.
Zhu Yunxiu, who was in the kitchen, was both excited and nervous when she learned that a reporter who wanted to interview the village's development had come to her home. She quietly hid behind the door, peeking at everything outside through the gap, her eyes full of pride and pride in her granddaughter.
Look, the granddaughter's actions not only won the approval of people around her, but also vividly interpreted the old saying: Like father, like mother. No matter where they are born, one day they will appear in front of the world in a dazzling manner and shine with their own unique light.
At this point, Sheng Minghuai has officially kicked off the interview.
He first spoke softly, step by step, to inquire about Xu Qinghe's family situation and educational experience, and then changed the subject to discuss in depth how the idea of cooperating with the supply and marketing cooperative came about, whether there was a wise person behind the scenes guiding her, and her mental journey along the way.
Xu Qinghe responded with remarkable candor, "From my earliest childhood, my grandmother's loving kindness nurtured every moment of my growth. Even after we got married, we were never apart, living in the same room, warm and dependent on each other. As for my studies, I truly didn't have access to formal education. The few words I do know are acquired through private self-study, bit by bit."
"As for the inspiration for this collaboration, it stems from my daily observations at the supply and marketing cooperatives: city dwellers often struggle to find fresh vegetables, while in rural areas, food is so plentiful we practically have to feed our poultry. I thought, if there were a bridge that could cleverly connect urban and rural areas, allowing for resource sharing, wouldn't that be the best of both worlds, creating new opportunities for win-win cooperation and development for both regions?"
"As for the support and guidance behind this, there was no one else involved. It was all my own repeated deliberation and trial and error. Of course, I also had the full support of my loyal, reliable, and broad-minded husband, Yin Yunjie, a soldier. He firmly believes that every step forward for the country is the result of the sweat and wisdom of the people. When I first proposed this idea, he was the first to stand by me, encouraging me to move forward with his resolute eyes."
"Without him, I wouldn't be who I am today. I am filled with gratitude for his encouragement and love. This gratitude will become my driving force and spur me on to keep moving forward."
Xu Qinghe sat with an elegant and calm posture, and her words and deeds revealed an extraordinary clarity, making it hard to believe that this was the kind of demeanor that a woman without formal education could display.
The husband she frequently mentioned, the overflowing sense of happiness and sweetness, even Sheng Minghuai could deeply feel the richness of that emotion.
Sheng Minghuai was deeply moved by this sincere friendship. "I see. No wonder you have such profound insights and foresight. I'm sure it's your partner's love and endless patience that have silently supported you, making you who you are today. You two are truly the epitome of a perfect couple. When I write about this, I will definitely describe this deep friendship in vivid detail!"
Xu Qinghe was sincerely pleased that Sheng Minghuai could deeply understand and appreciate the way they got along.
Her husband, Yin Yunjie, as a soldier, has always been a representative of righteousness in the public eye. However, at home, his unknown gentleness and thoughtfulness are the side that she most wants the world to know. She hopes that in this way, the outside world will see a more three-dimensional and full-bodied Yin Yunjie, so as to push his career to a higher level.
As the interview continued, Sheng Minghuai's curiosity seemed insatiable. "So, Comrade Xu, do you plan to continue promoting this type of cooperation model in the future? What changes and impacts do you think these initiatives have had on your life?"
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