Xu Qinghe nodded gently. "Of course, this is not only my responsibility, but also the obligation of every citizen. Starting from the smallest details, we can build a tower from a grain of sand and form an abyss from a stream, and together we can contribute to the development of New China. As for the impact on my personal life, it has also been earth-shaking. For example, I have the good fortune to meet such an outstanding person as Comrade He. In the past, such an opportunity would have been an unattainable dream for me."
Just a few short words stirred ripples in Sheng Minghuai's heart. He had never expected that he would be given such a high evaluation in Xu Qinghe's clear eyes?
Realizing that he could leave such a positive mark on the life trajectory of others, he felt an inexplicable sense of pride and joy. Even though he knew he was far from perfect, he could not contain the joy in his heart.
"Comrade Xu, you are truly overly kind. There are many people in this world who are a hundred times better than me. I hope you can meet more like-minded and outstanding friends in the future. Today's interview comes to an end. Thank you very much for your cooperation and sharing. I look forward to the next opportunity to work together."
Sheng Minghuai brought the conversation to a perfect end with a warm closing remark.
When Xu Qinghe's respectful words fell into his ears, his eyes seemed to soften.
He secretly made up his mind that after returning to the police station, he would show off to his colleagues who worked side by side with him on a daily basis, and tell them how he had the honor of interviewing a woman who was not only outstanding in appearance but also noble and pure in nature.
Xu Qinghe responded with the same elegance and courtesy, inviting him to dinner.
However, Sheng Minghuai politely declined this kindness on the grounds of work.
In the end, it was Xu Qinghe who personally sent him to the door.
Outside the door, the neighbors' curiosity was quietly ignited by the figures standing on the porch. Their conversation and laughter sounded particularly pleasant in the afterglow of the evening.
The looks from the people around were filled with envy and confusion.
But people started to discuss privately, wondering if it was reasonable for Xu Qinghe to be so close to a foreign man when Yin Yunjie was not at home.
In the past, such a situation would have caused an uproar, but things are different now, because every step of Xu Qinghe's success is closely linked to the interests of the entire village. The villagers are worried that careless words will destroy the harmony that has been established with great difficulty, so they can only watch silently as Sheng Minghuai drives away from their sight.
"Qinghe, what is the purpose of this reporter looking for you?" A middle-aged lady who looked quite prestigious could not help asking. Her voice was full of curiosity and concern. The crowd around her immediately quieted down and pricked up their ears.
A faint blush appeared on Xu Qinghe's face. She said softly, "Actually, I don't know the details very well. I just heard that they want to write an article about me and publish it in the newspaper. If it really gets published, I must buy a copy and see it with my own eyes, hehe!"
"It's been reported! This is a big happy event for our village!" someone nearby immediately exclaimed.
"That's right, Qinghe, you really make us proud!" another person echoed.
Facing everyone's praise, Xu Qinghe's smile was a little shy, but also seemed particularly sincere.
"It is everyone's responsibility to contribute to the development of the village. Who in the village doesn't make silent contributions? Next time, I will work harder to bring more benefits to everyone."
This sentence illuminated everyone's heart. The vague jealousy that had originally existed disappeared in an instant, and was replaced by deep admiration for Xu Qinghe and self-reflection - it turned out that they had misunderstood a kind and enthusiastic person.
"Oh, you are so thoughtful! If we could also be in the newspaper, I would wake up laughing in my dreams!" The aunt sighed.
"Yes, yes, I haven't even thought about this in my dreams!" someone else echoed.
The crowd gradually dispersed, and Xu Qinghe returned home happily, ready to continue preparing for dinner.
As soon as I stepped into the house, I saw Zhu Yunxiu leaning against the kitchen door. There were still traces of tears in the corners of the old woman's eyes, and it was obvious that she had been crying secretly for a long time.
"Grandma, what's wrong with you?" Xu Qinghe asked with concern.
Zhu Yunxiu gently wiped away her tears and forced a smile: "It's nothing, grandma is happy. Seeing you are so outstanding and capable, my heart is sweeter than eating honey."
As she spoke, Zhu Yunxiu gently stroked Xu Qinghe's face with her hands, which were covered with traces of time, her eyes full of doting and pride.
In her opinion, since her granddaughter could appear in the newspaper, it might not be long before she appeared on TV. Although this idea seemed a bit far-fetched, in her heart, Xu Qinghe's ability was enough for her to realize any dream.
Zhu Yunxiu secretly vowed to herself that she must live a healthy life and see the moment when her granddaughter appeared on the TV screen with her own eyes.
Xu Qinghe hugged her grandmother tightly and said softly, "Grandma, no matter where I go or how powerful I become, you will always be my strongest supporter."
"Good, good boy." Zhu Yunxiu nodded repeatedly, tears of happiness in her eyes.
The grandparents and grandchildren started busying themselves in the kitchen, and after dinner they immediately started making their own secret mushroom sauce.
Golden oil is swirling in the wok, accompanied by the aroma of homemade sauce and chili powder, filling the whole room with tempting smells.
Fortunately, the neighbors lived far away and were not attracted by the fragrance. Otherwise, they would definitely come to see what delicious dishes Xu Qinghe was cooking this time.
The production process of mushroom sauce is simple but sophisticated. First, fry the fresh mushrooms until crispy, then mix in the special sauce and chili powder, and simply stir, and a colorful and fragrant dish is ready. It tastes delicious and goes well with rice.
The finished product came out of the oven. Xu Qinghe filled a large bowl with it and walked towards Zhang Xiaocui's house not far away with a smile on his face.
Night had quietly fallen. Zhang Xiaocui and her sister-in-law were cleaning the kitchen, while the rest of the family was enjoying the coolness of the summer night in the yard.
Xu Qinghe's arrival happened to coincide with the warm moment of family reunion.
"Uncle Zhang, these are the rare wild mushrooms that Xiao Cui and I carefully picked this morning after climbing the mist-shrouded green hills. Back home, we immediately set to work, washing away the dirt and simmering them over a slow fire to create this rich, rich mushroom sauce. I'm bringing you a bowl so you can enjoy this delicious mountain delicacy."
Xu Qinghe's face was as beautiful as a flower. The porcelain bowl in her hand was actually more like a small basin, filled with bright red, shiny sauce, exuding an enticing aroma. Xu Qinghe generously added enough oil and chili when seasoning. The sauce was thick and almost overflowing, showing her sincerity.
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