Her colleagues in the factory also give her more care and support for her sake.
Although Xu Qinghe did not understand Director Li's inner worries, she keenly realized that this was an opportunity to show herself and repay a favor.
So, she took the initiative to suggest: "Sister Li, I am quite interested in clothing design. I usually draw some designs myself and ask grandma to help me make clothes. If you don't mind, I can try to draw a few for you to see. Maybe they can come in handy."
Director Li was a little surprised after hearing this. He didn't expect Xu Qinghe had this skill.
She secretly thought that as a girl who grew up in the countryside, her knowledge and experience were limited, and the design drawings she drew would probably not reach professional level.
However, after thinking about it, Director Li realized that Xu Qinghe was sincere and that he had helped him a lot, so he readily agreed.
"Okay, then we'll charge you for your design based on the standards we set for others. Whenever you finish your drawing, just send it to me!" She calculated silently in her mind, and regarded this cooperation as a way to repay the little girl's enthusiastic help.
If the design is really unsatisfactory, it doesn't matter if you spend a little more money to make up for it. After all, you shouldn't owe favors easily.
When Xu Qinghe heard this, the smile in his eyes became even brighter.
In this way, not only did it solve the hidden worries about future supply, but it also laid a solid foundation for its own plans.
Although these thoughts are not convenient to express directly, they are understood by each other.
At the same time, there was always a voice in her heart muttering that there must be something behind Deputy Director Liu's repeated harassment of her.
Frequent contact with the garment factory in the future would serve as an opportunity to secretly investigate and uncover the mystery to see who was secretly obstructing her and didn't want her to have a good life.
After a conversation, Xu Qinghe made an excuse, saying that he was going to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy some daily necessities, and the two went their separate ways.
In fact, she quietly turned into a remote alley where her bicycle was parked. Then she got on the bicycle, facing the breeze, and rode all the way towards home.
On the way, Xu Qinghe deliberately detoured to her "secret base".
She picked out a few items and planned to go home and lie that she had just bought them from the supply and marketing cooperative, so that no one would be suspicious.
While they were still some distance away from the house, two lively puppies were already running towards her, wagging their tails and circling around her feet. Their adorable appearance instantly melted her heart.
Xu Qinghe pushed her bicycle into the courtyard, parked it carefully, and began to show Zhu Yunxiu the "trophies" she brought back one by one: nutritious malted milk, delicate milk powder, colorful candies, and various condiments that are indispensable in the kitchen.
She handed the malted milk and milk powder to Zhu Yunxiu and persuaded her to mix them and drink them to supplement her nutrition.
However, Zhu Yunxiu repeatedly waved her hands and refused: "I haven't finished the malted milk from last time. You can keep the new one for yourself. And this milk powder is so expensive. Don't waste it on my old bones."
Since we moved, my granddaughter often buys these good things. The child is in the growth period and it is her duty to eat well. But I am old and my time is running out, so there is no need to spend so much money.
Besides, wouldn’t it be better to keep these good things for your great-grandchildren to enjoy in the future?
"Grandma, what are you talking about? This is my way of showing my filial piety to you. You must eat and drink well and stay healthy. You will have to help me take care of the children in the future!" Xu Qinghe said with anticipation.
The thought of having her own children after marriage and having elders at home to help take care of them made her yearn for the joy of family.
When Zhu Yunxiu heard this, smiles filled her wrinkles and her eyes narrowed into slits.
Xu Qinghe struck while the iron was hot and continued to persuade her, "Grandma, you can't always lock yourself up at home. Go out more often, chat with the elderly in the village, and have some fun. It's good for both your body and mind. Staying stuck at home all day is unbearable for you, not to mention your age. Even for us young people, it's unbearable."
In the past, Zhu Yunxiu seldom went out because of her mobility problems and was afraid of becoming a burden to her granddaughter.
In addition, the human relationships in the village are complicated, and families with better conditions will inevitably be prejudiced against families with poor conditions. In particular, she had been treated coldly by her daughter-in-law and was often pointed at when she went out. Over time, she became more and more reluctant to leave the house.
But now, the granddaughter is both promising and filial, which is a rare sight in the village. Whenever she goes out, she will only attract envious glances, and no one dares to look down on her.
After careful consideration, Zhu Yunxiu suddenly felt an urge to try it out.
After all, we are just ordinary people. Who can resist the eyes of praise and envy?
Zhu Yunxiu is naturally no exception. Although she considers herself ordinary, her granddaughter's achievements are enough to make her proud among her neighbors.
"Okay, I'm busy making tofu these days. As soon as the fresh tofu comes out of the oven, I'll change into clean clothes and go out for a walk." Zhu Yunxiu agreed cheerfully, her smile brighter than anyone else's.
As for the malted milk and milk powder, she gladly accepted them.
My granddaughter is right. I have to keep my body strong first so that I can have the strength to welcome my great-grandson in the future!
For most people, changing their mindset is like moving mountains and filling the sea, but Zhu Yunxiu was able to see the light, and Xu Qinghe felt an indescribable joy deep in his heart.
This elder is not only willing to listen to the opinions of young people, but also has a sense of humor.
The hour hand jumped lightly in the tranquility of the early morning. Xu Qinghe returned to his cabin and immediately immersed himself in the ocean of drawing designs.
Although she is not a design major, her obsession with mobile phones in her previous life has exposed her to a lot of design knowledge. Her love for design and the difficult road of self-study have also given her unique insights.
More importantly, her keen insight into the trends of the times is undoubtedly her greatest asset.
At this moment, the spring breeze of reform has not yet blown across this ancient land, and the clothing industry still maintains a relatively conservative style with subtle changes.
However, Xu Qinghe is determined to display her talent within the limited space. She plans to start with the selection of fabrics and innovation of patterns, striving to design works that are both novel and unique while retaining a sense of the times.
Every stroke and every line on the drawing is the result of her repeated consideration and meticulous carving. She longs for a design that can instantly attract Director Li's attention, so as to use it as a stepping stone to prove her self-worth and win the right to speak in the fashion industry.
After all, in this world, only the truly strong can win the respect of others.
Looking back on the past, she also started from nothing, took one step at a time, and finally climbed to the pinnacle of life.
In that era of fierce competition, she was able to carve out a world of her own. So in this new era where opportunities and challenges coexist, wouldn't success be just around the corner?
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