As the village chief inspected the goods, he exclaimed repeatedly, "The quality is even better than what we grow ourselves! Look at these soybeans, each one is plump and round, with an attractive color!"
The village chief reached into the bottom of the bag, grabbed a handful at random, and found that the quality was consistent with what was shown on the surface. This was enough to prove that the Sun family was honest and reliable and would not cut corners.
"Village Chief, don't worry, these beans and peppers are carefully selected by our whole family, there is absolutely no problem!"
Seeing this, Sun Hongbing quickly expressed his attitude.
The village chief nodded with satisfaction and said with a smile, "Of course I trust you, but this matter concerns the interests of the entire village, so the inspection cannot be sloppy. I have carefully inspected this batch of goods, and they are all top-quality goods. Let's weigh them now!"
Since the village chief's children were all busy with their own work, they asked Sun Hongbing and Sun Fu to help load the goods onto the scale.
Under the warm sunshine, the two people from the Sun family skillfully shuttled through the fields. Their movements were smooth and tacit, as if they had an inextricable bond with this land.
Sweat glistened on their foreheads, but it did not slow them down at all.
Soon, the fresh crops piled up into small hills, each one plump and full of vitality, which was the best proof of their hard work.
When weighing, the village chief came over and carefully examined the crops with his eyes that had seen through many vicissitudes of life, with a hint of approval in his eyes.
He knew that the quality of this batch of goods was extraordinary. Not only were the colors bright, but the sizes were also uniform, which was obviously the result of careful care.
Therefore, he decided to pay an extra cent per kilogram based on the village's previous purchase price. This was not only a recognition of the quality of the crops, but also a silent support for Xu Qinghe's family.
When the Sun family heard the news, they smiled brightly, like flowers blooming in spring.
One after another, they expressed their gratitude to the village chief, their voices full of sincerity and joy, and promised that the goods delivered in the future would maintain the same high quality. This promise was like a seed, deeply buried in their hearts.
The village chief smiled and nodded, his kindness and amiability made people feel endeared.
He turned around and went back to get the money. After a while, he came back with a stack of banknotes in his hand. After counting them in front of everyone, he handed them to the Sun family.
It was a heavy harvest, two hundred and sixty-six yuan. For the Sun family, it was not just a number, but hope for the future and a vision of a better life.
After the money was distributed in the village, the Sun family was able to keep about 20 yuan, and their own soybeans were sold for more than ten yuan. Although the difference in price was not much, it was enough to make this thrifty family feel relieved.
This unexpected gain, equivalent to the sum of their hard work for the previous month, made the Sun family both surprised and moved. They could hardly believe that they could hold the cash in their hands so quickly instead of waiting for several days as usual.
Xu Qinghe carefully reminded her cousin to keep the money safe, and at the same time warmly invited the village chief and his wife to dinner. Her words were full of sincerity and expectation, a kind of warmth that wanted to bring them closer together.
Although Qin Huixin was confused, when she saw Xiaoyue's eager eyes, she understood the deep meaning and quickly nodded in agreement with a warm smile on her face.
The village chief originally wanted to be polite, but when he heard that there was something to discuss, he gladly accepted the invitation.
Xu Qinghe and Qin Huixin's family returned home first and started to get busy preparing dinner.
In the kitchen, the sounds of knives and spatulas colliding with laughter intertwined to create a warm picture.
Sun Fu and Sun Hongbing were not idle either. They worked together to chop firewood. Their powerful movements and tacit cooperation made the whole yard full of vitality.
Xu Qinghe specially bought a local chicken from his neighbor's house. After careful cooking, it became a pot of fragrant braised chicken with soft and glutinous potatoes. The aroma seemed to have magical power, which aroused the appetite of the village head and his wife from afar, making them recall the delicious food of their youth, and their throats moved unconsciously.
Xu Qinghe's skillful hands not only improved the family's life, but also filled the home with love and warmth.
Despite having a large family and limited financial resources, they always prioritize the needs of their children and bear the burden themselves.
Xu Qinghe prepared an exceptionally sumptuous meal tonight, and she poured her heart and soul into every dish. It was not just food, but also her deep love for her family.
At dinner time, everyone sat around a table, facing the table full of delicious food. Qin Huixin felt a warm current in her heart. She felt Xu Qinghe's sincerity and closeness, and secretly vowed to work harder and not let the children suffer any grievances again.
However, hunger made everyone forget their business temporarily. Everyone was immersed in the food. Only after they were full did they have room to talk.
The village chief broke the silence first and asked what Sun Fu was talking about.
Sun Fu looked bewildered and looked at Xu Qinghe for help, but she just smiled lightly, turned around, took out a bottle of wine from the house, filled it for everyone, and suggested that they drink and chat.
Xu Qinghe's proposal hit the nail on the head. She hoped that the village chief could guarantee them long-term cooperation. In this way, Qin Huixin and her fellow villagers could grow soybeans and peppers with peace of mind without having to worry about sales.
After hearing this, the village chief originally thought it was a difficult problem, but he didn't expect it to be such a simple request. He couldn't help but laugh heartily and slapped his thigh, saying that as long as the village workshop is still in operation, the demand for soybeans will not stop, and such cooperation will be beneficial to both parties.
This news was undoubtedly great news for Qin Huixin's family. They had never expected that Xu Qinghe's proposal would be approved so smoothly, and their hearts were filled with gratitude and joy.
Sun Fu was so excited that he didn't know how to express himself. He raised his glass, expressed his most sincere gratitude to the village chief, and then drank it all in one gulp. It was strong sorghum wine. Seeing this, Xu Qinghe's eyes almost popped out, fearing that he couldn't bear it.
Fortunately, Sun Fu had filled his stomach before, so although his cheeks were flushed, he did not feel any other discomfort.
The village chief was also infected by this heroic spirit. He admired these simple and genuine people and felt that although they were not good at speaking, they were reliable and trustworthy.
Just as he was about to drink heavily, Xu Qinghe hurriedly dissuaded him, worried about his health, and suggested that he savor the food slowly and eat more dishes.
Sun Fu also followed suit to persuade, and the scene was filled with warmth and care.
The village chief's wife looked at the old man with a reproachful look, her tone mixed with indulgence and reproach, saying that he always neglected his health.
This scene caused everyone to burst into laughter. Xu Qinghe couldn't help but be infected by the joyful atmosphere, but a trace of longing flashed through her heart. She thought of Yin Yunjie who was far away, wondering if he was safe and whether he was also missing her in some corner.
The alcohol slightly tainted her thoughts, causing her heart to fly far away, filled with uneasiness and worry.
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