The mother of the era is reborn to support her cannon fodder children!

Chapter 197 "Guide to Mushroom Cultivation"

Lin Zhao only learned about Wei Xiangdong's injury after she returned.

I learned it from Hengbao. He and his brother went to the old house to distribute wedding candy, and Lai Mei told them about it.

The child couldn't hold back his words, and he had an unusually strong urge to share with his mother.

He rushed home and told Lin Zhao what had happened.

Upon hearing this, Lin Zhao immediately went to the old house to find out what was going on.

In the original book, the Wei family's ending wasn't very good.

Rushing into the old house, they asked around and learned that Wei Xiangdong had gone to save someone.

Oh, help...

save people?

Lin Zhao couldn't connect Wei Xiangdong with the rescue, no matter what she did. Whenever they talked about selflessly sacrificing oneself for others, that person always seemed indifferent.

"My brother-in-law was injured while saving someone?" It took him several seconds to process what he said, his voice still filled with disbelief.

"You didn't expect this, did you?" Gu's mother's face was full of worry, and two more white hairs appeared. "I didn't expect it either. Xiang Dong is not an impulsive person. Why did he rush up to save people? It's good that he's alright, but what if something had happened to him? What would A Chan and the two stones do?"

"Didn't Mother go to see her?" Lin Zhao asked again.

As Mrs. Gu washed the lunchbox, she replied, "The second son went. I'd only be anxious if I went. I'll go tomorrow."

She couldn't help but ramble on, "Xiang Dong is badly injured; his medical expenses alone will cost no less than four hundred. And that guy who got struck by lightning, he wasn't even thanked when he was rescued, but he ran away quickly!"

As Gu's mother spoke, she grew increasingly angry, her eyes fierce, and she used great force in her hand, causing the gourd flute to collide with the aluminum lunchbox, making a hissing sound.

Another sigh.

"If Xiangdong can't get over this, what will happen to Achan in the future..."

Mr. Gu huddled in the corner, puffing on his pipe. Hearing his wife's words, he interrupted her, "Don't say such unlucky things, nothing will happen!"

That's what she said, but her cracked hands couldn't help but tremble slightly.

Gu's mother wanted to retort, but when she turned her head, she saw that the old man's face was dark and his brows were so furrowed that they could trap a fly. She snorted inwardly and didn't provoke him any further.

A stubborn old man.

Lin Zhao didn't get involved in the old couple's subtle argument, nor did she mention Gu Chan coming to borrow money; there was no need to embarrass them.

"I'll go to the hospital to get checked out after get off work tomorrow."

Mother Gu was moved, "...Okay."

Time will tell, and I've found good wives for all of them.

When the eldest son and his wife heard the news, they also came to the door with money, complaining that they looked down on them. They said that they didn't have much, but they still had twenty or thirty yuan.

Mother Gu remained silent, feeling quite pleased. What kind of son and daughter-in-law are like this?

Back in the room, the old man grabbed her hand and thanked her profusely, thanking her for raising several good sons for the Gu family and for finding them excellent wives. He also said that one should choose a wife based on her virtue, and that he had married a good wife...

That's too mushy for him.

She couldn't take it anymore and gave the old man a good beating, leaving him with two pounds of goosebumps before she felt comfortable.

Father Gu: "..."

anyway.

After finishing talking about Wei Xiangdong, Lin Zhao remembered the "Mushroom Cultivation Guide" she had drawn last night and said to her father, "Dad, I found a book about artificially cultivating various mushrooms. Are you interested? If so, I'll have Yu Bao get it for you."

Father Gu: "Mushrooms, edible mushrooms?"

Feeling a glimmer of hope, the old man's heart suddenly raced. This feeling was familiar; it was just like when he met his great benefactor, Mr. Qiao.

It's like a gift from heaven is about to fall from the sky!
“Yes,” Lin Zhao said.

"Yes, I want it!" Gu's father was hardworking, didn't mind learning new knowledge, and loved to try new things. He immediately said with great enthusiasm, "I'll give it a try. What if I succeed?"

This is food that can fill our stomachs. If we succeed, we can not only enrich our own family, but also benefit our neighbors.

Mr. Qiao always said, "When you are poor, you should cultivate your own virtue; when you are successful, you should help others." He didn't have great abilities and couldn't help others, but now an opportunity was presented to him, and he was willing to try!
Lin Zhao guessed that Gu's father was willing and smiled, "Okay, I'll have Yu Bao bring it to Father later."

Mr. Gu was a bit impatient. "I'll go with you to get it."

"it is good."

Upon receiving the "Mushroom Cultivation Guide," Mr. Gu applied the same diligence he had shown when learning to read and the care he had put into naming his children and grandchildren, spending his mornings and evenings reviewing it.

After watching the video, I started trying it myself. I got all dirty every day, but my mother didn't mind. She took care of the logistics, doing the laundry and cooking, and helping out whenever she could. The old couple were always busy.

...but that's a story for another time.

After seeing off Mr. Gu, who had taken the "Mushroom Cultivation Guide" and left, Lin Zhao rested.

When Yu Bao and Heng Bao saw her massaging her lower back, they put down their pencils, ran over, and stretched out their little fists to massage their mother's lower back.

“Mom, you’ve worked so hard. When I grow up, I’ll start earning money, and you can stay home and relax, grow flowers, drink tea, go shopping, take photos, do whatever makes you happy.” Yu Bao said earnestly.

Hengbao chimed in, "I'll drive a big truck, and I'll bring back whatever's fashionable in the city for Mom, so you can be the most stylish girl in the world."

Two sweet-talking kids.

Lin Zhao's lips curled up in a smile. "This pie in the sky... thank you, I'll be waiting."

"Yes!" The two brothers nodded emphatically.

Less than two minutes later, Hengbao rested his chin on Lin Zhao's shoulder, his eyes sparkling, and the fresh scent of baby cream wafted over him. "Mommy, can my brother and I go see Uncle tomorrow?"

Yu Bao said, "Stone Brother and Stone Brother must be very scared, and we want to stay with them."

Lin Zhao hesitated, "It's not good for children to go to the hospital. If you get infected with the virus, you might need to get shots. Are you scared of shots?"

No child is afraid of getting injections.

The audacious Hengbao was so frightened that he remained silent.

He glanced at his brother, his face full of embarrassment.

He hesitated, and he was particularly concerned about his brother's opinion.

"Never mind then." Yu Bao didn't want to put her younger brother in a difficult position and gave up the idea of ​​going to the county hospital. A thought flashed through her mind, and she had an idea. "Mom, my brother and I will go to our new house in the county tomorrow. When you come home from the county hospital, ask Brother Stone and Brother Stone to come to our house..."

The courtyard in the county has been renovated, the furniture has been added, and there are no shortage of bedding. Although it's a bit thin, it's not a big problem, and the weather is still warm.

Feeling that his idea was a bit complicated, little Yu Bao flipped his fingers and said shyly, "Children can't stay in the hospital. Stone Brother and Stone Brother are also children, so they can't stay any longer, right?"

Yu Bao is so clever and kind; she's a little ray of sunshine.

Lin Zhao gently stroked his soft hair, her eyes crinkling with a smile. "Yes."

Seeing that the twins were very worried about the Stone Brothers, she agreed to her sons' request, "I'll take you to the county."

The two children's eyes lit up, and they hugged Lin Zhao tightly with their little arms.

"Mom is so kind."

"Mom is the best in the world." After learning about the concept of "the whole world" from Gu Qingzhou, Hengbao stopped talking about the whole brigade or the whole commune and started praising everyone who loved him as the whole world.

Lin Zhao pressed her slender index finger to her red lips, "Keep your voice down, your younger siblings are too young, don't take them with you."

Twins have weaker immune systems, so it's best to avoid them after the twins leave the hospital.

Yu Bao felt sorry for her younger siblings, who couldn't keep up with anything. "What about Qian Bao and Yao Bao? My grandma is going to the county tomorrow too."

"Please ask your aunt to take care of me; I've already told her," Lin Zhao said.

After Qianbao was robbed, the twins became very worried about their younger siblings and made sure to take good care of them every time they went out.

Hengbao said solemnly, "I'll discuss with Dahuang later and have it stay with Qianbao and Yaobao."

“Li Bao will take Qian Bao and Yao Bao to play, but only in the village. They won’t go to the village entrance or the foot of the mountain,” Yu Bao said earnestly. Lin Zhao hugged the two children and kissed their smooth, soft little faces. “I didn’t realize you two had done so much without me noticing. You are such good older brothers who care for your younger siblings, and your mother’s sweet children.”

Yu Bao blushed, feeling incredibly happy.

Hengbao twisted her body, offering her other cheek, "I want a kiss here too."

She can be as clingy as you want.

The little boy will only be clingy for a few years; once he starts school, he won't have the chance to hug and kiss her anymore.

Lin Zhao granted her son's small request, kissing his other cheek, and didn't forget Yu Bao either.

Yu Bao's proud comparison - This kiss wasn't something he asked for, it was Mom who kissed him first, which means Mom likes him more, right? Hehe?
……

the next day.

After getting off work, Lin Zhao went straight to the county hospital.

After asking the nurse on duty and finding out which ward Wei Xiangdong was in, I went straight upstairs.

Because the fate of Meng Jiusi's new drug is still undecided, the county hospital is being watched by various forces, and the tense atmosphere remains unchanged. Doctors and nurses inside are rushing around, their faces tense.

Lin Zhao silently apologized to the innocent doctors and nurses who were affected.

Doctors & Nurses: They're experiencing both pain and joy!

Such a miraculous drug is a blessing no matter which hospital it is tested in.

third floor.

Gu Chan hadn't slept all night; her eyes were full of dark circles, and she looked exhausted.

Only after confirming that Wei Xiangdong was out of danger did his brow relax and a smile appear in his eyes.

"Don't move, don't move your legs, be careful not to hurt your wound. Are you thirsty? You just woke up, it's not good to drink water, let me moisten your mouth..."

Wei Xiangdong's face was pale, but he smiled as he looked at his busy wife, "I'm still alive, that's good."

One sentence brought tears to Gu Chan's eyes. She raised her hand to hit the man, but then remembered that he was injured and quickly withdrew her hand.

Wei Xiangdong held his wife's hand and grinned, "Once I'm better, you can scold or beat me however you want, just don't get upset."

The moment he moved, the pain from his wound almost made him lose control of his expression, but he loved to put on a brave face in front of Gu Chan, so he endured it and didn't show any ferocity.

Gu Chan: "I'm too lazy to hit you."

With so much debt at home, she still has to find a way to pay it off, so she's pasting matchboxes together.

Two stones came in after drawing water, followed by Gu's mother and two children.

The three were overjoyed to see Wei Xiangdong wake up.

"Xiang Dong, you're awake!"

"father!"

"father!!"

The Stone Brothers rushed to the bedside, but remembering their father's injuries, they didn't dare touch him, much less press on him.

They cried quietly yesterday, and their eyelids are slightly swollen now.

Looking at Wei Xiangdong, his face was full of tension and worry.

"Dad, are you alright?" Big Stone stared at his father, his hands tightly clenched together. "You won't... faint again, will you? Mom was so worried about you. She didn't sleep at all last night. Little Stone cried for so long..."

He couldn't help but cry too, though the proud and arrogant young man wouldn't have said it.

Wei Xiangdong looked at Gu Chan with a mixture of heartache and joy, only to see a cold back of her head. He regretfully looked away and turned to his eldest son, "And what about you?"

"Big brother cried too, he cried so loudly..." Little Stone punctured his brother's composure.

He was only halfway through his sentence when a large rock covered his mouth and threatened him coldly, "Shut up!"

Little Stone was so frightened by his brother that he shrank back, buried his head in his father's arms, and stopped making a sound.

Hmph, fine, I won't say then.

Wei Xiangdong: "Hahaha..."

My chest vibrated from laughing, and the wound started hurting again. When the anesthesia wore off, even breathing hurt, let alone laughing.

After laughing, he looked at Mother Gu and said, "Thank you for your trouble, Mother."

Mother Gu shook her head, "What's the trouble? Just focus on getting better and don't worry about anything else. Your health is the most important thing."

"Ah."

Just then, there was a knock on the door.

Gu Chan was puzzled and went to open the door.

"Zhao Zhao..."

"Big sister." Lin Zhao entered the ward, put down the two pounds of apples she had brought with her, and looked at the person on the bed. "Brother-in-law is awake. How is he?"

Gu Chan replied, "The doctor said that waking up means he's out of danger. The next step is to recuperate. His injuries are severe, so he'll need to be hospitalized for at least half a month, and then he'll need to rest and recover for several months."

"As long as everyone is alright, that's good," Lin Zhao comforted.

Seeing that her sister-in-law looked tired and her eyes were full of anxiety, she took out a hundred yuan and stuffed it into her hand.

"Big sister, please keep this money. Chenghuai and I both have salaries and we're not short of cash. Don't put so much pressure on yourself."

Gu Chan was indeed short of money, so she didn't refuse. "Thank you, Zhao Zhao, I will pay you back."

After saying that, he went to write an IOU, signed his name, wrote down the date he borrowed the money, and gave the IOU to Lin Zhao.

Lin Zhao knew that her sister-in-law had a strong sense of pride, so she accepted the gift without saying a word.

Wei Xiangdong lowered his eyes upon seeing this, clenched his fists, pressed his dry lips together, and looked down as if he were thinking of something.

He didn't regret saving the person; after all, it was a human life. He was just filled with regret, regretting that he hadn't protected himself and had made his wife and children worry.

As for the person who was saved?
He didn't care.

His motives for saving people weren't pure either; if he saved them for free, so be it. As for the losses his family suffered, he'd make it back sooner or later.

"Big Stone and Second Stone, are you coming back with me?" Lin Zhao looked at the two stones. "Yu Bao and Heng Bao missed you and came over. They're at home now."

Speaking of home, I suddenly remembered that my family owns a house in the city, which I've never mentioned before.

“They’re at our home in the county, not far from here. Would you like to go see them?” she asked the two stones.

Gu's mother looked completely bewildered. "The family home in the county?"

“Yes.” Lin Zhao smiled. “My father’s property ended up in my hands by some twist of fate.”

Well... Gu's mother wasn't surprised.

The father of the third son's wife seems to own property.

I didn't expect the third sister's family to even own a house in the county. I hope her third brother isn't a kept man.
The thought had barely formed when she remembered Cheng Huai's monthly allowance of nearly one hundred yuan, and she put her mind back on it.

It's good that you didn't live off a woman!
"Is it an apartment building?" Mrs. Gu asked.

"No," Lin Zhao replied, "It's a courtyard with several rooms. The original courtyard was very dilapidated, but my uncle helped me hire someone to renovate it. Would you like to take a look, Mother?"

Of course, Gu's mother wanted to, but she was worried about home, so she said, "Next time, your older brother will come to pick me up later."

"Okay." Lin Zhaoying then asked the two stones, "Have you two decided whether you're going or not?"

He patted Little Stone's head and said, "Go out for a walk. It's not good for you to stay in the hospital all the time."

Big Stone was worried about his father and was about to refuse when Gu Chan said, "Go, go, go for a walk. I'll take care of your father. The doctor said... don't be too nervous. You two can go and change your mood. Don't fight with Yu Bao and Heng Bao."

Two stones: They won't fight!