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

Chapter 276 "Seeking a Fresh Start"

When Old Man Lu returned home and learned that he was about to leave, his smile looked unnatural.

He doesn't want to leave.

He's so carefree in the village, he can do whatever he wants. The villagers give him some face because of his son.

If we go there...

It's obviously very troublesome, with tons of rules and restrictions, and you can't do whatever you want.

"Is Father unhappy?" Su Yuxian felt that the sudden visit of the brigade leader was very strange, and she began to suspect her father-in-law, staring at him probingly.

Old Lu was instantly delighted.

"How could I not be happy? I'm happy. I'm so happy. My son is going to take me to enjoy a life of luxury, how could I not be happy?"

Grandma Lu gave the old man a disdainful look and curled her lip.

If she hadn't brought it up, her son would never have remembered his father in his entire life.

It's hateful that she was so devoted to that old man, and he cheated on her.

—That old codger.

The Lu family mother-in-law and daughter-in-law were in a hurry, and within two days they packed their bags and left in a high-profile manner.

The villagers spoke politely to them, wishing them a safe journey, but their eyes always held a strange look when they saw Old Man Lu.

Grandma Lu was completely unaware of this; she was busy bragging to the other old ladies in the village about the good life she would have in the future.

Su Yuxian, however, sensed something was amiss. She didn't show any unusual behavior or ask any questions, only wanting to leave peacefully.

As soon as the Lu family left, groups of two or three people huddled together and began to whisper among themselves.

"So who is that person?"

"I don't know. That kid Zhuangzhuang is so stupid, he can't even recognize a person."

"Yes, it's really frustrating."

Those who knew the inside story remained silent.

It's not that they don't want to talk about it, but the brigade leader has already approached them, and to avoid any unnecessary complications, they can only pretend they know nothing.

This resulted in some members of the entire brigade getting all the melons, while others only got half of them.

Zhao Liuniang loves to roam among crowds; she feels uncomfortable if she can't get all the melons.

As a result, she got to eat the whole melon.

If Zhao Liuniang got to eat it, the Gu family must have gotten to eat it too.

Lin Zhao said with disgust, "Outside... taking advantage of everyone watching the movie... he's really something."

Thinking of Zhuangzhuang, she pinched the bridge of her nose. "Luckily, children don't understand anything, otherwise... that scene would probably take a long time to heal!"

Poor little guy.

I hope to forget those cringe-worthy images soon.

Strangely enough, just thinking about it makes me feel nauseous.

Zhao Liuniang was also disgusted. She rubbed her ears and said, "I feel like my ears have been contaminated too."

She pronounced the phrase "contaminated" very clearly.

“Me too…” Lin Zhao agreed.

The night the movie was shown, she heard the twins talk about it and felt terrible. She couldn't sleep well all night and had to deal with countless questions from Yu Bao and Heng Bao.

“I think that guy has had enough of the good life and isn’t afraid of affecting Baozhen’s father’s reputation.” Zhao Liuniang sighed. “Opportunities to get ahead are so rare. Ordinary people would want to grab them with both hands and feet, but he’s just there to hold them back.”

Seeing the complicated expression on her second sister-in-law's face, Lin Zhao stopped talking about the Lu family and instead asked, "I see that the matchboxes for the eldest and second sisters-in-law are being delivered very quickly, and there's also the mushroom house to tend to. Are you all managing to keep up?"

“Of course, why not?” Zhao Liuniang said seriously, afraid that her third sister-in-law would take back the work of pasting matchboxes.

She looked a little nervous. "Third sister-in-law, we country folk have plenty of strength. We can do it!"

Pasting matchboxes doesn't earn much, maybe one or two yuan a month, and it's tiring for the neck and back, but in the countryside, where money is scarce, they value it highly.

Even with the income from mushroom farming, Zhao Liuniang and Huang Xiulan never considered giving up their work of pasting matchboxes.

One yuan a month, that's twelve yuan a year.

Lin Zhao said, "Second sister-in-law, don't be nervous. I didn't say you couldn't do it. I'm just worried you'll overwork yourselves."

"No!" Zhao Liuniang breathed a sigh of relief and said with a smile, "We have two boys at home, so the pressure is high. We have to do as much as we can while we're still young. Besides, we feel more at ease when we have work to do. My sister-in-law and I are very happy. Countless people in the village envy us."

More than half a year passed, and even the New Year was over. The story of pasting matchboxes could no longer be kept secret, and everyone in the village knew about it.

It wasn't that no one was making snide remarks, saying that Lin Zhao only thought of her two sisters-in-law when good things happened, and that she hadn't thought of anyone from the village, all of whom were rebuffed by Zhao Liuniang and Huang Xiulan.

We're a family, so of course we'll think of our own people first when something good happens. Who doesn't? Don't talk sour behind their backs; if you're so capable, say it to their faces.

None of the Gu family's daughters-in-law are easy to mess with; they will speak their minds about anything that displeases them, and they will not tolerate anyone just because they are older or of higher seniority. After they came to visit, the open sour remarks did indeed disappear.

Lin Zhao knew nothing about these things, and even if she did, she wouldn't care.

Only the weak complain about their environment.

“Alright, as long as you and your sister-in-law don’t feel tired. If you’re in a rush… it’s fine to submit it later. I’ll just tell Sister Fen. It’s not a big deal,” Lin Zhao said.

In another month or so, it will be time for the double harvest. The work in the fields is very tiring, and she is worried that her two sisters-in-law will ruin their health in order to earn that little money.

"Don't worry, my sister-in-law and I know what we're doing," Zhao Liuniang said. "Last winter, every household had an income. Dad said that mushroom farming will become a specialty of our commune in the future, and we can keep making money. My sister-in-law and I are not selling the chickens we raise; we're keeping them for ourselves."

Not only that, but there's also enough left over to support my parents-in-law.

Last winter, her older sister didn't have enough food for the winter, so she gave her twenty jin and five yuan.

It feels so good to be able to help my family!

Lin Zhao agreed with her second sister-in-law's approach, saying, "Second sister-in-law and eldest sister-in-law are right. Earning money is for your own better life. If you are stingy and reluctant to spend it, you are putting the cart before the horse. Health is the most important thing."

Zhao Liuniang often heard Lin Zhao say this, and she wholeheartedly agreed. Although she still lived frugally, she at least didn't neglect her family's food and stomach.

……

In early May, Lin Heling and Song Xiwei left the Dongfeng Brigade and headed to Haicheng.

This departure will likely take at least two months before I can return.

Lin Zhao and his two older brothers, who were at home, came to the station to see him off.

"Father, Mother, send me a telegram when you arrive so I know where you are..." Lin Zhao said reluctantly.

She had always lived under her parents' watchful eyes, and this was the first time her parents' whereabouts were uncertain. Lin Zhao felt an indescribable sense of unease.

She was worried because things were chaotic outside.

Song Xiwei looked down at her daughter, who was tugging at her clothes, and a smile involuntarily crept onto her lips.

"How old are you now..." She embraced Zhao Zhao with rare tenderness, and said in a rambling voice, "I'll definitely send you a telegram. Take good care of yourself and the four kids at home. If you need anything, just ask your older brother."

“I know,” Lin Zhao said.

Then he looked at Lin Heling: "Father..."

Before she could finish speaking, Lin Heling rubbed her forehead and said, "Be a good girl and stay home. We'll be back soon."

Lin Zhao pursed her lips.

"Shichang, take good care of the family and your sister," Lin Heling said, patting her eldest son on the shoulder.

Lin Shichang nodded solemnly, "Dad, don't worry about me at home. Be careful on the road."

Lin Heling nodded, waved casually to his children, and half-embraced Song Xiwei as they got into the car.

This was the first time the couple had traveled alone together in many years of marriage, and they both felt like they were young again.

It's strangely pleasing.

The couple exchanged a glance, both seeing a smile in each other's eyes.

“…When we get to Haicheng, let’s explore the city more,” Lin Heling said. Song Xi smiled and replied, “You just told your daughter that we’ll be back soon.”

"Then what should I say?" Lin Heling glanced at her helplessly. "Zhaozhao wasn't used to it at first, but she got used to it in about half a month. My daughter has a very strong ability to adapt."

His words were full of pride.

It's as if that's some kind of particularly praiseworthy quality.

Song Xiwei: "..." In the eyes of a doting father, his daughter is the best.

In response to Lin Heling's question, she said, "That's where you've lived since you were little. You can do whatever you want with me. I'll be there for you."

Lin Heling held his wife's hand slightly tighter, his brows full of tenderness.

Platform.

Lin Shichang patted Zhao Zhao on the shoulder, "Go back, didn't your father say they'll be back soon?"

"I don't believe it." Lin Zhao had a feeling it wouldn't be quick. "My parents won't be back so soon. They'll definitely be having so much fun they won't want to leave."

Lin Shisheng laughed heartily and deliberately made funny faces to tease his sister.

"Zhao Zhao, why are you acting like a little kid? Even Yao Bao isn't as clingy to her mom as you."

Lin Zhao punched his arm, "Second brother, you're so annoying. You bullied me as soon as Mom and Dad left! I'm going to tell Uncle you bullied me!"

After saying that, he strode away from the train station.

Lin Shisheng caught up with his younger sister, "Lin Zhaobao, how old are you? Why are you tattled on me?"

Lin Zhao suddenly stopped, her eyes blazing with anger. "Who are you calling Lin Zhaobao? Lin Lao Er, you're so annoying!"

"Who else could it be but Lin Zhaobao, Lin Zhaobao..." Lin Shisheng called out in a cheeky tone.

Lin Zhao chased after him and hit him.

Lin Shichang looked at his younger siblings playing around and a smile appeared in his eyes.

I haven't seen this scene in many years; it truly brings back fond memories.

When Lin Shisheng interrupted, the inexplicable emotions in Lin Zhao's heart dissipated.

The brother and sister stopped under a tree to wait for Lin Shichang.

"Brother, hurry up, you're too slow," Lin Shisheng urged.

Lin Shichang, who was criticized for being slow: "..."

As he approached, Lin Zhao took her elder brother's arm and asked, "Brother, how are your wife and two nephews?"

Not long after the New Year, Chen Yu gave birth to twin boys. The babies are a few months old now, and Chen's mother is helping to take care of them.

"Everything is fine. Your sister-in-law is recovering well, and the two babies are eating and sleeping well. With the formula you bought, they're growing like crazy, chubby and adorable." Lin Shichang's eyes and brows were full of smiles when he talked about his newborn son.

Lin Shisheng also said, "I've never seen anyone fatter than those two boys. Their arms and legs are all fleshy, and their skin is so white and tender that you just want to take a few bites."

"Fatter than when I first saw you?" Lin Zhao raised an eyebrow.

“Of course, you’ll see when you have time to go back and take a look,” Lin Shisheng said. “I’ve seen a lot of kids, and none of them are as fat as my two nephews.”

Lin Shichang said with a smug look, "Thanks to their aunt and second uncle, it's hard not to get fat."

He finally managed to buy a bag of milk powder. When Zhao Zhao came to visit her nephew, she brought two bags, and her second brother also brought two bags when he came back.

If you drink milk powder until you're full, how can you not gain weight?

“Babies are cuter when they're chubby.” Lin Zhaosheng had the idea of ​​taking pictures of her two chubby nephews. “Next time I go there, I'll bring my camera and take some pictures of my nephews to remember the occasion.”

Lin Shichang said, "Okay."

"Brother, let me know if you're out of formula at home, and I'll get some," Lin Zhao said to him.

"Knowing you're incredibly powerful, I'd definitely come to you," Lin Shichang said.

While things were going well here, Meng Jiusi encountered some trouble.

He was taken aback when he heard that someone was looking for him, and his brows furrowed.

Very few people knew his address, and he couldn't imagine who would come looking for him.

He went to the reception room with a lot on his mind.

Upon seeing that figure in the distance, Meng Jiusi's gaze darkened.

Yuan Qin?

How did she know he was here?!

The doubts in my heart only increased.

Meng Jiusi walked over.

"What are you doing here?" he asked.

Yuan Qin stared intently at the man, feeling that Meng Jiusi was more charming and captivating than before.

He wore a light green shirt under a pure white coat, his figure was tall and slender, his hair was cut very short, revealing his handsome eyebrows and eyes, he was both dashing and composed.

“Nine Thoughts.” Yuan Qin’s eyes were filled with tears, her heart filled with complex emotions.

I can't say whether I feel more regret or resentment.

Meng Jiusi asked again, "Who told you I was here?"

He had never mentioned his new work address to anyone he knew, so he couldn't figure out how Yuan Qin knew.

Yuan Qin met her ex-husband's cold eyes and felt a stab in her heart. "Someone wrote a letter to the factory, and it's spread all over the factory. I'm here to try my luck."

"I didn't expect you to actually be here." Her voice was filled with excitement.

Feeling that Meng Jiusi was heartless, she looked at him with a wronged expression and said, "Why didn't you write me a letter? I've been waiting for you and worried about you."

Meng Jiusi said calmly, "Why would I write you a letter? What is our relationship?"

“I heard you got married again, so… worry about your current husband, I don’t need to.”

His expression remained completely calm, as if his relationship with Yuan Qin was merely an insignificant interlude in his life.

Yuan Qin said excitedly, "I have no other husband, you are the only husband in my heart."

"Jiusi, shall we start over?" She looked expectant, knowing that her two sons were also there, and her eyes sparkled.

Meng Jiusi didn't answer, but instead asked, "What letter? Did you bring it with you?"

Yuan Qin didn't dare to press him. Although she was disappointed by Meng Jiusi's change of topic, she still said, "The letter wasn't in my hands. The factory director took it away. He said he had a use for it."

"I understand." Meng Jiusi nodded.

He then said to her, "It's over between us. There's no chance to start over. Go back now and don't come back. I won't see you again."

He turned and left after saying that.

Yuan Qin stood there stunned, unable to react for a long time. When she finally came to her senses, she rushed to chase after him, but was stopped.

“Jiusi, I’m serious! We still have two sons. For Jingmo and Guangbai’s sake, please give me another chance. We were such a happy family before, and we can continue to be so. Please don’t go…”

She cried out and begged, but it was no use.

Meng Jiusi didn't even turn his head.

Zhao Zhao had told him that he was himself first, then the son of the Lin family, then his grandfather's grandson, and the father of Jingmo and Guangbai.

She would look down on him if he put anyone or anything before himself in consideration.

He didn't want to be a brother who would disappoint his sister.

and so……

He will no longer make any decisions that would betray himself.

Zhao Zhao, now that your fourth brother is following his heart, you'll be proud of me and happy for me, right?

(End of this chapter)