She reclaimed her family property and broke off her engagement to go to the countryside.

Chapter 163 Joint Grain Purchase
In a few days, when things aren't so busy here, I'll still send some things to my parents.

It gets cold early in the border regions, even earlier than here.

We have warm clothes, but we need to replenish our daily necessities in a timely manner, since they are all consumables.

I prepared quite a lot of things for this trip.

The two set off very early the next day.

"Chunjing, I need to go find someone. Can you wait for me at the door?"

"I'll go with you. I'm not comfortable leaving you alone."

"It's nothing, it's someone I know."

It's strange, since we're all former sent-down youth, how come we have acquaintances here?

However, Huang Chunjing didn't ask any further questions. Perhaps they were people she knew before but didn't want to get involved, which was normal.

After all, many people are afraid of being affected by Ji Shuyin's family situation.

I have enough self-awareness to avoid putting others in a difficult position.

"Okay, then I'll wait for you here."

Don't worry, there's plenty of time.

"it is good."

She was naturally very happy to have such a friend who had such a strong sense of boundaries.

However, we really can't waste time.

When we arrived at Grandpa Qin's house, this time it was a breeze.

"Oh, young comrade, come in quickly."

He looked around and quickly pulled the person inside.

Qin Wenzhi wasn't home; he was alone at home. He had chosen to come over on his day off.

"Uncle Qin, let's get straight to the point. I brought quite a few things with me today. How much do you want?"

Ji Shuyin put down her water glass and chose to insert the theme. There were still people waiting outside, so she couldn't delay for too long.

The other party was also very excited upon hearing this.

"To be honest, when you said you would come in three to five days, I contacted a few relatives."

The demand is quite high right now. For the past two months, the food rations haven't been enough; every household is struggling to feed themselves.

Well, she did mention it last time, but she has a lot of things to do at home, so three to five days would be too long.

"How much exactly do you need? Let me prepare what you require first."

Ji Shuyin's words still left the other party somewhat uneasy.

"Young comrade, there are many of us here."

The rice is estimated to be about 2,000 jin, and the vegetables about 500 jin.

Of course, if it's not enough, that's fine too.

They're actually worried it won't be enough? They're overthinking it.

"Uncle Qin, here's the thing, I brought 2,500 jin of rice and 1,000 jin of vegetables. Do you think you can take it all?"

If we take out the amount they asked for, it would be too much of a coincidence.

These people hold high positions and are all shrewd and calculating.

Things that are too coincidental cannot be explained.

It's fine if it's just a little less, more or less, it's all acceptable.

There are so many things about space, so naturally we should talk about them more.

Upon hearing this, Grandpa Qin was indeed very tempted.

"Young man, please wait a moment while I make a phone call."

"it is good."

The phone is in the living room, not far away.

He was probably calling someone he knew, but he didn't say it explicitly; it was like a riddle.

Ji Shuyin felt very safe, which proved that this person genuinely wanted it and had no worries about the future.

The call ended quickly.

"No problem, we'll take them all."

Someone left me some money last time, I'll go get it for you now. Is it the same price as last time?

Ji Shuyin nodded, without any change in expression.

After receiving the money, the two set off.

"Uncle Qin, he's not over there." The other person was slightly taken aback, but still turned the corner.

How could she possibly go back to the big tree from last time? What if someone was lying in wait?
After several twists and turns, the two arrived at a public restroom, where the other person gave her a somewhat embarrassed look.

"At this?"

Ji Shuyin noticed his concerns and pointed to the wall next to her.

"Don't worry, it's there."

Based on the quantity just now, I'll go and get the items out first, and then let Grandpa Qin go and inspect the goods.

This was the spot she chose when she came in; it was secluded and not easily discovered.

The quality was definitely not a problem. After handing it over to the other party, she was about to leave, but Huang Chunjing was still at the door!

Grandpa Qin hurriedly ran to the gatekeeper, who also saw him, but did not say anything.

"Shuyin, what are you looking at? Do you know him?"

"I don't know you, let's go."

The two of them did not linger at the alley entrance.

I need to go to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy some things.

Liquor, malted milk powder, two bottles of canned fruit, and two roast geese.

Then, he hurriedly went home.

Erqiangzi never expected that Ji Shuyin and Huang Chunjing would come to his house. He was lying on the kang (a heated brick bed) feeling bored.

Outside, even his own mother didn't recognize the two people.

She is in poor health and rarely goes out.

These newly arrived educated youth had never even seen such a thing before.

"Qiangzi, come quick! There are two girls looking for you."

He came out still looking nonchalant.

Once he could see who it was, he immediately jogged over.

"Two former educated youths, what brings you here? Please come inside."

Not only did they warmly welcome them inside, but they also wiped the benches with their sleeves and invited them to sit down.

"Well, we're having some financial difficulties at home, so please bear with us."

It is indeed quite difficult; describing it as being destitute would not be an exaggeration.

Erqiangzi's mother was very hospitable and brought over two bowls of water.

The old man was in poor health and walked with a shaky gait, so Ji Shuyin quickly stood up and took the things from him.

"Auntie, don't bother, we're not thirsty, please sit down and rest!"

Erqiangzi waved his hand, telling his mother to leave, and then couldn't help but ask.

"Ji Zhiqing, is there anything I can help you with?"

"Yes, then I won't go back and forth with you."

In the evening, I wanted to go to Xie Laosan's house.

As you know, our situation is similar to his daughter's. We're also afraid of being retaliated against by that group, so we want to ask about the specifics.

However, I was worried about being seen by others, so I wanted to go at night.

Upon hearing this, Erqiangzi immediately patted his chest and guaranteed it.

"No problem, I know the way. I'll take you there tonight, I promise we'll be discreet and no one will find out."

This was exactly the effect she wanted, and a smile appeared on Ji Shuyin's face.

"This roast chicken is for you, and this malted milk powder is for your mother to help her recover."

Upon hearing this, the old lady quickly came over.

"No, no, we don't want something so precious."

"Good child, take it back quickly."

Erqiangzi's expression also changed. Instead of immediately putting the things away, he seemed a little embarrassed.

"You already gave me rice yesterday, and now you're giving me so much more. I'm just showing you the way; I don't need it."

Huang Chunjing then spoke up as well.

"Take it, everything is ready, no need to be polite with us."

After saying that, the two left their things and departed.

The mother and son saw her to the door, and the old lady was somewhat tempted.

"Qiangzi, who are these two girls? Why are they being so nice to you?"