Reborn in 1985, starting from a machine factory

A meal!

The craftsmanship of Judelou.

The whole stewed fish seemed to be still moving when it was served.

It's completely different from ordinary restaurants.

It has a perfect combination of color, aroma, and taste!

Even the tableware was heavy and felt in the hand.

As for the wine, it's even rarer!

Wuliangye!

Chen Mo had only heard of this wine before, and it wasn't until he was over fifty that he actually got to drink it!

The food was good, the wine was good, but the atmosphere at the dinner table was a bit strange.

Da Xue and Er Pang only realized when it was time to eat that they only recognized Chen Mo at the table.

Don't talk too much!

Don't say anything carelessly!

Just sitting there makes me feel uncomfortable all over.

Chen Rui and Li Guihua, in particular, kept saying other things, leaving Da Xue at a loss for words.

What's worse, Erpang kept trying to get involved in these topics. Fortunately, Chen Mo exposed his shortcomings, which barely managed to stop him.

Awkward!

It's so awkward!

They had barely put down their chopsticks and exchanged a few pleasantries when Da Xue hurriedly dragged Er Pang away.

I didn't even have time to drink the tea.

Chen Rui and Chen Mo saw them all the way to the door.

After closing the door, Chen Rui stretched her neck. Chen Fen was still eating slowly, so she pushed the plate towards Chen Fen.

Chen Gang also moved closer to the table, and seeing the heavy snow, he felt uneasy as well.

The morning should have been my most productive time, but unexpectedly, it was ruined by Sun Dapao's brother, resulting in me having nothing to sell!

That's not so bad!

Even more unexpectedly, a woman stood up for him after he was injured!

Moreover, this woman not only controlled the situation, but also came to his house that night and sat across from him for dinner!

It really made him feel uncomfortable all over.

Good riddance!

He'll feel more comfortable eating now that he's gone!

Chen Gang picked up a piece of sweet and sour pork, put it in his mouth, and found that the outside was cold but the inside was still warm.

Chen Rui put the dishes together and thoughtfully poured tea for Chen Fen and Chen Gang.

Suddenly, she glanced at Chen Mo and said with a smile, "Chen Mo, there's something I'm curious about. Do you know the answer?"

"Auntie, what's wrong?" Chen Mo was tidying up the coal stove.

"You know, Da Xue, she wasn't nervous facing a thousand people this morning, and she calmly controlled the situation!"

"Why are you embarrassed when you see four or five people from our family at night?"

"oh!"

"Oh, about that!"

"I'll have to ask my older brother!" Chen Mo drawled out.

Chen Gang rolled his eyes at Chen Mo: "I also dragged it out for a long time this morning, okay?"

"She just took advantage of me because I was injured and helpless!"

"Yeah, yeah, who eats with their head practically hidden under the table?"

"Big brother, how long have you been dragging this out?" Chen Mo asked with a chuckle.

Chen Gang turned his head away, avoiding looking at Chen Mo.

"You think that's the reason?" Chen Rui blinked her beautiful eyes, a smile playing on her lips.

"Or what?"

"If it were me, I wouldn't feel comfortable either."

"My brother felt embarrassed; she must have felt awkward because of him!"

Chen Mo said, "Of course, his cousin Zhang Shunsheng is also a reason. My friend, once money is involved, it always feels a bit strange!"

"I don't care, and they say they don't care either, but it definitely still has an impact!"

"Alright! Maybe those are it." The aunt spun around halfway. "But I thought it was..."

"I only got nervous when I saw us."

"Why are you so nervous about seeing us?" Chen Mo looked up.

"Maybe there's someone among these people who makes her nervous!" Chen Rui smiled broadly.

"Who?"

"We told him we'd set him up with his cousin, so we'll definitely give it to him."

"This girl is overthinking it. I'll talk to her in a few days!" Chen Mo said, replacing the coal briquettes.

"Wow, I didn't guess it was your older brother. You've improved!"

Chen Rui squeezed out the sound through her teeth.

"My older brother was basically slapped in public..."

"Alright, alright, go and rest!" Chen Rui turned her face away.

...

Incandescent light bulb, small stool.

Chen Mo felt like he had seen this scene before.

However, there's no time to think about it now.

He gently brought the pen to the paper: "Dear Lady Liu, I hope this letter finds you well."

"...As the setting sun bleeds like blood, the bronze gates of Juque City quietly open in the twilight."

"Young Master Yue stood behind the door, alone, with only the giant sword in his hand..."

"..."

"Knock knock knock!"

"Second brother, get down quickly!"

Chen Mo felt as soon as he closed his eyes, he heard a commotion downstairs.

The sky was just beginning to lighten.

The sound of bamboo poles poking through the partition grew increasingly urgent, and even covering one's head with a blanket couldn't block it out.

He had to slide down the partition.

Li Guihua was wearing dark clothes, and Chen Rui was yawning beside her.

"Mom, are you sure you didn't misread the clock?"

"Why did you call me so early?"

Li Guihua raised her head: "Second brother, let's go, hurry up!"

"Where are we going?"

"He Yumei is dead!"

"What?" Chen Mo instantly snapped out of his daze.

"Zhao Degui's wife, He Yumei, is dead!"

"He's still in the hospital. Your business made money, and Zhao Degui was instrumental in that!"

"For both reason and emotion, you should go and see her, right?" Li Guihua turned her head.

"Mom, are you dreaming?"

"He Yumei is out of danger. You heard Liu Yue mention that last time, didn't you?"

"dream!"

"There aren't that many things that are just dreams."

"The village secretary notified us; he's Zhao Degui's cousin, he wouldn't lie, would he?"

"Everyone in the village has gathered at the brigade headquarters. Let's bring He Yumei back first!"

Chen Mo's heart sank.

He could vaguely hear the dogs barking in the village.

"Auntie, you stay home. Let Chen Fen eat first and then go to school!"

"I'll go to the hospital to get checked out first!"

Chen Rui shook her head: "Let's go together. After all, she's a woman, and the village secretary and others sometimes don't think about things that thoroughly."

Chen Mo nodded.

...

A dozen or so bicycles and a cart pulled by a tractor.

We parked in front of Zhao Degui's house at nine o'clock in the morning.

A separation by death!

These are all major events, especially in the village, where there is a whole set of strict procedures.

Chen Rui pulled Li Guihua along; she had seen He Yumei a few days ago when they had dinner together.

An ordinary old woman from the countryside, she didn't say much, she just knew how to help Li Guihua.

But this person, just like that, is gone!

It was Chen Rui who changed the clothes.

Chen Rui was a little dazed.

Chen Mo's words weighed heavily on her mind.

"Auntie, don't be too sad. After all, people don't die just because they're old!"

Chen Rui felt a shadow fall over her heart.

Chen Mo straightened his clothes and moved closer to Zhao Degui.

Even though it had only been a few days, Zhao Degui's hair had turned mostly white.

He came back on a tractor. As soon as he got back, he leaned against the wall, didn't say anything, and didn't do anything.

"Uncle Zhao."

Chen Mo handed Zhao Degui a cigarette.

"After you finish this cigarette, call the children back!"

"They need to see the old lady; this is the last time they'll see her!"

The last time!

These four words were like needles piercing Zhao Degui's chest. He coughed violently, and his red eyes welled up with tears.

He hurriedly wiped it off.

"Tell me, why did she just leave like that?" Zhao Degui couldn't help but ask.

Chen Mo didn't know what to say, so he silently offered another cigarette.