Having been given a second chance at life, who would still want to pursue her?

evening.

Bright lights were shining in a field and woodland in the east of the village.

There are approximately ten people working.

"Old Chen, this makeshift chicken farm is almost ready."

"We usually let these chickens roam outside, and they come back here when it rains. There's shelter here, and there's also barbed wire around, so they can't fly out."

Chen Guochang wiped the sweat from his face, looked around, and nodded with a smile.

"Thank you for your hard work, Lao Zhang."

"Are you sure about the vegetable patch you've planted here? Or should I allocate some land on the mountain for you to reclaim?"

Zhang Jianjun secured the last piece of insulation with wire before waving his hand.

"These vegetable patches won't get in the way. Sometimes when you're busy, the chickens can eat some vegetables and insects, which is more convenient and healthier."

Chen Guochang walked to a rock, picked up a bottle of water, unscrewed it, took a sip, and then shook his head and laughed.

"It can only hold out for a while. If we let the chickens in in a couple of days, they'll eat all the vegetable seeds and the plants won't grow."

"Those fruit trees that don't require much maintenance do attract some insects. This location is pretty good. I'll transfer the rent to you later."

Upon hearing this...

Zhang Jianjun also came over, took off his dirty gloves, and placed them on the stone block.

"It would be a waste to just grow some vegetables on these two acres of land allocated by the village. Since it's free, I'll just do what you just said and cultivate two vegetable plots on your mountain."

Chen Guochang chuckled and didn't say anything more.

That's just how Lao Zhang is; he's too honest and simple.

Suling can deliver it to Old Zhang's wife tomorrow.

"I just heard you on the phone, is that brat Jianji coming back today?"

Zhang Jianjun took out a cigarette case from his pocket and gave one to Chen Guochang.

"Why didn't you go pick them up? I could have just stayed here and watched over them."

Chen Guochang took it, lit it with a lighter, and took a deep drag.

He slowly exhaled a ring of smoke before laughing and cursing.

"That brat, I used to go see him every Friday, but he would never come back."

"I was too busy to go this week, but he's been insisting on going back. I'm speechless."

As he spoke, he put a cigarette in his mouth and asked.

"And you, how's your kid?"

Zhang Jianjun took a deep drag on his cigarette before irritably waving his hand.

"Don't even mention it, I submitted half a blank paper for the mock exam."

"I didn't even guess on the multiple-choice questions, and the teacher called me to give me a lecture."

"If he wants it back, I'll whip him to death with my belt."

"Look at Jianji, his grades have been improving lately, but he's such a disappointment!"

Chen Guochang paused, holding his cigarette, and could only offer words of comfort.

"It's okay, there's more than one way out than studying. We parents should try to be more open-minded."

Zhang Jianjun glanced at him, and his dark face immediately darkened.

"Old Chen, before you say that, take your smile off your face."

"Ha ha!"

"Um..."

Chen Guochang quickly changed the subject.

He looked at the few workers who had also stopped to rest not far away.

"Old Zhang, the temporary workers you hired are doing a pretty good job. Besides some people from our village, there seem to be two unfamiliar faces?"

Upon hearing this...

Zhang Jianjun also looked over.

A couple, around forty years old, were seen resting in the shade of a tree after finishing their work.

Both men were rather thin; the man had dark skin and, although he looked strong, his face was somewhat pale.

The woman was somewhat thin, but she was quick and efficient in tidying up a clean spot where she could sit.

"They're from the next village, a couple. The man's name is Lin Xinrong, and the woman's name is Feng Qian. When I went to the village entrance to look for work, they offered to help me with this job."

"I noticed they were thin and said this was physically demanding work, but they said it was fine and let me give it a try. I didn't expect them to work so hard."

"Um..."

At this moment, the man named Lin Xinrong was holding his phone with a big smile on his face, while Feng Qian next to him looked tense.

It seems the family is facing some difficulties.

Chen Guochang took one last drag of his cigarette, then threw it on the ground and crushed the ash with his foot.

"Alright, Lao Zhang, go and finish up. Su Ling should have finished cooking. Let's go up together later and eat our fill before we leave."

"Okay, no problem."

Zhang Jianjun nodded and turned to leave.

Chen Guochang then stepped forward toward the couple.

Until we got a little closer.

Only then could he hear what the other person was saying to the person on the other end of the phone.

"We're fine, it's just that our phone wasn't charged, so we just remembered to change the battery. We called you back as soon as we saw the call."

"I really didn't go anywhere. I'm just at home. Don't worry, just focus on your studies at school. Your mom and I are doing just fine at home."

"We have enough money at home, so don't feel too much pressure."

.....

Chen Guochang paused in his steps.

Lin Xinrong hung up the phone and heard footsteps beside her.

The two turned around to look.

The moment I met Chen Guochang.

Lin Xinrong stood up awkwardly.

He knew that this was the boss who hired them.

Lin Xinrong pointed to her phone, smiling somewhat awkwardly and embarrassedly.

"My daughter called to check on things at home, so I stopped working for a while."

As he spoke, he quickly put his phone away.

Chen Guochang smiled and nodded.

"It's okay, the work is all done, and it wasn't anything special, so you can relax now."

As he spoke, he pointed to his phone in his pocket and sighed.

"Daughters are the best, they're like a warm cotton-padded jacket for the family."

"From what I just overheard you talking, you must be sympathizing with how hard it is for your family to earn money."

"Unlike my husband, who used to not call home for ten days or half a month at a time."

"They are the most proactive in asking for living expenses."

"By the way? What grade is your child in?"

When the topic turned to children.

Lin Xinrong's smile immediately brightened.

"I'm a senior in high school now, and the college entrance exam is just around the corner."

"We parents need to save up for our child's college tuition."

"That's true."

Once this topic was brought up, the two of them started talking non-stop.

Chen Guochang couldn't help but laugh.

"My son said he wanted to help me get into a university, but he only scored a little over 300 on his recent mock exams, which is still far from enough."

"However, his grades have been steadily improving recently, so getting into university shouldn't be a problem."

How's your baby?

Lin Xinrong subconsciously exchanged a glance with Feng Qian next to her.

Both of them smiled.

The two seemed to be filled with joy at the thought of their own child.

"My..."

Lin Xinrong smiled sheepishly, just about to speak.

Feng Qian, who was standing next to him, secretly pinched his waist.

After many years of marriage, Lin Xinrong knew that his wife was telling him to watch his words so as not to upset the boss.

The money hasn't arrived yet.

"I can only get into an average undergraduate program, and occasionally I can use the school's scholarship to help support my family."

"I haven't caused my family too much worry. Recently, I injured my back, and she's been keeping an eye on me to prevent me from going out to work."

These words were spoken.

Chen Guochang's smile froze.

It felt like a crack had appeared in my heart.

A typical undergraduate degree? Occasionally receiving scholarships?

No, is it generally possible to get a scholarship for undergraduate students?

This is somewhat outside Chen Guochang's area of ​​knowledge.

And you didn't cause your family any worry? Why would you worry about your family?

He immediately thought of his own son.

This kid has caused them so much worry!

I've only recently learned to care about my family.

Comparing yourself to others is infuriating.

I just managed to save face for Lao Zhang.

They were instantly crushed by other people's children.

Chen Guochang forced a smile.

"Okay, that's good."

"Um... let's go back up the mountain first, have dinner together later, and I'll settle your wages before we go back."

"I have work these days. I'll leave my phone number later to see if our schedules match."

"Okay, no problem, boss!"

"Um..."

As Chen Guochang spoke, he turned and slowly walked away, his movements stiff.

He shouldn't have said that!

Lin Xinrong watched his retreating figure with a smile on her face.

Feng Qian pinched his waist again and scolded him in a low voice.

"I told you not to talk big, yet you've said so much."

Lin Xinrong endured the pain, but glared back, her face full of pride.

"What's with the boasting? My daughter is outstanding, can't I even say that?"

"I've already collected a lot!"

"Alright, alright, thankfully the boss is easy to talk to."

Feng Qian then withdrew her hand, her face showing some worry.

"I wonder if Qingxue has to pay any fees at school. Why is she still working outside even though she's taking the college entrance exam?"

Lin Xinrong also looked worried.

"He didn't even tell us about this. You only found out from Wenyan next door talking to his mother on the phone. That kid is always like this."

"Keep up with me. The boss just said there's work going on these next few days. This work is easier than your previous one. Just be careful with your back."

"Okay, let's go then, let's pack up."

......