EBE Chapter 274 Next time is when we come back next time
Chapter 274 Next time is when we come back next time
Lin Chang'er was momentarily stunned, thinking to herself that in later generations, bosses would also give holiday gifts to their employees during festivals.
Needless to say, their capable left and right hands are always bringing back souvenirs when they travel for business or leisure.
Aunt Zhou and her group were among the first to follow her, besides the Gu family. They were hardworking, efficient, and had no ulterior motives, making them a core member of her team.
It's only right that she brought back some gifts after her trip to the provincial capital.
Seeing that all of them had red eyes like rabbits, he quickly joked, "Why are you all crying? Isn't that a good thing?"
What are we working so hard for every day?
"Isn't it all about having enough to eat and wear, and living a good life? Let's not make empty promises, let's work hard together and try to taste the wine in the provincial capital as soon as possible to see if there's any difference between it and the wine we brew ourselves, okay?"
Aunt Zhou was amused by her, and each of them wiped away a tear.
Then I felt as if a fire was burning in my heart, illuminating the future.
They all nodded in agreement, "Okay, let's go to the provincial capital for drinks."
After chatting for a while, Lin Chang'er told the others about the batch of fabric she had brought back and asked them to spread the word the next day.
Upon hearing that it was a regular half price, Aunt Zhou immediately said, "This is a great deal! Chang'er, I'll take one for myself first."
Zhou San's sister-in-law also said, "I want one too, so I can make new clothes for Xiao Bao and Xiao Bao's father."
Sister-in-law Xiaohua said shyly, "I want one too, and I'll make a coat for the calf so we can swap clothes."
Niu Xiaomei and He Chunhua were relatively strapped for cash, but upon hearing that a horse was only 100 coins, they hurriedly said, "Sister Chang'er, could you save one for us?"
Lin Chang'er smiled and said, "Of course you can. You two can each make one, matching outfits, perfect for sisters."
Thinking of something, he added, "By the way, all these materials of mine have been soaked in water. I need to clean them myself before sewing. When you spread the word for me tomorrow, Auntie, please make it clear."
Aunt Zhou waved her hand, "What's the big deal? We country women, surely we all know how to do laundry. This price is for someone from the provincial capital, what are you complaining about?"
Zhou San's sister-in-law chimed in, "Auntie is right. The travel expenses for a round trip to the provincial capital cost more than ten copper coins!"
Sister-in-law Xiaohua is usually not very talkative, she just smiles.
He Chunhua and Niu Xiaomei said, "That's right, it's so prestigious to be able to wear clothes from the provincial capital without having to go there."
After saying that, the group laughed for a while.
Seeing that it was getting late, Aunt Zhou and the others got up to say goodbye, and Lin Chang'er saw them out.
There was a group of little kids sitting in a row in the yard, all looking up at the starry sky.
Wu Qingfeng sat in the middle, teaching them how to observe the stars.
The little ones who are usually so noisy and chattery during the day, for some reason, become incredibly obedient under his care, listening attentively without making any fuss or joking around.
The older children sat very quietly behind the younger ones, listening intently.
Aunt Zhou and the others couldn't bear to disturb them, so they stood under the eaves and waited.
They looked just like parents waiting for their children to get out of school.
Soon, Wu Qingfeng noticed the strange situation and smiled at Lin Chang'er through the darkness, saying, "It's getting late, let's stop here for today and continue next time."
"When will Lord Wu come again?" Gu Xiaoman asked in her childish voice.
Gu Xiaolu nodded, "Yes, yes, Mother said that Lord Wu has been very busy lately, right? Uncle Bai and Grandma Bai are also very busy, I don't know when they will be back."
The little goldfish smacked his lips. Last time he went on official business with Lord Wu, Lord Wu asked him if he wanted to come along.
This naturally includes learning literature and martial arts, how to conduct oneself in society, and other things, such as how to deal with officialdom.
He couldn't bear to part with his mother, younger siblings, grandmother, uncles, and aunts, so he didn't agree.
Lord Wu said he would think about it some more.
The children all admire strength, and he had already witnessed Lord Wu's skills. Tonight, after hearing him talk about astrology, he was even more impressed.
My mind started to soften.
Wu Qingfeng smiled and said, "Next time? Next time is the next time I come over."
Then she turned to Gu Xiaolu and said, "Uncle Bai and Grandma Bai's house in town was also flooded. They've been repairing it these past few days, and it'll be finished soon. They should be back in two days."
Gu Xiaoman tilted her head back, her mind filled with exasperation. "Next time is when I come back next time."
If he understood correctly, is this answer equivalent to no answer at all?
Was Lord Wu teasing him? He felt a little angry, but he was Lord Wu. Oh well, his third aunt said that the common people shouldn't fight with officials. Lord Wu was still a good official.
Xiaoman doesn't get angry with good officials.
Gu Xiaoman quickly prepared herself mentally.
Zhou San's sister-in-law went over and picked up the smallest Zhou Yi, asking him if Lord Wu's words were good or not.
The little guy nodded eagerly, "What Lord Wu said is so true, Xiao Bao isn't even dozing off!"
The audience burst into laughter again.
Sister-in-law Xiaohua took Zhou Xiaoniu's hand. Zhou Li's injury had not fully healed, so he was also taken home by Aunt Zhou.
Xiaoshan, Xiaoshu, and Datou were going the same way as Aunt Zhou and Zhou Sansao, so Aunt Zhou and the others took them back with them.
Early in the morning, Lin Chang'er gave each of the three a piece of fabric and told them to take it back so that their mothers could make them new clothes.
To put it simply, the material has been soaked in water; cleaning it will not affect its use.
Little Hill, Little Tree, and Big Head were overjoyed.
She kept saying, "Thank you, Third Aunt!"
The village was poor, and most of the children's clothes were altered from those of adults.
Even if a garment isn't patched, it's still considered new, but this is definitely made of new material!
So what if it gets dirty? Just wash it.
After seeing Aunt Zhou and her group off.
Lin Chang'er called the little ones into the main room, "How about your mother/auntie performs a magic trick for you?"
Gu Xiaoman and Gu Xiaolu were very enthusiastic, "Great! What magic tricks will Mother perform for us?"
Lin Chang'er smiled with narrowed eyes, beckoning them to come closer. Taking advantage of their unpreparedness, she suddenly lifted the dust cover on the basket, revealing the tiger-head shoes on the top shelf first.
Gu Xiaoman felt something dazzle her eyes, then, holding onto the basket, she exclaimed, "Wow! What beautiful shoes! Xiaoman has never seen such beautiful shoes before!"
Gu Xiaolu stood beside him, also gripping the edge of the basket with both hands. "Brother, look, doesn't it look like a little tiger?"
The little goldfish remained relatively calm and nodded, "It does look like it. This should be the tiger-head shoes."
After saying that, he turned to look at Lin Chang'er.
Lin Chang'er nodded, "Yes, these are tiger-head shoes. One pair for everyone. Do you like them?"
"I love it!" Gu Xiaolu replied hastily. "Xiaolu loves it!"
Gu Xiaoman pointed to the shoes in the basket, "One, two, three, four, there are only four pairs, but Xiaoman, my older brother and sister, my uncle, and my maternal uncle, there are five of us!"
Lin Yanqing stood behind the small ones, whose contents were completely obscured by them, so he couldn't see what was inside the basket.
He naturally didn't know the size of the tiger-head shoes, and only said, "I'm an uncle now, so I won't wear tiger-head shoes anymore."
Gu Silang glanced at them and noticed that one pair was particularly small, which gave him an idea of what was going on.
He tapped Gu Xiaoman's head. "You're so clumsy. Look at the smallest pair. Can you even wear them?"
Gu Xiaoman looked at the shoes, then lifted her chubby feet to examine them, scratching her head. "Third Aunt, aren't these tiger-head shoes a bit small? It seems like Xiaoman's feet can't fit into them!"
It's such a pity, Xiaoman really liked it.