When Zheng Qinglan arrived at the Golden Pillar Shop, Jin Ling had already gone back. Zheng Qinglan walked to the front of the shop and saw Jin Zhu sitting there in a daze. She hadn't seen him for more than ten days, but Jin Zhu had aged a lot. His originally fair and rosy face was now sallow. His body, which looked like it was always full of energy, was now like a ball that hadn't been fully inflated. It was limp and crooked. Zheng Qinglan knew that the results of the examination weren't optimistic, and a chill came from her heart.
" Brother Jinzhu," he called out. Jin Zhu looked up and didn't seem to recognize Zheng Qinglan. He was stunned for a moment and said,""Brother, it's you. Come in and sit.”"When did you come back? Where's Sister-in-law?”"I've been back for two or three days. I sent your sister-in-law to her parents 'house to play. She's always busy and doesn't have time.”"How are the results of Sister-in-law's examination?”Jin Zhu could not say anything, he only moved his lips and choked out a sentence after a long time,"Brother, my heart is so uncomfortable.”Then, she sat down on the chair and lowered her head. She covered her face with her hands, and tears continued to fall from her face. Zheng Qinglan's tears kept flowing. After a while, he wiped his tears and said to Jin Zhu,""Brother, don't be like this. Sister-in-law is a good person. The heavens will bless her.”"Brother, thank you for coming to see us. "The doctor told me that your sister-in-law has stomach cancer. It's already in the late stages and she only has a few months left. It's all my fault for being careless. I thought it was just a normal stomach problem and that she would be fine with some medicine. I didn't treat it seriously. It's useless even if I regret it now.”"Big Brother, you must believe that miracles happen in this world. Perhaps such a miracle happened to Sister-in-law.”"Who wouldn't want to? She's such a good person. Why did she have to get involved in such a thing? Heaven is unfair!”"Has Sister-in-law had surgery before?" "The doctor said that it has already been transferred. There's no use in performing surgery.”"Let Sister-in-law rest well and adjust her mentality. Then, she will actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment.”"Yeah, we thought so too. We did what the doctor said. The results can only depend on God's will.”"How is Sister-in-law's mental state?" "She doesn't seem to care about anything. I didn't tell her about the results of the checkup, so she probably guessed it already. She's still as restless as before. I sent her to her parents 'house to play this time because I was angry with her. She said she wanted to come back after two days, saying she couldn't let go of the business in the shop. Sigh, earning money, earning money, thinking about earning money every day.”"Big Brother, Sister-in-law needs to rest well. Don't go against her wishes too much. Let her do what she wants as long as she's happy.”"Alright, brother. I'll remember what you said. When she comes back, she can do whatever she wants. I'll think about it myself. I won't let her tire herself out anymore. Brother, I forgot to ask if you've eaten.”"I've eaten. Haven't you eaten yet? Go ahead and eat. I'll help you look after the shop.”"Sigh, I have no appetite at all. It's like my chest is stuffed with a large ball of cotton. It's stuck there and I can't even breathe properly.”"Big Brother, you can't do this. Sister-in-law is sick. You have to take care of Sister-in-law and take care of the business. You have to work for two people. You can't let your body collapse. If your body collapses, who will take care of Sister-in-law and the shop? How about this? I'll go to the restaurant over there and bring two dishes over. I'll have a drink with you.”"After I came back from Provincial City, your sister-in-law also advised me to drink some wine. I wanted to drink some wine too, but I was afraid that I would get drunk and delay taking care of your sister-in-law. I was also afraid that I would spill the beans after drinking, so I didn't dare to drink. Today, your sister-in-law isn't at home, so we drank one glass.”"Alright, it's a deal. Just one cup. I don't want you to drink too much either.”"I don't need you to spend money. The dishes at home are well prepared. Sit for a while, I'll cook them and bring them out immediately.”
After drinking and eating, Zheng Qinglan left Jin Zhu's place and returned to the library. It was already time to go to work in the afternoon. Zheng Qinglan sat at her desk without any interest in writing. Originally, this long novel of his was nearing the end and would be completed in another ten days to half a month. He was already prepared to show it to Luo Tianyin first after he finished writing and ask for his help in revising it. However, if it was like this, the date of completion was unknown. He was worried about Jin Ling. The two sisters-in-law were as good as sisters. If Jin Ling knew about Xianglan's illness, she would definitely be as sad as Jin Zhu. She must be in great pain now, and just like Jin Zhu, she did not dare to show her pain in front of her family. Zheng Qinglan even thought of Jin Ling's current appearance." Her hair was messy, her face haggard, and her eyes lifeless. She sat there and cried silently. What should I do? What can I say over the phone? What if she starts crying on the other end? Nothing I say will be of any use. I'll make her feel bad for nothing. It doesn't seem appropriate to see her. Zheng Qinglan couldn't come up with a good idea. Half a day passed while he was repeatedly affirming and denying. There was nothing in front of him except for a few pieces of paper that he had scratched. For Zheng Qinglan, who never wanted to take a break, this was undoubtedly a huge waste.
Just as Zheng Qinglan had expected, Jin Ling was sitting in the shop in a daze. She didn't notice the customer coming in. The customer knocked on the counter a few times with his finger. Jin Ling woke up from her dream and asked,"What do you want?" The customer looked at her suspiciously and asked,"Lingzi, what's wrong with you? Your soul isn't with you anymore."?”Jin Ling forced a smile and said perfunctorily,"Nothing. I didn't rest well last night and am a little sleepy.”The guest took the things and left. Jin Ling let out a long sigh and fell back into the chair. Jin Ling had basically been living like this since she came back from the city. Her mother didn't understand and nagged in front of her,"Lingzi, I was thinking of letting you go out and relax, but since you came back, you haven't had a smile on your face. If I had known this would happen, I would not have let you out.”"Mom, can you stop talking and let me have some peace?”Jin Ling's mother could hear the resentment in Jin Ling's voice. She didn't say anything else and left with a sigh. These days, Jin Ling was only happy for a few minutes when Xianglan came back. At about ten o'clock that morning, Jin Ling was sitting in the shop feeling sad when she heard Xianglan calling her from outside," Lingzi, I'm back." Jin Ling was shocked. She quickly rubbed her face and walked out to meet him. Although Xianglan looked a little sick, she looked very energetic. It was unknown whether it was because of the cold or excitement, but her face was red and her eyes were shining. "Sister-in-law, why are you back?" "Your brother said that I haven't been back to my parents 'house for a long time. Since the twelfth lunar month isn't here yet, there's still plenty of time. He asked me to go back and play for a few days. I thought that it made sense, so I came back. I got off the car here to see Dad, Mom, and you.”Jin Ling's tears immediately rolled out. She choked and said,"Sister-in-law, it's great that you're back. I miss you too. I miss you every day. Sit down and rest.”"You're back at your own home, yet you're still so polite.”Jin Ling poured tea for Xianglan and hurriedly ran upstairs to tell her mother. When her mother heard this, she could not help but complain,"Why didn't you tell me earlier that you're back?”"I only poured sister-in-law a cup of tea and came to tell you. Isn't it timely?”After meeting her and asking about her well-being, Xianglan took out two sets of clothes and said,"These are the winter clothes I bought for you and your father. They are in the same size as last year's. You and father can try them on. If they don't work, I'll change them.”"Miss Lan, don't just think about us. You should also buy yourself a few decent clothes. Also, your parents can't be careless.”"Mom, I know. I bought it for my parents too. Look, it's the same brand as yours and Dad's, but the color is different.”"It should be like this. You don't look too good. Are you sick?”"No, I'm fine." As she spoke, she winked at Jin Ling. Jin Ling understood what she meant. She turned her face away and rubbed her eyes a few times. She turned her head and said,"Mom, what are you going to give Sister-in-law when she comes back?”Xiang Lan hurriedly stopped him and said," Why are you talking about hospitality? You're acting like an outsider. Mom, don't cook anything. Just ordinary food will do."”"How can that be? I've already prepared it. It's the fattest old hen. I've been feeding it for a few days. I've been hoping that you guys wouldn't come back. Lanzi, you two sisters have a chat. I'll go kill some chickens with your dad.”"I'll go see Dad first. I'll help you later.”"No need, no need. You can rest." Before she could finish her sentence, she had already walked far away. Xianglan smiled and said," Lingzi, look at Mom. She's so energetic and doesn't look old at all. I don't think I can compare to her. I'm too young."”"That's just her personality. She's like this all day long and all year round. People say that she walks faster than the wind, and I think so too. I can't compare to her either.”"Sister, you guard the shop alone for a while. I'll go upstairs to see Dad and help Mom prepare lunch.”" Alright." As soon as Xiang Lan walked out of the shop, Jin Ling's tears flowed out again.
When there were no customers, Jin Ling would run to the back to take a look. When she saw the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law talking and laughing, Jin Ling felt happy and sad. Tears could not stop falling. She kept reminding herself,"Why are you crying? Isn't everything fine?”However, she couldn't help it. Just as she wiped her tears, they flowed out again.
An hour later, Xiang Lan came to the shop and said to Jin Ling,""Sister, it's time to eat. The old hen that Mom stewed is so authentic. I can't help but taste it a few times.”Jin Ling laughed as well." Hahaha, sister-in-law, you're really…Hahaha!" She laughed until her face was covered in tears.
As soon as the chicken was served, Jin Ling put a drumstick into Xiang Lan's bowl and said,"Sister-in-law, you just said that the old hen that Mom stewed is still so authentic. You like it the most. Come, I'll give you a chicken drumstick and let you experience Mom's cooking.”Jin Ling's mother laughed and said,""There's no craftsmanship. It's just plain food.”"Sister-in-law, look, Mom is becoming more and more humble.”"Mom, don't be humble. It's really delicious. Come, Lingzi, you don't have to just give it to me. Dad, you eat it. Come, this drumstick is yours.”"Your mother has contributed a lot. It's better to give it to her.”Xiang Lan said,"Dad, you eat. I'll make more for Mom."”"Don't worry about me. I'm just a chef who cooks the fire. I can eat whatever I want. Sigh, today could be considered a small reunion. If Zhu Zi and Xiao Rui were to come back, it would be a big reunion.”"Mom, Xiao Rui is still in school. I'll ask him to come back to see you guys first during winter vacation.”"Alright, alright. I'll prepare the food well. I guarantee that he'll eat until his stomach is round every day. " Mom, let's eat. Sister-in-law is finally back. Let's have a quiet meal together. Don't always be worried about this and that. Aren't I fine? Aren't you Sister-in-law?”"Mom, don't be anxious. Maybe Lingzi has already found someone. Maybe one day, she will bring the son-in-law to you.”That's great…" He seemed to want to say something else, but he paused and said,""Come, eat. If you like to eat, eat more. You don't have to be so restrained in your own home.”
After the meal, Xianglan said," Dad, Mom, you guys take a rest. Lingzi, you go to the shop in front too. Leave the cleaning to me."”Jin Ling's mother hurriedly said," That's a bit too much. It's not easy for you to come back, so you're a guest. There's no need for you to interfere. Besides, you've already done a lot. I'll do the rest. You can either lie down for a while or go to the shop to chat with Lingzi."”
Jin Ling smiled and said," Sister-in-law, forget it. Don't you know Mom's temper? If she says she won't let you do it, she won't let you do it. Go to my bed and rest for a while. You haven't rested since you came back. You're busy with this and that. When you're done resting, I'll ride my bike and send you back to your parents 'house."”"I'm not resting. Your brother has taken care of everything these days. I didn't do much, so I'm not tired at all. Come, I'll go to the shop with you." The two sisters-in-law talked and smiled as they entered the shop. Xianglan said,"Sis, don't think that I'm talkative. Mom's right. You should think about your own matters. A person has to have a home of their own in this world. Otherwise, life would be so lonely. Look at how comfortable our family is living together. But Dad and Mom are getting older and older. We're also in the city. In the future…When Xiao Rui grows up and has his own home, your brother and I will have to revolve around them. The days we spend with you will definitely be less than now. You can't live alone, right?”Jin Ling remained silent. Xianglan continued," Sister, listen to me. We have to believe in fate many times. If our fate is good, we can find a partner we like and live happily for the rest of our lives. If we're not, we can make do with it. The worst thing is that two people don't like each other and will be angry for the rest of their lives. However, I believe that you're the one with a good life. No matter what kind of man you are, he will treat you like a treasure.”"Sister-in-law, do you believe in fate?" "I didn't think about it before, but now I often think about it. "I used to be poor and had many sisters. At that time, I thought that I would be able to eat my fill and enjoy life. Later on, when I grew up, I met your brother through someone else's introduction. At that time, I didn't want to live a good life. When I was older, my sister-in-law and aunt said that it was time to find a husband, so I followed the wishes of others and married. I didn't expect to fall into a blessed nest. My parents were hardworking and kind, your brother was capable and considerate, and you were smart and lively. I often thought like this." Which life did I cultivate to have such good fortune? I'm content for the rest of my life.”"Sister-in-law, the key is that you did a good job. Look at how beautiful you are and how you do things.”Xiang Lan smiled and said,"Sister, as long as you agree, you will definitely find a good husband like me."”"Sister-in-law, I'll remember what you said. I'll consider it. It's getting late.”"I'll take a ride myself. It's too cold to ride a motorcycle now.”"It's okay. I'll wear more. I'll wear a raincoat outside. I can drive you all the way to your house, so you don't have to walk for miles.”"Then I'll have to trouble you." "Sister-in-law, what are you saying? If you say anything else, I'll be angry.”Xiang Lan laughed and said,"I won't say it anymore."”"Wait for a while. I'll go get my raincoat from the back. You have to wear it too. It'll be troublesome if you catch a cold.”
Jin Ling sent Xianglan back to her parents 'home. Xianglan's parents, brother, and sister-in-law were surprised and happy to see them. Xianglan's mother said," When I was making the fire today, I saw the fire burning in the stove. I thought that there would definitely be guests today, so you came. Sit down and rest. I'll go beat eggs for you to eat. It'll warm your bodies."”Jin Ling quickly declined." You can call my sister-in-law to eat. I have to go back. No one is taking photos of the restaurant yet."”Xianglan's sister-in-law said," Sister, no matter how busy you are, you can't stay here for a while. Anyway, you're already here. Rest and eat your eggs before you leave."”"No, Sister-in-law. It's not good to be exposed to the cold wind after eating eggs. I really have to go back. I'll trouble you again when I pick Sister-in-law up another day.”"Since that's the case, we won't keep you. Don't be in a hurry to pick up your sister-in-law. Let her stay here for a few more days. She rarely comes back twice a year. I don't know what wind blew her back this time, haha.”"Alright, Sister-in-law. You can stay here for a few more days. When you want to go back, get someone to send me a message. I'll come and pick you up.”"I won't trouble you. I'll take a ride back myself when I go back. It's okay. Don't worry about it.”Jin Ling left on her bike. Mrs. Xianglan said,"This girl is really good at talking. She has the looks, the way she does things, and the way she talks. She's really hard to find. Sister, has your sister-in-law found a husband yet?”"No, she said that she doesn't want to look for him yet. I was still talking to her about this before I came here.”"Tsk tsk, she must have chosen the best out of the best. No wonder. Who told her to have this qualification? It's just that I don't know which young man is lucky.”"Sister-in-law, do you have anyone with Xiang Yi? Help her introduce someone." Xianglan's sister-in-law smiled." You guys are doing business outside and come into contact with a lot of people. Staying in the countryside every day is like sitting in a well. There's no one from Xiang Yi. Even if there is, I'll recognize her. Sister Ling isn't satisfied, so it's better if I don't get involved in this matter to avoid making things difficult for myself."”Xianglan's brother said," Yo, the sun probably rose from the west this morning. Why are you so humble? Don't you always say that you know a lot of people? You also always say that I'm a person who can't beat a fart."”"Look at you. I can tell from your words that you're a stick spirit. You can kill someone with your words. Let me tell you, when I said that I have a wide network, it was relative to you. Compared to girls, I can't compare. It wasn't easy for the girl to come back. Why aren't you busy taking care of her? Why are you still wandering around here?”"I'm not going to the kitchen. I know what to prepare.”"Look at you, look at you, you only know how to bicker with me all day long. You went outside to catch a chicken, killed a good waitress, and took a net to throw two nets of fish into the pond. Go get it first. Once you get it back, it's none of your business.”"Alright, talk to the girl first. I'll be done soon.”Xiang Lan quickly stopped them." Don't be so busy. What chicken or fish? I ate at home for lunch. That's all I had. I'll just eat something for dinner."”"How can that be? We can't just treat you with radishes and cabbages when you come back to your mother's house, right? If word gets out, it'll be strange if people don't laugh at us for being stingy. Even if they don't say anything, we'll feel bad in our hearts. Don't worry about it. These things aren't rare to us. Although it's not a lot, it's definitely not a problem for you to eat for ten days to half a month.”"I'm sick of that." "It's not greasy, it's not greasy. Let's change the way we eat it. I guarantee that it won't be the same.”
Xianglan's brother went out. Sister-in-law Xianglan asked,""Sister, didn't your brother-in-law send you back in the past? Why did your sister-in-law send you back today?”"It's almost the twelfth lunar month, and more and more people are coming to the shop to stock up. Zhu Zi doesn't have time to come back. I didn't plan to come back during this period of time, but he insisted that he should take this time to come back and play. I thought that what he said made sense, so I took the car home and took the opportunity to see my in-laws and Lingzi. I originally planned to have lunch at home before taking the car back to see you guys, but she insisted on sending me home, so I asked her to send me home.”"This sister-in-law of yours is really a good girl picked out of ten thousand. There's nothing bad about her. Sister, you're also a lucky person to marry into such a good family.”"Yes, I often think the same way. I don't know when I got this blessing. Here, sister-in-law, these are the shoes I bought for you and brother, as well as the clothes I bought for Dad and Mom. Try them on to see if they fit.”"I'm so sorry to keep making you spend money. We can't help you with anything.”"You've helped us a lot. The rice we ate was all given by you. We haven't bought much rice these years. Also, you brought a lot of vegetables with you.”"They're all produced in the fields and aren't worth much. Unlike the food and clothes you bought for us, they cost a lot of money.”"It won't cost much. It's only right to be filial to our parents. They've suffered too much in their lives. They're getting old, so it's our duty to take care of them as children. I don't come back often, and it's all thanks to you and brother that my parents are taken care of. I should thank you.”"Sister, what are you saying? It's our duty to take care of the elderly. Besides, they aren't idle either. They help us do a lot of things. Sometimes, when we go out to play, our parents are still doing things. Sometimes, we feel bad when we think about it. Sister, you won't blame us, right?”"What are you blaming me for? Dad and Mom have worked their entire lives and are used to it. Besides, their bodies are fine as long as they aren't too tired. Working every day is good for their bodies.”"I'm relieved to hear that. However, we still have to let them do less work. Even if they do, they should only do things that are not physically strenuous.”Xianglan's mother brought a bowl of eggs over and said as she walked,"I'm not tired. If I'm tired, I'll tell you myself. Come, girl, eat this bowl of eggs.”Mrs. Xianglan stood up and said,"Eat slowly. I'll go and see how your brother is doing."”Xiang Lan held the bowl and frowned. "What's wrong, girl? Do you think Mom's eggs aren't delicious?”"Mom, no, it's too much. I can't eat it. During lunch, my family gave me food and said that I hadn't been back for a long time. My stomach was full and I didn't do anything after that. Now you want me to eat such a big bowl of eggs. Where can I put them?”"Alright, take half of it out. I'll use it to comfort your father.”
As soon as Jin Ling entered the shop, her mother stopped her and asked,"Lingzi, do you know why your sister-in-law came back this time?”Jin Ling's heart skipped a beat. Could it be that her mother knew something? She took the opportunity to adjust her emotions and said,"So what if she's back? What's there to doubt? You, seriously. You keep nagging about Sister-in-law not coming back. Now that she's back, you're confused.”"I just feel that she's not feeling well, so I'm asking you.”"Didn't you always say that it's common for people to get sores and get sick when they eat grains?”"So it's true that your sister-in-law is sick.”Jin Ling thought that she would have to tell her parents about her sister-in-law's illness sooner or later. It was good to give her a heads-up. She said,"Sister-in-law has stomach problems. A few days ago, I accompanied her to the hospital in the provincial capital to see a doctor. Her condition is relatively stable now, so don't worry about it. Sister-in-law is kind and healthy.”"You're already in the provincial capital, and you still say it's not a problem.”Jin Ling was anxious." It's really not a problem. Coincidentally, I was helping them take care of their shop for the past few days, so I took the opportunity to bring her to the provincial hospital to have a look. It was just a passing trip, not a special trip. Don't worry, she'll be fine in a few days.”Jin Ling's mother stared at Jin Ling for a while before saying,"Are you really alright?" "It's really fine. The expert said so.”"Then why didn't you tell me that you were coming back? Were you trying to hide it from me?”"I thought it was a small matter and didn't take it to heart, so I forgot to tell you.”"It's good that you're fine. Oh, I almost forgot to tell you something. Xiao Zheng called just now. I asked him what he wanted, and he said it was nothing. He just wanted to talk to you about your writing.”"Mom, I got it. I'll call her later. Isn't it time to cook dinner?”"Yes, wait a moment. I'll go burn it now.”
Jin Ling thought to herself, Why did he call me? Did he call me from his home phone or a public phone? How could I call him back? Just as she was thinking, the phone rang. Jin Ling picked it up and heard Zheng Qinglan's voice."Jin Ling, how are you?" " Okay…okay."" Is there anyone else beside you?”"No, just me." The other end of the phone hesitated for a moment before continuing,"Oh, that's good. I've already heard about sister-in-law Xianglan from Brother Jinzhu. You, don't be anxious.”"Qinglan, thank you. I know.”"Don't tell Uncle and Auntie about Sister-in-law's illness first. They're old and I'm afraid they won't be able to take it.”"Yes, I know. My mom asked me just now, but I didn't tell her the truth. I only said that sister-in-law has stomach problems so that she could be mentally prepared. " What if…What if…" Jin Ling couldn't continue and started sobbing. Zheng Qinglan hurriedly comforted her on the other end of the phone,""Jin Ling, don't be like this. Sister-in-law is sick, and everyone feels bad. But what's the use of feeling bad? We have to think of a way to make Sister-in-law happy now. Only then can we create a miracle, don't you think? Besides, it's easy for the uncles and aunties to see through you like this. It's not good for them either.”"You're right, Brother Qinglan. Thank you, I know what to do.”Suddenly, she heard her mother calling her,"Lingzi, it's time to eat."”He said,"My mom is calling me for dinner. I'm hanging up. Let's talk again when we have time."”After saying that, he hung up the phone and stopped at the back door of the shop. He rubbed his face with both hands to make sure that his emotions had returned to normal before he walked back.
Zheng Qinglan had been hesitating whether she should call Jin Ling. After work, he didn't go home but walked back and forth on the street several times. Finally, he gritted his teeth and called her. However, Jin Ling's mother answered the phone. She told Zheng Qinglan that Jin Ling had sent her sister-in-law back to her mother's house. He didn't dare to ask how Jin Ling was doing, afraid that it would arouse Jin Ling's mother's suspicion, so he made up an excuse to hang up the phone. Then, he walked around the street anxiously for nearly an hour. Then, he called again.
It was already past eight o'clock when Zheng Qinglan entered the house. Ya Ya asked,""Dad, why did you come back so late today? Mom and I waited for you for a long time for dinner, but you didn't come back, so we ate first. Dad, have you had dinner?。”"Oh, I had something to do, so I came back late.”Shang Liu Xin's grumbling voice came from the room: "Only a ghost would believe you. Do you think you can fool me by saying that you have something to do? Tell me, what exactly do you have? I have to work during the day and study at night. You're like a shopkeeper who doesn't care about anything at home. What's the use of having a man like you?”Zheng Qinglan was furious. She picked up a chair and slammed it on the floor."You're always like this. You don't say anything nice when you enter the house. It's as if I'm a parasite. Am I that kind of person? What haven't I done in this family?”Ya Ya came out of the room and grabbed Zheng Qinglan's arm.""Dad, don't be like this. Mom was worried about you. When you didn't come back just now, she called the cultural center but no one picked up. She was so anxious that she wanted to look for you.”"What are you looking for? I'm a living person. Why would I be afraid of losing it?”"Have you grown a temper? You didn't go home in the middle of the night and got hard after a few words. Ya Ya, ignore him. Let's see how hard he can get.”"Dad, you haven't eaten yet, right? Mom left some food for you. I'll heat it up for you, okay?”"Daddy isn't hungry. Go do your thing. Daddy wants to sit.”"Then I'll heat it up for you." "I told you not to worry. Why are you so annoying?”Ya Ya looked at her father at a loss. This father had never lost his temper in front of her. What was wrong with him today? She did not understand. "You've really grown up. You actually know how to lose your temper at a child. I think that's all you can do. You're like a sheep outside, but you're like a wolf at home.”Zheng Qinglan ignored her and said to Yaya,""Ya Ya, don't worry about me. I was in a bad temper just now. I'll apologize to you, okay?”
Although she was hungry, Zheng Qinglan didn't have much of an appetite. She ate a few mouthfuls of cold rice, washed up, and lay down. After walking back and forth on the street several times in the afternoon, he felt sore and weak in his legs when he lay down. However, he couldn't fall asleep. All he could see were the shadows of Jin Ling, Jin Zhu, and Xiang Lan. He was afraid of disturbing Shang Liu Xin and attracting her endless scolding, so he tried his best not to turn over or sigh, only silently thinking about his matters.
"You really fell asleep?"”"What is it?" "I studied so hard and you didn't even ask. It's as if you didn't see it. What are you thinking?”"What can I think about? A scholar who can't be considered a scholar lives like a dog every day. What can I think about?”"You can't think about big things, but you should at least think about the small things at home. You see, Ya Ya is getting older, and there are more places where you need to spend money.”"What's the use of my anger? People earn a lot of money because they have the conditions. Do you think I have the conditions?”"What conditions? Aren't they all forced out? Which mother will earn money from birth? You're not stupid. Why can't you earn money?”"You mean to let me go into the sea, right?”"What do you think?" Zheng Qinglan thought for a moment and said," Why do you change so fast? Two days ago, you were thinking about me getting an official position in the unit. Why did you want me to go into business two days later? You changed so fast. I can't keep up with your speed."”"That's right. Choose one of the two.”"There's no third rule?" "Did you?" "You see the world as too simple, too simple, and you also see people as too simple, too simple. There are thousands of roads in this world, and all of them can lead to success. Why can you only take the two roads of being an official and earning money? There were thousands of people in this world, and everyone had their own hobbies and pursuits. Why could they only choose between being an official and earning money?”"Because being an official and earning money is the most practical. Only with money or power can one live a comfortable life. I have no money and no power. My life is really pitiful. Do you think I'm right?”"Did you figure it out yourself or did you hear it from someone else?”"You don't have to worry about that. Are you convinced by reason or people?”"Of course, we have to obey reason. However, we can't absolutely separate reason from people. Some reasons are decent when spoken by a gentleman, and some reasons are evil when spoken by a bad person.”"I'm not going to say these useless words to you. I just want to ask you one thing. How do you plan to live your life from now on?”"Work hard and strive to achieve results.”"You're just not enlightened. You're just a poor scholar. What achievements can you achieve?”"Anything is possible." "You can sleep there and dream. It's not easy to become a literary hero. Even if you become a literary hero, so what? Look at this book. How many literary heroes can't even eat their fill? I think being an official and earning money are still the most important.”
Zheng Qinglan was both angry and amused.""You applied for Chinese and studied every day. Did you learn these things? Your comprehension is really good.”"I didn't only realize this. This was just something I thought of by chance. Why can't such a talented person even become a decent official? Some can't even become an official at all?”"Don't associate studying with being an official, okay? Those who can read and write poems and essays may not be good officials. Writing poems and essays and being an official are two completely different concepts.”"Then how do you say that if you learn well, you will be an official?”"That only means that those who study well have the opportunity to be an official. It doesn't mean that they will definitely be able to be an official. Whether you can be an official or not doesn't depend on whether you want to be an official or not, nor does it depend on how well you do in the imperial examination. It also depends on whether others approve of you or not. Look at Li Bai. He is talented and literary, but he is wild and unrestrained in doing things. Such a person is not easy to be recognized by others. Emperor Xuanzong of the Tang Dynasty appreciated his talent and gave him the title of waiting for the imperial edict. She only asked him to write poems for her and Noble Consort Yang to pass time, but in the end, he didn't even keep this Hanlin consecrator. He was too enviable.”"What about Du Fu? Isn't he quite mature and prudent?”" Everyone has their own reasons, but it can't be separated from the internal and external. The internal is oneself, including one's character and ability to treat others. The external is how others think of you. When the two aspects are combined, a person who handles them well will be able to mix in society like a fish in water. He won't make himself suffer or offend others. If he doesn't grasp it well, he will either make himself suffer or offend others. It won't be an ideal life.”"That sounds reasonable. Then what kind of person are you?”"Why are you talking about yourself?”"This is called combining theory with practice.”"How can you apply what you've learned? It's completely useless.”Actually, Zheng Qinglan wanted to say that she was the kind of person who wronged herself, but after saying that, Shang Liu Xin would definitely ask him what he had done to her, so what could he say to her? He would just avoid answering. Shang Liu Xin sighed,"You ah, I can't even hear a single word of truth from you. I wonder if you also interact with others like this in the unit."”Zheng Qinglan shook her head violently and pushed the annoying thoughts that had come out of her mind to a corner.
"It seems that you are determined not to seek an official position. My heart has been in vain. I really don't know what to say about you. It's a good thing that's hard to find even with lanterns. Many people can't even think of it, but you don't want it. Other than silly and sweet, I really can't find any words to describe it.”Zheng Qinglan said," Then you should study hard. If you can't get a bachelor's degree, you should get a master's degree. If you can't get a bachelor's degree, then you should get a master's degree. See if you can find any other words to describe it other than 'stupid' and 'sweet' to describe it." It's getting late. We still have to go to work tomorrow.”"It's almost the holidays now, and the weather is cold. Many parents don't send their students to the kindergarten anymore, so we have less to do. There's no need to rush to the kindergarten to pick up the students.”"Won't your director criticize me if I'm late?”"I'm just a little later than usual. I usually arrive early for work, so of course I have to arrive on time tomorrow.”Zheng Qinglan didn't say anything else. She sighed and fell asleep even though she was a little unhappy. Shang Liu Xin glanced at him and shook her head, returning her gaze to her book.
The next day at work, Shang Liu Xin was preparing for class in the classroom. Du Bolao stood outside and waved at her. Shang Liu Xin put down the book in her hand and walked to the classroom door to ask,"What's the matter?" "Since I'm not looking for you, I'm looking for you for something," Du Bolao said with a smile.”"Can we talk about it later? I'm preparing for class." "That's what I mean. Come to my office after class.”Saying so, he glanced at Shang Liu Xin and left as if he had not had enough. Shang Liu Xin's heart was in a mess. She knew why Du Bolao was looking for her. Even if she didn't know what he was trying to do, she knew what he was trying to do. She was a little scared, but there was also a strong desire in her heart. She comforted herself that nothing would happen, but she also wanted something to happen. Regarding this matter, she had weighed it repeatedly. She was sure that Zheng Qinglan would not hold it against her. After all these years of interaction, she thought that she had already found Zheng Qinglan's pulse. In the past, whenever she talked about sensitive things, Zheng Qinglan would take the initiative to retreat. Now, she thought that Zheng Qinglan's behavior was a cowardly one. He was afraid that she could not bear it. In fact, Zheng Qinglan didn't even know what he was doing. Zheng Qinglan was always so slow in this aspect. In other words, even if Zheng Qinglan knew about it, he had a way to deal with her. As long as he didn't admit it, what could he do? Besides, Zheng Qinglan was neither cold nor warm to him. She had never satisfied her inner desire. He couldn't blame her. He could only blame Zheng Qinglan for not knowing what a woman wanted. As for the rest, it was secondary. One must live up to himself first. It wasn't a good choice to suffer too much. Since a man can treat me without pity for himself, why can't I have some freedom? Sigh, I can't make up my mind about this. After all, Zheng Qinglan wasn't the one who abandoned me. Why should I impose the injustice on him? Forget it, forget it. What was the point of thinking so much? He had to worry about this and that. He might as well not do anything and live like the weeds in the field for the rest of his life. No one cared about him, no one cared about him. But was this the life I wanted? "In the end, it's all your fault. You don't understand women. You can't give a woman what she wants. Money, enjoyment, reputation, status. It's fine if you don't have any of these, but he doesn't care about me. It's too frustrating." In this regard, Du Bolao was much better than him. When was there a small matter, and he was not busy running back and forth? He has his own reasons for doing this, but what's the loss for me? Don't women just want someone to protect them?
Shang Liu Xin gave a simple explanation and let the students move around on their own. She sat there and looked like she was reading a book, but she didn't pay attention to a single word. The pen in her hand was fixed on a point, and even though the ink had stained the paper so much that it was like a fingernail, she didn't move her pen. The bell rang. She closed her book and walked out of the classroom. Li Xiao 'ai, Cui Xiaoli, Long Xuelian, and the others gathered together to chat. When Shang Liuxin walked past them, Long Xuelian greeted her,""Teacher Shang, come over and play for a while." "No, the director said that he had something to say to me. I'll play with you guys later.”After Shang Liu Xin had walked far away, Li Xiao 'ai said,""Teacher Long, you really are. I'm rushing to go on a date, so why are you ruining my plans?”"He went to discuss some matters." "How do you know that he's going to discuss something and not go for a tryst?”"It's broad daylight, and it's only for a few minutes. How is that possible?”"A day apart feels like three years, do you know that? Two people who are close to each other can enjoy even a minute together. Didn't you all come from there? Why don't you know this?”"So you didn't come from there. Do you think you're so innocent?”Everyone was mocking Li Xiao 'ai, causing her to blush. "I won't say it anymore." Cui Xiaoli said," Why aren't you saying anything? Aren't you quite good at talking? Now that you're afraid, this is what it means to be a dog that likes to fight. Let's see if you still dare to bite people casually in the future."”
Shang Liu Xin pushed open Du Bolao's office door. Du Bolao said,"Have a seat." Shang Liu Xin sat down on the sofa. Du Bolao stared at her lecherously before saying,"The boss has already agreed to let you be the deputy director. Now, there's only one step left.”Shang Liu Xin's heart trembled. She suppressed her excitement and humbly said,"Thank you for your trouble. What else do you want me to do?”"It's nothing. It's just a meeting with the boss. It's equivalent to an interview. It's an interview, but you don't have to worry.”"When do we meet?" "In a few days. We can decide on the exact time. It's the end of the year, and the boss has a lot of things to do. He has to worship all the immortals and can't offend anyone. But don't worry, I've already made an agreement with him. When he's done worshiping those gods, the first thing he'll do is to meet you.”"What do I have to say? Isn't everything up to you?”"Alright then, just wait for my notice. I'll let you know once the time is set.”"What do you think we should prepare?" "How to talk is not a problem for you. I trust you. I don't need to teach you. It's not difficult for you to talk about work. Just say what you usually do. What I want to remind you is to take a good shower, change into beautiful clothes, and tidy yourself up. The boss is a person who has seen the world.”"There's so much to be particular about?" "Yes, you're right to do as I say. I won't let you suffer.”"Alright, I understand. I'll do as you say. It's time for class. I should go.”"Remember, do as I say.”After Du Bolao finished speaking, he revealed a mysterious smile. Shang Liu Xin seemed to know what he meant, so she returned his smile and walked out. The moment she stepped out of the door, the bell rang. The teacher and students had all entered the classroom. Shang Liu Xin slowed down and took this time to sort out her emotions. She was worried that there were prying eyes behind the glass window.
For seven or eight days, Du Bolao hadn't informed Shang Liu Xin, so she was too embarrassed to ask. During this period of time, Shang Liu Xin had a few setbacks. Sometimes, she thought to herself,"What does it matter if I'm the principal or not? Is it worth it to sacrifice my reputation to be the deputy principal of a private kindergarten?" Forget it. It was still not too late to turn back now. Sometimes, she thought," Why not fight for what I can? Although I'm just the deputy director of a private kindergarten, it's still an official position. The tallest building starts from the ground. This is the foundation. With this foundation and training, I'll have the confidence to do anything in the future. I want to make a name for myself and make the people who abandoned me regret it." With that thought, she decided not to change. She had never mentioned the possibility of her becoming the deputy director to Zheng Qinglan. After all, this matter had not been confirmed yet. If she could not be the deputy director, she would make Zheng Qinglan a laughing stock. At the same time, she was afraid that Zheng Qinglan would object. Although she knew that the probability of Zheng Qinglan opposing her being the deputy director was very small, it was better to be safe than sorry. She did not want to cause trouble at the critical moment. Most importantly, there was still that matter. If Zheng Qinglan became suspicious, it would be over. Although she was sure that Zheng Qinglan wouldn't suspect her, she still had to be careful. After all, this was not a small matter. If it was exposed, how could she clean it up? Shang Liu Xin had always dared to speak and act, but she was still very careful on this matter.
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