After Mixiang 'er and Tian Xin' er parted ways, she thought for a while and then hurried to the county's supply and demand cooperative. She bought several feet of high-quality floral fabric and bought two jin of mung bean cakes, two jin of glutinous rice strips and walnut cakes, as well as a roasted chicken. Then she went back to Ni Dahai's place and took a shoulder pole. She didn't go back to the village but went directly to Bai Changxi's house.
When she arrived at Sanfang Village, she asked around and found out that everyone knew the village chief. Naturally, there were people who showed her the way. When she arrived at a clean courtyard, Mi Xaing 'er opened the door and stood in the courtyard, asking softly, "Village chief, is the village chief home?"
Almost immediately, a young girl jumped out of the house. She looked to be about fourteen or fifteen years old. Her face was fair, her facial features were very good, and her body was slightly round. She had two thick black braids and was holding a big cucumber in her hand. She took a big bite and leaned against the door. "Who are you? Are you looking for my father?"
My father?
Mi Xaing 'er was a meticulous person. Before she came, she had already inquired about the Bai family's situation. She knew that Bai Changxi was a widower. After so many years, he only had a silly daughter by his side. He did not care about the child's mental illness and did his best to raise his daughter to be his lifeblood.
Now that she saw it, it was indeed true.
Although Bai Tian 'er's smile was a little absent-minded, her skin was fair and smooth. Looking at her clothes, she was wearing a small shirt with well-ironed black pants. She even wore a pair of leather shoes that were exported to the country. This appearance was top-notch in the village. It could be seen that Bai Changxi treated her very well. "You are Bai Tian' er?"
"Yes."
Bai Tian 'er chewed on a cucumber and looked up at the sky. "My father said that he will be back when the sun sets. You can sit and wait."
Her words were clear, but her behavior was like that of a seven-year-old girl.
Mi Xaing 'er waved at her. "Look, what delicious food did I bring for you?"
Without entering the house, she spread out a few pastries on the big stone table in the courtyard.
When Bai Tian 'er saw the mung bean cake, her eyes narrowed into slits. "This is delicious. My father said that he will buy it for me in a few days."
Mi Xaing 'er took a piece and handed it over. "Eat it."
Bai Tian-Er hesitated and did not dare to accept it. "I don't eat other people's food."
This Bai Chang Xi's upbringing was quite strict.
In the time it took for them to speak, a cough could be heard from outside the door. Bai Chang Xi walked into the courtyard with his hands behind his back. When he saw Mi Xaing 'er, he was stunned. "Yo, Xiao Mi, why are you here?"
She looked again and saw roasted chicken and desserts on the table. "Look, why did you bring food?"
Mi Xaing 'er greeted him cheerfully, "Village Chief, you're back. I'm here to fulfill my promise."
After he finished speaking, he took out 50 yuan from his pocket and placed it on the table.
When Bai Changxi saw this, he hurriedly declined, "Ah, what are you doing? Where did you get so much money?"
"I earned it from selling medicine."
Mi Xiang 'er pursed her lips and smiled. She had to return the favor. Since Qin Haodong had helped her when she needed it, of course, she would not treat him unfairly. "Today, I paid for the medicine and wanted to send it to you immediately. By the way, I bought some food for Bai' er in the county."
Bai Chang Xi was stunned. He valued this young lady even more in his heart. She was a woman who kept her promise, knew her limits, and knew how to please others. She did not make any mistakes when doing things. She was not like an 18-year-old village girl at all.
He could not help but cough lightly. "Look, why are you in such a hurry to give me money? Moreover, I only contributed five people. If we count it as a full-time worker, it would be seven cents a day. Even if you gave me three times that, it would only be twenty cents. They worked for four days, at most five yuan would be enough. Why are you still giving me 50 yuan? No, that's too much. Take it back. Also, I appreciate the things you bought, but I can't let you spend money."
Mi Xaing 'er purposely pouted. "Village Chief Bai, you're slapping my face by saying this. You helped me not because of the number of people or the number of days of work, but because of your sincerity. In this era, sincerity is priceless!"
She paused for a moment and continued. "I won't beat around the bush. I still want to work with you for a long time. Of course, I have to give you a generous share of the profits. This is understandable. Who doesn't look at profits when doing business?"
Oh!
These words did not sound like something a village girl would say.
Bai Chang Xi pursed his lips. "We're doing business for a long time. What strange things are in your head again?"
Mi Xaing 'er tilted her head. "What do you think?"
They were both smart people. There was no need to say too much.
Bai Chang Xi stared at her for a while and did not say anything. He picked up a piece of mung bean cake and walked to his daughter. "Tian Er, don't you like to eat this the most?"
Bai Tian 'er took it and ate two bites. There were a few pieces of mung bean residue on her lips. Bai Chang Xi carefully wiped it off for his daughter and chided her with a smile. "Eat slowly. No one will snatch it from you. Don't choke!"
His eyes were full of love and affection. It was all fatherly love.
Bai Chang Xi watched his daughter finish eating and then turned around. "Xiang 'er, I know some people think that I'm unreasonable, but I don't care what they think. The only thing I care about is whether I can give the people around me and my villagers a good life. I want them to eat what they want to eat, wear what they want to wear, and live a happy day without any worries. Just for this, I dare to take the risk!"
He waved his hand vigorously. "Don't worry. I understand what you mean. From now on, those people will help you collect herbs for a long time. They will be cool in winter and warm in summer!"
Emma!
It was so much easier to work with an understanding person. There was no need to persuade him or persuade him. Bai Chang Xi was clear in his heart and agreed immediately.
Not bad!
Mi Xaing 'er came here today for this purpose. She hired people to collect herbs in the mountains.
She smiled and bowed. "Village Chief Bai!"
"You can call me Uncle Bai in the future!"
"Hey, Uncle Bai. Let's work together more and do this secretly!"
Bai Chang Xi nodded and replied in a deep voice, "Okay, let's do it. I don't believe that I, an old man in my fifties, am not as knowledgeable as a little girl like you! If you dare to do something, why wouldn't I dare to do it?"
Mi Xaing 'er agreed readily. "Okay then. You just have to listen to me when we collect herbs next time. That's all! Let's go!"
After she finished speaking, she quickly walked out.
Bai Chang Xi chased after her. "Take the money and the things with you!"
Mi Xaing 'er knew that the other party was a shrewd person. She might as well say it out loud. She replied half-seriously and half-jokingly, "Uncle Bai, you have to leave these behind. Take it that I'm flattering you. You can't catch a wolf without risking your life!"
Bai Chang Xi pointed at her with a smile. "This child! Who are you calling a wolf?"
Mi Xaing 'er swung her big braids and walked away.
Bai Chang Xi looked at her back and nodded in his heart. This girl is good. She knows the ways of the world and knows how to talk. She's not stingy and won't do anything for small profits. She'll definitely achieve great things in the future!
Mi Xaing 'er did not go home. Instead, she went straight to Xiao Qingshan's residence. When she arrived at the door, she saw that there were still people seeking treatment outside the Xiao residence. They probably heard the news of her return.
She went straight into the courtyard. "Is Doctor Xiao here?"
Xiao Qingshan recognized her voice and quickly came out to greet her. "Why are you here?"
"I'm here to see how you're settling down. Is there anything else you need help with?"
"Come in then!"
"No, it's fine. We can talk in the courtyard." Mi Xaing 'er pondered for a moment. "I have to thank you for helping me pick the herbs these few days. Without you, the harvesting of gastrodia elata would not have gone so smoothly. I'm here to inform you that the herbs have been sold!"
She thought for a moment and said, "I know very well that you won't accept it no matter how much money I give you. I won't be pretentious and refuse you!"
She lowered her head and took out a shirt from her small bag. "I don't know what to buy for you. I noticed last time that your shirt has been washed out and patched up. I bought you a new one in the county today. Take a look and see if it fits you!"
Xiao Qingshan was stunned. To be honest, he had been demoted for many years. His wife and children had left him. He did not have any relatives or friends by his side. No one had ever bought him new clothes before!
He held the shirt in his hand and felt warmth in his heart. He muttered, "It fits, it fits, it definitely fits you!"
Mi Xaing 'er took out a few balls of wool and said, "I thought the color was good, so I bought it. However, I'm not sure yet. Do you want a sweater or a scarf? I'll be honest with you. I only know how to knit with needles, and I'm not very fast. No matter what you want, you have to pre-order it in advance. I'll start knitting now, and you can only use it in winter!"
She sounded very casual, as if the two of them were chatting about daily life. Xiao Qingshan felt the corners of his eyes getting a little wet. He inexplicably thought of Mi Xaing 'er as his daughter. It seemed that long ago, his daughter had also spoken to him like this and knitted a scarf for him.
She lowered her head …
She remained silent and did not say a word …
Mi Xaing 'er looked around and said, "It's getting late. I'll go back now!"
She suddenly paused and said, "I'll start doing the comparison of prescriptions you asked me to do last time. I've already borrowed the book, and I guarantee that I'll finish it within ten days!"
Xiao Qingshan smiled and said pleasantly, "What's the rush? Who can eat a fat person in one bite? Take your time!"
His opinion and attitude toward Mi Xaing 'er had unknowingly changed as he interacted with her. He had slowly begun to feel closer and more approachable toward her.
Mi Xiang 'er didn't answer. She turned around and walked out of the door. Xiao Qingshan walked her out and stood on the steps. He pondered for a moment before saying in a low voice, "If there's anything you need to pick herbs for in the future, just say the word. I can help."
She turned her head and smiled. Her smile was as radiant as the most gorgeous flower under the setting sun.
When Mi Xaing 'er reached home …
It was already dark. Tang Xiling was waiting in the courtyard. She hurriedly went up to her when she saw her. "What took you so long? I was so worried! I was worried that something would happen to you! I regret it so much! I should have gone with you back then. That way, if anything happened, I could have taken care of it for you!"
These words …
It made one's heart feel warm.
Mi Xaing 'er hugged her affectionately and patted her trouser pocket. "Mom, don't worry about your daughter? Look, I've already gotten the money!"
"Ah, really?"
Mi Xaing 'er raised her eyebrows proudly. "Of course, it's a total of 180 yuan. After deducting labor and other expenses, there's still 130 yuan left!"
"How much?" Chang Xiling raised her voice in disbelief. "That's enough for you to work in the village for a few years!"
Mi Xaing 'er pushed her into the house. "This is still a lot. Take your time. Once you're familiar with this path, you'll get more and more money!"
Tang Xiling could not help but give her a thumbs up. "Xiang 'er, you're really brave! Who would dare to do such a thing nowadays?"
She smiled with relief. "However, if you blindly follow behind others and don't do anything different, you won't be able to achieve anything in your life! Mom supports you! No matter what you do, I'll support you unconditionally! Our family has already fallen to the lowest level. As the saying goes, after the worst comes the best. I believe that as long as we work together, our days will get better and better!"
In fact, she was also a bold and careful person. However, due to the circumstances, she had to hide her talent. Whether it was Xiao Qingshan, Tang Xiling, or even Tong Che, if placed alone in the 21st century, they would all be men's sperm. However, in that era, it could only be that the heavens were about to bestow great responsibility upon them. First, they would have to suffer hardships and work their muscles and bones.
Mi Xaing 'er entered the house. Tang Xiling had already prepared dinner for her daughter. The dishes were all placed on the table and covered with a gauze drawer to prevent flies from catching them. "I didn't know when you'd be back. The dinner was already prepared. Wait here, I'll go heat it up for you!"
After saying that, she hurried out with the cabbage soup.
Mi Xaing 'er leaned back in her chair. Suddenly, she felt that she was no longer lonely. This home was also quite warm.
At night.
She lay on the lonely pillow. Her mind was filled with Yun Jinting's image.
When she quieted down …
She missed him so much that it became a disaster.
She missed her husband at home.
What about Yun Laohu?
She also missed her from thousands of miles away …
Yun Jingting sat in the simple and crude camp headquarters. Her eyes were looking at the map, but she was a little distracted.
Wu Zhifei, who was beside her, knocked on the table. "Hey, Tiger is talking to you. Are you listening?"
Yun Jingting immediately looked up. "Ah, what did he say?"
Wu Zhifei pursed his lips and smiled. "Since just now, I've noticed that you've been distracted. You didn't even look at your bowl when you were eating. Tiger, you must have lost your appetite. Are you missing your wife?"
"Don't talk nonsense."
"How is that nonsense? I've been there before. How can I not see this clearly?" Wu Zhifei leaned back in his chair comfortably. He stretched his arms and stretched his back. "There's nothing wrong with that. So what if I'm a soldier? I'm just an impenetrable fortress. I have no thoughts, no life, and I don't miss my wife.
“”
"Especially in your current situation. It wasn't easy for you to get married. You just entered the bridal chamber, but you left your wife early the next morning. This kind of feeling is something that all men can understand."
Yun Jingting smiled. "You're quite experienced too, aren't you?"
Wu Zhifei's face darkened. He laughed bitterly. "My situation can't be compared to yours. Forget it. Let's not talk about her."
He raised his eyebrows. "Tiger, since you're already married, have you thought about when you're going to have children? You're not young anymore, right? You're the only child in your family. Hurry up and have a child. Take advantage of the good policy now and have two more children.
Let's have more children. "Yun Jingting pursed his lips and smiled. He looked out of the window and said in an exceptionally gentle tone," I do want children, but I don't have the final say. I still have to listen to Mi Xaing 'er. "
Wu Zhifei pursed his lips. "Yo, yo, yo, yo. Why do these words sound so sour, Tiger? Ever since you met Mi Xaing 'er, every time I hear you mention her, your tone is as if she's the only woman in the world. It's as if she's your lifeblood. Oh my, I can even get goosebumps from hearing it."
"Screw you!"
Wu Zhifei smirked and patted his forehead. "I was wrong. Mi Xaing 'er isn't your lifeblood. She's in charge of your lifeblood."
Yun Laohu ran over to kick him. Wu Zhifei quickly stood up from his chair and dodged nimbly. He stood on the other side of the office table and smiled. "A gentleman uses his mouth and not his fists. It means that you can't outtalk me, right?"
His expression slowly became serious. "Tiger, let's stop fooling around. It's enough to liven up the atmosphere. Let's talk about work. About this operation …"
Yun Laohu straightened his shoulders. "I've thought about it. I'll lead a suicide squad for a night attack."
"This …"
Yun Jingting said seriously, "Don't hesitate. We've already been here for five days. We've already done all kinds of investigations and conducted a detailed summary and analysis. I've never fought rash battles. Don't worry. I've already arranged the operation."
Wu Zhifei muttered softly, "This …"
Yun Jingting said calmly, "I've already prepared to die on the battlefield. We won't go home without victory."
“”
Yun Laohu walked to the window and leaned his upper body out. He took a deep breath of the mountain air. After a long time, he said faintly, "The only thing I'm worried about now is Mi Xaing 'er. I'm afraid of her …"
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