The Red Era: Starting from Being an Educated Youth in the Countryside

Chapter 14: Eating two taels of rice, so much trouble

Chen Huaiyang sat comfortably. Did he want to belittle him and elevate himself? Since it was infuriating to both humans and gods, he would experience it himself before speaking, so as to avoid the pain of standing and talking.

Don’t persuade others to be kind without having experienced their suffering!

Didn’t anyone in the carriage stand up and say anything?

If you think you are so proud of yourself because you have some knowledge, then you will suffer the consequences!

Only after experiencing it can you have the capital to criticize!
With a long whistle, the train started.

In the stuffy carriage, various smells mixed together and slowly moved forward. Chen Huaiyang tried to drink less water and avoid going to the toilet, for fear that someone would steal his things.

The suitcase and the quilt were placed in a storage box and marked so they wouldn't be lost under my nose.

Chen Huaiyang would close his eyes and rest whenever he had time. Since he couldn't fall asleep at night, he could only make up for it during the day.

While taking a nap, he could smell the aroma of various foods. Chen Huaiyang rubbed his sleepy eyes and looked at his watch. It was noon. Sure enough, time passed quickly when he was sleeping.

I took a look at the supplies, and they were all in perfect condition.

I drank some hot water and ate a bun for lunch.

He felt as if a pair of malicious eyes were staring at him. The gaze was so sharp that it seemed as if the gaze could stare a hole into him.

The moment Chen Huaiyang turned his head, he saw a man wearing glasses who seemed to be staring at him through. He had a stern face and looked extremely angry.

Chen Huaiyang sneered. He had no sympathy for those who suffered the consequences of their own actions. Wasn't he trying to fight for justice? Now he experienced it himself. This was the consequence of serving the people.

Let people know that you should not say anything about things that you should not interfere in. If you are unwilling to do so yourself, how can you expect others to be generous?

He stood up and said to the person next to him, "Comrade, please take a look at the supplies and relieve yourself."

The female comrade seemed to be a kind-hearted person, so he just shouted like that. It wouldn't take long to go back and forth, and no one would be so bold as to do anything reckless.

When I came back, there were some new people around me.

A little boy looked at him with burning eyes and asked weakly, "Brother, can I sit on your box? Let my grandfather sit on it for a while, just for a while."

Chen Huaiyang looked at the old man he was talking about. He was thin and frail, and it was obvious that he had suffered a lot. He didn't look very heavy.

The old man tugged at his grandson, holding his hand tightly and refusing to let go, "No need, comrade. The child is ignorant."

He saw what had just happened and knew that he could just endure it. There was no need to cause trouble.

Besides, this kind of box is expensive in itself, and we can’t afford the compensation if it is damaged.

This young comrade is not someone you can easily mess with. He doesn’t want to cause any trouble when he goes out alone with his grandson.

The people around him also thought that he would not pay attention. Chen Huaiyang looked at the little boy, looked him in the eye and asked, "I let you sit down. What can you give me in return?"

The little boy rummaged through his pocket and took out a few melon seeds, which had obviously become damp from being stored for so long. But he couldn't bear to eat them, so he just kept them.

Chen Huaiyang raised his hand and rubbed the little boy's head, praising him, "Not bad, you are a good child who cares for the elderly. I will put the box next to you, and you can sit here."

The large box is big enough for two people to sit in steadily, but at this time, no one would be willing to lend it out easily.

The little boy excitedly pulled his grandfather. The old man wanted to refuse, but Chen Huaiyang waved his hand nonchalantly, "Sit down! It won't rot."

He will not tolerate those who are looking for trouble, but if he really encounters someone who needs help, he cannot ignore it.

The old man took his grandson on the train for half a day and got off the train at the station in the afternoon.

There were still people standing nearby, looking at him eagerly, but Chen Huaiyang pretended not to see them. With so many people standing there, how many could he help?
He put the suitcase at his feet, closed his eyes and ignored the people. Anyway, no one dared to say anything to him. The consequences of the man with glasses were obvious to all. His suitcase was not for everyone to borrow. Those who were physically strong should stand! He collapsed his suitcase by sitting on it, but no one felt sorry for him.

In the evening, there is a meal time at the train station. Staple food can be purchased with tickets, and you can choose from a variety of dishes as long as you have money in your pocket, either meat or vegetables.

The food at the train station wasn’t very tasty, so Chen Huaiyang didn’t order any. He still had supplies anyway.

Chen Huaiyang took the buns and ate three of them with water. People beside him watched him swallowing frequently. These were white buns. Such fine grains were not something that could be easily purchased.

Just the two taels of food coupons were enough to make people back off.

And he ate three in one go. It seemed that he had a wealthy family, so he had no psychological burden while eating.

People around just watched and thought that it was good to have coarse grains to eat, as it could fill their stomachs and not make them starve. Fine grains were only available to people in the city.

During the meal, the man with glasses stared at him with displeasure and ran out to seek attention.

"Baozi is a fine grain, and you seem to be a kind-hearted man. The little girl next to you is looking at you eagerly! Since there is an abundance of food, you can also contribute a little."

Chen Huaiyang took two sips of water and felt relaxed all over.

After all, being in the car didn’t consume any energy, and I didn’t feel that hungry.

Looking at the man who was speaking, it seems like he hasn’t been taught a lesson enough!

If you can't bear the consequences, why don't you contribute your own food? You always like to point fingers at other people's things.

Eat two taels of rice, and you will have so many troubles.

Food was so precious at that time, who could have extra?
What you mean, does he really look like a boy who gives away money?

Anyone who comes to him can always get something good from him.

Chen Huaiyang's expression did not fluctuate at all, and he said calmly, "It's a long way to go. My mother is soft-hearted and has used up all her savings to prepare food for me, but it can't be said that there is plenty of food!"

"Compared to you, I still can't compare. At least I can't afford to buy white rice. I have to spend four taels of food coupons!"

"I just took a look and found that the food is better with a combination of meat and vegetables. The little girl is small and it seems that she can't eat much. You should set an example first!"

"After all, the food is enough and we won't be hungry at all. As an intellectual, you must not be a drag. We should also learn from your generous spirit and strive to serve the people."

The glasses man's neck turned red, "I can set an example, but you can't do nothing either!"

Chen Huaiyang said, "Okay! We were saving the eggs for tomorrow morning, so I'll just give one to the little girl!"

Having said that, he peeled the skin and let the little girl eat it in front of him.

Chen Huaiyang watched the little girl finish her meal slowly, and then looked at him with an expression that said, "I've given it to you, so hurry up and do it too."

The man with glasses had no choice but to give all the food in his lunch box to the other party. However, he happened to meet a woman who was insatiable and poured all the food into her own lunch box regardless of his wishes.

Then he covered it, took it in his hand with a bright smile, and walked away with his granddaughter.

"Thank you, comrade. You are really a good comrade who serves the people."

Man with glasses: “…” The food is gone, so I’ll have to go hungry.

What's even more frustrating is that the woman and her grandson ate the delicious food, but her granddaughter didn't even get to taste it.

This scene made him confused.

(End of this chapter)