Back to 1979: Sending the Educated Youth’s Wife Back to the City

Chapter 31 Spend Money
Lin Yi thought that he would get a job soon and his sister would move out soon. Besides, his future brother-in-law would probably buy some meat to add to the dishes.

She happily agreed and let Yanyan sit on a small stool in the corner to play while she was cooking, and she would look at the sketchbook that Lin Yan had drawn for her.

He looked up from time to time to make sure the child didn't run away.

There are also people to take care of eating, drinking, defecating and urinating.

Lin Yan took Fang Mingche to the department store by bike and bought the shop blanket with tickets first.

I also used the national cloth coupons to buy some blue flowered cloth.

Lin Yan planned to borrow her neighbor's sewing machine to make curtains, tablecloths, etc. at noon.

That night Fang Mingche moved to the new home with his daughter, and invited his parents-in-law and brother-in-law to come over to roast the bottom of the hot pot.

Today was actually a bit tiring, but Fang Mingche and Lin Yan were both tired and happy.

Spending money does make you happy!

In particular, they both were optimistic about the prospects of selling big bowls of tea. Only when there is income can one feel confident in spending money.

Looking at the newly decorated house they had worked on together, the two looked at each other and felt a little excited.

I have settled down in BJ and have my own home! It has two rooms, more than 30 square meters.

After Lin Yi came over, he looked at everything inside and outside the house, marveling at what he saw.

He was also eating an apple in his hand. God knows how long it had been since he had eaten fruit.

When did living your life become so simple?

Curtains with blue background and white flowers are hung up, and the eight-immortals table is covered with a tablecloth of the same style.

My family used fine porcelain bowls, and there were several large pure white bowls in the new cupboard painted with tung oil.

The bedding, mattress and covers on the bed were all new, as were the spatulas, ladles, basins, knives, cutting boards and so on in the kitchen.

Lin Yan and Fang Mingche thought that even if their daughter was admitted to university, they would still have to rent a house to accommodate her.

When the time comes, try not to live in the school dormitory and go to school as a day student. Then these will still be useful.

When I purchased it, I didn't plan to rent it out for a short term.

I didn't buy a bookcase, so I just put the desk against the wall with a row of books standing up. The books Fang Minghui helped to send arrived two days ago.

There is no need to buy a bookcase specifically for the time being, so save wherever you can!

Lin Yan was in the kitchen beating eggs with a bowl and chopsticks. She put three eggs in and made a large plate of scrambled eggs.

There is a fish in sour soup with tofu in the pot, rolling happily.
This sour soup tofu fish is Fang Mingche's craftsmanship. Lin Yan also praised his cooking skills.

Lin Yi opened the lid of the pot without hesitation to take a look. It smelled delicious!

"Sister, your life is so beautiful."

He thought about riding his bike to pick up his girlfriend so they could have a good meal together. The hot pot base was a gift from his family.

After seeing this, Lin's father and mother's faces became darker and darker.

Lin's mother asked directly: "Then the 500 yuan has not been almost spent, right?"

They were people who had lived a life of ease and were old enough to estimate the approximate amount at a glance.

With so many things, it is impossible to buy them all in one stop at department stores or supply and marketing cooperatives.

If there aren't that many bills, people won't buy all of them from you.

Most of them went to the black market.

The money will have to increase by a few percent.

Lin Yan thought for a moment, not counting the money for the bills, she did spend 400. The main cost was the rent and furniture, which was about .

So he said 'hmm'.

Lin's father's voice suddenly rose, "You guys are not going to make a living in the future? The rice, flour, grain and oil you bought are only enough for one month." He meant that the 150 yuan rent must be spent. But Yanyan can continue to stay at the Lin family, just in time for her grandmother to look after her.

Fang Mingche can also eat at the Lin family, so he doesn’t have to buy many things.

Even this room can be sublet.

I had told my daughter about this, but I didn't expect these two prodigal sons to spend 70% to 80% of all my savings!
With only a hundred yuan left, can they last until the college entrance examination if they spend money like this?

Lin Yi, who was about to go out to pick up his partner, stopped when he saw that a quarrel was about to break out.

Fang Mingche said, "Uncle, Ah Yan and I plan to set up a tea stall in Tiananmen Square starting the day after tomorrow, and review our lessons at home at night."

It's time to make it clear. Otherwise, if someone familiar with the matter finds out, the old man will be even angrier.

Fang Mingche had also been a father-in-law in his previous life, so now he could understand his father-in-law's feelings very well. He was also willing to be more tolerant!
Father Lin's face suddenly changed. Setting up a tea stall?

This guy named Fang wants to take his daughter to set up a tea stall in a servile manner!
"Can't you spend less money and study peacefully?"

Just when I thought you were a little more reliable, you do this!

Fang Mingche said, "Uncle, we only bought necessities and didn't waste any money. However, we have to save money and increase income, so that we can live without worries."

Mother Lin said: "That's not wrong. But if you want to set up a tea stall, you still have to go to Tiananmen Square!"

Lin Yan handed the spatula to Fang Mingche and motioned for him to fry the eggs.

Fang Mingche then switched places with her, allowing her to communicate directly with her parents. It was easier to communicate with blood relatives.

Yanyan was blowing soap bubbles at the door. When she heard her grandfather's voice getting louder, she came in to take a look.

Lin Yan said, "It's okay, just play your own game. Xiaoyi, take her to play in the field."

Lin Yi agreed and took the person out.

I was so upset. Why was the old man so angry? He should have eaten his meal.

There are four or five dishes, two of which are meat dishes, plus one and a half-meat dish of scrambled eggs.

It was so bad that he even hesitated to bring up the idea of picking up his girlfriend to have dinner together.

His sister didn't even mention it.

In the kitchen, Lin Yan continued, "Dad, we are all working people, and labor is the most glorious. I am also responding to the call of the Street Office. The Street Office asked us to try to think of solutions ourselves, and not just wait and rely on others. I feel uneasy without any income."

"I said I'd retire early and let you take over, but you didn't want to go! Do you think setting up a stall is the same as working in a state-owned teahouse?"

He worked as a waiter before liberation, and the customers didn't even treat him as a human being.

He ordered people around and beat and scolded them at every turn.

The situation may be better nowadays, but setting up stalls is still looked down upon.

"You are a level 5 fitter, so you have a high salary. It's not cost-effective for me to take over and become a general worker. It's better for you and my mother to have more money on hand."

Lin's mother deeply agreed with this.

She has already decided to let her son take over her job. The old man should not rush to retire from his job.

He is only 47 and can still work for another 13 years.

If you retire early, you will lose a lot of money in these 13 years. And if you are still working, you may be able to adjust your salary level, and your salary will continue to increase with your years of service.

So he also advised: "We are here to make a pot for Xiao Fang. If you have anything to say, go back and tell us!"

There was a sizzling sound in the pan, and Fang Mingche poured the egg liquid into the pan while the oil was hot, then quickly stir-fried it.

Father Lin then calmed down his anger and said, "Eat first!"

This kid hasn't become his son-in-law again, so he can do whatever he wants.

Go home late to educate your daughter.

(End of this chapter)