The mother of the era is reborn to support her cannon fodder children!

Chapter 397 "Technology is the Core"

“Auntie.” happy Bao blushed and stamped her foot.

Lin Zhao's eyes softened as she beckoned to Lin Xuan and Lin Zheng, then pulled the two sisters into her arms.

"She's grown into a young lady, almost as tall as me now."

The Lin family ate well, and the children received adequate nutrition, which helped them grow tall.

Da Dan and his friends lived in the city with their parents and no longer worked in the fields. Their skin had become much fairer, and they wore sailor shirts and ordinary pants, clearly city kids.

The Lin sisters, Lin Xuan and Lin Zheng, lived in the village with their Aunt Tao. With their capable father, the director of the transportation team, they had no worries about food or clothing. Tao Tao was genuinely kind to them. The two girls were fair-skinned, generous, and likable.

“Years have passed, and Zhao Zhao hasn’t changed at all.” Lin Shisheng looked his sister up and down, and then absentmindedly tugged at Lin Zhao’s braid.

Lin Zhao was on guard, accurately slapping his hand away, her expression smug. "I knew Second Brother would be mischievous. I was on guard against you."

Lin Shisheng rubbed the back of his hand, "You stingy brat! Don't you know how strong you are? My hand is numb from hitting you!"

He put on a tough-guy, aggrieved expression and asked his young wife to blow on it for him.

Tao Tao looked distressed, pouted her red lips, and blew on the back of his hand.

"???"

Lin Zhao shivered, feeling utterly incredulous.

Second brother was possessed?
Give her back her tough second brother!!
"What's wrong with your dad? This is so mushy."

Lin Zheng pursed her lips, "Aunt, don't pay attention to him. My dad sometimes acts like that. He goes back to normal when no one pays attention to him."

Her grandma said that people who have never had a serious relationship are like this, showing off without any sense of boundaries, which hurts the eyes of others.

"My second brother and your Aunt Tao have a good relationship, don't they?" Lin Zhao whispered.

Lin Xuan covered her mouth and replied in a low voice, "In my aunt's words, it's like honey mixed with oil."

Every day is like a sweet treat, yet it never gets cloying.

Why would my sister-in-law even mention these things?

A hint of helplessness flashed in Lin Zhao's eyes. He ignored his second brother, who had never been in a relationship in eight lifetimes, and his second sister-in-law, who always indulged him. He pulled up a small stool and stuck to his parents' side.

"Still no news from Cheng Huai?" Lin Heling handed over a cup of tea.

"Yes," Lin Zhao replied, "He's on a mission, and we haven't heard from him for months."

"No news is good news." Lin Heling patted her daughter's head.

Lin Zhao shoved a comb into her father's hand. "Dad, comb my hair."

She made the request.

"Okay, comb my daughter's hair." Lin Heling said with a doting smile, pulling off the hair tie from his daughter's head and starting to comb her hair.

Lin Zhao's hair is thick, soft, and has a glossy sheen. It is very smooth when let down.

Lin Heling was skillful. When Lin Zhao was still a little girl, he combed her hair every day. While other girls used the same hairstyle throughout their adolescence, he would come up with a new style every few days. His daughter was the most beautiful girl in the school and the brigade.

"Your child is almost in high school and you still have your dad combing your hair, aren't you ashamed?" Song Xiwei teased her daughter.

"I don't mind, I don't mind." Lin Zhao rested her hands on her knees, sitting obediently without moving.

"Don't you mind if Dad keeps combing your hair until my hands shake, until my Zhaozhao turns into a little old lady?" Lin Heling's voice was clear and gentle, his dark eyes filled with laughter.

Lin Zhao laughed out loud, "Even if I become a little old lady, I'll still be a little old lady with thick hair. Just like my mother."

Song Xiwei touched her smooth hair and praised, "The shampoo you sent is great; my hair is much smoother now."

Chen Yu chimed in, "It really works. Zhao Zhao, look at my hair. It used to be yellow and dry, but now it's black and shiny, and it feels like silk."

She didn't say it, but her husband really liked it.

"It's made by my brother himself, of course it's good," Lin Zhao said proudly, as she was the one who gave her the recipe.

Its functions include smoothing, oil prevention, baldness prevention, and repair, and it can even turn gray hair black.

She tried it before sending it to her parents, brothers, and sisters-in-law.

"Not bad," Lin Heling praised.

He was a person who always paid attention to details. Even in his old age, he wanted to be the most fashionable and spirited old man. Everything Zhaozhao sent him suited his taste perfectly.

“If Dad likes me, he’ll send you more in the future,” Lin Zhao immediately replied.

"Don't forget to send me my copy," Song Xiwei reminded her.

"Definitely not."

Lin Shichang then said, "Zhaozhao, and mine too."

He didn't want to go out with his parents and have people think they were sisters; that would be so embarrassing.

“Both,” Lin Zhao said. “Anyway, it’s Xiao Ge who does it.”

Lin Shisheng dragged a stool over and sat down next to his sister, whispering, "I heard from Xiao Si that you gave her the prescription?"

"Hmm," Lin Zhao replied casually, "Why is Second Brother asking this?"

"The prescriptions are very valuable. Keep them safe and don't let outsiders know. I have a feeling they will be made public sooner or later, and those prescriptions will be very useful then." Lin Shisheng lowered his voice and earnestly instructed his sister.

Yoho!

There's never a shortage of smart people.

“I know.” Lin Zhao smiled, a sly glint in his eyes. “Second brother, do you have any ideas about starting a factory? If you do, I’ll give you the formula, and you can give me a share of the profits.”

"I'll handle everything, you just need to collect the money?" Lin Shisheng thought to himself that his sister was indeed quick-witted and lazy, preferring to use others rather than lift a finger herself.

“That’s right, technology is the core.” Lin Zhao proudly raised his chin. “Second brother, you should know how good my formulas are. Whoever expands production will make money. We might even be able to sell them overseas and earn foreign exchange. Are you sure you’re not tempted, second brother?”

"Moved, moved." Lin Shisheng wasn't stupid; he knew the value of Zhao Zhao's prescriptions.

“We’ll do as you say,” he said.

Lin Heling is wealthy, and his sons have no shortage of start-up capital for their businesses.

"I believe Second Brother will definitely make a lot of money. I'm entrusting my big villa and car to Second Brother." Lin Zhao clenched his right fist, giving Lin Shisheng a pep talk.

"If that day ever comes, I'll definitely be there," Lin Shisheng said confidently.

If the day ever comes when the market opens up, he wants to take his parents to live in a big city, and buy a courtyard house for each of his two daughters. Only when girls have their own houses can they feel at ease.

Not far away.

Uncle De is testing Lin Zhao's four sons.

Although Yu Bao and the others were far away in the army, Uncle De did not give up guiding them.

"Grandpa De, I've finished writing it. Please take a look." Yu Bao bent over the table and wrote a large character, then respectfully and politely invited Uncle De to come forward and take a look.

Uncle De stood up, glanced at the words on the table, and nodded in satisfaction.

"Not bad, I can tell you didn't slack off, it's very well written," he praised.

"It's time for Hengbao."

Hengbao stepped forward generously, spread out a new sheet of paper beside him, picked up a brush, and began to write in one go.

He wrote four characters.

May you live a long and healthy life.

"Grandpa De, I've finished writing."

Uncle De nodded. "Not bad, you've made great progress."

Then they tested the twins on musical instruments and antique appraisal before letting them go.

The Lin family's daughter is precious, and Uncle De is the gentlest towards Yao Bao. He speaks with a smile and never criticizes her even when she makes a mistake. He only explains things to her, but he doesn't know how to explain things directly. Instead, he tells stories that span ancient and modern times, showing his excellent knowledge.

The children all like him.

Da Dan and Er Dan benefited the most. There was no way around it; with the two of them around, even the parent-teacher conferences were led by Uncle De. They learned a lot about how to conduct themselves and other aspects of life. The two boys and their grandfather had a very similar temperament.

The shortcoming can be made up for once they leave this place and live in a big city for two years.

After staying at her parents' home for two days with the children, Lin Zhaocai returned to Fengshou Brigade with them.

The crowd was bustling with activity at that moment.

Sure enough, someone else is going back to the city.

The villagers ran to the entrance of the educated youth settlement to watch the excitement.

Only then did I learn that it was the Nan siblings who were returning to the city.

Nan Qiao and Nan Yi.

Over the years, Nan Yi is no longer the sickly person he was when he first arrived. Now he has grown taller, gained weight, and his skin is slightly dark with a healthy glow.

In the words of the villagers, our Fengshou Brigade is a great source of income.

Nan Yi carried a rattan suitcase and walked out of the room where she had lived for several years.

Before leaving, I looked back and said goodbye to these unforgettable years.

"Nan, you haven't finished packing your things?" the older brother at the educated youth settlement reminded him.

This person spent the longest time as an educated youth sent to the countryside. He has no connections at home, and he can only return to the city with policy support.

He wasn't in a hurry; he could live anywhere.

"I can't bring too much stuff, so... you can handle those," Nan Yi said.

"Really? Thanks."

Nan Yi smiled and said goodbye to the educated youth in the courtyard.

Song Qian and Wen Huaiyuan had returned to the city several years ago. There were some new faces at the educated youth settlement. None of them were troublesome, and they got along well with the Nan siblings.

Nan Qiao walked out of her room.

"Sis, are you all packed?!" Nan Yi stepped forward and took Nan Qiao's suitcase.

With the Nan family's predicament resolved, family members returned to their respective jobs, and the siblings, following their family's advice, returned home simply.

Therefore, each person had their own suitcase.

The items that were purchased were then given to the comrades at the educated youth settlement.

Nan Qiao nodded, "The important things are all inside!"

After saying goodbye to her comrades at the educated youth settlement, she and her younger brother walked out of the settlement.

"Sister Nan, are you going back to the city?" Upon hearing the news, Gu Lan rushed over, bringing her younger siblings with her. Nan, the educated youth, had taught them for several years and was their teacher. Since she was going back to the city, they should come to see her off.

Nan Qiao stepped forward, hugged Gu Lan, and smiled gently, "Why are you here? Oh, right, we're heading back to the city. Your third aunt hasn't come back yet?!"

"No." Gu Lan's eyes were a little moist.

She was happy for Sister Nan, but she was also a little reluctant to see them leave.

Nan Qiao sensed the girl's sadness and said softly, "Don't be sad. The separation isn't forever. Study hard, and we'll meet again."

"Really?" Gu Lan's eyes were filled with anticipation.

"Yes, I will." Nan Qiao smoothed her bangs. "I'll be waiting for you in the capital."

"The capital city... such a place... can we go there?" Gu Lan wasn't very confident and felt anxious and scared.

"Why not?" Nan Qiao's smile deepened. "The capital is no different from the provincial capitals you've been to. Come on, don't worry. I'm your teacher there, so don't be afraid."

She gently patted Gu Lan's back, "Young lady, you must be fearless and stand up straight. You are no worse than anyone else, be confident."

Gu Lan's face flushed red as she straightened up. "Sister Nan, I'll go sooner or later."

"That's right, I'll wait for you." Nan Qiao sensed something unusual; the policy seemed to be moving in a more relaxed direction.

good thing.

What Zhao Zhao said back then, asking me to take her to the Friendship Store, is almost coming true!

It's a pity that Zhao Zhao hasn't come back yet, and I can't say goodbye to my only good friend. It's such a shame.

"What's going on here?!" A cheerful voice rang out from behind the crowd.

The onlookers made way for a narrow path, just wide enough for one person to pass.

"Two former educated youths from the south are going back to the city!"

“Chenghuai’s family, you’ve brought the children back from your parents’ home.”

"More educated youth are returning to the city. Will it be long before all the educated youth leave?"

……

Nan Qiao walked quickly towards Lin Zhao, stopped in front of her, looked at her for several seconds, and then hugged her.

“Zhaozhao, it’s so good that you’re back.” She sighed. “I was just thinking how regrettable it would be if I couldn’t say goodbye to you in person, but I didn’t expect you to show up so soon. It’s so good.”

"Zhaozhao, when you go to the capital, don't forget to come find me. I'll take you to the Friendship Store to shop till you drop. I've left you my home address. If the address changes, I'll write to let you know."

"You absolutely must write back to me."

With the family situation improving and her younger brother recovering, the huge weight on Nan Qiao's shoulders was lifted, and she rarely showed her emotions, talking more than usual.

Lin Zhao raised her hand and gently patted Nan Qiao's shoulder. "Yes, I will definitely write back to you. I haven't been to the Friendship Store yet. Can you go and check it out for me and see what fun things there are? The capital is the most prosperous city, so I will definitely go. If I go, I will definitely look for you."

Nan Qiao's heart settled down.

I wanted to say something, but then I felt there were too many people around, so I swallowed the words that were on the tip of my tongue.

Lin Zhao sensed something and said, "I'll see you off."

She looked at Bangbang a few steps away and said, "Go and call your uncle. Ask him to drive my friend in his tractor. I'll pay for the gas."

The last sentence was specifically addressed to the villagers present, to show that they would not take advantage of public resources.

With a bang, it responded and ran away quickly.

Nan Qiao said apologetically, "Zhao Zhao, you've gone to so much trouble."

"What's there to mention? I'm a pretty rich girl." Lin Zhao said with a smile.

Nan Qiao couldn't help but chuckle. "Alright, little rich girl. I won't stand on ceremony with you anymore. I'll send you something when I get back to the capital."

"Send it to the army. I won't receive it if I send it to the village," Lin Zhao said frankly.

"I know~~"

"What were you about to say?" Lin Zhao asked, linking her arm with Nan Qiao's and leaning towards her.

Nan Qiao, reminded by a friend, remembered what she was going to say earlier.

"I want to tell you that you must keep studying. I always feel..."

She didn't want to say anything. She felt that the college entrance examination would be reinstated sooner or later, since she wasn't a leader and had no basis for her opinions.

“I always feel that the current way of selecting talent is very frivolous, relying on recommendations... What’s the difference between this and the outdated Nine-Rank System? If this continues, the country will go downhill.”

"Those with real talent will eventually rise to prominence. How do we select talent? The college entrance exam! Zhao Zhao, I think the college entrance exam will be reinstated sooner or later. If you trust me, start reading the books you need to..."

She spoke from the bottom of her heart; she had never even told her own younger brother this. The main reason was that there were many people and suspicious eyes at the educated youth settlement, and she was afraid something might happen.

"I believe you," Lin Zhao said firmly.

Children from families with a rich cultural heritage have a different perspective.

"If that day ever comes, don't forget to send me some study materials."

(End of this chapter)