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

Chapter 66 "Hero"

"Study hard. As long as you can continue your studies, your family will support you." Mother Gu saw the infinite possibilities of high school students from her third daughter-in-law and strongly supported her grandchildren's studies.

At worst, I can just tighten my belt.

We can’t let them suffer the same loss as the older generation due to lack of education.

Just then, the eldest and second cubs came out with the breakfast left by their mother.

Five small steamed buns, a can of braised pork belly, and three boxes of milk.

Originally, Tiedan and his friends thought that their lives had reached a new peak, but when they saw what the twins were holding, they instantly felt the disparity in the world.

At that moment, his eyes were distracted.

Ugh.

Lai Mei looked at the twins with resentment, "Big Cub and Little Cub, can't you two let our happiness last a little longer?"

People are more infuriating than people.

Tiedan walked over with the bowl and looked at the iron box in Erzai's hand. "Erzai, what are you holding? It looks a bit like a can."

"Canned meat, my mother said it's called..." Erzai suddenly couldn't remember the name and looked at his brother for help.

The eldest child added as usual: "Canned braised pork belly."

"Wow!" Tiechui opened his mouth slightly, holding his face in his hands, and exclaimed, "It's meat."

"Meat can be canned. It's amazing." He said repeatedly in a light tone.

"Hmm," Erzai responded, reaching out to touch his good brother's belly. Not feeling bloated, he said, "If you're not bloated, then eat some more."

He gave Tiechui a small steamed bun and pushed a box of milk over to him.

"I'm giving you this milk too. It's a reward from mother to me and my brother." Erzai was too generous to his good brother.

Children don't know how to be polite. When the eldest and second sons shared their goodies, Tiechui didn't refuse. He accepted them directly and thanked them politely, "Thank you, I'll keep it. We'll drink together this afternoon."

"Okay." The eldest boy slapped the lid of the can and twisted it with his hands, but it didn't open.

I can only ask for help from Gu's father.

"Master, please help me open it."

Father Gu took the can with his rough hands.

He had never even seen this thing before, and didn't want to show weakness in front of his grandson, so after studying it quietly for a while, he found a way, put his index finger into the ring, and with a little force, opened the lid.

suddenly.

A rich meaty aroma wafted out.

Even adults can’t resist the temptation, let alone children.

Bangbang and others suddenly felt that all the benefits were gone after the third wife moved back. If the eldest and second sons had to eat so well every day, how would they live?

"Big cub and little cub, you two don't eat meat every day, do you?" Lai Mei drank the last mouthful of clear soup without looking at the canned meat, for fear that she would be greedy. That was for the two cubs.

"Not every day, I'll eat it every two days." Erzai said loudly, holding the can of meat in both hands.

The eldest asked his younger brother to steady his hands and used chopsticks to pick up the meat in an unskillful manner.

His hands were short and small, and he couldn't hold the food steady. His fingers were trembling, and he carefully used his other hand to pick up the piece of meat and put it on the coarse grain nest in Gu's father's hand.

in a blink.

Two slices of meat were placed on top of the half-eaten steamed bun that Gu's father had eaten. The oil seeped into the bun, making the whole grain bun look even more delicious.

"Grandpa eats meat." The eldest boy said seriously.

After giving it to grandpa, it was given to grandma.

Mother Gu wanted to refuse, but was met with two identical little faces that showed disapproval, and the two little brothers looked at her accusingly.

"My mother said that when the younger generation takes the initiative to be filial, the elders should be happy to accept it. Happy means happy. Adults should not spoil the fun, otherwise the children will be unhappy.

If a child is unhappy, they'll secretly remember it for the rest of their lives, and once they've remembered it, they'll never share it again. "Grandma, are you sure you don't want my filial piety?" "The eldest child spoke clearly, each word articulated."

These words were indeed said by Lin Zhao.

The cause of the incident was that Erzai took the initiative to share the candy he had saved with his mother, and Lin Zhao ate it in one bite. The child was stunned by her straightforwardness.

"Mom, why don't you tell me you don't like candy and save it for me? My eldest aunt and my second aunt would do the same."

Lin Zhao chewed the candy, the rich milky aroma spreading in her mouth. Her voice was gentle and soft, "Do you think the candy tastes good?"

"It's delicious." Erzai nodded repeatedly.

Lin Zhao asked in return, "Why wouldn't I like to eat something delicious? Am I stupid?"

"Mom isn't stupid, she's the smartest mom." Erzai first praised his mom, not wanting her words to go unheard, and then said, "Grandma, my eldest aunt, and my second aunt all said they don't like candy."

"Sugar is a good thing. It makes people feel sweet. Who wouldn't like it?" Lin Zhao hugged Erzai and gently pinched his nose. "The adults said they didn't like it because they couldn't bear to give it away. They wanted to save the good stuff for the children."

"Then why is mother..." Erzai imitated Lin Zhao, pinching air with his little hands and throwing it into his mouth, like throwing a piece of candy, and asked seriously: "Why is mother eating my mother?"

"Why? Why?" Lin Zhao tickled the soft flesh of her son's belly.

A series of crisp laughs escaped from the child's mouth.

"Because this is Erzai's way of showing filial piety to his mother, of course I will accept it. Adults can't always spoil the fun, it will make children less willing to share. I like you to share with me, no matter what."

Mother likes them to share with him.

The eldest and second cubs kept it firmly in mind.

That's why they said to Gu's mother at this moment.

Mother Gu was stunned when she heard this.

She quickly came to her senses and said with a smile, "Yes, yes, yes, grandma. Why wouldn't I want the filial piety of my own grandson? I'm so blessed to have a grandson."

As he spoke, he handed the steamed bun over.

The eldest boy narrowed his eyes, picked up the meat and put it on top, just like his grandfather, two pieces.

He gave Tiechui another piece, and the two little brothers ate the rest themselves.

There was oil at the bottom of the can. When we cooked it at noon, the cabbage stalks tasted like meat, and everyone in the Gu family liked it.

county.

At half past eleven, a handsome young man came into the supply and marketing cooperative.

His eyes quickly darted around the counters. When he saw Lin Zhao, he carefully guarded the lunch box in his hand and trotted over.

"Sister." Song Yunjin's eyes had the clarity that only young people have, and her tone was cheerful. She looked at Lin Zhao happily, smiling with her eight teeth showing.

Lin Zhao was slightly startled, then took the lunch box and asked in surprise, "Why are you the one delivering it?"

I haven't seen my little cousin for a few years. He has grown a lot taller. He is probably about 1.78 meters tall now.

Maybe because people don’t have enough food to eat, people these days are generally not tall. People who are 1.75 meters tall are considered tall, 1.78 meters tall is uncommon, and people who are over 1.8 meters tall are considered to stand out among chickens.

"My brother has something to do at the factory." Song Yunjin looked around. It was obviously not his first time to come to the supply and marketing cooperative. After having family members working here, he suddenly felt a sense of home when he came in.

What he didn't say was that his father was supposed to deliver the meal today, but he had snatched the job. He jumped on his bike and pedaled quickly, leaving his father behind. Old Song's angry roar could be heard from a long distance away.

He will probably not escape a beating if he goes back.

It doesn't matter.

"It's only Monday and we're already busy. It's so tiring," Lin Zhao lamented sincerely. "I really can't do this kind of factory work."

The three-shift work is suffocating just thinking about it.

Song Yunjin understood his sister and instantly realized what she was thinking. However, because there were people around, he didn't dare to respond, for fear of accidentally saying something inappropriate and making people think that his sister couldn't endure hardship and putting a label on her.

"Learning a skill is definitely busy, but at least you don't have to go to the countryside. Several people in our housing complex who were unemployed were asked by the neighborhood committee to go to the countryside. They were left crying at home. It was so miserable."

Lin Zhao was eating when she glanced at her cousin and asked, "What are your plans? Continue studying in high school or find a job?"

"Let me tell you, farm work is not something your weak arms and legs can do. If you go to the countryside, you'll be crying within half a month. You have to plan and arrange in advance." She lowered her voice slightly when she said this.

"Go to high school, and then go to work after that." Song Yunjin was very happy that his sister cared about him, and his smile became even wider. "My dad wanted me to go to college, saying that I have the potential, but now..."

Just this year, the university suddenly stopped recruiting students, and I couldn’t go in even if I wanted to.

"You can go to work, but don't give up studying. You will always have the chance to go to college in the future." Lin Zhao thought that her cousin was young and would only be in his twenties in ten years. It was not impossible for him to take the college entrance examination again, provided that he did not give up studying.

Song Yunjin smiled, a warm mist spreading across her puppy-dog eyes. "Sister, you and my dad are indeed uncle and nephew. You say exactly the same thing."

Lin Zhao glanced at him proudly, "I was also raised by my uncle, so it's not surprising that I look like him."

Besides, nephews look like their uncles, and nieces also look like their uncles.

After dinner, Lin Zhao gave the lunch box to Song Yunjin.

"Yunjin, do me a favor." She suddenly remembered something and called her little cousin.

Song Yunjin stopped, turned around, took three or two steps forward, and leaned his waist against the counter. "What's going on?"

"Please help me get the photos from the photo studio, and then send a few rolls of film over so they can develop them." Lin Zhao took out the receipt, film, and money from her bag, which was actually a storage ring.

Song Yunjin's eyes suddenly lit up with joy, and she was filled with excitement. "Sister, you... you bought a camera?!!"

It was rare for him to show such intense curiosity about anything.

"Yes, if you want to learn, I will go to your house on the weekend and teach you." Lin Zhao said with a smile.

Song Yunjin's face was filled with intense joy.

"it is good!"

The words fell.

The boy took the things Lin Zhao gave him and left the supply and marketing cooperative with light steps.

As soon as he left, Li Fen came over.

"Or your cousin?"

Her expression showed admiration, "He looks quite energetic."

Lin Zhao knew that Li Fen wanted to find a partner for her sister, and she looked at every young man as if he were her brother-in-law. She smiled and said, "He's still in school, so he's not suitable."

"Go away." Li Fen bumped her arm, spat at her, and her eyes were full of smiles.

"How can I not see that? That student is different from a young man who has just started working. His eyes are clear and his face is fresh. You can tell at a glance that he is a student. Even if I were not picky, I would not choose a student."

Her sister is in her early twenties, and the boy is probably not even eighteen yet, so it's not appropriate.

Lin Zhao complained, "Don't blame me. It's your fault, Sister Fen, that you were so anxious that the whole supply and marketing cooperative knew about it."

She was already good-looking, and standing in front of the counter she looked as fresh as a blooming peony. She looked pretty even without a smile on her face. But when she acted like a weirdo, she looked bright and lively, which made Li Fen feel complicated.

If his sister looked like this, she would have found a good partner long ago!
Nowadays, young people in the city all look at faces. Being diligent and capable is not enough, they also have to be good-looking. Not to say they have to be as beautiful as fairies, but at least they have to be pretty and charming.

Her sister is neither fairy-like nor pretty, and she is tall and strong. Even if she is capable, it is not easy to get her married.

Of course, more importantly, her sister doesn't have a formal job.

"We have to be anxious." Li Fen sighed.

Lin Zhao raised his eyes, puzzled. "What's going on? Are there any performance requirements? Can't you wait even half a year or a year?"

Li Fen was amused by her words, and the thick fog in her heart dissipated a little.

She explained, "I have a younger brother who was in the army and just came back two years ago. He was injured in the battlefield. His leg is injured and he can't walk properly. He's 28 years old this year and still unmarried. I found someone to introduce him to, and he met several girls, but when they heard that he had an unmarried sister, they immediately backed off."

"This...?" Lin Zhao's face was complicated and she didn't quite understand.

I just have a younger sister with healthy arms and legs. She will get married sooner or later. What's the problem?

"Maybe it's not our destiny yet." She advised dryly.

When people get upset, they will find something to do. Li Fen wiped the counter with a rag, from one end to the other, and then turned back to continue wiping.

Passing by Lin Zhao, he continued, "I haven't told you the reason yet."

"My brother said he wanted to give my sister a grand wedding and prepare a watch as a dowry."

At this point, she paused before continuing, "He also said he would prepare a bicycle for me. He said he wasn't there when I got married and didn't give me anything, so he wanted to make up for it."

Li Fen knew that her brother wanted to support her.

Ever since her younger brother said he would give her a bicycle as a dowry, her parents-in-law have been more polite to her and call her Fenfen whenever they get something good.

Lin Zhao was spoiled by her parents and brother in her natal family. After she got married, no one dared to bully her. As someone who had received all the benefits, she did not think there was anything wrong with this.

"That's your brother, your sister's brother. He's capable and willing to supplement your dowry. No problem."

She knew that Li's parents passed away early, and her younger brothers and sisters were raised by Li Fen.

The three of them depend on each other for survival.

Then it’s okay for her brother to be nice to his sister.

Li Fen's expression was complicated. "I wish you were the only one who thought that way. When those girls heard that my brother was going to give bicycles and watches to my sister and me, they immediately asked for three renminbi and one gong as a betrothal gift, otherwise they wouldn't marry."

Does she think she is some kind of golden egg? It can turn three times and make a sound. Even the factory director’s own daughter dare not say such a thing.

"It's not that easy to get the money for three turns and one ring. It adds up to nearly 1,800 yuan, and I have to find ways to get the tickets. My brother refused on the spot. The girl said that my family is not sincere and that my brother is... a sister-supporting demon and a girl-pulling demon."

Even though half a year has passed, Li Fen still trembles with anger when she talks about this.

Lin Zhao patted Li Fen's hand, silently comforting her.

It's quite speechless.

"Don't be angry. That girl with such a picky temper is not worthy of entering your home, nor is she worthy of being a hero's wife. Take your time and look for a good partner. I believe your brother will be able to find a good partner." Lin Zhao's voice was soft and her expression was serious.

He is an unknown hero who shed blood for his country and suffered injuries. He deserves to be happy and live a life without pain or worries!
Li Fen didn't tell these words to anyone else for fear of being laughed at. She knew that Lin Zhao was not a talkative person. Besides... thinking of the two kilograms of coarse grains that she had stuffed into her early in the morning, she felt a little closer to this girl.

A girl who knows how to repay kindness has good character and is trustworthy.

"Zhao Zhao." She called out, her crisp voice rarely softening.

(End of this chapter)