Educated Youth in the Countryside: She is the Village's Embroidery Queen!-Chapter 429: Limited to Material Comparisons

Chapter 429: Chapter 429: Limited to Material Comparisons

"We’ll talk about it later."

It’s not a transaction if you rush into it, and he didn’t suggest meeting her, so under what pretext would she visit?

If someday the old gentleman wants to see her, she can pay a visit.

Otherwise, let’s forget it.

Ning Jiandong sensed the rejection in her words, but didn’t say much more, just casually asked, "When are you planning to go back this time?"

"End of the month."

This year the team leader uncle was anxious about why she hadn’t had a child yet and gave her four months of leave, hoping she’d return with a child.

Having a child is impossible, but she can use the leave until the last few days.

Ning Jiandong’s mouth twitched a bit, "Your brigade leader is quite considerate, giving you such a long leave."

Yi Chichi just laughed, "Yes, they’re all good people."

She’s grateful that the place she was sent to was Kao Shan Village; if it were another place, her days might not be as comfortable as now.

They chatted casually along the way until reaching the destination, and Yi Chichi got off the car with her package. Ning Jiandong stuck his head out of the car window, reminding her, "Remember to pick up Mr. Liu’s materials when you’re heading back."

"Definitely!"

Previously, she didn’t rush the payment because she wasn’t in a hurry to go back. She took the equipment she needed for embroidery and postponed picking up Liu Lan’s materials until she returned.

Even if Ning Jiandong hadn’t reminded her, she wouldn’t forget.

Liu Lan is still waiting to make money.

"Then I’m off. Stay safe on your way!"

"Alright, uncle, take care!"

Yi Chichi wasn’t in a hurry to leave, but waited until Ning Jiandong had left before catching the bus back to the island.

At around nine in the evening, the ferry arrived at the port, and she disembarked with the crowd. A familiar figure appeared before her.

"Darling, I’m here!"

Yi Chichi, "... You waited until now?"

As they spoke, she handed over the package.

Wen Shi reached out to take it, "I estimated the time and figured you’d catch the latest ferry back."

In other words: he arrived precisely knowing he wouldn’t have to wait long.

Yi Chichi gave a small ’oh’ and walked alongside him toward their station.

On the way, they encountered a patrol team and exchanged greetings before continuing on their way.

Yi Chichi turned to look, holding back her curiosity, "How’s Xiao Kang and the others?"

She hadn’t yet seen the soldiers she’d given psychological treatment to this time.

"Very well."

Wen Shi praised, "Since their issues have been resolved, their overall quality has greatly improved. Now they’re key military figures in various units, developing very well."

"That’s good."

Upon hearing this good news, Yi Chichi’s mood lifted significantly.

Sensing the change in her energy, laughter filled Wen Shi’s eyes.

He then began to wonder what she had brought back.

"We’ll look at it when we get home."

There’s quite a lot of stuff, including food, clothing, and necessities.

"I bought shoes for you."

"What kind of shoes?"

"Leather shoes!"

Wen Shi was a bit embarrassed, "I can’t wear these."

"Besides, we do get issued leather shoes."

They were three-eyelet leather shoes, quite stylish.

"You don’t have to wear them, but you can’t be without them."

Yi Chichi soothed him, "Weren’t you envious when Madam Ji bought Old Li leather shoes? Now, there’s no need to be envious."

Wen Shi, "..."

It turned out to be his own issue.

He’s realized that a wealthy woman’s way of solving problems is simple and direct.

"Darling, do you think I’m prone to comparison?"

"Not at all. Having a spirit of comparison isn’t a bad thing, especially regarding material things. You don’t have to envy anyone; I have the ability to let you compare."

She added, "Limited to material comparisons though, don’t involve me in anything else."

"Understood!"

Wen Shi clearly responded, "Any issue with money in your world isn’t really an issue."

"Absolutely."

Money can move mountains, especially in dealing with people.

Just consider one of her classmates from her original world, who had a difficult time due to family circumstances, always worried about starving if they didn’t make ends meet.

Day in and day out, thinking about making money.

Even as her savings increased daily, her anxiety didn’t lessen but grew even more severe.

Until her family’s house was demolished.

Because of the large land and many planted seedlings, and being one of the earliest to be demolished, they not only received houses but also money.

Her classmate’s father was strategic, asked for three houses and converted the rest into cash.

With the money arriving before the houses, seeing the increased balance in her account resolved her anxiety, turning her into a bright and cheerful young lady.

Her parents’ tempers also improved, no longer arguing constantly but entering a belated honeymoon phase.

Their lovey-dovey sweet demeanor made onlookers feel uneasy.

Then, as if they’d stepped into another life altogether, they all started enjoying a blissful existence.

The importance of money is evident from this.

The two continued chatting as they walked and soon reached home.

With the light on and the door closed, Wen Shi began unpacking the goods.

Seeing the fabric, he wondered, "Why did you buy fabric again?"

"To make clothes."

Yi Chichi sat on a chair drinking water, pointing at the shoes, "Try them on to see if they fit, they’re all defect items."

With those words, Wen Shi knew what was going on.

He quickly took off his shoes to try them on, not only walked a few steps but also ran a small circle in the room, and then cheerfully said, "They’re comfortable, my darling really knows how to shop."

Yi Chichi enjoyed his praise, slightly raising her chin to signal him to continue.

Wen Shi nodded, squatted down, and continued organizing the remaining items.

There was nothing notable until he saw the watch and asked, "Why buy a watch again?"

"It’s for Liu Lan."

No wonder.

He carefully put away someone else’s item.

He picked up the watch and placed it aside, "Is the lipstick yours?"

"Madam Ji asked me to bring it, share two bottles of cola with Madam Zhang, and you can drink the rest."

Wen Shi, "..."

No wonder the package was so heavy; turned out his wife carried so much cola back.

"What about the chocolates?"

"Keep two boxes, and the rest along with mom’s shoes, send it back tomorrow."

That’s acceptable.

"Let’s also send some seafood back."

"Alright, tomorrow I’ll buy some at the village with Madam Ji."

There wasn’t time for fishing, and the quality wasn’t assured nor the quantity confirmed.

The store had limits, even without limits, it wasn’t fitting to buy too much.

Too many people and prying eyes could lead to trouble. 𝘧𝑟𝑒𝑒𝘸𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝘷𝑒𝓁.𝘤𝘰𝓂

Finding land folks is different, it’s considered support and is legally allowed for trade on the island.

No one would recklessly report it.

Wives in the family area needing a lot of seafood often trade with land folks.

After half an hour, Wen Shi organized everything and then busily helped Yi Chichi with her bath.

Then, after a hearty meal, they fell into a deep sleep.

Yi Chichi truly slept soundly, waking up to realize it was already midday, with the sun hanging high in the sky.

She heard voices outside the door.

"Didn’t you say Xiao Yi is back?"

It was Madam Lin from across the door; after Old Qi’s departure, a new family moved in next door.

The male owner, surnamed Wei, took over Old Qi’s position and joined Old Li and Wen Shi as partners.

His wife, named Lin Qing, is a straightforward, outspoken woman with a loud voice, whom Yi Chichi quite likes.

She opened the window, poking her head out, "I’m back!"

"Come on out and chat."

They weren’t in her yard but were in Ji Jian’s next door, yet it didn’t hinder their warm invitation.