Watching the group leave, Sister-in-law Zhou spat and said in a rough voice, "Stinking lackeys."
"Sister, thank you so much for today," Cheng Su said gratefully.
Sister-in-law Zhou smiled and said, "It’s nothing, don’t be scared. Remember, you have a husband to support you."
Cheng Su smiled, thinking that if Qi Taiguo knew, she wondered if he would scold her for causing trouble!
"But don’t be careless, avoid conflicts if you can. These people have all been in jail before, they’re not kind-hearted. It’s not worth risking yourself over a few bucks," said Sister-in-law Zhou.
Cheng Su nodded and said, "That’s why I didn’t take their money, but these people are never satisfied." She pursed her lips and continued, "Are there really so many involved in the underworld now? Comrade Xiao Ping has only led us in the reform and opening-up for a few years!"
"The better the times, the more types of people there are. Years ago, you didn’t see this, but in recent years, there have been more and more of these villains, even those who commit murder and arson," lamented Sister-in-law Zhou. "You’re new here and don’t know. Back in April, there was a murder over a robbery!"
Cheng Su remained silent. She knew what she said was the truth, and she also knew that in the 1990s, the economy would improve, but there would also be more people involved in the underworld, and things would be more chaotic.
How detestable.
"Still, it’s a society governed by law. If you can avoid conflicts, then just let it be. These criminals are bullies and cowards. They surely wouldn’t dare confront soldiers. Just stand your ground and know your limits," said Sister-in-law Zhou, patting her shoulder as she noticed Cheng Su’s troubled expression.
Cheng Su nodded and said, "Anyway, thank you so much for today." She then invited her to sit down and asked Qiulan to whip up a bowl of shaved ice for her.
"Wow, this is so refreshing, especially in the heat," Sister-in-law Zhou exclaimed with delight, eating it up. "Ever since you helped Qiulan’s sister with cooking yesterday, I knew you were skilled, but I didn’t expect you to be this good."
Cheng Su modestly smiled.
Sister-in-law Zhou had just stopped by to see how things were. After finishing her bowl of shaved ice, she left.
Cheng Su and Qiulan hurried to clear up. Seeing the young girl still looking a little pale, Cheng Su asked, "Are you scared?"
Qiulan blinked, bit her lip, and nodded.
Cheng Su then said, "Society is like this, full of all kinds of people. Life isn’t easy either, but every experience will become filler for your life, bringing you unexpected experience. Think of it as a kind of tempering!"
Qiulan nodded, "If Sister Su is not afraid, then I’m not afraid!"
Cheng Su laughed, and not feeling like doing anything else, she closed up the restaurant early and decided to head into the city since it was still early.
What’s the best solution when a woman is feeling down? Naturally, shopping and eating.
Cheng Su went to the largest Come Again Department Store, straight to the women’s clothing section, and picked out several outfits for herself, including a floral dress and a beige long skirt.
After leaving the women’s clothing section, she went to buy shoes and bought a pair of very stylish high-heeled sandals and a pair of chic leather flats. After some thought, she also picked out a pair for Qi Taiguo.
After choosing the shoes, she also went to the men’s section and bought him a casual shirt and slacks outfit. After a round of shopping, she had spent several Great Unity RMB bills, but the gloominess in Cheng Su’s heart had dissipated quite a bit.
During the shopping process, she had made up her mind not to give up over the slightest setback. If she did so, how could she ever expect to achieve greatness in the future?
Just as she had said to Qiulan, this was all experience she could learn from. She considered it a form of training.