Although Lin Wan felt a bit stifled, she didn’t say anything. They’ll have to keep interacting in the future, and since they live so close to each other, it’s impossible to avoid meeting daily. Thus, it’s better to maintain surface cordiality.
"I didn’t want to come to this lousy place. Our Yang Wei is on duty during the New Year, insisting that I accompany him for a few days. I still have to go to the Capital City, returning after the sixteenth," Sun Yu said, her expression showing disdain, yet her words subtly boasting about being a college student.
Wang Guihua, who was beside them, admired, "Nowadays, college graduates are really popular. After graduation, not only can you work and earn money, but you also wear nice clothes. With both husband and wife earning, the men at home are willing to let you buy things. Unlike my family, where every penny needs to be split in half before spending."
"It’s not as good as Saozi makes it sound. Working is also tiring, and the competition is fierce. Those with education often take jobs from those without. Saozi doesn’t know many things," Sun Yu laughed.
After speaking, Sun Yu turned to Lin Wan and asked, "Are you also from the city, Saozi? The house decoration looks quite fancy?"
"No, my family is from the countryside," Lin Wan replied with a smile, keeping it concise without further explanation.
"Really? I couldn’t tell. I thought you were from the city. You’re good-looking, and as soon as we came in, there were snacks and candies welcoming us. Even though it’s the New Year, I wouldn’t be willing to buy such things for Miao Miao. You’re very generous."
"These were all prepared by the family. Since it’s the New Year, as neighbors, we ought to visit each other and offer some hospitality," Lin Wan smiled.
"Yes, during the New Year, there aren’t many entertainment options here. It’s just us neighbors. When I came, my mom prepared quite a lot of snacks and fruit for me. I’m tired of eating them now. If Miao Miao likes them, I’ll bring some over for her later," Lin Wan had just finished speaking when Sun Yu interjected.
"That sounds great. I still have some potatoes at home. Since you’re new here, you probably don’t have much food yet. I’ll bring some over for you later."
Sun Yu was displeased with Wang Guihua’s words. Hmph, she’s been here for days and hasn’t seen her offer them anything. Now, a plate of candies is enough to blind her.
Truly someone who acts solely for profit. Naturally born a rural person.
Lin Wan maintained her usual smile, staying silent on the side, just watching the two chat, mostly Wang Guihua envying Sun Yu for this and that. Lin Wan had figured out that this Sun Yu looked down on people from the countryside and had a sense of superiority about being from the city. Her behavior reflected her standout personality.
People like her weren’t uncommon, and Lin Wan was used to it.
After chatting for a while, the two finished the sunflower seeds and candies and stood up to leave.
At the moment the courtyard gate closed, Lin Wan finally breathed a sigh of relief.
Once the two were out of the house, they couldn’t help but whisper to each other, yet they didn’t lower their voices, and Lin Wan could hear them while tidying up inside.
"Did you see that? There’s really nothing there."
"What were you hoping to see?" Sun Yu chuckled, "Every household’s conditions are now. It’s just that our family is slightly better off, being from the city and all. Compared to you, our conditions are somewhat better."
"Didn’t they say Captain Han is also from the city? Why are their conditions ?" Wang Guihua muttered softly.
Sun Yu laughed disdainfully, "City people have different levels too. Captain Han may be from the city, but he’s probably from an ordinary family without any connections. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have married a rural wife. And she’s a Southern Barbarian."
"You’re right. When I first heard about it, I was envious, but now it seems there’s nothing to envy. Apart from their house looking nicer than mine, they’re actually just like us, essentially from the countryside."