Even though she didn’t return to the city with her mother-in-law this time?
But her father-in-law still probably wants his wife to go back, doesn’t he?
After all, the wife has to take the college entrance exam next year.
When the time comes, will she take the exam in the city, or somewhere else?
Zhao Tianlei didn’t ask about that.
However, Zhao Tianlei had already made up his mind; wherever his wife got into college, he would accompany her there, and if she didn’t get in, he could still take her to live in the county town.
Now that they could do business, she could stay at home to take care of Da Bao and Xiao Bao, while he made money outside to support the family.
Another advantage of Zhao Tianlei’s return was that someone was there to help cook, and even wash some of the thick clothes.
He also had Da Bao and Xiao Bao help with a big cleanup.
As for the money they earned, it was also divided up.
Cao Dali and Zhao Tianhe still left their money with Zhao Tianlei, taking only 100 yuan back with them.
The money was still important to their own families.
Gradually, the New Year approached closer and closer.
Before they knew it, it was New Year’s Eve.
It was the first time celebrating the New Year together after the family split.
"Sister-in-law, Laosan made quite a lot of money this time, didn’t he?"
Yun Xiaoxiao was approached by Da Shu’s mother, hadn’t they previously had a conflict?
Hadn’t they even fought before?
It was as if none of those things had ever happened.
"Yes, he made quite a bit of money, does Second Sister-in-law want to know anything else?"
Mrs. Zhao, seeing Da Shu’s mother milling about, said, "Shouldn’t you be helping Laosan by bringing your man to make money and coming to help with the cooking rather than asking all these questions?"
When the mother-in-law spoke, the daughters-in-law instantly behaved themselves.
In fact, Sister-in-law Zhao too wanted to ask.
"Big brother, are you able to walk now?"
Zhao Tianxiang immediately said, "Yes, I can walk now, I won’t delay the spring planting once it starts."
He went into the mountains to hunt but ended up breaking his leg.
Lacking that ability, he would not join in that commotion anymore.
Today is New Year’s Eve.
Da Bao and Xiao Bao’s pockets were stuffed with many snacks.
They had fruit leather, sunflower seeds, and candy.
Da Bao still shared some with his cousins.
Indeed, Da Shu and Xiao Shu each got a White Rabbit milk candy.
The two brothers immediately stopped picking on Da Bao and Xiao Bao.
Now the whole brigade knew that Da Bao and Xiao Bao had lots of snacks.
As for Sanya and Xiao Mao, Da Bao gave them even more treats.
Anyway, the kids were still playing together, making a lively scene.
"Laosan, you must have earned quite a bit of money on this trip."
Zhao Tianlei nodded, "Yes, I made some money, enough for my wife to have meat every month next year."
This time he took a big risk, plus he had previously made nearly 2000 yuan. Afterward, selling meat and ginseng brought in another 2000, which meant a big profit for him this time. However, it was only after going out and seeing the world that he realized, while the money he held seemed substantial, it wasn’t enough for a house—perhaps not even a down payment for a larger one.
Enough meat for the whole next year?
How much money was that really?
And you, Laosan, I think you’re doing it on purpose.
The midday meal was particularly sumptuous.
There was meat, chicken, radish balls, fried twisted dough sticks, and many other dishes.
In any case, the Zhao family’s children were very satisfied.
On this day, every village was permeated with a delicious aroma.
Yun Xiaoxiao still ate with such elegance during meals, and having followed her example for so long, Da Bao and Xiao Bao had changed a bit too, no longer eating as quickly as before.
Da Shu’s mother took a glance at the way her sisters-in-law were eating: Do they still think they are city girls?
Not being more proactive in eating?
Is there something wrong with their minds?