Only this green, not disappointing the spring

It’s not that Zhou Xiaoxi looks down on her cheap father. From an observer’s perspective, her father’s shortcomings far outweigh his strengths.

A man may not be capable, but he must have a clear understanding of himself.

Having high aspirations but lacking the ability and not working hard is actually no different from a waste.

On the contrary, Zhou Jun now looks more pleasing to the eye after suffering the whip of life.

As for Aunt Qian, she was a person who didn't appreciate her blessings. As long as my uncle wasn't confused, maybe their marriage would soon come to an end.

Of course, Zhou Xiaoxi would not tell her grandmother what was in her heart.

These words don't sound like something a little girl would say, and they are too heartbreaking.

She could only rack her brains to comfort Zhao.

"Grandma, this is not your fault. Both my father and my aunt made their own choices. Especially my mother, I heard that she is determined to live with my father. You can't stop this kind of thing even if you want to."

"What can't be stopped?"

Li came in from outside with a smile on her face. Their little girl Xiaoxi was like a little adult, always speaking in an old-fashioned way.

Zhou Jun also slowly moved into the main room from outside with a cane.

Zhou Xiaoxi quickly changed the subject:

"Dad, you've made rapid progress recently. Yesterday I saw you struggling to step over the threshold, but today you feel much more relaxed!"

As soon as her man was mentioned, Li's thoughts were immediately diverted.

She knew best how hard Zhou Jun worked every day. Several times when she was washing clothes, she saw bloodstains on his sleeves.

She didn't know how sad she felt, but she could only lock herself in the room and cry secretly.

My man has no way out. Only when he gets better as soon as possible will there be real hope for this family.

I felt even happier when I thought that little Nan from the city would be back soon.

Li was in high spirits discussing with her family what to prepare so that she could replenish her body after her child came back.

……

Zhou Xiaonan, who stayed in Huichuntang all day, had an extremely fulfilling life these days.

She was like a dry sponge thrown into a pond, greedily absorbing knowledge she had never known before.

Now, she not only has to study pharmacology with Dr. Zhang, but also has to take time out every afternoon to learn to read and practice calligraphy.

Yes, she could actually read! This was a privilege only rich people could enjoy!

Zhou Xiaonan felt like she might be dreaming. The dream was so beautiful that she was afraid she would be brought back to reality if she wasn’t careful.

Doctor Zhang, who was sorting medicinal herbs nearby, couldn't help laughing and raised his hand to give the little girl a slap.

"What are you thinking about? Why are you smiling so happily?"

Zhou Xiaonan immediately came back to his senses and explained anxiously:

"Doctor Zhang, I'm not lazy. I just... can't believe that I can read."

This child is good in every way except that he acts like a frightened bird all day long.

Alas, it’s so heartbreaking to be so sensible.

"What's so surprising about being able to read? If we doctors can't read, how can we prescribe medicine for people? This is a basic skill to be a doctor. In the future, you still have a lot to learn."

"Hurry up and finish practicing this big character, your sister Jiaojiao is waiting for you at home!"

Jiaojiao is Dr. Zhang’s granddaughter. At the beginning, she was told that she had to live with a country girl, which made her feel very wronged.

But after spending more time with her, she liked Xiaonan more and more. She was well-behaved and capable, and was much more talented in studying medicine than she was.

It turns out that girls who grew up in the countryside can be so smart!

It was just as they finished talking when Zhang Jiaojiao's crisp voice rang out from outside the clinic.

"Where's Xiaonan? Xiaonannan, sister is here to see you!"

Zhang Jiaojiao is not at all squeamish.

She is the youngest in the family with three older brothers. She is pretty and sweet-spoken, and is particularly liked by the elders. Growing up with her three brothers, she is a tomboy.

Doctor Zhang couldn't help but glare at his granddaughter.

"Which little girl is like you, with such a loud voice? Have you returned the etiquette rules you learned recently to your mother?"

Zhang Jiaojiao is not afraid at all. Her grandfather looks intimidating on the outside, but he is a kind-hearted old man on the inside!

"Grandfather, your precious granddaughter is here to see you, you must be so happy. Be brave and show it. I won't laugh at you. Hehehe..."

Everyone in the store, from the patients to the children getting medicine, couldn't help laughing at the young lady's witty remarks.

The patients who came to the clinic were originally very anxious, but after being interrupted by the little girl, they felt a little better.

"Sister Jiaojiao, you came to the store to see me, is there something wrong?"

Zhou Xiaonan's eyes were full of anticipation. She liked this sister very much and she always bought her a lot of delicious food.

Zhang Jiaojiao reached out and pinched the little girl's chubby face. Well, it was finally not as rough as when she came.

It seems that the ointment I made is quite effective. I'll buy a few bottles some other day.

Zhang Jiaojiao, who has always been the youngest in the family, has been very proud recently because she has become a big sister!

"Xiao Nannan, finish your homework quickly. I'll take you out for a walk later. You have to go home tomorrow, so you can't go home empty-handed. Let's buy something for your family."

Zhou Xiaonan was very excited, but then became very depressed.

"Sister Jiaojiao, I haven't made any money yet, so I can't buy things carelessly. Otherwise, my parents and sister will be unhappy."

In fact, before leaving, Li gave Zhou Xiaonan one or two taels of silver.

The original plan was to let her buy some gifts for Dr. Zhang's family, but not only did the Zhang family not let her spend a penny, they also bought her a lot of daily necessities.

Even brand new clothes, shoes and socks were prepared, and every detail was thoughtful.

Although the gift was not delivered, Zhou Xiaonan knew that the money was for emergencies and she could not spend it indiscriminately.

Zhang Jiaojiao didn't care whether she was willing or not.

"Oh, I didn't intend to let you spend money. Since you call me sister, I must buy some gifts for you to take home. Don't worry, they are just small items and don't cost much."

After saying this, he winked at his grandfather.

"Grandfather, does what I said make sense?"

Doctor Zhang couldn't help laughing. His little granddaughter looked carefree, but she was actually very thoughtful!

"Of course, this is what we should do. You don't have to buy anything expensive, just pick out some small items that you can use every day."

So under Zhang Jiaojiao's strong "persuasion", Zhou Xiaonan agreed in a daze.

This is the first time Zhou Xiaonan has gone shopping in the city since he was a child.

The feeling of novelty and excitement is simply indescribable!

Although it was still daylight at this time, many shops had already hung up various lanterns.

The street vendors were all busy hawking their wares, and hot steam was constantly rising from the food shops.

Zhou Xiaonan held a string of candied haws in her hand with a satisfied smile on her face, and let Zhang Jiaojiao pull her into a store.

When she entered, she found that it was a ready-made clothing store. There were a wide variety of clothes, fabrics, embroidery, etc.

Zhou Xiaonan thought Sister Jiaojiao was going to buy clothes for her family, so he quickly swallowed the candied haws in his mouth and spoke up to stop her.

"Sister Jiaojiao, this is not possible. The clothes are too expensive!"

Zhang Jiaojiao couldn't help laughing, "Silly girl, I don't even know the body measurements of your family members, how can I buy clothes?"

After that, she asked directly, "Boss, do you accept embroidery?"