Siheyuan: Being a fisherman in 1962
Chapter 47: No Food Allowed to Be Taken Home
His "crime" was that he often brought leftover food from the kitchen back to the dilapidated courtyard to help his needy neighbor Qin Huairu.
This was out of good instinct, but in Chen Fei's opinion, it was a blatant provocation to the kitchen rules and regulations.
The kitchen staff heard the news and started whispering in private, expressing regret, blame, or indignation. For a while, Sha Zhu became the hot topic of their after-dinner conversation.
If this matter is not severely punished, kitchen discipline may be completely destroyed.
So he issued a new ban: it is strictly forbidden to smuggle any kitchen items out of the factory, and violators will be treated as thieves.
Once this order was issued, it was like a huge rock falling into a lake, causing thousands of ripples.
This regulation undoubtedly cuts off Sha Zhu's only way to support Qin Huairu, and how will that poor family survive?
Anxiety surged into his heart like a tide. Sha Zhu's hands began to tremble. His once skillful knife skills became messy and the spatula made harsh notes when hitting the iron pan.
The quality of the food declined significantly and the workers complained continuously. Some frowned, some shook their heads, and some even put their bowls and chopsticks down heavily and sighed in dissatisfaction.
Sha Zhu's heart felt like it was being stabbed by needles. He tried his best to hide the pain in his heart, but his dull eyes could no longer hide his struggle and confusion.
Late at night, when everyone was asleep, Sha Zhu sat alone under the dim light, with Qin Huairu's haggard face appearing before his eyes.
Qin Huairu needs his help so much, and isn't he the support of Qin Huairu's family?
The future family burden and the responsibility of supporting his elderly parents were like two huge mountains pressing on his heart, making it almost impossible for him to breathe.
He clenched his fists tightly, his nails digging deep into his palms, but he was unable to resist the despair that was approaching the brink of collapse.
Sha Zhu hurried through the gate of the steel mill, the afterglow of the setting sun casting a long shadow behind him.
I hurriedly walked on the way home, my heart full of worry and confusion about the future.
Those discussions about the kitchen ban were like invisible chains, tightly binding his heart.
We can no longer just take leftover food from the kitchen home to help those in need as we did before.
At the gate of the courtyard, Banggeng's figure came into view.
There was a gleam of anticipation in the child's eyes, as if he was waiting for something.
Shazhu couldn't help but slow down his pace. Looking at Banggeng's innocent eyes, the guilt in his heart surged into his heart like a tide.
What Bang Geng is looking forward to is just food that can fill his stomach.
But now, he couldn't even fulfill this simple wish.
"What's wrong?" Sha Zhu squatted down, trying to hide his inner panic with a gentle tone.
Bang Geng raised his head, his bright eyes showing a hint of anticipation: "Are there any delicious foods today?"
Sha Zhu's heart felt like it was being pierced by needles. He clenched his fists tightly, trying not to let his emotions get out of control.
You can't show any flaws in front of this child.
Trying to calm the inner turmoil.
"There are rules in the kitchen today. You can't bring anything out casually." There was a hint of helplessness and apology in Sha Zhu's voice.
Banggeng's expression froze in an instant, and disappointment and confusion flashed in his bright eyes.
Looking at Sha Zhu, he seemed to want to find the answer from Sha Zhu's face.
However, Sha Zhu avoided his gaze and did not dare to meet his eyes.
"Why? Don't you always bring us delicious food?"
Shazhu's heart felt like it was torn apart, and he couldn't let Banggeng continue to wait.
A choice must be made, choosing those who need his help.
He made up his mind, grabbed Bang Geng's shoulders, shook him hard and kicked him.
Jia Zhang rushed out of the house angrily and saw Sha Zhu holding the stick. She immediately understood what had happened.
"What are you doing! Let my grandson go!" Jia Zhang screamed loudly and rushed towards Sha Zhu, trying to pry his hands open.
He loosened his hand and let Banggeng fall into Jia Zhang's arms.
"Grandma, why did he hit me?" Bang Geng's eyes were filled with tears and he looked up at Jia Zhang with grievance.
Jia Zhang stroked Bang Geng's head with concern and glared at Sha Zhu: "Why did you hit the child? What did he do wrong?"
Sha Zhu pursed his lips tightly and remained silent.
This is done for Qin Huairu and for those who need help more.
However, looking at Banggeng's aggrieved eyes, his heart felt like it was being cut by a knife.
"Is it because of Chen Fei?" Jia Zhang suddenly mentioned Chen Fei's name, with a hint of hatred in her eyes.
Sha Zhu's body stiffened, the name Chen Fei seemed to touch his sore spot.
"He made me do this! He issued a ban, no more bringing things out!"
Jia Zhang sneered: "Do you think I don't know? He just doesn't like you and wants to find an excuse to punish you. You are stupid, why are you taking the blame for him?"
Qin Huairu stood at the gate of the courtyard. Sha Zhu's hurried steps and nervous expression made her feel that everything was unusual.
Noticing the tears in Bang Geng's eyes, she became even more worried. She walked lightly to Sha Zhu and asked in a low voice, "What's wrong? Why is Bang Geng crying?"
Sha Zhu avoided Qin Huairu's gaze and didn't dare to look directly into her eyes.
He took a deep breath and tried to make his voice sound calm: "Nothing, it's just... I just want something delicious, but..."
Qin Huairu frowned, noticing the hesitation and uneasiness in Sha Zhu's words.
"Is there something you can't tell me?"
As if touched by Qin Huairu's words, Sha Zhu lowered his head and said with a trembling voice: "Fade Chen has issued a ban on taking leftovers from the kitchen home. I...I can no longer help you like before."
Qin Huairu was stunned. She didn't expect Chen Fei to make such a decision.
"You have a kind heart and always want to help others. However, you also have to think about our little family. You can't put yourself in trouble just because you help others."
Qin Huairu's worry hung over the courtyard like the night sky. Her eyes moved back and forth on Sha Zhu, trying to find the answer deep in his eyes.
Sha Zhu's kindness and tenacity are his innate qualities, but at this moment, these qualities are like a double-edged sword, which can help others but may also hurt themselves.
"We can't just sit there and wait for death." Qin Huairu's voice was firm and gentle. She held Sha Zhu's hand, but the hands that were once full of strength now seemed so weak.
"I don't want to disappoint you, but I really can't go against Fade Chen's ban."
"I know you're in a dilemma, but have you ever thought that maybe we can try another approach?"
"In what way?"
"You can try to apologize to Chen Fei and explain our difficulties. Maybe he will change his mind."
"Apologize to him? I can't do it! I'd rather starve than bow to him!"
Qin Huairu was stunned. She didn't expect Sha Zhu's reaction to be so intense.
The current situation does not allow them to be stubborn or insistent any more.
"Listen to me." Qin Huairu's voice was soft but firm. "I know you are proud, but now we are facing the problem of survival. We can't let everyone fall into trouble because of momentary stubbornness. We can apologize, but this does not mean giving up our dignity. Instead, we choose a wiser way to face the difficulties."
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