The Fat Wife of the 1980s Awakens

Taking into account Xie Yi's preference for sweets, Xu Xiufang also specially fried two plates of seasonal vegetables with good color, aroma and taste. They were refreshing and just balanced the richness of the sweet and sour spare ribs on the table.

Just as the family was sitting together enjoying this rare dinner time, there was suddenly a noisy noise outside the door, interrupting the tranquility.

It turned out to be Wu Dafu from the neighboring village. He led a group of villagers, carrying all kinds of fruits in their hands, including huge pumpkins, bright red watermelons, and pink peaches, as if he had moved the entire orchard here.

When Xu Xiufang looked at these familiar fruits and vegetables, her eyes suddenly widened, filled with surprise and gratitude.

At that moment, her mood was like being gently shaken by the breeze of a summer afternoon, with both touching warmth and a helpless bitter smile.

The table was a mess of cups and plates. She had just finished enjoying a simple but warm home-cooked meal, and she couldn't help but wonder in her heart, are the little episodes in life always coming one after another like this? Just when she put down her bowl and chopsticks, another feast is about to come?

She stood up quickly, her eyebrows slightly frowned, and there was a hint of confusion and embarrassment in her eyes.

"Oh, how can this be so embarrassing? I just did what I could, why are you all so polite and even send me gifts?"

Her tone was three parts of refusal and seven parts of gratitude, and her gentle refusal revealed her cherishment for the deep friendship of her fellow villagers.

Wu Dafu took a few steps at a time and came up to her, with a simple smile on his face and his voice full of sincerity.

"Xiufang, do you remember that the signboard of your shop was put up by everyone in Dafang Village?"

Xu Xiufang nodded repeatedly, those images flashed through her mind, and a warm feeling surged in her heart.

"Yes, it was all thanks to everyone at that time." Her response was mixed with the warmth of memories, as if those old times were slowly flowing before her eyes.

Wu Dafu went on to say, "Now that we see your business is booming, we are happier than you. We send you small gifts just to make things lively and to share in your good luck. We villagers value practicality. Although these are not expensive items, they are our sincere thoughts."

His words revealed the simplicity and sincerity of rural people, which warmed people's hearts.

The surrounding villagers also nodded, their words full of support and encouragement. It was a kind of unity and harmony that came from the bottom of their hearts and did not need much embellishment.

Xu Xiufang scratched the back of her head gently, and couldn't help thinking to herself: If what happened today gets out, I'm afraid that the villagers will come to my house with gifts every now and then, just to make things lively.

She was thinking in her mind that she had to find a suitable reason so that everyone could take these gifts back home.

After all, material resources are not abundant now, especially watermelons. There are not many opportunities to sell them at a good price. How can I have the nerve to accept such a gift for no reason?

However, before her hesitation could be turned into words, the villagers of Xiaoxi Village had already smiled heartily, put down the gifts in their hands, and dispersed without waiting for any formalities.

Wu Dafu waved at her as he walked away, leaving a message full of understanding and encouragement: "Don't worry, you are so busy going back and forth to the city every day, and we know you can't take care of the work in the fields. These are just a small token of our appreciation, please accept them."

No matter how Xu Xiufang persuaded him, Wu Dafu always insisted and finally walked away with the crowd.

Xu Xiufang held the bowl in her hand, staring at the figure that gradually disappeared in the sunset. She felt mixed emotions and couldn't find the right words to express her complex emotions.

Xie Yi was standing aside, leisurely savoring the dish of sweet and sour pork ribs. He looked so calm, as if the world had nothing to do with him.

"They place their hopes for the future on you." Xie Yi's words were light, yet meaningful, as if they revealed the secret.

Xu Xiufang turned her head to look at him, her eyes full of confusion and inquiry.

He was seen enjoying the ribs piece by piece, while the light vegetables beside were hardly touched. This scene made Xu Xiufang frown.

Didn't this person say he didn't like sweets? Why was he eating with such relish now?

If you savor Xie Yi's words carefully, they do make sense.

Xie Yi raised a teasing smile and continued, "Do you know? The whole county is talking about a woman named Xu Xiufang who makes a fortune in Xiaoxi Village. She drives a car to travel between the city and the countryside, wears sunglasses every day, and looks very stylish. She is simply a 'star' here."

As soon as these words were spoken, the soup that Xu Xiaohua was drinking splashed all over the floor with a "puff". Li Guifang laughed out loud without any restraint. For a moment, laughter filled the small space.

The children looked confused, not understanding the jokes between the adults. They just happily gnawed on the ribs, their eyes full of curiosity and expectation about the world.

Erbao was so excited that he jumped up and down: "I want to ride in a car, too! I want to be as majestic as my sister!"

Xu Xiufang was almost amused by Erbao's innocence, but a hint of helplessness flashed in her eyes.

"Just concentrate on eating your chops, little naughty boy."

She smiled dotingly at Erbao, then glared at Xie Yi fiercely, as if blaming him for talking nonsense, then lowered her head and buried herself in cooking her meal, trying to hide her inner turmoil in this way.

Xie Yi laughed even more happily, with a gentle smile on his face, and explained: "When I was working on the construction site, people often asked about this when they passed by the old bridge. I just told them the truth without exaggerating."

He seemed amused by this incident as well, otherwise he wouldn't have been so talkative tonight.

The story behind this is also a different kind of pleasure and warmth for him.

Xu Xiaohua was beaming with joy, her smile as bright and warm as the peach blossoms blooming in spring. Seeing the growing affection between her sister Xu Xiufang and brother-in-law Xie Yi, the joy in her heart kept flowing out like a spring.

Xie Yi, who was usually taciturn, actually learned to joke and have fun with Xu Xiufang at this moment. The atmosphere was relaxed and happy, and the small farmyard was filled with laughter.

Xu Xiufang gently picked up the rice in the bowl. Each grain seemed heavy, just like the sense of responsibility in her heart.

Her thoughts swirled in her mind, and she vowed to herself: If I don't make some substantial achievements, I'm afraid I'll really become the topic of conversation among the neighbors.

An idea gradually took shape in my mind - why not set up a factory, which would not only promote my own development, but also effectively solve the employment problems of my fellow villagers, killing two birds with one stone.

The blueprint that was originally planned to be implemented step by step was accelerated by her at this moment.

But this is not as simple as opening a small store. It requires capital injection, order pull, and market development. Every step needs careful planning.

Xu Xiufang knows very well that this matter cannot be rushed, and only by keeping one's feet on the ground and taking steady steps can one achieve true success.