On the first day of school, Tong Xuelu went shopping and rode her bicycle to school to talk to the teacher about Tong Jiaming.
Tong Jiaming's results were obvious to all. His form teacher didn't ask him to skip a grade because she wanted him to increase the school's enrollment rate.
She didn't expect him to take the initiative to ask for an upgrade. Now that his parents had come to the school, the form teacher couldn't stop him or refuse.
Moreover, Tong Xuelu was famous among the teachers in Chengnan Elementary School. No one dared to offend her.
The school said that they would contact Chengnan Middle School and arrange for an exam.
When she came out of the office, it suddenly started raining.
The spring rain was as precious as oil. Green buds grew on the branches and dotted the withered branches, giving people hope.
After the rain, the wind blew the fragrance of the earth. Tong Xuelu shivered. Just as she was thinking about whether to borrow an umbrella from Jiang Danhong, she heard a conversation around the corner.
"Teacher Jiang, let me tell you, Comrade Old An is really good. Although he is 20 years older than you, his three sons are all grown up. If you marry him, you won't have to give birth to any children. Isn't that great?"
"Teacher Qin, I already said that I don't want to get married again. Even if I want to get married again, I want to marry someone I want to marry. Comrade Old An, I don't think he's suitable."
"What's wrong with him? Tell me clearly. If you don't tell me clearly, how can I explain it to him?"
"The age isn't suitable. I think he's too old. Also, his family is too complicated. I want to find a simpler family."
"Teacher Jiang, it's not that I want to nag at you, but you should know your place. You've been married and you're not young anymore. Moreover, you've reported your uncle and husband. It's hard for anyone to marry you. Old An is only willing to marry you because you have a house!"
Jiang Danhong's face turned red. "No one wants to marry me. I don't want to marry. Even if I don't marry for the rest of my life, I won't fall for a man like that!"
The teacher with the surname Qin was infuriated after being rebuked. She cursed and left.
"Consider me meddling in other people's business. If I meddle in your business again, I'll be struck by lightning!"
"Someone like you still wants to find a young man? Bah! If it weren't for the house, even an eighty-year-old man wouldn't take a fancy to you. You're still not willing? Then you can guard the house until you die alone!"
Jiang Danhong bit her lips tightly. She was so angry that her chest heaved up and down violently. However, when she turned around, she saw Tong Xuelu.
Tong Xuelu said awkwardly, "Sister Danhong, I didn't mean to eavesdrop. I was just taking shelter from the rain."
Jiang Danhong waved his hand. "I don't blame you. Anyway, you've seen how embarrassed I can be."
Tong Xuelu: "What's wrong with that teacher? Are you asking her to introduce you to someone? "
It was important to know if the referrer was reliable or not. Some referrers were not only blind, but also mentally blind.
She remembered that before she transmigrated, there was a referrer who introduced a fake sister to a blind date.
The referrer said that the man was 1.8 meters tall and was even more handsome than a celebrity. The fake sister was very excited. However, when they met, the man was less than 1.6 meters tall and looked like a crooked melon.
Jiang Danhong shook her head. A trace of disgust flashed through her eyes. "No, she introduced me to him herself. I already told her that I didn't want him, but she still wanted me to meet him."
She didn't have a good relationship with people in school. She was afraid that if she rejected her too harshly, it would affect their relationship. In the end, she couldn't persuade her and went to meet him.
The man with the surname An was old enough to be her father. He was just a factory guard. Most importantly, he had three sons. When they met, he said that he wanted to move into her house after they got married.
She sold her uncle's house and bought another house in the city. She didn't live in the school dormitory anymore.
Tong Xuelu was also disgusted. "I think what you said just now was right. I'd rather not get married for the rest of my life than marry a piece of trash!"
It was no wonder that so many women in the future were afraid of marriage and men. Other than the fact that some men were too disgusting, it was also because marriage couldn't protect a woman's rights.
If Jiang Danhong really married Old An, not only would she have to take care of an old man, but she would also have to take care of their family. Her house would also be occupied. What was she after?
Was it because she wanted him to be old and ugly?
When Jiang Danhong heard this, a trace of a smile finally appeared on her face. "Xuelu, I realized that you're really different from others. You and Comrade Wen are both good people!"
In fact, deep down, she also yearned for the warmth of a family. However, she didn't want to casually find someone to marry.
Her first marriage was forced. If she were to marry again, she must find a man that she liked and was willing to marry.
Tong Xuelu: "You're also very special. I believe that one day, you'll meet the right person for you."
After that, Tong Xuelu went to Jiang Danhong's dormitory to borrow an umbrella from her.
A few days later, there was news of Tong Jiaming skipping a grade.
He was successfully accepted into Chengnan Middle School. From tomorrow onwards, he would report to Chengnan Middle School.
When Tong Jiaxin heard the news, he was very depressed. "Second Brother , does this mean that I won't be able to go to school with you in the future?"
Tong Jiaming nodded. "You'll have to go to school alone in the future. You have to pay attention in class. You can't fight with anyone."
Tong Jiaxin pouted and looked listless.
Compared to Tong Mianmian, Tong Jiaxin was actually more attached to his older brother, Tong Jiaming. However, he didn't show it because he was a boy.
When Tong Xuelu returned home that night, she heard the news very quickly.
She smiled and asked Tong Jiaming, "Have you thought of a reward?"
Tong Jiaming had an embarrassed look on his face. "I want a pair of white sneakers with a rebound effect."
Tong Xuelu nodded without hesitation. "Sure. You don't have to go to school during the weekend. We'll go to the department store to buy them."
In this era, a pair of white sneakers cost 8 yuan. It was considered a luxury item, but it was also very fashionable to own a pair of white sneakers.
The number of people in school who owned white sneakers could be counted on one hand.
For the first time, Tong Jiaming's face showed a look of joy. "Thank you, Sister!"
Tong Jiaxin, on the other hand, had an envious look on his face. He also wanted a pair of white sneakers.
However, when he thought of his grades, he immediately became listless.
With his grades, he probably wouldn't be able to own a pair of white sneakers for the rest of his life.
He could only wait for Tong Jiaming's feet to grow bigger and pick up his shoes to wear.
When he thought of this, he became happy again.
Tong Xuelu was speechless when she saw Tong Jiaxin's expression.
**
On the day of the Lantern Festival.
In addition to the glutinous rice balls, Tong Xuelu also made some dumplings.
The dumplings had thin wrappers and were wrapped with San Xian fillings. Each dumpling was wrapped in a round ball and looked very cute.
The spring bamboo shoots in the fillings were crispy and delicious, while the shiitake mushrooms were rich and fragrant. When one took a bite, the rich gravy would fill their entire mouth. It was delicious.
There were a total of three types of fillings for the glutinous rice balls. They were sesame, peanut, and red bean paste.
The glutinous rice balls were soft and delicious, and they melted in one's mouth. When one bit through the outer layer, the fillings would flow out and fill their mouth with fragrance.
The Tong siblings couldn't stop eating.
In the past, they didn't have glutinous rice balls to eat during the Lantern Festival. This was the only time when they made glutinous rice balls at home. Back then, they thought that it was delicious. Now, they knew what it meant to be delicious.
Tong Xuelu made plenty of glutinous rice balls. Apart from giving them to the Wei Family next door, she also gave some to Old Mr. Wen.
Old Mr. Wen and Uncle Zong were grinning from ear to ear when they saw her bringing the gifts over.
Old Mr. Wen gave her the red packet that he had prepared. "Good child, this is your red packet."
Tong Xuelu said, "Grandpa Wen, you've already given me red packet during the Lunar New Year."
Old Mr. Wen waved his hand and said, "You don't know about this. It's a custom in my hometown to give red packet during the Lantern Festival. Hurry and take it. Otherwise, it's inauspicious."
Tong Xuelu was speechless.
Old Master wen was trying to trick her into giving her money.
Old Mr. Wen didn't allow her to reject and stuffed the red packet into her hand.
Tong Xuelu couldn't refuse and had no choice but to accept the red packet.
She stayed at the Wen Family home for half an hour before leaving.
To her surprise, Wen Rugui returned from the base as soon as she left.
Old Mr. Wen asked in astonishment, "Why are you back? Xuelu just left more than ten minutes ago. Didn't you run into her on the way? "
Wen Rugui shook his head and answered, "No, I think I missed her."
"RuGui, Xuelu is such a good girl. You must cherish her and hurry and marry her."
Old Mr. Wen picked up a dumpling and dipped it in vinegar. After taking a bite, he squinted and squinted.
Usually, Wen Rugui would either remain silent or say that he had to ask for Tong Xuelu's opinion.
Unexpectedly, as soon as he finished speaking, he heard Wen Rugui say, "Grandfather, I want to go to the Tong family to propose."
"Pa!"
The dumpling in Old Mr. Wen's hand fell onto the ground.
He looked down and felt his heart ache. He picked it up and wanted to blow on it before continuing to eat. However, he had no choice but to give up when he saw his grandson staring at him.
"What did you say just now? You want to propose to the Tong Family? "
Wen Rugui's ears turned red and he answered, "Yes, I came back this time to discuss it with you."
Old Mr. Wen was so happy that he stopped eating his dumplings. "You rascal, you're finally enlightened. I thought I'd never be able to attend your wedding in my life!"
Although he always urged him to quickly get married and have great-grandchildren, all these years, he was just shouting and had never really forced him to do so.
Thinking about what happened back then, how would he dare to force him?
Previously, Old Mr. Wen had even instructed Uncle Zong to take care of Wen Rugui for him if he were to pass away one day. Unexpectedly, Wen Rugui had actually found someone to marry.
At the thought of this, Old Mr. Wen could not help but feel a lump in his throat.
At the side, Uncle Zong had already secretly wiped his tears.
Wen Rugui said softly, "I'm sorry, Grandpa. I've made you worry all these years."
Old Mr. Wen glared at him. "Good that you know. You're a blockhead!"
Wen Rugui was speechless.
Old Mr. Wen said, "If you want to propose, you have to ask for Xuelu's opinion first. Also, you have to let that old fogey know about it."
Commander Xiao was now Tong Xuelu's grandfather and the only elder in the Tong family. Naturally, they had to ask for his approval before getting married.
Wen Rugui nodded. "I know."
That day, Huang Qimin said that he would impart his life's experience to Wen Rugui. However, after two hours of talking, there was no useful experience at all.
Old Mr. Wen became agitated. "Little Zong, see if there's anything left in the house. Let's take it to the Tong family."
Uncle Zong agreed. "I'll go take a look now."
Uncle Zong went into the storeroom and took out two cans of malted milk powder and two packets of snacks. "Commander, this is all."
"That's all then. Let's go now."
Old Mr. Wen felt that it was a little shabby. However, this was not the time to formally propose marriage. When the time came, these things would definitely not be enough.
Wen Rugui washed his face and combed his hair before setting off.
Not long after Tong Xuelu returned home and sat down, she saw the men of the Wen family at the door.
She looked at Wen Rugui in shock. "Why didn't you tell me that you were coming back?"
Wen Rugui looked into her misty eyes and his heart pounded rapidly. "I came back to discuss something with you."
Discuss something?
Tong Xuelu blinked her almond-shaped eyes and looked confused.
Old Mr. Wen pushed him in exasperation. "You blockhead. If you want to talk, you have to go inside. How can you talk about this at the door?"
Tong Xuelu was even more puzzled. She closed the door and went in with them.
After entering the living room, Old Mr. Wen coughed and said, "Ru Gui, you tell her."
Wen Rugui's ears turned slightly red. He looked at Tong Xuelu and said, "Xuelu, we've known each other for six months and twenty days. I want to grow old with you. Are you willing to give me this opportunity?"
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Tong Xuelu was stunned.
She did not expect Wen Rugui to come here with his family and propose to her!
However, wasn't this proposal a little too unromantic?
She recalled how romantic proposals were in her previous life. Not only were there balloons and rings, but there were also all kinds of surprises.
Looking at the two cans of malted milk powder on the table, Tong Xuelu did not know whether to laugh or cry.
However, she thought that this was how things were in this era. Many people did not even ask for their partner's opinion and directly got married after discussing it with their parents.
However, this was the only marriage in her two lifetimes. She did not want to be so hasty.
Seeing that she did not express her opinion, Old Mr. Wen could not help but feel anxious. "Xuelu, although Ru Gui is a blockhead and doesn't usually speak, he's an honest child. I can guarantee that he'll treat you well. If he dares to treat you badly, I'll be the first to kill him!"
Wen Rugui was speechless. Grandpa, you're really my biological grandpa.
Uncle Zong added, "Xuelu, I've watched Ru Gui grow up since he was a child. This is the first time I've seen him so attentive to a female comrade. He even stole the chicken at home for you. So, he's sincere to you."
Wen Rugui was speechless.
"Pfft …"
Thinking about poor Xiao Wu, Tong Xuelu finally could not help but laugh.
She thought for a moment and said, "Grandpa Wen, I'll give you an answer after discussing this matter with my grandpa."
She had her own ideas, but she could not say them in front of Old Mr. Wen and Uncle Zong.
She had to find a chance to talk to Wen Rugui in private later.
Besides, how could a proposal succeed on the first try?
It was not that easy to marry her!
Upon hearing Tong Xuelu's answer, the men of the Wen Family all looked disappointed.
However, they also understood that this was normal. She was a lady and should be more reserved.
Wen Rugui and Old Mr. Wen had dinner at Tong Xuelu's house before returning home.
Wen Rugui did not receive a definite answer and returned to the base like a withered eggplant.
Zhou Yan saw him return and was more concerned than the leader. "Ru Gui, what did your girlfriend say? Did she agree?"
Wen Rugui pursed his lips and said, "She said she'll give me an answer after discussing it with her grandpa."
"Brother, don't be discouraged. If you can't do it the first time, try again. As men, we have to be thick-skinned."
Zhou Yan pretended to pat him on the shoulder and comforted him. However, he was secretly overjoyed.
Wen Rugui did not succeed in his proposal. God was helping him!
In two days' time, he had to apply for leave and go back to propose. No matter what, he had to succeed before Wen Rugui!
Wen Rugui nodded and returned to the dormitory listlessly.
The next day, Chief Jiao moved the office and Wen Rugui went to help.
However, when he was moving the cabinet, he accidentally hit his waist and twisted it.
Wen Rugui's waist was seriously injured. He could not even stand straight. Whenever he turned around, he would break out in cold sweat from the pain. He could only lie on the bed to recuperate.
Huang Qimin and Zhou Yan came to the dormitory to see him.
Huang Qimin saw how serious his injury was and could not help but sigh. "Ru Gui, I'm not trying to scare you, but a man's waist is very important. How can you be so careless?"
Wen Rugui and Zhou Yan were puzzled when they heard that.
Huang Qimin saw how ignorant they were and blushed for the first time. "You two are not married yet. There are some things that I can't explain to you clearly."
"In short, a man's waist is as important as a woman's stomach. With your waist injured like this, I'm worried that you won't be able to do it in the future!"
Wen Rugui was even more confused. "What do you mean?"
"It means that men can't do it!" Huang Qimin blushed. "Why don't you understand? It means that you might not be able to have children in the future!"
Wen Rugui: "!!!"