He Xiulian, a once-in-a-millennium event

Lanxiang shyly turned aside and walked to the side, saying, “Second Brother, since Brother Dongchan is back, you can ask Brother Dongchan for tutoring tonight. Let’s go back home for dinner earlier, and you can come over earlier!”

Afterward, Shaoping and Lanxiang went home. Zhao Dongchuan naturally prepared to light a fire and cook. Fortunately, there was firewood in the yard that Lanxiang had helped collect, so he didn’t have to worry about it.

After dinner, Zhao Dongchuan tutored Shaoping, who had come over early.

Thus, Zhao Dongchuan resumed his peaceful life in Shuangshui Village.

… … … … … …

This day, the sky was clear, and the gentle breeze was pleasant.

At the entrance of Shuangshui Village, two young people, a man and a woman, walked slowly. Both looked travel-worn and were sweating profusely, clearly having endured a long journey.

The man was tall and thin but sturdy, wearing work clothes, with a slightly dark complexion.

The woman wore a floral dress, with two small braids, large eyes, a graceful and pleasant appearance, and a full figure.

This man was Sun Shaoan, who had been away for many days, having gone to Shanxi’s Liulin for a blind date. The woman was naturally Shaoan’s future wife, He Xiulian.

As soon as the two returned to the village, the news immediately spread throughout the village. The people of Shuangshui Village never expected that Sun Shaoan, this fellow, would bring back a big-eyed Shanxi girl after being away for a month.

Everyone in the village was discussing it, truly surprised. At first, who knew that Shaoan had gone out to find a wife?

Didn’t he say he was going to contact a good wheat variety for the first team before he left? Well!

Now he’s brought back such a “good variety” for himself!

What was strange was why Shaoan didn’t marry a local woman but instead went to Shanxi to find a girl who liked old vinegar?

Later, people found out that this girl was actually a distant niece from He Fengying’s village.

So everyone began to feel sorry for Shaoan again. Such a good young man, why did he marry someone from He Fengying’s family? If this girl was like He Fengying and didn’t know how to manage a household, then Sun Shaoan’s life might become even worse.

Zhao Dongchuan was at home writing at the time and didn’t know about any of this until Sun Shaoping ran over to tell him.

Unable to contain the burning fire of gossip in his heart, Zhao Dongchuan also joined the fun and ran to Old Man Yu Hou’s house to see the “new daughter-in-law.”

At this moment, Old Man Sun’s room was filled with aunts and grandmothers who had come over on various pretexts to join the excitement.

In a village with little entertainment, seeing a new daughter-in-law was a fresh and exciting event, a true carnival.

As Zhao Dongchuan walked into the yard, he was immediately spotted by Lanxiang, who was busy working in the yard.

Lanxiang, holding a thermos, called out, “Brother Dong, you’re here! Come in quickly and have a cup of tea!”

Zhao Dongchuan heard bursts of laughter coming from inside the house and followed Lanxiang into the room.

Seeing Zhao Dongchuan enter, Sun Shaoan stopped his conversation with the village aunts and grandmothers.

He said to him, “Little Zhao, you’re here. This is Xiulian!” Then he turned to Xiulian and introduced him, “Xiulian, this is Zhao Dongchuan, the educated youth poet from our village whom I told you about. He has helped our family a lot.”

“Hello, Little Zhao. I’ve always heard Shaoan talk about you. You’re very capable and have helped our family a lot!” He Xiulian said with a smile.

“Sister Xiulian, you’re too kind. Brother Shaoan is the capable one, famous far and wide. It’s only right for us in the same village to help each other!” Zhao Dongchuan said politely.

He Xiulian was not only pleasant to look at and capable of work, but also reasonable. She followed Sun Shaoan without asking for a bride price, which truly made others envious.

To support this failing family and “extend Shaoan’s life,” she herself contracted lung cancer and worked herself to death.

Alas, she truly lived up to the comments of netizens in the original world, a He Xiulian seen once in a millennium!

“Brother Zhao, have some tea.” At this moment, Lanxiang handed over a bowl of prepared tea.

“Thank you!” Zhao Dongchuan took the bowl of tea and took a sip.

“Little Zhao, come to our house for dinner tonight. Xiulian is here today, so let’s make it lively at our house!” Old Man Yu Hou said.

“No problem, I’ll come over tonight. Old Man Sun, you all go about your business, I’m heading back!” Zhao Dongchuan replied while walking away.

The cave dwelling was only so big, and with so many people, there was no place to sit. He didn’t want to overstay, so he decided to head back home and leave.

… … … … … …

Zhao Dongchuan returned to his cave dwelling and began his studies: doing practice problems, reading books, writing novels, practicing “Wuqinxi,” and then took out a few Roujiamo from his space to eat.

When he went for dinner in the evening, he would definitely have to hold back. Sun Shaoan’s family already had limited food, and with Xiulian added, he would try to eat as little as possible. He would fill his stomach at home first.

In the evening, Zhao Dongchuan carried some pastries and cakes he had taken from his space, as well as some non-staple foods bought from the Huangyuan City Department Store.

When he arrived, dinner was being prepared. He saw He Xiulian diligently cooking and preparing dishes at the stove, leaving Shaoan’s family no chance to help.

Old Man Yu Hou kept nodding, thinking, “This girl is truly good. She calls him ‘Dad’ before even getting married, and she’s so quick with work. There’s really nothing to say!”

“Sister Xiulian, I’ll help carry the dishes!” Lanxiang offered from the side.

Besides him, Sun Yuting and his wife and several children, as well as Lanhua with Gou Dan and Mao Dan, also came for dinner that night.

It was He Xiulian’s first visit, so the whole family naturally turned out to welcome her.

The whole family was very satisfied with Xiulian. Not only did she not mind their poverty, but she was also very affectionate towards everyone in the family, young and old, addressing the elders sweetly.

“Oh, Little Zhao, you’ve brought these foods again. We’re treating tonight,

You should take them back!” Old Man Yu Hou said.

“These were brought from the city, and I can’t finish them. It’s been many days, and if I don’t eat them soon, they’ll spoil. I brought them over for everyone to help finish them so they don’t go to waste!” Zhao Dongchuan said with a smile.

Hearing this, everyone no longer refused. Today was for welcoming Xiulian, and these items could add some color. This kind gesture should be remembered.

Zhao Dongchuan had helped a lot, and their family kept it in their hearts, always looking for an opportunity to repay him.

Soon, the dishes were ready, and everyone sat around the kang, creating a warm and harmonious atmosphere.

The adults were somewhat mindful while eating, but the children, oblivious to such things, all had sparkling eyes and eagerly piled food onto their plates. This meal was even more lavish than their usual New Year’s feast.

Thanks to the food Zhao Dongchuan brought, otherwise, it might not have been enough for everyone.

Everyone ate, chatted, and discussed Xiulian’s situation, and before they knew it, it was late at night.

When they had eaten enough and were full, Zhao Dongchuan stood up to bid farewell. Yuting and the others had also finished eating, so they all left together.

Zhao Dongchuan returned to his cave dwelling, too lazy to shower. He simply wiped his body with a towel, changed his clothes, and then dove into his covers, falling asleep immediately.

… … … … …

With Sun Shaoan’s return to the village, the story of him and Xiulian immediately became the talk of the entire village after meals.

People’s initial pity gradually turned into admiration.