The mother of the era is reborn to support her cannon fodder children!

Chapter 376 "Not on the Same Layer"

Chinese New Year is all about eating, drinking, and visiting relatives.

Lin Zhao had to visit the Yuan family, as they were her aunts. She couldn't refuse. It took half a day to get there. They didn't stay for a meal, but that didn't cause any delay. Lin Zhao and Gu Chenghuai took the children and went straight to Uncle Song's house.

Just like last year, we had a reunion dinner at the Song family's house, and the four kids received a bunch of red envelopes. The family rushed back to the brigade before dark.

As Lin Zhao passed the educated youth settlement, she glanced inside.

Lu Baozhen tugged at Nan Qiao's sleeve, looking pitiful, and it was unclear what she was saying.

"Nan Nan," Lin Zhao couldn't help but call out.

Even knowing that Lu Baozhen was no longer evil and was just an ordinary child, she still couldn't bear to see the people she had harmed getting too close to her.

If Nan Qiao in the original book knew that her brother's death was related to Lu Baozhen, she would probably want to chop the poor child in front of her to pieces.

Hearing Lin Zhao's voice, Nan Qiao inexplicably breathed a sigh of relief, pulled away Lu Baozhen's dirty little hand, and walked quickly towards her new friend.

"You're back from visiting relatives."

Lin Zhao nodded and stuffed two handfuls of peanuts into Nan Qiao's hand. "These are peanuts from my uncle's family. They're creamy flavored. Try them."

"Thank you," Nan Qiao said.

"What...what just happened?" Lin Zhao glanced at Lu Baozhen indifferently.

Previously, Lu Baozhen tricked the village children into isolating Yao Bao. Gu Chan specially rode her bicycle back to the village, carrying an enamel mug, and climbed onto Lu's door, scolding her for half an hour.

Old Mrs. Lu couldn't win against the Gu family, so she took her anger out on Lu Baozhen. From then on, Lu Baozhen stayed far away from the Gu family.

Upon seeing Lin Zhao's family, Lu Baozhen scurried away like a little mouse.

Lin Zhao smiled.

This girl doesn't resemble the delicate, lively, and sunny female protagonist in the book at all.

Nan Qiao frowned slightly. "I don't know her. She came to me asking for candy."

"Fu Bao" lost her good fortune and could no longer bring benefits to the Lu family, causing Lu Baozhen's situation to worsen. Even worse, because she had once been a lucky star, the Lu family felt that she had offended the gods after losing her luck, and they disliked her even more, often not allowing her to eat.

Lu Baozhen today is nothing like the plump and cute girl she used to be.

Lin Zhao said, "The Lu family is difficult to get along with; it's best to stay away from them."

Nan Qiao believed her and nodded solemnly, "I understand."

Tell her brother later.

"Zhaozhao, bring your nephew and niece over after the New Year, I want to get to know them."

Lin Zhao said in a light tone, "Okay, I'll leave their homework to you."

"Don't worry," Nan Qiao said earnestly.

Teaching a few elementary and middle school students is a piece of cake for her.

……

Time flies, and the New Year is over.

Lin Zhao's family began preparing to accompany the army.

With Gu Chenghuai at home, she didn't need to help. She was allowed to say goodbye to the people she wanted to say goodbye to, and pack her luggage herself.

Seeing that her husband was handling the situation with ease, Lin Zhao didn't argue with him. Instead, she met up with some close friends and told them that she was going to take her child to join the army.

Liang Yi from the post office, Guo Meizhu from the cinema, Wang Ju from the supply and marketing cooperative, Yuan Xiang... there are quite a few people to say goodbye to.

Afterwards, he took Gu Lan and others to see Nan Qiao.

At this time, Nan Qiao had just learned about the expansion of the educated youth settlement.

Sun Xiaoying has an unpleasant personality, speaks harshly, and loves to meddle in other people's business. Nan Qiao dislikes her but has always been very patient with her.

Nan Qiao was excited to learn that she had a chance to separate from her.

Today is a nice day; a few former educated youths are sunbathing in the courtyard.

The Nan siblings were also there.

Nan Yi was reading a book, and the sun shone on him.

Lin Zhao glanced at him and noticed that his complexion had improved slightly.

As expected of the health-boosting pill from the lucky draw wheel, it's awesome!
"Zhao Zhao, sit here." Nan Qiao called to Lin Zhao and poured her some water.

"Nan Nan, I've brought my nephew and niece to become my disciples!" Lin Zhao said in a lively tone.

"Welcome," Nan Qiao said.

She looked at Gu Lan and the others. The boy and the only little girl had bright and spirited eyes, filled with an inspiring and uplifting energy.

"Hello, Teacher Nan," Gu Lan and the others greeted in unison.

Nan Qiao chuckled, "Hello."

Nan Yi looked over, his bright black eyes revealing curiosity, "Sister, are you going to take on students?"

“It doesn’t count as taking on students.” In Nan Qiao’s mind, taking on students is a complicated matter that cannot be done hastily. She patiently explained, “I’m just idling around anyway, so I’m giving myself something to do.”

“You’re not making trouble for yourself. It was clearly me who asked, and you were too embarrassed to refuse,” Lin Zhao interjected, opening the dried sweet potatoes he had brought and inviting Nan Qiao and her brother to eat.

"If my nephews and nieces can rank at the top, I'll give you a big red envelope," she said jokingly.

There were many people and distractions at the educated youth settlement, so it wasn't appropriate to bring up the college entrance exam directly.

Nan Qiao stuffed a few slices of dried sweet potato into her younger brother's mouth, but was afraid that Nan Yi would not be able to digest them, so she did not dare to let him eat more.

She laughed and said, "Then I'll be waiting."

"Don't worry. I promise you won't suffer any losses." Lin Zhao handed Nan Qiao another handful of peanut candy.

"I made it myself, try it."

Upon learning that Gu Chenghuai had undergone tubal ligation, Lin Zhao worried that he hadn't fully recovered. When he was at home, she would cook for him, making nourishing soups and broths, and even gave him two body-strengthening pills that she had won in a lottery.

The fire within Gu Chenghuai was replenished, and he poured it onto her every day.

"..."

Lin Zhao roasted the sweet potato chips herself in her spare time while cooking. She sliced ​​them thinly and used oil and sugar, making them perfect as a snack.

She brought Nan Qiao a package.

Nan Qiao tasted two pieces and praised them repeatedly, "Crispy and delicious. I didn't know you had this skill, Zhao Zhao, you're amazing."

Lin Zhao smiled and pretended to be modest, "It's nothing. My pickled radishes and pickled cabbage are the best. They're sour and crunchy, and very appetizing. Everyone who has tried them loves them."

The recipe wasn't something she came up with herself; she won it in a lottery.

"I'll bring you two cans later," Lin Zhao said generously. "Anyway, I can't take them with me."

"I've only been here a few days, but I've already taken advantage of you quite a bit," Nan Qiao said embarrassedly.

“You need it, but I don’t. Don’t be shy,” Lin Zhao said. “There’s still a long way to go. Maybe one day you’ll be in a high position and I’ll need your help.”

Nan Qiao took out her precious pearl hair clip, put it on the side of her hair, and made a solemn promise.

"This hair clip is something I bought at the Friendship Store with my own pocket money. I'm giving it to you as a symbol of our friendship. From now on, whenever you come to see me wearing this hair clip, I will do my best to help you with anything you need."

Lin Zhao touched her hair, smiling brightly, "If it's this heavy, no wonder my head feels so heavy."

"Thank you, Nan Nan. I will cherish it."

The light seemed to favor Lin Zhao, shining warmly on her and making the fine downy hairs on her face clearly visible. Her jet-black hair was adorned with delicate pearl hair clips, making her exquisite face appear even more radiant.

Nan Qiao had never seen anyone look like this in the capital.

"When I bought this hair clip, I felt that I would use it sooner or later, and it turned out to be true. It suits you very well."

Lin Zhao took out a small mirror from her bag and looked at herself. The two rows of pearl-shaped hair clips were indeed exquisite and obviously foreign.

"I really like it, thank you."

Nan Qiao shook her head. She should thank Zhao Zhao. She looked calm enough, but she was actually very uneasy. After learning that her younger brother was going to the countryside, she hadn't slept well for a long time, afraid that she wouldn't be able to take good care of him.

When the educated youth settlement was being targeted, Lin Zhao suddenly stood up. It's no exaggeration to say that she was radiant at that moment, seemingly on a different level from everyone else. Her heart suddenly calmed down.

no big deal.

"I'll take you to Friendship Store sometime, and I'll pay for it," Nan Qiao said generously.

The Nan family is a scholarly family with many talented members, some of whom work in secret units. The Nan siblings have never worried about money in their lives; if it weren't for that... they would never have even seen an oxcart.

"I'll remember that. I believe there will be a chance," Lin Zhao said with a smile.

Nan Qiao's lips curled slightly.

Having achieved their objective for the day, Lin Zhao left with A Lan and the others.

On the road.

She instructed the Gu family children, "Nan Zhiqing is a new friend of mine. She is from the capital and is a college student. She is very capable. I am entrusting you to her. How much you can learn depends on you."

Gu Lan, being the oldest, knew that her third aunt was making arrangements for their future. She quietly took Lin Zhao's arm and said obediently, "Thank you, Third Aunt. I will study hard."

Bangbang is the eldest grandson of the Gu family. He has grown up a year and is gradually becoming more sensible. He wants to set a good example for his younger siblings.

He nodded solemnly, "Third Aunt, I will definitely live up to your expectations! I promise."

Lin Zhao was reassured that the Gu family's children were all sensible. "I trust you."

The road has been paved; if they don't take it seriously, there's nothing she can do.

As they were talking, Lin Zhao returned home.

Bangbang and the others also went home.

"You're back." Gu Chenghuai, who was packing his luggage, greeted Lin Zhao when he saw his wife return.

"How is it?" Lin Zhao asked.

"almost."

Lin Zhao: "Where are the pickled radishes and pickled cabbage? I want them."

Gu Chenghuai guessed something and looked at her, "Are you sending them to the educated youth settlement again?"

"You know perfectly well why you're asking. Nan Nan didn't prepare any food, so she has to buy everything. I made a lot, so I'll send some to her," Lin Zhao said.

"You're completely open and honest with every friend," Gu Chenghuai sighed inwardly, hoping he wouldn't be let down.

Anyone who dares to betray his Zhaozhao, he guarantees he'll make sure they never cry again!
He found the pickled radishes and pickled cabbage that Lin Zhao had made herself. "They're all here."

Gu Chenghuai was protective of his food and couldn't bear to give away all of Zhaozhao's cooking to others, so he said, "Just give away one jar, and take the rest with you. I love to eat it."

Lin Zhao took out a ceramic jar of pickled cabbage, then rummaged through another jar of pickled cabbage. "That's enough. If you like it, I'll make you some fresh ones later."

"Alright, don't be stingy. These two jars of vegetables are fortunate to have sacrificed themselves for the friendship between Nan Nan and me."

Seeing Lin Zhao about to pick up the cold, hard pottery jar, Gu Chenghuai quickly took it from her, saying, "I'll do it."

“You’ll come with me,” he said.

Gu Chenghuai was very cautious when giving gifts to female comrades.

He is a person with boundaries and will never give gossips a chance to talk nonsense!
"Okay." Lin Zhao found everything interesting when she was with Gu Chenghuai.

The couple arrived at the educated youth settlement, put their things down, and left.

The main reason was that Gu Chenghuai was not familiar with the Nan siblings, and Lin Zhao did not want her husband to feel awkward.

Gu Chenghuai understood Zhaozhao's thoughts, and his eyes were full of tenderness as he looked at her.

Unbeknownst to the two, their departure would only create more excitement at the educated youth settlement.

A hint of jealousy flashed in Meng Xiaoying's eyes, and she said sourly, "She's a college student from the capital, and she really knows how to flatter."

Nan Yi looked up from his book at her and calmly asked, "Are you jealous?"

Meng Xiaoying retorted angrily, "Who's jealous? I despise those who get benefits by flattering others!"

Song Qian frowned, glanced at Nan Qiao, and couldn't help but speak up, "You're trying to flatter Comrade Lin, but he won't listen to you."

"Caw caw caw caw caw caw..." Wen Huaiyuan laughed like a goose, slapping his thigh, "She tried to curry favor with Comrade Lin by bringing expired eggs. No wonder he wouldn't even look at her. If it were me, I wouldn't pay any attention to her either."

Meng Xiaoying said indignantly, "Eggs never expire. They can be eaten after boiling. Lin Zhao is just being dramatic. If she doesn't want it, she doesn't want it. I didn't want to give it to her anyway!"

Wen Huaiyuan had a look of anticipation on his face. "Do you dare say that to Comrade Lin's face?"

Meng Xiaoying certainly wouldn't dare. Just thinking about the soldier's deadpan gaze on her made her limbs stiffen.

"……snort."

After staying at the educated youth settlement for a few days, Nan Qiao gradually saw through the personalities of these educated youth. Meng Xiaoying seemed the most annoying, being talkative and nagging, which was extremely irritating. However... she was straightforward and timid, and she wouldn't dare to do anything harmful.

Nan Qiao couldn't bring herself to argue with such a fool; it would be beneath her.

She opened a ceramic jar, and a sour smell filled the air, making one's mouth water involuntarily.

Nan Yi put down her book and looked at Nan Qiao expectantly. "Sister, I think I'm hungry."

He was born weak, and if it weren't for the Nan family's wealth and the fact that they fed him with fine food every day, he wouldn't be alive today.

His poor health caused him to have a poor appetite.

Nan Qiao rarely heard her younger brother say he was hungry. She stood there stunned, and after she came to her senses, her beautiful face was filled with excitement.

"Wait a minute, I'll get you something to eat."

Nan Qiao quickly went into the kitchen, took out her younger brother's bowl, then a pair of clean chopsticks, thought for a moment, and took half a steamed bun.

We quickly returned to the yard.

Put some pickled radish into the bowl.

"Zhaozhao said that if you use clean chopsticks, the food won't spoil."

After covering the earthenware jar, Nan Qiao handed the chopsticks to her younger brother.

"Try it."

Nan Yi picked up a piece of radish; the radish seemed to be transparent and had a very neat shape.

He put it in his mouth, gently bit it open, and a burst of juice exploded in his mouth. It was sour, refreshing, and very appetizing.

"It's delicious, sis, you should try some too." Nan Yi's eyes lit up.

Nan Qiao rarely saw her younger brother so interested in a certain food, so she also tried a piece, and her expression lit up.

"That's great, Zhao Zhao is really amazing."

Nan Qiao handed the chopsticks back and said to her younger brother, "You eat them, I'm not hungry yet."

Worried that her younger brother would find it too dry, she went back to her room, took out some malted milk powder from the cupboard, made a cup of malted milk powder, and brought it out.

"Xiao Yi, finish your meal and then drink this bowl of malted milk powder."

Smelling the malted milk powder, Meng Xiaoying swallowed hard.

smell good.

Her stomach was rumbling, but she couldn't bear to leave. Even if she couldn't taste it, just smelling it would be good enough.

The sun was warming people up, and Nan Yi's pale face was flushed with a slight blush.

A strange look flashed across Nan Qiao's face.

Is Xiao Yi's health getting better?

He sat for so long today but didn't feel weak at all; his face was even flushed.

She looked at her younger brother closely and noticed that Nan Yi seemed to have gained a little weight...

Nan Qiao's heart was pounding more violently than ever before. Even when she got into university... her emotions hadn't fluctuated this much. Her usually calm, light-colored eyes shone brightly.

Fearing she would be disappointed, she didn't rush to say it, suppressing her excitement, but the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up.

(End of this chapter)