Acai's Sky

Chapter 796: Continuing Life in Fifty Years 79

Ah Cai hurried into her simple stone shed and carefully took out the pumpkin seeds that she had worked so hard to pick out.

Then he dug a few small holes in an inconspicuous corner and carefully buried the seeds of these extra-large pumpkins.

Then, she planted the seeds of several other fruits and vegetables one after another, as if they were her treasures, each one carrying her expectation for a good harvest.

After planting, Acai gently brushed off the dirt on her hands, turned around, and trotted briskly to the front yard because she was going to school with her brothers.

At this time, the farm truck was slowly approaching, raising a cloud of dust wherever it passed.

The three siblings were already waiting by the roadside, joking and bickering with each other while waiting for the truck to approach.

Li Jinghong rolled his eyes at his eldest brother, Li Jingqi, and said angrily, "You have to treat me to a meal today, then I will forgive you!"

However, Li Jingqi didn't even raise his head. He asked in confusion, "How did I offend you? Why should I buy you food?"

Hearing this, Li Jinghong suddenly stood up from his squatting position, with his hands on his hips, his eyes wide open, and shouted:

"That day in my room, my mother hit me hard with a feather duster! Why didn't I dodge? Don't you have any idea what happened?"

Facing his brother's questioning, Li Jingqi remained calm, with only a slight smile on his lips as he replied casually, "Like a teapot."

After saying this, he continued to pull the tender green weeds on the roadside with his hands.

At this moment, Acai, who had been standing quietly nearby, suddenly realized that the truck in the distance was getting closer and closer.

So she quickly stood up, tidied her messy hair and clothes, pointed at the approaching truck, and shouted excitedly: "The truck is coming!"

The three brothers and sisters were very agile. They flipped over quickly and jumped into the truck like three light swallows in an instant.

Then, Li Jinghong reached out and gently patted the small window behind the cab, and shouted happily, "Drive, Master Wang!"

The sound was clear and loud, as if it could penetrate the entire carriage.

After hearing the shout, Xiao Wang, who was sitting in the driver's seat, immediately started the car skillfully.

At the same time, he quickly turned his head to look at the newcomer Xiao Zhao'er sitting in the co-pilot seat next to him, and said seriously:

"These are the three Li siblings. If you run into them in your car next time, remember to stop and give them a ride."

Xiao Zhao nodded to show that he understood.

It turned out that Xiao Zhao had just recently transferred to this motor vehicle company, and like Xiao Wang, he was also responsible for the farm route.

His job was mainly to provide logistics services for the troops, and he was responsible for transporting feed to Xi'an Railway Station for shipment every day.

At this moment, Xiao Zhao suddenly seemed to remember something. He turned his head and looked through the rearview window at Ah Cai, who was smiling in the truck bed, and asked curiously:

"Master Wang, I heard there's a lady selling cookies in our newly opened 'Military Service Center'. She must be their mother, right?"

Xiao Wang, concentrating on driving, replied, "Yes, she is indeed the mother of these three siblings. Mrs. Li used to work on the farm, but was recently transferred to our 'Military Service Center'."

Then he added, "Oh, by the way, their father, Li Huaishan, is a consultant for our farm. He's responsible for researching and improving the processing technology for the feed we transport."

Xiao Zhao grinned and smiled. "We can buy this kind of feed in my hometown. My parents also use it to raise livestock, and we don't have to worry about epidemics."

Xiao Wang laughed and said, "That's right, it's a good thing. Eating more meat will fill your stomach with fat and water, so you'll eat less grain and your appetite will also decrease a lot."

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After receiving their graduation certificates with great joy, the three Li siblings couldn't wait to get on the bus to Xi'an.

Along the way, they excitedly admired the ever-changing scenery outside the window, and also noticed the changes in people's clothing.

Among the pedestrians coming and going on the street, many are no longer wearing the long gowns and jackets that were common during the Republic of China period. Instead, they are wearing the Zhongshan suits that have a clear revolutionary symbolic meaning.

This type of clothing is simple and solemn in style, and its design is unique and ingenious: the lapel looks smart and neat; the four patch pockets are practical and beautiful, especially the pleats on the pocket cover that look like a pen holder, which adds a touch of elegance; the five buttons neatly arranged on the front placket symbolize the five-power constitution, highlighting the concepts of democracy and progress.

In contrast, Ah Cai paid more attention to women's clothing and was pleasantly surprised to find that the cheongsam has undergone some changes in style.

The originally loose robe gradually narrowed and its length was shortened to near the calf, making it easier and more convenient for women to walk.

Moreover, the collars of cheongsams have mostly become small stand-up collars, the cuffs are no longer as wide and cumbersome as before, and the overall decoration has also been simplified.

However, this does not mean that cheongsam has lost its charm. On the contrary, it shows a different style with a new posture.

In terms of color, today's cheongsams are colorful, with both fresh and elegant floral patterns and simple and pure solid colors.

These colors not only make women look more gentle and charming, but also cleverly integrate the simple style pursued in the current era.

At the same time, among many ordinary people, elderly women still prefer traditional Chinese slanted-collar tops, paired with black or dark Chinese trousers.

The collar and cuffs of this type of top are usually carefully embroidered with simple yet exquisite lace, which perfectly highlights the unique softness and exquisite charm of women.

In the hot summer, men, women, young and old all choose to wear simple and light cloth shirts and shorts to cope with the unbearable heat.

Most of these cloth shirts are as white as snow or as elegant as the blue sky. Their materials are not only breathable but also light and thin, which perfectly suits the hot summer season in Xi'an.

As for the shorts, the main colors are deep and mysterious black or rich and deep dark blue. This design not only looks stable but also allows people to move freely in high temperature environments.

At this time, the three brothers and sisters happily headed straight to East Street.

This East Street is the undisputed main traffic artery of the entire city, with a constant stream of traffic all day long.

Human-powered tricycles shuttled in and out of the traffic like nimble fish, and the drivers shouted enthusiastically, trying their best to attract passers-by to become their passengers.

At the same time, buses stopped at designated stops in an orderly manner, and passengers kept getting on and off the buses in a hurry, forming a unique landscape.

Looking around, the neatly arranged trees on both sides of the road are lush and verdant, like green guards guarding the road, adding a touch of fresh and pleasant natural atmosphere to this bustling and noisy street.

It is worth mentioning that East Street is not just an ordinary traffic artery, it is also an important place for people’s daily social life.

Whenever citizens have free time, they are always keen to come here to go shopping leisurely, or to get together with a few friends to chat and share their feelings.

Walking through the streets and alleys, you can see that the clothes people wear are simple but clean and tidy.

Everyone's face was filled with bright smiles of happiness and satisfaction. They greeted each other warmly and happily exchanged the trivial but heartwarming family stories in their respective families.

In addition, there are many mouth-watering snack stalls hidden deep in the alleys scattered around East Street.

The tempting aroma emanating from these snack stalls filled the air, attracting countless diners and making the entire East Street even more lively.

The aroma of special delicacies such as oil-splashed noodles and mutton soup buns is everywhere, attracting passers-by.