Secretary Xie couldn't understand how he had become so familiar with He Shen during this period of time.

First, He Shen came to see Xie Xixing a few times, and then he would say a few words to Secretary Xie. Based on the previous foundation, Secretary Xie thought highly of He Shen.

Many educated youths were sent to the countryside to provide support, but few of them were actually able to do anything after they arrived. Most of them still had to be assigned farm work by the village and let them participate.

He Shen, on the other hand, is the exact opposite.

He has a lot of new ideas in his mind.

Secretary Xie happened to be a responsible person. As the secretary, he wanted his brigade to do better so that it could outperform other brigades at the year-end meeting or when delivering grain during the autumn harvest.

That would fulfill his wish.

The things He Shen possessed were exactly what he needed.

Whether it's issues related to systems, practical work, or even the formation of handicraft teams within production teams, He Shen can always offer some insights.

So much so that Secretary Xie treated He Shen with the same warmth and affection as if he were his own child.

He Shen visited the Xie family much more often than usual.

Even Xie Ersao, who was usually a bit slow to notice, felt that something was wrong.

"Even if He Zhiqing has a good relationship with Xixing, he can't come here all the time," said Xie Ersao, who was tidying up in the backyard with Xie Dasao, listening to the commotion in front.

“He Zhiqing knows a lot, and our dad likes to chat with him.” Sister-in-law Xie also felt that she was being a bit too diligent, but there was a reason for it.

“That’s true. I heard from Dad and Xixing that He Shen is repairing a vehicle at the agricultural machinery station this year, so it’s expected that he can send an extra tractor to our brigade during the autumn harvest. That will save us so much trouble!” Xie Ersao said, still a little excited.

Last year, their brigade also had one tractor, but the brigade has four villages.

They take turns, and the entire autumn harvest only takes two or three rounds at most.

However, a vehicle can do a lot, and it is especially important during the autumn harvest.

In the front yard, Xie Xixing was discussing with He Shen about going to the town's agricultural machinery station again today. It's almost harvest time, and they can't afford any mistakes.

"Go ahead and come. We can go and drive back in a couple of days. As long as we can get a car, we're fine with waiting there." Now, in the courtyard, there was not only Secretary Xie, but also the team leader and the production team leaders from several villages.

"Yes, if there's anything you two can't handle, just tell us when you get back. Treat us to a meal if you need to, and we'll give you the money later."

Having an extra vehicle is a good thing for the entire brigade.

“There shouldn’t be any problem. Back then, several of their cars had the same problem that couldn’t be fixed, and I only made this one request. Now that it’s been fixed for them, they definitely won’t go back on their word,” He Shen said.

"I definitely won't go back on my word, otherwise where will they find someone like you who can fix their cars if they have problems in the future?" Xie Xixing said confidently.

"Well done, young people are the ones who really shine."

"Then you can go in a bit, and come back and tell us if anything happens."

The team leaders chattered amongst themselves, then left Secretary Xie's house together and headed towards the brigade headquarters.

"We've really struck gold by being assigned to Educated Youth He this time."

"Of course, it's much better than those who can't lift a finger or carry anything."

"Be content. I haven't heard of any three educated youths in the neighboring brigade who attempted suicide to return to the city. Those are the ones who are truly difficult to manage."

"Fortunately, none of the educated youth in our brigade were like that..."

Secretary Xie left with those people.

This time, Xie Xixing didn't ride his bike. He rode in He Shen's car to town and then called Xie Qingyu over.

After Xie Qingyu came out of the house, He Shen's eyes were fixed on her.

Ever since the last meal delivery, an unspoken atmosphere has existed between He Shen and Xie Qingyu.

He Shenqin frequently visited the Xie family and managed to see Xie Qingyu twice out of every three visits.

The two never had a chance to talk alone, and whenever their eyes met, Xie Qingyu was always the first to look away.

However, the emotions in Xie's eyes stirred He Shen's heart, and he couldn't wait to win Xie's favor.

"Come on, come with us to town." Xie Xixing pushed Xie Qingyu's bicycle out, his eyes full of anticipation.

Xie Qingyu hasn't used her bicycle much since she bought it.

Xie Xixing kept thinking about letting her ride it out so that others would envy her.

It was almost harvest time, and Wang Guifang reminded them to see if they could buy meat when they went to town, as the harvest meals needed to have some oil.

This time, Xie Xixing asked Xie Qingyu to go with them. He and He Shen would go to the agricultural machinery station, and Xie Qingyu could take the opportunity to buy some things.

"Okay." Xie Qingyu had already finished packing.

She was wearing the yellow fabric blouse that Wang Guimei had given her last time, fitted at the waist, and black pants.

This color makes Xie Qingyu look more lively, and... it also makes her figure look better.

He Shen couldn't help but glance at it a few more times, his eyes darkening.

"Let's go," He Shen said.

It was He Shen who initially led Xie Xixing.

Xie Xixing kept talking the whole way, while Xie Qingyu rode her bike alongside them.

At first, she could still exchange a few words with Xie Xixing, but as they walked, she couldn't keep up.

"What's wrong? Are you tired?" He Shen suddenly asked.

Hearing this, Xie Xixing, sitting in the back seat, also looked at Xie Qingyu and said, "You girl, we really haven't let you exercise enough. How come you can't even ride a bicycle anymore?"

The village wasn't too far from the town, but Xie Xixing didn't expect Xie Qingyu to get tired so quickly.

"Why don't you switch with her?" He Shen said, stopping the car with one long leg.

Xie Xixing jumped off the bike, grabbed Xie Qingyu's handlebars, and looked at her with a smile, "Lazy girl."

When Xie Qingyu got into the back of He Shen's car, she was still a little speechless.

Her physical condition is actually quite good, and riding a bike isn't too strenuous for her.

The roads nowadays are all dirt roads, unlike the smooth roads of later generations.

The palms of the riders' hands were itchy from the bumpy ride.

Xie Xixing rode the bike effortlessly despite his height. In fact, as if to highlight how weak Xie Qingyu's stamina was, Xie Xixing rode very fast, always staying ahead of the two of them.

"Do you still have the strength?" He Shen's voice came from the front, but Xie Qingyu couldn't hear it very clearly.

“There’s more,” Xie Qingyu replied.

"Then hold on to me, just in case you fall." He Shen's voice was very calm.

......

Xie Qingyu was surprised that He Shen could say these things without changing his expression. She glanced at Xie Xixing riding ahead, hesitated for a moment, and then reached out to hug He Shen's waist.

Perhaps because of the exercise he did during his time in the countryside, He Shen's body felt more toned.

A thin layer of fabric does not provide much insulation, but it does inspire a desire to explore.

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