Reborn in 1979, with a female educated youth lying next to me.

Zhou Caixia's words left Liu Jia speechless.

That's just how it is these days.

Especially for older people, their ideas are deeply ingrained.

Although they keep saying that times have changed and our thinking should change accordingly, when things happen, they still instinctively act according to their previous ideas.

Just like Old Su.

Their daughter was already very outstanding, but Old Su and his wife still only had eyes for their son.

It was precisely because of this that Su Xiangxiu's tragedy occurred.

When Zhou Caixia asked her this question, Liu Jia could only give a general answer: "With such a strong push for policy promotion right now, things will definitely change in the future."

"Third Brother, I'm finding it increasingly difficult to understand what you're saying. Just because a policy is strong doesn't mean people will follow it."

"Yes, even if the older generation is less able to accept new things, we can. When it comes to our generation, a lot will definitely change!"

Seeing Liu Jia's confident expression, Zhou Caixia gave a wry smile.

"Do we have to rely on our generation to change things? How many years will it take for the idea of ​​gender equality to become widespread?"

Liu Jia was completely speechless.

In this matter, I cannot argue unreasonably, nor can I speak carelessly.

Neither man spoke.

Liu Jia's stomach started growling.

If it weren't for what happened at Old Su's house, he might still be drinking with Zhou Fengshou right now!

It really is a case of things not going as planned.

The thought had just flashed through Liu Jia's mind when Zhou Caixia suddenly took a step toward him.

"Third Brother, why did they bury the person so hastily?"

After thinking for a moment, Liu Jia decided to tell Zhou Caixia everything she had just heard.

“They said Su Xiangxiu was young and did not die a natural death. Suicide or car accident are considered bad deaths.”

“People like this cannot be buried in the ancestral grave, otherwise their parents will be affected.”

"It seems that we have to wait three years, until an elderly person in the family passes away, before we can move their graves to the ancestral graves."

"Actually, it's quite pitiful."

If you suffer all kinds of grievances while you are alive, and you can't even be buried in your own family's cemetery after you die, what is that if not pitiful?

When speaking, Liu Jia tries his best to avoid expressing personal emotions.

But Zhou Caixia, who was on the other side, kept pouting after hearing this.

So many people long for such a wonderful daughter, yet she's worthless in the Su family. I really don't know what they're thinking.

Before she knew it, Zhou Caixia was thinking of herself again.

People are really different. If she didn't make comparisons, Zhou Caixia wouldn't have known that there were such big differences.

They have two daughters and no sons, but their father treats her and her sister exceptionally well.

Compared to this, aren't I much happier?

Zhou Caixia didn't know how to find her balance, but after talking with Liu Jia for a while, her expression finally improved somewhat.

"Caixia, you should go back now. There's nothing for you to do here."

"Aren't you going home? We haven't even eaten yet!"

Zhou Caixia was hungry, thinking that Liu Jia must feel the same way at this time.

"I'm fine. I'll stay here a little longer tonight and grab something to eat later."

I thought I could just peel bamboo shoots and eat meat dumplings, but I never expected to encounter something like this.

Nobody wanted this to happen, but it has already happened, so we have to keep going.

After Zhou Caixia left, Liu Jia turned around and went to Old Su's house.

The entire courtyard was shrouded in a somber atmosphere. Next, everyone proceeded with the follow-up activities as arranged by Zhou Fengshou.

Su Xiangxiu was eventually buried.

He was indeed buried in a small grove of trees.

Liu Jia didn't have many feelings about this matter.

Just hearing other people's exclamations is enough.

When Liu Jia got home, he was surprised to find dumplings on the table.

"Caixia brought these over. She said you didn't get to eat dumplings the other day, so she specially saved some for you. Let me heat them up for you!"

As Zhang Guilan was talking, she picked up the dumplings and was about to walk towards the kitchen, but Liu Jia stopped her.

"Mom, I'm not hungry, you don't need to bother."

Zhang Guilan stopped in her tracks, a hint of heaviness creeping across her face.

"Child, Xiangxiang, that girl, it's such a pity. Everyone may not say it, but we all know it perfectly well."

"The Su family really made things difficult for Xiangxiang."

"This child's actions can be seen as a form of liberation."

They didn't know what to say.

As the old saying goes, even an upright official finds it difficult to settle family disputes.

If they don't say anything in their own home, what right do they have to say anything?

This happened just before I was about to go to university; most people wouldn't want to see this happen.

Thinking of the hypocritical behavior of Old Su and his wife, Liu Jia suddenly let out a cold snort.

"Now that's all that's left at home, they can cherish their precious son!"

"That's called being unable to see things clearly. Both sons and daughters are equally loved. Even if there's some favoritism, it's not enough to drive your daughter to her death. If Xiangxiang goes to university and has a bright future, won't her son benefit from it too?"

Zhang Guilan shook her head.

It's something that even outsiders can figure out, but Old Su and his wife just can't understand it. I really don't know what to say.

Back then, only two people from Xili Village were admitted to university, and Liu Yutian even discussed with Old Su what to do about the banquet.

Now look what's happened. I've already spent all the money, and my daughter is gone too.

Let them feel sorry for themselves!

Zhang Guilan is not a talkative person. Even if something unbelievable happens in the village, she will not talk about it too much.

This time, Zhang Guilan said quite a lot.

It's really because I feel sorry for her.

I don't have a daughter myself, so I think everyone else's daughter is wonderful.

Xiangxiang was such a sensible girl, yet she ended up like this. Zhang Guilan's nose started to sting whenever she thought about it.

“Mother, everyone has their own ending, and everyone has their own path to walk. Perhaps, just as you said, this is the best relief.”

After comforting Zhang Guilan, Liu Jia sat with her for a while before going to the factory.

I'll be leaving in just a couple of days, and to be honest, I'm really going to miss it.

But in Liu Jia's heart, there was more longing for the future.

Another day passed.

Liu Jia's things have been packed.

Looking at the large pile of items in front of him, Liu Jia frowned deeply.

"Why are you preparing so much? It's over two hundred miles away, Mother. How am I supposed to take it all? This preparation looks like you're fleeing a disaster."

As soon as Liu Jia finished speaking, Zhang Guilan rolled her eyes at him.

"What are you saying? How can you say such unlucky things? You're bringing honor to your family, you're going to university!"

Liu Jia couldn't stop smiling.

In those days, in the eyes of the villagers, being able to go to university was indeed a glorious thing, bringing honor to their ancestors.

To be honest, Liu Jia felt uncomfortable every time he heard people say that.

Even though these words came from Zhang Guilan, Liu Jia still scratched his head awkwardly.

"Mom, it's true that I'm going to university. I don't care about the family background."

Zhang Guilan was taken aback, then looked at Liu Yutian beside her.

Liu Yutian chuckled and said, "Okay, whatever you say goes. Is the car really arranged?"

"Okay, Brother Jun has made sure he'll come to find me, and then we'll go to university together to register."

Liu Yutian knew that the "Brother Jun" Liu Jia mentioned was Guo Xiaoyan's older brother, Guo Jianjun.

A complex feeling welled up inside me.

Liu Yutian never expected that, despite his intention to sever all ties with the Guo family, they would still reconnect with him.

I felt my idea was pretty good, but fate just wouldn't cooperate, so there was nothing I could do.

Let them contact each other if they want; there's nothing I can do about it. I just hope they all go smoothly in the future and that nothing else goes wrong.

The next morning, Guo Xiaoyan got up at five o'clock.

After washing up, Guo Xiaoyan looked at herself in the mirror again.

I can't make too much noise, because my parents haven't gotten up yet, otherwise it will disturb their rest.

However, there was no movement from Guo Jianjun's room, which puzzled him.

Just two days ago, Guo Jianjun confidently told himself that he wouldn't be late for reporting for duty, but now he's sleeping so soundly.

Didn't he set an alarm yesterday?

Guo Xiaoyan frowned slightly and tiptoed to Guo Jianjun's bedroom.

Just as he was about to raise his hand to knock on the door, Guo Jianjun's door suddenly opened.

"Oh my god, bro, you scared me!"

Guo Xiaoyan's heart was pounding in her throat. Guo Jianjun smiled, reached out, and gently stroked her nose.

"I knew you were a scaredy-cat, why are you up so early?"

"I can't sleep. Aren't I supposed to report for duty today? You..." Guo Xiaoyan wanted to continue, but she suddenly froze halfway through her sentence.

Guo Jianjun smiled smugly.

"Go ahead and do your thing. I'm all packed. I'll go out for a bit, and we'll be leaving soon."

"What? You're going out? Didn't we agree on this already? You were supposed to take me to register today, how come you have something urgent to do?"

Guo Xiaoyan's words were full of dissatisfaction, and she even stomped her feet twice while speaking, clearly indicating that she was extremely angry.

"Don't worry, it won't delay your business. It's only a few o'clock now, I'll be back in a bit!"

As he was speaking, Guo Jianjun was about to walk out, but Guo Xiaoyan took the first step and grabbed his arm.

"No, you have to explain to me clearly where you're going! Otherwise, I won't let you go."

Guo Xiaoyan pouted, her cheeks puffed out.

"Hey, how come you're so strong? Where do you get so much strength, you girl? Let go now, or don't blame me if it gets too late."

Guo Xiaoyan raised her head and stared sharply at Guo Jianjun.

Guo Jianjun immediately gave in.

"Alright, it's fine to tell you. I'm going to Sanzi Street in Xili Village. Once he arrives, I'll take you two to university together."

In an instant, Guo Xiaoyan, holding Guo Jianjun's hand, lost all her strength.

I never expected Guo Jianjun to have this idea, and what's infuriating is that I didn't even know.

"When did this happen? Why didn't you tell me beforehand?"

Guo Jianjun glanced around, then lowered his voice and said, "What did I say back then? I said I'd tell you it was you, then I pouted and walked away. You were the one who said you wouldn't ask!"

Guo Xiaoyan was completely bewildered.

Did I really say that?