Li Pengcheng wanted to take another look at Xia Zhi Bridge.

However, he did not dare to look back.

But he didn't expect that Xia Zhiqiao's clear and melodious voice suddenly sounded from behind, "Li Pengcheng, wait a moment!"

Li Pengcheng stopped immediately.

Suddenly he turned his head and looked at the Summer Solstice Bridge in surprise.

Xiaoqiao doesn't want to let him go either, Xiaoqiao still likes him.

However, I heard Xia Zhiqiao's calm and almost cold voice, "Give me back the pen."

Li Pengcheng's face turned red and he lowered his head to look at the pen pinned to his clothes.

After a few breaths, he took off the pen. It was a pen Xiaoqiao bought with the money he earned from copying books for others, and it was a Hero brand.

He was still hesitating, but Brother Xia snatched it away.

The furious Du Mei pulled her dazed son forward quickly.

Never dare to look back again.

Although the goal was achieved, the process was not at all what he and his son had discussed.

Damn that old man, with his elbows turned outward, she will definitely not be able to spare him when he comes home.

Du Mei's mind was buzzing, and she didn't know why it was like this.

Everyone has left, and the Xia family in the yard are looking at the Xia Zhi Bridge.

Xia Zhiqiao burst into laughter, laughing very happily.

She took the small bamboo basket and continued to pick cherries. As she picked, she said, "I'm going to make canned cherries later. By the way, parents, to celebrate that I cut my losses in time and didn't jump into the fire pit, let's eat meat for lunch."

Although Lu Tong was in a bad mood, seeing that his daughter was really not forcing a smile, he gradually became happy. He glared at Xia Zhiqiao and cursed, "I just finished eating beef sauce yesterday. I still want to eat meat today, but no!"

Xia Jin smiled and said, "It's rare that my Xiaoqiao wants to eat meat. Xiaonan, go buy a pound of meat."

Although Brother Xia is feeling depressed, but now that the matter has come to this, he looks like he can't bear to part with that bastard. Yes, he should buy some meat to celebrate.

He asked Lu Tong for meat tickets and money.

The eldest brother's salary was paid in full.

Lu Tong said he would not give it, but still went to the house to get a pound of meat stamps and money, and warned, "Don't buy the thin ones, buy the fat ones. The fatter the better, we will make dumplings for lunch."

Brother Xia nodded in agreement and rode his bicycle to the nearby grocery store.

There was a small vegetable garden behind Xia's house, growing ordinary vegetables. Lu Tong went to the backyard to pickle cabbage.

Dumplings filled with cabbage and pork are loved by everyone in the family.

Xia Zhiqiao picked cherries very quickly. In a short while, he picked half of the basket. I don’t have much rock sugar at home, so I guess I have to eat it today.

Canned cherries are the easiest to make, but even so, even if every family has several cherry trees, few people are willing to use rock candy to make canned food for their children.

However, Lu Tong would do it once every year to satisfy his craving.

Lu Tong held the cabbage and asked, "Xiaoqiao, can you make cans? Otherwise, don't do it..."

I only ordered rock candy, and it would take three months before I could buy any more.

It would be a lie to say that I don't feel bad.

Although life is not as difficult as in previous years, it is not much better.

"Mom, don't worry, I will do it." While talking, Xia Zhiqiao had already placed the washed cherries in a basin, sprinkled rock sugar on them, and then placed them in the iron pot in the kitchen to start steaming.

It won't take long, but there is no fan and the kitchen is very hot.

Nowadays, all wood used for cooking is cut into sections and bought from the firewood station. Even if it is used, it can be saved as much as possible.

After it's burning, put some coals on top.

There is a coal mine not far from Mo County, and coal is naturally supplied now.

It’s not time to buy and sell freely yet.

Xia Jin came in and said, "You go out, it's hot here, I'll just watch the fire." He paused and then said, "Xiaoqiao, go get the Advance magazine from the study."

I want to read a book and look at the fire at the same time.

Xia Zhiqiao stood up and was about to leave when Xia Jin spoke up, "Xiao Qiao, a person's life is like walking on another road. Sometimes it is a muddy path, which is very difficult to walk. Not only is it muddy, but there are also all kinds of

There are obstacles, but as long as you don’t give up and keep walking, you will see a wide road in front of you. You are still young and the road is long..."

Xia Zhiqiao naturally nodded vigorously, with a playful and relaxed expression, "Dad, I understand what you are saying. I won't be able to let go of this matter. My road is not only long, but also wide..."

They were able to playfully extend the topic, which made Xia Jin feel relieved.

Xia Zhiqiao brought him Advance Magazine, flipped through it casually, and casually asked Xia Jin, "Dad, haven't our Mo County launched a pilot program for household joint production contracting yet?"

Xia Jin took the magazine and said seriously, "There may be their considerations above. After all, there are just a few cases. We are originally an agricultural county with the largest land area in the province. If something goes wrong, what will happen to us?"

The farmers can’t explain it.”

Xia Zhiqiao actually asked casually, but at this time she was also very serious, because she suddenly remembered that at the end of this month, a clear message was conveyed from above, that is, rural reform is imperative.

But now, let alone Mo County, even the provincial capital has no movement at all.

Xia Zhiqiao knew that even though his father was just a mail and receipt clerk now, he had not given up on himself. He had a profound background after years of accumulation.

It's just that there's an opportunity missing.

Moreover, although Mo County belongs to C City, its geographical location is very special and it is very close to the capital. The current bus can arrive almost the same day.

Xia Zhi Qiao said, "Dad, do you think the household responsibility system is feasible?"

Xia Jin glanced at her daughter strangely. You must know that this child has never asked about this matter. However, she did not ask about the reason, but said seriously, "From the current stage, it can change the old farming method."

This method can also liberate and utilize the surplus labor in rural areas to the maximum extent. The most obvious thing is of course enthusiasm. No longer doing good or bad things, it should be truly more work and more gain..."

"Dad, do you think it can be implemented?"

Xia Jin did not answer immediately, but pointed to a piece of news in the magazine, "After this meeting, there should be a clear direction."

Xia Zhiqiao glanced at the magazine. Dad was really sharp. He was referring to the meeting at the end of the month.

Before Xia Zhiqiao could continue to ask, Xia Jin didn't want to discuss this topic with her daughter. He chased her away, "You are not needed here. Help your mother peel the onions."

Okay, she has to do this.

Because every time Lu Tong peeled a green onion, tears would flow down her face.

Xia Jin didn't want her daughter to be overheated, but she also didn't want her wife to cry because of the smell of green onions. Of course, Xiaoqiao peeling green onions was the most suitable choice between the two.

The eldest brother bought a big fat piece of meat.

Brother Xiangyang, who lives in the alley, works in a non-staple food store. He is a formal worker who has taken over. He has a good relationship with his eldest brother. They grew up together, went to the countryside together, and even returned to the city together. Every time he went to buy meat, his eldest brother could

Buy fat meat.

Fatty, with a little bit of lean meat.

This is the most obvious feature of the 1970s and 1980s.
Chapter completed!