Chapter 55: Qiao Xiangxiu Sells Quilts at the Rent Counter
Qiao Jinling suggested that she go to Qiao Xiangxiu's small restaurant to eat. After not eating for a few days, she was already craving for the noodles. Sun Huifang readily agreed. When the two of them arrived at "Xiangxiu Restaurant", they found that they had been ordered out.
What's going on!
Both mother and daughter were confused. Qiao Jinling vaguely guessed the reason, which was probably related to Zhang Mingyi's visit that day. Qiao Xiangxiu once said that she and Liu Fangzhou started this restaurant in partnership, and now Zhang Mingyi is intervening.
, I’m afraid it will be difficult to continue.
"Huifang, Lingling, why are you here free?"
Qiao Xiangxiu still had some procedures to complete, and as soon as he came over, he saw the mother and daughter standing at the door.
"Xiang Xiu, what's going on? The Haohao Restaurant is open, why is it closed?"
Sun Huifang was confused.
"It's nothing. I don't want to open it. The hotel is small and there are no people around. I can't go anywhere except in the hotel all day long."
In just a few days, Qiao Xiangxiu looked a lot more haggard. What she said was obviously not the truth. How could a woman who finally jumped out of the mud pit easily let go of a profitable business?
Her words made Qiao Jinling more certain of her guess. However, the second aunt refused to say anything, and it was difficult for others to ask in detail.
"Where is Jinfeng?"
"It's being packed at the counter."
"counter?"
"That's right! Thanks to Officer Gu's letter of introduction, we were able to rent a counter in the Red Star Shopping Mall. The location is a bit out of the way, but the rent is cheap, only 100 yuan a month."
When Qiao Xiangxiu said this, her eyes sparkled again. Qiao Jinling felt that this was no longer the second aunt who fell when the wind blew. People always learn to be strong from blow after blow.
"Xiang Xiu! Is it inconvenient for Jinfeng to be at your place now? If you have any difficulties, you must tell her. I can take her back again."
Sun Huifang was afraid that Qiao Jinfeng would cause trouble.
"No, I'm alone now. It's good to have Jinfeng here. I have no children myself, so I regard her as half a daughter. She is of the Qiao family's blood. What's more, she is smart and hardworking.
, she has helped me a lot, so just let her stay!"
Qiao Xiangxiu liked this niece from the bottom of his heart.
"Okay. If you have any problems, you must tell me. We are a family. If anything happens, don't bear it alone."
Sun Huifang took Qiao Xiangxiu's hand.
"Yeah, I got it."
Qiao Xiangxiu's eyes were filled with tears.
"Where do you live now? Take us there, warm the pot for you, and identify the door. We will know next time."
"Okay!"
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They first went to the counter of the Red Star Shopping Mall and recognized the place. It was only about one meter wide and had no corners. There was not much traffic. No wonder the rent only cost 100 yuan a month.
Qiao Jinfeng was pleasantly surprised when she saw them.
The group of people returned to the rental house. The place was small and dark. There were two large woven bags piled inside, probably for the goods on the counter. The remaining space was only a large bed and a table, which were filled with miscellaneous items.
There is also a smaller house for Qiao Jinfeng to live in.
"Second sister, what do you plan to sell at the counter?"
"I have a diner from the south. I asked him to bring in some silk quilt noodles. Look at it, it's beautiful."
Qiao Xiangxiu opened one of the woven bags and took out a bright red quilt with the word "happy" in it. The silver light was sparkling and exquisite, adding a touch of color to the dim cabin.
She put the quilt on her shoulders and showed it to Sun Huifang. The auspicious patterns of dragons and phoenixes shone brightly, making her look like a bride about to be married.
"It's really good. This is from Fujin, it's really beautiful."
Sun Huifang gently rubbed the quilt, fearing that the calluses in her hands would scratch the quilt. It was smooth and delicate, cool to the touch, shy and timid, which made people feel good.
"You still have the vision. This is the best Fujin. When Jinfeng and Lingling get married, I will definitely use this quilt cover to cover them with a new quilt weighing ten pounds of cotton to ensure that they cannot freeze."
Qiao Xiangxiu is yearning for it.
"Look at you, how old are your children, and you are still thinking about making dowries for them? I think I have to do it for you first. Tell me honestly, how are you and that Liu Fangzhou doing? When can we have your wedding?"
Sun Huifang didn't understand the situation and ignored Qiao Jinling's tugging on her clothes.
"Huifang, I have nothing to do with that Liu Fangzhou."
Qiao Xiangxiu's expression darkened, and he put the quilt into the woven bag, his throat rolling, and little tears could be seen in the dimness.
Sun Huifang quickly asked Qiao Jinfeng to take Qiao Jinling into the cabin. Not long after, she heard Qiao Xiangxiu's suppressed sobs.
"Sister Jinfeng, what's going on?"
"I don't understand either. That uncle came once and talked with the second aunt. Anyway, he just said that his daughter didn't agree and his mother didn't agree, so there was nothing he could do. I think he was bullying the second aunt!"
Qiao Jinfeng is not old enough to understand these emotions, so she can only simply judge whoever makes the second aunt cry, who is the bad guy.
"well!"
Qiao Jinling had nothing to say, and could only sigh. Regarding emotional matters, it was unclear whether he was a scumbag or not. They were all calculations of interests. Whoever invested more emotions would be at a disadvantage first.
She doesn't want to fall in love. Isn't it good to be beautiful alone?!
Qiao Xiangxiu over there gradually stopped crying and just let it out. Keeping it in your heart will make you sick. No matter how strong a person is, there are times when he is weak and needs comfort.
"Lingling, let's go home!"
Qiao Jinling heard her mother greeting her outside the house and ran out quickly. Qiao Xiangxiu's eyes were swollen like walnuts. He lowered his head and couldn't see clearly.
"Second sister, then you take good care of yourselves and we will go back."
Sun Huifang's words revealed concern.
"Okay, come and have a look at the counter when you have time."
"That's for sure."
The mother and daughter walked to the door and suddenly heard Qiao Xiangxiu ask: "By the way, Lingling, Second Aunt, I have something to ask you."
"What's going on?"
"On that day, when that woman came, did you see who wrote something and put it on the counter?"
Only then did Qiao Jinling remember the little poem "To the Oak" that she had copied. She had forgotten it originally, but was reminded by Qiao Xiang Xiuyi that she remembered it again. For a moment, she didn't know how to cover up this lie.
She can't say she wrote it herself.
"Uh, this, that, I didn't see it. Maybe it was written by the uncle in blue."
The figure of the diner in blue suddenly appeared in Qiao Jinling's mind, and he made up a random story.
"Brother Chen? How could it be him?"
Qiao Xiangxiu murmured to himself.
"Second sister, what are you talking about?"
"Oh, it's okay. The house is in a mess today and it's not convenient to cook. I'll make beef noodles for you later."
"Why are they all being polite to each other? Then we'll leave first."
With that said, Sun Huifang led Qiao Jinling and left. In fact, Qiao Jinling admired this aunt very much. She cut the mess quickly without being too entangled in her feelings. She had a new business so quickly, even if her feelings were hurt.
Don’t forget that making money is the most important thing.
Women, only with money in their hands can they have the confidence to fight against anything!
They also have to go back and knit hats quickly, make a lot of money, and have many orders.