Chapter 296 I Like Helping People
During this period, Jia Zhang was actually in a pretty good mood.
To be honest, ever since her son Jia Dongxu passed away, there are only her and Banggeng left in the entire West House. The daily expenses for the mother and daughter are not that high, and her salary at the steel rolling mill is not only enough to cover their expenses, but she even has some surplus every month.
Now, Jia Zhang is looking forward to her son Banggeng growing up healthily day by day. In a few years, she can retire gloriously and enjoy her old age.
Yes, everything is afraid of comparison.
Originally, Jia Zhang thought that her family was the most miserable one in the entire courtyard.
But ever since Xu Damao's wife cheated on her husband in the backyard, Jia Zhang suddenly became much more open-minded.
Although he lost his eldest son, Jia Dongxu's life was exhausting, and his death would be a relief for both of them. Look at the Xu family, they are living a much worse life than himself.
His wife cheated on him and remarried, and Xu Damao is infertile. He will be a lonely man in the future with no one to support him in his old age. It's miserable just thinking about it.
At least I still have Banggeng to be filial to!
But now, looking at He Yushui and Yu Haitang, Jia Zhang's happiness disappeared in an instant.
The He family is developing better and better, and their prosperity is increasing year by year.
Look, not only has he bought a brand new bicycle, but even his daughter, He Yushui, has found a job as a teacher and will be able to find a good marriage in the future. Who wouldn’t envy such a life!
"mother!"
While I was in a daze, I heard the sound of a stick coming from not far away.
At this time, He Daqing was cooking. With the door open, the aroma of food filled the air in the house.
He Yushui and Yu Haitang, also with Xiao Yulin, were eating a candied haws each in the yard. Seeing this scene, Bang Geng immediately became greedy.
"Mom, I want to eat candied haws, too!"
Bang Geng swallowed and looked at Jia Zhang eagerly.
Jia Zhang, "..."
"Eat whatever you want!"
Jia Zhang was already feeling depressed. When she heard this, she became even more angry. She glared at her son and raised her voice in an especially high voice.
"Your body is not fully developed yet, so you can't eat sweets. Otherwise, your teeth will get damaged and you may not be able to find a wife!"
The voice was very loud, obviously meant for He Yushui and Yu Haitang to hear.
Bang Geng said,
"What's the use of a wife? Xu Damao married a wife, but she ran away with another man!"
Jia Zhang, "..."
"If you don't get punished for three days, you'll tear off the roof, idiot. Is your butt itchy?"
Jia Zhang looked at her son coldly.
"That's enough. I don't dare. I won't eat it. That's all!"
Bang Geng sighed helplessly, turned around and ran away again.
There is only him and Jia Zhang at home, it is so boring, not as interesting as the friends outside!
On the other side, He Yushui and Yu Haitang looked at each other in bewilderment when they saw this scene.
Immediately, there was a burst of laughter and everyone started laughing.
"What's going on with this family?"
Yu Haitang gossiped curiously.
This was only her second time to come to the courtyard, so she didn't know much about the neighbors here.
"It's a long story."
He Yushui glanced at Jia Zhangshi, seeming to want to say something but stopping himself.
"Go ahead, go ahead! I have nothing to do now anyway!"
Yu Haitang became more and more curious.
"Okay, let's go to the backyard and talk!"
He Yushui also didn't like to say bad things about others behind their backs, but when Yu Haitang questioned her, she felt a little uncomfortable and so she pulled Yu Haitang to the backyard to talk in private.
As for He Daqing, He Daqing was the head chef, He Yuzhu stood beside him to assist, Qin Huairu, Tao Huilan, Xu Huizhen and others stood aside to help with some small chores.
There are too many people in the family, and on average, each person can't do much work.
But they just like to gather around He Daqing, chatting while working. This feeling is particularly warm.
"Daqing, Yu Shui has become a teacher. Our Central Academy has produced a cultured person."
Tao Huilan's face was full of emotion.
"Yes."
Xu Huizhen stood aside and said with a smile,
"I have always admired intellectuals. I never thought He Yushui would become a teacher. Our family is getting better and better!"
Qin Jingru curled her lips.
"It's good to be a cultured person. Teachers are very popular. I guess matchmakers will have to come to our house in the future."
As soon as these words were spoken, the room suddenly burst into laughter.
Three women make a drama. Now that so many women have gathered in He Daqing's house, it would be strange if it wasn't lively!
Everyone was chatting and busy at work, and soon a table full of sumptuous dinner was ready.
Qin Huairu considerately went to the backyard and called He Yushui and Yu Haitang over. The whole family sat at the table with smiles on their faces.
As the head of the family, He Daqing stood up and spoke first.
"Today's theme is to celebrate He Yushui's successful graduation and joining Red Star Primary School. Come on, let's have a toast!"
As he spoke, he picked up the wine glass and looked at everyone.
"cheers!"
In front of each person, there was a glass filled with wine. Normally, not many people would drink, but today was a special day. Everyone stood up and drank it all in one gulp.
"Rainwater, say something!"
He Daqing sat down with a smile and turned to look at his daughter He Yushui.
"I?"
He Yushui was stunned and felt a little embarrassed for a moment.
"I don't know what to say."
He Yushui Road,
"But I'm very happy. Thank you, Dad, thank you, Huairu's mom, and thank you, my good brother. Without you, there would be no He Yushui today. Come, this glass of wine, I toast to everyone!"
As he spoke, He Yushui poured a glass of wine and drank it all in one gulp.
What she said was quite true.
Her biological mother died early, and He Daqing had been hooking up with the White Widow, which made her feel very unhappy.
Later, He Daqing married a stepmother for them. They thought they would be ostracized and looked down upon, but unexpectedly, Qin Huairu had always taken good care of them over the years, and He Daqing did not forget about them after getting married.
Moreover, as He Yuzhu's brother, he takes care of her in everything. Having such a warm big family, He Yushui feels really happy.
Thinking of this, He Yushui couldn't help but shed tears.
"Hey, it's a great day, don't shed tears."
He Daqing patted her shoulder and smiled at everyone.
"There's a table full of food, everyone, enjoy your meal!"
As soon as the words were spoken, everyone burst into laughter.
Yu Haitang, who was sitting next to him, also picked up the wine glass and said to He Yushui,
"Yushui, come on, let's do one. I wish our work goes smoothly and gets better and better!"
"Uh-huh."
He Yushui nodded, wiped her tears, and drank one with Yu Haitang.
After these words were spoken, everyone looked at Yu Haitang.
He Daqing said with concern,
"Haitang, you also went to the steel mill. How was the situation? Are you adapting well?"
Yu Haitang smiled and said,
"The steel mill is pretty good. The people in the Propaganda Department are very welcoming to me, and they provide meals. I went there for a bite at noon, and it tasted pretty good. But..."
Yu Haitang sighed.
"Because I'm a new employee, there's no extra dormitory for me in the factory..."