The Girl Who Dared to Blossom

CHAPTER 19

There are good people and bad people at every age.

China had an outbreak of people smugglers in the 1980s.

So Mingyue Needed to practise care. She gave the excited middle-aged woman a small smile and nodded, saying, "Yes."

The woman smiled widely and said, "This is your mother, right? And the other one is your sister? Oh, she's so small, pale, and very cute,"

With a small smile, Mingyue said, "Thank you," and gave Xiumei a cup of water. "Mom, have some water."

With clear anger, the woman turned to face Xiumei and commented, "Big sister, you're so fortunate to have such a filial daughter. I really envy you."

With her vast experience and exposure, Mingyue was able to discern that the middle-aged woman's jealousy was real.

She was truly jealous of her.

Xiumei also smiled softly, saying, "This child has always been obedient. But you look younger than me, don't you?" or something similar.

Why would the woman, who looked to be in her thirties, call her big sister?

The middle-aged woman, pleased that she looked young, said, "I'm already 45 this year."

Xiumei was surprised to see the middle-aged woman and asked, "45?"

At just 36 years old, Xiumei was a full seven years younger than me! However, Xiumei looked to be at least ten years older!

"Yes," the middle-aged woman nodded, "I came to visit my daughter who got married and moved to Dam Village this year. I'm 45 years old."

Village of Dam.

Xiumei was deeply acquainted with these three words and asked, "Dam Village? Is your daughter Su Nianwang's wife?"

Su Nianwang was the only person in Dam Village with a city girl as a wife, despite the village's size.

"Yes, yes, and yes," quickly nodded the middle-aged woman. "My son-in-law is Su Nianwang. My daughter is called Angie, and my surname is Sui. Are you guys from Dam Village too?"

The only other early college student in the village was Su Linwang. He was now hired by the county. In the past, while he was studying in Beijing, he returned with a city girl to marry, making the Su family happy and making the locals jealous.

In those days, it was thought more respectable to have a college student in the family than a president.

As compared to later, when college students were widely available.

But the middle-aged woman's eyes were empty of any hint of pride when she brought up Su Nianwang.

quickly raising her eyes, "Elder sister, your surname is Ni too? My surname is also Ni. I used to live in Dam Village. After my divorce, I wanted to take my daughter to see Beijing."

Xiumei felt Shufench more at ease and an unconscious smile appeared on her face when she realised that the middle-aged woman's daughter was also married in Dam Village and that the middle-aged woman's surname was Ni.

Happily conversing, the two women soon shared details of their lives with one another.

It turned out that the middle-aged woman was a Beijing native who lived in the suburbs by the name ofPing. Her only child, Angie, was married far away, and her husband perished in an automobile accident many years ago. When she mentioned Su Nianwang, it was because of this that there was a lack of pride.

"Big sister, life isn't easy for a single woman like us, do you have a place to stay in Beijing?" Xiumei caught Ping's attention as she asked.

She understood the difficulties faced by a single mother, particularly one with two small children, having never married. What would be her future means of subsistence?

With a dejected expression, Xiumei shook her head and said, "Not yet, we'll just have to take it one step at a time."

After giving it some thought,Ping remarked, "I live in the Beijing suburbs, and my house is fairly large. In addition, there are a few farms, and nobody else is there but me. Every day, I have to take the train to work in the city. You can stay at my house first if you trust me, and after you're settled in, we can discuss the rent."

This offer was made by Ping for two reasons.

First of all, her home had grown chilly and empty following the passing of her husband and the daughter's marriage. She was subjected to various lies on a regular basis for psychological reasons. It would be nice to have some warmth and company in the house.

She could also get paid some rent. These three were also truthful, had a transparent history, and Ping would be comfortable with them remaining. Considering that these were two women, nobody in the town would discuss them.

One stone, two birds.

After speaking, Ping swiftly removed her work permit and introduction letter out of fear that Xiumei and Mingyuewould believe she was a fraud. "Here is my letter of introduction and work permit. Big sister, don't worry, I'm not phoney."

Ping was telling the truth, and Mingyue, who had seen a wide range of people in her past lives, knew this. "Since Aunt Mingyue has invited us so warmly, we would be rude to refuse," she said, laughing.

Beijing was the intended target for Mingyue. For now, she was unable to afford a home in the city. Additionally, dealing with city government issues was more difficult. It was a great place to live, with convenient transport and quick access to the city, the suburbs. In the future, when she had more money, she would buy several Beijing houses. She recalled that in the future, houses in Beijing would become extremely expensive. Xiumei could then only be an owner.

She intended to purchase Ping's home. They would rent it initially and then search for suitable houses in the neighbourhood if she wasn't ready to sell.

That was the most crucial thing to have.

Ping realised that Mingyue was the one who had actually made the decisions in this situation after hearing this. "Okay, then, we have a settlement. You and your mother are welcome to move in with me. You can stay longer if you think it's appropriate."

Her tone was very measured, as if staying longer would only be appropriate. They would have to leave if it wasn't.

Naturally, money would be used to determine whether it was acceptable or not.

"All right," Mingyue grinned and nodded.

The train moved quickly, reaching Beijing Station at about eight o'clock in the evening.

Ping remarked, "It's past time. Let's pick a place to stay, an inn. We can depart early tomorrow."

"Okay, we'll do as you say," Mingyue nodded while still holding Ni Yun.

Beijing was a place Ping was familiar with. She led the trio to a lodging place. Mingyue Was adamant about paying for Ping's room at the desk as well. Ultimately, she would be residing with Ping along with her mother and sister.

The mare runs on money.

She was good at winning people over with money when Mingyue was in charge.

Ping's smile got even softer as Mingyue handed over the cash, as was to be expected. It seemed now that she didn't have to worry about whether these two would be able to pay the rent, which had been her concern earlier.

Compared to Tongcheng County, Beijing's inns were of a far higher calibre and were also far more equipped. There was even a black and white TV in a basic room.

"Yangyang, is this a TV?" Xiumei appeared shocked as she stood next to the bed.

Mingyue nodded, flicked on the TV, and a scene appeared on the screen right away. Singing opera arias, the individuals on screen were dressed in traditional opera attire.

"City people are very intelligent. This small box can accommodate so many people. Is 'Fairy Couple' being played by them? On the stage in our village, I heard it." Xiumei then began to hum along with the TV song.