Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 375

Chapter 375: Chapter 287: An Accidental Rift

Not far from the Zhang Family Courtyard, at the Chen family’s place, Huang Juan put on her coat, grabbed her wallet, and quickly headed out.

She just ran back to get money and inform the Zhang Family. She happened to meet Old Wang’s wife, and the three families could go together. With so many defective items, it didn’t matter who bought them.

Regardless of the Zhang Family’s background or Mother Zhang herself, she was happy to associate with them; they were kind-hearted people. The Zhang Family had good manners, and their children were well-behaved. Despite coming from a rural area, Mother Zhang didn’t smoke and loved cleanliness, which this Southerner appreciated. She hated it when older women smoked while visiting her home.

As Huang Juan walked out, she heard Aunt Wang chattering loudly.

She frowned slightly, then smiled and said, "Sister-in-law, let’s go quickly; if we’re late, all the good ones will be picked. The end of the year is near, and various departments are preparing New Year’s goods. Before stocking up, they always clear out defective items. Although they’re called defects, the quality is quite good. The fabric may have uneven colors, but it doesn’t affect usage."

"Oh, sister-in-law, I really must thank you. You were thoughtful to remember to bring me along. Sister, will bringing us affect you? If it does, don’t take us there. Let me know if there’s anything to be mindful of."

Huang Juan smiled even more, not greedy. She whispered, "It’s fine. It’s said to be an internal employee purchase, but who doesn’t have siblings? Just take whatever you fancy. If the money is insufficient, I’ve got some. I’ll go ask Jiao Jiao for more."

Aunt Wang also laughed softly and said, "Among us three, sister-in-law has the fullest wallet; just now, Jiao Jiao slipped me a handful."

"Sister-in-law and brother are truly blessed."

After speaking, Huang Juan didn’t say anything more. She meant it sincerely. How many families have such an accomplished eighteen-year-old son? It’s rare that Zhang Guoqing resolves all the parents’ worries for them.

Nowadays, is it that easy to find a job? Spending money and effort, owing favors, all taken care of by Zhang Guoqing. Such a clever person wouldn’t be unaware that this was a losing deal. No matter how close a brother is, he’s not closer than oneself. Yet for his parents, he didn’t say a word against it.

Mother Zhang followed Huang Juan into the warehouse behind the supply and marketing cooperative, where a few people were already picking things.

Huang Juan hurriedly pulled the two of them in, saw her colleagues inside, and smiled, "How’s it going? Are there many defects this time?"

"About the same as last time. Hurry up, those people will be here soon." A female colleague, about the same age as Huang Juan, waved her over.

Huang Juan immediately went up to pick things. Mother Zhang looked at the number of items in others’ hands and knew that the prices wouldn’t be too high, otherwise, who would be willing? She didn’t bother to ask Huang Juan again but moved to the fabric and yarn piles. She picked some fabric and yarn, knowing that Zhou Jiao had been knitting sweaters recently, and their household most likely had the least yarn. As for the fabric, if Zhou Jiao didn’t want it, it could go to her eldest daughter.

"Mom, how come you’re here?" Huang Cuilan followed her brother Huang Yaozong in, turned her head, and saw her mother-in-law. She was startled and exclaimed.

Huang Yaozong nudged her, smiling, "Auntie is here too. Wow, would Xiao Wu let you buy these?" Then he nudged Huang Cuilan forward, pointing to the defective items with his finger.

Mother Zhang looked at his expression, and her anger rose. What kind of talk was that? Would Xiao Wu let her buy these? Was he mocking her youngest son, or making fun of them? Didn’t he watch his words? He was about to be a grandfather, yet couldn’t control his mouth. She had really misjudged this person! The things Xiao Wu gave them might as well have been fed to the dogs.

Especially with the eldest, Xiao Wu went out of his way to arrange work for her husband without them spending a penny. And yet! When there was something good, she didn’t even inform Jiao Jiao. Not even as good as a neighbor.

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