RPAGF Chapter 14 Going to Town
Chapter 14 Going to Town
Lu Qingqing sat on the edge of the bed, her eyes fixed on the IV tube.
Until the transparent liquid was completely infused, drop by drop.
Her tense nerves finally relaxed, and she breathed a long sigh of relief.
Today really exhausted her.
First, I was busy handling all sorts of trivial matters.
Then a series of unexpected situations occurred.
They were under tremendous pressure, both physically and mentally.
At that moment, she felt as if all her strength had been drained, and she was utterly exhausted.
She slowly stood up, her legs feeling numb from sitting for so long.
He swayed before regaining his balance.
Dragging her heavy steps, Lu Qingqing walked to the bedside and collapsed onto it.
She was too lazy to even take off her clothes; all she wanted to do was close her eyes.
Get a good night's sleep and leave all your fatigue and worries behind.
Lu Qingqing pulled the blanket over herself casually.
The moment my head hit the pillow, I fell into a deep sleep.
The room was extremely quiet, with only the soft echo of her even breathing.
It seemed to be telling the story of her hard work and exhaustion that day.
After a good night's sleep, Lu Qingqing got up as soon as she heard the rooster crow.
She tiptoed into the kitchen and boiled a few eggs.
I was thinking that each of the children could eat two.
After cooking, she carefully brought the stone eggs along with them.
The other eggs were placed on the table inside the house.
She carried a basket on her back, held a stone in her hand, and strolled towards the village entrance.
Under the glow of the moonlight, two figures, one large and one small, appeared on the ground.
At first, Shi Tou was a little awkward, keeping his head down and not saying a word.
Lu Qingqing asked with a smile, "Shitou, are you happy to go to town with your mother?"
Stone retorted stubbornly, "Hmph, what's so exciting about it?"
Lu Qingqing wasn't annoyed and continued, "Mother knows that you little rascal are actually looking forward to it."
Stone couldn't help but mutter, "No, I didn't." But after a while,
She whispered, "This is the first time I've gone to town with you."
Lu Qingqing patted Shitou's head and said, "From now on, Mother will take you there often."
Shi Tou looked up at Lu Qingqing, and the corners of his mouth unconsciously turned up slightly.
When the two of them arrived at the village entrance, there were already two people sitting on the oxcart.
Lu Qingqing quickly carried the stone onto the oxcart, and then sat down next to it.
Lu Qingqing took the eggs out of the basket with a smile on her face.
He handed the egg to Stone and said gently, "Stone, eat the egg first to fill your stomach."
Stone's little face turned slightly red.
Although she still didn't call her "mother," she politely said, "Thank you."
Soon, everyone had arrived.
Grandpa Zhang, who was rushing to catch the bus, shouted, "Everyone sit down, let's go!"
The oxcart then began to sway and wobble as it started to move.
An older woman sitting on the oxcart laughed and teased the stone.
"Stone, what are you doing in town with your mother?"
Shi Tou pursed his lips and remained silent, while Lu Qingqing smiled and answered for him:
"Go sell some things and get some money to buy the kids some food and toys."
Another older woman added, "Oh, Qingqing, now that you're a mother, you know how to love your child."
Lu Qingqing nodded with a smile: "Of course, these children are so well-behaved, I love them just by looking at them."
As Shi Tou listened to everyone's conversation, he secretly glanced at Lu Qingqing.
My heart felt warm, and I held the egg tightly in my hand.
Lu Qingqing stroked the stone's head and said softly:
"Stone, eat quickly, it'll be a while before we get to town."
Shi Tou hesitated for a moment, then peeled the egg and ate it in small bites.
Along the way, Lu Qingqing chatted and laughed with everyone.
She vividly recounted the interesting stories of the village, making everyone laugh heartily.
An older woman who previously disliked Lu Qingqing couldn't help but say:
"Qingqing, your aunt had some misunderstandings about you before."
Now it seems you have a really good temperament!
Lu Qingqing responded with a smile:
Aunt Li, let's not dwell on the past. We'll need your help from now on!
Another middle-aged man chimed in, "Yes,"
And everyone knows that Lu Qingqing saved Dashan yesterday; that's quite an achievement!
Someone chimed in, "If Lu Qingqing knew medicine,
"Maybe I can even cure Yunlan in the future."
Lu Qingqing replied, "I will do my best."
"One day, Yunlan will wake up."
Everyone nodded in agreement; who could disagree?
Everyone chatted away, and time flew by.
Before they knew it, it was already broad daylight, and Grandpa Zhang's oxcart had arrived in town.
Grandpa Zhang shouted to everyone, announcing the time he would return:
"Listen up, everyone! We'll meet here at Shenshi (3-5 PM). Don't be late for our return trip!"
The people all agreed and went about their own business.
Lu Qingqing, carrying herbs on her back and holding Shi Tou's hand, also blended into the bustling crowd.
Stone was stunned by the lively scene in the town.
With wide eyes, it looked around curiously.
The enthusiastic calls of vendors echoed from both sides of the street.
"Freshly baked buns, steaming hot!"
"Sweet and crunchy candied hawthorns!"
The calls for steamed buns and candied hawthorns made Shi Tou's mouth water.
He stared at the vendor selling candied hawthorns, and couldn't help but lick his lips.
But he knew in his heart that his family had no money.
Even if he has money, his stepmother might not necessarily buy it for him.
Lu Qingqing's heart softened when she saw the drool at the corner of Shi Tou's mouth.
Squat down and gently speak to the stone:
"Let's go sell herbs first, and then we'll use the money to buy you something delicious."
Shi Tou looked at Lu Qingqing with some skepticism and muttered under his breath:
"Really?" Lu Qingqing smiled and nodded, patting his head.
Afterwards, Lu Qingqing began asking passersby where there was a pharmacy.
She stopped an elderly woman carrying a shopping basket and politely asked:
"Excuse me, ma'am, where is the pharmacy in this town?"
The old lady answered kindly:
"Young lady, the pharmacy is on another street. Look, there's a small alley next to the grain and oil shop up ahead."
You walk through the alley and you'll reach another street.
There are two larger pharmacies on the other street.
One was called Huichuntang, and the other was called Wanhetang.
Lu Qingqing listened to the old woman's detailed directions,
She thanked me repeatedly, saying, "Thank you, Auntie! Thank you, Auntie!"
Lu Qingqing took Shi Tou's hand and said with a smile:
"Come on, Stone, Mother will take you there. Let's go ask if they buy herbs."
Lu Qingqing, carrying the stone, followed the path the old woman had pointed out.
They successfully arrived at another street.
This street is much more bustling than the previous one.
Lu Qingqing carefully observed the shops around her and quickly noticed the differences between the two streets.
The previous street was mainly occupied by vendors, with their calls rising and falling in waves.
The bustling crowds created a lively and vibrant atmosphere.
The street in front of us, however, has a more grand and sophisticated decor.
Look at that fabric shop; exquisite fabrics are hung neatly at the entrance.
The vibrant colors are eye-catching;
The jewelry shops were even more dazzling with jewels.
The dazzling jewels shone with a mesmerizing light in the sunlight;
The signboard of the money exchange was solemn and dignified, which made people trust it.
The restaurant is towering, with carved beams and painted rafters, as if telling the story of the delicious food inside;
The entrance to the brokerage firm was bustling with people, all of whom were customers buying and selling houses and land.
Inside the stationery shop, the air is filled with the fragrance of ink, and the exquisite paper and pens exude a unique charm.
Lu Qingqing kept clicking her tongue in amazement as she walked.
Stone looked around curiously, and the decorations and arrangements of these scenes caught his eye.