eurekapd Chapter 221 Grandma's Thoughts
Chapter 221 Grandma's Thoughts
As for other things, she would not think about them too deeply for the time being until things developed further.
Besides, Xiaojiu is still young and doesn't know much about that aspect. Although she will give him some advice, she won't say too much.
When she couldn't sleep late at night, grandma had thought about it carefully and repeatedly - she couldn't protect Anjiu, and for a family like theirs, it would be easy to find a suitable candidate, but the probability was too, too small.
Xiaojiu looks good, but that's not necessarily a good thing. If she doesn't have any abilities, she will be bullied. Where can she seek justice?
Fortunately, Captain Pu moved in and lived next door. Those villains were afraid and didn't dare to come over and act wildly.
Otherwise, if something really happened, she would cry until her eyes went blind. Life was already hard, and now there was no hope. She might as well just jump with her granddaughter to find relief...
But when she saw Captain Pu's special care for Xiaojiu, her heart trembled, and she didn't know whether she was more happy or more afraid.
The only thing that comforted her was that Xiaojiu didn't understand and Pu Huai was reserved.
If he really wanted to do that, given his personality, he would have to go a very long way. By that time, Xiaojiu might have grown up and could make her own choice...
Grandma turned around and glanced at Xiaojiu, who was sulking inwardly but listening to the noise over here with her ears perked up. The hidden worry in her heart immediately disappeared, leaving only amusement.
Pu Huai: "You think too much. I don't care about these things. As long as I can eat hot meals, it's fine. Besides, everyone says that simple food is the most nourishing. I have always believed so."
An Jiu let out a sigh of relief, walked over and put the cup in front of him, and deliberately said: "Grandma is right. If Captain Pu has a bad stomach, it's best to drink more water while it's hot."
Hearing this, Pu Huai looked at her expressionlessly.
Grandma was so happy that she took out the dried fish she had exchanged yesterday and said she would give it to him when it was baked.
"Speaking of this matter," Pu Huai said calmly, "I have an idea, I wonder if you would agree with it."
Grandma sat up straight.
"We're about to start working in the mines. It's very physically demanding. I'll provide the rations. Please make one more meal tonight."
"Ah, this..." Grandma was surprised.
Although he was said to provide the food, in fact it also included food for himself and Xiaojiu.
But food is the most important thing for sixth-class citizens. Even if he is a capable captain, he still has to spend contribution points to buy food!
Why did he suddenly bring up this matter?
Could it be that...I heard her and Xiaojiu say last night that you won’t be hungry when you fall asleep?
Grandma suddenly realized, but didn't know whether she should refuse.
Just as he said, once the water level outside drops to a level that allows traffic to pass, tasks such as going down to the mines and going out will definitely begin.
Xiaojiu will also go to work on the first floor tomorrow, so she will probably not be back at noon. She will just have a quick bite there. If she can eat something when she comes back at night, at least she can sleep well and grow well...
"Grandma," Anjiu called her softly, "I've already told Captain Pu that we need to return the stove today."
After hearing this, grandma's wavering heart immediately leaned towards Pu Huai.
"Xiaojiu, you didn't tell me you were sending it back. I haven't even had time to clean it up yet. How can you be so reckless?"
Grandma turned to look at Pu Huai, her face full of embarrassment.
"Captain Pu, look at what's going on..."
Pu Huai took a sip of hot water, then raised his eyes, "I didn't agree."
"Ah? Ah, you didn't agree," Grandma breathed a sigh of relief and slapped Anjiu's arm, "Kid, your words don't count. Go play somewhere else."
"..." An Jiu was stunned for a moment, "Grandma?"
"I know what you mean, but this matter still depends on Captain Pu. The weather is getting colder and colder, so it's better to eat hot meals and drink hot water to avoid getting sick. This is not only for Captain Pu, but also for you and me."
Grandma pulled her behind her, obviously not allowing her to have a say in the matter.
Anjiu slowly looked out the window at the bright sun...
It has nothing to do with the word cold.
She faced Pu Huai straight on.
Very good, in ancient times, people used the emperor to control the princes, and now people use grandmother to suppress granddaughter to achieve personal goals!
Pinch her vitals? Remember that!
Where grandma couldn't see, Anjiu looked at Pu Huai with a slightly fierce look.
Seeing this, Pu Huai raised his eyebrows slightly, raised his head and drank the water in the cup, and smiled at her: "Thank you for your hard work, have another glass of wine."
Grandma looked back.
"..."
Okay, she finally understood that there was no way they could win on grandma's home turf.
"That's settled then. I'll bring the food over later. Also, you don't have to run over specially when you're done cooking. Just call me and I'll come over."
After saying this, Pu Huai stood up and left.
Before An had finished pouring his drink, he was gone. He put down the thermos bucket and turned to say to his grandmother, "Why did you agree? I refused when we were just over there."
I didn't expect Pu Huai to follow me, and I didn't expect that grandma and he reached a consensus.
Although she could understand the purpose of her grandmother's actions, she still felt complicated and powerless.
Grandma is right, she is also working hard, but it is still difficult for her to have enough food and clothing...
Grandma saw her frustration and couldn't help but hold her in her arms, stroking her uneven hair and coaxing her:
"Xiaojiu, don't think too much. Everything grandma does is for you. Captain Pu is a good person and is willing to help, so let's not refuse. You are the only person grandma can rely on, so I will definitely consider you in everything. As long as you are well, grandma will be well..."
Anjiu nestled quietly in her grandmother's arms, listening to her voice and feeling the warmth.
"Grandma, I have to take it slow."
The more anxious you are, the more likely problems are to arise.
They are too fragile and cannot withstand too much of a blow, so they can only proceed cautiously.
"Okay, grandma knows, let's take it slow. As long as we move forward step by step, our lives will definitely get better and better."
There was a noise coming from the iron door next door. Grandma let go of Anjiu. Seeing that her eyes were not red and she was not crying, she pinched her cheek lovingly and said in a voice that was almost whispered:
"Grandma will take care of some things and some reputations. You don't have to worry about anything or think about anything. Just follow your path."
"……Um."
"Go ahead, he's coming."
As soon as the two of them separated, Pu Huai pushed the door open.
He had a lot of things in his hands, which even surprised his grandmother.
"Why did you bring so many?"
Pu Huai keenly sensed that the atmosphere was not right, and glanced at Anjiu inconspicuously.
"These have been stored for a long time and are a little damp. Grandma An, please tell me what to do with them, otherwise they will be wasted."
My grandmother was most afraid of hearing that food would go bad if not eaten, so she quickly took an opened bag of rice, scooped up a handful and held it up to the sun.
"Oh, what a pity! It's all green and has bugs."
Grandma was extremely sad and really couldn't bear to see food being wasted.