Chapter 294 Qi Panqiu presents a silver bracelet to two families for engagement
Chapter 294 Qi Panqiu presents a silver bracelet to two families for engagement
The rosy and shiny braised pork exudes a rich meaty aroma, making people salivate.
Qi Panqiu sat next to Liu Xianghua, took a breath, and praised: "My uncle's braised pork is so delicious! It tastes just as good as my dad's."
"Your father is a great chef. My cooking skills can't compare to his." Chen Feng said modestly: "Even your Junshan is better than me."
"That's because you like him, haha..."
Guo Junyue walked into the main room with cigarettes, alcohol, tea and candy and placed them on the table.
Qi Panqiu pointed at the things and said to Chen Aiguo, "Brother, I asked before coming here. An engagement requires cigarettes, alcohol, tea, and candy. In addition, we need to buy cakes, fish, meat, and noodles.
I've got everything: cigarettes, alcohol, tea, and candy! It's just those four things left that are a little inconvenient to bring. I'll convert them into cash and food coupons and give them to you."
As he spoke, Qi Panqiu took out a handkerchief from his pocket and put it on the table.
"Sister-in-law, we're not that particular at home. As long as we have all the necessary supplies, like cigarettes, alcohol, tea, and candy, we're content. We don't want any money or food coupons, so keep them quickly."
Chen Feng was very satisfied with Chen Aiguo's answer and agreed with a smile: "Panqiu, listen to your eldest brother and put away the money and food coupons. Junshan has been giving us a lot of money here."
Qi Panqiu insisted on not giving it, so Chen Shuning smiled and picked up the handkerchief and stuffed it into Qi Panqiu's hand: "Aunt, the gifts you brought are already very generous! We don't want these.
I value Brother Guo as a person, not because of your family's wealth. Why would you accept so many things? What would that mean?"
"This is the rule of engagement. I can't let you down!"
"Aunt, I know you care about me, and I will have to trouble you in the future. Put the things away, and consider it as your advance payment for living expenses. When I feel hungry in the future, I will go to your place to improve my diet."
Qi Panqiu sighed, "You are such a simple-minded kid. If it were any other girl, she would have put it away long ago! Okay, I won't argue with you."
After putting the handkerchief away, Qi Panqiu took out a red handkerchief from her purse. The red handkerchief was folded neatly, and when it was opened, it turned out to be a bracelet.
"When I got married, my parents gave me a pair of silver bracelets and a silver locket as a dowry. The silver locket was given to Junyue, and the two bracelets were given to Shuning and Xiaoyun respectively. Shuning, you must accept this bracelet."
Guo Junyue advised, "Shuning, please accept it! My sister-in-law and I have already accepted it, so you can't refuse it."
Qi Panqiu took Chen Shuning's hand and put the silver bracelet on her personally. She looked left and right and said with a smile, "It's great to be young. Look how beautiful Shuning looks in this bracelet!"
"It's beautiful," Li Zhen praised. "This bracelet is quite heavy, and the pattern is beautiful. Did you make it yourself, or was it handed down from your ancestors?"
Qi Panqiu explained, "My parents paid someone to make these. I've been hiding these things for over a decade. It's not easy to keep them."
She raised her eyes and asked, "Shuning, this bracelet is a bit old-fashioned, do you like it?"
"I like it!" Chen Shuning said in a clear voice and smiled, "Auntie, I like this style. This kind of bracelet is hard to find now. Don't worry, I will keep it well."
This was Qi Panqiu's dowry, and it held a special meaning for her. Although it belonged to Chen Shuning now, she would definitely be heartbroken if Chen Shuning really wanted to change the style.
Qi Panqiu showed a satisfied look on his face, nodded and said, "Shuning, our family has enough money to buy jewelry. When we get to Beijing, I will buy you new models."
In the past, when the situation was tense, Qi Panqiu didn't dare spend her money even if she had one. But now it's different. The policies have been much more relaxed, and she doesn't have to worry anymore.
"Auntie, that's enough! I have hands and feet, and I can earn money to buy anything I like."
Chen Shuning didn't want to embarrass Qi Panqiu. Guo Junshan had mentioned that his older brother was already married. If Qi Panqiu bought jewelry for her, how could she leave out Qi Xiaoyun's share? Besides, there was also Guo Junyue!
"Brother, sister-in-law, how come the child you raised is so sensible? Look at my Junyue, I worry about her endlessly."
"Mom, what's wrong with me?" Guo Junyue put down her chopsticks and said angrily, "I'm fine."
"Auntie, my sister is so outstanding!" Chen Shuning looked at Guo Junyue with admiration and said with a smile: "Just based on my sister's looks and figure, if she were on a TV show, she would definitely be a big star."
"Shuning, you have good taste!" Guo Junyue held her head high, looking proud, and jokingly said, "Mom, you have bad taste."
Qi Panqiu shook her head, a look of helplessness on her face. Then she changed the subject and said, "Brother, I want to return to Beijing a few days early. I want Shuning and Jiawang to stay at my house for two days and get to know their relatives."
Chen Aiguo nodded and replied, "It's okay to leave a few days earlier. School starts around the same time, and if we leave together, the train will definitely be very chaotic."
"I'll hurry up and make the baby's quilt tomorrow." Liu Xianghua showed some reluctance and continued, "Jiawang hasn't come back yet, and the clothes haven't been packed..."
"Auntie, just ask Shuning and Jiawang to pack their clothes." Guo Junyue smiled and said, "My grandma has already prepared the bedding!
"The quilts are thin in spring and autumn, and thick in winter. My grandma made one for me. Shuning has one, Jiawang has one too, so you don't have to worry."
Qi Panqiu added, "You don't need to bring a washbasin, thermos, toothbrush, towel... You just need the two of them to come back with me."
Liu Xianghua and Chen Aiguo looked at each other and did not reject Qi Panqiu's kindness.
"Aiguo, go to the train station tomorrow and buy your ticket! And call the second one back."
"Well, I'll go there tomorrow and bring some flour to Jiaxing."
"Brother and sister-in-law, Junshan has someone buy the train tickets! It's Comrade Sun Yuanchao from the Public Security Bureau. He'll deliver it to you in a couple of days."
"You guys are so thoughtful! We just need to have two children, and don't worry about anything else. What can I say? Sister-in-law..."
"Sister-in-law, you don't have to be polite to me. Our two families are friends who have shared life and death. In the past, when things were so difficult, you were able to protect my father-in-law. Now that you have a heavy burden, it is only right for us to help."
Qi Panqiu waved his hands repeatedly, raised his glass and said, "The wine is all there is to it. I'm happy today, so I'll drink first!"
Chen Shuning and Guo Junshan got engaged, and both families drank a lot of alcohol.
When Chen Erya entered, the yard was quiet. She looked around and gently pushed open Chen Shuning's door.
Chen Shuning yawned, put on his shoes, and came out, greeting her warmly: "Erya, let's go to work next door. My sister is asleep, don't wake her up."
Chen Erya nodded, turned around and walked into Chen Jiawang's room, sat at the table and buried her head in her work. Chen Shuning sat across from her, observing Chen Erya while she worked.
"Erya, you're quite quick. You just came in the morning, and you can finish it so quickly by noon."
"My second sister taught me well." Chen Erya's cheeks flushed slightly, and she said shyly, "Don't worry, Sister Shuning, I will work hard."
"Erya, you're doing great." Chen Shuning yawned and asked, "I heard from Uncle Wanquan that he wants to open a small shop in our village. Erya, do you know about this?"
Chen Erya nodded and replied, "I know. It was my mother's idea to open a small shop. Sister Shuning, are you worried that I won't come here in the future?"
My mom can run the shop, and my dad will be in charge of the purchasing. There's no need for me to get involved. Besides, my dad has a son, so why would I get involved?"
Chen Shuning raised an eyebrow, feeling surprised, and asked, "Erya, have you changed your mind?"
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