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Yezhi followed the Peach Seller's Transport Team into the city, accompanied by Director Yu. They exchanged a few words, and feeling guilty, she talked extensively about ecological farming, greenhouse vegetables, and hydroponics—anything she had heard of, regardless of its applicability, she shared with Director Yu. After their conversation, she felt much lighter and slept soundly.
Director Yu struggled to sleep. He didn't underestimate Yezhi; she was just a young girl who, he heard, couldn't even grow vegetables when she first arrived in Zhoujiatun. Where did she get all these insightful ideas? Someone must have mentioned them to her. Who could that be? His uncle! The more he thought about it, the more certain he became.
The morning sunlight bathed Yezhi as the hard wooden cart board pressed painfully against her back. The scent of peaches filled the air, making her stomach rumble.
So hungry! She pulled out a vegetable dumpling from her bag and stuffed it into her mouth. Glancing at the sleeping Director Yu, she quietly crawled to the front of the cart. "Cart Master, have a vegetable dumpling!"
"Yezhi, you're awake!" The Cart Master looked energetic despite having traveled all night, which impressed her. "Uncle, aren't you tired?"
"Tired? Once the peaches are sold, I'll be even more energetic!" His straightforward words made Yezhi burst into laughter, and the Cart Driver showed his yellow teeth in a grin. Their laughter woke Director Yu, who accepted a dumpling from Yezhi while asking, "Yezhi, when is your uncle free? Why don't you give me an address so I can visit him?" Hearing this made Yezhi feel frustrated! Where was she supposed to find an uncle?
"Why are you suddenly asking about this?" You’re too soft-hearted and talk too much; this could lead to trouble!
Director Yu said seriously, "I want to consult him!"
"My uncle is very busy!" Yezhi's excuse was rather flimsy. Director Yu didn't think much of it; he just felt disappointed.
"Uncle Yu, there will be opportunities!" She said comforting words without thinking.
Director Yu considered it too; there would always be a chance to meet him. Once he thought it through, he ate heartily. All eight remaining vegetable dumplings from her bag ended up in Director Yu's stomach. "These cured meat dumplings made by Bilo are delicious! The small fish dumplings are amazing too!" The Cart Master agreed; they used to make dumplings with cornmeal that would dry out over time, but now they were made with rice—both durable and tasty!
"If we had seaweed, I could make some foreign dumplings for you to try!" Director Yu said with great interest.
"Seaweed? That's something from the ocean!"
"Yezhi, you've eaten things from the sea?" The Cart Master asked curiously.
"Of course! Lobster, sea urchin, cuttlefish, squid, sea cucumber, oyster, horse conch, tuna..." Director Yu and the Cart Driver were stunned by her list.
The Cart Master sighed; just as Yezhi was about to describe how fragrant and delicious squid soup was, she stopped. Jumping off the cart, Uncle Zhou and three others were already waiting at the Fruit Company entrance.
Director Yu entered with Everyone and greeted them. The Cart Driver felt that the people from the Fruit Company were particularly cheerful today. The Big Leader, who had never shown his face before, was actually holding his hand tightly, and Farmer Brother called him in such a friendly manner as if they were long-lost brothers. Without even lining up, the Big Leader had someone settle the total account for selling peaches, holding a thick stack of Unity notes, making the Cart Driver beam with joy.
After leaving the Fruit Company, the joyful mood settled slightly. The Cart Master and others split into several groups: some went to buy farming tools, some delivered items to Director Yu, some headed to the Department Store, and others went to deliver things to her.
The cart sped through the alley, drawing the attention of residents. Yezhi hit the Young Man from the Transport Team lightly, saying, "Be careful, don't hit anyone!"
"I’m skilled! How could I hit someone!" After saying that, he proudly cracked the whip a couple more times, making the cart wheels clatter. Yezhi was so angry that she hit him twice more and said, "We’ve arrived... stop quickly!" The Young Man struggled to stop the cart, but due to inertia, Yezhi lunged forward a bit until a strong pair of hands caught her.
"What are you doing at home?" Lin Haitao said with a faint smile as he lifted her down from the cart.
The Young Man was quite innocent and didn’t dare to look towards Yezhi; he obediently unloaded half a cart of goods.
When Yezhi was just picked up, she was like a startled bird, but in an instant, she nestled comfortably in Xiaobinzi's arms.
Lin Haitao's ears turned hot; he couldn’t help but gently push Yezhi away and went to help the Young Man.
What does this mean? He was supposed to be the one holding her; he pushed her away while ignoring her words. Yezhi complained while moving things into the yard.
"This basket is Salted Duck Eggs, this bag is Oats, and these two baskets are cucumbers, eggplants, and green beans...!"
Looking at the mountain of food piled up, he joked, "You didn’t empty your house, did you?" Yezhi winked at him and said, "All of this is my heartfelt affection for you!" Before he could respond, Yezhi continued, "Aunt Zhou was afraid you wouldn’t have enough to eat or drink. If I hadn’t advised her against it, she would have filled two buckets with well water from our home for me to bring!"
Lin Haitao smiled warmly as if basking in spring sunshine. However, Yezhi felt that handsome men were tempting; if it were night already, she would have transformed into a wolf pouncing on him. During the day when they were too clear-headed together, she felt a bit shy about it. Why couldn’t Xiaobinzi take the initiative for once?
Yezhi’s fiery gaze didn’t draw Lin Haitao closer; instead, it made him retreat into the house.
She felt a bit disappointed but more startled. Initially, she only wanted a little love; now it seemed out of control—the feeling of wanting to act on her feelings for someone she liked was both familiar and strange, as if returning to the budding emotions of first love.
...
Lin Haitao placed a piece of sauced pork bone into her bowl and said, "Your favorite!" Originally indifferent to food, Yezhi smiled brightly and replied, "I told you not to buy it; you insisted on going!"
"You love to eat!"
"I love to eat, so I buy. Do I also love the stars and the moon in the sky? Why don't you go pick them?"
"There's no moon tonight, nor any stars. When there are, I'll pick them for you!" Hmph, what a child!
Xiaobinzi didn't forget what he had said. Two days later, in the middle of the night, he woke her up and seriously pointed at the mirror, saying, "I picked the moon and the stars!"
Yezhi burst into laughter, goosebumps all over her body. Lin Haitao didn't think Yezhi was ruining the mood; seeing her so happy made him laugh too! Neither of them had much romantic sense. Under such beautiful moonlight, instead of being lovey-dovey, they dug into a late-night snack—a bowl of fragrant chicken noodles that warmed their hearts.
Lin Haitao opened the courtyard door and then walked back. "What's wrong?" Suddenly, a small white stone appeared in his damp palm. "I can't give you the real moon, so I'll use this to replace it!" The stone in his hand felt as heavy as a thousand pounds, bringing a sense of security to her heart!
"I really like it!"
A brilliant light flashed in Lin Haitao's eyes, making Yezhi's heart race a little faster.
"Master, what you hold is a Moonstone. According to 21st-century records, it is also known as the 'Lover's Stone,' which helps attract the opposite sex. It enhances understanding between couples, making their relationship more harmonious and happy..." This was too exaggerated; she didn't believe that a stone could influence love. That wasn't the point. "Xiao Fang, are you peeping again?"
"No, no! It's just that your heartbeat is too fast; I'm just concerned!" Xiao Fang was getting better at talking. Before Yezhi could tell it to scram, Xiaobinzi took the lead.
Yezhi sighed at the moon; it had been three days since she had eaten anything meaty!
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