Cheng Tianhua: "...What do you want to say?"
"I want the villagers to grow medicinal herbs together, and I need you to report it."
Cheng Tianhua instinctively knitted his brows, thinking Cheng You's idea was unreliable.
Life in the village wasn't great, but it wasn't bad either.
Cheng Tianhua had never considered causing any trouble; he just wanted stability.
If life was bearable, why take risks?
"No, don't even think about it."
Cheng You said, "I'll provide the medicinal herb seeds. The villagers only need to plant them. I've already improved these seeds, they're easy to grow and won't lose money."
Cheng Tianhua waved his sleeve, saying impatiently, "I think you're getting too ambitious. You've achieved a little, and now you think you're invincible."
Cheng You pouted, "I don't think I'm invincible. I just feel there's room for improvement in the villagers' lives. Relying solely on the harvest from the land, we can barely fill our stomachs today, let alone stay warm."
"Cheng You, you haven't suffered much, but let me tell you, this is just how a farmer's life is! This is how it should be! Only the poor peasants are truly upright. Aren't you afraid of being criticized for saying such things?"
Some thoughts were deeply ingrained and wouldn't change easily.
But hearing the words from his mouth, Cheng You still felt helpless.
Who was born to live a hard life?
Besides, she wasn't asking them to abandon the land.
But if they could use this land to improve their lives, why not?
"Dad, you're too stubborn. This isn't just for the villagers, it's for you too. Haven't you always wanted to get promoted? If you don't achieve anything, who will promote you?"
Cheng Tianhua wasn't moved at all. If they didn't achieve results and instead caused trouble, it would be a loss outweighing the gain.
"Enough said. I won't agree unless you agree to what I said first!"
Hearing this, Cheng You knew it was a lost cause.
"Then forget it." She got up and left.
Outside the door, she met Cheng Tao.
Cheng Tao smiled and said, "Cheng You, you don't know yet, do you? I'm building a house in the commune, so we might see less of each other in the future."
Cheng You scoffed, "Anyone who didn't know would think you've already moved in. As far as I know, you don't have money to build a house yet. What are you showing off about?"
Cheng Tao looked at Cheng Tianhua, blushing with annoyance, "Dad, why do you tell her everything!"
Cheng Tianhua said impatiently, "You asked me for money, and I didn't have any, so I had to ask Cheng You."
Cheng Tao's blood rushed to her head, her face flushed red, a mixture of anger and panic.
"Dad! Even if I don't have money, I don't want to borrow from her!"
Cheng You shrugged, "You heard that?"
Cheng Tianhua watched Cheng You leave and then scolded Cheng Tao fiercely.
"If you don't have money, why pretend? Can face feed you?"
Cheng Tao pouted, "I just don't want to borrow money from her."
Cheng Tianhua waved his hand, letting her be.
Cheng Tao was actually conflicted. She didn't want to borrow money, but she really didn't have any.
Building a house in the commune was different from building in the village. It had to be decent, so as not to be looked down upon.
Song Yulian came out, sighing.
"Why are you talking to your dad like that? He's willing to ask Cheng You for money, that's because he cares about you."
Cheng Tao retorted, "He doesn't care about me. If he really cared about me, why wouldn't he give me the money?"
"Most of the family's money has been taken by Cheng You, where else would there be money for you? Tao'er, you can't be ungrateful."
Cheng Tao snorted, "If you don't pay for building a house in the commune, Wang Hongxia will bring it up later. In the end, you'll be the ones who lose face."
Song Yulian was stunned for a moment. That was true.
"Then Mom will go out and borrow some for you."
She still had to think of a way, and figure out who to ask.
Cheng Tao didn't care who she borrowed from, as long as she could get the money.
...
Cheng You's attempt with Cheng Tianhua failed, but she didn't give up on her idea.
After thinking for a long time, she decided to visit Qili Village.
"You didn't even come to our wedding, Grandpa. Things have settled down now, so we should go and see him."
Qi Chengyan naturally wouldn't disagree.
"There are still many things at home, let's prepare some to take with us."
Cheng You had four uncles and many cousins.
Starting with Jiang Dingcheng's family, everyone would get something, and it had to be sorted and packed.
After the items were organized, Cheng You realized there were quite a lot.
"It looks like we'll have to take a tractor."
However, the team had previously stipulated that public property could not be used for private purposes. It was probably because someone saw Qi Chengyan taking Cheng You out often and disapproved.
But Cheng You always went along when Qi Chengyan was going out anyway.
"We'll pay the team for the use of the vehicle. Do you think that would work?"
Qi Chengyan nodded, "Just mention it to the production team's accountant."
If they agreed, it should be fine.
Then, the two went out to find the accountant.
That person happened to be from the educated youth point. When Qi Chengyan spoke, of course, he wouldn't refuse.
And so, they loaded their belongings onto the back of the tractor and happily went to their grandfather's house.
From a distance, Cheng You heard someone shouting, "Jiang Laoda, your nephew-in-law is back to see you!"
When the tractor was parked steadily, a large crowd of onlookers gathered at the door.
They all wanted to see what Qi Chengyan looked like.
Upon seeing his physique and appearance, they thought Cheng You had good taste.
When they saw the items they brought down from the back, they were generous, which further improved their impression.
Liao Hongmei smiled brightly, helping to carry the items.
"You two, it's enough that you came, why bring so many things? We have everything at home!"
Cheng You smiled and said, "Auntie, to tell you the truth, these fabrics are fashionable materials bought by Chengyan's sister from Yancheng. We have almost no space left at home, so if we don't give them to you, they'll be wasted if they get eaten by bugs."
The other three aunts came forward. Looking at the fabrics, they had never seen them before.
But when they heard they were bought in Yancheng, they were sure they were good materials.
The old man smiled, "Don't just stand at the door, let's go inside."
Cheng You held Qi Chengyan's arm, and together they supported the old man into the house.
"Have you eaten the ginseng pills I gave you? Are you feeling better?"
The old man's complexion was ruddy, and looking at him now, his health had indeed improved.
"I've eaten them all, don't worry, I'm in good health!"
Jiang Dingcheng sat down and chuckled heartily.
"Indeed. Last time you helped Sister Yang's son, you left without even staying for a meal. Sister Yang came several times, but you were gone. She said she wanted to thank you."
Liao Hongmei nodded, "Exactly. She kept asking us about you, saying your medicine was a miracle drug and she wanted to buy some from you."
Cheng You took out a jar of ginseng pills from her pocket and pointed to the words engraved on it.
"Grandpa, this is a brand I just registered. From now on, my pharmacy will be called this name. It's legal!"