bayedsolid Chapter 54 I Trust Your Judgment
Chapter 54 I Trust Your Judgment
That day, dinner was prepared early at home. Zhao Yuan and Zhou Jiefang drank together and had a great time. Zhou Jiefang was in a good mood when he learned that his student status had been restored and that he would be able to return to the city soon.
Because fermented feed is now being used, feeding the pigs has become much easier; all that's needed is to pump the feed out of the fermentation tank and distribute it to each pig trough. After dinner, Zhou Jiefang finished feeding the pigs early and returned to Chijiaopen Village.
The children finished their homework quickly.
"Zhaodi, Laidi, come here quickly, look what I bought for you."
Zhao Yuan stood in the room packing his bag.
He took out everyone's gifts.
Zhao Lai Di was overjoyed to see a beautiful doll; it was her favorite thing. She kissed the doll again and again.
Zhao Zhaodi was very happy to receive the fairy tale book. Before it got dark, she sat down at her desk and started reading.
"This is Zhao Nana's; we can use it to tease her in the future."
Zhao Yuan handed the rattle drum to Lin Fangfang.
"This is yours, I think this scarf suits you very well."
Zhao Yuan took out a scarf and casually wrapped it around Lin Fangfang's neck.
"Hmm, not bad, it suits your skin very well."
Zhao Yuan stood in front of Lin Fangfang, admiring his own work.
"I'm so embarrassed. I don't dare to wear such an eye-catching scarf."
A blush rose to Lin Fangfang's face.
"It's okay, just keep them at home for me to see. You can keep them when we move to the city later."
Zhao Yuan whispered in Lin Fangfang's ear.
Lin Fangfang blushed instantly to the roots of her neck. A warm current surged through her body; this was just too sweet.
"Fangfang, come here, I want to show you something."
Zhao Yuan excitedly took out the painting and showed it to Lin Fangfang.
"Well, it's beautiful."
Lin Fangfang said.
"Guess how much it costs."
Zhao Yuan said.
"100 yuan?"
Lin Fangfang answered without hesitation. Judging from Zhao Yuan's expression, the painting was definitely not cheap; she had already stated what she considered a very high price.
Zhao Yuan instantly realized that he was in an era where even eating was a problem, and people knew absolutely nothing about art. Lin Fangfang had no idea about the value of this thing.
"Fangfang, I've used up all the money I brought this time. You won't blame me, will you?"
Zhao Yuan tentatively asked Lin Fangfang.
"Once it's used up, it's used up. Just buy whatever you like. I trust you."
Lin Fangfang said.
"Really? Then I'll tell you the price of this painting, and you won't be angry."
Zhao Yuan was sent over.
"Don't be angry. I believe in you. As long as you don't act like a jerk, I will believe in and support you. You're the one who earned all the money in the house. I trust my judgment and ability as a man."
Lin Fangfang looked at Zhao Yuan tenderly.
“Come here, Fangfang, let me tell you, I spent 1000 yuan on this painting. It’s Zhang Daqian’s ‘A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains.’ It might be worth hundreds of millions in the future. I really like it.”
Zhao Yuan spoke with great enthusiasm.
Lin Fangfang stared at Zhao Yuan in astonishment with wide eyes, but quickly looked away and took the painting to a bright spot to examine it closely.
"Then I must keep it safe and not make a fuss about it. I need to protect it from others who might covet it, and also from rats. There's a reason why things that Brother Yuan has his eye on are expensive. I trust your judgment. This is our family heirloom."
Lin Fangfang quickly composed herself and smiled in agreement with Zhao Yuan.
Zhao Yuan had intended to listen to Lin Fangfang complain, but he didn't. He knew that this little woman still didn't believe him. 1000 yuan was a huge sum of money for Lin Fangfang, and this spendthrift man had bought her a painting that she couldn't eat. Anyone would feel uncomfortable about that, but Lin Fangfang didn't show it.
Regardless of whether Lin Fangfang could understand, Zhaoyuan decided that he would never hide anything from his wife.
"Fangfang, aren't you angry?"
Zhao Yuan asked.
“What’s there to be angry about? I’m very happy that you told me the truth. The fact that you’re willing to spend so much money to buy it means you really like it. You’d regret it if you didn’t buy it, and I don’t want you to regret it. Besides, money is meant to be used, and we can earn more when we run out. As long as we’re of one mind, we’re not afraid of not making money back.”
Lin Fangfang showed no displeasure whatsoever.
This is also why Zhaoyuan fell deeply in love with Lin Fangfang in such a short time. This woman looks gentle and weak, seemingly indecisive, and submissive to her husband, but she is actually a very wise woman. It is truly remarkable that a woman of this era could say such things.
Zhao Yuan couldn't resist walking over and pecking Lin Fangfang on the cheek.
She gained a deeper appreciation and understanding of this woman.
Zhaoyuan then brought out the things he had bought from time-honored shops in Beijing and called his daughters over to taste them together.
The family enjoyed the delicious food together in a harmonious atmosphere. Zhao Yuan looked at Lin Fangfang, his heart filled with happiness and contentment.
As darkness fell, Zhao Zhaodi and Zhao Laidi tidied themselves up early, helped their mother wash and dry Zhao Nana's diapers, and then went to bed.
Lin Fangfang prepared bathwater for Zhao Yuan, fed Zhao Nana, and coaxed Zhao Nana to sleep.
What remains is just the space and time for the couple.
After taking a shower, Zhao Yuan sat on the bed with Lin Fangfang. Zhao Yuan held Lin Fangfang's hand and whispered, "Fangfang, thank you for giving me your complete trust and support. We will definitely get better and better in the future."
Lin Fangfang's lips curled up slightly, revealing a charming smile, and she nodded gently. Like a docile kitten, she nuzzled against Zhao Yuan's broad chest, her large, watery eyes filled with endless longing as she stared intently at him, as if trying to see through his soul.
Zhao Yuan naturally understood his wife's intentions. He nimbly rolled over and pulled Lin Fangfang into a tight embrace. The two were instantly engulfed in a whirlwind of passion.
Lin Fangfang nestled tenderly in Zhao Yuan's warm embrace, like a blooming flower. She looked up at her beloved Yuan-ge with a face full of happiness, praising him incessantly. Her sweet words flowed into Zhao Yuan's heart like a clear spring, making him feel extremely joyful and satisfied.
In high spirits, Zhao Yuan enthusiastically recounted his trip to Beijing to Lin Fangfang in detail. He started with his chance encounter with Zhao Xiaoqing on the train, then went through the arduous process of acquiring the precious painting, and introduced the renowned painter Zhang Daqian and the profound significance behind the painting. He then went on to describe in detail his meeting with Gong Xianjin in Beijing. Of course, Zhao Yuan didn't mention a word about the confidential translation work.
Lin Fangfang nestled quietly in Zhaoyuan's arms, listening intently to her husband's narration. Whenever she heard something interesting, she would nod gently, showing her agreement and support for Zhaoyuan. She never pressed him about things he didn't mention, knowing that some things required maintaining a proper distance and respect.
Zhao Yuan continued talking non-stop, telling Lin Fangfang about his phone call with Wilson after returning to Jinyang County, as well as his plans to set up a fireworks export company and a ham sausage factory... Lin Fangfang stayed quietly by Zhao Yuan's side the whole time, listening attentively to every detail and feeling the surging emotions and the power of her husband's dreams.
The moonlight outside the window spilled onto the ground, illuminating the cozy little house and their wonderful life.