70s Delicate Girl: A Guide to Being a Rich Woman-Chapter 333 - 2: Second Place

A week’s time passed quickly, and soon it was the day for Xu Minglei’s notification, Xu Minghui’s grades were also known by Xu Mumu, and in the class, it was considered above average, not bad.

Xu Mumu looked at Xu Minglei’s report card, very satisfied, English and math were quite outstanding, other subjects were also pretty good. Xu Mumu was quite pleased, second in the class, the first seemed to be a girl, very impressive.

"Sis, that Fu Wenwen is too amazing, I can’t beat her." Xu Minglei felt a bit down; although he knew his own grades were good, he still hadn’t come first. In the past, his sister always came first, but he didn’t.

"It’s okay, it’s just this exam, we’ll surpass her next time." Xu Mumu said with a smile.

This time, with Xu Minglei’s notification, they not only received grades but also had to decide on their subjects for the next semester, giving them a summer holiday’s time to carefully consider whether to study humanities or science.

"Minglei, do you want to study humanities or science?" Xu Mumu asked Xu Minglei.

"Science." Xu Minglei said without hesitation.

"Aren’t you going to consider it a bit?" Xu Mumu twitched her lips; the kid wouldn’t just insist on following her into science because she studied it, right? It’s not good to mimic everything.

"Not considering it, my memory isn’t great, studying science is pretty good. I heard humanities require memorizing a lot." Xu Minglei quickly shook his head; if he had to memorize a lot, he’d go crazy, he couldn’t stand days of rote learning, science was good enough.

"Alright then, I respect your decision, just don’t regret it later." Xu Mumu said calmly; it seemed the kid had thought it through.

"No regrets, definitely no regrets, I wonder if Tiedan chose science too." Xu Minglei waved his hand, how could he regret it.

"You can just ask when we get back." Xu Mumu said with a smile.

"Right, we’re going back tomorrow. Sis, I’ve brought out my private money, let’s go buy gifts for Tiedan and the others." Xu Minglei was extremely happy.

"Let’s go." Xu Mumu nodded with a smile; she also missed the kids at home a bit, after all, she taught them herself. Half a year had passed, she wondered how they’d turned out; she was very much looking forward to going home and seeing them.

The siblings bought quite a few things at the supply and marketing cooperative. If it weren’t for Xu Minglei having limited money, he’d probably buy even more.

When they were done shopping and headed back, it was already noon. Madam Chen was making lunch; seeing them bring back so many things, the little brother probably caught a whiff and happily came over.

"Little glutton." Xu Mumu gave him a small piece of peach crisp and pinched the little one’s fair cheeks. All he knew was eating, unable to call her sister, really enough.

After expressing disdain for her little brother, Xu Mumu started organizing things, leaving him to eat on his own. The little guy was very easy to take care of; as long as he’s not disturbed, he plays by himself, but often doesn’t know about dangers, requiring someone to watch over him.

Early the next morning, Xu Mumu and the others boarded the car to go back. Xu Mumu only brought a few clothes and books with her; they were not carrying much, except the little brother’s things, which included change of clothes and some small toys, bought after arriving in the provincial city.

The news of Xu Mumu and the others returning had been phoned to the brigade days earlier, and the home had already prepared rooms for them. 𝓯𝓻𝒆𝙚𝒘𝓮𝙗𝓷𝒐𝓿𝙚𝒍.𝙘𝓸𝙢

When Xu Mumu and the others reached the station, Xu He and Xu Po were already waiting for them there.

"Mom, Dad, you’re finally back." Xu He was extremely excited, they hadn’t picked up their parents in a while. Although they saw them the last time Xu Mumu and the others came home, the old couple weren’t at home, nor scolding them daily; they still felt uneasy.

"Is the house all cleaned up?" Madam Chen said calmly, handing over two large bags to Xu He. Fengfeng was currently being held by Xu Mumu, the little guy wanted to get down and walk, but his little legs couldn’t keep up with the adult’s pace.

"All cleaned up." Xu He quickly nodded; the things in his hands weren’t heavy. He was used to working at home, and being ordered around by his own mother, so he didn’t feel anything, and directly took the stuff and walked forward.

"That’s good." Madam Chen nodded in satisfaction; her son was obedient.

Along the way, Old Xu asked a lot about the brigade’s situation, and the two brothers could answer.

Madam Chen also asked about Xu Laosan’s family, and while the brothers knew some things, Xu Po, who often went to the county, simply explained Xu Laosan’s situation to the old couple.

Though Xu Laosan had a job, his days weren’t as good as the brothers from the countryside.

The second brother had Xu Xue, who had plenty of money, though most was held by Xu Xue. She was very good to her family; the eating and clothing essentials at home were excellent.

The fourth brother’s family secretly raised rabbits, and with mushrooms to pick lately, when brought to the state-owned restaurants, they earned a good amount.

Knowing the third brother’s family lived the most poorly, Madam Chen was satisfied.

Old Xu, although uncomfortable, didn’t say much; what could he say? It was all self-imposed. If he went to tell Old Xu Laosan, he might accuse him of meddling.

When they arrived at the brigade, they instantly attracted attention from the whole brigade. Many knew Xu Mumu and the others were coming back. Although Qian Ying and Sun Huiping weren’t talkative, Madam Chen was glad, and couldn’t help mentioning it outside.

This was a good thing; everyone felt proud, and almost the whole brigade knew.

Feeling the enthusiasm of others in the brigade, Xu Mumu felt she was smiling stiffly. Her grandma was impressive, dealing alone with such a crowd, Xu Mumu thought her family was pretty strong.

"You must be tired, have some water." Qian Ying brought out a kettle and poured each of them a cup.

Qian Ying looked a bit pale; Xu Mumu watched her, wondering if the issues left from Kangkang’s birth still hadn’t healed?

Then, Xu Mumu’s eyes fell on Kangkang, held by Xu Xue. Kangkang looked so weak compared to the healthy and strong Fengfeng.

Kangkang appeared very frail, with poor bodily health, looking as if he couldn’t walk.

Xu Xue was also looking at little Xu Mingfeng—this child had no presence in the past life, but now, not only was he here, he was very healthy; when compared to Kangkang, she felt envy.