After being questioned by Zheng Haimei, Su Xiaowan felt a bit bashful. She blushed and replied, "Sister-in-law, you're making fun of me. I don't have any special methods. It's credit to the army's discipline that Han Dongchen is so responsible. He saw that I was weak and took care of me."
Zheng Haimei looked skeptical, and although Wang Hong kept quiet, she seemed pleased listening to their conversation. Later, after taking a look at the seedlings Su Xiaowan was growing and discussing other matters, they bid her farewell and went home.
Su Xiaowan continued reading the newspaper. By noon, she steamed some rice and stir-fried some shredded potatoes for lunch. She dreamed of enjoying a substantial meal to replenish her health, but she was tight on money. Even after Han Dongchen gave her some money, she was reluctant to spend it. After all, she had figured out a way to earn money, and once she had, she could eat well then. It was just a matter of waiting a few more days.
