The Sweetness of the Seventies-Chapter 45 - This Place is Nice_1
Chapter 45: Chapter 45 This Place is Nice_1
Chapter 45 -45 This Place is Nice_1
After He Tiantian came to a realization, her spirits were lifted, and a smile crept across her lips, filled with strength and confidence.
She believed she had the ability to change her life and the lives of her loved ones around her.
At the same time, He Tiantian recalled how the Snake King had seen her in a pitiable, lost state just a moment ago and had refrained from mocking her.
It seemed that the Snake King possessed some humanity after all; he wasn’t heartless or cold—it wouldn’t be right to call him a cold snake!
With that in mind, He Tiantian made a plan to take advantage of this realization in the future and get the Snake King to do more favors for her!
Securing food was guaranteed, now it was time to think about the spiritual side of things.
But that was a plan for the future, not for now.
From He Tiantian’s perspective, to gain an inch and take a mile was exactly this.
The Snake King sneezed inside his barrier, thinking he was getting weak, not realizing that a silly rabbit had already set its sights on him, thinking of ways to make good use of him!
Even though the mountain road was tough to navigate, these difficulties were nothing for He Tiantian anymore; she could overcome them with ease.
She was extremely satisfied with her body—not just because she was more attractive than in her previous life, but more importantly, she was healthier, more fit, and full of energy.
Having adjusted her mood, He Tiantian soon arrived at the foot of the mountain.
Old Man Qi watched from the livestock team, fanning himself with a palm-leaf fan, watching as He Tiantian bustled about.
Old Man Qi knew how to enjoy life; at his age, he didn’t have many years left, so he decided not to bother with things he could avoid.
After all, he had worked hard enough in his youth and didn’t need to exhaust himself making contributions in his old age.
After cleaning the cowshed, pigpen, and sheepfold, He Tiantian went to clean up the four wild chickens.
“Girl Tian, you’re in luck today, catching wild chickens again?” Old Man Qi set down his fan and walked over to He Tiantian in surprise.
The several large, fat wild chickens would be delicious whether braised or turned into soup.
Ever since He Tiantian had arrived, Old Man Qi had enjoyed quite a few benefits.
“Yes, I set a few more traps.” He Tiantian said, “I’ll make chicken soup for everyone later.
Grandpa Qi, you start heating the water!”
He Tiantian drained the chicken blood, collecting a whole bowl, added some salt, and let it coagulate into a chicken blood jelly that could be used for stewing vegetables in the evening.
“Okay!” Old Man Qi replied cheerfully.
In those days, people were lacking nourishment, and having meat to eat was something precious.
He might not be able to handle delicate tasks, but something simple like boiling water was well within his abilities.
Before long, Old Man Qi had boiled a large pot of water, poured it into a large porcelain basin, and waited for the water to scald the chickens until it cooled down a bit.
Then, He Tiantian began plucking feathers quickly.
She was adept at this job, having done it professionally in her previous life.
To save money, she used to buy live chickens in bulk and clean them herself—not just to save money, but also because it ensured a better taste.
Chicken meat bought frozen just couldn’t compare in flavor.
He Tiantian marinated two chickens to stir-fry for them the next day, and decided to make a chicken soup with the remaining two chickens for dinner.
The two large wild chickens were chopped up, nearly filling a basin.
She blanched them in hot water to remove the blood and the froth from the surface.
After cleaning the pot and adding fresh water, she heated it until it was nearly boiling, then added the chicken meat with seven or eight slices of ginger.
A few green onions were added next, and after bringing it to a boil for a few minutes, she reduced the heat to let it simmer.
The room was hot, so He Tiantian placed enough firewood under the pot to allow it to come to a boil slowly.
She then stepped outside the kitchen to cool off.
“Girl Tian, you’ve made so much; I won’t be able to finish it!” Old Man Qi couldn’t finish it all and was planning to share some with others.
Many people had arrived in the meantime, and it seemed there was a particularly noteworthy old man among them.
From his resolute gaze, it was clear he had once held a significant position.
“Grandpa Qi, I have a secret to tell you, and you mustn’t tell anyone else, not even Aunt Liu,” He Tiantian whispered.
She knew she wouldn’t be able to avoid Old Man Qi in her future dealings with Professor Gu and Professor Wang, so she decided to clarify the situation to Old Man Qi.
“Go ahead,” Elder Brother Qi urged, curious about He Tiantian’s secretive manner.
“Professor Gu and Professor Wang were colleagues of my grandfather.
Our families didn’t interact much, but we still knew each other.
Actually, they were professors and teachers in universities before.
Professor Wang was criticized for studying abroad before Liberation, as if it was a stain on his record; but in reality, they worked diligently and weren’t heinous criminals.
Now that they’re getting older, and I’m quick on my feet, I want to lend a hand,” He Tiantian whispered, “This is something we should keep between ourselves to avoid being caught and making a big deal out of nothing.”
He Tiantian believed in helping others without putting herself at risk.
Upon hearing this, Old Man Qi sighed deeply and said, “Ah!
It’s all such nonsense!
But we ordinary folks can’t change the decisions made from above.
Since that’s the case, I’ll take good care of them.
Dazhu is thoughtful, too.
Yesterday, he had a thatched house built for them, away from the village where it’s more peaceful.”
“Yes, Village Chief Qi is a good man, and you’re a good man, too, Grandpa Qi,” He Tiantian smiled, “As long as it’s not murder or arson or serious crimes, I’ll respect them as elders.
Since I can hunt, I’ll frequently provide meat for both you and them to nourish your health.”
“Oh, I’m benefitting from this,” Old Man Qi chuckled.
“You’re a kind-hearted girl who knows respect for your elders.
At heart, you’re a good child.”
As they spoke, Qi Ergou arrived with a bullock cart.
Professor Gu and Professor Wang headed towards the back.
Besides some straw and mud on them, they hadn’t suffered much harm.
Seeing this, He Tiantian could finally relax.
Qi Ergou moved the ox to the cowshed, placed the bullock cart inside the shed, and helped the people into the house.
Today Qi Ergou was quite tired too.
After greeting He Tiantian, he hurried back.
