Rebirth in 1986: Unforgettable Regrets

Chapter 1148: Chapter 1148: Let Me Take a Bath Before Trying Them On

Mr. Miao stood at the doorway, watching Tang Jun and his group approach grandly. Not only did they bring people, but the villagers also followed out of curiosity. Everyone wanted to see what Tang Jun’s group was here for.

"Grandpa Miao," Yuan Yu waved to Mr. Miao and said, "Grandpa Miao, we’ve come to see you."

"To see me, and you’ve brought so many people?" Mr. Miao looked at the group behind Yuan Yu, all carrying bulging bags, unsure of their contents.

Not only Mr. Miao wanted to know this, but also the villagers who followed along were eager to find out.

"Grandpa Miao, these people are invited by Tang Jun’s brother, Lian Qingyang. They’re a survey team preparing to build a road to the town for everyone."

Yuan Yu’s words immediately stirred the crowd.

Many in the village have never been to town, especially the young children.

Because the mountain road is somewhat dangerous, there have been incidents in the village where someone fell off a cliff and died. Therefore, unless necessary, villagers seldom visit the town.

If a road is constructed, won’t it make going to town much easier?

"Building a road must cost a lot of money?"

"Will they really come to build a road?"

"The mountain road is so narrow; can a proper road be built?"

These were the concerns of the villagers.

Mr. Miao looked very surprised at the handsome man standing beside Tang Jun, wondering if he could genuinely build a road for the village.

After all, their place was so remote that no one paid attention to it.

Lian Qingyang smiled, knowing the old man’s kindness in saving Tang Jun. He stepped forward, bowed deeply, and said, "Grandpa Miao, thank you for saving our Xiao Jun. We will never forget this great kindness."

"No need for thanks," Mr. Miao waved his hand, saying: "Young man, saving Tang Jun was just an accident. We would have done the same for anyone. But about building the road, you guys..."

Is it just empty promises to make everyone happy?

Building a road isn’t just about lip service. The original road is narrow and small, and Mr. Miao didn’t even dare imagine the costs entailed in widening and constructing a vehicle-accessible road.

"About building the road, rest assured, Grandpa Miao, we will definitely do our utmost. However, for the next period, please arrange for everyone’s meals and accommodation." Lian Qingyang humbly requested, "We have brought a lot of rice and vegetables, just need some uncles and aunts to help with cooking. Also, we need some locals familiar with the route to show them around again."

"That’s not a problem."

Before Mr. Miao could speak, the village chief eagerly invited them in.

Lian Qingyang had the survey team leave with the village chief while their group followed Grandpa Miao.

Lian Qingyang, Tang Jun, Yuan Yu, and six bodyguards he brought along, even in the mountains, must ensure the presence of people around them.

Everyone showed great interest in the road construction, talking enthusiastically with the survey team, filled with both excitement and high expectations for the project.

"Grandpa Miao, our visit serves two purposes: first, about building the road and second, for Xiao Jun’s eyesight." As the elder brother, Lian Qingyang took on this responsibility. He said, "Grandpa Miao, these past days, I’ve taken Tang Jun to see many doctors, including both Chinese and Western medicine specialists."

"Western medicine doctors didn’t dare operate on Xiao Jun, saying only that the blood clots must dissipate naturally. But two esteemed Chinese medicine practitioners mentioned your excellent skills and that with your acupuncture, Xiao Jun’s brain clots would disperse faster. We sincerely hope, Grandpa Miao, you’ll use your expertise to help treat Xiao Jun’s eyes."

Lian Qingyang’s words were very earnest.

Grandpa Miao didn’t immediately reply but asked, "Which two veteran Chinese medicine practitioners did you consult?"

Lian Qingyang promptly named the two.

Grandpa Miao, after a deep look at them, said, "If you managed to seek them, it shows your ability. Since Tang Jun and I share a bond, if you trust me, I can perform the acupuncture."

"Thank you, Grandpa Miao," Lian Qingyang expressed his gratitude.

Both Tang Jun and Yuan Yu stood up and thanked Grandpa Miao as well.

"Come, let me give you acupuncture inside,"

Grandpa Miao suspected Tang Jun would return. These past days, he had been reading medical books. And indeed, Tang Jun didn’t just return but also brought a survey team for road construction. Regardless of whether the road gets built or not, Tang Jun’s grateful heart was appreciated by Grandpa Miao.

"Girl, come over here," Yuan Yu said, bringing in the clothes she bought, pulling the girl into the room. Previously, Yuan Yu had shared a bed with the girl. Seeing the clothes being laid out, the girl was stunned.

"Come on, try them on, see if they fit,"

Yuan Yu beckoned to the girl, holding and comparing each piece of clothing against her.

The girl, like in a daze, watched Yuan Yu drape each item over her. Her eyes turned red, and tears rolled down like strings of pearls.

"What’s making you cry?"

Yuan Yu was imagining how the clothes would look on the girl, only to notice her tears and hurried to gently wipe them away, saying, "Silly girl, don’t cry. You should be happy about the new clothes, why are you crying?"

"Are you saying the clothes your sister bought aren’t pretty?" Yuan Yu raised her eyebrows teasingly.

The girl shook her head vigorously, "No."

"Then why cry?" Yuan Yu asked again.

The girl choked up, "Other than Grandpa, no one has ever bought me new clothes."

Her clothes were always hand-me-downs from older siblings in the village, patched over and over.

Sometimes when Grandpa Miao went to town, he would buy her a piece or two of new clothing, which the girl treasured dearly.

"From now on, your sister will buy you clothes," Yuan Yu said, wiping her tears, "Stop crying now, let’s see if they fit."

Yuan Yu took the initiative to help the girl change. The girl seemed a bit embarrassed, as the spring day was still chilly, so Yuan Yu bought several sweaters, thermal undergarments, over-pants, an outer coat, shoes, a complete set, missing nothing.

The girl, feeling the soft clothes, felt a warmness in her heart.

"Girl?" Yuan Yu didn’t hear anything inside and thought the girl was having trouble changing. After a while, the door opened, and the girl was still in her original clothes. As Yuan Yu was about to ask why she hadn’t changed, the girl said, "Sister Yuan, I’ll take a bath before trying them on."