CHAPTER 128: CHAPTER 128: COMRADE ZHOU’S PECULIAR TASTES

Su Xiaoxiao was shocked: "How did you know?"

Zhou Cheng’s expression instantly turned to disappointment, indeed...

No wonder Comrade Su hasn’t replied to his letters, turns out she already has someone she likes.

"I’m sorry, I’ve disturbed you, I won’t bother you anymore."

After saying that, Zhou Cheng was still a bit unwilling: "Can I ask who it is that you like?"

He meant no harm, just wanted to know what kind of man could win Comrade Su’s heart.

Su Xiaoxiao grinned widely: "The one I like is, of course, my most revered God of Wealth."

Zhou Cheng: "..."

Well, that’s an answer you can’t argue with, probably no one in the world doesn’t like the God of Wealth.

Su Xiaoxiao playfully blinked at him: "Just kidding haha."

"Oh right, I have something I need to give you."

Suddenly remembering, she hadn’t had the chance to return the money yet.

Frantically, she started looking through her satchel.

She didn’t know when she’d run into Zhou Cheng, so she carried the money with her, looking for a chance to give it back.

Upon hearing this, Zhou Cheng suddenly became a bit anxious, he didn’t expect Comrade Su to proactively give him something.

He was very curious, but suppressed his excitement, waiting for Su Xiaoxiao to give it to him.

After rummaging in her satchel for a long time due to too many little snacks inside, she finally found the bundle of money tied with a red ribbon.

Just as she was about to take it out, something fell from the bag to the ground.

Looking down at the item at her feet, Su Xiaoxiao silently cursed, damn.

How did this floral underwear end up falling out? Wouldn’t Comrade Zhou think she’s a weirdo?

While she was hesitating whether to pick it up, Zhou Cheng picked up the floral underwear before she could.

A very flamboyant floral pattern, with a scratching man printed right in the middle.

For a moment, Zhou Cheng thought he might be blind, what kind of eyesore is this?

But when he thought that Comrade Su specially gave it to him, he forced himself to hold back his shock, squeezing out a smile: "Thank you, Comrade Su, I really like this gift."

After speaking, he even glanced at Su Xiaoxiao with a flushed face, surprised that Comrade Su was so attentive, knowing his size after just a few encounters.

Su Xiaoxiao!!!

Looking at Zhou Cheng with a gaze reserved for perverts, she didn’t expect someone who looks so aloof to have such... unique tastes.

Zhou Cheng felt embarrassed under her gaze, his tanned face deepening in color: "Su... Comrade Su, are you free later? I’d like to treat you to a meal."

While speaking, he unconsciously fiddled with the floral underwear in his hand, looking like a shy wife.

Su Xiaoxiao had initially thought about trying to get that eye-bleeding floral underwear back, but seeing how Zhou Cheng seemed so fond of it, she hesitated, not knowing how to start.

But honestly, being treated to a meal just for a pair of underwear seemed unnecessary, especially since she had planned to secretly throw it away.

Watching as he twisted the underwear in his hands like a pretzel, a cold sweat slowly dripped down Su Xiaoxiao’s forehead: "Well... Comrade Zhou, there’s no need for a meal, don’t be so polite. Besides, the money tickets you gave me last time..."

Before she could finish, a hurried male voice suddenly came from behind: "Captain, not good, there’s trouble over there."

"Bang bang bang..."

A burst of gunfire faintly echoed from a distance, and the shyness on Zhou Cheng’s face was instantly replaced with a frosty expression: "What’s going on?"

The young man whispered in his ear, and his face immediately turned grim.

"Comrade Su, I’m sorry, but I won’t be able to treat you today. Please take this."

Without allowing any refusal, Zhou Cheng shoved a wad of money tickets into her hand, turned, and jumped into the Jeep. The hem of his uniform flared a little with the movement, and she clearly saw the floral underwear tucked into his pants pocket.

He waved at her from the car: "Comrade Su, see you next time!"

The Jeep sped off with dust flying, Zhou Cheng’s voice floating back on the wind.

Su Xiaoxiao slowly looked down, staring at the wad of money tickets that had suddenly appeared in her hand, her expression gradually freezing.

No, she originally intended to return the money tickets to Zhou Cheng, so why did she end up receiving more? Great, now it felt even more impossible to return them.

Su Xiaoxiao returned home in a state of speechlessness, and as soon as she reached the village entrance, the chain on her bike fell off, leaving her with no choice but to walk it home.

Just before reaching home, a shadow jumped down from the low dirt wall beside her, startling her.

Don’t they know people scaring people can lead to accidents?

As Su Xiaoxiao patted her chest, wanting to see which scoundrel scared her, she looked up to meet the grinning face of Erlengzi.

Because this rascal had teased Zhang Guifang this morning, Su Xiaoxiao remembered him vividly.

"Xiaoxiao sis, you’re back?"

Erlengzi rubbed his hands together, his smile apologetic.

Su Xiaoxiao: "..."

If she remembered correctly, she was three years younger than Erlengzi, how shameless of him to call her sis?

"You need something?"

"How did you know?"

Erlengzi widened his eyes in surprise, he indeed had something he wanted to ask Su Xiaoxiao for help with.

Su Xiaoxiao: "..."

He might as well have "I need something from you" written on his face; plus, he had obviously been flattering her by mocking Zhang Guifang this morning.

After all, her memory of their interactions was scarce, even though they were from the same village.

"Xiaoxiao sis, I was wondering if you could help me get a can of baby formula from Hong Kong, my sister just had a baby and she hasn’t had any milk, the little one is crying in hunger at home."

These days, baby formula is a precious commodity, and even with money, it’s not easy to buy.

Many families, if without milk after childbirth, had to resort to feeding their babies rice water.

Rice water might be easy to digest, but it was nutritionally poor and not filling.

Once consumed, the baby would quickly have nothing left after a single pee.

A business opportunity knocking on her door, Su Xiaoxiao was naturally pleased.

Seeing her not immediately respond, Erlengzi assumed she was hesitant and spoke with slight disappointment: "Xiaoxiao sis, if it’s too much trouble for you..."

Before he could finish, Su Xiaoxiao spoke: "No problem, I’ll help you buy it."

"Ah?"

Erlengzi was suspicious he was hearing things; otherwise, why did it seem like Su Xiaoxiao casually agreed?

"Internal price, 8.5 yuan per tin, no Overseas Remittance Coupon needed."

"Xiaoxiao sis, are you joking with me?"

That was Hong Kong’s highly sought-after product, not something common folks like them could acquire.

Not only did Su Xiaoxiao agree to help him buy it, but she also said no Overseas Remittance Coupon was needed.

"Do you want it or not?"

She frowned, displeased by his hesitance; why was this man dilly-dallying?

"Yes, yes, of course, I want it."

As he spoke, afraid she’d change her mind, Erlengzi quickly took out a large banknote and placed it in her palm: "Xiaoxiao sis, thank you so much."

Su Xiaoxiao waved her hand: "We’re from the same village, no need for thanks."

She put the money in her satchel: "Come find me tomorrow night to pick it up."

"That soon?"

"If you think it’s too soon, you can come find me in a week..."

Before she could finish, Erlengzi quickly shook his head: "No... no, Xiaoxiao sis, my nephew is waiting for the milk. The sooner, the better."

While they talked, they had already reached the Su Family’s gate. Before entering, Su Xiaoxiao heard her second aunt Zhang Guifang’s sharp, harsh voice.