funbook-pk Chapter 273 Going to school
Chapter 273 Going to school
Zhou Mingshu knew at first glance that her uncle was lying, but she could do nothing about it.
She doesn't understand the train of thought of those nobles at all, and there are traps.
Moreover, I have neither power nor money. If I go to the provincial capital, I may need my uncle to take care of me.
She nodded and asked about other things.
"Uncle, what do you eat at school? Do you buy your own food? Or do you eat in the cafeteria?"
Seeing that his niece had changed the subject, Zhu Chenxi quickly responded.
"We eat in the canteen. We pay the money at the beginning of each month and then we go there to eat when it's time to eat."
"That's very convenient. Do they allow students to bring their own meals from home?"
"Yes, every time I go home, your grandma will bring me a lot of pickles and steamed buns, for fear that I won't have enough to eat."
"That's great, little uncle. I don't know how to make other things, but I'm good at making pickles. Next time I have a chance, I'll bring you some more. You can take them back to the city and share them with your classmates."
"OK."
Let’s not talk about next time, just take this time, Zhou Laoer and Zhu not only brought some fish, but also some homemade sausages and roast duck.
Zhu Chenxi ate some and found it very delicious. His niece was quite good at this.
After playing with their three children for an entire afternoon, the two Zhu sisters went home near evening.
"Mother, we still have a lot of duck down left at home. You can make a thin quilt for me when you have time. I think my uncle has a hard time studying in the capital. If he doesn't wear warm clothes and sleep well, he won't be able to concentrate on his studies."
"You're right. I haven't seen you for half a year. Look how thin your uncle is. His bones are almost rattling."
When Zhu thought about what happened today when she talked to her mother, she felt sad too as her mother burst into tears.
Every time I leave home, I worry that he isn't well dressed or well fed, but he's still so thin.
"Yes, go home and tell grandma, and make Sandan's as well. Oh, by the way, Xiaojie is old enough to go to school, go home and ask uncle and aunt what they think. If they are willing, then let them go to see the teacher together, so that the two of them can have company."
If she allowed Mingyuan to go to school alone, she was afraid that her uncle's family would be unhappy.
"Yes, San Ya is right. When we get home, tell mom that everything should be done after the New Year. These things should be put on the agenda."
After dinner, Zhou Laoer and Zhu recounted what they had said at her mother’s house, and also asked about Xiaojie.
Boss Zhou and Mrs. Liu were very happy that their children went to school. Xiaojie was a little old, but he was smart since he was young. He would be able to learn some knowledge by going to school and following the teacher.
I asked Zhou Mingjie, and he was also very willing to do so.
Old Mrs. Zhou asked Liu and Zhu to quickly prepare things for school.
It's nothing more than a school bag and bedding.
There is ready-made fabric at home and the clothes are all new, so each person can sew a quilt. Schoolbags are easy to sew and it won’t take up any time.
"Sanya, Xiaojie and Sandan are all going to school, so are we still going to have classes at home?"
Zhou Mingqi was unhappy. She was afraid that this incident would have a certain impact on her own small classroom.
"How could that be? They learn theirs, and we learn ours. After they learn, they will take the examination for the title of Tongsheng (a scholar), and we learn so that we can learn to read and do business, which is also very useful."
"Haha, that's good."
Three days later, Zhou Lao Da and Zhou Lao Er took their two children to Grandpa Zhu's house.
Let the teacher see the two children first.
The school is in the county, only two streets away from Mr. Zhu’s grocery store, so it’s not far.
With acquaintances around, they don't have to worry so much.
Zhou Mingjie and Zhou Mingyuan learned to recognize a lot of words at home, and they could even do some abacus. The teacher was very pleased when he saw them.
So he gladly accepted the two of them.
We agreed to come directly to school as soon as spring comes. The school has dormitories and meals are provided, so it is very convenient.
Mr. Zhu said that he would let the two kids live in his house, which is so close to the shop, so how could he let the two kids live in the dormitory?
Besides, after this year, my grandson will only be nine years old and is still very young.
How can they feel at ease without an adult around?
Boss Zhou was embarrassed at first, but after seeing the look from Boss Zhou, he agreed.
From now on, just bring the children’s food rations and other things along with them.
My father-in-law's family doesn't have any children, and now that they have a grandson, their life is a little more lively. It's just a matter of adding a bowl of rice.
The matter of going to school was quickly settled, and the rest of the time was just waiting for the day.
Zhu Chenxi was deeply moved when she received the bedding and several jars of pickles prepared by her sister.
He will definitely study hard and repay everyone when he achieves something in the future.
……
Time flies, and spring is here in the blink of an eye.
Zhou Mingshu took out the writing brush, ink, paper and inkstone that he had prepared early in the morning. They were all exchanged from the system. These were not top-quality items, and would not be too conspicuous if a child took them out.
"Xiaojie, Mingyuan, when you go to the county, you must study hard and don't make trouble."
"Third sister, don't worry. Grandma said that going to school is a rare thing. We will definitely study hard and bring honor to our family in the future."
Zhou Mingyuan on the side also clenched his fist and assured her.
"That's good. Remember to be obedient when you get to grandma's house. You can help look after the shop when you're free. In short, be diligent and don't let the old lady worry."
"Third sister, I'm here, you don't have to worry."
Zhou Mingjie took the responsibility of taking care of Zhou Mingyuan. He is twelve years old now, and he will definitely protect his younger brother when he goes out.
Zhou Mingshu wanted to say something else, but seeing Zhou Mingjie's cock-like energy, she pursed her lips and said nothing.
Judging from the status, it is clear that they are ready.
The eldest and second sons of the Zhou family put a lot of things in the car, including chicken and duck eggs, flour, dried vegetables, fish and meat, as well as bedding for the children. After everything was ready, the two adults set off with their two children.
The family walked all the way to the west end of the village before they were willing to go back.
Especially Liu, who cried so much that she couldn't wipe away all her tears and snot.
"Sister-in-law, don't worry, my mother and father will definitely take good care of Xiaojie."
Zhu patted her sister-in-law on the shoulder and told her to relax.
"Yeah, I'm not worried about him, but I feel bad when the child is gone."
Not only did she feel bad, everyone felt uncomfortable.
The two most noisy little rascals in the family went to school, and the house suddenly became less lively.
Old Mrs. Zhou was busy doing her work with her head down and didn't want to talk.
Zhou Mingshu didn't want to seek excitement at this time, so he just played with the puppy outside the door.
The puppy has been home for a while. It is a brown-haired puppy with a chubby face, so we named it Hu Zi.
The little guy is very close to Zhou Minghua, and usually follows her wherever she goes.
Now that Zhou Mingyuan is not at home, Zhou Minghua has no one to play with her, so she naturally becomes closer to the puppy and even wants to hug it before sleeping.