mtl008 Chapter 130: Go to the scrap yard separately and return to Wuyang County
Chapter 130: Go to the scrap yard separately and return to Wuyang County
After mailing the package at the post office, Lu Chuan rushed to Beijing Railway Station without stopping.
Because he will set off to return to Wuyang County Haishi the day after tomorrow, and when will they meet again after this separation? Thinking of this, Lu Chuan couldn't help but feel a little melancholy in his heart.
When he stepped into the ticket hall, he was surprised by the scene in front of him. The hall was crowded with people and noisy sounds were rising and falling, as if they were going to break through the roof. Lu Chuan secretly guessed that maybe it was because today was the weekend, so the station was so lively.
He carefully squeezed into the crowd, lined up patiently, and waited quietly for the moment to buy tickets.
Finally, it was Lu Chuan's turn. He nervously handed over his ID card and money, hoping to successfully buy three train tickets back to Wuyang County Hai City the day after tomorrow. Fortunately, everything went smoothly and he successfully got the tickets. However, holding the tickets in his hand, Lu Chuan's mood became unusually heavy.
He walked out of the train station silently, looked up at the sky, and took a deep breath. At this moment, his mind kept flashing back to the good times he had spent here, those days of laughing and struggling with his friends, which have now become precious memories.
He knew that this departure meant that he would embark on a new journey and face unknown challenges and difficulties. But at the same time, he firmly believed that he would be able to bravely face the future and move forward firmly.
Lu Chuan slowly turned around and walked away with firm steps. His back gradually went farther and farther away, and finally disappeared in the crowd.
After buying the ticket, Lu Chuan rode his bicycle there.
When I got home, I found that my wife had just gotten up, so I smiled and said to her, "Wife, I bought a train ticket for around nine o'clock the day after tomorrow. I have to go back the day after tomorrow. Here is the train ticket."
However, Mother Lu, who had just walked out of the kitchen, also happened to hear what I said. She seemed very surprised and asked quickly, "Xiaochuan, why are you going back so soon?"
Hearing my mother's question, I couldn't help laughing and replied, "Mom, I came back this time to take care of some things and bring the kids back for their birthdays. Now that everything is done, of course I have to go back to work! And my vacation is almost over." As I said that, I handed the train ticket to my mother.
The mother took the train ticket, carefully looked at the time and train number, then sighed and said, "Well, you young people are busy with work, and we understand that; but you should come back to see us more often when you have time in the future!"
I nodded to show that I understood, and then said to my mother, "Don't worry, Mom, I will take you and Dad to visit me when I have the chance."
Then, I turned to look at my wife, my eyes full of love and concern, and said gently: "Wife, you should have a good rest these two days and don't be too tired. I will spend more time with our mother and help her share some housework."
After listening to me, Lu Chuan saw a happy smile on his mother's face, tears of emotion flashing in her eyes, and she nodded in agreement. She knew that I was not only a good husband, but also a filial son.
Bai Zhizhi looked indifferent. After all, no matter where she was, she could adapt and enjoy life. Her mentality was always so peaceful, which made people admire her tenacity and optimism.
That’s it. Currently, only Mother Lu is a little sad at home.
After all, she had to say goodbye to her son, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren. Although she was reluctant, she also understood that the children had their own lives to pursue.
Later, Grandpa Lu and Grandma Lu also got up. Seeing that Mother Lu looked sad, they asked with concern, "Xiaoyan, what's wrong? You look so sad so early in the morning."
Lu Chuan also knew that his mother was reluctant to let him leave, so he gently hugged his mother and comforted her.
Then he explained to his grandpa and grandma: "Grandpa and grandma, our family of five will go back the day after tomorrow. My vacation is about to end, so we have to prepare for the return trip in advance. Mom can't bear to leave me!"
After hearing this, Grandpa Lu and Grandma also showed a look of reluctance.
"You're leaving so soon. I haven't spent enough time with my grandson and great-grandson/great-granddaughter these days." said Grandma Lu.
"Yeah, I don't know when we'll meet again." Grandpa Lu agreed.
Lu Chuan quickly said, "Grandpa and grandma, don't worry, I will call you often. Next time I have the chance, I will bring my whole family back to see you."
At this time, Lu Chuan's second triplet daughter, Xiao Yumao, ran over and hugged his legs.
"Dad, I don't want to leave. I want to stay here forever." The little guy said with tears in his eyes.
The third of the triplets, Xiaotuanzi, also said with his sister: "Dad, can you go back first? Mom, my brother and sister and I will go back later. Can you come back to pick us up after you are done?"
Lu Chuan squatted down, hugged his son and daughter, and then touched his daughter and youngest son's head and said, "My dears, I am reluctant to leave here, but we have to go back. You have to prepare to go to school, and I have to go to work. Let's come back and play next time we have a holiday, okay?"
The younger son nodded sensibly.
Seeing his daughter nod tenderly, Lu Chuan compromised as well. Then he turned to look at his eldest son, who was lying obediently in his wife's arms, looking at him.
Lu Chuan looked at his family and his heart was filled with warmth and strength. He knew that no matter where he was, his loved ones would accompany him and support him as he moved forward.
After breakfast, Lu Chuan began to pack his luggage. He folded his clothes neatly and put them into the suitcase, while Bai Zhizhi helped check if there was anything missing.
"Honey, please take those cotton slippers with you. The train is very cold and your feet will get cold easily." Bai Zhizhi reminded carefully.
"Okay, I almost forgot." Lu Chuan picked up the slippers and placed them next to the suitcase.
Then, Lu Chuan went to check the children's school bags to make sure they had all their school supplies.
"Dad, I can't find my pencil case!" the youngest son said anxiously.
"Don't worry, baby, let's look for it together." Lu Chuan comforted.
Finally, he found the pencil case in the corner of the sofa. Lu Chuan breathed a sigh of relief, "Okay, everything is ready."
After I finished packing, more than two hours had passed and it was already 10:16.
Because there were some leftover meat and vegetables from yesterday, and today was Saturday, Lu's mother and the others didn't have to go to work, so Bai Zhizhi and the others had time to go to the scrap yard in Jing City for a "treasure hunt".
The two men rode their bicycles slowly forward, and the wheels made a slight creaking sound, as if playing a peaceful movement. Their destination was a scrap yard, where the treasure they needed might be hidden.
There was an old man sitting at the door of the scrap yard, looking a little lonely. Lu Chuan took out a pack of cheap cigarettes from the space, carefully took out two, and quietly handed them to the old man.
The old man was dozing off when he was suddenly awakened. He looked at the two people in front of him alertly, with a hint of vigilance and fear in his eyes. The old man's voice was low and hoarse, revealing his inner uneasiness.
He asked, "Who are you? Why are you giving me a cigarette?" The question was full of doubt and worry, and the old man was obviously highly wary of strangers.
Lu Chuan smiled and replied, "Uncle, my husband and I just moved to Beijing, and our family doesn't have enough money to buy new furniture. Someone suggested that we go to the scrap yard and see if we can find some cheap and practical furniture. So, we came here to look for suitable items." His explanation sounded reasonable and reassuring.
After hearing Lu Chuan's explanation, the old man's expression gradually relaxed and he revealed a faint smile. He said, "Oh, so that's the case. Then you guys hurry up, I have to get off work in about an hour." There was a hint of urging in his tone, as if he hoped that they could complete the transaction as soon as possible and not delay his working time.
Bai Zhizhi and Lu Chuan nodded repeatedly, with a hint of excitement in their eyes. They knew that time was running out, but they did not dare to appear too anxious for fear of arousing the old man's suspicion.
When the old man saw that Bai Zhizhi and Lu Chuan agreed so readily, the doubts in his heart gradually dissipated, and he waved his hand to signal them that they could go in and choose the items.
After entering the scrap yard, Bai Zhizhi quickly looked around to make sure no one else around noticed them.
She said to Lu Chuan in a low voice: "Just stay here and keep an eye on the outside. If there is any movement, tell me immediately." Lu Chuan nodded vigorously, indicating that he understood the task.
Then, Bai Zhizhi closed her eyes, concentrated, and used her powerful will to take out the mysterious "metal detector" from the space. She held the detector carefully, as if holding an extremely precious pearl, then slowly stood up and began to carefully scan around the scrap yard.
Before long, the sound from the detector became more and more frequent, which meant that there were a lot of metal objects around her. Every beep from the detector seemed to tell her that there were endless treasures hidden here.
Bai Zhizhi's heartbeat quickened involuntarily. She knew that this meant there might be a large number of metal objects nearby. She suppressed her inner excitement, tried to stay calm, and continued to search carefully.
As time passed, she discovered many treasures that made her heart beat faster - gold products, jewelry, jade bracelets, jade pendants, jade hairpins... These were the wealth she had always dreamed of, which could allow her and her family to live a better life.
In addition to gold, silver and treasures, Bai Zhizhi also accidentally discovered some huanghuali furniture. Although these furniture are already dilapidated, they still exude a unique charm. They are treasures of ancient culture and have extremely high collection value.
Bai Zhizhi quickly used her mind to store these treasures into space, ensuring that they would not be discovered by others. She became more and more excited because these treasures were enough to change her destiny, but she knew that now was not the time to celebrate and she had to leave here as soon as possible to avoid causing unnecessary trouble.
Bai Zhizhi and Lu Chuan also picked up some high school textbooks and two medical books. There were still two years before the college entrance examination was resumed, and they would be only about 2 years old by then and could go to college.
While Bai Zhizhi was collecting treasures, Lu Chuan nervously watched the movements around him.
Suddenly, he noticed a truck coming in the distance, which seemed to be transporting waste.
"Zhizhi, hurry up! The truck is coming!" Lu Chuan whispered anxiously.
Upon hearing this, Bai Zhizhi quickened her pace. She quickly put the last few treasures into the space, then she and Lu Chuan carried the selected old furniture and textbooks, paid the money, and hurriedly left the scrap station.
Back home, Bai Zhizhi and Lu Chuan excitedly showed off their harvest.
The whole family sat together, admiring these precious items, their hearts filled with joy.
However, Bai Zhizhi knew that they could not keep these treasures for a long time, so she decided to find a reliable buyer to exchange these treasures for cash and create better living conditions for the family.
At the same time, Lu Chuan also began to prepare for his return trip. He packed his bags, said goodbye to his family, his heart full of expectations and longings for the future.
The next day, the whole family got up early. Lu Chuan carried the luggage and held his youngest daughter's hand, while Bai Zhizhi held her youngest son and held her eldest son's hand, and they walked out of the house together.
"Goodbye, great-grandpa and great-grandma, grandpa and grandma, goodbye, our home!" The children waved goodbye.
Lu Chuan and Bai Zhizhi rented a tricycle with the children and headed towards Jingshi Railway Station. The family of five was about to board the train back to Haishi. They were excited but reluctant to leave.
The future life is full of unknowns, but they firmly believe that as long as the family is united, they will be able to overcome any difficulties.
At around seven o'clock in the morning on January 1974, 1, before daybreak, Lu Chuan and Bai Zhizhi brought the children to the train station.
The cold air blew in their faces, making people shiver, but this did not affect their enthusiasm to go home.
Entering the waiting hall, Lu Chuan and his family found five empty seats and sat down. He looked around and saw many people in a hurry. He couldn't help but feel a sense of emotion in his heart. These people might also be running for family, career or other goals.
He recalled his original intention of leaving his hometown, which was to pursue his dreams and find a better life. Now, although he has gained something, he also feels the bitterness of parting. He knows that this separation is only temporary, and there will be more reunions waiting for them in the future.
The train slowly pulled into the platform and blew a long whistle. Lu Chuan picked up the luggage and took the children to the return train. The carriage was filled with a familiar atmosphere, which made people feel warm.
He found his seat, put his luggage away, then sat by the window, quietly admiring the view outside. As the train started, the outline of the city gradually blurred, replaced by a vast field.
Lu Chuan looked out the window at the city gradually receding, and vowed in his heart: "I will work harder to create better living conditions for my family. The next time we get together, we will definitely be happier!"
At this time, the sun rose from the east, and the sunlight shone through the car window onto Lu Chuan's face, warm and bright. He believed that in the days to come, no matter what difficulties and challenges they encountered, as long as the family was united, they would be able to overcome everything.
Because home is the most solid support.