''Xiu'er, is Xiu'er at home?'' Someone knocked on the door and shouted.
Pei Xiu put down her dirty clothes and went to open the door. Outside the door, a woman in her early thirties, carrying a basket, was the mother-in-law's sister-in-law who came to the door.
''What's the matter, Xiu'er, I heard someone in the village say that you broke your head. Have you seen the doctor? When your elder brother heard about it, he quickly called me over to take a look. '' The elder sister-in-law's surname is Yang, her name is Yang Tao, and her parents' family is from the nearby Dali Village. The elder sister-in-law came in with a basket and said while walking, reaching out and rubbing her head.
''It's fine, I just had a fever in those days, I fell dizzy and didn't pay attention. I saw the doctor and it was all right. Just wait for it to scab over. '' Pei Xiu glanced over her head unnaturally, she didn't like strangers touching her head.
The original sister-in-law is a good eldest sister-in-law who protects her calf. She never treated her harshly in the years before she got married, nor did she despise her for not being able to marry and eat at home for nothing. If you hear gossip outside, you will stand up and spit at others, which is the most protective of shortness. She also respects her sister-in-law very much, and will go back to discuss with her about anything at home.
''There is nothing good at home, you should keep this basket of eggs to nourish your body. '' Sister-in-law pulled Pei Xiu and whispered again: ''Why do you call Zhou Cheng to wash pig intestines, why did you buy that stinky one? ''
''He's okay, I'm all injured, he has to help me with some work to share. This pork intestine is well cooked, it is better than meat."
Sister-in-law is skeptical.
''Since sister-in-law is here, let's save it for dinner. I have something to ask you. '' Pei Xiu took her sister-in-law into the room and showed her the cloth she bought, but she was worried about what to do with the clothes.
''How did you buy the cloth for this old nose and the cotton? How much did it cost? You usually live a good life. '' Sister-in-law looked at the pile of cloth and touched it, took apart the cotton bag and looked at it, and asked in surprise.
''It's not for autumn, it's going to be cat winter soon. After saving for so many years, the family doesn't even have any decent clothes or quilts. It is better to spend this unjust money to wear warm clothes and eat well. I fell ill for a while, but I think about it, no matter how important money is, it is not as important as my health. '' Pei Xiu said with emotion, if the original body was not too bad, he would not have had a fever and tossed himself away. It's not her turn to come.
''Then how many clothes are you planning to make? You have bought too many. ''
''Not much, think about it, sister-in-law. There are five in my family, and now there are six. One person and two wear autumn clothes and two winter clothes. We will make two more quilts and two quilt covers. I'm still thinking the use of white cotton cloth to make two more undershirts, and make two pairs of shorts for the children and Zhou Cheng. These cloths are not necessarily enough. ''
Sister-in-law was speechless, this little sister-in-law either doesn't do it, and will give you a big move as soon as she does. And why is there another mouthful of people, ''You have a boy again? ''
Pei Xiu blushed embarrassedly,'' What did my sister-in-law say, there is now a child in the family, the child of Zhou Cheng's saviour, and the family is in trouble, so he will live with us in the future. '' Pei Xiu threw the blame on Zhou Cheng without any burden, and he admitted it anyway.
''My sister-in-law first helped me to see how big the children fit. I haven't made clothes for many years, and my hands are born, so I can only sew and mend, don't waste such a good cloth. First make the child's clothes. The new child is called Zhou Shan, the same age as Mu Tou. ''
''Okay, there's nothing to do at home right now. With your brother here, I'll cut two jobs for you first and teach you. ''My sister-in-law is also a neat person, she just did what she said, picked up the scissors and pulled the blue cloth, and cut it while explaining, '' Several children are growing, the sleeves, hem, and trousers are all long and sewn up. If it's short, you can put it down and wear it for a few more years. ''
Pei Xiu listened and studied attentively on the side, and helped her sister-in-law by threading the needles. In the future, she will do all this by herself, and she can't rely on her sister-in-law.
In the middle of the afternoon, I followed my sister-in-law to learn how to make clothes. With the basics, Pei Xiu won't be so difficult to learn, and he can make a child's clothes.
''Sister-in-law has done enough, I will cook dinner, you will come back after dinner. '' Pei Xiu sat for an afternoon, raised his head and twisted his neck, seeing that it was getting late, and thinking about cooking first, it was getting dark earlier now.
''No, don't cook for me, there are still five mouths waiting to eat at home, I'll go back after I cut this one, and I'll come to help you tomorrow after the housework is finished. '' My sister-in-law looked up at the sky and found that it was getting late, so she had to go back to cook quickly.
'' Pei Qing is almost fifteen, so she can cook now, and he can make a good home. Can you go back after dinner? '' Sister-in-law has four children. The eldest daughter, Pei Qing, is fifteen years old and is talking about marry soon. Two sons, one is thirteen and the other is ten years old, and the youngest daughter is only six years old.
''Because of marriage, she had to take care of her face and hands and do less work. The girl lived in her parents' home for a few years, so she lived a comfortable life. It won't be so good when you get married. You are more fortunate, marrying Zhou Cheng and living separately, and you don't have to live under the same roof as your in-laws. After so many years, it can be seen that Zhou Cheng looks a little fierce, but he is actually good to his wife. You have a good time with Zhou Cheng, and you don't want to be such a loser again. '' The sister-in-law said earnestly by the way.
This is Pei Xiu's first warm and touching message in another world, ''I know, thank you sister-in-law. ''
''Don't do it too late, don't do it when it's dark, it hurts your eyes, and you'll do it tomorrow and during the day. I'm looking to come early tomorrow. '' The sister-in-law put down the scissors, got up and left as she spoke.
After Pei Xiu sent her sister-in-law out, she looked at the lush green mountains in the distance. It hurts the eyes to do needlework. The light in the room is not good. She has suffered from wearing glasses. Now she must cherish and protect her eyes. In ancient times, there were no glasses to match, and she did not want to be blind.
When she went to the kitchen to see the treated pigs, Pei Xiu felt that Zhou Cheng was a good person, and he would not shirk even if he was asked to work. Some modern men can make money just like the uncle, and do nothing at home.
Pei Xiu saw that the autumn harvest had just passed, and the family had enough food, so she planned to cook a thicker pot of porridge. Zhou Shan brought back the steamed buns she gave, and warmed the steamed buns at night.
Put the steamed buns to eat tomorrow morning. The bones and lean meat are also cooked tomorrow. I originally planned to cook the lard in the afternoon, wash the clothes, and make the clothes tomorrow. Coincidentally, my sister-in-law came over, so I got to make dressed first. Today is this time, I only have time to cook dinner, but I can't do anything.