Chapter 51: Has the Elder Branch Changed Their Ways?

As expected.

When Jiang An’an got off work and returned home, she heard laughter and chatter coming from next door, and the smell of meat wafted into her nose.

As if in competition, they were stewing meat next door while they were making white flour dumplings here.

Lin Meiru was chopping the fatty pork on the chopping board with a loud bang, venting her dissatisfaction, “How did he get released? Didn’t they say he would be locked up for a few months?”

Jiang Degui squatted by the stove, looking aggrieved, “How would I know?”

He was so wronged.

His older brother suddenly returned home, and his wife actually locked him up and beat him. If it hadn’t been for his eldest daughter’s plea, his wife might have broken his leg.

“You’re his own brother, can’t you go next door and find out what’s going on?” Lin Meiru glared at him fiercely.

Jiang Degui: “…” Okay, they’re brothers again now.

If he dared to go to their door, his wife would probably coldly sneer, “You’re truly brothers who share the same bone and marrow,” being a man was so hard.

The couple were arguing in the kitchen, unaware that outside, Jiang Dezhu suddenly arrived with a basket of eggs.

He hunched his shoulders, meeting Jiang An’an’s cold gaze, and a smile bloomed on his wrinkled old face, “An’an, I was wrong last time, I’m here to apologize.”

Jiang An’an smiled, “Uncle, if you’re truly sincere, you have to clear my name and Big Sister’s name in front of the whole village.” A basket of eggs was not enough to make things go away, Uncle was really dreaming.

Jiang Dezhu’s fingers holding the basket tightened, a flash of hatred crossed his face. The little girl was stubborn and wouldn’t budge, she actually wanted to publicly execute him in front of the whole village, she was too vicious.

Damn it, if it hadn’t been for Gao Fei’s warning in prison to be patient, he would have smashed the eggs on the little girl’s face.

“Okay, if it’s my niece’s special request, Uncle will definitely do it.”

Jiang An’an immediately pulled a long face, her tone cold, “Uncle, don’t spread this around, you can’t use this to make a name for yourself at my expense, can you? It’s only right to apologize for your mistakes, if you want to reform yourself, Grandma and your cousins will be the happiest.”

Humph! The old man was still up to no good, he was trying to dig a hole for her!

“Yes, yes, yes.” Jiang Dezhu hunched over, his attitude sincere.

Jiang An’an thoughtfully stroked her chin, interesting, what did the second branch have that Uncle was after?

“What are you doing here? Get out of here.”

With a roar from Lin Meiru, a kitchen knife suddenly flew towards him, straight into the wooden door opposite.

Jiang Dezhu almost peed his pants.

“Brother… sister-in-law…”

He was met with a barrage of blows, Lin Meiru’s face contorted with fury, she swung her broom mercilessly at him.

Jiang Dezhu ran back and forth, pleading with his brother, “Second Brother, quickly tell your crazy wife to stop, I’m here to deliver eggs to my two nieces.”

“Pfft!”

Jiang Degui spat on the ground, encouraging his wife, “Hit him harder, include my share.” His older brother had hurt his daughters time and time again, how could he be a man if he didn’t have a bit of temper?

Rural women often worked in the fields, carrying water and hauling manure was nothing to them, their punches were so strong that Jiang Dezhu wanted to curse, finally, he couldn’t take it anymore and left with a bruised and battered face.

“An’an, you’re too soft-hearted, next time you see someone from the elder branch, don’t be polite, just kick them out.” Lin Meiru was panting heavily from exhaustion.

Jiang An’an tilted her head, pointing at herself, “I’m soft-hearted?” Her mother’s filter was too thick, wasn’t it?

Big Sister Jiang Shulan came over and pinched her cheek, laughing, “It’s quite soft.”

The two sisters immediately started to play around.

Although it was a bit annoying that Uncle was released, the whole family was looking forward to the evening party tomorrow night. With a sense of excitement, the first evening party in Yunzhou County in many years finally began.

The weather was kind, the moon was bright and the stars were sparse.

The venue was set up in front of the commune, large enough to accommodate several thousand people. The stage was built with solid wood into a high platform, and the backdrop depicted a festive scene of a bumper harvest under the red flag.

“The stage design is beautiful.” Jiang An’an gave Wen Hao a thumbs up.

Wen Hao said modestly, “Unfortunately, there isn’t enough paint, and the equipment in Yunzhou County isn’t as good as in the capital, I can do better next time.” Preparing for the evening party was really easier than farming, and it could also show his unique value!

Jiang An’an: “Don’t worry, we’ll definitely ask you again next time.”

The two exchanged a knowing smile.

The evening party was entrusted to Yang Qing, even the hosting and coordination work was packaged and given to him.

Jiang An’an was happy to be free.

Many commune members arrived two hours early to occupy the front row seats, carrying a buckwheat bun or a bag of roasted peanuts and melon seeds.

At a glance, the effect of the lecture’s propaganda was evident. The female comrades present all stood tall, with happy expressions. The work of the Women’s Federation needed the support and efforts of all women to unite into an invincible force.

Just then, a military green pickup truck stopped outside the commune.

The commune members’ hearts pounded with excitement.

Gao Xiuhua and the other cadres surrounded the two leaders as they walked over. One was an old leader whom Jiang An’an had met at the Public Security Bureau, and the other… Secretary Jin followed closely behind, while Secretary Yang and Director Chen trailed behind, their faces full of respect, it must be the county magistrate of this county.

Jiang An’an shouted loudly, “County Magistrate Bai is here, everyone, let’s give him a round of applause.”

What?

Our Yunzhou County magistrate is really here?!

Thunderous applause erupted from all sides, the commune members were excited as if it were New Year’s Eve. The highest official they had ever seen in their lives was the commune director and secretary, let alone watching an evening party with the county magistrate.

County Magistrate Bai was amiable and approachable, he waved to the commune members.

The applause instantly became even more enthusiastic, as if it would shatter the entire sky.

“An’an, come over here and meet County Magistrate Bai.” Gao Xiuhua genuinely regarded Jiang An’an as her successor, and she always gave her a helping hand.

Jiang An’an was very grateful for Director Gao’s kindness, she walked forward confidently, “Thank you very much, County Magistrate, for coming to the front line to guide the Red Flag Commune’s harvest report work.”

Is the Red Flag Commune holding an evening party?

No, it’s a harvest report!

By switching the concept, the leaders present smiled even wider.

County Magistrate Bai turned to Gao Xiuhua and praised, “Your Women’s Federation has a young and promising cadre this year.”

A cadre! Not an intern cadre!!

Gao Xiuhua was genuinely happy for Jiang An’an, she was able to be made a full-time cadre in such a short time, something many people dreamed of, but it was also what she deserved.

Jiang An’an earned her full-time position based on her ability, although others were envious, no one raised any objections.

“Cadre Jiang will be fully responsible for the Red Flag Commune’s Women’s Federation affairs from now on, she will definitely not disappoint the leaders’ expectations.” Gao Xiuhua’s mouth almost stretched to her ears, although she was nominally a cadre, her authority was equivalent to the director of the commune’s Women’s Federation, after a couple of years, she would make achievements and then be promoted naturally!

She was truly a talent she had discovered! She had such good eyesight!!

Jiang An’an couldn’t help but pinch her palm, reminding herself to be humble and not get complacent. In fact, she wasn’t that outstanding, she just had the advantage of information from the future.