After Transmigration, I Picked Up A Husband and Daughter-Chapter 55 - Sleeping on the Floor
Chapter 55: Chapter 55 Sleeping on the Floor
Chapter 55: Chapter 55 Sleeping on the Floor
Merely six toothbrushes and three jars of bamboo salt cost her two Silver Taels, but she knew well that rare items naturally fetch high prices; such was the law of the market.
Riding the momentum of her purchases, Su Yu added various daily necessities one by one. During the process, she gradually discovered that many items she thought only existed in modern society actually existed in this era in even more primitive and simple forms.
There was no industrially produced shampoo, but there was shampoo made from slow-cooked natural herbs; there was no modern synthetic body wash, but there were bath beans that produced rich foam and nourished the skin; there were no expensive hair care oils, but there were hair oils made from the essence of various flowers, emitting a natural fragrance.
All of these reflected the ancient people’s wisdom and sophistication concerning life.
Although the prices of these natural and traditional products often deterred ordinary people, becoming exclusive to the elite class, in Su Yu’s eyes, they encapsulated the charm of nature and history, making them priceless treasures worth cherishing.
However, before making a decision, she still meticulously observed every detail of the shop — the clean and tidy storefront, the neatly stacked grains, exuding an indescribable simplicity and reliability.
The air was filled with a subtle scent of grain, bringing a sense of peace to the heart.
Su Yu silently praised the ambiance here, which was starkly different from other grain shops as it seemed to prioritize customer experience.
The waiter, seeing Su Yu nod in approval, added a touch of pride to his expression. He deftly took down several exquisite sample boxes from the shelves and displayed them to Su Yu one by one, “These are our most popular varieties of rice and flour, from the soft sticky rice of Jiangnan Water Town to the robust wheat of the Northern Cold Border, each carefully selected, top-quality grain.”
Su Yu took the box, her fingertips gently brushing over the fine rice grains and soft flour, and made up her mind.
She looked up, her gaze firm, “I’ll choose this long-grain aromatic rice from the northeast and the stone-ground whole wheat flour, ten jin of each.”
Upon hearing this, the shopkeeper himself stepped forward, his smile warm, “Miss has good taste; these two are indeed our shop’s specialties. Rest assured, at Xia’s Grain Shop, we always offer genuine products with no adulteration. Since it’s your first visit today, I’ll also gift you a bag of selected mixed grains, wishing you a happy life and good health.”
The words warmed Su Yu’s heart as she felt a level of respect and care she had never experienced before.
When paying, the shopkeeper personally packed for her, his movements skillful, carefully placing each item to ensure nothing would be damaged on the way.
Carrying the weighty bags of grains out of Xia’s Grain Shop, Su Yu felt a satisfying joy.
This shopping experience not only provided her with high-quality, value-for-money living supplies but more importantly, she felt the warmth that genuine trust brings.
In the busy and indifferent city life, this simple warmth was especially precious.
Walking home in the sunset, the golden light on her shoulders, Su Yu’s steps were light and joyful. She knew that this simple luxury in life was the best reward for her hard work.
Going forward, come rain or shine, she would continue with this persistence and optimism, finding her own happiness and satisfaction in every small aspect of life.
Inside the grain shop, the shelves were tightly packed, various goods displayed between them from the transparent sticky rice to the fragrant whole wheat flour, and the plump, round beans, they had everything.
The seasoning area was even more colorful, with bright red chili powder, enticingly aromatic Sichuan peppercorns, and jars neatly arranged, resembling a meticulously designed painting.
Just as Su Yu was immersed in the dazzling array of goods, a young and adorable child entered her view. He was carefully holding an ancient-looking pottery jar, his eyes twinkling with anticipatory light, clearly waiting for the shopkeeper to fill his empty jar with golden, transparent cooking oil.
This unexpected discovery delighted Su Yu, who had initially thought that in this era, one could only rely on using homemade lard. Little did she know that the ancient people had already mastered the exquisite technique of refining edible oils.
Without hesitation, she thought to herself “buy, buy, buy,” deciding to take these necessities into her possession.
The family granary was still quite full, but the rice stock was slowly depleting. Other items like mixed grains, seasonings, and daily necessities, after a careful selection, were also added to her shopping basket.
Soon, the goods she purchased had piled up like a small hill, yet the expense of only eight Silver Taels made Su Yu quite satisfied.
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Looking at the mountainous pile in front of her, Su Yu couldn’t help but feel a headache about how to transport it all back home.
At that moment, the shopkeeper seemed to understand her dilemma and warmly suggested, “If you don’t mind, our store offers a carriage delivery service. Just provide your home address, and you can enjoy door-to-door service.”
Upon hearing this, a bright smile spread across Su Yu’s face, and she quickly replied, “Willow Village, located above Clear Water Town.”
Upon hearing this, the shopkeeper’s expression changed slightly and he apologized, explaining that their service was only available within the city area, and for remote places like Willow Village, they really couldn’t manage.
Although Su Yu felt slightly disappointed, she still accepted the reality with a “Alright.”
Pondering the household clutter caused by Zhou Yao and particularly the forlorn basket that not only contained the toys prepared for Xixi but also the old clothes borrowed from Xie Xinghua.
Even though the clothes were old, the loss was ultimately her responsibility, so she contemplated buying a brand-new set for Xie Xinghua as compensation.
Thinking of how Jiang Ziling and Xixi’s clothes had become so white from washing and their alternating sleeping arrangements, Su Yu felt a twinge of heartache and decided she must buy new clothes for each of them and add some bedding to make a cozy sleeping spot for Jiang Ziling.
In this way, a few more items quietly made their way onto the shopping list.
Facing Su Yu’s ever-increasing shopping list, the shopkeeper thoughtfully suggested that she could store the goods in the store until she found a suitable means of transport to pick them up.
Su Yu agreed with this suggestion, believing the shopkeeper to be honest and reliable, a far cry from those merchants who deceived their customers. Thus, she continued her shopping journey with peace of mind.
In a fabric store, Su Yu meticulously picked out a few pieces of fabric with a delicate touch and warm luster. Although her sewing skills were not excellent, she believed it was always good to have these fabrics prepared.
She also didn’t forget to select suitable fabrics for Xixi, Jiang Ziling, and herself, to have new clothes made.
To compensate for Xie Xinghua’s loss, Su Yu specially picked a set of simple yet elegant clothes for her, making it a compensation that left neither side owing anything to the other.
Just as she was considering buying a few pairs of shoes, Xixi’s shoe size was easy to determine, but she hesitated over Jiang Ziling’s size.
Ultimately, considering the current situation, Su Yu decided to first buy essentials for both Xixi and herself, and as for Jiang Ziling’s part, she would have to wait for another time to plan.
