Transmigrated as Cannon Fodder — I Rise to Female Lead Through Hard Work-Chapter 195: Bridal Gifts

Ding Weihuo and Li Hongying were not gossipy people; neither of them said much about Huang Xiaobao’s family, only mentioning that he was a colleague of Anguo, they were both young, suited each other’s taste, and had set a date. They didn’t divulge much beyond that.

However, human imagination is boundless. Starting from the small car, people couldn’t help but speculate. The family must have some officials, or perhaps some red generations (privileged class), in any case, a family capable of affluence through generations.

Of course, people’s imaginations are based on some facts, because in this era, affluent families were typically just those kinds of families.

After the double harvest was over, everyone was exhausted, but still, some villagers came to Ding Weihuo’s house carrying home-raised eggs, vegetables, or homemade tofu, all in the name of congratulating Ding Anmin on finding such a good family.

With such a title, the gifts were hard to refuse, but they couldn’t be accepted without reciprocation. Many sent gifts, so Li Hongying sent corresponding returns, such as candy, pastries, or homemade mantou. Fortunately, the gifts from the Huang Family were so generous, otherwise, Li Hongying would have struggled to find something to return.

The villagers also tasted the food brought by the Huang Family, sharing in the joy, and through this, the whole village knew that the Huang Family truly valued Ding Anmin. Otherwise, how could such precious treats like milk candies, peach crisps, and biscuits be delivered in such abundance?

Of course, what the Huang Family sent wasn’t limited to just these; the food was only a part. They also sent cloth and ready-made clothes, with the clothes for Ding Anmin and the cloth for the whole family. Each person could make a new outfit. So many cloth tickets that an average family couldn’t save up in years.

The most valuable was an imported watch. Ding Anmin already had a watch, so the old one was given to Li Hongying.

Holding the watch left Li Hongying somewhat at a loss. She didn’t need to wear a watch to work, and if she wore it out, who knew how many people would envy and be jealous of her. They needed to keep a low profile now, or before long, people would come to borrow money.

"Let’s keep it at home. We’ll look at it when we’re here, and you can wear it when we occasionally go to the city," Ding Weihuo said gently, smiling as he made the decision.

The mere act of visiting brought so many gifts. Now, Li Hongying began to prepare a dowry for Ding Anmin seriously, although her brow still bore some traces of worry. However, this worry faded soon enough.

Yi Roujing sorted through the tickets she had, picking out the useful ones, like those for a sewing machine and a radio. She decided to buy these two items as extra gifts for Ding Anmin, along with some money to put in the bottom drawer. Perfect.

Ding Ancheng, of course, had no objections, kissing her several times. His wife was truly generous.

That evening Yi Roujing told Li Hongying about it, taking her by surprise. Sewing machines and radios were expensive and valuable items. Any girl having one of them as a dowry could hold her head high.

"This, this, it costs a lot, and the tickets aren’t easy to obtain," Li Hongying hesitated, "Your wages aren’t much, and these two items would cost half a year’s salary for you both. How will you eat?"

"But mom, to be honest, I wanted to give Anmin something nice as a dowry. Over the years, your father and I have saved some money, about a thousand yuan in hand. We’ll buy the tickets at half price and pay for the items," Li Hongying said seriously.

"Anguo is, after all, officially employed. He can save up for his wedding money and tickets, and in a couple of years, we can give them more then."

Yi Roujing smiled, "Mom, just take it. Ancheng and I are Anmin’s older brother and sister-in-law. We have the means to give more, and we have money. Don’t worry, mom, besides..."

"Mom, haven’t you heard about Anguo’s engagement yet?" Yi Roujing smiled slyly, "She’s my colleague, a nurse at the food factory’s workers’ hospital. They just confirmed their relationship a few days ago."

"Anguo might get married next year when he turns twenty. He’ll need to save up for his wedding."

"What, what, Anguo, is he dating?" Li Hongying was stunned for a moment.

"Yes, the girl is excellent on her own, and her family is not bad either," Yi Roujing briefly described Feng Lishu’s situation. "They picked each other. Anguo, after all, is the man. He needs to be proactive and might bring her home soon to meet his future in-laws."

"Mom, after Anguo gets married, why don’t you and dad settle in the county? Sometimes stay with Anguo and his wife on Bright Alley, sometimes with Ancheng and me," Yi Roujing suggested, "Once we transfer the residency from the house on Bright Alley, we’ll sign it over to you two. This way, Anguo and his wife won’t feel uncomfortable living there."

Upon hearing this, Li Hongying became anxious, "That house was bought with your and Ancheng’s money. Why give it to us?"

"We’re giving it to you, and we can visit and stay as usual, with no impact," Yi Roujing replied casually.

"Oh, you are so generous," Li Hongying said helplessly, though deeply touched.

"Mom, I know Ancheng’s background too. You and dad have treated him so well that most people wouldn’t do the same. If you and dad don’t accept this, Ancheng will be hurt. He considers you as his own parents. Giving his parents something and having them refuse would make him feel like an outsider."

"Don’t tell me nonsense," Li Hongying wasn’t falling for it, "We’ve always treated Ancheng as our own son. Even if he were our biological son, he shouldn’t give us such things."

"But this is Ancheng’s decision," Yi Roujing said earnestly, "He wants to give back. If you don’t accept it, he’ll be disappointed. It’s within his ability."

Hearing this, Li Hongying fell silent. Regarding Ding Ancheng’s work, Li Hongying didn’t understand much. Although she knew he had a decent salary, honestly, it seemed impossible to buy a house and still have so much left with just a teacher’s income. Yet, Ding Ancheng had his own plans, and Li Hongying could neither interfere nor had the ability to do so.

"Ancheng, did he do anything unfavorable?" Li Hongying asked indirectly, but Yi Roujing understood.

"Mom, we don’t need to worry about Ancheng’s actions. We should just be his steady support," Yi Roujing thought clearly, and upon hearing this, Li Hongying suddenly smiled.

"You’re right," Li Hongying remarked, "Ancheng and you are truly a perfect match. It was only after marrying you that the kid got some aura of simplicity. Roujing, thank you."

When Yi Roujing returned to her room, she looked at Ding Ancheng with deep admiration.

"What’s up?" Ding Ancheng pulled her onto his lap, enveloping her entirely, and resting his head on her shoulder, he lightly kissed her.

"Hmm—" Yi Roujing concentrated and said, "Mom really cares about you."

Ding Ancheng chuckled, "Don’t I care about you too?"

"Hmm? You’re alright, I guess." Yi Roujing laughed, turning in his embrace, and kissed him.

All night long, Ding Ancheng was physically proving he was more than just alright.