His daughter was actually incredibly strong?
Mu Changhong couldn’t help thinking to himself.
It wasn’t until he personally saw Mu Xi pick up both bags and walk out of the house that he finally believed it. At the same time, he felt much more reassured.
With that kind of strength, working in the fields after reaching the countryside should at least be easier for her, and she would also be less likely to be bullied.
Those were the two things he worried about most.
Now, his daughter had given him quite a pleasant surprise.
The family of three arrived at the train station and found the special train for educated youths.
Many people had arrived even earlier than Mu Xi and her parents. Looking at the young men and women, their faces filled with uncertainty and apprehension, it was obvious that they were all educated youths about to be sent down to the countryside.
The parents and relatives surrounding them all looked worried, and some had even begun to cry.
The atmosphere of parting made the three members of the Mu family unusually silent.
In the end, Mu Xi really couldn’t stand the atmosphere and began giving them a few reminders.
“Mom, Dad, you absolutely have to take care of yourselves. Nothing is more important than staying healthy.
“Try to exchange for some milk powder coupons from time to time and buy some milk powder for yourselves. It’s excellent for nourishing the body.
“And don’t be reluctant to spend money on food. Mu You is still growing, so he can’t go without meat, eggs, and vegetables. The same goes for both of you. If I come back next time and find that you’ve lost weight, I’m going to make a fuss.
“And you don’t need to send me money. There are plenty of mountains in the Northeast. When you live by the mountains, you live off the mountains. Maybe I’ll even eat better there than you do in the city, so you don’t need to worry about me.
“Once I’ve settled down in the Northeast, I’ll write to Eldest Sister too. I might even mail her some things. Anyway, just relax. I’ll definitely take good care of myself and won’t make you worry!”
To be honest, she was actually quite looking forward to the life of an educated youth that was about to begin.
Of course, that was because she had the confidence to face it.
If she didn’t have her ability and couldn’t cultivate, then even if her parents had given her plenty of money, there was no way she could possess her current confidence and state of mind.
After all, money and material possessions were merely external things. One’s own strength was the greatest guarantee.
Because she possessed strength, she didn’t fear heavy farm work, nor did she fear any unpleasant situations she might encounter.
Ultimately, the glass bead deserved the greatest credit.
Hearing Mu Xi’s words, both Mu Changhong and Jiang Yun were visibly moved. Jiang Yun even turned her head and wiped the corner of her eye.
When she turned back, her eyes were red, but she smiled as she stroked Mu Xi’s head.
“Xixi really has grown up. You even know how to reassure your mom and dad now. Just take good care of yourself. You don’t need to worry about anything at home.
“Oh, right, Xixi. Once you reach the countryside, you absolutely must not start dating anyone, understand? Even another educated youth who was sent down there is out of the question. If you want to find someone, wait until you come back.
“It’s not that Mom looks down on people from the countryside. It’s just that if your backgrounds don’t match, you’ll definitely be the one who suffers in the future. Your dad and I spent money putting you through high school. We didn’t do that just so you could go slave away for someone else’s family!
“Your dad and I may not have given you a life of great wealth and luxury, but you should have your own standards in your heart. If getting together with someone means your standard of living actually drops, then that means he isn’t a suitable partner. Xixi, you must remember what Mom is telling you, understand?”
Holding Mu Xi’s hand, Jiang Yun rambled on with reminder after reminder.
Mu Xi wholeheartedly agreed with that last statement.
She nodded solemnly.
“Mom, I’ll remember everything. I definitely won’t find myself an entire family of burdens!
“If I ever want to find a partner in the future, I’ll find an only child whose parents have both passed away. That way, there won’t be any parents-in-law for me to take care of, nor any brothers, sisters, sisters-in-law, or other relatives I’ll have to deal with.”