Sweet Little Wife of the '60s.

Summary

Shen Jiao contemplates the situation of her cousin Shen Xiu, whose family is in distress due to gas poisoning affecting her parents. Despite her pride in supporting rural construction, Shen Xiu pleads with the leaders to allow her to stay home and care for her parents, highlighting her family's struggles. Aunt Liu and Shen Jia Xing advocate for Shen Xiu, questioning the government's decision to send her away at just fifteen. As Shen Xiu expresses her desperation by banging her head against the ground, the cadre women soften and agree to report her circumstances. After they leave, Aunt Liu comforts Shen Xiu, and Shen Jia Xing suggests that Shen Jiao contact Han Qi Xiu for help. However, Shen Jiao learns that Han is unavailable, leading to disappointment. On the day before Shen Xiu's departure, Shen Jia Xing reveals she will remain at home temporarily, but she is still expected to fulfill her duties in six months. Shen Jiao feels conflicted, relieved that Shen Xiu is not leaving yet but also anxious about her eventual departure. Later, Shen Jia Xing inquires about the gas poisoning incident, and Shen Xiu explains the circumstances surrounding it. Shen Jiao questions why Shen Xiu was unharmed while her parents suffered, and although Shen Xiu provides a plausible explanation, Shen Jiao remains suspicious of the coincidence.

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