Sweet Little Wife of the '60s.

Summary

Shen Jia Xing hires Shi Hong Mei for fifteen Yuan a month to help care for Shen Xiu, which is a good salary compared to the typical earnings of a small nanny. Shi Hong Mei, with her total income of thirty-three Yuan and fifty cents, manages to support her two children comfortably. Shen Jiao advises her to stop making paper boxes, deeming it unworthy compared to her past work as an embroiderer. Shi Tie Jun, who has been a source of torment for Shen Jiao, departs for labor in the mountains, evoking no sympathy from her despite his sisters' emotional farewell. Shen Jiao reflects on the deep impact Shi Tie Jun had on her original self, contributing to her timid nature. Meanwhile, Shen Jia Xing works diligently at the textile factory, and Shen Jiao knits a sweater for him, preferring the crochet method. Aunt Lu visits, revealing her night shift work at the factory, which affects her health. Despite her frugality, she maintains a facade of wealth with beautiful bedding for guests, while using an old, patched sheet at night.

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