Li Qinghai gave a bitter smile as he watched Mr. Gu's back, feeling a bitterness in his heart. This in-law was good in many ways, with a sharp mind, but right from the start his heart was bent, and once that happens, everything he does is biased.
He strolled back to the shabby cave dwelling with his hands behind his back.
Gu Ruhai had already returned. Just as he finished tidying up, he saw his father-in-law walk in and quickly greeted him, "Dad, you must be tired. Wash up; dinner is about to be served."
Now Gu Ruhai wasn't as stiff around Li Qinghai; at least he could exchange a few polite remarks.
Li Qinghai chuckled, nodded, then washed his face and hands before going inside to eat.
The family was still eating the same meals as the workers.
They fried some peanuts specially for Li Qinghai and brought out the leftover liquor from the New Year. Li Qinghai had a taste for it and would often have a sip or two at mealtimes at home.
