Later, Old Jin helped out Lian Manman's family a few times, and Lian Manman's family reciprocated in turn. For instance, sweet potatoes and corn seeds – Old Jin shared in receiving them.
Thus, although Lian Shouxin and Lady Zhang were still wary of Old Jin's background, the two families maintained a friendly relationship in the village.
When Old Jin spoke, Lian Shouxin was noticeably more enthusiastic compared to how he treated others.
Lady Zhang, Lian Manman, and Xiao Qi followed Lian Shouxin to the edge of the field. Lian Manman and Xiao Qi brought buckets to give Little Yellow Ox water. The family had acquired two robust green mules, but Xiao Qi still cherished his Little Yellow Ox the most. Over the year, Little Yellow Ox had grown from a young ox into a "young adult" ox.
