Seventies Sweetheart: From Breakup to Billionaire-Chapter 237: My Brother Is Lin Yun (Bonus 1)

Chapter 237: Chapter 237: My Brother Is Lin Yun (Bonus 1)
But plastic shoes have one fatal flaw—they tend to stink if worn for too long.
Lin Xiang bought three pairs of plastic sandals at once. She threw away one pair because it emitted an unpleasant odor, leaving her with the remaining two pairs, which she alternates wearing daily.
Plastic sandals are comfortable and durable, but they’re not very aesthetically pleasing.
So, at the shoe counter, Lin Xiang immediately fell in love with a pair of white kitten heel sandals.
Although they have small heels, the heels aren’t high, making them feel as comfortable as flat shoes.
Besides, the materials from this era are of outstanding quality, ensuring the shoes don’t rub at all.
And the price was just as attractive as the style.
Forty-two yuan.
At a time when most small leather shoes cost around twenty to thirty yuan, forty-two yuan was considered expensive.
But without even blinking, Lin Xiang bought them.
She works hard every day to earn money—isn’t it to live a good life?
If she sees something she likes and doesn’t buy it, what’s the point of saving the money? To let money make more money?
Indeed, investing money in buying a house and waiting for real estate prices to go up might earn more money, but life isn’t all about serving money.
Spending a little money to make oneself happy—why live a miserable life?
Not only does Lin Xiang buy for herself, but she also buys for Mrs. Lin.
Lin Xiang bought Mrs. Lin a dark blue dress and a set of red and black outfit, along with two pairs of black-and-white small leather shoes, all of the best quality in the department store.
Lin Xiang originally wanted to buy something for Lin Yun too, but Lin Yun refused.
"I have two sets of everyday clothes to change into, that’s enough; when I return to the military, I can only wear the uniform, so buying more would be a waste."
Lin Xiang placed her right hand under her smooth chin, "Brother, why do I feel you seem a bit down? Did something unhappy happen?"
Lin Yun forced a smile; could he be unhappy?
Originally, he promised to buy things for Lin Xiang, but the price of a dress and a pair of shoes combined is more than his two-month stipend, and the little pocket money he has is barely enough to buy Lin Xiang some snacks.
If he hadn’t had a four-thousand-yuan savings deposit, Lin Yun might have developed a deep sense of inferiority.
Now, he only has a slight sense of inferiority.
"Brother, are you thinking that your sister spends too much money and it’s putting pressure on you?"
"I wouldn’t think that way." Lin Yun turned to look at Lin Xiang, with an extremely serious expression, "I couldn’t think that way; how could I possibly think that way?"
"I would only lament that I can’t earn enough money to support you."
Sure enough, she guessed right!
Lin Xiang raised her hand and patted Lin Yun on the shoulder, "Brother, I can feel your intentions, but you need to understand, we have different pursuits in life."
"I don’t have big ambitions; I have a rather relaxed attitude, and earning money is my greatest pleasure."
"As for you, you have a great love; your dream is to protect the country, and once you put on that uniform, you’ll have to carry out your duty."
"Having money or not isn’t the standard to judge if someone is successful. In my opinion, the path you’ve chosen is much harder than mine and deserves more admiration."
She continued to pat Lin Yun’s shoulder, "Brother, you see, I’m someone who tends to speak without restraint when emotional; honestly, it can offend people. I don’t even know when I’ll be beaten up for saying the wrong thing."
"Rubbish!" Lin Yun quickly stopped Lin Xiang, "How could I let anyone bully you?"
"So, do your best at your job and strive to climb higher, even surpass your uncle’s position. That way, even if I offend someone, I’m not afraid. If someone wants to trouble me, I just need to shout, ’My brother is Lin Yun!’ and no one will dare to bully me."
Seeing Lin Xiang’s proud expression, Lin Yun almost burst into laughter from being amused.
"Yes, I will definitely be your support and rely on it."
"Let’s go, and buy the bedding!"
After buying the bedding, Lin Xiang and Lin Yun returned to the rented apartment.
Mrs. Lin sat on a stool in the main room, her fan waving so fast it almost created afterimages.
"You’re back." Mrs. Lin spoke wearily.
As she spoke, it seemed she could almost breathe fire.
It was really too hot.
The midday heat in Beijing couldn’t compare to Ji Province; it was unbearably hot.
Even when Lin Xiang took out the new clothes and shoes she bought for Mrs. Lin, she didn’t show much enthusiasm.
"Why don’t we buy an electric fan?"
Lin Yun checked the wiring; it was live.
"I have industrial coupons; we can buy an electric fan."
But electric fans aren’t cheap; Lin Yun also carried his savings deposit, planning to withdraw some money later.
Mrs. Lin experienced the coolness of an electric fan in Lin Yun’s hospital room; it was more than just cool!
"Buy, buy, buy; let’s buy one now!" Mrs. Lin urged, "I have over two hundred yuan here; is that enough? If not, you add some more?"
Lin Yun feared Mrs. Lin would refuse; unexpectedly, she was the first to agree. He said with a smile, "Mom, I’ll buy it without using your money."
"Where’d you get the money?" Mrs. Lin glared at Lin Yun, "Oh, you rascal, hiding pocket money from me? Tell me, have you been truthful about your stipend?"
Lin Yun raised his hands, "Mom, I’m innocent. Don’t I have a four-thousand-yuan deposit? I..."
"No way!" Mrs. Lin flatly refused, "That’s your wedding money; keep it well—in case of necessity, don’t use it!"
"Yes, Brother, I’ll cover the fan cost. Give me the coupon, and I’ll buy it now."
Lin Yun opened his mouth, wanting to say something but said nothing.
Seeing this, Lin Xiang realized his pride was at play again and quickly said, "Didn’t you listen to what I just said?"
Lin Yun forced a smile.
Of course, he listened; otherwise, he wouldn’t be feeling pure awkwardness instead of digging himself into stubbornness.
However, as the only man in the family, the sole male breadwinner, it’s frustrating to be unable to help with earning money, making him feel useless.
So he has to work harder and move up, aiming to become his sister’s pillar as soon as possible!
With this thought, Lin Yun was filled with energy, "Let’s go, I’ll go with you to buy the electric fan."
In the seventies, even in Beijing, electric fans weren’t affordable for every household.
Electric fans, like bicycles, were not limited in purchase but required coupons, and the price was not cheap.
An electric fan actually costs two hundred twenty yuan and is quite hefty.
But Lin Xiang still bought it.
Summer lasts for several months, and an electric fan can be used for many years; spreading the cost over time, how much is that per month?
Besides the electric fan, Lin Xiang also looked at other appliances.