Li Anquan had originally intended to spend the afternoon fishing to earn credits for the shop, so he could buy supplies from his dimension. He didn't have much at home, and only with a full pantry could he feel truly at ease.
However, Lou Xiaoe had been bored for quite some time, and Li Anquan was a good conversationalist. Since she didn't make a move to leave, he couldn't very well kick her out. After all, he was still hoping she might help look after his younger sister whenever he was away from home.
Time slipped away—two or three hours passed in a blink. Soon, it was time for the Red Star Rolling Mill to finish its shift, and every household in the Courtyard began preparing dinner.
Chapter 17