After returning home, Su Qianli cleaned up briefly before heading to bed. She was filled with anticipation for her trip to the county the next day, eager to see what the legendary Black Market of this era was actually like.
Early the next morning, Su Qianli went to the Brigade Leader’s house to ask for time off and request the use of his bicycle. Knowing the girl had suffered quite a bit lately, the Brigade Leader didn't hesitate for a moment and readily agreed.
However, handling this vintage "two-eight" bicycle proved to be a real challenge for Su Qianli. Standing at 160cm tall, she wasn't used to the high top tube, and the simple act of getting on the bike took her many tries. During the ride, she had to hurriedly plant her feet on the ground every time she braked, making for a rather bumpy journey. Fortunately, after some fumbling, she gradually mastered the knack of it and successfully made her way toward the county town.
Chapter 25