Because Of You

Dong Li thought for a moment before saying, "If you can't get enough pig feed, let me know. I can ask my mother for some pig feed."

Chen Jianmin was taken aback by the offer. Everyone in the village knew the pig feed formula used by the brigade was created by Lu Jueyu. Many had tried to uncover the recipe, but the Lu and Li families had kept it a closely guarded secret.

For Dong Li to suggest sharing some of their pig feed—even if not the formula itself—was a significant gesture. Though Chen Jianmin had no grand aspirations like starting a pig farm, raising a pair of wild boars that could reproduce would ensure his family and little bride always had meat to eat.

After a brief pause, Chen Jianmin asked, "Ah Li, will that trouble you?"

Knowing his friend's tendency to overthink, Dong Li replied confidently, "Don't worry. My parents treat me very well. If I ask, my mother will likely agree. But you must promise to keep this matter a secret."