Little Cat's mother Tao Yinzhen was washing clothes in the yard. Little Cat ran back happily and grabbed her hand. "Mother, come with me."
Tao Yinzhen was busy working and shook off his hand. "There's half a sweet potato in the nest. After you eat it, go get water and wash your feet before sleeping."
Little Cat looked around and lowered his voice to say excitedly. "Mother, I have something more delicious than sweet potatoes. Come with me."
Little Cat revealed a corner of the oiled paper. Tao Yinzhen was stunned. Her eyes darkened and she grabbed his ear. "Did you steal money to buy something?"
Little Cat shook his head quickly. "No, no. I earned it."
"You earned it?" Tao Yinzhen looked unconvinced. "If you dare to spout nonsense again, I'll skin you alive. We're poor, but we can't be spineless and do sneaky things. Otherwise, you will be a trash like your father!"
