"I have been eating here for over a month. A bowl of wontons costs only 3 yuan, and they even give away eggs and milk. I am so grateful to them!"

At noon on Sept. 18, outside the Lingang Campus of Yibin Second People's Hospital, a man leaning on crutches took a steaming bowl of wontons and ate with peace of mind.

The "them" he referred to are Chen Lin, born in 1993, and Luo Mengxia, born in 2000. Since late July, the two women have set up a small food stall at the hospital entrance, offering the cheapest lunch on the entire street: a bowl of wontons, an egg, and a carton of milk for just 3 yuan. Despite brisk business, the pair hopes for the day when their "regular customers" no longer need to return.

Three Yuan Charity Wonton Stall

The stall is named "Chan Xiaoji Love Cart". Previously, the two sold homemade wontons at 10 yuan per serving. Inspired by charitable meal initiatives seen online, and noting that no similar service existed in Yibin at the time, they decided to sell meals at a reduced price to ensure patients could enjoy warm food. While a regular serving would normally cost more than 10 yuan, 3 yuan does not even cover the cost. However, they believe that charging a nominal fee allows diners to maintain their dignity and eases their psychological burden; they offset part of the expenses through sales of wontons at regular prices. The day before each shift, the pair purchases ingredients and wraps the wontons by hand. The soup base changes daily, featuring options such as lotus root with pork ribs or carrot with corn, ensuring both nutrition and variety.

At 11:40 a.m. every day, a line often forms in front of the stall. While serving meals, the two women take the initiative to chat with patients and their families, asking about medical conditions and household circumstances. A simple wish of "Wishing you a speedy recovery" often brings tears to people's eyes.

In just over a month of operating the stall, they have witnessed many hardships. Most memorable was a middle-aged man caring for three elderly relatives with brain tumors, who once bought 4 servings of wontons at once. Upon learning of his difficult situation, the pair waived the bill and pressed 200 yuan into his hand, simply hoping to offer some support.

Three Yuan Charity Wontons Stall

The two women remember every regular customer, yet they hope these patrons will "never come back", as that would mean they have recovered and been discharged from the hospital—a prospect that gives meaning to their efforts.

Over time, this goodwill has continued to spread. Some people have traveled specifically to pay above the listed price, while others have quietly left behind milk, eggs, and meat fillings.

When asked how long they can sustain this effort, the pair said that revenue from regular sales, personal savings, and support from kindhearted individuals have given them the confidence to continue. "We will keep going one day at a time. As long as we feel needed, we will be here."

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