Go back to 1980 and enjoy it

That night.

In order to entertain the chief's nephew, Deng Yunqian's villa specially reserved a floor for his family to live in.

In the room, Deng Changyong lay on the bed and tossed and turned, unable to sleep.

Originally, Deng Changyong accompanied his mother back to her hometown this time. In addition to fulfilling her wish, he also wanted to see how the people in his hometown lived. If they were not living well, he planned to give them advice and let them improve their economy.

Although he was good at leading troops, not doing business, he was a man who had really seen the world after all. His vision was not comparable to those people in his hometown. Pointing out a road at random should be better than the people in the tribe plowing the fields.

As a result, after returning, he found that the people in his hometown had become rich under the leadership of the clan leader, and he, the chief who had not made any contribution to the clan, was given special care by the clan, and he could receive tens of thousands of yuan in dividends from the clan every year.

He felt that the money was too hot to handle and had been refusing to take it, but all the elders persuaded him to take it. As a junior, he could not refuse and had to agree.

If it were someone else, he would be very happy to get tens of thousands of yuan for free every year, but Deng Changyong felt uncomfortable.

I don't know how to describe that feeling. In short, he couldn't feel at ease with the money. He had to do something for the clan, otherwise he really couldn't get over it. This was also his pride as a leader.

Liu Fang couldn't sleep either, but she was so happy that she couldn't sleep.

Although she was the wife of the leader, her husband was impartial and only took the income he deserved, and never used his power for personal gain, so their family life was definitely not bad, but it was not necessarily good.

Now, the family came back to see the mother-in-law off for the last time, but they didn't expect to have an unexpected gain, and they could get tens of thousands of yuan from the clan for free every year.

Moreover, this money is for everyone in the clan. It is clean money. Even if their family takes it, there will be no problem.

Noticing that her husband was tossing and turning and couldn't sleep, Liu Fang, who had been married to him for many years, naturally understood what he was like, so she advised him: "Husband, don't think too much. You have seen the development of the clan now. Even married sisters can receive thousands of yuan in dividends from the clan every year for free. The dividends given to you by the clan every year have no impact on the clan at all. What's more, this is also the elders' kindness to you. Just accept it."

"That's what I said, but I feel guilty about taking this money!"

Deng Changyong said here, sighed and said: "Forget it, go to sleep, I will try my best to help the clan later if I can."

...

Deng Sigui and his wife also couldn't sleep. Their family has been a single-line family for three generations, and he is the only son in the family. Now the family has an additional income of tens of thousands of yuan a year. This money will most likely fall on the heads of the couple, and they are also excited and can't sleep.

"Husband, the sofa at home should have been replaced long ago. Let's change it when we return to Beijing this time?"

"Okay, let's change it!"

"I also want to install a telephone at home."

"Well, let's install it. It will be convenient to contact each other if there is anything in the future."

"Also, the refrigerator at home is old. It was bought when we got married. It's time to change it after so many years!"

"No problem, let's change it!"

"..."

The couple chatted for more than half an hour, and then they hugged each other and fell asleep contentedly.

...

At the same time.

The news that Deng Shirong gave Deng Changyong special care also spread in the clan.

If the other party was allowed to invest at the original price, some clan members might feel uncomfortable, but it was not an investment, but just giving a certain amount of dividends every year like those aunts, then there would be no problem at all.

Even some smart clan members applauded the decision of the clan leader.

As for those short-sighted clan members, they were afraid that the clan would open this loophole and it would not be able to be closed in the future. It can only be said that their ideas were too funny.

First of all, the chief is not a cabbage. The entire Naye Deng family only has one Deng Changyong. The benefits of a person of this status to a clan cannot be measured by a few tens of thousands of yuan a year.

To be honest, if you are not a member of the same clan, you can force money on him, and he will not want it!

Besides, this dividend is flexible, unlike shares that can be passed on to children and grandchildren. When Deng Changyong is gone, if his children and grandchildren are decent and have a sense of belonging to the clan, then they can continue to receive dividends. If they are not decent and never come back like in the previous life, then this dividend can be cancelled at any time.

In short, in one sentence, there are only benefits and no disadvantages to giving dividends to Deng Changyong.

…

The next day.

After breakfast, Deng Changyong said to his mother: "Mom, let me walk around the village with you!" After the family came back yesterday, they were warmly greeted by the clan members, chatting with this and that, and went to the clan leader's house for dinner in the evening. They didn't have time to walk around the village.

Chang Yong's mother nodded and said, "Well, let's go out for a walk and see how much the village has changed in the past ten years."

So the family walked back to Laowu Village from the villa area. The changes in Laowu Village were not big or small.

The reason why we say the changes are not big is that the layout of the village is basically the same as it was a dozen years ago. The reason why we say the changes are not small is that many brick and tile houses have been newly built in Laowu Village in the past ten years, which is very different from the mud brick houses when Chang Yong's mother was at home.

Changyong's mother walked in the village where she had lived for decades. She was very familiar with everything here. Everywhere she went, she talked about things related to this place. Deng Changyong also recalled with his mother. As for Liu Fang, Deng Sigui, and He Jinfeng The three of them were just walking together, so they had no impression of this place.

Soon, the family came to a very tall "Fairy Peach" tree. Changyong's mother said with some nostalgia: "I didn't expect that the "Fairy Peach" tree planted by your father is still there."

Deng Changyong also said fondly: "I remember that when I was a child, I loved eating fairy peaches the most, but since I went out to serve as a soldier, I have never eaten them again."

Deng Sigui looked at the leaves of the peach tree and said, "Dad, this looks like a mango tree, right?"

"This fairy peach and mango are different..." Deng Changyong smiled and explained to his son the difference between this fairy peach and mango.

Xiantao tree is the name here in Shuangwang. This thing is similar to mango, but the variety is different.

Few people eat raw mangoes, and the core of the mango is also covered with a large hard shell and root-like things. It can only be eaten when it is completely ripe.

But Xiantao is different. It doesn’t have a hard shell like mango, nor does it have anything like roots. Its core is very small. If it is eaten raw, whether it is dipped in white sugar, chilli salt or "black jade intermittent paste" ”, the texture and taste are top-notch.

Of course, the premise is that you can eat sour food. People who can't eat sour food will definitely not be happy with this.

Deng Sigui was stunned for a moment and said, "Then I want to taste the taste of this fairy peach if I have a chance."

After walking around the old house village, the family started walking to the next village.

After walking, the family came to Naye Village.

Changyong's mother looked up and said in surprise: "Ayong, look, is that the ancestral hall of our Ye Deng family?" The architecture of this ancestral hall is different from other buildings, and you can basically understand it at a glance.

Deng Changyong looked at it carefully and said, "It should be our Deng's Ancestral Hall. Mom, let's go up and take a look!"

Changyong's mother nodded and said, "Well, let's go up and have a look."

Soon, the family came to the entrance of the ancestral hall. Looking at the wide ground and the magnificent ancestral hall, Changyong’s mother sighed: "This clan is really rich. Look at the ancestral hall. It is really beautiful." of."

Liu Fang, Deng Sigui and He Jinfeng were also very curious about this magnificent ancestral hall.

When they walked inside, the whole family couldn't help but exclaimed. This ancestral hall not only looks beautiful on the outside, it's even more beautiful on the inside.

Various lifelike carvings, various paintings, and the Yuyu Qiong Tower are amazing.

After walking half a circle inside the ancestral hall, the family finally came to the merit wall of the ancestral hall.

Speaking of the merit wall, it can be said to be the most important attraction of the ancestral hall. An ancestral hall without the merit wall is definitely incomplete.

Deng Changyong's family was all literate, so they stood at the wall of merit and began to read.

The first thing to look at is naturally the most important preface. Generally, the preface of an ancestral hall will record the history of the ancestral hall, the purpose of construction, family origins, inheritance, and important figures who have appeared in the family since its foundation, etc.

The preface to the stele of Naye Deng's ancestral hall is no exception. Although Deng Changyong was not able to be contacted when the ancestral hall was built, he was already the deputy division commander at that time and could be regarded as an outstanding figure in the clan. Therefore, this preface to the ancestral hall Naturally, he was also mentioned.

Seeing their son/husband/father's name appear on the inscription of the ancestral hall, Chang Yong's mother, Liu Fang, and Deng Sigui all showed proud smiles.

After reading the preface to the stele, what followed were the family donation merit stele, and the first one was the largest merit stele. The whole family looked at the records on the stele curiously, and found that the person introduced above was not someone else. He is the head of the clan who leads the whole clan to make a fortune together.

Then, the family became more and more shocked as they watched.

Yesterday, they had heard many stories about the development of the whole clan led by the clan leader, so they were not shocked when they saw these deeds. What shocked them was that the sons and daughters of the clan leader, who were doing business, were not shocked. Having said that, the key is that his second son and third son, one from Peking University and the other from Tsinghua University, are really amazing!

Moreover, the one who graduated from Peking University was already a deputy director-level cadre several years ago. Now that so many years have passed, what level is he at?

Although no matter how high the level is, there is currently no way to compare with the leader Deng Changyong, but don't forget how old is the son of the clan leader? No one can tell what heights it will reach in the future. In short, it can be described as a promising future.

In addition, the clan leader's wealth also shocked Deng Changyong's family. For the reconstruction of this ancestral hall, the clan leader alone donated more than 300,000 yuan. This financial resource is really terrifying.

After marveling for a long time, the family looked at the other merit monuments, and then discovered that many clan members had donated tens of thousands. They carved monuments one after another for future generations to admire, which really stole the show.

Changyong's mother couldn't help but sigh: "In the past ten years, because of the bad relationship with your fourth aunt, I have not written back to contact her. I have missed the development of the clan and the reconstruction of the ancestral hall. It is really a pity. ”

Deng Changyong comforted him: "Mom, my name has been included in the inscription of the monument. This is already the greatest honor."

Liu Fang also comforted her: "Yes, Mom, although I don't know much about the ancestral hall, I still know the importance of the inscription. If Brother Yong can be included in the inscription, he is already one of the most important members of the clan." One of the individuals.”

Changyong's mother thought about it and said with a smile: "Yes, you can't be too greedy. Our Yedeng clan has been established here for hundreds of years. It has been passed down for more than twenty generations. It will take Ayong a few hundred years to become the whole clan." One of the most outstanding people has been recorded on the inscription of the ancestral hall, we should be satisfied. "

After reading the merit monuments with donations of tens of thousands, the family left the ancestral hall.

Then, the family visited the hospital in Naye Village. Knowing that the clan had invested in building such a large hospital in the village, Deng Changyong’s family was almost shocked. This time they returned to their hometown and it was really eye-opening for them. The development was completely beyond their expectations.

In the next few days, Deng Changyong took his mother to visit the entire Naye Deng family's village, and Changyong's mother's health was getting worse day by day.

A week later, Changyong's mother had a premonition that her time was running out, so she immediately said to her son and daughter-in-law: "Afang, put on the shroud for mom quickly. Ayong, prepare the mats and mosquito nets, and send mom to Azu Gong." hall."

In Shuangwang Realm, before dying, the villagers have to carry them to Azu's Hall, where they basically die.

If someone died outside, like the old clan leader’s grandson, he would not be allowed to enter the Azu’s Hall.

Although he had been mentally prepared for it, Deng Changyong couldn't help but burst into tears when he heard his mother's words. He responded with a nasal voice, and then started to move according to his mother's instructions.

Soon, Changyong's mother put on her shroud and was sent to Azu's palace by her son, daughter-in-law, grandson and grandson-in-law.

The tribesmen who received the news rushed over immediately to see Changyong's mother for the last time.

Since ancient times, our country has been most taboo about the dead. Generally speaking, if someone in the clan is dying and is sent to the Azu Hall, other than his or her relatives who have not yet left the fifth server, other people will basically not come close to him or her. This place, let alone come to see her for the last time.

But there are exceptions to everything. For example, if the person who is dying is an old man, there is no need to be taboo. This is a celebration of mourning. It is normal for people of the same clan to come over to see each other for the last time.

Also, even if the deceased or the children of the dying person are rich and powerful, there will be many people coming to see them for the last time, not to mention people with the same surname. Even friends with different surnames will come in person when they hear the news. Come and see me one last time.

People are actually the most realistic. Leaders come back during the Qingming Festival to visit their parents' graves, and many people come to act as virtuous sons and filial piety. Each one of them behaves positively, and they are more attentive than worshiping their own parents.

The same is true for rich people. When a billionaire rushes back to attend a funeral, there are guaranteed to be many people riding in front of him and behind him.

Nowadays, Changyong's mother undoubtedly enjoys such treatment. She has a chief's son, and the clan members are very considerate and come to see her off on her last journey.

As the leader of the clan, Deng Shirong would always come over to take a last look at every clan member who left in the past ten years, and now is no exception.

"Clan leader!"

Seeing Deng Shirong coming, the clansmen all gave way.

At this time, there was a straw mat spread in the hall of Azu's palace, with a mosquito net made of linen supported by wooden sticks. Changyong's mother was lying on the straw mat with a pale face, wearing a shroud, shoes and hat. Deng Changyong knelt beside the straw mat, holding his mother's hand, his eyes blurred by tears.

Seeing Jiu Gong arriving, Deng Changyong wiped his tears with his sleeves and said hello: "Jiu Gong!"

Changyong's mother also greeted weakly: "Uncle Jiu!"

Although Deng Shirong was used to seeing life and death, he still felt a little sad when he saw this scene. He nodded and said: "As for the Yunhai family, as the saying goes, life is rare in seventy years. Our Deng family has been here for hundreds of years, so we can Not many people live past the age of seventy. Three of you are seventy this year, which can be considered a longevity among your clan.

Now, your son is the only leader of the clan and one of the best people in the clan for hundreds of years. He has really made a difference. Your grandson has also settled in the capital and has a very good job. You should have no regrets. . "

Changyong's mother smiled when she heard this and said: "Yes, I should be satisfied after living for so many years. My son has become the only leader of the clan. It can be said that the ancestors are honored. I really have no regrets in this life!"

Other tribesmen also came over to show their faces. Those who were close to each other came to say a word, and those who were not close enough came to talk to each other.

Seeing that Changyong's mother was getting weaker and weaker, Deng Shirong knew that she was really about to leave, so he called to other tribesmen: "Everyone, go out first and leave the last time to Changyong!"

After hearing this, everyone walked out of Azu's Hall, leaving only Deng Changyong's family.

Deng Changyong also had a premonition that his mother was about to die, so he suppressed his grief and asked, "Mom, do you have anything else to explain?"

Changyong's mother held her son's hand and explained with some difficulty: "Agui, this child grew up in the capital and has no affection for his hometown. You have to bring him back more often. This is our root."

Deng Changyong responded: "Okay, I will try to bring him back as much as possible in the future."

Changyong's mother began to breathe rapidly, and finally confessed: "After I leave, remember to bury me and your father together. This is what we have agreed on a long time ago. He has been waiting for me for so many years. I will not go down to accompany him anymore." , he will be anxious."

Deng Changyong said with tears: "Mom, don't worry, I will make arrangements."

"Son, mom is gone, you have to be good..."

At this point, Changyong's mother suddenly exerted force on her hands, her body twitched a few times, and then she closed her eyes forever.

"mom……"

Deng Changyong could no longer suppress the grief in his heart, and his tears kept flowing down, and he couldn't stop them.

As the saying goes, when parents are alive, life still has a place to go, but when parents are gone, life only has a way back.

The departure of a loved one is undoubtedly one of the most sad things in the world.

Liu Fang, Deng Sigui and He Jinfeng couldn't help crying at this moment.

The tribesmen waiting outside heard Deng Changyong's crying and understood that Changyong's mother was gone. Those elderly tribesmen couldn't help but sigh, and they probably would be lying on the straw mat in a few years.

…

Three days later.

Changyong's mother was buried.

Deng Changyong was an active commander after all. This time he took a rare leave to see his mother off for the last time. Now that the funeral was over, he naturally had to return to the army.

Before returning to the army, Deng Changyong came to bid farewell to Jiugong: "Jiugong, I will return to Beijing tomorrow. I heard that Uncle Yunsong works in the Ministry of Finance. Please give me his contact information and I will go to see him when I am free."

Deng Shirong nodded and said, "Then please take good care of him."

Deng Changyong said, "Jiugong, you are joking. I have heard about Uncle Yunsong's situation. His father-in-law is the head of a certain department, which is not comparable to me as a chief. However, I can't help with major matters. If you encounter some minor troubles, I can help you deal with them."

Deng Shirong took out a pen and paper, wrote down the contact number and address of his third son, handed it to Deng Changyong and said, "Write down your contact information as well, so that when there is something important in the clan, you can be contacted as soon as possible."

Deng Changyong took out a piece of paper with a phone number and address written on it from his pocket, handed it to Deng Shirong and said, "Jiugong, this is my contact information. If there is anything in the clan in the future If you can use my help, as long as it does not violate discipline, please feel free to contact me. I will never refuse to help. "

Deng Shirong took the paper and said, "Okay, I know, but I don't think I can use your help. After all, with the current strength of our Deng family, if we encounter something that cannot be solved, it must be a big deal!"

Deng Changyong also understood this truth, but still said, "Anyway, call me if there is something. If it is about economics and politics, I really can't help, but if it involves the military..., I still have some connections."

"I understand. When you have time in the future, take your children and grandchildren back to your hometown to have a look."

"I will. My mother also told me so before she left."

"Well, then I wish you a safe journey."

"Thank you, Jiugong."

...

After Deng Changyong and his family returned to the capital, the spring equinox passed soon, and the entire Bobai area began the annual ancestor worship and mountain shoveling.

Previously, the Deng family of Naye had worshipped their ancestors for three consecutive years, and after three years, they would generally stop worshipping their ancestors for a few years. Therefore, this year, the Deng family of Naye did not invite the clan members to come back to worship their ancestors, but simply shoveled the mountain.

While shoveling the mountain, Deng Shirong had been thinking about a question, that is, whether to build a cemetery and move all the old and new graves in the clan to the cemetery, so as to avoid burying the clan members everywhere.

In the Shuangwang area of ​​the later generations, basically every mountain has a grave, with as few as one and as many as dozens. If there has been no development, it doesn’t matter, but if a place wants to develop, talking about moving graves is a big problem.

In this life, the development of the Deng family of Naye is completely different from that of the previous life. This area will definitely develop in the future. If you don’t plan ahead now, it will be troublesome to move graves when all the hills are full of graves in the future.

Thinking of this, Deng Shirong called Deng Shian, Deng Yungui, Deng Yunqiang and other clan elders to a meeting.

…

PS: Alas, I have grown older and more sentimental. I cried a lot while writing this chapter.