The Dog King of Siheyuan Tears and Rebirth

Soon it was New Year's Eve at the end of 1966. On that day, a notice was posted on the bulletin board of the steel mill. "According to the notice from above, because... a new stage has begun, and we are currently in the stage of great unification. At this critical moment, according to the demands of the masses, in order to resolutely implement the policy of grasping... promoting production and achieving double victory, it is decided that there will be no holiday for the Spring Festival in 1967, and the employee's home leave will be suspended and will be made up later."

At the same time, the radio was broadcasting notifications over and over again.

When the notice was heard, there was a burst of wailing in the factory, everyone was as if their parents had died, except for the young activists, who were having fun!

In the kitchen, He Yuzhu didn't feel surprised at all when he heard the notice, because he had known that this would be the case.

"Master, why haven't we had a holiday yet? How long has it been since we had a holiday? I was thinking of taking a day off during the New Year! Now my plan has completely gone down the drain." Ma Hua said gloomily.

"Hey, you dare to say anything. Be careful or you might be accused of slacking off. Don't talk nonsense. You should say that it's great that you are always ready to serve the people." He Yuzhu said with a smile.

"Oh, I don't know why? There's nothing to do even after working overtime. Everyone is making a fuss. There are few people working." Ma Hua said weakly.

"What does this have to do with us? Why do you think so much? You still have to eat no matter how much trouble you make, right? Anyway, we have something to do. Stop saying those weird things. If someone hears you and grabs your pigtails, I won't be able to save you." He Yuzhu reminded.

"I understand Master. I was just saying this in front of you. This year, I don't even have any New Year benefits. I'm still thinking about what to eat tonight. After all, I've been busy all year, so I can have some fun." Ma Hua said.

"Don't worry about that. We'll have dinner together at my house tonight and you just need to be in charge of the preparation." He Yuzhu said.

"No, I can't always take advantage of you, Master. I don't even have any meat tickets. I'll go buy the meat later." Ma Hua insisted.

Seeing Ma Hua's determined expression, He Yuzhu didn't say anything and could only say, "Okay, go buy it! Let's all come together."

At noon, Ma Hua really went to buy meat. After Ma Hua left, Xu Damao came to the kitchen and said with a smile, "Prepare my meal tonight. I want to eat with you."

"I know. I know even if you don't tell me."

"There's one more thing. Hehe, please cook a few dishes for me. I will send them to Qiu Ye after we finish eating. It's New Year's Day, I can't let him be lonely. By the way, please prepare a few more lunch boxes. I will also send some to his parents wherever they are." Xu Damao said.

"Well, your wedding has been successful. Let me congratulate you in advance. When are you going to get the marriage certificate?" He Yuzhu said with a smile.

"It will be almost done after the New Year. I have two chickens at my door. You can ask Ma Hua to pick them up. There are other things, and I will bring them to you in the afternoon. You should also get off work early. I heard that the factory has no treat this afternoon. Everyone is going home to reunite." Xu Damao said.

"I know. When Ma Hua comes back, we will go back together to prepare. You should also come back early. It's New Year's Day, so don't do anything weird."

"I know, I'll go and make some arrangements now. I still have some radio scripts to broadcast. I'll go back after I finish making the arrangements." After saying that, Xu Damao left.

After Xu Damao left, He Yuzhu took out two lunch boxes and a bottle that he had prepared long ago, put them in his bag, and quietly went to a secluded corner of the factory.

Coming to the corner, a dishevelled man with a broom in his hand was waiting anxiously.

Seeing He Yuzhu coming over, the man immediately shouted happily, "Zhuzi, Zhuzi, here, I'm here!"

"Haha, Director Yang, you're here early!" He Yuzhu greeted him with a smile.

"Can it be earlier? My stomach is growling with hunger," Yang Xinmin said helplessly.

"You didn't have lunch?"

"Eat it, it's just that little bit of cat food. You know it's enough to stay alive. What's the difference between that and eating enough?" Yang Xinmin said with a wry smile.

"That's true. It's New Year's Day today, so I prepared a little more for you," He Yuzhu said with a smile.

As he spoke, he took out some fried peanuts from his bag and handed them over.

"Wine, is there any wine? I haven't tasted wine for a while." Yang Xinmin said anxiously.

"Yes, yes, it's Maotai," He Yuzhu said as he took out the infusion bottle, "This is the Maotai I filled, you hide it and drink it sparingly."

"Oh, Zhuzi, thank you. It's a relief to have you taking care of me." In an instant, Yang Xinmin burst into tears.

"Stop, Director Yang, what does this have to do with anything? You're crying over just this little thing. If I give you something else, you won't cry out loud." He Yuzhu joked.

"You bastard, I'm really touched. Now you're the only one who still remembers our old friendship and can take care of me. As for the others... Oh, forget it. I'll just cry if I say too much." Yang Xinmin wiped his tears and smiled.

"I'm not from the GM faction. I'm just a poor cook and no one cares about me. As for other people, they also have their own difficulties. They have to protect themselves these days." He Yuzhu said.

"Yeah, you make sense." Yang Xinmin said with a wry smile.

"It will pass if you just bear with it. You can't keep going like this. I've already warned your gang, so they'll relax a little bit on their guard against you. Don't worry!" He Yuzhu said, "Here are two boxes of meat and vegetables. I'll give you an extra meal during the New Year." As he spoke, He Yuzhu took out two more lunch boxes.

Seeing the two lunch boxes, Yang Xinmin became excited again, tears streaming down his face, and said with a touching look on his face, "Zhu Zi, I, I don't know what to say. Remember, if I have a chance to turn things around, I will definitely repay you well."

"Hehe, as a factory director, you have to keep your word. I've remembered that! Don't deny it when the time comes." He Yuzhu joked.

"I will never go back on my word." Yang Xinmin said firmly.

"Hey, just kidding, why are you taking it so seriously?"

"I'm not kidding." Yang Xinmin stuffed the two lunch boxes into his cotton-padded jacket, then buttoned it tightly and said, "You should be careful too, don't let others find out and get into trouble."

"Hey, you don't have to worry. Do you think Director Li doesn't know? He's turning a blind eye to it! It's just ordering some food. It's not a big deal. It's fine as long as we can get by." He Yuzhu said indifferently.

"Oh! Now I envy you very much. You don't take sides or form cliques." Yang Xinmin said with emotion.

"What you said means that no matter which faction he belongs to, he has to eat, right? You can't hit the cook when you eat. Hey, go find a place to eat quickly! I'm going home to prepare for the New Year. By the way, I wish you a happy new year in advance." He Yuzhu said with a smile.

"Okay, go ahead! I can't be away for too long."

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