Siheyuan: If you ruin the reputation of the whole courtyard, I will move out

A few years later, the domestic manufacturing industry began to flourish, and domestic televisions slowly eroded the dominance of fluorescent countries. Until now, China has become the world's leading TV production. In short, fluorescent country TVs of that era were extremely popular.

The TVs that Zhao Zihao had priced at 600 yuan each were sold out in an instant. Upon learning that the inventory was sold out, Zhang Yu immediately processed the remaining 2,000 units and shipped them to four major cities across the country. About a month later, Zhao Zihao came to him again with 40,000 yuan in cash.

"The 20,000 yuan we agreed on initially is part of your shares. After all the TVs are sold, this portion is the profit you deserve." After handing the money to Zhao Zihao, Zhang Yu said, "Brother Zhao, this is the last time I will get involved in illegal activities. From now on, I will no longer interfere in smuggling."

Zhao Zihao was a little surprised: "With your ability, if we continue to cooperate, the future income will definitely be more than 400,000 yuan. Even if it is not now, it will come eventually."

However, Zhang Yu shook his head firmly and refused: "The difficulties in my previous life made me do some trading to some extent, but now my life is stable and I don't want to take shortcuts anymore."

"Is it because of your concern for your wife and children?"

"That is indeed a factor," Zhang Yu said firmly, "partly because of my concern for them, and partly because I don't want to harm the national interest."

"The minor violations in the past were not due to cowardice, but because I realized that such behavior would endanger the country's legitimate trade order." He further elaborated on his principles.

Zhao Zihao may have had doubts in his heart and felt that his actions had limited impact, but when faced with Zhang Yu's unwavering stance, he decided to remain silent.

Zhang Yu sighed deeply and said, "If you trust me, wait patiently for another two years. When the national policy is relaxed, we can do business openly and legally."

Zhao Zihao asked doubtfully, "Can we really allow this situation to continue for a long time?"

"Of course, more than that, this collaboration will give us a strong boost in our trading, and that will be the time to show our strength."

He also understood that as the country prospered, controls on underground transactions would gradually be relaxed, and the day would eventually come when the ban would be completely lifted.

Zhao Zihao left in doubt. He was not sure whether he really trusted this decision. Although Zheng Yu was not a role model of morality, he always adhered to the bottom line. At that time, smuggling was tantamount to enriching the public, which would do more harm than good in the long run.

If Niu Meili's condition had not taken a turn for the worse, Zhang Yu would probably not have helped Zhao Zihao again.

As time went by, Zhang Yu rose rapidly in the factory, occasionally taking on some part-time jobs to increase his income, and his cooperation with Zhao Zihao decreased a lot. Soon it was 1976.

This year, major events occurred frequently in China. A national hero passed away at the beginning of the year. Zhang Yu and his family paid tribute along the way to express their highest respect.

The passing of that giant brought deep emotion to Zhang Yu's heart. This person who devoted his life to serving the country with passion remained dedicated to society until the end of his life.

The death of the pillar of the country has caused grief to the whole country, but people's lives must continue to move forward. Zhang Yu knows that in the next forty years, despite the changes in the situation, there will be storms and storms, but there will be bright and bright days in the end.

But for Zhang Yu, these grand changes seem to be far away. In his daily life, he is busy with trivial matters. Niu Meili returned home after three months of recovery in the hospital. Her physical strength has greatly decreased. Zhao Zihao insisted on letting her rest at home and take care of the housework.

Law-abiding Zhao Zihao followed Zhang Yu's instructions and turned to trading small birds to make a small profit for his livelihood, while Zhang Yu himself gave up the large-scale pear business and only made a small profit from harvesting local specialties.

Today, the law is relaxed and street management is lax, reducing the risk of such behavior. Huo Yuxi's child Zhang Yan thrives under Li Shufen's careful care. The couple works diligently and takes him home after get off work.

During the holidays, the two families often reunited and sometimes even repaired the house they shared in the tenement.

The two families have a deep friendship, but as time goes by, the interaction between neighbors naturally decreases. Although He Yuzhu's family still lives in the compound, although the relationship with the neighbors is still harmonious, they tend to retain more personal space, which is different from the past.

After Zhang Yu moved to the new house, he would occasionally return to the compound to exchange greetings out of courtesy. The Jia family was still poor, especially after Qin Huairu had not returned, and Banggeng had to go out to work to make a living because his studies were interrupted.

After Banggeng left home, Jia Zhang's attitude relaxed a little, and the granddaughters' food and accommodation were guaranteed, so they were not displaced. Although the third uncle Yan Bugui had retired, he still lived cautiously, and the family bond between him and his children became increasingly distant.

As the children grew up and got married, they left the compound, leaving only the two old people alone in the empty house. Only when they encountered financial difficulties would their children remember them again.

Yi Zhonghai's life has obviously improved and his living standard has become much more affluent.

Zhang Yu was puzzled as to why Yi Zhonghai was unwilling to leave the capital city with special memories until Li Shufen gave her reason. When Zhang Yu's children were two or three years old, Li Shufen expressed her wish to return to the compound.

"When I get old, I long to return to my hometown, and I also hope to be buried here after I die." When her son Zhang Yan grew up and was sent to a factory kindergarten and no longer needed her daily care, she began to think about the possibility of returning to her hometown for a short period of time.

But He Yushui disagreed and insisted that Li Shufen stay and promised to take good care of her, which caused controversy within the family.

"I understand your good intentions, but I'm fine now, don't worry too much." Li Shufen held He Yushui's hand tightly and expressed her feelings sincerely. "I was here to help you take care of Zhang Yan, but now he's grown up, I can't drag him down and cause trouble anymore."

"I want grandma to stay. I don't want to lose her." Little Zhang Yan, who could not speak yet, cried in his wet nurse's arms. This silent emotional appeal deeply touched Li Shufen.

For a little life, any companionship and support will be regarded as a precious connection. Since Zhang Yan was born, Li Shufen has given almost all her love to him. "Be good, don't cry, be careful not to hurt yourself." Seeing Zhang Yan's tears, her heart ached, and she gently patted and comforted the crying child.