Siheyuan: Cooking journey

"Xiao He, I need to trouble you with something!"

Zhou Zhennan briefly talked about his plans, including his retirement and some preliminary ideas.

He Yuzhu frowned after listening to this.

Lao Zhou’s idea is indeed a good one. He set up a construction company to provide jobs for veterans who can’t find jobs.

And it is also a good choice to ask Wang Deqing to do this.

The only problem was that Wang Deqing was reluctant to leave the army, which complicated things.

The only way is to convince him.

This sounds simple: just tell him frankly that if he stays in the army, he may not have much room for development due to his low level of education, and he is not an indispensable member of the army.

On the contrary, if he chose a new path in life, he might be able to find a better way out and play a greater role.

Although these words may sound harsh, they are true in terms of inspiring human potential.

But Wang Deqing attached great importance to the life of a soldier, and speaking so bluntly might be a blow to him.

Old Zhou couldn't say anything, so he had to entrust it to him.

He Yuzhu felt that he was not the kind of person who would say such words.

There are many other ways to make Wang Deqing change his attitude and agree to retire, without having to use such a direct and uncomfortable way. "Okay, I know how to do this, I will try to convince him."

Just as he was about to end the call, Zhou Zhennan mentioned, "There's one more thing. I heard that you might go to America soon? I just happen to have something here that I want to bring to your Xiaobai. By the way, please help me see how she is doing there. She has been abroad for several months. Your sister-in-law is very worried about her and is afraid that she will suffer over there..."

Going to America?

He Yuzhu was a little surprised to hear this, and then he remembered that it should be an official visit mentioned before.

But there was no further movement afterwards, so he didn't pay much attention to the matter.

"I'm busy with the instant noodle factory and have no time to attend any foreign visits, let alone go to America. Where did you get this information? It must be wrong. You can ask Director Yang, maybe he knows more details."

There was silence on the other end of the line for a while, and then a voice came: "Master Yang is not going to America, but is going to lead the team to visit Germany; but your itinerary was confirmed by him and informed to me. It seems that we should be more direct - how many bottles of Moutai do you think are appropriate?"

Moutai...Does he think he needs to be 'tempted' to agree?

"I really don't know the situation here. Let me investigate first. If I have the chance, I will definitely go to visit Xiaobai."

After ending the call, he couldn't help but fall into deep thought, and a pair of eyes full of helplessness and tears appeared in his mind...

A few days later, they arrived at Hong Kong Island. Facing the city landscape with skyscrapers in front of them, the three uncles and aunts were so shocked that they were speechless, and so were the others.

Compared to the relatively old appearance of Beijing, this place is simply another world.

"Uncle, we've arrived at Xiangdao."

Zhang Hui stepped forward and said, "I will contact the hospital now to make an appointment for your eldest son's physical examination."

Seeing such a prosperous urban scene, the third uncle was a little incoherent: "Thank you so much..."

"This is what we should do. You're welcome."

Zhang Hui looked around and said confidently: "You all can come to Xiangdao, which means you trust me, Zhang Hui, and give me enough face. Don't worry, I will settle you all down. Let me find someone to take you around the island for a few days. If you are interested in staying here, I will help you find a job. If you don't want to stay, there will be a boat back later, and you can go together."

After hearing these words, everyone felt much more at ease.

Xu's mother couldn't help but poke Xu Damao. After thinking for a while, Xu Damao said, "Brother Zhang, can you help my father get a checkup? The fee can be paid first and deducted from my salary later."

They had come to Hong Kong for medical treatment, so they naturally had to go to the hospital first. Most importantly, Xu Damao also wanted to have a physical examination.

"Okay."

Zhang Hui glanced at him, smiled and nodded.

A group of people got off the boat and set foot on this land. They were dazzled by all kinds of new things. Everyone seemed very excited and full of longing for the possibility of settling here in the future.

"Why did your dad leave like this?"

The third aunt said with regret, "It would be much better to work and live in Hong Kong than in Beijing. When I came here, I heard that you can earn several thousand yuan a month here. We can't earn that much even if we save for many years. It's really easy to make money."

Thinking of the loss of extra income due to Yan Jiefang not coming, the third uncle felt very painful and said angrily: "Who knows what he is planning, just let him fend for himself at home. Fortunately, Jie Kuang and Jie Di are here, so the family won't suffer too much loss."

Hearing this, the third aunt nodded in agreement and added hopefully: "If the old lady's illness can be cured, the family will have an extra income."

"It's hard to say for sure."

The third uncle frowned and sighed, "The prices here are so high, and the treatment must cost a lot of money. The eldest brother has been ill for so many years... We need to find out whether it can be cured, how long the treatment will take, and how much it will cost. If it is too expensive and the effect is not immediate, I think we should wait and see."

The third aunt understood what was said and sighed, obviously worried that she could not afford the high medical expenses.

After thinking for a while, the third uncle lowered his voice and continued, "I heard Xu Damao and his mother discuss before that they should let his father pretend to be pitiful and beg for money on the street to pay for the eldest son's medical treatment. It is said that he can earn hundreds or thousands of yuan a day. I think we can do the same. When the time comes, you can also take the eldest son to beg on the street. Maybe you can get a lot in a day."

Upon hearing this, a gleam of light flashed in the third aunt's eyes, and she seemed to think this was also a solution.

On the other side, the Liu family father and son were sitting in the car, looking at the bustling scene outside the window. Liu Guangfu sighed: "Brother, look how prosperous it is outside, this place is really nice."

Liu Guangtian was in a good mood. Seeing his father Liu Haizhong staring out from beside him, he teased, "Dad, you're right, aren't you? I didn't lie to you. I asked you to come to Hong Kong Island to play but you refused. Now you don't want to leave anymore?"

Hearing this, Liu Haizhong rolled his eyes at him and said, "Don't be too happy too soon. You two young people definitely can't control your wallets in this place. Remember, all the money you earn must be handed over to me for safekeeping."

Facing his father's request, Liu Guangtian pouted and retorted: "You sound like a steady person. You still want to take our money? Dream on!"

"I'm telling you, we're not in the capital anymore. Once we get to Xiangdao, you have no choice but to listen to us."

"I'll go talk to Brother Hui and leave you here to figure it out on your own."

"you……"

Liu Haizhong’s face turned livid.

"Everyone, please keep your mouth shut. It would be bad if someone else heard you."

Liu Guangfu gave Liu Guangtian a look, trying to mediate.

"Dad, my brother was just joking. My brother and I spend money too carelessly. If you don't manage the money we earn, who will? But you" have to stay;

"If you come to Hong Kong for a few days and then leave, we two brothers won't be able to ask you to help manage the money even if we want you to."

After hearing this,

Liu Haizhong was very satisfied, with a hint of pride on his round face.

"That's right, don't worry, I won't leave here;"

"You are already so old, and you haven't enjoyed much. You should live a good life in this Xiangdao from now on."

Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu smiled at each other.

There are beggars, but we just need a place to beg for food.

On the day we arrived at Hong Kong Island,

Zhang Hui arranged for the patients to be hospitalized.

And found accommodation for others.

Early the next morning,

Zhang Hui asked someone to take Xu Damao and the Liu father and son to the dock.

"Brother Hui, why did you bring us to the dock?"

Xu Damao was a little confused.

Zhang Hui looked at him and explained with a smile:

"Let me familiarize you with the environment. In addition to the construction site, there are also many job opportunities at the dock. If you are willing, you can come here to work."

"Comrade Zhang..."

Liu Haizhong straightened his back, and because he had his two sons by his side, he said in a firm tone:

"Look, I'm already so old, is there any easy job like goalkeeping that I can do?

"As for salary, I don't ask for a high salary. Two thousand a month is enough."

Zhang Hui smiled and nodded, agreeing:

"No problem, I'll help everyone find the right job."

After hearing these words,

Liu Hai was so proud in his heart that the income from his two sons plus his own could reach more than 10,000 yuan per month.

Although Sha Zhu is the factory director, he only earns more than 100 yuan a month, which is equivalent to his income for ten months.

Make some money in a year or two and then go back to show off. Let’s see how long Shazhu can be so arrogant.

At that time, he must have been envied by everyone in the courtyard.

A group of people boarded the boat.

Zhang Hui led them to the cabin again.

In the cabin, Yan Jiefang was tied up tightly.

Seeing this, Xu Damao was stunned, then turned around and ran away.

Earlier, Zhang Hui told them that Yan Jiefang left on his own after boarding the ship.

But now the situation is like this, there is obviously something wrong.

"The response is pretty quick."

Zhang Hui glanced at him in surprise but didn't take it seriously since there were people guarding outside.

beside,

Liu and his son also realized that something was wrong and began to panic.

"Hui, Brother Hui, what's going on..."

Liu Guangtian asked nervously and stuttered.

Zhang Hui looked at them with a smile and answered gently:

"Don't worry, it's nothing. This is the work place arranged for you. You must work hard after you go to Kazhou..."