Restarting life in Siheyuan

Chapter 109 Zhu Xuefeng borrows food
Zhu Xuefeng asked Uncle Zou's house to be sealed and the roof repaired, and tap water was introduced. He also took more than a dozen drawings to make new furniture and renovate the cellar. It should be impossible to get out in less than 20 days.

"Uncle Xue, let me tell you about this drawing."

Zhu Xuefeng's furniture drawings are not complicated and are common in later generations. They use space more skillfully, which is different from today's furniture. Moreover, the appearance is relatively novel, which can be said to be simple but not simple.

But in the eyes of Uncle Xue, it's different. These are all treasures. They completely subvert the current form of utilization. They are very reasonable.

There was too much work and not enough carpenters, so small jobs had to be added. Uncle Xue said that he would find a few more men and try to complete the project as soon as possible.

"Brother, let's not say how much it will cost for such a big project. I guess you have already calculated it. But this food is a month's ration for these dozen people. Even if it's just a lunch meal, it's still too small. Two hundred pounds, maybe.”

This is also a problem. I didn't expect that the project was going to be big. There was food, but the rice couldn't be consumed like this with so many eyes watching.

Zhu Xuefeng also has a headache. How can you get so much food in one go these days? It doesn’t matter whether you have a ticket or not. If you have a ticket, others will be suspicious of you.

I still keep things simple. The key is the way of thinking. I always unconsciously use the thinking of future generations to arrange the current affairs, and I will always make mistakes.

I have tried very hard to deal with things with the thinking of this era, but some habits cannot be completely changed in a short time. For example, the matter of asking Secretary Chen to transform the house will be understood by future generations, but this time it was still sloppy.

It's too much to ask the craftsmen to bring their own food. It's not a matter of business regulations, which can be discussed, nor is it a matter of paying more money. The reason why the craftsmen come out is to save food for their families.

Seeing Zhu Xuefeng in a dilemma, Silly Zhu was happy. What about the smart people? He was not just as troubled by the food, so he pulled Zhu Xuefeng into the north room.

"Silly brother," Silly Zhu was obviously a little proud.

"This is not a solution to the food problem. It depends on how anxious you are."

Zhu Xuefeng looked at Silly Zhu blankly, does he have a move?

"With regard to the food problem, firstly, there is really no food, and secondly, if you can get food, you can only pretend that there is no food. For a smart person like you, since you are renovating the house, you must have been prepared. I guess it is the second one!"

Whoever dared to call Silly Zhu stupid again, Zhu Xuefeng would be the first to jump up and slap him in the mouth.

Looking at Zhu Xuefeng's face and expression, Shazhu knew that he had guessed correctly and was even more proud.

"There are ways to pretend there is no food. One is to reduce the number of people and prolong the time. The food will come out slower and it will not be so noticeable."

"I guess you won't be happy with this method. You don't have so much time."

Silly Zhu knew that Zhu Xuefeng was either going to school or working, so it was impossible for him to keep an eye on the house.

This was something that came from the bottom of his heart, and Zhu Xuefeng gave a thumbs up in his heart.

"The other one is to spread the people out. It still seems like there aren't many people, so..."

Zhu Xuefeng slapped his thigh and stood up.

"Brother Zhuzi, I thought of it, you mean outside Dongzhimen...".

"Yes, that's it!"

Zhu Xuefeng punched Shazhu hard on the left shoulder, "Brother Zhuzhu, thank you, let's have a drink when we're done."

Silly Zhu turned around, grinned, and rubbed his shoulders. Why is this kid so energetic? This is not a light blow. It hurts me so much. But I have to pretend to be nonchalant on my face. I have been running rampant in the courtyard for so many years, so I can't let it go. This face.

Zhu Xuefeng quickly invited Uncle Xue in to discuss it together. The three of them were busy working.
Then I saw Zhu Xuefeng borrowing food from door to door. He was extremely shameless and repeatedly promised to pay it back next month.

This time, I walked in empty-handed and went directly to the third uncle's house. The third uncle's family did not have much income, but the population was large. Judging from the third uncle's usual energy in asking for money, I must have stored some food. I will go to his house first. There is hope. A good start.

"Third uncle, are you busy? Are you ready to go out and play a few shots?"

"Hey, Zhu Xuefeng is here. This is your uncle's hobby. If you can't catch it, it will cultivate your sentiments. If you catch it, you can add it to the dish."

The third uncle just put away his pole and saw Zhu Xuefeng with a smile on his face. This guy should be in trouble when he comes. "What's wrong with you?"

"It's really hard to talk about this matter. I have no choice but to say it. If something happens to me, I'll ask Third Uncle for help."

It was rare for Zhu Xuefeng to come to ask for help. There was something fishy about the matter, and the third uncle showed interest and didn't take care of it.

"Come on, let's go in and ask, what can trouble you?"

The two sat down at the dining table. The third uncle was smiling brightly. The third aunt wanted to pour water, but Zhu Xuefeng stood up and refused.

"Third uncle, I'll get right to the point. That's it..."

I briefly talked about the renovation and there are still difficulties.

"Isn't this why I came to ask for help? Firstly, I want to borrow some coarse grains, which I can only pay back next month. Secondly, I want to ask the third aunt to help make lunch..."

"These dozen or so craftsmen must be disciplined. This is also the rule of this industry..."

The third uncle's smile was a little stiff. He borrowed food. He is very nervous now. He did save some at home. This is for precaution. In these days, the more you don't have enough to eat, the more you need to save some for precaution. , I’m afraid it will be more difficult later.

In the end, the third uncle gritted his teeth and borrowed ten kilograms for the sake of asking the third aunt to cook. It shouldn't be a big problem. Zhu Xuefeng will pay it back next month. Besides, the third aunt will help cook a lunch and take care of the meals every day and pay back wages and food. It saves money, and there is no one at home at noon, so this is quite suitable.

After thanking the third uncle and the third aunt, the Yan family's children were stunned and walked out of the third uncle's house carrying ten pounds of sticks on their backs.

"Master, why are you so generous this time? You borrowed ten kilograms in one breath!"

"You, you still don't understand. Zhu Xuefeng is a sweetheart. If you treat him well, he will think of ways to repay you. Do you still remember why he gave us products last time?"

The third aunt said thoughtfully and hesitantly.

"Did you secretly say a few words to him last time?"

The third uncle squinted his eyes and looked at no one outside.

"He will definitely return the grain. I trust him. In the future, if you want to pick some vegetables or ask for two eggs or something, it will be easy to ask."

With the good start of the third uncle, and the loans from several people in the third workshop, almost every family had about seven or eight kilograms. After borrowing from more than ten families, they actually managed to collect 85 kilograms of whole grains. This is a huge favor.

Nowadays, every household is short of food. Even though it is coarse grains, it would be a huge favor to be able to give you seven or eight kilograms.

This is much more efficient than Qin Huairu's request for help. The key is that people believe that Zhu Xuefeng will return the money on time. As for giving it to the Jia family, it means sending it to them for relief, which is completely different.

It should make sense, don't cause trouble to others anymore, Zhu Xuefeng didn't want to borrow it anymore, and asked Aunt Niu to help at noon, so the arrangements were completed.

"Auntie, what are you..."

Zhu Xuefeng was a little dumbfounded. This aunt personally carried a small bag and sent ten kilograms of cornmeal. It was not just a stick, but the uncle had made a big investment.

Zhu Xuefeng hurriedly stepped forward to help unload it, which was really a surprise.

"Zhu Xuefeng, your uncle heard that you were renovating a house and was short of food, so he asked me to deliver it. Your uncle is so shy, so I didn't let him run away. Don't be surprised."

"Look at what you said, it's not too late to thank you. First of all, you two elders often help everyone and don't want to cause you any trouble. No one is rich in food.

Secondly, I estimate that I will be able to survive for a while, so I don’t have the nerve to talk to you. You see, you even delivered it to my door in person, making us juniors feel ashamed. "

The two chatted politely for a while, and then Zhu Xuefeng personally sent Aunt Ma to the yard...

Now there is no problem, and the food problem is justified.

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