Restarting life in Siheyuan

Chapter 419 Qin Huairu comes to visit

It was too early to see off people, so Zhu Xuefeng didn't want to go back to school and went directly back to the courtyard.

The yard was very quiet, with people going to work and people going to school. Except for a few women in the outer courtyard, they were holding their shoe soles and chatting at the door. They seemed very peaceful. They smiled and said hello before entering the front yard.

The door to the penthouse was open, and the third aunt, wearing a hat made of a folded newspaper, was busy working with a small basin and a brush.

"Hey, Xiaofeng is back. Why is it so early today?"

"Third aunt, you are busy. I will go to the station to see someone off and then go home directly. You are brushing tung oil."

"Well, being idle is also idle."

Hearing the commotion, a big girl came out of the room, dressed similar to the third aunt, wearing a shabby dress and a paper hat. She came out cheerfully and said hello.

"This is the eldest brother of the Zhu family. I really have to thank you for giving us this house. Thank you."

"You are, you are my sister-in-law, right? As I said, I rented it to you, but I can't let it go. If Uncle Zou and his family come back, you have to return it to them."

Xuemei put down her schoolbag, "Let me take a look, let me take a look."

The other party smiled apologetically, "Brother, I'm sorry, I made a mistake with my bald mouth. I rented it, so I have to thank you."

The third aunt explained with a smile on her face that this daughter-in-law-to-be is really nice. Her son and the old man went to work, and she and her daughter-in-law-to-be cleaned up the new house. The daughter-in-law-to-be didn’t complain at all. Logically speaking, she should have hired a master to do it, but The head of the house felt that he had to take care of other people's meals and pay wages, so the two women didn't go to work, so it just happened to be arranged.

Zhu Xuefeng knew about this. Lao Xue went to the compound to talk to him about it. The third aunt knew Lao Xue. After all, she had been in charge of the food for more than a month at that time. Zhu Xuefeng didn't explain much. Lao Xue actually gave him a discount.

"That's your face. You are lucky. My sister-in-law is as capable as you. This kind of work is usually done by gentlemen, so you two did it."

"Let's not worry about the big brother's affairs. Big brother said that you have to take the college entrance examination in more than two months. Let me remind you more often. Since you are preparing to take the college entrance examination in the future, don't relax from now on."

After exchanging pleasantries, Zhu Xuefeng returned to the south wing. There was little movement in the renovation of the new house, and the old Yan family did not plan to make any major changes. According to what they said, they would just paint it with tung oil, paint it white, clean it up, and make it look new and brighter. Yes, it’s really worry-free.

"Don't worry about it. This house was just renovated the year before last. Logically speaking, it shouldn't require too much trouble."

"Second brother, you should worry about yourself. You will have to take the college entrance examination next year. Your grades are not as good as those of my elder brother. Don't fail the exam and be embarrassed to see others." The younger sister said to this second brother. Brother is not vague at all, every sentence touches my heart.

"Well, it's fun to build a small family by yourself, haha, third aunt, sister-in-law, you two are busy first."

The second child looked at the note on the table, picked it up and read it.

He wanted to prepare dinner for his younger brothers and sisters. Although it was still early, Zhu Xuefeng still planned to make it early. He would deal with it briefly by himself before going to the courtyard to rest. Although there was not much movement next door, the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law would whisper from time to time. Zhu Xuefeng still couldn't hold back the laughter.

"That's right, I watched this house every day when it was being renovated. We didn't do much. We just cleaned it, painted it with tung oil, and made it look new. After all, a new house must look new, right?"

After being in a daze for a while, Lin Na and Xia Yuhong left all of a sudden, feeling a little empty. The three of them were basically together these days, and they were all used to it.

"You're right, after the house is tidied up, it's time to put in the furniture."

Yu Li blushed a little after being called sister-in-law a few times. After all, she hadn't come through the door yet and she looked generous. However, she was still a little shy when she heard the call and stopped saying anything.

"Little sister, eldest brother left a note. The food is ready. Let's just heat it up. He won't come over in the evening, so we can arrange our own study."

"Well, let's go to the furniture factory down the street and order a few pieces. Not to mention, for the sake of the old neighbors, we got a discount."

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"We're thinking that this job doesn't take much effort. Just be careful. Don't you, the third uncle, have to go to work? We'll do it ourselves."

He pouted and threw down the note, "It's true that the eldest brother has been running around all day long and has come back without waiting for us to have dinner together. The two sisters are also on a business trip. Now it's just the two of us and the second brother tonight. , what do you think brother is busy with all day long?"

"I didn't say anything. I said it was my eldest brother's responsibility. If you have any objections, go to him. Don't worry about my affairs. We will see the results when the time comes. Hmm, hurry up and wash your hands. I'll heat up the food."

The two primary school students live a very regular life. After dinner, they tidy up the vegetable garden and feed the chickens. The courtyard is already lively. People who are not working overtime are hanging out in the courtyard to play after school.

"Xue Song, is your brother at home?"

The two brothers and sisters were a little strange when they saw Qin Huairu and a girl through the fence of the vegetable garden.

"My brother went out and won't be back today."

Qin Huairu was a little surprised and said disappointedly, "Oh, that's it. It just so happened that my sister came back from the countryside and brought some specialties from home. I brought some for your family."

The two young ladies looked at each other, and Zhu Xuemei shook her head. The second child knew that the younger sister did not want to pay attention to this person at all. After a moment of hesitation, she stood up and said to the outside.

"I'm so sorry. My brother doesn't let us accept gifts from others. You'd better take them back to Banggeng and the others to try. We have to clean up the vegetable garden, so we won't come out to entertain you."

Qin Huairu glanced at Qin Jingru awkwardly, and then said to Caiyuanzi.

"Don't be so polite. It's not a rare thing. It can't be considered a gift. It's from the neighbors on the street and I keep it at home. Even if your brother comes, he definitely won't care. Come out. I just want you two to bring it to your brother. A word."

Qin Huairu knew that during these days, Zhu Xuefeng went home every night, and two beautiful girls came to tutor her. She didn't expect that she would miss out today, but this time she came to the door with something, so that the two little guys would be turned away, and the news would spread later. Where to put this face?

Seeing Qin Huairu standing stubbornly outside, Zhu Xuesong had no choice but to wash his hands and open the garden.

"You really don't have to be so polite. My brother really won't let us accept other people's things. If you have anything to say, just tell me and I will definitely bring it to you."

Qin Huairu didn't care about this and stuffed a bagful of wild fruits or something into Zhu Xuesong's arms.

"Just take it if it's given to you. Your brother is not so open-minded. He said that the matter between our two families is over, but you brat still holds a grudge. My sister-in-law has not done anything to regret your family."

Zhu Xuesong blushed greatly. Looking at Qin Jingru behind her, covering her mouth and snickering, she felt at a loss for a moment, so she had no choice but to take it and speak bravely.

"If you have anything to say, just tell me and I will definitely bring it to my brother."

Qin Huairu smiled and said, "That's right." Looking around, "It's better to go in and talk about this matter. You won't even let your sister-in-law in." Zhu Xuesong had no choice but to lead the two of them in. Zhu Xuemei was in the yard. He pouted and washed his hands, closed the fence door, and went home.

The house had been tidied up by the two children. Two schoolbags were placed on the table. Textbooks and pencil cases were also taken out and placed neatly aside. Qin Huairu looked at it carefully for a while, not looking very good.

"Xue Song, actually there is something wrong. If your brother comes back, you..."

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"You mean, Master Jin has figured it out and is willing to move to another place?"

Erya nodded, "Master Jin always said these days that people don't like to do the old style anymore, and work is getting less and less. It can't go on like this. I think he must have had an idea in his mind, so we talked for a while. , He seemed to be trying to find a suitable place, and vaguely seemed to want to go south, but I didn't answer."

"Yes, you did a good job. Let's observe first. We can't take the initiative to say that there is a way. I originally wanted to find something else for you two to do, but it seems that we have to wait. So, you two should just follow Master Jin's example. Let me know if there is any news.”

"Okay, sir."

Looking at Erya, Zhu Xuefeng couldn't help pinching his cheeks. "How many times have I said it, why can't I change my words?"

Erya blushed suddenly, lowered her head and said hesitantly.

"I was thinking in my heart and accidentally shouted out, you...".

"Silly girl, I have told you so many times that we are all a family. If you are not used to being called by our names, just call me boss."

"Okay, boss." The two girls agreed quickly and ran away with a smile. Zhu Xuefeng also smiled. Another year later, the two girls have grown up. Now they can also use tailoring skills to go to Xiangjiang. It shouldn't be a big problem to open a privately-tailored clothing store. It would be best if Master Jin could take charge. These two girls would have to be sent away at some time.

But who does the godmother want? Da Ya definitely can't do it. She also helps Zhu Xuefeng take care of many things. Besides, let's see if the godmother on the street can find a suitable candidate.

The front yard is empty. Now that Xie Minghui is always on missions, he comes less and less. The swallows in the middle yard have also left. The whole yard is too quiet.

Zhu Xuefeng, who had been playing alone for a while, stopped, wiped the sweat from his face, and shouted into the darkness of the corridor.

"I've been watching for so long, come here. If you don't learn from others, you just like to learn from swallows."

A figure flashed out and said with a smile. "Senior brother, how did you know I was here? I'm not on duty today. By coincidence, I happened to see you practicing, and I couldn't help but want to learn something secretly."

Stealing lessons? She had no foundation at all in the backing skills she had practiced, and she had never practiced marksmanship or sword skills. Zhu Xuefeng was too lazy to expose them.

"You won't practice on your own if Xiaoyu isn't here. If you don't practice this thing for a few days, you'll be good at it. If you don't practice it again, you'll fall behind. Now that the conditions are so good, don't delay."

"What are you talking about? I practice well every day, but I don't dare to be lazy. I still find time to practice at work. It's not about your practice. You forgot for a while."

Zhu Xuefeng took a look and realized that this job was really different from going to school. In less than a year, Lin Yilan had already lost the childishness of a student.

"Isn't the factory tight inside and loose outside now? Can you, the team leader, be given a break?"

"Even animals need a rest. I worked three night shifts in a row. Senior brother, you are so cruel. Fortunately, you are not our section chief."

Zhu Xuefeng put away his gun and knife and said with a smile, "Chief Ma is also very strict with you? No way."

Lin Yilan pouted, "Brother, you don't know, right? We Ma Ke heard that we were going to be promoted, and there was a new guy in the team. He was the section chief when he came. He is now in charge of us. His surname is also Ma. I can see this guy." bother."

Zhu Xuefeng had not been to the security department for a while. He didn't expect that a new leader had arrived. Also, Section Chief Ma had made many contributions in the past two years and had been working for such a long time. I heard that the head of the security department was approaching his age, so he might be able to move. step.

"What, the new guy is doing something to you?"

"He does think that with his few tricks, I don't take him seriously at all. This guy is annoying. It's annoying just to see him. He does nothing every day and always finds ways to make trouble for us. It's okay when Section Chief Ma is here. As long as Section Chief Ma is not here, he will just shout slogans, form a line, and run forward whenever he has time."

Maybe he is a veteran and is eager to make some achievements. Zhu Xuefeng can understand that it is April, and it is indeed the time for people who have transferred to work.

"Isn't it just to train you? Being a security guard is the only thing you can do without. What's the matter with waiting for me for so long?"

Lin Yilan hesitated for a moment, then leaned over and whispered.

"I have been working night shift these past few days. I saw someone in the office after the technical department worked overtime for two days in a row. I kept a close eye and secretly looked twice. It was their director who was drawing pictures in the office alone."

Zhu Xuefeng didn't take it seriously. Director Shao of the Technical Department had dealt with him many times and was a relatively responsible old comrade. It was said that he organized someone to send him back last time at the aluminum factory.

"What's this? It's normal for people to work overtime."

Lin Yilan shook her head and said uncertainly.

"I always felt something was wrong. Then I looked again. He didn't draw pictures when he was working overtime. He was still chatting with others and waited until everyone had left before drawing. Also, he happened to run into me when he went downstairs that day. I saw He looked a little unnatural, as if he was frightened."

"It's normal for you to be frightened when you meet someone when you go downstairs at night. Don't be suspicious. This is an old comrade. He has been in the steel rolling mill for many years. You are too worried."

"I hope so!" Lin Yilan tilted her head and thought about it. Although she didn't quite agree with her senior brother's judgment, it didn't seem like there was anything too suspicious.

"That's it? If nothing else, I'll take a shower first and we'll talk tomorrow."

Lin Yilan wanted to say something else, but she didn't say anything in the end. When she saw her senior brother going to take a shower, she stomped back to the backyard.

According to the wishes of the two leaders, the steel rolling mill has been loose on the outside and tight on the inside. They are closely monitoring whether anyone comes to steal the information on the casting method. After all, this thing is related to the technical advantage of Xiaoli, so it cannot be careless.

Director Shao, it should be impossible. If nothing else, he was fully involved in the experiment of casting method in the steel rolling mill. All these things should be in his mind. If he wanted to leak it, he could make it up himself without looking up the information. Lin Yilan should be a warrior.

Lin Yilan was lying on the kang, carefully recalling every detail of Director Shao.

"There is definitely a problem. Senior brother didn't see the specific scene, but I did."

Lin Yilan sat up and used the analysis method taught by her senior brother to think about it bit by bit. It took a long time to get discouraged. This method didn't seem to work very well, and she still had no clue, but there must be something wrong with Director Shao.

(End of this chapter)