Restarting life in Siheyuan

"Brother, you know what, we feel deeply about this matter. All of a sudden, we overseas wanderers feel more confident. Unfortunately, there are very few reports on this here, especially some mainstream newspapers, which only use a very small amount of space to report it. The whole article only has 200 to 300 words in total, which is not satisfying."

This specific period of history has been watched many times in documentaries in later generations. Zhu Xuefeng just told a few short stories about self-reliance, which made Mr. Jin sigh with emotion.

"It's not easy, it's not simple. I, Jin, admire these people. They are all great. They are the heroes of the country and the pride of the nation. Come, let's do something for them."

Mr. Jin, who was obviously a little excited, took the initiative to drink a few more glasses, and even Yang Lei excitedly joined him in drinking two glasses.

"Don't drink any more. You'll pass out if you drink any more. Haha, Brother Jin, we had a great time drinking today. If you want to drink again, I'll accompany you next time we go to Hong Kong."

Mr. Jin was already staggering. He was very happy today, so he decided to let himself go. Under the influence of alcohol, he patted Zhu Xuefeng on the shoulder.

"Okay, since my brother has invited me, as the older brother I must go and ask for money, and visit my brother's wife by the way, hahahaha."

Mr. Jin, who let himself go, soon lost his fighting spirit, and Zhu Xuefeng shook Mr. Jin's shoulder.

"Brother, how about we drink again next time and stop here today?"

"Brother, I can't do it. This sorghum wine makes you drunk too quickly. I haven't had enough fun yet. I really can't accompany you, brother."

Zhu Xuefeng looked at Yang Lei after she drank. She was like a blooming rose, with an alluring blush on her cheeks and a dazed look in her eyes.

"Are you okay? How about I take Mr. Jin to rest first, and then I'll take you back."

At this moment, Yang Lei's cheeks were flushed, her eyes were watery, and there seemed to be a smile on the corner of her mouth. She was trying hard to be energetic.

"Boss, don't worry about me. I didn't drink much. I'll be fine after a while."

Seeing Yang Lei's demeanor revealing an indescribable charm and style, which was completely different from her usual steadiness and nobility, Zhu Xuefeng felt a little impulsive after drinking. A year was still too long.

Zhu Xuefeng shook his head, put aside some weird thoughts, and helped Mr. Jin to the guest room to rest.

After a year of suppression, his body was feeling a little impulsive, so Zhu Xuefeng washed his face, went to the backyard, found the long stick from last year, and started playing with it.

Over the past year, his spear skills have improved a lot. His Overlord Spear Skill has broken through the fourth level, which is a remarkable improvement. Even if he meets Qing Xuan again, there will definitely be a big gap in their skills. Relying on this set of spear skills, without the support of the black gun, Zhu Xuefeng is confident that he can fight back and forth.

After a burst of sweating, he withdrew his hand, and the backyard door was gently pushed open. Yang Lei walked over, bringing a faint fragrance, and seemed to be a lot more sober.

"Are you feeling better? Go and rest first. I'm fine here."

Yang Lei chuckled and shook her head, taking advantage of the alcohol, she mustered up the courage to ask.

"Boss, you invited Uncle Jin to go to Hong Kong. If I go too, would you welcome me?"

Zhu Xuefeng was a little surprised by Yang Lei's initiative. He looked at her eyes, which were rippling like water and flashing with a hazy light due to the alcohol.

"Of course you are welcome, but Yang Lei, you should have returned to your hometown during the Spring Festival, so you should know some things."

Yang Lei smiled and nodded slightly, then shook her head, "My grandfather wrote to me, saying that he had given up his request for us to marry and asked us to go home and see him. We then learned that the Highness of the Autonomous Region has the same name as you, but Grandpa didn't say what the Highness had to do with Dongsheng Company. He seemed to know nothing at all."

After saying this, Yang Lei felt relieved and became a little bolder. She tilted her head and looked at her boss.

Zhu Xuefeng washed his face with the water from the sand pool, pulled over a stool and sat down, and Yang Lei also sat on the chair opposite.

"I wanted to wait until your two sisters were all here before I told you. Since you want to know now, I'll tell you directly. Yes, it was all my fault. I was the one who asked your grandfather to cancel the marriage. He didn't know that I was outside the autonomous region."

Yang Lei smoothed her long hair back and looked at her boss again. Seeing Zhu Xuefeng admit it readily, she tilted her head and smiled, "We thought of it. Grandpa described your appearance and we knew it was you. We just didn't expect you to govern our hometown so well. Grandpa was right. You are indeed an amazing person."

"It's nothing special. The autonomous region is managed by Yang Maosheng of your Yang family. I'm just pointing a direction."

As he was about to stand up, he said, "I'm sweating all over. I'm going to take a shower. It's getting late. You should also go to bed early."

Seeing that the young boss was trying to escape, Yang Lei burst out laughing, "Everyone says you are a hero, you can break into the enemy camp alone with a gun, and even cannons can't kill you. I didn't expect that a woman like me could scare you away."

Knowing that Yang Lei must have become like this due to the effects of alcohol, Zhu Xuefeng turned back helplessly and shook off his sweat-soaked training clothes. "You can see it too. It's very uncomfortable. Go to bed early. From now on, you and Yang Zhen are free. Don't worry about it anymore."

Watching Zhu Xuefeng enter the villa, Yang Lei sighed, looked at the starry sky by the sea, and thought of her sister's words. She couldn't help but have a lot of thoughts in her mind. For a moment, she was confused and looked at the light in Zhu Xuefeng's room. She couldn't help but be dazed again.

After washing up, Zhu Xuefeng's drunkenness had all dissipated with sweat. He changed into his training clothes again and prepared to practice more. He had to speed up and narrow the gap with Qingxuan. It felt bad to be dominated by a woman, so he stood up, but saw Yang Lei still wandering in the backyard. He thought about it and gave up.

I took out a booklet. It was full of names, divided into several groups, and there were exactly 300 people in total. Another purpose of my visit this time was to get in touch with them.

He went over his plan in his mind again and put away the booklet. Yang Lei was still in the backyard, so Zhu Xuefeng gave up the idea of ​​practicing martial arts and turned to rest. He fell asleep quickly due to the fatigue from the long journey and the practice, as well as the effect of alcohol.

In the dim light, there was a slight sound of the door opening, and there was an extra person in the room. Zhu Xuefeng opened his eyes suddenly. Under the afterglow of the stars and the moon, a slender figure was standing in the room, seeming to be a little hesitant and hesitant. It was Yang Lei, who was engaged in a fierce ideological struggle in a cool outfit.

"Yang Lei, how did you come in?"

Zhu Xuefeng's sudden whispered question was like a thunderbolt, which struck Yang Lei so hard that she was burnt on the outside and tender on the inside. She stood there in a daze and did not speak for a long time.

"I, I, I think..."

Zhu Xuefeng looked at the watch. It was already past twelve o'clock. He sat up, put on his clothes, got out of bed, and was about to turn on the light.

"Your Highness, please don't turn on the light." Yang Lei requested in a low voice. Zhu Xuefeng paused and sat back on the bed.

"This is North America, don't address me like that, just call me boss, and tell me what you want to say."

"Your Highness, I think, I think..."

Zhu Xuefeng frowned slightly, but did not speak, thinking about various possibilities.

Seeing that Zhu Xuefeng hadn't spoken, and thinking that her sister would come tomorrow, it would be even more awkward for the two of them to be together, Yang Lei mustered up her courage and knelt down in front of Zhu Xuefeng. "Your Highness, I am willing to obey my grandfather's wishes and be your concubine. I am willing to accept your grace and be your subject, serving you. I am willing to listen to your orders and obey your wishes. I am willing to be your maid, respectful and humble."

Zhu Xuefeng was stunned. He didn't expect Yang Lei to blurt out such a long paragraph. It seemed that she had thought about it carefully. He stepped forward and helped her up.

"Thank you for your kindness. I have already explained your matter to your grandfather. He has given up. Didn't he write a letter asking you to go home and reunite with your family? Don't worry anymore. There is no need to do this."

Yang Lei knelt down again with her hands down, "Your Highness, my sister and I returned home and only then did we know that Your Highness is so charming, just like the bright moon shining on people, which makes people admire you. I wish to always be by your side."

Under the dim moonlight, Yang Lei looked even more charming. Zhu Xuefeng could see clearly that the woman in front of him was anxiously waiting for his next words. It seemed that it took all her courage to say this. Maybe it was her grandfather who taught her this.

"Get up. I understand your intentions, but we don't know each other very well and have only met a few times. It's a bit rash for you to agree without thinking. Besides, I already have a family. Don't worry, there is no need for marriage. I will treat the Yang family well."

"Your Highness, this is not an impulsive decision, nor is it a rash one. My sister and I have considered it carefully and have no regrets. Please forgive us for any offense we caused you when we were unaware of the situation."

Yang Lei did not stand up. She lowered her head and expressed her opinion in a low voice. She did not have the relaxation she had just when she was teasing the boss in the backyard. She waited anxiously for a reply.

Zhu Xuefeng didn't say anything, just looked at the woman in front of him quietly, his mind was full of thoughts. He thought that Yang might propose a marriage again, but he didn't expect that it would be Yang Lei who proposed it.

"Get up. Since you won't give up, let's go hand in hand, go to the end of the world together, write a brilliant chapter of life together, and enjoy the prosperity of the world together."

Yang Lei finally breathed a sigh of relief, slowly stood up, and stood quietly beside the man, but she was a little at a loss, not knowing what to do next.

The night was dim, the moonlight was like water, and I didn't realize that my cheeks had already flushed slightly. My lowered eyes looked shy and tender, like a budding tuberose, tempting me to commit a crime.

Zhu Xuefeng had already honestly reported the matter of the second daughter of the Yang family to his family the last time he went back. Xia Yuhong had some complaints about this, but Lin Na agreed that the Yang family could become a completely reliable helper.

"The autonomous region is just like Hong Kong. We must have our own people. You can trust Li Xiaojun and Song Yan, but they are outsiders after all. If you can tie the Yang family to your chariot, you can really trust the autonomous region. After all, Yang Maosheng, the chief executive of the autonomous region, is a member of the Yang family."

"Okay, Sister Na has the final say. We agreed at the time that you will be the one making the decision on these matters." Although Xia Yuhong was somewhat reluctant, the man's autonomous region must be in the hands of their own people. This was something she and Lin Na had always been worried about.

Zhu Xuefeng said seriously that it was not necessary, he had already declined the offer from the Yang clan leader, the autonomous region was very stable now, which caused the two of them to roll their eyes. Zhu Xuefeng had no choice but to accept it with an expression of obeying the emperor's order, which caused Xia Yuhong to tease him even more.

"Since Yang has made up her mind, she will not give up just because you politely refuse her once. Don't worry, I believe that those two girls will become our sisters sooner or later."

"I dare not. I don't have such intentions. Heaven and earth can bear witness to this."

"Come on, you are a typical person who takes advantage of others and still acts cute. Others may not know, but I know you. How many people want to come in and become sisters with us? Do you think I am really stupid and don't know? Doesn't that Wu Qianqian always ask Assistant Chen to report to you? And my childhood friend, and your junior sister Lin? Sister Na and I didn't tell you, so don't think we don't know. By the way, you are also thinking about Miss Li in Hong Kong."

Zhu Xuefeng broke out in a sweat, and he knew that it would be better if he didn't explain at this time. The more he explained, the greater the sin would be. Lin Na watched with interest on the side without saying a word, and Xia Yuhong was still angry.

"Why don't you also take the two sisters from Fusang as your disciples? According to your plan, their share will also become larger and larger. Isn't it necessary?"

Zhu Xuefeng didn't dare to say anything and could only laugh it off. Fortunately, Lin Na knew when to stop and persuaded Xia Yuhong.

"Okay, okay, some things are just a matter of taking advantage of the situation. Our family is in this situation now and we really need external support. This is the only way now."

Lin Na's words finally put the matter to rest. It was because of that awkward family meeting that the current scene of accepting Yang Lei came about.

"No need to stand, sit down and chat for a while."

After clarifying the relationship, Yang Lei seemed to have lost the ability to think independently, which made Zhu Xuefeng laugh. Just now, she was teasing him in the backyard and had the courage to break into the room to explain, but now that the matter was clear, she became timid.

"Your Highness, that's not right. My grandfather said that since I'm your servant, I should be respectful and humble and serve you well."

Zhu Xuefeng patted the bed and said, "Sit down and talk. We are still the same as before. There is no His Majesty here..."

When the sun was rising over the hill, Zhu Xuefeng finished his work in the grove outside the yard. In the early morning, people were already going into the water in the bay. The place had become busy and was no longer suitable for outdoor shooting practice.

"Boss, would you please take a shower first before having breakfast?"

"Well, is Lao Jin up?"

"Uncle Jin has already woken up. He said he still has a headache and is taking a walk in the front yard. I'll invite him to come over and have dinner with you when you finish washing up."

"Okay, thank you for your hard work."

Zhu Xuefeng left with a smile. Yang Lei watched the man go upstairs. A happy smile blossomed on her face and there seemed to be stars twinkling in her eyes. She made the right choice this time. The man respected her very much.

"Old Jin, there will be another customer coming over soon. Let's discuss the details together. From now on, this supermarket chain will be a three-party partnership between us. He will only have a figurehead role, but it will be more convenient for him to come forward for some things."

Zhu Xuefeng put down his chopsticks and Yang Lei handed him a cup of hot milk. Everything seemed so natural. Lao Jin looked at this scene and felt a little strange. It seemed that only one night had passed and some things had changed. For a moment, he even forgot to answer Zhu Xuefeng.

"Oh, that's no problem for me, you are the boss and I am just an employee, haha."

"Don't say that. You are the third largest shareholder. Although he is the second largest shareholder, you will be responsible for everything in North America from now on."

Seeing Zhu Xuefeng put down the cup, Yang Lei handed him a tissue. Zhu Xuefeng naturally took it and wiped the milk stains from the corners of his mouth. Mr. Jin couldn't help but ask.

"What are you two doing?"

As soon as she said this, she immediately realized that something was wrong. Yang Lei blushed and looked at the man with a smile. Zhu Xuefeng had no choice but to explain with a smile.

"Thank you Miss Yang for not abandoning me and being willing to walk hand in hand with me. Please take care of me in the future, brother."

"Oh, oh, this is a good thing, a good thing..."

(End of this chapter)