Courtyard House: Starting in a Ceramics Factory

Chapter 201 A Kindhearted One? A Love Rival Appears!

Sometimes, things just progress a little too quickly. At this point, Li Feng was still a bit confused when he confirmed his relationship with Ding Qiunan.

Even Li Feng felt it was a bit fast at this point, but compared to Sha Zhu, it was still considered slow.

After all, this is already the second one, Sha Zhu.

Although the first girl named Zhu Ting was a bit of a scumbag for cheating on his girlfriend, Sha Zhu accepted the past and then found a second girl named Wen Hui.

So compared to Sha Zhu, Li Feng is still a bit slow.

But this is normal, because at the beginning, Li Feng didn't think about finding a partner. When he transmigrated here, the first thing he wanted to do was stay in the capital.

And I've been working hard, hoping to live a good life here.

Li Feng's situation is now relatively stable, since he has already obtained a level three painter's title at the factory, and he can be promoted to level four after April.

Although the factory helped me apply for the Level 4 professional title, that's all I can do. I still have to go to the labor bureau to take the exam for the Level 5 painter title.

Of course, the Ministry of Light Industry will still send people to serve as judges, since this is also for evaluating the professional titles of employees under the Ministry of Light Industry.

Even for advanced professional titles, such as the eighth-level painter, although the labor bureau organizes the selection process, it still requires evaluation and voting, and the number of positions is limited.

However, at this level, to be rated as Level 8, many things need to be considered, such as the number of times you have participated in major projects and the role you played in them, as well as the awards you have won. These are all factors in being rated as a senior.

Master Deng was able to be rated as an eighth-level painter after undergoing numerous tests.

Most importantly, sometimes Mr. Deng would be invited by the labor bureau to be a judge.

With Master Deng's qualifications, he is more than qualified to be a judge for the painters taking the intermediate-level craftsman exam, after all, Master Deng has been praised by the instructors.

Regardless, Li Feng is now Master Deng's apprentice. After graduating from university, he will continue to work in the ceramics factory, which was considered a high-paying job at that time.

Even in the 21st century, it will be the same. By then, no matter what, Li Feng will have become an eighth-level painter. Moreover, at the same time as becoming an eighth-level painter, the Ministry of Light Industry will also apply for the title of National Ceramic Arts and Crafts Master.

In later generations, some of the paintings created by painters with this title could sell for hundreds of millions.

While there's an element of hype involved, it also shows that this industry is a long-term one, and people aren't necessarily going to lose their jobs.

In other words, even if Li Feng continues to work in this job, he will at least not lose his job. Even if there is a wave of layoffs, it will not affect him.

Moreover, Li Feng's profession is that of a worker, a traditional, unreliable profession in that era, so he wasn't afraid of what might happen during those ten years.

So at this point, Li Feng also felt that finding a partner wasn't out of the question.

After all, I won't be alone at home anymore.

At this moment, Li Feng couldn't help but look at Ding Qiunan, who was looking very serious.

"Do you want to be in a relationship with me because you like me?"

Ding Qiunan listened to Li Feng's words and nodded slightly.

"Ok".

"like!".

Li Feng asked Ding Qiunan with some curiosity.

"What do you like about me?"

"Do I know how to cook?"

At this moment, it seemed that Li Feng could only think of this one and only advantage he currently possessed.

As for other things, Li Feng really hadn't noticed any other advantages he had.

As Ding Qiunan listened to Li Feng's words, she felt that Li Feng couldn't see his own strengths. Recently, Ding Qiunan had found Li Feng to be very attentive and patient. Whether in the library or at home teaching her English, Li Feng had never shown any impatience. Moreover, Ding Qiunan thought Li Feng was a very upright person.

When Li Feng brought a fat man to Hongxing Hospital for treatment, he said the fat man was his colleague. At that time, the fat man had been beaten so badly that he was almost unrecognizable. When Li Feng saw his colleague being beaten, he was filled with righteous indignation and went to report the incident to the police.

Ding Qiunan saw Li Feng's actions as a manifestation of a sense of justice.

Therefore, Ding Qiunan believed that Li Feng was a person with a strong sense of justice and could give people a sense of security. Moreover, when Ding Qiunan was at work, people in the compound would talk about who had whom in a relationship.

However, Ding Qiunan believes that none of the men they consider good are as good as Li Feng.

Moreover, Ding Qiunan felt that Li Feng seemed very kind and not fierce at all. Then she thought of some of her colleagues' husbands who beat their wives.

Ding Qiunan still felt that a kind person like Li Feng was better.

In Ding Qiunan's eyes, Li Feng had many good points, so when Ding Qiunan heard that Li Feng might not have time to come anymore, she became a little anxious.

If Li Feng never comes again, how will I ever see him again?
That's why Ding Qiunan asked this question at this point, wondering if she and Li Feng were friends.

Actually, Ding Qiunan's words were rather subtle.

Fortunately, Li Feng understood. If Li Feng hadn't, Ding Qiunan would have had to blush and explain even more clearly.

Now that things were out in the open, Ding Qiunan wasn't so embarrassed anymore. So, Ding Qiunan nodded slightly to Li Feng and said...

"Actually, that's only one aspect!"

What I like most about you is your patience.

"And your gentleness."

Li Feng was stunned when he heard Ding Qiunan's words.

gentle?

Yourself?

How can it be?

Am I gentle?

Li Feng himself didn't feel this way. If you're talking about patience, Li Feng felt he still had some. After all, not many painters are without patience.

After all, you need patience to do this job; otherwise, you probably won't be able to continue.

As for being gentle?

Is it Japanese-style gentleness?

Li Feng sensed something was wrong, though he himself couldn't quite put his finger on it.

At this moment, Li Feng smiled awkwardly at Ding Qiunan and said...

"this!".

"Is that considered an advantage?"

"However, it's acceptable for now."

"alright.".

"Let me tell you something practical."

"After all, you just said you were willing to date me or something."

"As you know, I'm just an ordinary worker."

"It's just that the profession is somewhat rare, but I'm still just an ordinary worker."

"Besides, I don't know where you see my gentleness. Actually, I don't even know myself. If you date me, what if we get married in the future?"

"Everyone has to make a living."

"You know how to manage your finances, don't you?"

Ding Qiunan quickly nodded to Li Feng and said.

"I know".

"Actually, I can do other things besides cooking."

"As for cooking, I just need to practice more."

Li Feng shook his head and said.

"Actually, our factory provides meals, and I usually only eat at home when I'm on break."

Upon hearing Li Feng's words, Ding Qiunan suddenly realized what he meant, and then she asked Li Feng with some curiosity.

"Then how come your cooking is so delicious?"

Li Feng didn't expect Ding Qiunan to ask him this question.

And after saying so much, is cooking all she cares about?

Although our country is one where food is the most important thing for people, the place you're concerned about seems a bit off, doesn't it?
This puzzled Li Feng.

Despite saying that, Li Feng still answered Ding Qiunan's question. He then shook his head at Ding Qiunan and said...

"Actually, my cooking skills are just average."

Li Feng was telling the truth. Although he had cooking skills, that was the reality, because he often didn't eat at home and sometimes ate at Sha Zhu's house.

Therefore, this skill is used very infrequently.

Moreover, Li Feng hasn't made any breakthroughs yet. Perhaps what Ding Qiunan said means that her cooking skills are actually quite average.

Overall, I made some progress the second time I cooked compared to the first time.

However, Li Feng didn't blame Ding Qiunan. After all, Li Feng knew that Ding Qiunan also ate in the cafeteria, and if she ate in the cafeteria, she didn't need to cook at all.

Moreover, when Li Feng cooked at Ding Qiunan's place last time, he noticed that there were no signs of frequent cooking. Li Feng guessed that Ding Qiunan usually cooked noodles or similar dishes at home.

Ding Qiunan could definitely afford noodles and the like.

When Li Feng thought of this, Ding Qiunan couldn't help but look up at Li Feng and say something.

"Your work is just average."

"I feel it's already pretty good, at least it tastes better than what I make."

"And many of my colleagues' husbands don't cook."

When Li Feng heard this, he couldn't help but nod and say something.

"All right.".

"It seems I do have some strengths."

Upon hearing Li Feng's words, Ding Qiunan couldn't help but smile, and then she began to comment on Li Feng.

"Actually, you have many strengths, you just haven't discovered them yet."

For example, you have a very pleasant voice.

For example, you are very cheerful.

"Moreover, you are very respectful of people."

"There are... there are so many more..."

After hearing Ding Qiunan list so many good qualities, Li Feng couldn't help but smile and say to her.

"Yeah, I believed you."

Ding Qiunan then spoke earnestly to Li Feng.

"I'm telling the truth."

"I'm not lying to you."

After seeing the genuine look in Ding Qiunan's eyes, Li Feng also believed that what Ding Qiunan said was true.

So Li Feng nodded to Ding Qiunan and said.

"All right.".

"I believe it."

"But it's almost time, I really have to go, I have some things to do this afternoon."

Ding Qiunan shook her head and said.

"Didn't you say you'd help me review my English?"

"Besides, you agreed to be my girlfriend, so are you leaving so soon?"

Finally, at Ding Qiunan's request, Li Feng stayed at her place until the afternoon, during which time he had a meal with her.

When Li Feng came out of Ding Qiunan's house, he felt like he was still dreaming.

After what happened this morning, Li Feng now has a girlfriend.

The plot is developing really fast, but it feels very real.

Li Feng could clearly sense these things.

Moreover, before leaving, Li Feng promised Ding Qiunan that he would visit her when he had time, or write a letter or call her.

Ah!
As a frugal person, Li Feng would never make a phone call, since making a phone call at this time would be quite expensive.

And it was I who called her.

As for writing letters, it's quite laborious and troublesome.

So Li Feng didn't plan to write a letter or anything. He decided that he would just go to her dormitory to find her when he had time in the future.

However, Li Feng also knew that this dormitory was only a temporary place for Ding Qiunan to live. If Ding Qiunan were to be admitted to medical school in the future, she would definitely not be able to live there anymore.

It's just that it's still early.

Thinking of this, Li Feng started riding his bicycle home.

Actually, Li Feng was off work today, but he still had a lot of things to do at home, such as cleaning the house. In fact, Li Feng's house hadn't been cleaned for quite a while.

And these curtains definitely need to be repaired.

Now, the curtains in Li Feng's house can only cover half of the room, and the other half can't be left uncovered.

But no matter what, there are still a lot of things to do at home.

So next, Li Feng went to the store and bought some tools he needed. As for the things that Sha Zhu had at home, he could just borrow them himself.

Anyway, I'll only use it once, and not often.

the other side

Sha Zhu rode his bicycle with Wen Hui to the train station.

At this time of year, the train station is incredibly crowded, no matter which train you're on.

However, some of these people are locals, some are visiting relatives, but most are here on business.

After all, the capital city is the central hub, and many local matters require going to the capital for business. Therefore, there are quite a few local officials sitting on the train.

at this time
Sha Zhu leaned against the bicycle, while Wen Hui sat on the back of Sha Zhu's bicycle, staring intently at the train exit.

About twenty minutes later.

When Wenhui saw her parents come out of the exit, she immediately went to greet them.

At this moment, Wenhui walked quickly to her parents and happily called out to them.

"Dad, Mom."

When Wenhui's parents saw her, they happily took her hands and asked her about her recent situation.

Just as Wenhui's parents were speaking, a slightly chubby, short-haired young man with a simple and honest face, carrying large and small bags behind them, smiled at Wenhui.

"Huihui."

"You look even more beautiful."

"I'm your millstone brother."

"Do you still remember me?"

When Wen Hui saw the young, slightly overweight man, she couldn't help but take a few steps back. She looked at him with a somewhat disdainful expression and asked him a question.

"Li Erniu, didn't I tell you not to come?"

"Why did you come here with my parents?"

Although Wenhui had told her parents on the phone not to let Zhou Erniu come here, she didn't expect that her parents would still let him come.

At this moment, Wenhui's parents advised her.

"Huihui, your brother Nianzi missed you too. He came all this way to see you. What's wrong?"

"Huihui, after you marry your brother Nianzi, won't you be family?"

When Wenhui's parents got to this point, Shazhu immediately spoke up to them.

"I will not agree to this."

"Huihui is my girlfriend."

(End of this chapter)