The Red Era: Living in Seclusion in a Siheyuan as a Boss

Chapter 493: Want to “go into the sea”!!!
At night, Wang Qiuju, who was still full of resentment, started to complain to Sha Zhu about Qin Huairu and her daughter.

"What the hell! A dog will never change its nature. No matter how nice we are to them, it's useless. Didn't you see the faces of the mother and daughter at that time?"

"I don't think this matter can be entirely blamed on Huaihua. She is still so young, what can she understand? Maybe all this is Qin Huairu's trick behind the scenes. I have seen through her a long time ago..."

Sha Zhu smoked silently without saying a word, as if he was thinking about something.

Wang Qiuju was furious when she saw this. She raised her voice and shouted, "I'm talking to you! Why don't you say something?"

Sha Zhu then lazily responded, "Squeak!"

Wang Qiuju was furious when she heard this. She stretched out her hand to twist Shazhu's ear, cursing, "I think you deserve to be punished! Are you itching for trouble again?"

Sha Zhu quickly dodged to the side, and said with a shameless smile: "Wife, don't be angry, I'm just thinking about this, right?"

Wang Qiuju was skeptical of his words, "What do you think you can come up with?"

Sha Zhu stopped laughing and said seriously, "Actually, I think this may not be a completely bad thing. Think about it, if this hadn't happened, wouldn't Xiao Qiu and Huai Hua's relationship be the best?"

Wang Qiuju snorted coldly, "That's right! That heartless ungrateful bastard, Xiaoqiu treated her so well, but she's so good!"

Seeing Wang Qiuju's angry face, Sha Zhu smiled bitterly and quickly consoled her: "Don't be so angry. I think this result may not be a bad thing!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Qiuju became even more furious and yelled, "He Yuzhu, you are really something! Your son has suffered such a great injustice, but not only do you not feel sorry for him, you are also watching the fun here, gloating over his misfortune. Do you still behave like a father at all? I... I will not forgive you!" She became more and more angry as she spoke, her eyes turned red, and her emotions were completely out of control. She raised her hand to hit He Yuzhu.

Sha Zhu was so scared that he quickly hid. Wang Qiuju was really brave enough to kill him. A brave man would not suffer a loss in front of him!

"Hey! Wife, don't be so anxious. Just listen to me and finish what I have to say slowly, okay?"

Wang Qiuju urged impatiently: "If you have something to say, just say it now! Don't dilly-dally!"

Sha Zhu sorted out his thoughts and said slowly: "Let me ask you, Xiaoqiu and Huaihua have such a good relationship now, and they are about to become adults. What will you do if their relationship becomes more intimate someday?"

When Wang Qiuju heard this, she didn't understand what was going on and said casually, "Isn't that great?"

Seeing this, Sha Zhu quickly continued, "Then do you want our family to become relatives with the Jia family?"

Wang Qiuju suddenly realized and her face darkened: "How is that possible! No matter who we marry into, we can't marry into the Jia family! Oh, I understand what you mean, He Yuzhu, you are quite smart!"

Seeing his wife exaggerating him, Sha Zhu said with a smug look on his face: "What do you think? Does what I said make sense?"

Wang Qiuju nodded, and said with a guilty conscience: "Don't tell me, I just realized that a bad thing has turned into a good thing!
Oh! It's all my fault that I was too busy and before I knew it, these kids had grown up.

Fortunately, this incident happened tonight.

Otherwise, if He Qiu and Huaihua really develop to that point, we will have to accept it with a pinch of our noses!"

Wang Qiuju is a woman who clearly distinguishes between gratitude and resentment, and she always has a strong prejudice against the Jia family.

She was filled with deep disgust for Qin Huairu and Jia Zhang's past actions.

Wang Qiuju figured it out, and said to Sha Zhu, "This is good, let He Qiu recognize Huaihua's character and stop being a fool and being fooled by her!"

“From now on, we have to pay attention to their relationship and be on guard.

I'm afraid that after Huaihua hits a snag with Ge Xiaohu, she'll turn around and target our He Qiu again!"

Sha Zhu said in disbelief: "This is impossible, right?"

Wang Qiuju rolled her eyes. "How is it impossible? With their thick skin, what can't they do? Moreover, I am sure that the Ge family will definitely look down on Sophora japonica! Do you believe it?"

Upon hearing this, Sha Zhu nodded silently, expressing his agreement: "What you said makes sense, as long as we know it.

As for Qin Huairu, don't bother with her, that's just her nature.

Besides, she is still working for me and it is quite convenient for me to use her. If we really fall out, it will be bad for everyone."

Wang Qiuju glanced at him and said with a hint of sarcasm: "Why, are you still reluctant to part with Qin Huairu, your favorite lackey?"

Sha Zhu shook his head gently and said slowly: "To be honest, let's not talk about her character for now. Qin Huairu is indeed an expert in some aspects. For example, she is good at observing people's expressions and is very good at dealing with strangers."

"I may be able to use this person in the future!" Sha Zhu added.

Wang Qiuju looked puzzled and asked, "What do you mean? I don't quite understand!"

Sha Zhu quietly lit up another cigarette, and the smoke made Wang Qiuju frown. "I said, can you smoke less? Smoking all day long will kill you sooner or later!"

"Wife, I plan to quit my job and open a restaurant of my own..." As soon as Sha Zhu opened his mouth, he was interrupted anxiously by Wang Qiuju.

"What? Are you crazy? You don't want to be the director of the logistics canteen and you want to resign?" Wang Qiuju raised her voice and shouted.

Sha Zhu interrupted immediately, "Hey! Keep your voice down, don't let the neighbors hear! I haven't officially resigned yet, I just wanted to let you know first."

Wang Qiuju also realized that she had lost her composure just now, and quickly lowered her voice: "There is no room for negotiation, I just don't agree.

You see, you finally got promoted to the director of the canteen, which is considered a section-level cadre.

Just quitting like that?
Now let's talk about doing business.

Although the policies have been relaxed now, if you go out and ask around, how many people really dare to do business?
Most of them are individual vendors who set up small stalls and don’t even have industrial and commercial registration.

There isn't a single legitimate private enterprise in Beijing!"

Sha Zhu said to Wang Qiuju: "Wife, I have actually thought carefully about the issues you mentioned.

Working in a public institution, I do feel suffocated. I can't touch this or move that, and I feel restricted in my actions.

In the past, there was no better way out and we had to make do with it, but now the situation is different.

Besides, this decision was not made on a whim, but was the result of careful consideration.

Regarding this matter, I even went to talk to Brother Liu to get his opinion. "

Hearing this, Wang Qiuju hurriedly asked: "Then what did Brother Liu say specifically?" She did not agree with Sha Zhu's actions, but if even Liu Zhiye agreed with his ideas, then the situation would naturally be different.

Sha Zhu chuckled and replied, "Brother Liu also thinks this is a good idea, but he suggested that I should wait until early next year to start my own business.

After all, the policy has only just been introduced and all aspects are still in the exploratory stage. The timing is not yet fully ripe, so it may not be appropriate to act rashly.”

Wang Qiuju felt relieved after hearing this. "That's good. We have no experience in this area and only have a limited understanding of the policy. We should listen to Brother Liu's opinions on everything in the future."

"That's right. I feel much more at ease with Brother Liu keeping an eye on things for me." Sha Zhu said expectantly. He had a dream since he was a child, which was to open a restaurant of his own.

Sha Zhu felt that he was already old. He had no chance before, but now he had one. If he didn't try hard again, he would not be willing to die.

“Opening a restaurant cannot be done by one person alone, you need help.

As the saying goes, it takes three to make a good man, and it takes three to make a fence. I plan to bring in my apprentices Ma Hua, Qin Huairu, and Liu Lan, and then go to Liujiazhuang Technical School to find a few apprentices who have just graduated, so that we will have enough manpower. "

Seeing that Sha Zhu was not acting on a whim but had thought it over carefully, Wang Qiuju's doubts immediately disappeared.

"Your plan is good, but it will cost a lot of money to open a restaurant, right? Our family only has about 2,000 yuan in total. Is this enough?"

Sha Zhu replied with a smile on his face: "Don't worry about this. Brother Liu has already promised me that if the funds are insufficient, I can ask him for support."

After hearing this, Wang Qiuju was also happy for Sha Zhu, "Then let's give it a try. Even if we fail, it doesn't matter. I'm still here. With my salary, it's more than enough to support our family."

"That's great! Thank you, my wife, for your support." Sha Zhu was overjoyed after hearing this. The plan that he had been brewing for a long time was finally implemented.

Wang Qiuju looked at Sha Zhu's overjoyed look, which made him look like an innocent child, and couldn't help laughing. Then, she straightened her face and reminded Sha Zhu, "Don't get too complacent. I didn't mean to discourage you. You have to act quickly and deal with Ma Hua and Liu Lan, so that they won't stand you up and leave you disappointed!" Sha Zhu's face suddenly became serious, and he said in a deep voice, "Wife, what you said is indeed reasonable. Although we have a close relationship, they always listen to me.

But this time, he had to quit his stable job in the government to engage in the private sector. Not everyone has the courage and determination to do this.

Even if they are willing to support me in their hearts, they still have elderly people and children to take care of at home. This responsibility is no joke!"

Sha Zhu frowned, thought for a moment and then said, "If we want them to join us in the sea business, we have to offer them benefits that they can't refuse.

But there is still more than half a year left, during which time I need to have a good chat with them and do some ideological work on them.”

Wang Qiuju yawned, "Alright! Stop thinking about it, let's go to bed early!"

"Okay! I'll get a basin of water for you to soak your feet!" Sha Zhu was in a good mood after getting rid of a worry.

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Early in the morning, neighbors greet each other while washing their faces.

After the three aunts finished cleaning, He Qiu and Xu Xiaonian quickly followed to continue washing.

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Sometimes, if someone is in a hurry, everyone will be understanding and let him go first.

He Qiu, who was standing by, did not forget to tease him: "Hey! Xiaonian, you got up late today!" As soon as he finished speaking, he wiped his face casually and considered it as washing. He hurried back to the house to put on his clothes, and pushed his bicycle out with a clang. Wang Qiuju chased him out and kept admonishing him: "Slow down!"

Huaihua, who also had to go to school, was not in a hurry. She ate her breakfast leisurely. Qin Huairu stood behind her and combed her hair. However, she might have hurt Huaihua because of her strong hands. She frowned and shouted, "Ouch! Mom, please be gentle."

Qin Huairu patted her head and said, "Alright! Go to school after you finish eating!" She also reminded her, "Come back early after school, don't hang around outside!"

"Got it. I have to come back and play with my brother Huzi!"

Qin Huairu nodded slightly with satisfaction, "That's right, Huaihua, you should spend more time with Ge Xiaohu. As the saying goes, if a man chases a woman, there's a mountain between them; if a woman chases a man, there's only a layer of gauze between them. As long as you work hard, you can grind an iron rod into a needle!"

Huaihua's cheeks flushed instantly when she heard this. "Mom, I know. But I always feel that Aunt Du may not like me very much..."

"Hmph!" Qin Huairu snorted disapprovingly, "It doesn't matter whether she likes you or not, the key is that her son Ge Xiaohu has a good impression of you!"

"By that time, we'll have done what we have done. How could she not agree?" Qin Huairu's voice was filled with determination.

Huaihua felt even more embarrassed by what Qin Huairu said, and she cried out shyly, "Oh! Mom, what are you talking about!" After that, she covered her face and hurried out of the house.

Watching Huaihua hurriedly running out of the house, Qin Huairu stood on the threshold, muttering to herself non-stop, her eyes full of hope and helplessness: "Huaihua, you must fight for yourself! Don't resent your mother for being so cruel to you, there's nothing you can do about it.

I can't count on your brother at all.

Your sister is just an ordinary worker, she has not received much education and has little culture. But you are different, Huaihua, you are smart and clever, you are most like me, our family depends on you... "

"Huai Ru, what's the matter? Do you want to match Huai Hua with that kid from the Ge family?" Jia Zhang's voice suddenly came from behind.

Qin Huairu quickly closed the door, turned around, and nodded gently to Jia Zhang: "Yes, Mom. Ge Xiaohu is a good child. His future is bright, and his parents are both leading cadres. Such conditions are really rare."

Jia Zhang nodded thoughtfully: "Indeed, Ge Xiaohu has been in the army, otherwise, he would have started a family long ago."

Qin Huairu's eyes sparkled with anticipation: "Mom, this is undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for our family. As long as we can become relatives with the Ge family, our good days will probably really come."

Jia Zhang was probably old and didn't want to bother with poverty anymore, so she tried to persuade him, "Huai Ru, I think we should just forget about it.

The Ge Shuping couple are not easy to get along with. The man works in the public security department, and the woman works in the Women's Federation. Every time I see them, I get creepy! "

Qin Huairu was already possessed by a demon, her mind full of thoughts about women being noble because of women, so how could she possibly listen to Jia Zhang's advice, "Okay, Mom, don't worry about this, I know what's going on, just wait and enjoy the good life with us!"

As she said this, she started to walk out the door. Jia Zhang subconsciously blurted out, "Where are you going, kid, if you don't hurry up and go to work?"

Qin Huairu stopped and turned back to explain gently, "Mom, I plan to go to the Ge family. They entertained so many people last night, and their house should be quite messy now. Maybe I can help."

Jia Zhang looked at Qin Huairu's receding back and sneered disdainfully: "Hmph, don't try to please someone so badly that you'll end up getting yourself into trouble!"

"Really? You just think about unrealistic things all day long. With their family conditions, if they really want to find a partner for their child, they can find any girl, so how can it be Huaihua's turn?"

You know what, Jia Zhangshi sees things better than Qin Huairu.

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In the morning, after everyone has left for work or school, the yard can have a moment of peace and quiet.

But before long, the women and the elderly in each household began to busy themselves with preparing lunch.

The third aunt brought pots of beans and the first aunt carried a bag of vegetables. Everyone sat in the shade, picking vegetables and chatting. In a few words, the preparations were done.

"I say, have you guys heard about it?" The third aunt was a well-known gossip queen. She deliberately lowered her voice, glanced in the direction of the east wing, and spoke mysteriously.

The lady came closer curiously and whispered, "What is it? Tell me quickly."

Seeing this, the third aunt nodded with satisfaction, then called a few aunts and young wives to gather together, and lowered her voice and said, "What do you think, does Qin Huairu still have any shame?"

When the second aunt heard this, she stamped her feet anxiously: "Tell me quickly, what happened to her? Don't keep us in suspense!"

The third aunt deliberately held back her laughter, whetting everyone's appetite before slowly saying, "Did you hear about what happened between Huaihua and Ge Xiaohu last night?"

Upon hearing this, the aunt opened her mouth in surprise: "Ah? I heard that. I thought Huaihua and He Qiu would be together in the future! I didn't expect that as soon as Hu Zi came back, this girl... Alas!" As she said this, she shook her head helplessly, with a look of regret on her face.

The third aunt grinned and said, "Hehe, now that I have someone I like more, of course I want to... You said, Xiaoqiu was so good to her before, so sincere and devoted to her?"

"What an ungrateful person she is, she's just like her mother!" Upon hearing this, the other aunts sneered, their faces full of disdain and ridicule for Huaihua's behavior.

The third aunt then broke the news: "Guess what? Qin Huairu went even further."

"What's going on?" The other aunts couldn't help asking out of curiosity.

"Qin Huairu really went all out this time. Early this morning, she ran to someone's house and said she wanted to help with the housework.

As you know, the relationship between these two families is not very good.

Qin Huairu's sudden enthusiasm, coupled with what happened last night, made Du Juan and her son very embarrassed!"

"What? There is such a thing?" The aunts were so surprised that they couldn't close their mouths after hearing this.

"Hahahaha..." A burst of laughter broke out among the aunts.

Guessing that it was almost time for dinner, the aunties got up with a smile and went back to their rooms to make their own preparations.

After a while, the sound of chopping boards clanging could be heard in the yard again. Some people were chopping meat, and the sound was so loud that it made a loud noise!

Then there were the sounds of frying food and the spatula hitting the pot.

Gradually, the yard was filled with the aroma of food wafting from various households. One family added a little pork to the stir-fry, and that family stewed fish. The flavors were all strong and rich, accumulating in the yard and not dispersing. They were even more delicious than those in the restaurant.

At this time, the children were about to finish school, and the yard, which had been quiet for half a day, could occasionally be heard making noises.

The capital city is exceptionally hot in the summer. After school, the children can't help but bend over and rinse their heads and spines under the water pipes.

When you are thirsty after running, just drink directly from the tap. The old Beijingers call this "sticking out the tail and drinking".

When the adults saw this, they quickly shouted, "Drinking raw water again! Come back and eat!"

(End of this chapter)