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

Chapter 578 The next generation head of the Liu family!!!

In the antique study, soft light shines on the mahogany furniture, creating a warm atmosphere.

Liu Zhiye and Zheng Chaoyang sat opposite each other, each holding a cup of fragrant tea in their hands, and the tea fragrance slowly diffused in the air.

"After Haisheng gets married, do the couple plan to live on their own or live with you?" Liu Zhiye gently put down the teacup, his eyes full of concern.

Zheng Chaoyang lowered his head slightly, gently blew away the tea leaves floating on the surface of the tea, and said in a calm tone: "They plan to live separately. After all, young people nowadays don't like to live with us old people. They don't feel comfortable enough.

Anyway, we have extra houses, so let them do whatever they want."

"Speaking of which, thanks to your advice, we bought a few more courtyards." Zheng Chaoyang smiled with relief, "Who would have thought that the city would develop faster and faster in recent years.

Two of the three courtyard houses I bought have been demolished.

I followed your advice and did not ask for the relocation fee. I changed my house. Now that the house prices are getting higher and higher, I have benefited a lot..."

After hearing this, Liu Zhiye couldn't help but smile. Nearly half of the yards he had stored had been destroyed and replaced with demolished houses.

Faced with the large backlog of properties on hand, management is really a headache.

When he was young in his previous life, Liu Zhiye was also a member of this huge army of migrant workers who came to the city to work, and he had experienced firsthand the difficulties of this life.

At that time, he was squeezed into a small rental house. It was unbearably hot in the summer and bitterly cold in the winter. He worked hard every day to earn rent and living expenses.

It was the difficult years in his previous life that made Liu Zhiye deeply understand what a stable home means to those who are wandering outside.

Now he has everything he needs, money has really become a number, and since he has the ability to help many people, why not do it!

He decided to name the company "An Ju Home", which not only provided low rents but also a series of thoughtful services to tenants.

For example, the "An Ju Home" has set up a special "Service Center for Migrant Workers" to help tenants solve various problems in life.

From finding a job to enrolling children in school, it even includes legal aid and community medical assistance.

The company also regularly organizes community activities to allow these migrant workers from all over the world to feel the warmth of home.

The good deeds of "Anjiu Home" soon spread among migrant workers, and more and more people came to visit.

This place not only provides them with a place to live, but also becomes their safe haven in a foreign land.

After several years of development, "Anjiu Home" has become the most reputable rental company in Beijing and even attracted the attention of the media.

Facing the camera, the company director smiled and said: "We are just doing what we can. We hope that every person who is wandering outside can find his or her home."

The development of the times has entered the fast lane, and the city of Yanjing has undergone many changes.

By the late 1980s and early 1990s, Yenching was like the process of a black-and-white TV gradually becoming a color TV, full of interesting contradictions and integrations.

Mobile phones and honeycomb coal coexist, courtyard houses and high-rise buildings face each other, and the urban atmosphere of old Yanjing and the wave of modernization are intertwined, creating another special era.

In this great era, in the tide of reform and opening up, life and urban landscape have quietly undergone earth-shaking changes.

The changes in Yanjing are mainly reflected in urban construction, transportation, lifestyle and commercial activities.

First of all, in terms of urban construction, Yanjing launched a new plan. Many hutongs and courtyard houses faced the fate of demolition, and residents moved into brand new high-rise buildings.

As the iconic landscape of old Yanjing, the hutongs carry the memories of many people, but due to the problems of dirtiness and disorder, they have been gradually demolished and renovated.

Secondly, in terms of transportation, many new means of transportation have appeared on the streets in recent years.

Ever since Daihatsu vans from Tianjin Port entered the Yanjing taxi market in large quantities a few years ago, these high-quality and low-cost taxis were immediately recognized by the people of Yanjing.

These days, the fare of Daihatsu taxi is 1 yuan per kilometer, which is very cheap compared to high-end taxis such as Crown and Nissan. Almost all ordinary people can afford it.

Another reason why Yanjing people accept Daihatsu taxis is that this type of van can carry both people and cargo.

The Daihatsu carriage is very spacious and can seat at least six or seven people. It is both economical and affordable. If it rains, citizens can even take a Daihatsu and stuff their bicycles into the carriage to avoid getting wet.

In addition, although high-end private cars are not yet popular, foreign imported cars such as Xiali, Crown and Nissan can still be seen everywhere.

This shows that after ten years of reform and opening up, some people have started to get rich.

When it comes to people's lifestyles and business activities in the past decade, it is both traditional and modern.

In terms of communication tools, mobile phones are now the most advanced electronic products, while pagers are becoming popular.

In terms of business, Xidan Shopping Mall and Wangfujing Department Store are still shopping paradises in the hearts of Yanjing people. It is very prestigious to buy a branded product at the Friendship Store with foreign exchange coupons.

In addition, street stalls and traditional snacks from Old Yanjing, such as soybean juice and Beibingyang soda, are still people's favorites...

In recent years, various foreign brands have begun to compete to enter the domestic market, among which KFC and McDonald's are the two most famous catering companies.

When the first McDonald's Yanjing store opened, it was an unprecedented occasion. It would not be an exaggeration to describe the scene as "loud gongs and drums, and blasting firecrackers."

On the opening day of McDonald's, hundreds of people lined up to buy its food.

Although McDonald's fried chicken is not cheap, costing more than ten or even dozens of yuan per serving, people in Yanjing still rush to buy it, wanting to taste this fast food.

在麦当劳喝瓶饮料都得2~3元钱，初普通市民一个月的收入也就100元左右，2~3元买一杯饮料已经算是相当奢侈的一件事了。

However, this is already a very favorable price for McDonald's.

From this we can see how easy it is for foreign fast food restaurants to make money in Xia Country. It is no exaggeration to describe it as "making a fortune every day". These foreign fast food restaurants are making a lot of money.

Food, clothing, housing and transportation, speaking of housing.

These years, some people have improved their financial situation and thought about changing houses.

Changing houses in Beijing is a very normal thing, and many citizens rely on changing houses to improve their living conditions.

The living standards of ordinary people are not very high, and it is still very difficult to buy a house alone. Many people who want to improve their living conditions choose to change houses.

You can change your house from a small one to a bigger one, or you can spend some money to move from a slightly remote location to a better location.

The government also encourages the act of changing houses, and there are official house-changing stations in every district.

These days, most of the residents’ houses are directly managed public housing. If they want to exchange them, all they need to do is agree with the housing management department and issue a house exchange procedure.

What’s even more interesting is that not only can houses be exchanged, but even jobs can be exchanged. For example, if two employees in Dongcheng and Xicheng want to change jobs, as long as both parties are willing and the unit agrees, they can go to the Labor Bureau to go through a procedure and change jobs.

After the development in the past ten years, the ancient city of Yanjing is changing with each passing day before the eyes of the world.

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"Mom, let me introduce you. This is my girlfriend Qingxia!" After exchanging greetings with the Liu family, Zheng Haisheng took Li Qingxia's hand, walked to his mother Bai Ling, and introduced her solemnly.

"Hello, Auntie!" Li Qingxia lowered her head slightly, a blush on her cheeks, and her voice was soft and sweet.

As soon as Bai Ling saw Li Qingxia, a hint of joy flashed in her eyes, "Oh, this girl is so pretty! Haisheng, you have good taste!" She looked Li Qingxia up and down with a smile, and the more she looked, the more satisfied she became.

"Okay, come here, girl, take this. It's a little gift from your aunt." Bai Ling smiled from ear to ear and carefully took out a bulging red envelope from her exquisite purse and handed it to Li Qingxia, her eyes full of love.

Li Qingxia glanced at the thickness of the red envelope and was suddenly at a loss. She quickly declined, "Auntie, thank you so much, but I can't accept this red envelope!"

Seeing this, Gan Ning, who was standing nearby, smiled gently and said softly, "Qingxia, this is a gift from your Aunt Bai, and it is also our rule. Don't refuse it, just accept it."

Hearing this, Li Qingxia took the red envelope shyly, a look of gratitude appeared on her face, and she said softly: "Thank you, Auntie. If that's the case, then I'd better obey your order."

At this moment, her sister Li Qinglan came over and joked to Li Qingxia: "How about I help you keep it?"

Seeing this, Bai Ling's face lit up with a warm smile. She gently held Li Qinglan with one hand, and gently held Li Qingxia with the other hand, her eyes full of relief and joy. The corners of her mouth rose, and her laughter was as clear as a silver bell: "It's really destined by heaven! If you are not from the same family, you will not enter the same door. Sister Gan Ning, don't you think so?" Hearing this, Gan Ning also smiled and nodded in agreement, with a happy light in her eyes: "That's right! Now it's good, our boys are finally going to get married and start a family, which makes us feel at ease and happy!" Her tone was full of beautiful expectations for the future.

Bai Ling asked with concern: "Speaking of which, how is your Liu Wen doing recently? Is he still working in Lingtai County?"

Gan Ning smiled slightly, with a hint of pride in her eyes: "This kid is just too stubborn. His superiors have repeatedly wanted to promote him to a position in the city, but he just refused and insisted on staying at the grassroots level.

He said that he would not consider being transferred until he saw with his own eyes that the poverty alleviation and wealth creation project he was in charge of was truly effective. This stubbornness is really inherited from his father. "

Bai Ling's eyes flashed with envy, and she nodded slightly in approval, "Among the three children in your family, in my opinion, the one with the most promising future and the most outstanding achievements is none other than Liu Wen.

This child has shown rare calmness and capability since he was young. What is even more rare is that he is very resilient, kind-hearted and considerate of others.

Such a character is a good material for politics..."

Gan Ning sighed softly, with relief and a hint of worry in her eyes: "Yes, this child is really like his father. Once he makes up his mind, no one can change his mind.

His father is the same, he devotes himself to work and doesn't even take care of things at home.

However, Liu Wen is more considerate than his father. Every time he comes home, he brings some local specialties from the mountains, saying that he wants us to try something new, but in fact, he also wants us to rest assured that he is doing well over there. "

Bai Ling nodded, with a hint of emotion in her tone: "Liu Wen is such a rare talent.

The conditions in Lingtai County are difficult. It was not easy for him to persevere and do such a successful job.

I remember when he came back last year, he told me that the local people trusted him very much and were willing to ask him for help when they had any difficulties. This kind of trust cannot be established overnight. "

Gan Ning smiled, with a hint of pride in her eyes: "Yes, he always said that although the work at the grassroots level is tiring, it is all worth it when he can see the smiles on the faces of the people.

Sometimes, I also advised him not to work too hard and to take a break when it’s time to rest. But he always smiled and said,
Don't worry, Mom, I know what's going on."

Bai Ling patted Gan Ning's hand and comforted her, "With a mother like you, Liu Wen can grow up so well.

His persistence and responsibility will surely take him further in the future.

As elders, we feel bad, but we have to support him, right?"

Gan Ning nodded, tears welling up in her eyes: "Yes, as long as he is happy and does what he likes, I will be satisfied.

I hope he can keep doing this and not let down the people who trust him."

Bai Ling nodded slightly, with some approval in her eyes: "Speaking of these younger generations, Liu Wen is indeed my favorite." She paused, and then asked with a little doubt, "Liu Wu has already started a family, why is there no definite news about Liu Wen?"

Gan Ning sighed, with a look of helplessness on her face: "In fact, he already has a girlfriend. But the girl doesn't want to live apart, and Liu Wen is concerned about his work at the grassroots level and refuses to be transferred back. The two of them are stuck in this stalemate, neither going forward nor backward. It's really frustrating."

Bai Ling frowned slightly when she heard this, and asked with concern in her tone: "Then his partner doesn't want to work there either?"

Gan Ning nodded gently and explained patiently: "Liu Wen's partner is a well-known host of CCTV. Her career is also developing well. Naturally, she is unwilling to give up easily."

"Alas, everyone has their own considerations. They just keep dragging it on and not breaking up..." Bai Ling sighed softly, with a hint of helplessness in her tone.

"So what if she's a CCTV host?" Bai Ling sneered and continued, "In my opinion, this girl just doesn't know what's going on.

Doesn't she know which one is more important?
How many people dream of marrying into your Liu family, but she said yes but for a so-called job... it's really unpresentable."

“It’s so funny!”

Gan Ning smiled slightly and shook her head gently, saying, "That's not the case. Although our family is somewhat famous, it is not superior to others.

It is worth encouraging young people to strive for their ideals.

It would be a pity to give up your dream just to marry into a good family. I admire her persistence in this regard. "

After hearing this, Bai Ling raised her lips slightly, a hint of teasing flashed in her eyes, and she chuckled, "Come on, your Liu family is well-known now. Who doesn't know the name of 'Jingxi Liu'? That's a famous brand."

She paused, her tone teasing and meaningful: "Do you know how many families are trying their best to become relatives with your family?"

"Back then, Shuxian insisted on marrying a country boy, which made many people sigh. Now Liu Wu has frustrated those people's wishful thinking, which is really surprising and gratifying."

She changed the subject, her eyes showing a hint of seriousness: "In my opinion, Liu Wen's marriage is unlikely to succeed.

Whether it's for his future or your family's sake, I'm afraid he can no longer decide on his marriage..."

Gan Ning fell silent after hearing this. She knew very well that everything her best friend Bai Ling said was true.

Looking back, even Zheng Chaoyang had intended to marry into their Liu family, intending to further consolidate the relationship between the two families through the bond of marriage.

Putting aside the current prominent status of Liu Zhiye, the helmsman of the Liu family, Gan Ning's own achievements and influence alone cannot be underestimated.

The Liu family has a profound heritage and is home to many talented people in all walks of life, producing many elites.

After decades of trials and tribulations, the Liu family has become an economic giant lurking underwater.

Through intricate capital operations and strategic layout, they have quietly controlled countless companies and their influence is far-reaching and extensive.

Most people may not be aware of the importance of "Jingxi Liu", but as a senior official, who doesn't know it?
Countless people have been eyeing the Liu family, but have never been able to succeed.

Liu Zhiye always remained highly vigilant. Was it true that no one had tried to attack the Liu family over the years?

However, these conspiracies were resolved one by one by Liu Zhiye.

Today, "Jingxi Liu" has become a giant, and some people are powerless to shake him even if they want to.

Since it is impossible to shake them, then why not try to win them over and divide them? That should work, right?

But what can you use to win them over? Money? Status? What you have, the Liu family already has; what you lack, the Liu family also has.

Therefore, marriage alliance became the most ingenious means. As his children grew up, Liu Zhiye declined many marriage proposals and offended many people because of it.

Among them, there were shows of goodwill from old leaders, old comrades-in-arms, and old colleagues, as well as attempts to win them over from people from different factions.

Could it be that Liu Shuxian chose to marry Zhong Xingguo, who came from the mountain valley, without hesitation, just because her father Liu Zhiye appreciated him? Things are far from as simple as they seem.

Outsiders may not know it, but from the moment Liu Shuxian was admitted to university, the Liu family's door was almost broken down, and there was an endless stream of people coming to propose marriage, but without exception they were all rejected.

It is true that Liu Zhiye loves the girl, but on the one hand he does not want to sacrifice his daughter's happiness.

In addition, he also wanted to cut off other people's infiltration into their Liu family.

Compared with her sister Liu Shuxian and her brother Liu Wu.

As the recognized next-generation helmsman of the Liu family, Liu Wencai's marriage naturally concerns all parties.

Bai Ling is not optimistic about Liu Wen's marriage to the female host.

"In my opinion," Bai Ling said firmly, "it's better to end this relationship as soon as possible.

Liu Wen must face this problem squarely, otherwise, delaying marriage will only affect his personal development. "

After hearing this, Gan Ning nodded solemnly to show his agreement.

They have been working in the political arena for decades and have long understood the internal logic of the organization's promotion of young cadres.

Marriage is an important criterion for measuring whether a person is capable of taking on heavy responsibilities.

An unmarried person often appears immature in the eyes of the organization and finds it difficult to shoulder more important responsibilities.

Therefore, if Liu Wen wants to go further, he must solve his personal marriage problems early to prove his maturity and reliability.

(End of this chapter)